Aberconwy Resort & Spa boasts five star facilities, beautiful coastal locations and fabulous holiday homes for sale along the North Wales coast

The 2019 Carnaby Oakdale is a spacious holiday home for sale at Aberconwy Resort & Spa, which has three bedrooms making it ideal for families or having friends come to stay. The open plan living area includes a fitted kitchen, with a number of modern appliances and a comfortable sitting room which has a flame effect electric fire to add to the atmosphere.

If the Carnaby Oakdale 2019 is the perfect holiday home for you, there has never been a better time to join our friendly ownership community at Aberconwy, as site fees are included for free in your purchase until March 2020, we also offer competitive finance rates (subject to availability), and you will have your pick of the plots at our five star, luxurious, coastal resort.

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about Aberconwy Resort & Spa

Immerse yourself in sheer luxury at Aberconwy, where you can enjoy the Conwy Morfa beach on your doorstep and stunning views of the Snowdonia Mountain Range.

Indulge in the relaxation and enjoyment of Aberconwy’s five star facilities, including the heated indoor swimming pool to take a soothing swim, as well as soaking up the heat in the sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi. Head over to the Langley’s Country Club for first class gym facilities, including a fully equipped main workout room with cardio machines and free weights, as well as a separate HIIT room for intensive workouts and fitness classes.

The Aberconwy Spa offers luxurious treatments from fully trained therapists using a range of reputable brands, including Aromatherapy Associates, BeautyLab and Jessica Nails. Whether you’re looking for a soothing massage, an intensive acne treatment or a luxury manicure, Aberconwy Spa will have a treatment perfect for you. Mail’s Hair Salon is also on hand to put a spring back in your step with a beautiful hair treatment and re-style.

Enjoy delicious meals at Signatures Restaurant, a multi-award winning restaurant located at Abercowny Resort & Spa. Owners Jimmy and Louise serve mouth-watering meals on an ever-changing menu, so you are sure to enjoy first class food and a friendly atmosphere every time you visit. Signatures is the proud winner of the Best Welsh Restaurant Award for the last two years.

To find out more about joining our friendly ownership community and taking full advantage of all these facilities available, call our dedicated Ownership Team on 01745 858010 or talk to an advisor today via our Live Chat service.

Make a splash with Dorset’s latest and greatest attraction! Looking for something slightly different to the usual on your holiday escape in Dorset? Why not take a look at one of our favourites; Dorset Water Park.

On hearing about the re-opening of the Dorset Water Park this March we just had to give it a try!

Voted one of the best in the UK and based just a stone’s throw from the picturesque Corfe Castle, you couldn’t ask for a more beautiful backdrop for a fun filled day of traversing the multitude of inflatable obstacles on offer.

so what’s it all about?

Remember the TV show ‘It’s a Knockout’ and fancied giving it a go yourself? Well we did too and that’s what lead us to the Dorset Water Park. At its core the idea is that you take part in 2 giant inflatable obstacle courses set across 2 beautiful lakes located a short drive up Studland Road from the castle, and yes, it’s EXACTLY as fun as it looks!

We started our adventure by meeting the friendly team at Dorset Water Park and getting changed into the wet suits and life jackets provided. Raring to go and with an hour of bouncing, splashing, swinging and perhaps a little bit of falling over we were keen to get going. With 30 minutes on the Castle Lake and then a further 30 minutes on the Woodland Lake there’s so much to get stuck in to that it feels like no time has passed at all.

Each of the two lakes have a very different feel to them and are well worth having a good explore to properly appreciate all of the quirks on offer. Some of our favourite areas of the water park include the ‘slack line’, ‘wiggle bridge’ and continuing the 90’s TV theme the ‘gladiator rings’. With so much on offer it would be a shame to spoil the surprise before a visit so simply our best recommendation is to head on over and give it a try for yourself.

