In July we decided to go on an impromptu trip to Devon for the Mrs' birthday, just before the big crowds descend to the beaches in their masses. Fortunately for us the weather was great, with the few suspicious cloudy/rainy moments (it is English weather after all).
A few years before we had our little one, Sarabi and I went camping for two nights in Gloucestershire, we had a great time and hadn't done anything like it since really. We had been discussing camping for a while and though both of us were really excited about it, the thought of camping with a 16 month old was slightly nerve wrecking. Questions back and forth like, 'What is Simba going to sleep on?' 'Will the travel cot fit in the car?' 'Will Simba even sleep?!' 'Can we fit anything in the car?' 'Is the weather going to be alright?' After some deliberation, we decided that it might be a better alternative to find something a little more substantial than a tent but still trying to keep it relatively low cost. We ended up looking for caravan parks and holidays. We were recommended to look at Hoseasons, so we did and found a decent selection of places still available up and down the country some low and some high prices. After looking around, we decided to book Beverley Park in Paignton, Devon. We chose this one as the facilities were just what we were looking for. Indoor and outdoor pools, Sauna(for the adults), Entertainment for Simba and best of all we were able to cook. Ideal as now we have gone Gluten Free and find it ever increasingly difficult to eat out. (But that is another blog altogether.) We went for a four sleeper caravan and bought Simba's travel cot with us, eliminating all of those previous worries. So the day came and we set off for Devon, after finally getting everything in the car after a few 'I forgot this' scenarios. Check in was hassle free, there was a friendly atmosphere in the holiday park. The caravan had two rooms, one double, one twin along with a fairly spacious living room, kitchen and bathroom. Safe lock up and go style accommodation and we were able to park the car within sight of the caravan. We headed to explore Beverley Park, finding a Bar and kids/adults entertainment area. The entertainers had Simba (along with all the other children) buzzing and singing along. Simba was in his element surrounded by other kids and music. This was a nice opportunity to greet and chat to other parents too. We used the outdoor pool every day without fail. There was a kiddies shallow pool and a length pool outdoors which are both heated. It was the first time Simba went swimming and it ended up being a struggle getting him out...Water baby. Sarabi and I managed to play some putt putt(mini golf) in the holiday park which was great fun and I'm a terrible putter. It was convenient having all these options without having to get in the car and drive around. We did however spend a lot of time driving to different beaches and marinas close by, such as Torquay Marina, Goodrington beach and Preston beach (I think that was the name) We tried out our new DJI Spark drone and managed to get some really good footage of the coast and the family. Our stay was a memorable one and I would definitely recommend Beverley Park for other families. The area is surrounded by the coast which makes access to beaches easy. There are great views from the camp site within in the park. The staff and security on sight were approachable and professional and most of all the facilities are very good.
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