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Swimming pools play a major role in any family holiday. They're where kids burn through endless energy and the whole family can enjoy quality time together.
When the British weather decides to throw a typical rainy day tantrum your way, the heated indoor pools become your go-to spot. You won't need to worry about checking the forecast to have a brilliant time.
All 38 Haven holiday parks come equipped with heated swimming facilities. Safety is taken seriously with fully qualified lifeguards supervising all swimming sessions. Both indoor and outdoor pools maintain comfortable temperatures throughout the season.
Every park features a heated indoor pool as standard with many offering simple designs perfect for getting some swimming laps in. Others pack in exciting features like flumes and slides that will keep the kids entertained for hours.
When you book a Haven package, you get access to the swimming pools during your stay. You can book up to 14 indoor swim slots per holiday booking. Each session lasts 60 minutes.
Indoor swim slots become available to book four weeks before your break starts. You can make your bookings through the My Haven app or online at haven.com/experience.
Outdoor pools operate between May half term and the August bank holiday, weather permitting. Most standalone outdoor pools don't require booking. However, at some parks with indoor connections, you'll need an indoor pool booking to access the outdoor facilities.
Haven operates four spectacular water parks that take family swimming to another level. These aren't your average pools!
Located in Norfolk at Seashore, this £6.5 million water park opened in 2019. The Coastal Cyclone flume comes with an Activity Cam so you can capture your descent. The four-lane water slide features illuminated water effects that make every ride special.
Scotland's largest indoor water park sits at Craig Tara in Ayrshire. This multi-level complex features a lazy river, multi-lane water slides and an interactive flume with speed timing. The newest addition includes three crystal clear sections where spectators can watch riders zoom past. Water features include a giant tipping bucket and Noodle Falls, all watched over by colourful penguin mascots.
The North Wales location at Hafan y Mor boasts another impressive Splashaway Bay. You'll find a multi-lane water slide, lazy river, tipping water bucket, spraying fountains and much more. The sheer variety of features means every visit feels fresh.
Over in Yorkshire, Primrose Valley hosts an Adventure Pool that brings excitement to the east coast. This water park delivers thrills for the whole family.
Lazy rivers provide a relaxing way to float along at your own pace. They wind through the pool complexes, sometimes connecting different areas. Some feature powerful poolside jets for a bit of excitement along the route.
You'll find lazy rivers at seven Haven parks including Marton Mere in Blackpool, Perran Sands in Cornwall, Presthaven in North Wales, Reighton Sands in Yorkshire, and Cleethorpes Beach in Lincolnshire.
At Weymouth Bay in Dorset and Riviere Sands in Cornwall, you can actually swim between the indoor and outdoor pools through connecting passages!
Beyond regular swimming, Haven offers exciting water-based activities. Some activities are free whilst others carry a small additional charge.
These powered submersibles let you twist and turn underwater using hand controls. Perfect for confident swimmers aged 8 and above who can swim 25 metres unaided.
Kids step inside these transparent inflatable bubbles and walk or roll across the water's surface. Great fun for children aged 5 and over in inflatable pools, or aged 8 and above in pools that are 1.1 metres deep.
Small powered inflatables similar to child-friendly jet skis. Kids zoom around the pool area making memories that last well beyond the holiday. Suitable for children aged 5 to 7 years.
Think of a pedalo boat designed specifically for the pool with oversized wheels. Children pedal as fast as they can to create a splash! Suitable for ages 4 to 8 years.
With 60 pools in total across the Haven estate, you're never far from a splash. Whether you choose the coastal parks of Devon, the beaches of Essex, the shores of Kent, or venture to Scotland, heated swimming facilities await.
Parks in Somerset, Sussex, Pembrokeshire, Northumberland and The Lakes all feature quality swimming facilities designed for families.
Seven Haven parks offer dedicated babies and tots paddling pools. These shallow areas provide a safe environment for the youngest members of your family to splash about. You'll find them at Burnham-on-Sea, Doniford Bay, Church Farm, Combe Haven, Craig Tara, Seton Sands and Hafan y Mor.
The simpler pool designs work brilliantly for little ones who are learning to swim and build confidence in the water.
Haven's family-focused approach extends to every aspect of the swimming facilities. The combination of indoor and outdoor options means you'll always find somewhere to swim regardless of weather conditions.
Space Bowls at Cleethorpes Beach, Marton Mere and Combe Haven will leave thrill-seekers dizzy with excitement. The array includes 11 indoor flumes and 3 outdoor flumes across the parks.
With heated facilities, qualified supervision and bookable sessions, you can plan your pool time around the rest of your holiday activities. Book your swimming slots in advance to secure your preferred times.