I’m simply again from an extended weekend at Whitecliff Bay Vacation Park and I’m able to evaluation. From the swimming pools, to the situation, to the lodging kind and the leisure, right here’s all the pieces you might want to know to plan and ebook your journey.
Whitecliff Bay Vacation Park is in Bembridge, on the peaceable east coast of the Isle of Wight. It’s certainly one of Away Resorts’ 4 vacation parks on the island, together with Rookley Lakes, The Bay Colwell and St Helen’s Coastal Resort.
Whitecliff Bay Vacation Park is understood for being tremendous household pleasant, and for its simple seaside entry only a minute’s stroll down a steep hill (and two and a half again up once more).
There are such a lot of vacation parks on the Isle of Wight it may be tough to decide on, however right here’s my expertise that will help you plan yours.
Whitecliff Bay Vacation Park location
The park is situated on the coast of Bembridge. I took this picture from the highest of the slide with their on website pub behind. You’ll be able to see how idyllic the situation is with the ocean and cliffs within the background. They have been displaying Wimbledon on that display by the way in which – wonderful place to see Linda Noskova take the title.
Simply ten minutes away, Bembridge village is fairly, and has a couple of espresso outlets and eating places. And about 4 minutes drive away you’ll discover the most effective eating places on the Isle of Wight, The Seashore Hut.
Aside from that, it’s a reasonably chill a part of the island however all of the motion is shut sufficient. It’s round 25 minutes from Fishbourne Ferry Terminal, 10 minutes from Sandown and half-hour from Cowes.
Having a automotive makes exploring a lot simpler, though the quantity 8 bus stops simply exterior the park and runs 8:30ish to 7:30ish each hour.
Lodging at Whitecliff Bay Vacation Park
We had a 5-bed ;Unique Burst of Bay Lodge’. It was really the identical structure because the lodge we had at Sandy Balls within the New Forest, after we visited some time in the past. There was an honest sized double room with loads of storage, and a rest room with a shower and bathe as an ensuite.
Then Reggie had a bed room with a bunk mattress and a single mattress in, and a rest room and bathe room subsequent door. We additionally had an open plan lounge and kitchen space, which had further beds within the couch in. Yep, I took my Shark Flex Breeze fan with me. Life saver.
It was nice having the kitchen as we had two breakfasts and a dinner there to avoid wasting a bit of cash. It was so good sitting on the verandah and watching the solar go down. There was additionally a terrific area behind the lodge for frisbee and biking round for Reggie.
There have been three TVs on the lodge, one in every bed room and one within the lounge – good for a wet day, or the World Cup.
We have been in Caravan 168 in Crosswinds which was on the opposite website – throughout the street – to the principle website with all of the actions. I’d suggest reserving in the principle website to be nearer to the motion in case you have little kiddies. It was a little bit of a mission to get him again after a day on the pool!
There’s loads of alternative of lodging at Whitecliff Bay, relying in your price range. It’s a terrific place for caravan holidays. You’ll be able to keep in:
Customary caravans
Premium caravans
Luxurious lodges
Scorching tub lodges
Chalets
Touring and tenting pitches
Some lodging affords sea views, whereas others are tucked into quieter elements of the park.
Actions at Whitecliff Bay
One of the best factor about Whitecliff Bay was the out of doors swimming pool. Once we visited it was round 30C from 10am to 7pm all weekend. That pool was a saviour!
They performed music, you can drink from the bar round it, they usually allowed inflatables – I feel we left our Spiderman ring should you occur to search out it. They have been open 10-12 after which 12:30 to 5pm on our July weekend, however I feel that is advert hoc because the indicators round mentioned 10-6pm. It was a terrific pool for the kiddies and I felt protected with the tremendous vigilant lifeguards there.
There was additionally an indoor pool with a waterslide. Reggie beloved the slide – so did I the primary ten occasions. I used to be anxious he was going to go down tremendous quick, however no, that was simply me at my weight. It was a pleasant, manageable pace for him.
The altering rooms have been an excellent dimension with a powerful quantity of hooks and free lockers too. Want they have been like that in all places!
Reggie and I popped alongside to the night leisure one evening, nevertheless it appeared to be aimed a little bit youthful than him. Very cute although with little tots carrying wings and dancing about although.
Sadly the youngsters night leisure was 5:40 until 7, so proper over Reggie’s time for dinner, which was a disgrace as we couldn’t keep for extra.
We had a spherical of journey golf one night after dinner, in a terrific location wanting over the bay. The course was a little bit drained however an excellent quantity of holes and challenges for a little bit of enjoyable. This was an additional £3.50 every and you can preserve the putters and balls so long as you favored.
There was additionally a Make Create Studio which ran slime workshops, hand print reminiscences periods, tie dye and messy periods all through the week. You may additionally be a part of archery periods, junior landrovers, even axe throwing, should you favored.
There have been three climbing frames on website and naturally, arcades too. We took Reggie’s bike which helped us get round a little bit simpler.
Meals choices at Whitecliff Bay Vacation Park
The one place to eat at Whitecliff Bay Vacation Park is The Nab, which is on the high of the hill on the principle website. We had two dinners and a breakfast there. Actually loved the fajitas and my breakfast burrito, however the tacos on our second go to have been a bit stingy (see pic), and flavourless.
Meals have been round £15, however children ate foremost meals for £1 with any adults in order that helped make issues a bit cheaper.
Services at Whitecliff Bay Away Resorts
There was a terrific little store on website. Over the 4 days we stayed there we purchased stuff for a scorching canine and macaroni cheese dinner, bacon bap breakfast and ice lollies, gin and tonics, arm bands and pool toys.
There was additionally a Glam Up hair and wonder studio and a launderette too, should you’re staying longer and have to clean up!
Whitecliff Bay Vacation Park evaluation
I’d positively suggest Whitecliff Bay Vacation to pals wth younger youngsters, however to get a caravan or lodge nearer the motion. I feel my dad and mom would wrestle although, with the hills and the distances on the park.
I felt like a little bit of tidying and cleansing to be completed across the website at totally different factors, however that may actually be nitpicking. All of the workers from the store, to visitor companies to the lifeguards have been actually form and useful, and made for a jolly vacation expertise. Checking in at 2:30pm was fairly good and getting to make use of the positioning after we’d checked out was nice too.
General it’s a terrific website in an excellent location on the Isle of Wight. There’s lots to do on website should you simply wish to chill, however you’re additionally not removed from a number of the Isle of Wight’s finest sights should you fancy exploring. I’d positively keep right here once more.
I used to be invited to remain at Whitecliff Bay Vacation Park in return for a evaluation. The whole lot right here relies on my actual expertise. I’d by no means suggest one thing I wouldn’t pay for myself.
Are canines allowed at Whitecliff Bay Vacation Park?
Sure. Whitecliff Bay has a spread of dog-friendly lodging. Simply verify when reserving.
Is Whitecliff Bay Seashore good?
Completely. The seaside is a mixture of sand and shingle, with stunning clear water and spectacular cliffs. It’s best for paddling, swimming, fossil looking or spending the day stress-free. We didn’t spend a lot time on it because the waves have been fairly tough, and Reggie and Ben choose a pool.
Is Whitecliff Bay good for little children?
Sure, positively. Toddlers will benefit from the three playgrounds, the splash pool, the principle pool and the vary of swimming pools indoors.
Is Whitecliff Bay Vacation Park accessible?
The park has accessible lodging obtainable, however as a result of it’s constructed on a hillside, some areas contain pretty steep walks. If mobility is a priority, positively request lodging near the principle services when reserving.