Now for a genuinely surprising fact: Center Parcs estimates that families spend an average of 47% of their time outdoors during a summer break. That’s according to their own internal research. So this space isn’t just a fancy addition—it’s statistically inevitable. They’re basically admitting, “Yes, you paid for a villa with a kitchen, but we know you’ll just stand in the rain wondering where the fun went.” This new space is their answer: fun, delivered to your soggy doorstep.
And here’s a wild historical fact you can use to impress your mates: the original Center Parcs concept was inspired by the Dutch campsites of the 1960s. Back then, entertainment meant “a man with an accordion.” Now, it means a woman in lycra spinning fire while children scream “Look, mummy, she’s on fire!” Progress, baby.
So, is the new Summer Entertainment Space worth a trip to Nottinghamshire? Frankly, if you’ve got kids under the age of 12, it’s mandatory. The watersplash area alone will buy you at least 90 minutes of unsupervised peace (while you sip that overpriced latte). The silent disco will give you a story for the next office coffee break. And the live aerialist? That’s just epic chaos.
Book now, secure your spot, and prepare for the wettest, loudest, most gloriously ridiculous family holiday of your life. And if you see a dad crying in the quiet zone, just nod. He’ll have forgotten his headphones.
