Discover the best holiday caravan parks in England that is close to the beach.

With static caravans, mobile homes, holiday lodges and chalets to choose from you are sure to find the perfect caravan and camping holiday.

Find a selection of England caravan parks that is close to the beach suitable for active holidays, sunbathing on the beach or exploring the villages, towns and countryside of England.

Cresswell Silver 2 Sleeps 4 at Cresswell Towers, Morpeth

Caravan parks in Northumberland, North East England

Superior caravan with one double and one twin. No pets.

Enjoying a peaceful woodland setting just 200m from the golden sandy beaches and huge dunes of Druridge Bay Cresswell Towers offers you a superb base for a relaxing family holiday on the Northumbrian coast. The indoor heated pool provides the ideal place to unwind while children enjoy their own outdoor play area sports court and all the fun of their own club. The Tower Tavern makes a superb evening venue for either a quiet drink or enjoying competitions and live cabaret.

Woodland walks sea fishing and 18 hole golf at nearby Longhurst are all available close at hand. A little further afield are the unmissable Farne Islands and Holy Island and superb shopping at Newcastle whilst Alnwick Castle and Gardens the majestic setting for the Harry Potter films is within easy reach.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Seaview Gold Plus 3 at Whitstable Seaview, Whitstable

Caravan parks in Kent, South East England

Superior 12ft-wide caravan with one double and two twin.

Seaview Holiday Park is ideally located on the heritage coast of Kent overlooking the Thames Estruary and only a few miles away from Herne Bay and Whitstable. The park is perfectly positioned right on the seashore offering direct access to miles of stunning coastal paths. The well landscaped grounds provide the ideal environment to relax in.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Bideford Silver 2 Caravan at Bideford Bay, Bideford

Caravan parks in Devon, South West England

Superior caravan with one double and one twin. No pets.

Beautifully situated on a wooded hillside affording superb views out to sea Bideford Bay centres around the old Manor House at its heart and makes a perfect base for exploring this wonderful corner of Devon.

There's something for everyone on the park from indoor and outdoor swimming pools crazy golf to the challenge of a mini assault course. Children will love the fun activities provided by their own club while teenagers have the chance to learn new skills and meet new friends.

In the evening the Manor House Showbar entertains the whole family with cabaret dancing and exciting shows.

A wealth of visitor attractions await in the surrounding area with the picturesque fishing village of Clovelly nearby dramatic Hartland Point and famous Westward Ho! a little further along the coast.

Theme parks gardens museums and a host of walking and riding opportunities are all within easy reach.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Camber Silver 3W at Camber Sands, Camber Sands

Caravan parks in East Sussex, South East England

Superior 12ft-wide caravan with one double and two twin. No pets.

A fun filled holiday with something to suit everyone awaits you at Camber Sands! Set opposite 7 miles of award winning sandy beach this truly lively park offers great facilities and sparkling family entertainment to keep you amused throughout the day and late into the night.

The whole family will enjoy the heated pools and the all weather sports court. Children will love their own adventure playground not to mention the fun and games of their own action packed club.

Once the sun goes down Camber is the place to be with an array of family entertainment – dancing discos and glittering shows.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Portsmouth at The Bay, Filey

Caravan parks in Yorkshire Moors and Coast, North East England

New in 2008. Two storey cottage. Ground floor: Open plan lounge/diner. Kitchen with french doors leading onto patio. WC. First Floor: One double with Juliette balcony and one with bunk beds. Bath with overhead shower.

This prestigious development of holiday cottages and apartments offers the ideal getaway for short breaks and holidays at any time of the year. Set within 150 acres of landscaped parkland this exciting holiday resort has nearly 600 metres of frontage onto a safe and sandy beach. Regarded as one of the UK's most vibrant and impressive premier coastal holiday villages on the East coast. The Bay hosts a public house which opens daily and offers a warm welcome and good quality food.