If you fancy giving it a go with a larger group of friends there’s some excellent party packages on offer for school trips, birthday parties, stag and hens.

our top tips

• Be sure to bring swimwear for the day and a towel for after you’ve finished
• Pace yourself, don’t puff yourself out too quickly!
• Don’t worry about bringing food and drink, there’s a great refreshments available on site at the Snack Shack

Next time you’re enjoying a break at our Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat, be sure to give it a go, or book your holiday now with us and have an amazing adventure

Pay Us a Visit at This Morning Live 2019 in The NEC in Birmingham will once again be playing host to This Morning Live Event between the 16th-19th May 2019.

Quickly establishing itself as the UK’s biggest shopping and lifestyle event; this annual extravaganza is this year being attended by Darwin Escapes!

The friendly Darwin Escapes team will be showcasing the stunning, bespoke holiday home designed by Prestige Homeseeker which we are giving away as the main prize at this year’s event so that you can get an idea about the quality of the prize which is on offer should you enter the competition.

Alongside this, we will be running a whole host of games and competitions which will be exclusively available to This Morning Live attendees as well as giving away a free mystery bag filled with lots of Darwin Escapes goodies. We’ll be on hand to tell you all about what Darwin Escapes has to offer you, so why not pay us a visit and say hello to the team?

hook a Darwin Duck!

If you are lucky enough to win the luxury holiday home giveaway competition, you will begin a journey to a lifetime of happy holidays with the option of escaping to your very own holiday home whenever you please throughout the year.

You’ll have your own private hideaway where you will be able to enjoy a fun filled second life away from all the stresses of the normal day. Enjoy the freedom of coming as you please to take advantage of the kind of lifestyle which only a Darwin Escapes Holiday Resort can provide.

We will be aiming to provide you with a feel for this fun filled lifestyle at the NEC during This Morning Live 2019, with attendees able to take part in a range of fun and games including a Hook-a-Duck competition where there will be a wide selection of prizes (including Darwin Escapes holidays!) up for grabs!

Pay us a visit at our stand to see try your luck at this competition and partake in the many of fun and games available for guests.

win a UK break with Darwin Escapes

If you do pay us a visit, we will also provide you with details on how to enter our competition to win a short UK break at one of our 19 luxury holiday destinations.

We will be giving away 19 free breaks as part of this competition to represent the number of holiday resorts we have in our portfolio which currently offer accommodation for UK holiday breaks. We’re giving away one holiday at each of our 19 holiday resorts, with each of our resorts offering something completely different.

You could win a stay in a quirky beach hut at Beach Cove Coastal Retreat in Devon overlooking the stunning Hele Bay, scenic self catered lodges in the Lake District or tranquil log cabin style lodges in the Surrey countryside right next to one of the country’s leading golf resorts. This is just a short sample of the Darwin Escapes holiday resorts which will be available to you to win.

Why not learn more about our holiday destinations prior to taking part in our competition by downloading a completely free Darwin Escapes brochure? You be given a sneak peak behind the scenes at each of 19 locations, affording you the opportunity to learn more about the varying facilities and activities which are available at each of our resorts as well as the different accommodation.

We can send you a brochure either direct to your email inbox or send a printed version to your home address. Just let us know what is best for you:

In Surrey, you’ll find the fascinating Birdworld park, where you can meet and learn about a large variety of birds from all over the world. Located only a 15 minute drive away from our five star Tilford Woods Lodge Retreat, Birdworld in Farnham, is a fun and educational day out for all ages, with over 1,200 species of birds and other animals to learn about.

Birdworld is part of a number of international breeding programmes and helps the conservation of many of its animals, as well as promoting their conservation knowledge, so we can all help save habitats!

the history of Birdworld

Surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Surrey, Birdworld offers a fabulous day out and has done since it opened to the public in 1968.

Originally a family run business by Roy Harvey and his family, the park became a popular attraction and grew, adding new exhibitions, including the aquarium and children’s farm.
In 1996, Birdworld was bought and is still owned, by a local business called Denys E. Head Ltd. The new owners continued to develop the park over the decades, with the most recent additions including Parrots in Flight and the award-winning, Penguin Beach exhibition.

