Center Parcs unveils incredible video of new Scottish resort with waterside lodges & subtropical swimming pool
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CENTER Parcs has given holidaymakers a glimpse into its new Scottish resort - complete with waterslide lodges and a subtropical swimming pool.
The tourism giant is set to open the exciting new location in the Scottish Borders by early 2029.
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The proposed site is located three miles north of Hawick and will feature around 700 lodges
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The park will have many different areas including a pancake house and waterfront
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A village will include a relaxing Aqua Sana Forest Spa
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A new flythrough video of the holiday village gives the public a first look at what it could become
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And a brand new flythrough video of the holiday village is giving the public a first look at what it could become.
The footage takes viewers on a virtual tour of the site, three miles north of Hawick, Roxburghshire, featuring waterside lodges, apartments and lochs.
There's also an Aqua Sana Forest Spa, a 'subtropical swimming paradise', sports plaza, and the planned Nature and Heritage Centre.
It was revealed during the final stage of public consultation, held on Tuesday and Wednesday in Hawick.
The event marks a major milestone in the development process.
Attendees in Hawick were able to view the updated masterplan, a 3D physical model of the proposed village centre and spa, and new CGI visuals showcasing the design of the lodges and central facilities.
Center Parcs is set to submit a planning application this summer to Scottish Borders Council.
The proposed site will feature around 700 lodges.
The Scottish village will include a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities, retail outlets, bars, restaurants, and signature swimming and spa attractions.
The total investment is estimated at between £350million and £400million.
Center Parcs reveals hugenew holiday resort opening in the UK
During construction, the project is expected to create between 750 and 800 jobs, with a strong emphasis on working with regional contractors.
Once open, the village will provide approximately 1,200 permanent, year-round roles, offering a wide range of career opportunities for local people, including positions in management.
Since early 2025, Center Parcs has carried out a programme of community engagement.
This included a community day in Hawick and statutory drop-in events in Lilliesleaf, Denholm and Selkirk, culminating in this week's two-day consultation in Hawick.
Feedback from these events has directly informed changes to the masterplan, helping shape the final proposal.
Following this final consultation, Center Parcs will make final refinements to the design before submitting its planning application.
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The new site will feature a 'subtropical swimming paradise'
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There will be lodges which look out over the water
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The total investment is estimated at between £350million and £400million
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Center Parcs plans to submit a planning application this summer to Scottish Borders Council
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Colin McKinlay, CEO of Center Parcs, said: "It's fantastic to share a visual representation of our proposed Scottish village with the local community.
"The flythrough video and 3D model really help bring the plans to life and add to the real sense of anticipation that has been evident at recent consultation events.
"It's one thing to describe what we're hoping to build, but seeing it laid out visually captures the ambition of what we're planning.
"We've worked hard to ensure this proposed village reflects the feedback we've received from the community and stakeholders over the past few months.
"From the layout of the lodges to how the central areas integrate with the forest setting, every element has been carefully considered.
"This is about creating a destination that not only brings joy to families but also respects and enhances the local environment.
"This has the potential to be a once-in-a-generation investment for the Scottish Borders.
"If approved, our village between Hawick and Selkirk will create over a thousand high-quality, permanent jobs and provide ongoing opportunities for local businesses.
"We're incredibly excited about what this could mean for the region and look forward to continuing our journey with the community as we prepare to submit our planning application."
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The Scottish village will include a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities
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