Enjoy your next family holiday in Weston-super-Mare
If you’re searching for the perfect destination for your next family holiday, then look no further! The seaside town of Weston-super-Mare in Somerset has everything that you need for the perfect family holiday!
But don't just take our word for it! Read on to find out more about those all-important amenities that Weston-super-Mare has to offer;
Quality Accommodation
Amazing Activities
With fantastic attractions like
The Grand Pier,
Wookey Hole,
Cheddar Gorge and Caves and
Puxton Park right on our door-step, there’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained on your next visit to Weston-super-Mare.
Book your holiday at Riverside Holiday Village and you’ll find plenty to keep everyone busy without even leaving the park. Younger visitors can enjoy hours of fun on two adventure play areas, splashing around in our indoor heated pool or testing their gaming skills at our amusement arcade!
Whilst parents can relax and enjoy a well-earned drink at our recently refurbished clubhouse with beer garden and sports bar, or indulge in a few hours of fishing on our purpose-built
fishing lake.
Fantastic Food
With an ever-growing number of places to eat and drink in Weston-super-Mare, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Whether you’re looking forward to fish and chips by the sea or something a bit less traditional, there are plenty of bars and restaurants to enjoy.
The Kingfisher Club at Riverside Holiday Village offers a modern, comfortable space for visitors of all ages to enjoy a freshly prepared meal. Our talented chefs pride themselves on producing high quality traditional pub food with some fantastic special offers!
Sand, Sea and Scenery
With a 2-mile-long sandy beach and surrounding hills and countryside, Weston-super-Mare has some stunning scenery to explore.
Brean Down, Sand Bay and Uphill provide some fabulous coastal walks, with panoramic views of the Bristol Channel. And if you’re willing to venture slightly further afield, the Somerset Levels and Mendip Hills (both Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty) are less than 10 miles away.
Situated at the foot of the Mendip Hills, Riverside Holiday Village is just a few minutes’ drive from Weston-super-Mare. The River Axe flows through the rear of the park, attracting a variety of local wildlife including ducks, Canadian geese and a beautiful family of swans - if you’re really lucky, you may even see a kingfisher or two!
A Lively Nightlife
Weston-super-Mare has a thriving music scene, with plenty of places to see some superb live acts.
The Playhouse Theatre and Blakehay Theatre host a huge variety of dramas, musicals and comedies, as well as productions by local groups.
From weekly Bingo Nights and Quizzes to live performances from the best local entertainers, The Kingfisher Club at Riverside Holiday Village provides plenty of opportunities for our visitors to let their hair down and enjoy themselves.
Great Shopping
Away from the main Highstreet, Weston-super-Mare boasts plenty of interesting independent shopping outlets.
Take a stroll through Orchard Meadows or Grove Village and you will find an eclectic selection of unique shops, cafes and entertainment venues. And if you’re looking for that perfect souvenir to take home, you’ll find plenty of options amongst the seafront shops.
History and Heritage
The county of Somerset has a rich history and Weston-super-Mare is no exception. Visitors seeking to find out more about the town will love
Weston Museum, which has free admission.
And there are plenty of other interesting places to discover. Venture into Weston Woods and you’ll find the remains of an Iron Age Hill Fort. The Old Town Quarry, now a nature reserve, supplied rocks for many of the Victorian houses in Weston-super-Mare. Brean Down has inspired numerous historical discoveries including the remains of a Roman Temple and a Napoleonic Fort. And Flat Holm Island has a varied and colourful past!
By Kim Boyd
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December 9, 2024
We are delighted to share that Riverside Holiday Village has been named the Holiday Park of the Year at this year's Bristol, Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards held at Batch Country House at Lympsham in Somerset. This award recognises holiday parks, sites and villages that provide exceptional guest experiences across static vans, touring pitches and more with a wide range of facilities and entertainment. Marketing Executive, Kim Boyd, was also named Unsung Hero . The Unsung Hero Award recognises an individual working for a tourism business who excels in their role and deserves to be applauded for their work and commitment to the industry. Awards Director Nell Barrington said “For many it has been a really challenging year but tonight was all about celebration and recognising those businesses who go above and beyond every day to ensure every visitor has a fantastic, truly memorable experience. It is great that they get recognition for all their efforts and my sincere congratulations go to them for everything they do to put Bristol, Bath, Somerset and beyond on the map.” Giles Adams from VisitSomerset continued “I am delighted that the core ethos and hard work of Somerset tourism businesses is continuously recognised. Our county is all about authenticity and giving value for money. The awards help to ensure that our consumers understand and value what we all represent by recognising and rewarding our quality offer.” Kathryn Davis from VisitWest told us “We are thrilled that so many of our businesses have been rewarded for all their incredible achievements this year with their success at the awards and look forward to seeing some of our winners hopefully progress into the national Visit England for Excellence finals next year. We have so many iconic destinations and world class experiences in the region, it is important to remember to celebrate this, and that tourism doesn’t just happen. It is thanks to the investment, creativity and hard work of these businesses that make our visitor economy so valuable, worth more than £2.5bn just to the West of England. While this sector is largely made up of many small businesses, together they are incredibly powerful and thoroughly deserve the recognition received this evening.” We would like to thank our visitors, supporters and all of our fantastic team for your support.
By Kim Boyd
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December 2, 2024
We are ecstatic to share that West Country Parks have been named the Hospitality and Tourism Business of the Year at the prestigious Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards 2024. This award is intended to recognise the Hospitality & Tourism business that is the most successful in Sedgemoor, detailing what makes them stand out from other businesses and how they attract customers to the area. We were also named as finalists for the Sustainable Business Award in recognition of our efforts to reduce our businesses carbon footprint. Speaking about the awards, Roger Smith, General Manager at the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce, said; 'This year, we’ve received a record-breaking number of high-quality entries, leading to 67 incredible finalists. This outstanding response highlights the immense talent, creativity, and innovation within our local business community'. Commenting after the awards dinner which was held at The Canalside in Bridgwater, David Tattersall, Group Manager at West Country Parks, commented; 'We are thrilled to have been nominated for two awards and it's fantastic to have won one! Our business has progressed a great deal over the last few years, and it's great to have had all of our hard work recognised.' We would like to thank our visitors, supporters and all of our fantastic team for your support.
By Kim Boyd
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November 28, 2024
We are thrilled to share that our family orientated holiday park, Riverside Holiday Village, was crowned winner of the Customer Choice Food Award for Family Fun Destinations at the staycation specialist’s 18th annual Awards – a celebration of the holiday parks, lodge resorts and boating locations in the company’s UK portfolio that have achieved the highest scores in independent guest satisfaction surveys throughout the 2024 season. Commenting after the awards were announced during a ceremony at the Hilton Metropole, in Birmingham David Tattersall, Group Manager at Riverside Holiday Village said: “It’s fantastic to be recognised for the quality of our food and it’s a testament to everyone on the team who works so hard to make sure our guests have the best possible experience when they stay with us. We are very aware that they place an enormous amount of faith in us when they choose where to go on holiday, so it’s great to know we’re getting it right." Speaking after presenting the award in front of more than 600 operators, industry suppliers and members of the Hoseasons team, Gemma Brown, General Manager at Hoseasons, said: “The team at Riverside Holiday Village are shining examples of the dedication and commitment needed to delight our guests and encourage the kind of positive reviews we know others look for when deciding where to spend their staycation. We are grateful for their continuing partnership in this our 80th year and wish them all the best for another successful season in 2025.”
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