Site Description

Overlooking the mighty River Thames as it reaches the sea, Ashcroft Coast is well placed to explore the scenic and historical attractions of Kent. You can even take a day trip to France to enjoy a fine meal and shopping. Take a dip in the new indoor pool, new in 2003, it has been a great hit with all the family. Or take it easy in the Waterside Tavern, with a full programme of entertainment at Bank Holidays and peak weeks. A more relaxing programme is available at other times.

Sports & Water Resorts Programme, Adventure Playground, Amusements, Children's Club, Takeaway Food Bar, Waterside Tavern with entertainment.

Local Attractions

The Canterbury Tales, Canterbury Cathedral, Rochester Castle, Chatham Naval Dockyard, Howletts Wild Animal Park, Whitestable, Ramsgate and Margate, Sissinghurst, Bodiam Castle, Scotney Castle, Ightham Mote.

Site Description

...a breath of fresh air! St. Margaret's is an exclusive five star park perched high on the white cliffs and close to the bustling port of Dover. There are spectacular views over the English Channel towards the hazy distant shores of France and the gentle rolling countryside is typical of rural Kent. The park itself has well manicured lawns and houses a superb leisure complex with indoor pools, gymnasium, reflexology and massage clinic, sauna and spa pool .
Large indoor heated pool, smaller relaxtion pool, fully equipped gymnasium ( over 16's only), Fusion - Alternative therapy clinic (reflexology and massage), luxurious spa pool, sauna and solarium. Celebrations Restaurant for homemade food, relaxing bistro bar for snacks and light meals, hairdressing service (by appointment only), on site florist, outdoor play area
Horseriding on the North Downs, four 18 hole quality golf courses including the famous Royal St George's at Sandwich, superb walking on the famous White Cliffs, sea angling from Dover & Deal piers, ferry and Seacat crossings to France, St Margaret's Bay (pebble beach), De Bradlei Wharf Designer Outlet Village (Dover), watersports (water skiing, wind surfing, canoeing and scuba diving), Dover Castle, Deal Castle, Walmer Castle

Local Attractions

We recommend; Dover Castle - an imposing castle set above the town and port with secret wartime cliff tunnels Groombridge Place Gardens and Enchanted Forest (near Royal Tunbridge Wells) De Bradelei Wharf shopping experience A day trip to France for shopping and excellent cuisine Canterbury Tales (Canterbury) - breathtaking reconstruction of the 14th century world of Chaucer's famous pilgrims Howletts Wild Animal Park - the largest group of gorillas in captivity in the world Historic Canterbury with its magnificent Cathedral, charming cobbled street and riverside walks - a must! Walmer, Deal and Leeds Castles.

Directions

From London, take the A2 and M2 to Dover. Turn left on to the A258 and follow signs for St. Margaret’s at Cliffe. Turn right on to Reach Road. The Holiday Park is on the right.

Site Description

Romney Sands sits opposite one of Kent’s finest sandy beaches. The area is surrounded by the mysterious Romney Marshes, past haunt of smugglers. The Park has its very own station on the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Miniature Railway, so take a trip along the coast and admire the views! Enjoy a game of tennis, join the action on the Sports court, or take a dip in the indoor pool. The choice is yours. Kids will be happy in Sparky’s Krew Club with Parachute games, clown academy, quizzes, games and competitions. And at night, everyone heads for Celebrities Club for a fabulous line up of dancing, shows and visiting cabarets - a great night out for all the family!

Local Attractions

South of England Rare Breeds Centre. Not only rare breeds, but also big red tractor rides, pig racing, woodland adventure, play barn plus beautiful woodland walks. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway was built for a millionaire racing driver in the 1920s and is the smallest public steam railway in the world. Old Dungeness Lighthouse. At the end of the railway, the lighthouse gives panoramic views – on a clear day you can see France, but you have to climb 169 steps first! Dungeness RSPB reserve. Situated on a unique shingle bank, this is an important breeding ground for gulls and terns. McArthur Glen retail centre for a wide range of designer shopping at affordable prices. Ashford. Take the Eurostar for a daytrip to Paris, Lille or Brussels. Biddenden Vineyard and Cider Works. Pick up some local wine and learn how cider is made at Kent’s oldest commercial vineyard. Port Lympne Wild Animal Park. Set in 90 acres of beautiful parkland, you can see lowland gorillas in the Palace of the Apes, rare Black Rhino, Red Pandas, Lions, Tigers and many more animals. Folkstone Racecourse is the only racecourse in Kent and offers both Flat and National Hunt racing. Established in 1898 it was also the site of Queen Elizabeth I’s headquarters for her Kent army.

Directions

From London, take the M20 to Ashford. Exit at junction 10 and follow the signs to Brenzett (A2070). Follow the signs to New Romney, taking the first right past the Shell garage to the sea front. Turn right along the coast road. The Holiday Park is located next door to our own Tavern family pub.