Talacre Beach Resort are the proud sponsors of the Kinmel Bay FC Under 12’s team. Kinmel Bay Football Club was the first football club in Wales that was awarded the Gold Accreditation, which is the highest accolade to be awarded in grassroots football. A popular football team to local residents, with a rich history of football and awards, Talacre Beach are proud to sponsor the Under 12’s team, helping to provide them with a fabulous kit!

Talacre Beach is always looking for ways to give back to the local community and sponsoring the popular Kinmel Bay FC Under 12’s is a wonderful way of supporting activity and community football in North Wales.

more about talacre beach

Talacre Beach Resort offers 5 star facilities, including an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi pool to relax in. We also boast a beautiful on-park Bistro Restaurant, with a fully stocked bar, and a cabaret lounge which has a full programme of events, cabaret acts and nightly entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. The entertainment programme from our cheeky Charlie Bear and his team of Rangers is fun for everyone, along with a great Go Active schedule, which includes water walkers and archery and is free of charge to our community of owners.

Becoming an owner at Talacre Beach is much easier than you think, book a park tour with our friendly staff and they will be able to show you all that our seaside location has to offer. Including our 5 star facilities and a wide range of static caravans for sale in North Wales, our team will take you step by step through the purchasing process and variety of purchasing options available to you.

To find out a bit more about ownership at Talacre Beach, call our dedicated team on 01745 858010 or talk to an advisor via our Live Chat service, or you opt to request a brochure.

The prestigious Hoseasons 2018 Awards were hosted last night, with Darwin Escapes taking home 12 awards! The annual Hoseasons Awards is the most anticipated event of the year, with staff from UK holiday companies donning beautiful ball gowns and handsome tuxedos for the travel industries most prestigious event.

With a history of success at the awards, Darwin Escapes are always excitedly nervous for the ceremony and results! We have 4 previous Best in Britain winners, with Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa winning in 2014, Piran Meadows Resort & Spa then stole the crown in 2015 and our beautiful Beach Cove Coastal Retreat won Best in Britain 2016 for Small Parks & Lodge. We continued the trend last year, with our beautiful Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat location winning Best Large Park in Britain 2017, which was a fantastic result as it had only opened its doors the previous December. And last night we had the fantastic news that Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat held on to its crown for another year, as the winner of Best Large Park in Britain 2018!

Overall Darwin Escapes took home 12 awards, with 5 being Diamond Award Winners and 7 Diamond Award holders, as well as a Best in Britain park, a hugely successful night!

Take a look at our full list of Diamond Award winners below…

Beach Cove Coastal Retreat – Best Relax & Explore in Dorset, Devon & Somerset Small Parks

Sandymouth Holiday Resort – Best Relax & Explore in Cornwall Big Parks

Bath Mill Lodge Retreat – Best Lodge Escape in Dorset, Devon & Somerset

Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat – Best Lodge Escape in North of England

Canterbury Reach Lodge Retreat – Best Lodge Escape in South of England

Best Large Park in Britain 2018 – Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat

Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat opened its doors in December 2016, surrounded by the haunting beauty of the Lake District, you can really get away from it all in these breathtaking lodges. The Copper Fells Bar & Bistro offers mouth-watering meals, a large selection of locally brewed beverages and a programme of local musical guests to delight you during your stay.  We also have a fabulous state of the art gym to enjoy, should you wish to keep up with your fitness regime on holiday, which boasts fantastic views over the Fells. The jewel in the crown really is the stunning Ammara Spa, where you can indulge in an Aromatherapy Associates treatment from fully trained therapists, before visiting our Relaxation Suite, which includes a steam room, Jacuzzi and sauna, with a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside. You’ll feel all your daily stress and worries slip away while you enjoy your holiday at Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat, why not book your stay at the Best Large Park in Britain today?

Our Diamond Award Locations…

Diamond Award Winners are the locations that top their categories, however all top 3 finalists in the categories are awarded a Diamond Award. So although we have 5 Diamond Award Winners who topped their chosen categories, we also have another 7 beautiful locations which were awarded Diamond Awards at the Hoseasons 2018 Awards!

• Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat
• Hawkchurch Resort & Spa
• Woodside Bay Lodge Retreat
• Talacre Beach Resort
• Thanet Well Lodge Retreat
• Piran Meadows Resort
• Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa

Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat was on a roll this year and was also a finalist in the delicious Customer Choice Food Awards category! If you’ve never tried the delectable delights on offer at The Copper Fells Bar & Bistro, now is the time to book your holiday at this multi-award winning destination and sample some mouth-watering dishes during your stay with us!

We would like to say a huge congratulations to the whole of Darwin Escapes for yet another fantastic year at the Hoseasons 2018 Awards, all our park staff work so hard to keep the parks looking beautiful and running smoothly so our guests can sit back and enjoy their holiday.

We would also like to say a massive Thank You to you, our lovely guests! You are the reason we all work so hard. Let’s Create Memories to Last a Lifetime at Award-Winning Locations!

Take a sneak peek at the below photographs of our Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa’s fabulous facilities, which are sure to be first class and delight all who visit! Our Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa destination will be offering first class facilities, including an indoor heated swimming pool, steam room and sauna, as well as an onsite Bistro Restaurant serving delicious family favourites for all to enjoy, and the onsite Norfolk Woods Spa offering Aromatherapy Associates treatments to treat yourself with.

Scroll the images below to take a look at the various stages of the indoor swimming pool, the very sparkly sauna (which I don’t think I would ever leave), as well as the little touches of the interior decorations starting to take shape in the main complex building.

We also have some landscaping taking place, take a look below…

With so much on offer here at Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa, our wonderful location is sure to be a popular one! We will be offering first class holidays and holiday home ownership, where you can visit our beautiful destination as often as you like and stay in your very own luxurious home away from home. For more information about ownership at Norfolk Woods, talk to an advisor via our Live Chat service or call our dedicated Ownership Team on 01745 858010.

Be one of the first people to see Darwin Escapes’ brand new location, Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa, by joining us on our Open Day on 15th December, between 10am and 4pm. Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa is the much anticipated new development from Darwin Escapes, who own 21 luxurious holiday destinations across the UK, with a number offering holiday home ownership and beautiful facilities! Norfolk Woods is joining the luxurious Darwin Escapes brand and will be offering first class holidays, holiday home ownership and wonderful amenities, including a bar, bistro, spa and gym.

The Open Day will start at 10am and finish around 4pm, there will be warming tea and coffee available, as well as Prosecco and a selection of delicious samples from our Bistro Restaurant for you to taste-test . Join us in the main building where tours of the facilities will be on offer; plus, a selection of show lodges will be open enabling you to view the accommodation that Norfolk Woods has for its holiday guests and holiday home owners. Our fantastic team will be here to greet you and will be on hand all day to answer any questions you may have, as well as offering information about facility memberships and access for local residents.

Our first class facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, steam room and sauna, along with the Norfolk Woods Spa, which will be offering a range of Aromatherapy Associates treatments, as well as Jessica Nails hand treatments and manicures. The Spa at Norfolk Woods will be a place where you can forget about the daily grind for a little while and treat yourself to a wonderful full body massage or soothing facial.

We will also have a state of the art gymnasium available, with all the very best you’d expect form a gym including a variety of cardio machines, weight machines and free weights, we are sure to have everything you will need for a full body workout or training session. The whole family can also enjoy the exciting Go Active activities available at Norfolk Woods, which will include archery, water walkers, body zorbs and many more to entertain all ages!

The Bistro at Norfolk Woods will be serving family favourites, from burgers and pizzas, to grilled meats and salads, there will be something tickle every taste bud! We will also have a fully stocked bar available to sit down and relax with your favourite tipple, while enjoying the stunning countryside around you.

So if you’re a local resident and would like more information about memberships, or even if you live a couple of hours away and are interested in holiday home ownership at Norfolk Woods, why not make the trip to see us, view our sure-to-be stunning facilities on Saturday 15th December, between 10am and 4pm.

If you’d like to know more about ownership at Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa, feel free to talk to an advisor via our Live Chat service below, or contact our friendly and professional dedicated Ownership Team on 01745 858010.