Conservation work and development is always at the forefront of the Birdworld ethos, helping to protect the future of the species and creating the most natural and enriching habitats for those in captivity.

penguins of Birdworld in Surrey

At Birdworld there are two penguin species to visit, the Humbolt Penguins, which originated in Peru and Chile, as contrary to popular belief they actually thrive in hot climates, with cold water near to their colony so they can fish. The park has enjoyed impressive success in breeding, with over 300 Humbolt Penguins either increasing or establishing colonies all over the world.

Visit the award-winning Penguin Beach to meet the African Penguins, who also enjoy a warm climate. The attraction is a recreation of South Africa’s Roben Island, which is most famously known for the prison that held Nelson Mandela as a political prisoner. However, Roben Island is also home to an abundance of wildlife native to the island, including African Penguins.

Birdworld attractions and animals

There are countless attractions and animals to explore and learn about at Birdworld, Farnham, and we’ve listed a few of the best ones for you:

• The Jenny Wren Farm – one of the most popular areas of the park. The Jenny Wren Farm is home to a wide range of farmyard animals like guinea pigs, rabbits, sheep and pigs.
• Penguin Island and Penguin Beach  – this is home to the two colonies of penguins at Birdworld. You can watch them jump and dive for their lunch during the daily penguin feeds here.
• Outback Landing  – this is a walkthrough aviary where you can enjoy being up close to some of the most iconic birds in the Australian Outback.
• Owl Parliament – a quieter area of the park that is dedicated to the majestic owls. Here you can see distinctive owl species like Snowy Owls and Burrowing Owls.

daily and seasonal events available

There are a number of annual events held at Birdworld in Surrey, including Easter Egg Hunts and Santa’s Grotto, as well as the option to book wonderful Animal Encounters available for all ages. But there are also a range of daily events available for everyone to enjoy, including the ever popular Penguin Feeding time, where you can learn more about them and watch them chase each other and dive for their fish!

check out the upcoming events at Birdworld

opening times & prices

Birdworld is in Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4LD. A 15 minute drive from Tilford Woods Lodge Retreat.
It is open every day from 10am – 6:00pm (BST) and 10am – 4:30pm (GMT) (last admission is one hour before closing)

Prices for 2022

Birdworld, Surrey offers a fantastic day our where you can see more than 1,200 species of animals, including crocodiles, piranha and seahorses in the aquarium. And with development continuing, you never know what you might see next!

Tilford Woods Lodge Retreat is located in Farnham, Surrey and offers a luxury escape to the countryside, but still only a 50 minute train journey into London for city breaks.

Tilford Woods is home to beautiful lodge style accommodation, which has everything you could need for a self-catering holiday in Surrey, including a fully equipped kitchen, large open living spaces, sumptuous beds and beautiful bathrooms. We also have options for private hot tubs and even private saunas in your lodge, to add a little extra luxury to your holiday escape.

Book your holiday to our Tilford Woods Lodge Retreat today!

Our annual Legends Day Tournament is just around the corner on Wednesday 15th May at The Springs, with everyone helping to raise funds for a worthy cause

The Springs Golf Club in Oxfordshire boasts beautiful scenery and a championship course, which was designed by a true golf legend, former Ryder Cup Captain Brian Huggett. Brian created a beautiful course to challenge and delight all ages and skill levels.

Our Legends Day Tournament takes place on Wednesday 15th May, it is an 18 hole Texas Scramble event, with 8 sporting legends on some lucky teams! The teams which they will be playing will be drawn in the morning before tee-off.

This fantastic event is helping to raise funds for the Matt Hampson Foundation, which is a truly wonderful charity that works to improve the quality of life, and overall wellbeing of young people who have suffered life changing injuries through sport.

In 2005, Matt Hampson was left paralysed from the neck down after an accident during an England Under 21 training session. Ever since, Matt has fought hard to live as normal a life as he can and as a testament of his bravery and determination, he created the Matt Hampson Foundation to help others. Matt provides advice, mentoring and inspirational talks across the country, as well as being a forward coach at Oakham School and Oakham Rugby Club.

The Springs Golf Club’s annual Legends Day Tournament will be proudly raising funds for the Matt Hampson Foundation, with the help of 8 great sporting legends.

who are the legends?

