Stayed in one of the new refurbished lodges this time and the improvement made it worth leaving the dog in kennels, it was a much nicer environment as the dog friendly ones were showing their age when we were there last time so this time was lovely to have a nicer environment. The tv in the master bedroom was a bonus as we get to escape endless disney channel, and generally the whole experience was very enjoyable, including being able to swim outside till around 9pm in the dark, with the coloured effect lights on and the steam different colours coming off the pool, lovely. Its a great family experience and we will definitely go back again

We love centreparcs,We go every year.Our children are 4 and 20 months and as they grow older there are more interesting things to keep them busy.We love the fresh air,the animals that come to our door and all the activities available.We cook most nights to keep the cost down but treat ourselves to a meal on the last night.Booked for March and cant wait.

We went, we had fun and we came home again. Overall impression was average.

Friends have loved their trips to Center Parcs and despite looking at many times we were always put off by the price but we finally found something that was not too overpriced. We booked a 3 bedroom comfort (the most basic) villa with friends a few weeks beforehand for around £560. For comparison we have stayed in NT cottages in Scotland for a week costing around £300.

The check-in process was simple and effective. We followed the signs to our accommodation dodging the many other cars parked up in and on the verges (some parked more considerately than others). Arriving at our villa we were surprised by how drab it looked from the outside and I thought I had just turned up on an army camp. Inside it was OK but looked a little tired. A smelly fridge was quickly put right by guest services (actually I was very impressed by the customer service).

We went to the pool after unpacking and this was the only time it was quiet so we found a family cubicle - they could certainly do with many more as this was the only time we got one. Given the pool was one of the few things included in the cost we made good use of it over the weekend (spent about 4 hours over the 3 days). It was great fun, warm enough with plenty of slides which the kids could actually use with our help (we had two 5 year old with us). The only negative was the Grand Cascade ride which we knew nothing about initially but by the last day we queued for 20mins and had one go (the ride was great fun but we were not prepared to stand in the queue more than once). The big hit was the outside rapids (we had to get out half way down with our kids).

The biggest disappointment was the activities which did not give good value for money. We prebooked two on each day of the weekend - bike treasure trail (there should be a minimal cost to cover the price of the "prizes" for the kids if any cost at all but it did give us a good idea of the location of things), Wizards Party (best value for money of the weekend), Aerial Adventure (very short in comparison to Go Ape and would have been over in 30mins if it was not for a very slow person in front), pony ride (£16 for 7 mins on the pony - really!!!!) and Little Outlaws archery (had to point out it was a 30min session after the instructor finished it after 15mins. When we asked the kids which was their favourite it was Little Outlaws.

We cooked our own dinner on Fri/Sat and lunch on Sat so only ate out twice - lunch at the Pancake House which was good and dinner at Hucks which was average at best (costly due to the large portion sizes). Both had excellent kids play areas and the kids menus were good value (similar to those on the high street).

We enjoyed the no car freedom which meant the kids could cycle most places (it was a little hilly so there was some walking in places for the kids). It was a very cold weekend but we still spent plenty of time outside exploring the huge site. In fact it was almost too big so a map was required at all times. The site comprised mainly of accommodation and I think they have too many people on site. Yes, I know it was half term so probably one of their busiest periods but I think it would be better with less people. Even when cycling around there was lots of "watch out for the other people" shouted out to the kids ahead on their bikes.

Overall, we enjoyed the weekend but I would not hurry back to any CP site. The Feb half-term is a difficult holiday to get right in the UK. The kids certainly enjoyed the break and the plethora of activities available means there is something for everyone. However, we've had just as much fun staying in B&B's in Totnes and cottages in Scotland. It was nice not to use the car so another win for CP on that front but we did the same in Totnes last October. The kids got to do lots of safe cycling but this is easily achievable on the traffic free cycle paths all around the country. I think the cost of the whole experience will always come back to any review and it is this that leads me to give an average score. I won't rave about it to friends. I will probably return at some point in the future and it will always be an option at the back of my mind but I am not in any rush.

If you have not been before and just read my review I would say give it a go but be prepared for a costly weekend.

What an amazing time at center parcs......the whole experience was fantastic i cant really say enough about this place. our accommodation was great location so easily unpacked and took our vehicle back to the carpark. plenty of accessories to cook and eat in so we were happy to do this as we had a toddler with us. the beds are very comfy but i would advise to take your own pillow if you are a fussy person at bedtime. there is so much to do for families, lots of swimming which the little one loved her time in the pool and on the slides. the rapids are great fun we even got to swim in the outdoor pool whilst it was snowing :O we ate at the sports cafe a few times its nice but quite expensive, the boys did archery and the gold range both great value for money. we all did the aerial adventure you need plenty of energy for this one and lots of balance what an experience. people seem to moan about lots of kids but this is center parcs its suppose to be for families etc so if you want to be away from children go somewhere else. overall a brilliant time at center parcs cant wait to book our next trip this year in the summer :)