The heart of the Victorian resort of Filey is just 3 miles away with shops restaurants and award winning gardens and museum the friendly atmosphere and traditional seaside charm has made it a holiday favourite for many years. The larger vibrant resort of Scarborough 'Britain's first seaside resort' is only a short drive up the coastline. The Bay affords guests easy access for visiting the countless attractions the area has to offer and is a great base for exploring the breathtaking Yorkshire coastline North Yorkshire Moors and the historic city of York just 40 miles away.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Lidden Lodge at Leycroft Valley, Perranporth

Caravan parks in Cornwall, South West England

New in 2011. Luxurious state of art lodge with one master double with flat screen TV and ensuite power shower. Open plan lounge/diner and kitchen. Washing machine and tumble dryer in separate utility room. 42" Plasma TV Selected satellite channels Blu Ray player and PS3. Timber decked terrace with patio furniture and private outdoor hot tub with glass roof over. No pets. Sat start.

Leycroft Valley are part of our Autograph Lodge Holiday collection nestling deep in an idyllic 7-acre wooded valley between the traditional Cornish villages of Perranporth and St Agnes. The ultimate getaway for exploring the unique rugged beauty of the North Cornish coast.
This superb selection of woodland lodges and cabins comes with luxury as standard – perfect for indulging in a romantic retreat soaking in your own private hot tub or as a secluded and peaceful home-from-home for enjoying the wonderful Cornish countryside.
Beautiful walks and coastal paths abound in the glorious surrounding area with both coast and inland boasting a wealth of picturesque villages outdoor pursuits and tourist attractions. Cornwall’s famous miles of golden sandy beaches are at your fingertips for excellent surfing swimming watersports and boating while horse and pony riding fishing a cluster of gorgeous gardens a cider farm and a vineyard are all within easy reach.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Devon Cliffs Standard 2 (Sat) at Devon Cliffs, Exmouth

Caravan parks in Devon, South West England

Caravan with one double and one twin.

Enjoying a spectacular hillside setting sweeping down to Sandy Bay with direct access to the sandy beach Devon Cliffs boasts wonderful views fantastic facilities and something to suit everyone. Superb activities are on hand for children of all ages and once the sun goes down the pace hots up with an array of fabulous entertainment the whole family will enjoy – everything you need for an unforgettable fun filled holiday. Conveniently situated for exploring the Devon coastline Exmouth is nearby and Exeter is within easy reach. The Woodlands Leisure Park at nearby Dartmouth is the UK’s biggest indoor adventure centre while Crealy Adventure Park with its rollercoasters go karts and bumper boats.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Thorness Bronze 2 WF at Thorness Bay, Cowes

Caravan parks in Isle of Wight, South East England

Caravan with one double and one single. Suitable for parties including partially disabled visitors-please check when booking.

Enjoying a rural setting amidst woodland sloping gently down to the sea Thorness Bay offers you a superb base for a family seaside holiday on the delightful Isle of Wight.

There's something to suit everyone in the family on the park from splashing around in the indoor swimming pool to the array of sporting activities at hand. Children will love the fun and games provided by their own club.

At the end of the day savour a delicious meal before taking in the fabulous entertainment of the Regatta View Showbar. Alternatively you could simply sit back with a quiet drink in the Boathouse bar and restaurant relax and watch the boats go by on the Solent.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Porthtowan at Holywell Bay, Holywell Bay

Caravan parks in Cornwall, South West England

Brand new for 2011. Caravan with one double and one twin. Shower. DVD. Heating in bedrooms and heated towel rail in shower room. No pets. All non smoking.

Set in the stunning Ellenglaze valley surrounded by National Trust land just a short walk from the magnificent sandy beach of Holywell Bay and its famous Gull Rocks this beautifully situated park is only 7 miles from Newquay.

Among the fantastic facilities on offer are an outdoor heated swimming pool with a 300ft waterslide and toddlers' pool a playground and an entertainment venue. Children will love all the fun and games of their own clubs including treasure hunts competitions and stories. Once the sun goes down there's family entertainment on offer in the Surfrider Club or you can simply sit back relax and enjoy a quiet drink in the bar.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Ashcroft Gold 3 at Ashcroft Coast, Minster-on-Sea

Caravan parks in Kent, South East England

Superior 12ft-wide caravan with one double and two twin. Heating throughout. Shower. No pets.

Overlooking the mighty River Thames as it reaches the sea Ashcroft Coast is ideally situated for exploring the many scenic and historic attractions of Kent. You could even visit France for a day!

There is a host of outdoor sports and all the games and activities on hand for children. Once the day is over relax with a drink or a takeaway before taking in the great entertainment at the Waterside Tavern.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Landguard Bronze 2 WF at Landguard Holiday Park, Shanklin

Caravan parks in Isle of Wight, South East England

Caravan with one double and one twin. Suitable for parties including partially disabled visitors please check when booking.

