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Family-friendly places to stay in the UK

From luxury country house hotels to back-to-basics campsites, from child-friendly boutique hotels perfect for family city breaks to stylish and spacious apartments by the seaside, ideal for old-school bucket-and-spade holidays, we’ve hand-picked the cream of the family-friendly accommodation the length and breadth of the UK. Whether you’re travelling with tots or teens, or something in-between, there’s something here to suit you and your gang.

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Editor's favourite

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Peebles Hydro in the Scottish Borders

Peebles Hydro

Scotland

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A traditional hotel with spacious grounds which embraces modern family holidays - there's a kids club, indoor pool and loads of activities for all ages (both on-site and nearby) plus a spa and gin distillery!

Strathyre Cabins on the shores of Loch Lubnaig

Forest Holidays: Strathyre Cabins

Perthshire

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On the shores of Loch Lubnaig, Strathyre is a gateway to the Highlands - the perfect base to enjoy a host of outdoor adventures or to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery - and look out for some rare wildlife too!

Cabins in Thorpe Forest, Norfolk

Forest Holidays: Thorpe Forest Cabins

Norfolk

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Environmentally friendly, luxury cabins in the depths of Thorpe Forest with a choice of extras to a perfect break for the whole family.

Family fun with Forest Holidays

Forest Holidays: Beddgelert Cabins

Snowdonia

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Luxury cabins dotted through woodland in the heart of Snowdonia National Park. Enjoy hiking, cycling and some great ranger-led activities.

Forest of Dean Cabins, Gloucestershire

Forest Holidays: Forest of Dean Cabins

Gloucestershire

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Escape from everyday life in one of England's most amazing forests, with a stay in a luxury cabin. Choose to relax and enjoy the peace or try out one of many activities on offer.

Autumn in Blackwood Forest, Hampshire

Forest Holidays: Blackwood Forest Cabins

Hampshire

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Just one hour from London, these cabins are perfect for a tranquil break, with activities on-site and Winchester, the New Forest and other attractions nearby.

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Golden Oak Cabin with Treehouse in Sherwood Forest

Forest Holidays: Sherwood Forest Cabins

Nottinghamshire

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Luxury cabins nestled in Sherwood Forest, with a bundle of activities to choose from - there's something for everyone.

Forest Holidays' Keldy Cabins in Yorkshire

Forest Holidays: Keldy Cabins

Yorkshire

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Whether in a sunlit glade or a woodland hideaway, a Keldy Cabin is a perfect base from which to explore all that the North York Moors National Park has to offer.

Go Ape near Delamere Forest Cabins in Cheshire

Forest Holidays: Delamere Forest Cabins

Cheshire

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New, from November 2020, at Delamere Forest, discover a wide range of cabins in peaceful woodland, with lots to do for the whole family.

The Sands Resort Hotel in its amazing Atlantic-facing location.

Sands Resort Hotel & Spa

Cornwall

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A classic child-friendly property on the Atlantic coast, with indoor and outdoor pools, an adventure playground, and a spa.

Darwin Forest, Derbyshire

Landal Darwin Forest

Derbyshire

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Located in the Peak District, this holiday park provides activities for those looking to relax or for the more active.

Cabin by the stream at Deerpark in Cornwall

Forest Holidays: Deerpark Cabins

Cornwall

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Escape from a busy world to the tranquillity of Deerpark in Cornwall. Choose from a bundle of extras to make your break perfect for you. Unwind and relax or explore and discover.

Les Ormes Holiday Resort, Jersey

Les Ormes Holiday Resort

Jersey

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Villas, cottages and lodges ideal for active families, close to the beach and with a golf course and an indoor pool, on Jersey.

View of Polurrian on the Lizzard

Polurrian on the Lizzard

Cornwall

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A quintessential child-friendly seaside property on the lovely Lizard Peninsula, with an indoor pool and a spa.

Outdoor pool at The Grove Hotel.

The Grove Hotel

Hertfordshire

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A 5-star luxury family-friendly country-house hotel just outside London, with a spa, outdoor pool and kids' club.

The infinity pool at the Watergate Bay Hotel.

Watergate Bay Hotel

Cornwall

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A great family hotel, especially with older kids and teens who can take advantage of the excellent local surfing tuition.

One of the pods with decking at Durrell Wildlife Camp.

Durrell Wildlife Camp

Jersey

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A luxury campsite within a famous animal park in the family-friendly Channel Islands.

Family living space in a Baby Blue Chip Holidays property.

Baby Blue Chip Holidays

England, Cornwall

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Luxury 4- and 5-star self-catering family holiday accommodation in coastal and rural locations in the south of England; handpicked for holidays with babies and toddlers.

An apartment at Citadines Apart'hotel Trafalgar.

Citadines Apart'hotel Trafalgar

London

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Apartments in a great location near Trafalgar Square, London, perfect for large families and each with a kitchenette.

Family living space in a Baby Blue Chip Holidays property.

Baby Blue Chip Holidays

England, Cornwall

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Luxury 4- and 5-star self-catering family holiday accommodation in coastal and rural locations in the south of England; handpicked for holidays with babies and toddlers.