Latest news with #BluestoneNationalParkResort
Scottish Sun
25-06-2025
- Scottish Sun
UK's best-loved holiday park reveals their favourite beach – with a 19th century chapel on the seafront
Plus, the quaint Welsh seaside town named one of the cheapest places for a UK beach break BEACH SIDE UK's best-loved holiday park reveals their favourite beach – with a 19th century chapel on the seafront Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TENBY is one of the UK's most beautiful coastal towns and one holiday park said it has the best beaches too - one of which has its own chapel. St Julian's Church sits on the very edge of the Harbour Beach, it's surrounded by colourful houses, and visitors say the "peaceful" chapel is worth a visit for all holidaymakers. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 St Julian's Church sits on the front of Tenby harbour Credit: Alamy 5 The church is still active, but you can still take a peak inside Credit: Alamy Bluestone National Park Resort has picked its 'Top 10 Pembrokeshire Beaches', and Tenby has bagged one of the top spots - because it has four. The two main beaches of North and South, are at either end of the town while Harbour and Castle Beach is the nearest to the town centre. You'll find St Julian's Church on Harbour beach. It was built in 1878 as a fisherman's chapel to replace their original one on the pierhead. The old pier and chapel were demolished in 1840 when the harbour entrance became too narrow. The fishermen worshipped at St Mary's further into town, but the smell of their clothes was offensive to others in the congregation. To keep them away, St Julian's Church was constructed in the late 1870s The church is still active with couples having weddings there and the holding of Sunday services. One visitor to Tenby wrote on Tripadvisor: "You wouldn't expect such a small, well-maintained chapel so close to the harbour." Another added: "Worth a look. Lovely quaint little chapel. Lots of history to it. inviting and well kept in such an amazing location." Others describe it as being "peaceful" and "full of history." The Cabin, Tenby 5 Tenby has long been dubbed one of the most beautiful coastal towns in Wales Credit: Alamy Tenby is a popular spot for British tourists looking for a coastal getaway - it was named as one of the UK's Most Beautiful Coastal Towns in 2024. Local Matthew Evans, who runs Coastal Cottages of Pembrokeshire with his wife, also said Tenby was one of the best places for a Wales trip. He previously told Sun Travel: "There are four epic sandy beaches and a picture-perfect harbour paired with idyllic cobbled streets, plenty of seaside activities, and independent bars, restaurants, and cafes." One of the most popular attractions is The Dinosaur Park inside is a mile-long trail with over 30 life-sized dinosaurs. There are also rides like the Tubey Run and Go Karts, and engage in activities such as fossil hunting and mini-golf. Most tourists make sure to travel to Caldey Island, which is a 20-minute boat ride away. Along with a shop and lighthouse, there is an island monastery. 5 Caldey Island is 20-minutes away from Tenby Credit: Alamy It has the golden sand Priory Beach, which is the best place to watch the boats arriving on the island. It was announced earlier this year that Tenby's Town Hall will be transformed into a luxury hotel and spa. Plans to convert Tenby's old town hall and a former department store into a luxury hotel, spa, and restaurant complex were approved in early April 2025. If it all goes ahead, there will be a 20-room hotel located across the two buildings, including two roof extensions. The design also includes a spacious ground-floor reception, a gym, treatment rooms, a café and a restaurant. One Sun writer visited a hidden Welsh beach you can only access at low tide & it cost £38 for my whole family to stay there. And the quaint Welsh seaside town named one of the cheapest places for a UK beach break.
Western Telegraph
12-05-2025
- Business
- Western Telegraph
Bluestone National Park Resort in running to be UK's best
Bluestone National Park Resort near Narberth, won the award for Best Small Company for UK Parks and Lodges category at the prestigious British Travel Awards last year, beating contenders from across the UK. The Pembrokeshire resort is looking to defend its crown as it has been once again nominated for the award this year. (Image: Bluestone) This year the British Travel Awards includes more than 80 award categories covering all aspects of holidays both at home and abroad, all with multiple nominees. Anyone who votes is in with the chance of winning thousands of pounds worth of prizes including a £5,000 Greek holiday, a £4,000 river cruise, a European villa holiday worth £5,000, £750 holiday vouchers and a £1,000 sailing holiday. Last year more than 420,000 people cast an incredible 1.6 million votes across all categories, making the BTA's the most influential consumer-voted awards in the UK travel industry. (Image: .) This year's winners will be announced at the iconic Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London on Monday, December 8 during 'a night of celebration, recognition, and unforgettable moments'. After winning their category last year, Bluestone said: 'This award reflects our commitment to provide the best possible space for families to relax, play, and make unforgettable memories together. (Image: Bluestone) 'Making people happy is what we're all about, and we hope to see you on resort soon to put a smile on your face with some free-range family fun.' This year Bluestone said that it was delighted to once again be in the running. 'We're so excited to share that Bluestone has been nominated for Best Small Company for UK Parks and Lodges Company at the British Travel Awards,' said a Bluestone spokesperson. (Image: Bluestone Resorts) 'We'd really appreciate your support, and by voting, you'll be entered into a prize draw with the British Travel Awards – with fantastic prizes including holidays worth up to £5,000.' To vote in the British Travel Awards, visit or click on the link above.
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pembrokeshire holiday park celebrates surge in winter staycations
A popular Pembrokeshire holiday park has reported its best-ever January bookings. Bluestone National Park Resort has seen a 15 per cent year-on-year increase in bookings for 2025 since Christmas Day. The park said this is a sign of a staycation boom in 2025. The majority of bookings are from guests choosing to stay longer and coming from further afield. Demand within Wales has seen a significant rise, with nights booked increasing by 35 per cent. The park said this shows Pembrokeshire's rising popularity as a natural alternative to crowded tourist hotspots across the UK. This trend is reflected in recent Mintel data (2024), which shows that 86 per cent of UK staycationers in 2025 are seeking quieter, more peaceful destinations. Significant growth compared to 2024 has come from guests outside Wales, alongside a rise in additional nights booked by visitors from England, with bookings from Bristol and Bath alone growing by 10 per cent. Ireland is also contributing to the resort's growth, with bookings up 10 per cent year-on-year, particularly from Wexford, Dublin, and Cork. Nestled in the Pembrokeshire countryside, Bluestone offers a blend of outdoor adventures, luxury lodges, and proximity to award-winning towns and beaches. William McNamara, CEO of Bluestone, said: "These strong bookings show that more families than ever are choosing Bluestone and west Wales for their UK holiday, and it's fantastic to see such strong demand at what is traditionally a quieter time of year. "Pembrokeshire is becoming a real alternative to busier UK holiday hotspots like Devon and Cornwall, offering some of the country's best beaches, fantastic food and drink, and a wealth of activities for all ages. "It's great to see more visitors travelling from further afield and staying longer to enjoy everything the region has to offer. "At the same time, we're proud that so many of our Welsh guests continue to return year after year, with demand in Wales rising significantly, including a 35 per cent increase in nights booked." In 2024, Bluestone's repeat guest booking rate held strongly at 39 per cent. With demand at an all-time high, guests are encouraged to book early to avoid disappointment. Bluestone also offers Mini Adventurer Breaks for families with young children who are able to visit midweek. These include a number of complementary activities, making them the perfect choice for those who can take advantage of off-peak bookings.
