Family Holidays in Cleethorpes

What's on offer for families around Cleethorpes

There are 15 family stays published on BritStays in and around Cleethorpes. Caravan and holiday park breaks make up most of them: 6 are caravanning stays, 5 are holiday parks, 3 are hotels and 1 is a camping option. If you picture a family break here as a static caravan or lodge with a pool and an entertainment bar on site, the listings mostly back that up. Hotels and camping are also available if a park doesn't suit you.

Shared facilities are generous. Of the 15 stays, 10 have a restaurant, 9 have a bar and 7 have a swimming pool. Six have a playground, and the same number are near a bus stop. Eight list EV charging nearby, five list parking and five are pet friendly.

Choosing where to base yourself

Cleethorpes itself has the most choice, with 8 stays listed there and another under 'Cleethorpes, Central England'. Staying in town suits families who want plenty going on. Names like Cleethorpes Beach Holiday Park and Sandy Beaches Holiday Village tell you which ones aim for a seaside feel. Cleethorpes Beach Holiday Park sleeps 8 and is near a bus stop and a train station, so it's worth a look if you'd rather not rely on the car.

For something quieter, a handful of stays sit in smaller places. Willow Lakes Lodges in Ashby cum Fenby sleeps 6 and has a hot tub, restaurant and cafe. Noahs Retreat in Laceby sleeps 10, lists disabled access and has EV charging nearby, which makes it a practical pick for a larger or multi-generational group. Sunnydale at Saltfleet, near Mablethorpe, sleeps 8 and is near a bus stop.

A few listings are further afield but still turn up in this set. The Village in Hull has a pool, gym and bar. Withernsea Sands Holiday Park in Withernsea offers a pool, bar and restaurant.

What the example stays tell you

If on-site entertainment matters most, look at the holiday parks:

• Thorpe Park Holiday Park: swimming pool, evening entertainment and a bar.
• Cleethorpes Pearl Holiday Park (listed under Grimsby): swimming pool, hot tub and evening entertainment.
• Golden Sands Holiday Park Withernsea (listed under Cleethorpes): evening entertainment, bar and restaurant.
• Furze Farm Estate: swimming pool, hot tub and restaurant.
• Sandy Beaches Holiday Village: evening entertainment, a bar and a playground for younger children.

If you prefer a hotel, Kingstown Hotel in Cleethorpes has a bar, restaurant and children's entertainment. Blundell Park Hotel offers a bar, amusements and parking. Families on a tighter budget, or groups wanting a simpler outdoor stay, could consider Cherry Garth Scout Campsite, which lists a swimming pool, restaurant and toilets.

Many listings don't show a sleeping capacity, so check the details before you book if you're a larger party.

Travelling with a dog

Five of the 15 stays are marked pet friendly, but none of the example stays above lists it among their main facilities. Filter for pet-friendly options and confirm the house rules directly. Ask about how many dogs are allowed, any extra charges and whether dogs are allowed in caravans or lodges. That way you won't get a surprise on arrival.

Things to do once you're there

Closer to base, The Jungle Zoo and Play Factory Louth are both listed under Cleethorpes. They're handy options for a rainy afternoon or for burning off energy. If you fancy a change of scene, Skegness has several family attractions listed:

• Natureland Seal Sanctuary
• Captain Kids Adventure World
• Skegness Water Leisure Park
• Fairy Dell Paddling Pool, for little ones on a warm day

If you're staying towards Hull, the Animal Education centre is another wildlife option. For something a little calmer, the Chadwick Centre is listed as a museum and gallery in Lincolnshire. Check opening times and travel distances before you set off, as these can vary by season.

When to book

With 15 family stays in this set, choice is limited, especially if you need a particular feature. Only 7 have a pool, 6 have a playground and a few clearly state they sleep 8 or more. The stays that suit larger groups or have an indoor pool are the ones most likely to go first during school holidays.

If your dates are tied to term times, book as early as you comfortably can. Keep an eye on cancellation terms in case plans change. If you have more flexibility, travelling outside the main holidays usually gives you a wider pick. Before confirming, check what's included: pool access, entertainment passes, parking and EV charging arrangements can all differ from park to park.