Visit this award winning family attraction near our own Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat in Dorset

The beautiful Beaulieu Estate is steeped in local history, houses the National Motor Museum and offers endless fun for all the family to enjoy. Located only an hour away from our luxurious Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat, making our destination the ideal place to base yourself while exploring the picturesque Jurassic Coastline.

Beaulieu’s history

The Beaulieu Estate has been in the Montagu family for 4 centuries, with a rich history of Britain’s elite, however, there are over 800 years of heritage to be explored at Beaulieu.

The land was originally a royal hunting ground and was owned by the crown, but in 1204 King John gifted the land to the Monks of the Cistercian Order. The monks had Beaulieu Abbey built and it grew in popularity and status over the years, until the 1530’s when Henry VIII launched the now famous Dissolution of the Monasteries. The monks eventually surrendered the Abbey to the crown in 1538, it was then bought by Thomas Wriothersley, the first Earl of Southampton, who destroyed the Abbey on orders from the King.

Thomas Wriothesley is a direct ancestor of the current Montagu family of Beaulieu, with the Grand Palace House and 8000 acre estate being passed down the family line. The house itself was never a residence for the family until 1867, when Lord Henry Scott transformed the Palace House into the beautiful family home you can see today.

The Beaulieu Palace House and gardens were open to the public for the first time in 1952 and it was one of the first ‘stately homes’ in the UK to do so. For the grand opening day, Lord Edward Montagu displayed 5 Veteran cars in the entrance hall, this was the humble beginnings of the National Motor Museum, which grew to the large family attraction it is today via support from the British Motor Society and other enthusiasts.

The Beaulieu Estate is now one of the most popular visitor attractions in the UK and is part of the Visit England tourism board too.

what you can do at Beaulieu

Visit the National Motor Museum to see over 250 cars, from vehicles of pioneering engineering to spectacular Formula 1 race cars and World Speed Record Breakers, all under one roof. Costumed guides will take you on a tour through the Palace House, where you’ll get to see the beautiful Montagu family home. Explore the tranquil grounds and picturesque gardens in the 8000 acres around the estate, where you can marvel at the manicured flower gardens and stroll through the wild Millpond Walk.

During World War II, Beaulieu was used as a finishing school for Special Operations Executive Agents, visit the Secret Army Exhibition and learn all about it (well almost…). Step back further into history as you stroll around the Beaulieu Abbey ruins and learn all about the monks who lived there over 800 years ago through the exhibition.

Top Gear fans will be in their element while wandering around the series’ iconic card from various challenges at the World of Top Gear exhibition, and you can even see the BBC studio in the Enormodrome. Don’t miss the On Screen Cars exhibition, with its ever changing cast of TV and film motors to marvel at.

Beaulieu offers a full calendar of activities all year round, including the Motor Museum Photo Ops, where you can dress up in costumes before jumping in a 1904 Pope-Tribune for a fun photo! The little ones will love the Dipstick Driving Circuit as they (safely) zoom around the small track in the mini motors. The Top Gear Test Track Challenge will test your driving skills with radio controlled cars around the scaled down version of the infamous Top Gear track.

Throughout the year Beaulieu hosts a wide range of events for all the family to enjoy, including the amazing International Autojumble, the F1 Cars: Engineering Challenge exhibition, spooky Paranormal Investigation nights, as well as bonfire and Christmas spectaculars to soak up the festive atmosphere.

The Brabazon Restaurant & Coffee Shop at Beaulieu serves delicious homemade cakes, a wide range of snacks, along with offering a selection of hot food, all to keep you fuelled on your day out.

opening times & prices

Summer Opening Times (26th May to 23rd Sept): 10am – 6pm
Winter Opening Times (24th Sept to 24th May): 10am – 5pm
Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.

the fees

Our 2018 annual fees are currently:

With so much on offer at Beaulieu it’s easy to see why it’s one of the most popular attractions in the UK. Don’t miss out, start planning your family friendly day out and take full advantage of all this historic estate has to offer.

luxurious holidays at wareham forest

Located just over an hour away from the Beaulieu Estate is our own Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat, which focuses on tranquillity, beautiful surroundings and stunning lodge holidays in Dorset.

