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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Looking for a budget-friendly family getaway? Butlins launches 'Spooktober' October breaks with stays from just £45
Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn more Families looking for a budget-friendly getaway should hot-foot it over to Butlins, where you can get an October break from just £45. The summer holidays may be in full swing, but organised shoppers looking for a bargain can now treat the family to an October trip at seriously competitive prices. And there's plenty of entertainment included too. Butlins Spooktober Midweek Looking to plan your next family getaway? You can now book a break with Butlins for just £45 from October 13 to 17, 2025. Helping to save money on your next family holiday, you can experience themed October entertainment as well as all the classic quality entertainment from Butlins - perfect for making memories for the whole family. From £45 Shop Butlins is easing the stress and expense of booking family trips this year by offering mid-week getaways in October and entertainment with prices from as little as £45 per family unit of two adults, two children. Plus, you can experience activities, shows and entertainment to keep the whole family happy. From October 13 to 17, 2025, you can experience the spookier side of Butlin's with themed entertainment and activities beyond your 'wildest screams'. A brilliant way to make memories with the family, and without breaking the bank, you can book into locations in Skegness, Bognor Regis and Minehead. Butlins is known for its all-year-round entertainment like Splash Waterworld with plunges and high-speed flumes, fairgrounds, arcades and soft play, but there is also plenty in store for guests visiting over the 'Spooktober' Halloween break. From monster-filled adventures to spooky silent discos and pumpkin carving, there's something for all ages to enjoy during your October break. The Butlins October deal is also a great time to check out the new shows and entertainment for 2025. Some of the shows you'll be able to see include new entertainment like Animals and Mythical Beasts, the panto stage show Snow White and Her Magnificent Friends and the exclusive Dino Expo, which offers a rare opportunity to travel back millions of years ago and come face to face with dinosaurs.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Britons booking 'later, closer, shorter' UK breaks
UK holidaymakers are leaving it later to book shorter stays closer to home, travel firms are reporting. The trend is down to people trying to save money while making the most of hot weather, some of the UK's biggest holiday companies have told the BBC. says the number of people searching their site in July for a UK trip in the next six weeks was up 28% on last year, while AirBnB says more Brits are "embracing spontaneous getaways close to home". which advertises around 3,000 UK campsites, says a quarter of this year's bookings were made with just two days notice. Sykes Holiday Cottages, with 23,000 properties across the UK, say their the gap between booking and travel has fallen by 8% this year. Airbnb added "all signs point to a summer where guests are again choosing quieter, affordable places". 'The whole industry's seeing it' At Butlin's holiday park in Skegness people are making reservations slightly later than in previous years - with bookings up 22% in the last two weeks. "I think the whole industry is seeing it," resort director Andrew Leivers says. "The last couple of weeks we've seen a real surge," he adds. "We've got three, four and seven-night breaks... for different people's budgets." Among the 80,000 holidaymakers who will visit the resort this summer is the Harmston family from Lincoln. Mum Kirsty says: "We only booked it about two weeks before we came. We always try and get a last minute deal. We'd saved the money so we knew what our budget was and tried to grab a bargain." She says booking an all-inclusive stay in the UK meant she could keep costs down. "The worst thing of going on holiday is everything else is added on top so you've planned your holiday you look at the price you've paid and you've got to pay extra and extra." Kayleigh Fry is at Butlin's for four nights with her sister-in-law Kelly Towers and her children Casey and Corey and their cousin Marley. Kelly says short breaks can be more convenient for families. "It's easier. You can take a lot more with you when you stay in this country. There are so many pretty places out there in the UK." Nigel Dutton is the owner of Manor Wood Country Caravan Park. He's noticed people are booking later to take advantage of good weather in the UK. "Short breaks seem to be the name of the game at the moment," he says. "People can pre-pay, it's all budgeted, so they know exactly what it's going to cost them. I think we are seeing a revival of camping. It's a nice way to get outdoors, get away from the stress without spending too much." That's exactly what Chelsea and Adam Mahony from Manchester did. They booked an