Sandy Balls Holiday Village, New Forest, Hampshire

Nestled in the New Forest, a half-hour's drive from the coast, Sandy Balls Holiday Village offers lodges for different budgets (some upmarket, with hot tubs or spectacular Avon Valley views), and a range of caravans from comfort to luxury. With some of the accommodation being dog-friendly, this is a great place to bring the family pooch. The park have recently invested nearly £10 million developing 108 new accommodation pitches which are a combination of cottage-style lodges and cosy woodland retreats sleeping up to 8 guests. Some even have a shower specifically for your four-legged family member.

Brilliant facilities on-site or nearby include cycling, kayaking and walking the resident alpacas (!), and there's a spa and a choice of places to eat, including the recently renovated Aubrey's Forest Kitchen, specialising in Italian cuisine. You're also within easy reach of fantastic attractions including Peppa Pig World at Paultons Park and Bournemouth's child-friendly beach. With so much available to do on- and off-site, a wealth of facilities and cosy accommodation, Sandy Balls Holiday Village is perfect for a family-friendly self-catering holiday in the magnificent New Forest.