Here’s the cast list of our wonderful legends who will be helping to raise funds and join a lucky team for the day:

• Max Evans – a talented Rugby Union and Scotland International player. Max played for the Glasgow Warriors from 2007 to 2011, scoring 50 points in 63 appearances, as well as having 44 caps for Scotland!
• Louis Deacon – a great former Leicester Tigers and England International player, he had 29 caps for his country and 274 appearances for the Leicester Tigers!
• Freddie Tuilagi – the Samoan born, talented International Rugby Union and Rugby League player will also be joining us. Signing with the Leicester Tigers in 2000, Freddie was part of the 2002 Heineken Cup winning side
• Nick Compton – Former cricketer for Middlesex and Somerset, as well as playing internationally for England, Nick has played 16 Test matches between 2012 and 2016.
• Greg Searle – winning Gold in rowing at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, Greg was then awarded an MBE. He went on to win Bronze medals in both the 1996 Atlanta and 2012 London Olympics, as well as winning the Gold at the 1993 World Championships with his brother.
• Paul Doran-Jones – an accomplished retired Rugby Union player, who played for a number of teams from 2003 to 2018, including Gloucester, the London Wasps and the Harlequins.
• Chris Wyles – an American-British Rugby Union player who also represented the USA Eagles in the 3 world cups. Chris signed for the Saracens in 2008, where he made 254 appearances and scored a whopping 375 points!
• Matthew Hoggard – Matthew joins us at the Legends Day for a second consecutive year. A former cricketer who played for England from 2000 to 2008, and was also the captain at Leicestershire until 2013.

• Laurie Evans – a fantastic cricketer for Sussex County Cricket Club and was picked for the Rajshahi Kings in the Bangladesh Premier League in the 2018-19 squad. He enjoy a fantastic tournament as the lead run scorer, with 339 runs in 11 matches.

All our teams and legends are sure to have the best day at the tournament while raising funds for the Matt Hampson Foundation.

Here at Darwin Escapes, we have loved working with Prestige Homeseeker, building and dressing our luxurious Darwin Escapes lodge. We worked with the wonderful Prestige Homeseeker to produce this stunning lodge, which we are the proud prize provider of ITV’s Win a Lodge and £40,000 competition.

Scroll below for our beautiful lodge photos

what happened to the Darwin Escapes Lodge?

This fantastic competition has now come to a close, with one lucky winner taking ownership of their very own dream holiday home.

Do you want to know what happened to the lodge and find out which resort the winner chose as the base from which to enjoy an unlimited number of holidays? Then head on over to our ITV Lodge page to find out more.

If you are feeling a tad jealous, then why not get in touch with us to discuss how you could become a luxury holiday home owner with Darwin Escapes yourself. It may well prove to be far more affordable than you had ever imagined.

Our friendly team won’t put you under any pressure to buy, we just want to help you work out whether or not taking ownership of your very own holiday home is the right choice for you.

You can reach us by calling us on 01745 858010 and find your holiday-ever-after too!

There’s something for everyone at Bournemouth Pier, whether you’re looking for a relaxing stroll in the sun or an adventure filled day out

Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat offers luxury self-catering holidays in Dorset and is only 30 minutes away from the historic Bournemouth Pier where you can enjoy a day strolling the 1000ft stretch and taking in the views. Or you can get stuck in at the RockReef and join other adrenaline junkies on the climbing walls or vertical slide. The pier also boasts the Bournemouth Pier Zip Wire, the world’s first pier to coast zip line!

Learn more about the pier and the activities below:

the history of bournemouth pier

Bournemouth’s very first pier was just a short wooden jetty, it was built in 1856, but as the area became more popular it was replaced by an 800ft wooden pier.

Around 1866 the pier was damaged by a number of storms, with the landing stage being completely blown away, which resulted in cast iron replacements. However, even these were damaged in a particularly strong storm in 1876, which caused the partial collapse and closure of the pier.

The Lord Mayor of London opened a new Bournemouth Pier in August 1880, which is most like the one that stands today. Over the next 70 years few additions were made, but some changes included a bandstand and covered shelters, as well as increasing the size of the pier to 1000ft.

