Pontins

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	Pontins
Sagar House, Eccleston, Chorley, Lancashire PR7 5QQ			MAP
tel: (08705) 331 199

An operation which has seen multi-million, investment in accommodation and facilities. UK holidays are booked direct with the property itself. Only properties in the Channel Islands and Ireland are booked at the address above.

Where

Eight family centres in the UK. Six self-catering - Southport, Prestatyn Sands, Brean Sands, Wall Park, Camber Sands and Hemsby - two half-board - Blackpool and Pakefield.

Accommodation

In Popular, Classic or (the best) Club apartments which have patio doors overlooking the gardens, free electricity, express check-in, reserved parking, satellite TV and complimentary kitchen, drinks and toiletry packs.

Facilities

Restaurants, fast food, supermarkets and gift shops.

Activities

At Family Centres swimming pools, family fun bikes, full-sized Powertrax go-karts at five centres, go-karts for adults and children 8+ at all but two parks, and bikes, roller blades, sports equipment for hire. May also be crazy golf, an amusement arcade, petanque, volleyball, short tennis and more.

Entertainment

Bands, cabaret acts, discos, comedy and magic shows.

For Children

Captain Croc Adventurelands for under 8s with Jungle Adventure Playgrounds, Children's Theatres with Sony Play Stations, and Little Tykes play areas for toddlers 1-5 years. Rest areas for parents while keeping an eye on the kids.
It is pointed out that while activities will usually be supervised, this will not replace parental responsibility.

Children's Entertainment

A range of games, quizzes and sports are offered.
Equipment Cots and high chairs usually free.

Childcare

Introduction service to local babysitters offered.

Children's Activities

The Actionpack (8-11s)
Megamix clubs (12-16 years)
Free sessions including quad biking, abseiling, trampolining, climbing, aeroball, snorkelling, fencing and sometimes target sports - supervised by staff trained to national governing body standards. It is pointed out that while activities will usually be supervised, this will not replace parental responsibility.
There are miniature go-karts especially for children 5-8 years at Prestatyn Sands and Camber Sands only. Other options vary from centre to centre but may include an inflatable bouncer, cartoon cinema, outdoor adventure playground, swimming lessons.

Sample Price

Over 16s £280 half board for a week high season. 2-15 years half price. Self-catering for a family of four from £450 per week in a one-bedroom Classic apartment.