Landguard is a beautifully kept holiday park boasting the David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation. There are spacious indoor and outdoor swimming pools and a licensed club with entertainment where your children are welcome with you all evening.

Shanklin a bustling Victorian town with good shopping and fine beaches is just half a mile away. Ventnor with its beautiful gardens and museum or Alum Bay with its fascinating coloured sands are both close by.

Due to car parking arrangements Landguard may not be suitable for wheelchair users or persons with mobility difficulties.

Stay at Landguard Holiday Park and enjoy the facilities at Lower Hyde 1 mile away (see details on page 170)

Landguard has a modern playground just for the under 12s special planned pool areas for paddling and splashing and children's entertainment in the club. For older children there is another play area whilst the swimming pools can be enjoyed by everyone.

Together with the superb range of facilities on the park you also enjoy use of the facilities at Lower Hyde including an indoor pool outdoor pool with flume and family entertainment.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Cayton Platinum 3 at Cayton Bay, Cayton Bay

Caravan parks in East Yorkshire, North East England

Top of the range 12ft-wide caravan with one double and two twin. Double glazed and centrally heated. Flat screen TV with freeview and DVD. Fridge/freezer. No pets.

Set in glorious countryside close to the seaside town of Scarborough Cayton Bay boasts the best North Yorkshire has to offer. The perfect setting for a memorable family holiday there's something for everyone at this lively park. The beach is nearby the indoor waterworld offers hours of splashing fun with fountains flume and a slide while an all weather sports court means fun and games for all the family. Children are well catered for with their own club providing a range of activities for 5–11s. The Boathouse Restaurant serving delicious meals makes an ideal start to the evening before enjoying the dancing competitions shows and visiting cabaret at the refurbished Oasis showbar.

Cayton Bay is a superb base for exploring the many sandy beaches and historic attractions of this beautiful area. Scarborough Filey and the famous cliffs at Flamborough Head are all within an easy drive.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Coral at West Bay, Bridport

Caravan parks in Dorset, South West England

12ft-wide caravan with one double one twin and one single. Double glazed and centrally heated. DVD and radio. No pets.

Enjoying a delightful setting next to the marina in the heart of a pretty harbour village this family park is just 2 minutes walk from a beautiful beach on Dorset's stunning west coast.

An array of facilities including an indoor swimming pool with flume and toddlers' pool and kids' clubs from tots to teens ensures something to suit everyone. The park's terrace overlooking the picturesque harbour offers a superb place to relax and unwind and once evening falls you can enjoy great family entertainment in the Riverside Club.

The West Dorset coastline is famed for its stunning beaches and abundance of dinosaur fossils and footprints. Marked walking and cycling paths abound together with opportunities for golf boat trips fishing and horse riding.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Seawick Silver 2 at Seawick St Osyth, St. Osyth

Caravan parks in Essex, East England

Quality caravan with one double and one twin. No pets.

Seawick St Osyth offers a special atmosphere and everything a family holiday should be sun fun and so much to do you'll be spoilt for choice!

There's an excellent range of facilities at Seawick St Osyth together with an entertainment programme that includes sports competitions dancing and cabaret children get to join the entertainment team for children's fun time with games competitions sports and dancing.

You are ideally located for exploring the lovely rolling Essex countryside and gentle coastline; St Osyth's beach is only 5 minutes' walk away. August brings the carnival and air show to town and ancient Colchester with its castle museums and award-winning zoo is an easy drive.

The park consists of two areas Seawick Holiday Park and St Osyth Beach Holiday Park. Visitors have the use of facilities at both parks its just a 15 minute walk along a country road between the two.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Breydon Gold 3 at Breydon Water, Great Yarmouth

Caravan parks in Norfolk, East England

Top of the range 12ft-wide caravan with one double and two twin. Heating throughout.

A superb centre from which you can enjoy the delights of Broadland within ½ mile the attractions of Great Yarmouth (4 miles) or within easy reach Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park and Somerleyton Hall.

Breydon Water consists of Bure village and Yare village and visitors have use of the facilities at both just a short walk apart down a country lane.

There are opportunities for fishing (opposite the park) boating tennis golf riding cycling and walking all available in the area. Further afield medieval Norwich offers you excellent shopping.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152