Spacious and modern holiday homes, thoughtfully designed with comfort in mind—ideal for relaxing breaks together. Each 12ft-wide home features central heating and double glazing throughout, a lounge with a minimum 32” TV and DVD player, and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests can enjoy a convenient 4pm check-in, ensuring a smooth start to their stay.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
Spacious and modern holiday homes, thoughtfully designed with comfort in mind—ideal for relaxing breaks together. Each 12ft-wide home features central heating and double glazing throughout, a lounge with a minimum 32” TV and DVD player, and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests can enjoy a convenient 4pm check-in, ensuring a smooth start to their stay.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Alberta Holiday Park, with real driving times.
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A traditional seaside funfair in Margate with a Grade II* listed wooden rollercoaster and live music.
Dreamland is an amusement park and entertainment centre built around a traditional English seaside funfair in Margate, Kent. The site has hosted amusement rides since 1880, and the Dreamland name dates from 1920, when the Grade II* listed Scenic Railway wooden rollercoaster opened. The park was restored and reopened in 2015 after years of closure, following a public campaign to save it.
Tip: Check the What's On page before you go: events show age guidance, and popular ones can sell out, so book ahead.
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A conservation charity's wildlife park near Canterbury, with gorillas, elephants and a walk-through lemur enclosure.
Howletts is a wild animal park in the parish of Bekesbourne, near Canterbury, set in about 90 acres of ancient parkland. It opened to the public in 1975 and is run by a charity, the Aspinall Foundation, so your ticket goes towards its conservation work.
Tip: Book online in advance: it gives you access to the park's wet weather policy. Check the talk and feeding boards by the gatehouse when you arrive.
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The seat of the archbishop of Canterbury, on a World Heritage Site with centuries of pilgrim history.
Canterbury Cathedral is the cathedral of the archbishop of Canterbury, the spiritual leader of the Church of England. It stands on the site of one of the oldest Christian structures in England and forms part of a World Heritage Site, along with St Augustine's Abbey and the ancient Church of St Martin.
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A 40-acre woodland park near Herne Bay and Canterbury, home to around fifty native British species.
Wildwood is a woodland discovery park on the A291 between Herne Bay and Canterbury. Its 40 acres sit within the larger West Blean woods and are home to around fifty native British species. It is run as a conservation charity, and the trust has been involved in bringing European bison back to Blean Woods.
Tip: Parking is free, but space for coaches and minibuses is limited in peak seasons. Dogs, including guide dogs, are not allowed.
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A Grade I listed underground passage in Margate, covered in millions of shells with an unsolved past.
The Shell Grotto is an underground passageway in Margate, dug out of chalk and decorated almost from top to bottom with shell mosaics. Around 4.6 million shells cover roughly 2,000 square feet of wall and roof. A winding passage leads down to a rotunda and on to a rectangular altar chamber, with a shaft that lets in a little daylight.
Tip: There is no car park at the grotto. Try the surrounding residential roads, or the Trinity Square pay and display car park (CT9 1QY). It has no step-free access, and large bags must be left at reception.
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A huge clifftop castle, known as the "Key to England", with 2,000 years of history to explore.
Dover Castle crowns the white cliffs above the Channel and has been called the "Key to England" because of its defensive importance through the centuries. It is Grade I listed and has a history stretching back some 2,000 years, with a Roman lighthouse still standing in the grounds.
Tip: Book early online to save money, and check the English Heritage website for which parts of the Secret Wartime Tunnels are open before you go.
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Canterbury's central museum and art gallery, set in a showpiece Victorian building on the High Street.
The Beaney is Canterbury's central museum, art gallery and library, with a Visitor Information Centre too, all in a Grade II listed building on the High Street. Inside, the galleries cover art, local heritage and treasures from the ancient worlds, and there are activities for children.
Tip: For a quieter visit, go in the first or last hour of the day.
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Explore the ruins of the Canterbury monastery founded by St Augustine in 598.
