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The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Waterside Holiday Park, with real driving times.
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An 80-acre Devon zoo with tigers, gorillas and giraffes, plus play areas, gardens and indoor habitats.
Paignton Zoo covers 80 acres of animal enclosures and gardens, and most families spend a full day here. You can follow the four zones (Wetlands, Islands, Grasslands and Rainforests), catch the daily talks and feeding sessions, and wander through nature trails in Clennon Gorge wildlife reserve.
Tip: Book tickets online ahead of your visit to save money.
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A charity-run zoo on the edge of Dartmoor, with a breeding programme and the story behind We Bought a Zoo.
Dartmoor Zoological Park is a 33-acre zoo just north of Sparkwell, on the south-west edge of Dartmoor in Devon. It is run by a charity that focuses on conservation, education and research, and it belongs to BIAZA, the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
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Devon's largest theme park mixes water rides, a zoo farm and big indoor play areas, whatever the weather.
Woodlands is a family-owned, all-weather theme park on the A3122, about 5 miles from Dartmouth in South Devon. It covers over 90 acres, with 16 rides, around 500 animals and several play zones, each with its own rides and attractions. There are water rides, a zoo farm and a falconry display with over 50 birds of prey.
Tip: Not every ride runs every day, so check the park's website for opening times and which rides are open before you set off.
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Agatha Christie's former holiday home, styled as in the 1950s, with woodland gardens running down to the Dart estuary.
Greenway was once the holiday home of crime writer Agatha Christie. The house is styled as it looked in the 1950s and is filled with personal collections belonging to Christie and her family, including archaeological pieces, silver, china and books. The National Trust owns it.
Tip: Parking must be pre-booked, so arrange it before you go. You can also arrive by ferry from Dartmouth.
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Ride, drive and operate real diggers, dumpers and other full-size construction machinery at this family-friendly Devon park.
Diggerland is a theme park where children and adults can ride, drive and operate real diggers, dumpers and other full-size construction machinery. The Devon park is in Cullompton, and the whole line-up runs to around 20 rides and drives.
Tip: Check the ride height chart on the Diggerland website before you go, so you know which rides each child can enjoy.
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Walk through a labyrinth of Torquay caves where ancient humans once sheltered, with guided tours or self-guided entry.
Kents Cavern is a cave system in Torquay, with a long archaeological story. Visitors walk through a labyrinth of caverns surrounded by rocks around 400 million years old, with stalagmites and stalactites along the way. The caves were once used by ancient humans for shelter, fire-making, tool-making and hunting Ice Age animals, and the tour includes a moment of total darkness.
Tip: Book online to secure your preferred tour time, and arrive at least 15 minutes before it starts. Solo visitors should call ahead, as a tour needs at least two people.
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See over 5,000 sea creatures in Plymouth, from local sharks and rays to Caribbean reef fish and jellyfish.
The National Marine Aquarium sits in Sutton Harbour, near the Barbican in Plymouth. It is run by the Ocean Conservation Trust, a charity, and is split into four zones: Plymouth Sound, Eddystone Reef, Atlantic Ocean and Blue Planet. You'll see local sharks, rays and octopus, a jellyfish exhibit, and a huge Atlantic tank holding around 1,000 Caribbean fish, with lemon and sand tiger sharks.
Tip: Pre-book your tickets online, as entry can't be guaranteed without a booking, especially at weekends and in school holidays.
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A well-preserved Norman motte-and-bailey castle with sweeping views over Totnes, the River Dart and Dartmoor.
Totnes Castle is one of the best preserved Norman motte-and-bailey castles in England, standing at the highest point of the hilltop town of Totnes in Devon. It was raised soon after the Conquest, and the stone shell-keep that crowns the mound dates from around the 14th century. It is now cared for by English Heritage.
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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36 reviews from guests who stayed at Waterside Holiday Park
Lovely caravan. All was very clean and very comfy beds. Sufficient kitchen equipment. Would book again.
The caravan was clean, nice touches with extras such as ice cube bags, complimentary cleaning kit, fully stocked utensils and crockery and good quality pots and pans, kitchen appliances were very good, furniture and fixtures were all very nice, loved having a smart TV and internet access.
Accommodation:The caravan was very compact, much smaller than anticipated for a Plus model. The sofa bed was nearly unusablevery thin mattress and not even the size of a proper double. The single beds were also smaller than standard, which made sleeping quite uncomfortable for everyone.
Had a great week at the site with family, caravans were new & spotlessly clean. Location was great for us, and there are stunning views over the coast. Facilities are great, with a lovely indoor heated pool. Will definitely return.
Spacious, comfy caravan that really hits the spot for us.