impromptu camping trip with their boys Gray and Rex. "We decided last week that we couldn't afford to go abroad this year so we bought a cheap tent online and thought let's just try something closer to home," says Chelsea. "They've got some fresh air and room to run around. It doesn't feel like home which is the main thing really." Andy and Kate Davis from Dudley camp regularly with their children Sam and Poppy. "It's a cheaper holiday than going abroad and we still get a break with the kids," says Andy. This year they've upgraded their kit. "I've bought a new carpet and a new vacuum as well," he says. They're not alone - sports store Decathlon has told the BBC that the number of family tents sold has gone up 60% compared with last year, while GO Outdoors has seen camping equipment sales jump 20%. Both retailers say growing numbers of their customers are upgrading their camping kit likes the Davis family to include luxuries like mattresses, carpets and furniture. Their family camping trip gets a big thumbs-up from six-year-old Poppy: "I just really like coming with my friends and family. I just really like sleeping in a tent, even though my dad really wants a caravan." How we saved hundreds of pounds on our summer holiday Holidays to Spain, Cyprus and Turkey soar in price
BBC News
2 days ago
- BBC News
Britons booking later, closer, shorter UK breaks, travel firms say
UK holidaymakers are leaving it later to book shorter stays closer to home, travel firms are trend is down to people trying to save money while making the most of hot weather, some of the UK's biggest holiday companies have told the says the number of people searching their site in July for a UK trip in the next six weeks was up 28% on last year, while AirBnB says more Brits are "embracing spontaneous getaways close to home". which advertises around 3,000 UK campsites, says a quarter of this year's bookings were made with just two days notice. Sykes Holiday Cottages, with 23,000 properties across the UK, say their the gap between booking and travel has fallen by 8% this added "all signs point to a summer where guests are again choosing quieter, affordable places". 'The whole industry's seeing it' At Butlin's holiday park in Skegness people are making reservations slightly later than in previous years - with bookings up 22% in the last two weeks. "I think the whole industry is seeing it," resort director Andrew Leivers says."The last couple of weeks we've seen a real surge," he adds. "We've got three, four and seven-night breaks... for different people's budgets."Among the 80,000 holidaymakers who will visit the resort this summer is the Harmston family from Lincoln. Mum Kirsty says: "We only booked it about two weeks before we came. We always try and get a last minute deal. We'd saved the money so we knew what our budget was and tried to grab a bargain."She says booking an all-inclusive stay in the UK meant she could keep costs down."The worst thing of going on holiday is everything else is added on top so you've planned your holiday you look at the price you've paid and you've got to pay extra and extra."Kayleigh Fry is at Butlin's for four nights with her sister-in-law Kelly Towers and her children Casey and Corey and their cousin Marley. Kelly says short breaks can be more convenient for families."It's easier. You can take a lot more with you when you stay in this country. There are so many pretty places out there in the UK."Nigel Dutton is the owner of Manor Wood Country Caravan Park. He's noticed people are booking later to take advantage of good weather in the UK. "Short breaks seem to be the name of the game at the moment," he says."People can pre-pay, it's all budgeted, so they know exactly what it's going to cost them. I think we are seeing a revival of camping. It's a nice way to get outdoors, get away from the stress without spending too much."That's exactly what Chelsea and Adam Mahony from Manchester did. They booked an impromptu camping trip with their boys Gray and Rex. "We decided last week that we couldn't afford to go abroad this year so we bought a cheap tent online and thought let's just try something closer to home," says Chelsea."They've got some fresh air and room to run around. It doesn't feel like home which is the main thing really." Andy and Kate Davis from Dudley camp regularly with their children Sam and Poppy."It's a cheaper holiday than going abroad and we still get a break with the kids," says Andy. This year they've upgraded their kit. "I've bought a new carpet and a new vacuum as well," he not alone - sports store Decathlon has told the BBC that the number of family tents sold has gone up 60% compared with last year, while GO Outdoors has seen camping equipment sales jump 20%. Both retailers say growing numbers of their customers are upgrading their camping kit likes the Davis family to include luxuries like mattresses, carpets and family camping trip gets a big thumbs-up from six-year-old Poppy: "I just really like coming with my friends and family. I just really like sleeping in a tent, even though my dad really wants a caravan."
