Your Glorious Corner of Devon
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your glorious corner of Devon www.coftonholidays.co.uk Welcome corner of Dev r glorious on ...to you There’s nothing more exciting than booking a family holiday – except for going on it of course! Whether you’re planning your first family holiday or returning for another wonderful year, there’s so much to look forward to here in heavenly Devon. Visit England 2015 David Bellamy Gold Award We were delighted to receive the For over 16 years Cofton has been Visit England Award for Excellence 2015 awarded the David Bellamy Gold Award Highly Commended for our hard work in sustaining the natural environment we are so lucky to have. Tourism Excellence Awards Trip Advisor Award 2016 Cofton was awarded Silver in the Tourism To qualify means maintaining an overall Excellence Awards, rewarding the very rating of four or higher, out of a possible best in the South West tourism industry. five; placing us as one of the top 10% of SILVER providers worldwide. LIVE 2 If you have any queries about the park’s facilities please call 01626 890111 or use our online CHAT facility 3 GLORIOUS DEVON 4 FACILITIES 6 WHAT’S ON 10 ACCOMMODATION 12 OFFERS 26 ner of De glorious cor von .to your .. The hot tubs are bubbling away, the heated outdoor pool is sparkling and our indoor Take a look around – we have pool, sauna and steam room are ready for whatever the British summer brings. a hunch you’ll love it here as much as we do. If you’re craving that home-away-from-home comfort - snuggling down in crisp clean sheets or curling up with a film – take a peek at our beautifully furnished holiday We look forward to cottages. But if sizzling sausages on hot coals is more your style, then we’d love for seeing you soon you to pitch up and make the most of the fresh air and beautiful surroundings. The Jeffery family We’ve got a boot-scootin Country and Western Weekend planned in May and the annual Classic Car rally weekend at the beginning of July. As always, we’ll be on hand to give you the scoop on Devon’s finest ice creams and we’ll be ready with directions to the beaches, cycle paths and nature trails - they are only down the road after all! 2 3 Devon’s delights Devon… Tumbling, lush green hills to the left and sweeping, clean beaches to your right. You’re so close to nature yet so far from those everyday stresses. South Devon has been one of England’s most popular holiday destinations for hundreds of years and the 80 acres that Cofton spreads over contains the kind of timeless and precious scenery which this area has become renowned for. That’s why we’re so proud to invite you here, after all this is YOUR glorious corner, and we’ll give you the keys to help you unlock the best kept secrets Devon has to offer. The Exe Estuary Cycle Trail and South West Coastal Path which pass within a mile of the park only scratch the surface on the miles of countryside and coastline which are waiting to be explored in this area of outstanding natural beauty. From waterfalls and wildlife trusts to farmer’s markets and DEVON CREAM TEA Forestry Commission country parks, you’re never far from your next adventure in South Devon. ‘Dog walks, cycling, lovely country pubs… it suits our every need!’ Kay Hancock, Bristol LIVE 4 Tel: 01626 890111 www.coftonholidays.co.uk CHAT 5 Days out in Devon All aboard for lively leisure South Devon is rich in excellent visitor • Crealy Adventure Park • Woodlands Family Theme Park attractions and plenty are within very • Splashdown Quaywest Water Park easy reach. • South Devon Railway • Go Ape Check our information centre in reception for leaflets and • Powderham Castle discounts to some of the best attractions in the area. • Dartmouth Steam Railway and Riverboat • Teignmouth Skate Park and Play Area Take in the fresh air • South Devon’s red cliffs • Dawlish Warren’s nature reserve • Haldon Forest Park • Canonteign Falls SHALDON BEACH • Becky Falls • Babbacombe Model Village • Exe Estuary cycle and walking paths Make friends with mother nature • Paignton Zoo GO APE • Dartmoor Miniature Pony Centre • Bicton Park Botanical Gardens • Living Coasts • Pennywell Farm and Wildlife Centre • Prickly Ball Hedgehog Hospital • Kents Cavern • National Marine Aquarium Feel the sand between your toes • Dawlish Warren’s Blue Flag beach BECKY FALLS PAIGNTON ZOO • Seaside resort of Dawlish • Passenger ferry Starcross - Exmouth There are plenty of special events to help you plan your stay. • Shaldon beach Some firm favourites you don’t want to miss out on include: • Blackpool Sands Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink from • Coryton Cove 29th April - 1st May • Sailing, windsurfing, kiting, scuba diving, canoeing, wild swimming Dawlish Carnival