Our wonderful accommodation includes large open plan living spaces with dining areas, sumptuous sofas and flat screen TV’s, as well as fully fitted kitchens with everything you could need to cook up a storm, including oven, hob, fridge/freezer and even a dishwasher to clean up for you after. Sleep in luxurious comfort with our spectacular beds, then make sure to soak away the daily grind in our glorious bathtubs. We really have thought of everything you could want for a self-catering holiday along the Jurassic Coastline.

Book your holiday escape to Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat today

Spend a day exploring the North Wales coastline like never before with a fabulous boat trip around Anglesey. Located along the Menai Strait in Anglesey, is RibRide the best and original boat tour company in North Wales. You can explore the coastline like never before with their very popular tours, and they are only a one hour drive from our own Talacre Beach Resort in Flintshire.

about ribride

Run by Phi Scott and Tom Ahswell for over 12 years, the watermen are dedicated to creating a safe and fun environment for all family to enjoy during the trips around the coastline.
Each Rib can hold up to 11 people and all the tours take you to points of interests along the coastline, with Phil and Tom drawing on their wealth of knowledge about sailing and the local area.

RibRide has received a number of awards over the years, including National Tourism Award for Wales, the Blue Flag Sustainable Boat Tour Operator and the Go North Wales Green Tourism Award.

the tours

You can choose from 6 fun filled adventures, each offering something different from a short trip down the Menai Strait, or towards to the Skerries islands and high cliffs surrounding the coastline.

velocity ribride

Brand new for 2018, the Velocity is the fastest RibRide you can get! You’ll travel down the Menai Strait in this fantastic adrenaline filled Rib, with the skippers taking you out to reach maximum speed during the fun filled 30 minute trip.

bridges & swellies

This tour starts at the picturesque Menai Bridge before venturing under Thomas Telford’s wonderful Menai Suspension Bridge. You’ll then head to the infamous Swellies, known for its rocks and whirlpools, before going on to salute Lord Nelson and viewing Plas Newydd. This is a classic family favourite trip that lasts for around one hour.

puffin & seals

You’ll start this tour by going passed picturesque Beauman’s and seeing all the pretty and brightly coloured seafront houses. You’ll then head out to sea and start approaching Puffin Island, which is uninhabited except for the famous Puffin birds and the largest colony of seals in North Wales. This 1 hour and 30 minute journey is fun and fascinating for all ages, offering beauty and wildlife along the coastline.

castle & islands

Starting at the Menai Bridge, you’ll travel to the beautiful Caernarfon Castle, while passing the Abermenai Port and historic Napoleonic For Belan. After viewing the picturesque Newborough Warren sand dunes, you’ll go offshore and arrive at Llanddwyn Island. Enjoy this fabulous 2 hour trip with the skippers at RibRide.

south stack & gogarth

Enjoy this wonderful explorer RibRide adventure, where you’ll pass the longest breakwater in the UK as you travel from Holyhead Marina. You’ll be heading offshore with the skippers, who will take you to North Stack Island, as well as showing you the beautiful Gogarth Bay and the South Stack, where you’ll get beautiful views into the caves and see some of the largest sea cliffs in Wales. This 1 hour ride is not to be missed!

the skerries

This fantastic RibRide explorer trip will take you offshore to visit the South Stack, where you’ll see the picturesque lighthouse, amazing high cliffs and the plethora of seabirds around. The skippers will cross the sea to the unique islands that make up The Skerries, and you’ll get to see the stunning wildlife along the coastline. Take this 2 hour, once-in-a-lifetime journey along the North Wales coastline with RibRide.

coastal holidays with Talacre Beach

Take a RibRide tour around the North Wales coastline and witness the natural beauty that surrounds you, the whole family will enjoy this adventurous way of viewing the coast.

Our own Talacre Beach Resort is just a one hour drive away from RibRide, making it the ideal place to base yourself while you explore the North Wales region. We offer family friendly, five star facilities (we are also fans of alliteration, if you couldn’t tell), as well as being only a 5 minute walk to the golden sandy beach that stretches all along the coastal path and only a 10 minute drive from the retail haven of Prestatyn and 15 minutes away from traditional seaside town of Rhyl. We really do have it all at Talacre Beach!