We had a lovely stay here, perfect for a relaxed getaway rather than the hustle of Haven-style entertainment. The parks quite nice, ideal if you want a peaceful base for exploring the surrounding area. We really enjoyed it and already booked again for August 2024. Definitely a spot for a chill holiday!
Very comfortable stay
We had a lovely stay at Waterside and honestly, we left feeling really pleased. The whole site was spotless and well looked after, which made a big difference. Our caravan was comfy and had an amazing view of the sea and the steam train passing by - such a nice touch. The staff were genuinely friendly and helpful and we appreciated the courtesy call from reception shortly after arriving to see if everything was okay. We didnt really take advantage of the facilities, but they all looked clean and inviting. The place was pretty quiet in the evenings, which suited us perfectly - if youre into bingo or just a peaceful night, its ideal!
Great experience, highly recommend.
Really pleased with the upgrade deal
We had a really comfortable stay! The beds, including the pull-out in the lounge, were super cosy and everyone slept well. The kitchen was well-equipped, which made cooking easy. We skipped the evening entertainment because of COVID, but the one meal we had at Smugglers Cove was lovely. Only suggestion is adding recycling facilities. Wed definitely return!
Great place, loved the vibe, definitely coming back soon!
We had a really comfy stay in the caravan, the beds were perfect for a good night's sleep, including the pull-out in the lounge. Kitchen gear was all there and worked well. We skipped the evening entertainment due to COVID, but the meal at Smugglers Cove was lovely. Only thing missing for us was recycling options. Wed definitely return again, it was a great trip!
Really pleased with the upgrade!
Really enjoyed it despite the setbacks.
Great break, definitely planning to visit again soon!
We had a lovely stay here, perfect if you're after a quiet, laid-back holiday. The park itself is really nice, though dont expect loads of Haven-style entertainment. Its more about relaxing and exploring the local area. We enjoyed it so much, weve already booked to come back in August 2024!
We had a really lovely stay at Waterside. The site was spotless and well maintained and our caravan had a gorgeous view of the sea and the steam train passing by. The staff were genuinely friendly and went out of their way to help; we even got a call from reception within an hour of arriving to check everything was okay, which was a nice touch. We didn't make much use of the facilities, but everything looked clean and inviting. The place was quite peaceful at night, with not much evening entertainment, but honestly, that suited us just fine-perfect for a quiet, relaxing break with plenty of bingo and downtime. Would definitely recommend!
Great spot, very good value. We'd happily come back anytime!
We had a lovely stay. The caravan was spotless and really comfy. The bus rides to Paignton, Brixham and Torquay were fantastic - so easy and convenient. The relaxing vibe, especially with the steam train passing by, made it even better!
The site is pretty cosy and chill, but honestly, better beach access would have made it perfect. Still, its a great spot to explore places like Paignton, Brixham and Torquay! Great for a base.
Really enjoyed the stay, the staff were friendly and the location couldn't be better. Thanks!
We really enjoyed the views here, especially watching the steam train go past the caravan - kids absolutely loved it! The caravan was reasonably priced and the staff were super helpful whenever we needed anything.
Absolutely loved our stay! The park caters to all ages and well definitely be coming back soon. Highly recommend!
Really enjoyed our experience and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to others.
Comfortable stay, lovely surroundings.
We were after a budget-friendly weekend with the dog over the bank holiday and came across Waterside. Honestly, I was a bit worried given some reviews, but we werent expecting luxury anyway. The location was brilliant, with gorgeous coastal walks in both directions. Just a few minutes walk to a quaint village with shops and takeaways. The staff were super friendly and helpful and the doggie welcome packs were a really nice touch. Our caravan was clean and decent enough - not br and new, but we knew that going in. It served as a great base for exploring the area and relaxing. We didnt bother with the pool or club, but they looked fine. All in all, a lovely little break and Id definitely come back!
Great overall experience
Very happy with our little getaway
Really happy with the caravan, it was spacious and kept spotless! Great!
A fantastic holiday.
Lovely clean and tidy, reception staff very welcoming and phone call follow ups are a great touch.
The on-site chef served burnt pizza but sent out another free of charge also much appreciated. Will definitely be back to stay again.
Our holiday at Waterside was absolutely amazing! We had one of the new caravans and it was so gorgeous and cozy! We also had the view of the great western outside our caravan. 100% recommend this for a holiday!
Lovely surroundings, quiet but close enough to public transport to go Brixham or paignton way. My grandson loved watching the steam trains go by . Staff were all very welcoming and helpful x will definitely be back
A lovely site with good facilities. Good location, with easy access to the Coastal Path.
Also easy access to local areas by good, local, bus service.
Amazing location. Nice caravan with everything that we needed. Staff were helpful when there was a problem with the internet. Only issue was about ordering food from the restaurant - the ordering site wasn’t working.
