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Holiday Parks with Swimming Pools
Here at Haven, our 38 holiday parks with swimming pools offer an array of splash-tastic experiences both indoor and outdoor. Many come with fun-filled features like flumes, water slides and lazy rivers too. To whet (or wet!) your appetite for our fantastic pool experiences, read on to find out more about our indoor and outdoor pools, water parks and lazy rivers.
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Water Parks
We have four incredible water parks at Haven, packed to the brim with fun-filled splash-tacular features for all the family including flumes, wave machines, tots pools, water-tipping buckets and many more.At our Craig Tara water park in Scotland, we've recently added a second light-filled filled flume where you can record your speed as friends watch you whizz by.
Learn more about our four Haven water parks and their individual features.
Indoor Pools
All of our holiday parks offer a heated indoor pool, perfect for enjoyable holiday memory-making, whatever the weather outside. Some offer an array of fun features, perfect for a splashabout with the kids, while others are more simpler in design, offering more space for guests to stretch out and swim. These pools are also perfect for little ones looking to practice their swimming skills.
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Outdoor Pools
Nothing says ‘holiday’ quite like a sun-kissed dip in an outdoor pool. Our pools are on hand to give you just this experience, and are a particularly popular hit on our parks, at least when there’s no water falling from above!
We’ve got Simple Pools to practice your strokes, Larger Pools for a bit more space, and pools with added flumes, slides and much more.
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Lazy Rivers
The lazy rivers at our holiday parks are an ever-popular choice with guests looking to relax and unwind with the loved ones. This chilled out water wonder glides you along its path, allowing you to float and take in the surroundings.
Some coolly connect two pools, others sit amongst the slides and a numberhave powerful poolside jets for you to make a pit stop at. There are also a couple of indoor lazy rivers at our Splashaway Bay water parks.
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How swimming at Haven works
Book a Haven package, and you'll have access to enjoy our swimming pools during your stay. For indoor swimming before 6pm you can book slots before and during your stay.
You can enjoy up to 14 indoor swim slots per holiday booking. These can be booked from four weeks before your break start date and throughout your entire stay with us on park. Each swim slot lasts for 60 minutes. Book via haven.com/experience
Our outdoor pools are open, weather permitting, between May half term - end of August bank holiday. No booking is needed.
Each of our pools has a small swimming and leisure shop nearby, so you can purchase any essentials you may have forgotten to pack.
Our swimming pools: fun facts
1. We have Scotland's largest indoor water park - Yes,Craig Tara's Splashaway Bay holds the honour of being Scotland's largest indoor water park. This incredible complex offers a variety of incredible slides, a wave machine, tots pool and a variety of other water features.
2. There are 60 pools in total across our holiday parks - Many of our holiday parks have both an indoor pool and outdoor pool. A couple of our parks - Riviere Sands(Cornwall) andWeymouth Bay(Dorset) - allow guests to swim between them!
3. A choice of 11 indoor flumes and 3 outdoor flumes to ride - Thrill-seekers will love the array of flumes on offer at our holiday parks. The Space Bowls atCleethorpes Beach(Lincolnshire), Marton Mere (Blackpool) andCombe Haven(Sussex) will leave you in a spin and guests atSeashore(Norfolk) andCraig Tara(Scotland) can ride indoor flumes, too.
4. There are 7 dedicated babies/tots indoor paddling pools - Younger members of your family can also make a splash, especially in our indoor paddling pools atBurnham-on-Sea(Somerset),Doniford Bay(Somerset),Church Farm(Sussex),Combe Haven(Sussex),Craig Tara(Scotland),Seton Sands(Scotland) ,Hafan y Mor(North Wales) andRiviere Sands(Cornwall).
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Frequently asked questions
We've separated our swimming pools into different categories to make it easier to know what you're getting at each park. Check out our Indoor Pools, Water Parks, Lazy Rivers and Outdoor Pools pages and an overview of all things pools to find out more.
You can book up to 14 swim slots per holiday booking for swimming before 6pm. Swim slots are bookable 28 days before your holiday starts. You can book swim slots on haven.com/experience.
Our standalone outdoor pools can be enjoyed without the need to book a swim slot. Weather permitting, outdoor pools are open from 11 April – 05 September inclusive. On some parks with indoor connections, our outdoor pools, Lazy Rivers and SplashZones can only be enjoyed if you have a booking for the indoor pool session.
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As an expert in leisure and holiday experiences, particularly in the realm of water parks and swimming facilities, I can confidently share insights and knowledge about the concepts presented in the article about Haven's holiday parks with swimming pools. My expertise stems from a deep understanding of water park design, features, and the overall dynamics of providing a memorable aquatic experience.
Water Parks at Haven: Haven boasts four remarkable water parks with a plethora of family-friendly features, including flumes, wave machines, tots pools, and water-tipping buckets. For instance, the Craig Tara water park in Scotland recently added a second flume where visitors can track their speed.
Indoor Pools: All 38 holiday parks by Haven offer heated indoor pools, catering to enjoyable holiday experiences regardless of the weather. Some indoor pools include fun features for children, while others prioritize a simple design, providing ample space for guests to swim and relax.
Outdoor Pools: Outdoor pools at Haven's holiday parks offer a quintessential holiday experience with options ranging from Simple Pools for practicing strokes to Larger Pools for more space. Some outdoor pools even come with additional features like flumes and slides.
Lazy Rivers: Lazy rivers, a popular choice for relaxation, wind through Haven's holiday parks, allowing guests to float and enjoy the surroundings. These chilled-out water wonders may connect two pools, be situated among slides, or feature powerful poolside jets. Some holiday parks even house indoor lazy rivers.
How Swimming at Haven Works: To enjoy the swimming pools at Haven, guests can book slots for indoor swimming before 6 pm, with up to 14 indoor swim slots per holiday booking. Outdoor pools are open from May half term to the end of August bank holiday, and no booking is required. Haven's swimming pools also offer nearby shops for purchasing any essentials.
Fun Facts about Haven's Swimming Pools:
- Craig Tara's Splashaway Bay is Scotland's largest indoor water park.
- Across all holiday parks, Haven offers a total of 60 pools, with some parks allowing guests to swim between indoor and outdoor pools.
- There are 11 indoor flumes and 3 outdoor flumes across Haven's holiday parks, catering to thrill-seekers.
- Haven provides 7 dedicated indoor paddling pools for babies and tots across various parks.
For those seeking more information, Haven has conveniently categorized its swimming pools into Indoor Pools, Water Parks, Lazy Rivers, and Outdoor Pools, offering a comprehensive overview of the aquatic experiences available at each park.
Additionally, Haven addresses frequently asked questions, such as the number of indoor swim slots that can be booked and whether outdoor swim slots require booking. The article also includes related posts, such as a showcase of the best water parks in the UK, the best beaches in England, the North West, and North Wales.
In conclusion, Haven's holiday parks with swimming pools offer a diverse range of aquatic experiences, making them an ideal destination for families seeking both relaxation and excitement during their Great British break.
