The UK offers a wealth of family-friendly caravanning destinations, both along the coast and inland, with plenty of activities and natural beauty to suit all ages.
If you’re thinking of booking a last-minute motorhome holiday on offer in UK destinations right now, or you’re planning a break or two next year, here are some of the best places for a family motorhome holiday.
coastal location
cornwall
Why it’s great for families: Cornwall’s beaches are great for bucket fun, rock pools and water sports such as surfing and paddleboarding. The coastal paths are great for walks with kids, and attractions like the Eden Project and St. Michael’s Mount are educational and entertaining.
Must visit attractions: Newquay’s family-friendly beaches, Looe for crabbing and boat tours, and the scenic Minack Theater for outdoor performances.
norfolk coast
Why it’s great for families: Mild sandy beaches and traditional seaside towns such as Cromer and Hunstanton are great for children. The nearby Norfolk Broads offers boat rental opportunities and family-friendly nature walks.
Must visit attractions: Seal watching tours departing from Blakeney, Hunstanton Marine Life Reserve and Wells-on-Sea Beach.
wales pembrokeshire
Why it’s great for families: This coastal national park offers safe, clean beaches, castles to explore, and wildlife adventures like dolphin-watching boat rides.
Must visit attractions: Tenby has family-friendly beaches and the Pembrokeshire Coast Path for scenic walks.
yorkshire coast
Why it’s great for families: Destinations such as Scarborough and Filey offer traditional British seaside fun, including fairgrounds, donkey rides and fish and chips. Whitby adds to the historical flair with its abbey and stories of Dracula.
Must visit attractions: Scarborough SEA LIFE Center and Flamborough Head offer coastal walks.
isle of white
Why it’s great for families: A short ferry ride adds to the sense of adventure. There are plenty of kid-friendly attractions to explore on the island.
Must visit attractions: Shanklin Beach, Needles and Dinosaur Island.
inland location
Lake District
Why it’s great for families: Beautiful scenery, family-friendly hiking trails, and plenty of outdoor activities like kayaking and biking. Boat tours on Lake Windermere are always popular with children.
Must visit attractions: Windermere’s Brockhole (offering treetop adventures and relaxing rides), Beatrix Potter World and Tarn Hows, both family friendly walk.
new forest
Why it’s great for families: Kids love spotting wild ponies, exploring forest trails, and visiting the area’s many outdoor attractions. It’s also a great place for cycling, with dedicated trails suitable for families.
Must visit attractions: Paulton Park (home of Peppa Pig World), the Beaulieu Motoring Museum and family-friendly bike trails through the forest.
peak area
Why it’s great for families: National parks are great for exploring caves, hiking, and visiting historical landmarks. There are plenty of gentle trails and adventure parks for little legs to enjoy nearby.
Must visit attractions: Chatsworth House and its farm, the Highlands of Abraham (cable car ride) and the famous stepping stone Dovedale.
Cotswolds
Why it’s great for families: Idyllic villages, family farms and wildlife parks make the Cotswolds an ideal outback holiday destination. The slower pace of life is great for young children.
Must visit attractions: Cotswold Wildlife Park, Bourton-on-the-Water (known as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’) and Bibury Trout Farm.
Wales Snowdonia
Why it’s great for families: The scenery here is perfect for adventurous families who enjoy hiking, ziplining, or riding a steam train. It’s a mix of rugged outdoor fun and kid-friendly attractions.
Must visit attractions: Snowdon Mountain Railway, Bounce Below (a huge underground trampoline park) and Llanberis Lake Railway.