In July 1940 almost all the piers in the country were demolished by the Royal Engineers as a precaution against German invasion, it was repaired and reopened in 1946, after the war ended.

A new substructure and the Bournemouth Theatre were added in 1960. The theatre held all the best shows from around the country before eventually closing its doors in 2011.

The adventure activity zone RockReef was opened in 2014, with the world’s first pier to shore zip line, Bournemouth Pier Zip Wire opening later in the same year.

rockreef indoor activity centre

RockReef is an all-weather attraction located on Bournemouth Pier, where all ages can get stuck in with a variety of adventure activities on offer.

Rock climbers will be in heaven with 28 clip and climb indoor climbing walls, all offering different themes and a wide range of difficulty levels, so there will be challenges for all ages and abilities.

Try the Pier Cave activity, a 65 metre cave experience with three different routes which allows for varied ranges of difficulty and comfort.

The Vertical Drop Slide is sure to get even the biggest adrenaline junkie’s heart racing. All participants wear a body suit and start at the bottom of the slide, holding on to the handlebars as they are winched higher up the 25ft slide. How high can you hold on until? You decide when you let go and let gravity take over, set yourself a new target on each go and you’ll be surprised how high you go!

Have a go at one of the most challenging activities on the Bournemouth Pier activity centre, the Leap of Faith. An activity ideal for all the daredevils out there, start by climbing the 20ft pole to the platform, walk the plank to the edge, count to three and jump! Reach for the punch bag and see how far you can jump, you’ll be wearing a harness and helmet for safety. The punch bag can be moved close to further away, to help create your own challenges!

bournemouth pier zip wire

The 250 dual zip wire is the first pier to shore zip line in the world! Enjoy stunning panoramic views of Bournemouth beach from a platform 25 meters above the sea. Ride the dual zip wire with friends or family for a completely unforgettable experience on the Bournemouth Pier Zip Wire.

food & shops

Bournemouth Pier has everything you could want for a fun day out at the coast, from activities and beautiful views, to 3 unique food offerings and classic seaside shops.

The Bournemouth Pier Key West Bar & Grill offers a relaxed atmosphere at the end of the pier, with both outdoor and indoor seating. Key West serves delicious meals from a varied menu, while showcasing the most breath-taking sea views.

Bournemouth’s Sandy Beaches is the perfect place for a coffee shop stop, located on the pier approach you can watch the hustle and bustle, while enjoying their famous Puro Coffee. The Proper Cornish Pasty Shop is ideal for a snack on the go, with freshly baked pasty’s every day and a selection of sandwiches and other hot snacks.

There are 3 classic seaside shops on Bournemouth Pier, visit the Rock Shop for a stick of traditional Bournemouth Rock and other sweets, or pop to the gift shop for some handmade presents for your loved ones. Head to the Beach Shop for everything you’ll need for a day at the beach, from buckets & spades to beachwear.

Bournemouth Pier offers a fun day out for all the family, no matter the weather. The pier holds a number of events throughout the year, including the Bournemouth Air Show, firework displays, Halloween and Christmas themed events.

Our own Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat is only a 30 minute drive away from the beautiful Bournemouth beach and pier, so you can have the best of both worlds. Soak up the peaceful countryside surrounding your luxury lodge-style accommodation, before relaxing in the sun at the seaside.

Our fully equipped self-catered accommodation offers a truly relaxing holiday experience in Dorset, with a large open plan living space that includes fully fitted kitchens, charming dining areas, comfortable sofas and flat screen TVs. The bedrooms offer sumptuous bedding, walk-in wardrobes and the best nights’ sleep you could want, as well as a select number of lodges offering hot tubs for the ultimate in relaxation on your holiday escape.

Book your holiday away to Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat today

Talacre Beach Resort has been a popular holiday destination for nearly 60 years, with the village, beach and lighthouse consistently drawing new fans…

Talacre village has a population of just under 400, with only around 100 residents actually being born in Wales (2011 Census), this helps to show how popular a holiday home destination Talacre really is. It is embedded into the pop culture conscious as a ‘typically British’ seaside holiday resort, however guests are blown away by the luxury that greets them when they stay with us at Talacre Beach Resort.

