Lakeland Holiday Park

We have just returned from a four night stay at lakeland through the sun offer and i have to say we had a fab time, the reception staff were very welcoming and very friendly and as we had a small problem with the boiler we needed to call on the security staff to attend and they couldn't have been nicer or more helpful,and attended with minutes, thank you. We were allocated a caravan in their new 'buttermere' section which was so lovely and peacefull. The site is well laid out and kept immaculate, we can't wait to return, well done haven/lakeland staff.

Stayed at Lakeland in a prestige caravan - yeah right! It was disgusting! Whoever cleans them needs sacking pronto!
The entertainment was very mediocre, the pool, bar areas and eating places were only accessible via the arcade and whilst I know this is how lots of money is made for Haven, it became quite wearing taking my children through it and having to constantly steer them away from the machines.
The caravan, when we finally got in, was very very shabby, dirty and tired looking. It was supposed to be only 2 years old but I beg to differ. It had mould in all sorts of places, someones dirty underpants (not ours) behind a cupboard door eeew! The pans were half washed n the toaster still had half a piece of the previous guests toast in it!!
The food in the Mash n Barrell was appalling! Luke warm, well, it had been kept luke warm for most of the day I think! The chippy was horrendous!! Worst I'v ever visited!! All the food was frozen rubbish! It took around 30-40 minutes to get your order and when you got it it was soggy n virtually inedible and all this served by people who obviously would rather be anywhere except there! Thank God for Flounders chippy up in Flookbrogh square! In total contrast, these were probably the best fish n chips Iv tasted in years! The staff are also really helpful, specially if you get talking to Nicola - she's a hoot!! We found out all the best places to visit locally, best pubs and where to eat while we were in there.
In short if you want a good basic caravan holiday in the Lake District - try and avoid Haven Lakeland

I have to say after reading the reviews on this webiste i was a little worried about this park! I needn't have worried though, as we had a great time. We booked a 3 bed prestige caravan and paid £369 for a week in June 2011. The caravan was practially brand new, really nice decor, great use of storage and space, all utensils needed. The beds were also quite comfy, which was surprising as caravan beds normally aren't! The only negative things (if i was being really picky), was that there was no hoover for the carpet (only a brush) and the bedsheets didn;t match the rest of the caravan.
The location of our caravan was great also, in a really quiet bit of the park.
The local shop was really quite reasonable, with daily items such as bread, milk etc not that much more expensive than shops at home. The park itself was quite small, in comnparison to other parks, but with myself and my husband just having our 21 month old daughtrer, it was all we needed.
The only only small negative things were that 1. The pool could have been a bit better, my daughter was bored after 30 mins in the pool and the kids activities could have been better.
The surrounding areas were beautiful, Grange-over sands a lovely village with an amzing butchers! The wildlife park is about a 30 min drive and that was a great day out, if you have kids, they will love it! We also found a great place to eat out in nearby Ulverston - The Farmers, where we had lunch, probably the best lunch i've had in ages, the burger was to die for!
All in all, we had a great holiday, and as long as you have someone who is happy to drive to nearby places (as nothing is really within walking distance), there is lots to see and do!

2 readers found this review helpful

Recently (May 2011) went on Sun holiday to Lakeland Park. The site is clean, spacious full of well kept trees and flowers and with swimming pools, golf course and sports facilities. The caravan was excellent, very modern with double power shower, ample bedrooms, swivel seating, central heating, flat screen tv etc etc. and was very clean. The only advise I would give on this site is that you do need transport as it is not close to the nearby towns such as kendal and windermere. The lake district is unspoilt and beautiful, I seemed to forever be saying "oh that is gorgeous, that is stunning" describing the place. You will have a fantastic break at this site.

1 reader found this review helpful

was told on booking that everything was in with the price . while in lake district decided to call in to check place out . found every where to be packed out with absolutely no space . then was given price list for all activities that were supposed to be free . avoid at all costs its a ripoff , wont touch haven again , just wished id of checked review site first , theres a lot of dissatisfied people . when cancelled booking was told we had lost deposit even though cancelled 4 months before supposed to come RIPOFF HAVEN NO THANKS NEVER AGAIN