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
Mum's pram stolen at Butlin's - before being returned with 'sticky note'
A single mum says she was left feeling 'scummy' after her family pushchair was pinched during a holiday at Butlin's. Sophie was visiting the Skegness resort with her two children and some family friends when someone stole her son's pram from the buggy storage outside the swimming pool. Sophie was left struggling to get her 10-year-old daughter and four-year-old son back to their holiday apartment. She asked Butlin's staff for help - but claims she was shut down, being advised to spend £21 renting a replacement for the remainder of the holiday. But, to her surprise, her son's pushchair was found three days later - along with a sticky note reading 'loaned for 5 min, sorry + thank you'. READ MORE: Pensioner killed in 'tragic accident' after wife ran him over in car park READ MORE: State Pension age going up in 2026 for people born in certain years "It was more the inconvenience of it," explained Sophie, 38. "I'm disabled, so is my daughter. We came out of swimming carrying a heavy bag of wet clothes and had to phone Butlin's for someone to come and help me because I only made it half way back to the apartment", reports the Manchester Evening News. "My daughter, was overly distressed by the situation. We had to hire another one. They wouldn't even look at the CCTV." Sophie, from Derbyshire, explained she proposed implementing a ticket system for collecting the prams to prevent any being taken, but claims the firm 'aren't interested'. "Three days after it went it was thrown over the swimming pool fence into the external pram park with a note saying it had been borrowed for five minutes," she explained. "A mate of mine discovered it and when we went to retrieve it, we heard over the walkie talkies that another pushchair had just been nicked, it's a regular occurrence." The mother expressed her discomfort at having the pram back after it had been used by someone else. "I felt utterly violated," she confessed. "My little lad's pram had been in someone else's flat and they'd been using it. I felt so grubby using it." Sophie, who visited the holiday park in mid-May, posted about the incident on a Butlin's Skegness Resort Facebook page, sparking outrage among other parents. "Scum, it's high time Butlin's installed CCTV or even provided security in buggy areas," one parent commented. "How on earth can someone think that's acceptable behaviour," questioned another, with a third adding: "The real question is why has someone who clearly needs a pram come on holiday without one? It's incredibly entitled behaviour and I'd be livid." A spokesperson for Butlins chose not to comment on the incident. Get daily headlines and breaking news emailed to you - it's FREE
The Sun
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
UK's biggest holiday park is right on the beach with thousands of caravans, indoor pools and cheap stays
WITH over 2,000 caravans and lodges, the UK's largest holiday park even "gives Butlin's a run for its money". Trecco Bay in Porthcawl, Wales, is one of the largest holiday parks in Europe, and as a result, has a wealth of things to do. 6 6 Upon entering the Parkdean site, there a number of different accommodations to choose from, including lodges and caravans. The lodges can sleep up to eight people and some are pet friendly or have large sunbeds. You can even purchase a caravan from £22,995 if you want to keep on returning. In the centre of the park, you will find the entertainment plaza. When the sun is shining, head to Pirate Crazy Golf for some family fun or bounce on the trampolines. And with the park being so big, you could grab one of the pedal powered karts to get around. For little ones who love an adventure, there is a high ropes course with bridges and swinging ropes and a splash pad as well. Parts of the course even hover above a path where parents can spectate below. Other outdoor activities include archery, hoover boards and bumper zorbs. This holiday park has Maldives-like overwater bungalows If the rain has decided to appear though, there is also loads of things to do inside. The park also puts on shows, and there are Paw Patrol Mighty Missions for little ones. There is also the pool in case you fancy a splash about or you could use the Aqua Jets to dive to the bottom of the pool. For classic family fun, there is a bowling alley as well. And for older kids and gamers, head to the Next Level Gaming Arena where there are over 25 consoles including PS5 and Xbox, to test out. On the practical side, the holiday park also has all the facilities that you would need for a trip away, such as a launderette and supermarket. Rather oddly, the park also has its own roundabout and chapel. 6 6 The park boasts a wealth of eating and drinking options too, so no one in the family can complain there is no food they like. Options include Papa Johns, Burger King and a fish and chippy. For tipples, there are some choices to, including the themed Aloha surf bar complete with totem pole decor and tiki cocktails. And the entire park has a sprawling sandy Blue Flag beach on its doorstep. One visitor said: "We never ran out of things to do. Definitely recommend and I'm planning on going couple times a year." Another visitor said: "I would also say it definitely gives Butlin's a run for its money as we were there only a few weeks ago…" The park underwent a huge £3.5million makeover, where it added the Coast Bar and Kitchen and new caravans. And an arts and crafts den also keeps fidgety children busy. Prices for breaks vary, but can be found as low as £109. Affordable UK holiday park that mums say is like Center Parcs WHILE Center Parcs often proves too costly, Mill Rythe Holiday Park on Hayling Island offers a similar family-friendly experience at a more accessible price point. Many TikTok users have praised this Hampshire park for its value. One family's break, featuring a hot tub, marina views, two pools, soft play, and a splash pad, came in at under £500. Visitors consistently highlight the free swimming, soft play, playgrounds, and splash areas, along with the park's quality entertainment. Mill Rythe provides a range of activities, from mini-archery and crafts to bike rentals, and includes access to both indoor and outdoor pools, plus a splash park and soft play area. Entertainment options include stage shows, live acts, an outdoor cinema, and daily games. Dining choices include The Missing Squirrel and The Green Room restaurants, along with a Catch 22 fish and chip shop. The park offers 85 dog-friendly caravans and lodges. A Luxury Caravan, complete with decking and optional hot tub, can be booked for as little as £273 for a four-night stay in May, equating to £11.38 per person per night. For a more premium experience, the TriBeCa caravan boasts stylish decor and an in-bedroom bath, with seven-night stays starting from £542. There is also a lesser-known UK holiday park which has been named the best in the country. Plus, the five friendliest holiday parks in England – with one even likened to a five-star hotel. 6
