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The share of consumers choosing holiday centre or park visits has remained unchanged since 2022, demonstrating the resilience of demand for this holiday type, even as the post-pandemic staycation boom…
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UK Holiday Centres and Parks Market Report 2025
"Holiday centre/park breaks increasingly attract younger demographics and all-adult groups. Brands must pivot to meet the needs of a more diverse consumer base."
The UK Holiday Centres and Parks Market remained resilient, with a steady 23% participation rate from 2022, reaching over £3.70bn in 2024 despite the rise of international travel. The market presents opportunities for growth in the Holiday Centres and Parks Market size through targeting younger, affluent, and solo travellers, as well as diversifying offerings to compete with city breaks and overseas holidays.
UK Holiday Centres and Parks Market Trends
Younger demographics, especially Gen Z, show strong future interest in holiday park breaks, with a notable rise in solo and adult-only visits.
There’s a strong participation for premium experiences, with affluent consumers seeking quality accommodation, wellness facilities, and pet-friendly services.
Eco-friendly and sustainable travel options are important to consumers, particularly Gen Z.
Brands can diversify their offerings in the Holiday Centres Market to cater to solo travellers, groups of friends, and eco-conscious consumers, while also focusing and leveraging local food and drink offerings, which ranks as consumers’ top activity, which is shaping the future of the Parks Market.
Frequently Asked Questions about the UK Holiday Centres and Parks Market
The UK Holiday Centres and Parks market is valuedt over 3.70bn in 2024.
The leading players in the UK Holiday Centres and Parks market include Haven, Center Parcs, Parkdean Resorts, Butlin’s, and Forest Holidays.
Key consumer trends driving engagement include increased interest from younger demographics, solo and adult-only visits, a demand for premium and eco-friendly experiences, and a focus on luxury staycations.
About The Report
The UK Holiday Centres and Parks Market Report 2025 provides valuable insights into the holiday centres and parks market in the UK, offering a comprehensive analysis of consumer behavior, market performance, and emerging trends. It covers areas such as demographic shifts, brand usage, factors influencing holiday center/park choices, and the demand for premium, eco-friendly, and adult-focused experiences. The research also explores market dynamics, including the financial performance of leading operators and consumer preferences for accommodation, activities, and sustainability. The Holiday Centres and Parks Market Report will benefit industry stakeholders like holiday park operators, marketers, and investment firms, as well as businesses looking to cater to diverse consumer segments and capitalise on future growth opportunities in this evolving market.
Key Topics Analysed in the Report
Participation in holiday centre/park breaks, including an increase in visits among affluent and younger demographics
Usage of holiday centre/park brands over the past five years, including consumer profiles for leading brands
Companions on holiday centre/park visits, including a rise in visits by groups of friends and solo travellers
Most important factors when choosing a holiday centre/park brand, including opportunities for premiumisation and innovation
Barriers to visiting holiday centres/parks, including price, crowding and a lack of activities
Report Attributes
Details
Published Date
August 2025
Data Range
2016 – 2030
Measurement Metrics
Revenue in £
Country Focus
United Kingdom (UK)
Consumer Data
2,000 internet users aged 16+, June 2025
Number of Pages
54
Market Segmentation
Holiday Centre/Holiday Park Breaks, City Breaks, Touring Holidays, Physical Activity Holidays, Cottage Holidays, Caravan/Campsite Breaks
Leading Companies
Haven, Center Parcs, Butlin’s, Park Holidays UK, Parkdean Resorts, Forest Holidays, Haulfryn Holiday Parks, John Fowler Holiday Parks, Hoseasons, Pontins
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Opportunities for the holiday centres and parks market
Innovate for the younger demographic
Cater to a diverse range of companions
Leverage premiumisation opportunities for the affluent consumer
Market dynamics and outlook
Market predictions
What consumers want and why
Holiday centre/park breaks remain popular
Graph 1: types of holidays experienced in the last five years, 2025
Haven and Center Parcs are the most used brands
Graph 2: holiday centre/holiday park brands used in the last five years, 2024 and 2025
Family holidays are still most popular