Our facilities include an indoor tropically heated swimming pool, sauna and steam room, as well as a fully stocked bar and delicious meals from the onsite Bistro Restaurant. The children will love the Go Active programme, which includes activities such as water walkers, body zorbs, mini jet skis and archery, as well as a daily entertainments programme available from Charlie Bear and his team of Rangers, with new things to do every day, including fancy tea parties and fun festival days. The Rangers also have a family fun evening entertainments programme, which takes place in the North Star Lounge, and includes performances from the Rangers themselves, games, karaoke and national cabaret acts.

Book your holiday at Talacre Beach Resort today.

ownership at Talacre Beach

Talacre Beach Resort also offers holiday home ownership, meaning you can enjoy endless holidays along the North Wales coastline, whenever you choose. No booking, no messing, you can just get up and go to your very own escape on the coast.

Ownership at Talacre Beach is much easier than you may think, with our friendly team taking you step by step through the whole process and always on hand to answer any questions you may have. They can also introduce you to finical advisors who are able to help you spread the cost of your dream holiday home, should you choose to, so that dream holiday lodge is closer than you think!

To find out more about never-ending holidays along the glistening North Wales coast, call our dedicated Ownership Team on 01745 858010 or talk to an advisor via our Live Chat Service today.

Hatchland’s Park offers history, a beautiful country house and 400 acres of stunning parkland to explore, all in the English countryside. Located only a 40 minute drive away from our own beautiful Tilford Woods Lodge Retreat holiday destination, making it the perfect place to stay while you explore all that the Surrey countryside has to offer.

about the Hatchland’s Park

The stunning country house was built in the 1750’s at the request of naval hero, Admiral Edward Boscawen and his impressive wife, Frances who was also known as Fanny. Edward and Fanny were a highly respected couple in the 1700’s, with Edward playing a key role during a turbulent time in Britain’s naval history.

Fanny was an incredibly strong and intelligent woman, she was a founding member of the Blue Stockings Society, which gave women a public voice and cultural standing during a time when it was frowned upon to be an educated woman. The Blue Stockings Society is said to have paved the way for the famous Suffragette movement later on.

Since the Boscawen’s, the house has changed hands a number of times, being inhabited by a string of wealthy families, it was also once a finishing school for girls and it was even a printing press. It is currently owned and lived in by a family, however, there are 6 beautifully restored rooms you can view, where wonderful collections are also held.

things to do at Hatchland’s Park

With 400 acres of parkland explore, Hatchland’s is one of the largest country estates in Surrey, it also boasts a wide range of events and activities all year round. The activities include cellar tours, pony rides for children to enjoy and fun woodland trails to follow and discover all the hidden secrets around, as well as music in the garden during the summer, fun shows to watch at the outdoor theatre and 80’s classic movies at the outdoor cinema. There will be an activity or event for all ages and interests at Hatchland’s!

Head to the Kitchen Café for a hearty soup, a delicious light bite to eat, a wonderful cream tea or even just a simple coffee and mouth-watering slice of cake. With all the food freshly cooked on site every day, you’ll be spoiled for choice and are sure to find something to tickle your taste buds.

Indulge in a spot of retail therapy at the gift shop with some hidden gems or mementoes of your day, you’ll find something cute or quirky for your garden, as well as a fabulous selection of music from the Cobbe Collection, which you can find out more about in the house. The shop also sells traditional items including preserves and postcards. Visit the pre-loved bookshop where you could find a hidden reading treasure, but you’re guaranteed to find some fantastic bargains, and your purchase will be helping to raise funds for the much needed conservation work on the Grade I listed organ in the music room.

wildlife & conservation at Hatchland’s

Stroll around the 400 acres and marvel at the fascinating wildlife who call the parkland home and learn all about the conservation work being carried out at Hatchland’s.
Wander over to the Sheepwash Pond, which is the largest pond in the parklands and has become a key part of the kingfisher conservation effort at the park. Staff are hoping to see an increase in the mesmerising flash of electric blue colour of these beautiful birds as they skim the top of the pond.