6 readers found this review helpful

We booked to go to Lakeland through the Daily Mail Deals and booked a luxury plus Caravan. It was after that I read the reviews and had a panic. But after a chat with a friend decided to go open minded. We were travelling South to Lakeland. But we stopped at Kendal to do a food shop and arrived with 45 minutes to go before check in. The Park is at the end of a road and easily sign posted.
The drive up to the main gate goes past the football/Basketball area and some Caravans. There was a member of staff close by the reception to welcome you and explain where to park and then invites you to use the facilities. You then drive past reception and Spar. We headed into the Bar for a drink and check in is easily sign posted the way through the arcade and to the Live Lounge. At check in you join the queue which moved quickly and the staff were full of info and had a map ready for you to drive to your designated caravan.
The Mash and Barrel is a large area with TV screens and a mixture of sofa's, high tables and chairs and normal chairs and tables. The service was fine and quick when we were there and we got some side dishes one night which were cooked to perfection and other diners were clearing their plates.
Heading to our Caravan in the Windermere section of the park, be aware that some area's are one way only. The area was very quiet with not much noise heard from outside. There are skips nearby the vans for your rubbish. We found our van very easily and were surprised to find we'd been allocated a 3 bed van with a toilet and separate shower which was handy when someone wanted to shower and someone else needed the loo. The lounge/diner area was very spacious and the fire was very warming as the spring mornings were very cold.
The kitchen had the basics which was fine but I'd recommend that you bring your own chopping board and knife and bring a large pot as the pots were very small and also a baking tray as the one we had was too small. I'd also recommend a small fan heater to put in the hall from one of the bedrooms for some warmth.
The pool was ok for the size and as we think the park wasn't full, there was space for everyone, but it's just a plain pool. The bowling green outdoors was £5 refundable deposit and £2.50 per set of bowls. Golfing was £10 per family and £8 refundable deposit. You can also hire the large go karts to explore the park and there is 10 pin bowling at the back of the arcade for £2 per player. The arcade games often give tickets which can be exchanged for prizes. It's advised to go to the ticket muncher and change for a voucher. Prizes are then claimed at the prize booth but we found a lot of things out of stock.
We found all staff to be pleasant and helpful. The shop was more expensive than buying locally at home. The maintenance staff were excellent when our electricity tripped. They arrived within minutes of phoning them and sorted our electricity right away.
All in All, we were impressed and very happy with the holiday we had and would recommend the park as a base to explore the south Lake District to anyone.

5 readers found this review helpful

We had gone to Lakeland last year and despite the caravan being nice, we had no hot water or heating due to the boiler. We reported this 3 times and nothing was done so eventually went home early. We received a very apologetic letter from reception and a free upgrade, so decided to return this year.
Our caravan was a much lower standard than last year and was filthy! We complained next morning, only to be treated with contempt by two of the reception staff until the supervisor took over. She apologised and offered to upgrade us twice. This caravan was in a noisy area and was about the same standard as the previous one, but clean. We left early again, asking to be contacted. We are still waiting!
A lovely area, but not a nice experience. We won't be returning!

1 reader found this review helpful

Went to to Haven for 4 nights only got back this afternoon.
I have been there before with my family when i was young, i am now 18. The park isn't what i expect it to be now.
Good
They had a new swimming pool and changing rooms which was great, The swimming pool was very warm and big, they had wifi - which was great as i was able to use my laptop to check my emails, the fish and chips was done at a good price and the funstars were great and lovely.
Bad
The games there was ok but some were broken and didnt work very well as they used to before, had to staff getting mad at the ticket machine everytime it did something. The lady 'kelly' at the changes place was very rude. Stuff was very expensive there.
The caravan was a 3 bedroom and was ok, somethings were dirty, had no problem with the heating.
Overall the places outside the park was amazing, did a lot of thing, went on the boat to ambleside and back. Went on the train.

7 readers found this review helpful

My family have just returned from a 4 day break at Lakeland Haven, it's the 2nd time we've been and enjoyed it both times. We were booked into a Prestige caravan which means you get priority check in from 2.30. The caravan was clean and well positioned. The Funstars are brilliant with the kids and we enjoyed doing the wake and shake sessions every morning. The park area is quite small and i imagine if you were there in peak season may be very busy indeed. The Mash and Barrel eaterie was lovely, they had a curry night and a carvery evening and the kids menu ranges from junk food to Annabel Karmel dishes which the kids are encouraged to have to gain stickers in there healthy passports, at the end of your stay if the kids have gained 5 stickers they will be given a certificate on stage and if they manage 10 they get a special pin that comes with it. The shop is quite expensive so if there's anything you can take with you to save some money then remember to do so. Definatly worth a walk 5 minutes down the road to Duckys park farm at only £5.50 we spent the majority of the day there and even should it be raining on your visit there is some animals and attractions indoors. I would recommend going to Lakeland and we will be visiting again.

9 readers found this review helpful

Me and my family have just returned for Lakeside. On arrival the caravan wasnt clean. There was bowls of sugar under the bed and the shower still had hair grips, hair etc in it.
Apart from that the holiday was great. Anice park with plently to do even out of season all the staff was so friendly and helpful. Great location. Evening entertainment was great for the kids and for adults too. Food on site was very nice and resonability priced!
Was hard to leave would of stayed longer if I had the chance. We hav arrived home this afternoon and are already plannin our next trip to Lakeland for next summer!