A caravan holiday is the best value family holiday format in the UK — full stop. When you factor in accommodation costs, a week in a static caravan on a Yorkshire park typically costs less than two nights in a Premier Inn.
But most families underestimate how many brilliant days out they can pack into a caravan week when they have the right pass.
The caravan holiday day-out pattern
A typical family spends 3-4 days "on site" and 2-3 days exploring nearby attractions. Those 2-3 attraction days are where the money gets spent — and where the Family Adventure Pass earns its keep.
Lincolnshire Coast (Skegness, Mablethorpe, Chapel St Leonards)
The East Midlands' caravan heartland. Fantasy Island Skegness is the jewel — the Odyssey coaster, market stalls, proper British funfair atmosphere. With a pass: save around 40% on wristbands.
Also nearby: Natureland Seal Sanctuary (free with pass), Gibraltar Point nature reserve (free), Butlins Skegness (day visitor passes available).
North Yorkshire (Scarborough, Whitby, Filey)
Flamingo Land is the undisputed star, but don't overlook: Scarborough Sealife, Peasholm Park (free naval warfare shows!), Whitby Abbey (English Heritage — free with membership), and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway.
South Wales Coast (Barry Island, Porthcawl, Aberystwyth)
Barry Island Pleasure Park is a cultural institution — the Gavin & Stacey connection just adds to the charm. Oakwood Theme Park in Pembrokeshire is brilliant for older kids.
Devon and Cornwall
Crealy Adventure Park covers you for Devon. In Cornwall: Flambards (Helston), Paradise Park (Hayle), and the Eden Project for something genuinely educational.
Tips for attraction days on a caravan holiday
- Always book online from your caravan — same-day prices are higher - Bring packed lunches everywhere — park food is the biggest budget-killer - If visiting a fairground like Fantasy Island, bring cash for the best deals - Check attraction websites for family bundle deals before using your pass
The Family Adventure Pass was literally built for the caravan holiday crowd. A week at a Lincolnshire park with two big attraction days saves you around £80-100 compared to gate prices.
Sarah Williams
Dad of 2. Visited 200+ UK attractions. Writes about finding the best value family days out across the UK for Family Adventure Pass.