Week from Visit 12th–19th August WHAT’S ON Shaldon Regatta from on our website for 20th - 28th August a full list of events 4 EXPERIENCE COFTON 5 Leisure & pleasure... Our fantastic modern indoor leisure complex offers pleasure for all the family. Enjoy a splashing time in the pool, a spot of relaxation in the steam room or, if feeling active, you can make the most of the gym facilities. When hunger calls Amelia’s Pantry is only a step or two away from the pool where you can all refuel before continuing the fun for the day. The leisure complex is open throughout the year* with everything you could need to while away your time. With four star status from Visit Britain, the park is recognised as having first class leisure facilities. There are plenty of places to explore at your own pace within the grounds, with acres of woodland walks, nature trails, fishing lakes and a treasure trail. Two outdoor heated swimming pools (26th May - 17th Sept) are fun for all the family, with two play areas for younger children and a woodland adventure area and multi-use sports wall for teenagers. *Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day LIVE 6 Tel: 01626 890111 www.coftonholidays.co.uk CHAT 7 ‘Wonderful facilities, especially the swimming pools! In a lovely setting, for us it is simply the best campsite we have found!’ Margaret Hayes, Leeds Come rain or shine, all on site Indoor Facilities Outdoor Facilities General Facilities • Indoor swimming pool* • Heated swimming pool • Licensed park shop and and children’s pool instore bakery • Pool viewing area (26th May–17th Sept) • Recycling • Soft play area • Sunbathing terraces • Launderettes with • Gym* • Two play areas for ironing facilities* babies, toddlers and • Sauna & steam room* young children • Shower and toilet facilities for disabled • Family friendly • Multi-use sports wall guests changing rooms • Woodland adventure • Fish and chip • Amusement arcade* area take-away • Fitness studio* • Woodland walks and • WiFi available on nature trails the park* • Bar, café & restaurant (Details overleaf) • Letterboxing trail and treasure trail* • Five coarse fishing Nikki Goodwin lakes* (Details overleaf) Some facilities are seasonal, so please check at the time of booking to make the most of your holiday. *supplementary charge 6 FACILITIES @ COFTON 7 Refresh and refuel... Relax – you’re on holiday, let us take care of dinner! With locally sourced beef on the carvery, West Country cheddar with your ploughman’s, and proper pints of Devon’s finest in The Swan, you can enjoy the best of the West with a choice of two restaurants and a pub – family favourites (without the washing up!) AMELIA’S We just love the big panoramic windows in this restaurant. We could spend all day gazing out at the pool – that’s when we’re not admiring the food of course! Amelia’s is open all day, serving proper hearty breakfasts, ciabattas (great for refuelling after a swim) and delicious steak dinners. You’ll find Amelia’s within easy reach of our children’s soft play areas and entertainment zone. So there’s plenty to keep the kids busy if you want to take some time out for yourselves. ‘You can just relax, Open all year except Christmas Day and Boxing Day.* indulge and enjoy!’ Ian Adams *Please check our website for the latest opening times and availability. LIVE 8 Tel: 01626 890111 www.coftonholidays.co.uk CHAT 9 LOCALLY SOURCED HOME COOKED FOOD WARREN RETREAT This is the beating heart of the holiday park. The Warren Retreat not only plays host to our cabaret shows, children’s entertainers and discos, it’s where you’ll find our popular Sunday Carvery and delicious evening meals, including the Cofton Burger and daily specials Our Carvery is a MUST! inspired by what’s available locally.* Served every Sunday 12pm - 3pm. THE SWAN INN After an afternoon spent exploring rolling hills and wild nature trails, nothing beats a pint of Devonshire cider in the Swan. Designed to feel like a traditional country pub, it’s a cosy spot for catching up with friends and family. Hungry? Tuck into pub classics like fish and chips and cottage pie made with award- winning Hanlons Ale. There’s even a poolside menu (featuring the Cofton club sandwich), for when you just can’t tear yourself away.* *Please check our website for the latest opening times and availability. 8 FACILITIES @ COFTON 9 Let us entertain you... Family holidays are all about creating memories with the ones we love, whether that’s swimming to the other end of the pool or learning how to juggle – yes, you read that right! We organise loads of activities to keep your little ones occupied, including adventures out in the woodland, circus skills and mischief with Digby the dinosaur, plus lots of evening entertainment for us grown-ups too.