St Augustine's Abbey in Canterbury was a Benedictine monastery, founded in 598 by St Augustine after he arrived to convert the Anglo-Saxons. It was the burial place of early Kentish kings and archbishops, and it ran for nearly a thousand years until its dissolution in 1538. Today the preserved ruins show how the site grew from a Saxon foundation into a grand Norman monastery.
Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.
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28 reviews from guests who stayed at Alberta Holiday Park
Great holiday location, quiet, tucked out of the way position but close to amenities. Good price too
Great caravan, spacious and well-designed. Perfect for families with kids, highly recommend it!
We had such a lovely stay at Goddard's Mead! Rob and Sharon have really put a lot of effort into transforming this historic building sympathetically and it shows. They gave us a warm welcome, along with their adorable dog Bonnie. The place is perfect for relaxing and the location in Essex is ideal for exploring Thaxted and the surrounding villages. Definitely worth taking some time to wander around and soak in the history and charming architecture. Highly recommended!
Great space, very cosy!
Nice clean caravan very comfortable
Really happy with the caravan, it was spotless and everything met our expectations perfectly.
Great spot to start our adventure in Whitstable!
We stayed at this cosy cottage and loved the peaceful vibe, especially relaxing in the hot tub. Just a heads up, there are night flights from Stansted nearby.
We loved staying here! The peaceful countryside setting was just what we needed. The courtyard was lovely and the hot-tub made everything feel extra special. Perfect for relaxing walks too!
We stayed at this place and honestly, its a gem! The house is super well equipped and kept us cosy, especially on that drizzly December day. The bath is so relaxing and the shower is really spacious. Being on a flight path didnt bother us at all, which was a relief. Perfect for dogs wary of fireworks, surrounded by nature. Thanks a lot for a lovely stay!
We really enjoyed our stay. The cottage was cosy with a lovely log burner and hot tub. The hosts were friendly and it was so peaceful. Hope to come back soon for a longer visit!
We had such a lovely stay! The cottage is tucked away in a really peaceful spot, perfect for some quiet time. The owners were super friendly and made us feel welcome, always happy to help if needed, without intruding on our privacy. The hot tub was a real treat after our cycling adventures. Just a heads up, its right under Stansteds flight path, so theres quite a bit of aircraft noise. It didnt bother us much once we got used to it, but might be something to consider if noise bothers you. Overall, a great place!
Really enjoyed our stay, fantastic location and lovely staff. Can't wait to return!
Really enjoyed it, quite close by too.
The owners were super friendly and really went above and beyond when the storm knocked out the power. The place was spotless, warm and well-equipped. Our dog loved the enclosed garden and we enjoyed the hot tub too!
The van was spotless, looked br and new and smelled really fresh-absolutely loved it!
Really enjoyed staying here. The place was spotless and peaceful. Hosts were super friendly and helpful. Perfect for couples. The hot tub was a lovely bonus!
We had a lovely stay at this peaceful spot. Sharon and Robert really go the extra mile to make everything perfect. Its our second time here and were already planning to come back soon. Highly recommend!
Honestly, the park was a bit cramped considering how many visitors there are, so we didnt really feel like using the pool or indoor activities because of social distancing worries. That said, our caravan was lovely - spotless, roomy and well-equipped. The grounds were tidy too and everyone we spoke to was super friendly. Overall, a decent stay!
Really pleased with the caravan, perfect for family trips and kid-friendly spaces.
Great spot to start exploring Whitstable and nearby places.
We found the park a bit crowded, so using the pool and indoor areas felt a bit awkward with social distancing concerns. On the bright side, our caravan was spotless, roomy and had everything we needed. The grounds were tidy and everyone we talked to was genuinely friendly. All in all, a decent stay despite the busy vibe!
Really impressed with the van, it was spotless and felt like new! Definitely recommend.
The caravan was spotless and well-maintained, which made our stay really comfortable and enjoyable.
Great service and quality
Really impressed with how spotless and well-equipped everything was. Great stay!
The caravan was lovely and spotless, with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The living space was really spacious, but moving around the bed was a bit tricky due to the tight space.
Really enjoyed our stay, would recommend.