Quality accommodation, food/drink and activities appeal to holidaymakers
Graph 3: important factors when choosing a holiday centre/park, 2025
Value for money is a key concern
Graph 4: reasons for not visiting holiday centres/parks, 2025
Graph 5: revenue of top five holiday centre/park operators, 2022-23
Market drivers
Brits are increasingly positive about their own finances…
Graph 6: changes in household finances, 2016-25
…but remain price-conscious
Bookings surge in the run-up to summer
Graph 7: holiday bookings in the last three months, Jan-Jul 2024 and 2025
Travel intent remains strong into the summer season
Graph 8: plans to book a holiday in the next three months, Jan-Jul 2024 and 2025
Hospitality sector begins to feel the squeeze from rising costs
WHAT CONSUMERS WANT AND WHY
UK holiday types
Participation in holiday centre/park breaks remains steady
Graph 9: types of holidays experienced in the last five years, 2024-25
Affluent consumers are increasingly choosing holiday park breaks
Graph 10: types of holiday experienced in the last five years – holiday centre/holiday park break, 2022-25
70% of holiday park users visited in the last 12 months
Graph 11: holiday centre/park usage in the last 12 months, 2025
Holiday centres and park break participation remains stable
Graph 12: types of holidays planned in the next 12 months, 2024-25
Competition comes from city breaks and touring holidays
Graph 13: holiday centre/park participation in the last 12 months, by types of holidays planned in the next 12 months, 2025
Younger consumers rank first in future interest
Graph 14: types of holiday planned in the next 12 months – holiday centre/holiday park break, by generation, 2025
Holiday centres and parks visited
The top five holiday centre/park brands remain unchanged
Haven still holds top spot for usage
Graph 15: holiday centre/holiday park brands used in the last five years, 2024 and 2025
Forest Holidays sees surge in visits
Haven is the top competitor brand
Brand affinity: Butlin’s customers love a fun day out
Brand affinity: Center Parcs’ guests love crafting and the outdoors
Holiday centre and park companions
Holidaymakers like to visit with their children, friends and partners
Graph 16: holiday centre/park visits, by companions in the last five years, 2024-25
Family groups favour Center Parcs, Haven and Parkdean
Holiday centre breaks are not just a family affair
Surge in visits with friends
Graph 17: holiday centre/park visits, by visits with friends in the last five years, 2025
Craft packages for friend group visits
Solo travellers are warming up to holiday park breaks
Graph 18: holiday centre/park visits, by solo visits in the last five years, 2022-25
Lean into the buzz around solo travel
Boost solo appeal by resolving key pain points
Choice factors
Quality of accommodation is front of mind
Graph 19: important factors when choosing a holiday centre/park, 2025
Activities are more valued by families with children
Understand Gen Z priorities
Provide an oasis of calm for Gen Z visitors
Center Parcs and Haven showcase different strengths
Graph 20: select important factors when choosing a UK holiday centre/park, by holiday centre/park brands used in the last five years, 2025
Leverage local food and drink to personalise the park experience
Barriers to visiting a holiday centre or park
Price is still the top pain point
Graph 21: reasons for not visiting holiday centres/parks, 2025
Crowding in parks is an issue for older consumers
Graph 22: reasons for not visiting UK holiday parks/holiday centres in the last 12 months – too crowded, by age, 2025
Solve the overcrowding issue
Affluent consumers value high-quality, exclusive experiences
Resolve the issues of high-earning consumers
Graph 23: reasons for not visiting UK holiday parks/holiday centres in the last 12 months, by annual household income, 2025
Showcase the positives of the luxury staycation
INNOVATION AND MARKETING TRENDS
Launch activity and innovation
Butlin’s unveils new adult-only weekenders for 2025
Haven expands Wetherspoons partnership
Forest Holidays launches plans for County Durham site
Park Holidays introduces a steam room for 2025
Advertising and marketing activity
Adspend down slightly, but focus shifts to social
Graph 24: total advertising expenditure among select holiday centre and park brands*, across the channels tracked by Nielsen Ad Intel, 2023-24
Hoseasons recruits a Chief Relaxation Officer
Butlin’s gifts Luke Littler a black card weekender pass
Parks promote dog-friendliness
Parkdean Resorts emphasises the importance of family bonding
APPENDIX
Market definition
Generations
Methodology
Consumer research methodology
Nielsen Ad Intel coverage
Snoop SpendMapper methodology
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