Hatchland’s Park is also undertaking a large project to provide safe and cosy homes to the dormouse population. They will be starting with 50 habitat boxes placed around the Century Wood, working with the Surrey Dormouse Trust, they will be conducting regular surveys to track population growth.

Hatchland’s staff work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the spectacular gardens and grounds are cared for, along with the wildlife who live there. They also work hard preserving the historic house and the various collections held inside, as well as offering space to the local community to grow their own fruit and veg in the Community Allotments.

opening times & prices

House: 2pm – 5pm / Garden: 10am – 5pm / Café: 10am – 5pm
Adult: £12.50 / Child £6.25 / Family: £31.25

get away from it all with Tilford Woods

Visit Hatchland’s Park for sheer beauty, interesting history and wonderful conservation work, then head to the Kitchen Café for a delicious afternoon ‘pick me up’ before more exploring of the 400 acres of grounds.

Base yourself at our own Tilford Woods Lodge Retreat, which is only a 40 minute drive away from Hatchland’s, and you can explore all that picturesque Surrey has to offer, including all the charming villages around filled with beautiful boutique stores to discover. Or opt for a 50 minute train journey and head into London city centre for the ultimate sightseeing trip, see all the landmarks, catch a Broadway show or opt for Camden Market, then head away from the crowds to your peaceful escape less than an hour away.

Our luxurious lodge accommodation is the ideal retreat to get away from it all, a place where you can truly escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. All our cabin-style accommodation offers open plan living spaces, fully fitted kitchens, four-poster beds and all the mod-cons you could wish for. A selection of our lodges also boast private hot tubs and personal saunas, as well as offering perfectly peaceful waterside views, with the private decking overlooking the pond and adorable duck lodge, which houses our resident friendly (and cheeky) family of ducks.

Book your Tilford Woods Lodge Retreat escape today and get away from the daily grind

As you may have heard, Darwin Escapes has a brand new location under development in Norfolk and there has been a lot of interest, so here’s a sneak peek for you. Take a look at the pictures below for all the latest on how Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa is shaping up, this sure-to-be breathtaking location will be offering luxurious lodges for accommodation and first class facilities, including a fun nature themed play park for the little ones and a huge Go Active field for all the adventure seekers out there!

Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa will also be a brand new Ownership destination, how exciting! You could be the proud owner of your dream holiday home in a breathtaking destination with outstanding facilities to enjoy every weekend, what could be better?

Keep an eye out on our blog section and social pages for more development news…

How amazing does this place look already? We are so excited to show all that Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa has to offer you, from the fabulous facilities and outstanding local area, to the option of holiday home ownership. It really does have it all!

If you’d like to know more about holiday home ownership with Darwin Escapes, call our dedicated Ownership Team on 01745858010 or talk to an advisor via our Live Chat service.

Explore this beautiful inhabited island on selected days of the year and discover the 18th Century house on this little island

Derwent Island and House offers a beautiful day out for all ages and is only around a 30 minute drive away from our own, 5 star Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat. Meaning you can enjoy the beautiful luxury that Keswick Reach offers and it is ideally placed to explore the local area and all that the Lake District has to offer!

The Derwent House is lived in all year round, but is actually only open to the public 5 days a year, giving you the chance to see island living at its finest! The only date left for 2018 is Thursday 21st August, but make sure to keep an eye on the National Trust website for the 2019 release days.

the history

Derwent Island has been inhabited for centuries and was previously owned by monks and even at one time, Royalty. During the 16th Century a group of German miners, who were working in the area, lived on the island and built a camp for themselves, they grew vegetables, kept animals and even brewed beer!

The beautiful house currently on the island was built in the 18th Century by an eccentric named Joseph Pocklington, who also built a charming chapel and a small fort on the island. The fort has been used for mock battles during annual regattas on the lake. The house is currently lived in all year round.

about your trip

The most reliable way to travel to the island is by canoe, as the lake levels can be quite unpredictable and are affected by rainfall and drought in the area. Don’t worry if you have never canoed before, the trip is quick and easy for beginners and the canoes are rafted together to create extra stability. Although you will be paddling yourself, all trips are accompanied by two qualified canoe instructors from Keswick Canoe & Bushcraft. The journey takes around 5 minutes.

