Sunday, 19 April 2020

Rockley Park Haven Tried & Tested

We have visited Rockley Park Poole twice and both times luckily enough to have AMAZING weather and the best time.

I can 100% recommend Rockley Park although if you have mobility issues it might be a problem as it is quite hilly.

The site has everything you would expect from a Haven site. Swimming pools, arcade, play areas, Mash & Barrel, Live Lounge, crazy golf and trampolines (these are paid for activities). Rockley Park also has its own beach access which is a huge selling point. Sometimes these beaches can be a bit disappointing but Rockley Park was lovely. Safe and clean with a harbour, café and play area. You can participate in watersports (paid activity) do a spot of crab fishing.

The swimming pool was a hit with the kids with a water slide and small splash park. I thought it was a tad small but it was perfectly adequate and in the warmer months the outside area will be open so everyone can spread out a little more.

Rockley Park has a lovely lay out and is one of the few sites where you do not need to access the arcade to get to other facilities. It looks fresh and clean and I liked the beachy look of the main complex.

Whilst in Poole my top things to do nearby are:

Bournemouth Oceanarium only about 25 minute drive away this Oceanarium has a vast array of creatures. Sharks, turtles, stingrays, jellyfish, penguins and the cute otter family. £8.50 per child and £11.95 per adult. Family tickets are available for reduced prices.

Corfe Castle nearby National Trust property which is also approx 25 minute drive. You can climb & explore the old castle, enjoy a cream tea at the onsite cafe (amazing scones!) and see the steam train pass by.

Crab fishing at Rockley Park beach My kids loved this. Minimal cost & onsite. We spent hours here crab fishing, collecting shells and paddling in the sea.