Whinfell Forest

Nestled in the stunning landscape of Cumbria, Whinfell Forest offers a tranquil retreat surrounded by nature. This Center Parcs village features a variety of luxurious lodges and unique treehouses. Guests can explore scenic forest trails, indulge in spa treatments, and enjoy a wide range of activities including archery, cycling, and water sports. The Subtropical Swimming Paradise is a standout attraction, featuring thrilling slides and relaxing pools. Whinfell Forest is ideal for families and couples seeking adventure and relaxation amidst breathtaking scenery.

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Inflate your swim toys at the information desk

Don't huff and puff. If you have inflatable toys in the pool take them to the information desk where they can blow them up with a compressor.

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Onsite EV charging

There is onsite EV charging at all Center Parcs Villages with 7kW chargers. The new method is using Vend Electric for charging.

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You can buy food and drink in the swimming pool

The swimming pool has an onsite cafe with food and drinks served. As with the rest of Center Parcs this is cashless payments only

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Check out the Wild Wood Play Area near Cafe Rouge

There is a relatively hidden play area inside the Village Centre next to Cafe Rouge, look for a set of stairs going up to the play area.

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Facilities to warm milk or baby food across the village

All villages are child friendly and there are facilities to warm milk

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Order takeaway from outside the park

You'er not limited to food offered onsite. You can order food on Just Eat or Uber Eats and have it delivered to the security gate

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Leisure Bowl Disco

There is a childrens disco in the Leisure Bowl on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 6pm

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Play pool in Leisure Bowl or Sports Plaza

There are two locations in Whinfell where you can play pool. The Leisure bowl has two tables and there lots of pool tables (and two snooker tables) at the Sports Plaza

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Free Ella’s Kitchen baby food

You can get free baby food in locations serving food in the village. You typically get a couple of pouches with a meal purchase.

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Make use of the swimming pool

Access to the swimming is included in your stay. The swimming pool opens at 10am

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