Only 18 people at one time can fit in the canoes, as such tickets are timed and you’ll get around 2 hours on the island itself. when you arrive you will have a 45 minute guided tour of all the main show rooms inside the 18th Century house, after the tour you can explore the island at your leisure until your time to canoe back.

Derwent Island and House is steeped in centuries of local history and offers a fantastic day out for all ages.

Located only a 30 minute drive away is our own 5 star holiday destination, Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat, where you can indulge in fabulous facilities including luxurious Aromatherapy Associates treatments at our onsite Ammara Spa. Or enjoy a delicious meal at The Copper Fells Bar & Brasserie, which is also home to a fully stocked bar with locally produced spirits and regular live music.

Retreat back to your stunning accommodation, which comes with sumptuous sofas, fully fitted kitchens and beautiful beds, as well as selected lodges having private hot tub facilities. We have a wide range of accommodation to cater to all party sizes, from large family gatherings to our beautiful one-bed lodges, which are ideal for a romantic getaway in the Lake District.

Book your holiday to Keswick Reach and explore the rich history of the Lake District, while staying in complete luxury

Tamar Otter & Wildlife Park offers family fun in Cornwall, with friendly animals to meet and delicious cake to eat from the Tea Room

Our own beautiful Sandymouth Holiday Resort is only 30 minutes away from the Tamar Otter & Wildlife Park, making it ideally placed to explore the stunning local area during your holiday. Stay in our stunning family friendly and luxurious accommodation at Sandymouth, explore our exceptional facilities onsite and discover the cheeky animals at the wildlife park only a half an hour’s drive away.

about Tamar Otter & Wildlife Park

Wander the beautiful grounds and visit the families of British and Asian Short Clawed Otters, who will be having the time of their lives playing and you’ll even see them being hand fed. If you stroll to the large woodland enclosure you’ll spot some of the stunning species roaming around, including fallow deer, wallabies and muntjac deer, who all call the 21 acre grounds home.

Meet the different owl species and the other fabulous birds of prey who call Tamar Otter & Wildlife Park home. Check out the walkway to meet those cheeky meerkats before exploring the Old Quarry, or going a little further to discover the beautiful and tranquil Quarry Pool.

There is also a great gift shop onsite, an award-winning Tea Room, two lakes and various picnic areas available throughout the park for the whole family to enjoy. Tamar Otter & Wildlife Park is completely funded by paying visitors, they receive no other funding, so you’ll be pleased to know that your entrance and extras help to pay for upkeep, improvements and especially otter rehabilitation.

the tea room

The Platinum CHEFS Award Winning Tea Room serves both hot and cold food, so no matter the weather or your craving they’ll have something perfect for you.

The high quality, locally sourced ingredients create delicious and healthy dishes, which are freshly prepared and cooked onsite. The extensive menu always includes a range of quiches, jacket potatoes, various mouth-watering pies, as well as salads, sandwiches and, of course, Cornish Cream Teas. There is also is a selection of decadent cakes and cake slices, as well as having a range of gluten free choices and children’s portions available on the menu.

If the weather is on your side, why not order your food to takeaway and enjoy your mouth-watering meal at one of Tamar Otter & Wildlife Park’s picnic areas?

times & prices

Open every day from 30th March until 31st October, 10:30am to 6pm. Last entry at 4.30pm.
Adult £9 / Child £5.50

Enjoy a fabulous day out at Tamar Otter & Wildlife Park, where you’ll be helping conservation and rehabilitation, all while having a great time. And why not book your break to a beautiful, 5 star location in Cornwall at Sanymouth Holiday Resort? Where you can enjoy the local area, including the endless sandy beaches, as well as unbeatable onsite facilities, including an indoor heated swimming pool, a fabulous Go Active programme with archery, our own Black Pearl Pirate Ship play area, as well as the fantastic Splash Zone and indoor play area for those wetter days.

Book your Sandymouth Holiday Resort break today