1. Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks, North Devon
Set above the three-mile sweep of Woolacombe Beach, often voted Britain’s best beach, Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks combine a coastal setting with an impressive range of activities. The group’s three parks, Woolacombe Bay, Twitchen House and Easewell Farm, share facilities, so guests staying at one park can use pools, activities and entertainment across all three, effectively giving three parks for the price of one.
The swimming pools, sports, daytime activities and evening shows are all wrapped into a single clear price, with optional expert coaching sessions and premium activities available for a small extra cost rather than as surprise add-ons.
80 per cent of the caravans are pet-friendly, making it especially good for dog owners who want to enjoy miles of dog-friendly coastline without paying inflated pet premiums for limited units. The parks are family-owned and have invested heavily in sustainable practices, using electricity from 100 per cent renewable sources since 2017 and focusing on recycling, reusing and reducing resource use to protect their stunning Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty setting.
2. Ladram Bay Holiday Park, East Devon
On the south coast near Budleigh Salterton, Ladram Bay Holiday Park has its own sheltered pebble beach, sea views and a good range of on-site facilities. Guests get direct beach access, indoor and outdoor play areas and an indoor pool, so there is plenty to do without leaving the park.
There is a choice of accommodation from standard caravans to lodges with hot tubs, giving options for different budgets. Entertainment, family activities and on-site food outlets mean many visitors spend most of their time in the park, which can help keep overall holiday costs manageable.
3. Cofton Holidays, Near Dawlish
Cofton Holidays near Dawlish is a long-established, family-run park set in wooded countryside just inland from the South Devon coast. It delivers strong value by combining touring and camping pitches with static caravans, apartments and holiday homes, so families can choose the price point that suits them while still getting access to the same core facilities.
The site includes an indoor pool complex, outdoor pools in season, fishing lakes, play areas and organised activities, much of which is included or modestly priced. Its location gives easy access to Dawlish Warren’s sandy beach and the English Riviera, yet the park’s own facilities are good enough that guests do not have to travel far each day to keep children entertained, which helps control daily spending.
4. Wooda Farm Holiday Park, Near Bude (North Devon side)
Close to the Devon Cornwall border near Bude, Wooda Farm Holiday Park sits in the countryside with sea views and offers a quieter, high-quality alternative for those who still want good facilities. Touring pitches, holiday homes and cottages are laid out spaciously, and guests benefit from sports facilities, play areas and nature trails that are included in the stay, making it attractive for active families and couples.
Although it feels more rural than some resorts, its proximity to the beaches around Bude means guests can mix relaxed days on site with beach trips without long drives or high parking costs. On-site bars, food options and small-scale entertainment provide enough to do in the evenings without the need to head out and spend more in town every night.
5. Whitehill Country Park, Near Paignton
Whitehall Country Park offers great access to Torbay and is one of the most popular holiday parks in South Devon. The park has developed its facilities steadily, with outdoor pools, an indoor pool, play areas and seasonal entertainment designed to provide plenty to do without turning the site into a noisy resort, which appeals to families looking for a balanced break.
From a value perspective, Whitehill combines simple camping and touring options with glamping pods and holiday caravans, allowing budget-conscious guests to access the same location and main facilities as those in higher-end accommodation. Being a short drive from Paignton Zoo, Goodrington Sands, and other Riviera highlights also helps families cluster several activities on a single day out, cutting travel time and fuel costs while making the most of their stay.