Talacre Beach itself, was used for evacuees and Spitfire training during World War II, this lead to a number of evacuees becoming permanent residents or later on, holiday home owners.

The beach is now known for the beautiful golden sands, world famous sand dunes, as well as being an RSPB nature reserve and a Special Area of Scientific Interest, with the population of protected newts and natter jack toads living in the dunes.

Talacre Beach Resort first opened in the 1960’s, known then as Morfa Camp, and some of our first holiday home owners originally used to holiday on the Warren in the ‘bungalows’, which were self-contained shacks along the beach.

Our beautiful resort grew in popularity and by the 70’s, there was a 44 acre holiday resort filled with all the luxuries of the time, and is has continued to develop and grow with the times since, having recently undergone a one million pound renovation of the five star facilities.

Have a scroll below of some of the older images of Talacre, these include images of the village, the Warren bungalows and the start of Talacre Beach Resort.

Images are from the Talacre Community Centre Facebook page and Francis Frith website

the lighthouse

The iconic lighthouse was built in 1776 and is only around a 15 minute walk from our Talacre Beach Resort.

The lighthouse is arguably one of the most photographed in the UK and has featured in a Dulux TV advert, as well as an episode of the popular E4 drama, Skins.

It is also known for its supernatural stories, with many ghost sightings over the years reported, with people most commonly seeing a figure wearing old fashioned lighthouse keeper clothes near the lighthouse and a figure standing in front of the glass dome, the lighthouse has been abandoned for a long time.

So popular were these stories there was an art installation placed in front of the glass down, in respect of the legend of the lighthouse keeper. The metal figure had holes cut into it to create a ‘moaning’ tone when the wind blew through it.

Scroll below for older and more recent photos of the lighthouse…

With so much history in this little village, it is easy to see why people are drawn back to the Welsh coast time and again. Learn more about the history of the town and the community determined to keep it alive, in our Talacre: Now & Then post.

Talacre Beach Resort offers first class holidays and outstanding holiday home ownership options, with a wide range of lodges and holiday homes for sale in North Wales, as well as our stunning, five star and recently renovated, facilities, which includes an indoor heated swimming pool, beautifully decorated restaurant and bar, new arcade and a fantastic daily children’s entertainment programme, along with a family evening entertainment programme.

To learn more about joining our friendly ownership community, book a park tour to meet our team and see the resort with your own eyes, talk to an advisor via our Live Chat service, or call our dedicated team on 01745 858010.

Lighthouse Photo Credit: Steve Wilson

Talacre Beach Resort has been a popular holiday home owners destination for over 50 years, but the local village has such a fascinating history, and you can learn all about it at the Now & Then exhibition. The Talacre Now & Then project will be running throughout 2019 and will be showcasing the history of our quaint village, from the Spitfire’s World War 2 training days, to today’s 5 star holiday resort and everything in between.

The exhibition was awarded a Heritage Lottery Fund grant, an education grant from Outdoor Learning Wales and a grant from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund to focus on the fascinating World War II elements of the village’s history. Altogether the project has received around £50,000 in funding to bring Talacre’s history to life – and they have the best plans!

Talacre during WWII

Our sleepy coastal village was a completely different place during World War II, with many people escaping the bombing from Liverpool and being evacuated into simple huts, which were actually built on the sand dunes.

Photo from Talacre Community Centre Facebook

The golden sands of Talacre Beach were also used for Spitfire training, as well as what must have seemed like endless air battles (known as dog fights) in the skies above. Generations of people have been delighted to find spent ammunition from the testing and the dog fights over the years, and there are still many to find today! There are also still rows of larch posts and the remains of pill boxes that can be seen along the beach, these were placed to deter invasion from enemy forces.

Some of the evacuees stayed in their huts after the war and made Talacre their home, while many continued to return with their children and grandchildren, creating an eclectic culture mixture of English and Welsh.

To showcase what life was like during World War II, there will be a trail created through the dunes, and a CGI film showing how the Spitfires trained along the beach.

On 27th & 28th July there will be a fabulous World War II Extravaganza in Talacre village and along the beach, with the weekend’s events including a replica Spitfire, guided walks, re-enactments and plenty of family activities to get involved in! Make sure to check out our blog about the weekend here!

after the war

Once the war ended, Talacre quickly became a favourite tourist destination and has thousands of visitors from Manchester and Liverpool.

Photo from Talacre Community Centre Facebook

Early holiday guests enjoy a unique experience of staying in charming wooden shacks on the beach, a few old buses and even a railway carriage. (Our own beautiful accommodation is definitely more of the luxury style!)

But summer wasn’t just for the tourists, the local residents enjoyed (and still do!) the wonderful, jubilant atmosphere created by holidaymakers. As well as entrepreneurial youngsters, who were keen to earn some pocket money, would help to take luggage from the, now long closed, train station to the holiday homes.

Because of the popularity Talacre created and many of these early guests returning regularly, holiday home ownership at Talacre Beach was a huge hit! And it is still is today, have you read our ownership information page yet?

The Talacre Now & Then project will be running throughout 2019 and will grow over time as people add their own memories to it. All materials added to the exhibition will be used to create a fantastic memories booklet and digital trail.

Help to celebrate the fascinating history of Talacre, the beautiful little coastal village which holds a special place in the memories of thousands across North Wales and North West England!

Talacre Beach Resort has been a popular holiday home owners destination for over 50 years, and with our fantastic 5 star facilities, proximity to the beach and wide range of holiday homes and lodges for sale, it’s easy to see why.

Book a park tour to see our newly renovated facilities with one of our team members.

Or for more information call our dedicated Ownership Team on 01745 858010, alternatively you can speak to an advisor via our Live Chat service.

holiday homes have come a long way, here’s one of ours…

Les Misérables at Birmingham hippodrome is not to be missed!

We’ve been partners of Birmingham Hippodrome since last year, proudly supporting a number of their projects, so when we were invited to enjoy the Leading Ladies event and see Les Misérables, we jumped at the chance!

Located in the centre of beautiful Birmingham, the small presence street-side belies the scale and beauty of what’s inside. A perfect fusion of modern and traditional, it’s a welcoming and magnificent building. Before the show, we were welcomed to a reception of other corporate partners where we heard from the Hippodrome team and enjoyed a fascinating and insightful Q and A with Les Mis’s Resident Director – Lauren Storer.

On to the show…

Before I start, I have to admit that I already love Les Misérables and, having adored it since my grandparents first took me at 12 years old, this latest production was going to be measured by my yardstick : the 10 year Anniversary ‘Dream Cast’ Soundtrack, which was basically the soundtrack to my teens (Well that and NuMetal, but that’s another blog!).

As I said, on to the show

Wow! Boy did it live up to the hype! A few of my friends have recently watched the same production in Manchester and I have heard only rave reviews…I’m delighted to say that they weren’t wrong! The costumes, lighting and staging were all exceptional (even minus the previously signature revolving stage) it was a feast for the eyes! But that aside, the company produced the most captivating telling of Les Misérables. Killian Donnelly’s Valjean was fabulous and the power of Nic Greenshileds’ voice made me adore Javert despite him being the ‘baddie’! Fantine’s small but integral role was portrayed by Katie Hall and do you know what…she nailed it! What a performance!

My standout performances

Whist the main characters were fabulous of course, I have to say that there were moments in the show where I believed Harry Apps was even better than Michael Ball as Marius. (Controversial perhaps, but I stand by it) I felt his voice touch my soul. Special mention to Will Richardson who played Friends of the ABC leader Enjolras – – he might just have been my favourite! An exceptional voice and performance; I hope to see him in a leading role soon.

A standing ovation well deserved. If my ‘Dream Cast’ is a 10 and the Hollywood version (which I did enjoy) is a 3, Birmingham Hippodrome’s Les Mis is a solid 9.5. Go and see it.