When you think of holiday parks, you might picture family fun, cosy lodges, or adventures in the great outdoors. But behind the scenes, holiday parks are doing something even bigger: they are helping communities thrive.
From planting trees and protecting wildlife, to raising thousands for local charities, supporting village shops, and creating spaces where neighbours can come together – holiday parks across the UK are proving they are about much more than holidays.
Every coffee morning, raffle ticket, and footpath cleared is part of a bigger story: one of care, connection, and commitment to people and places. And when you choose a holiday park stay, you are part of that story too.
Explore the inspiring ways holiday parks are making a difference – one community, one project, one smile at a time.
Parks are purpose-driven businesses, led by forward-thinking entrepreneurs who understand that social value and financial sustainability go hand in hand. By investing in their local areas, supporting jobs, and leading on environmental initiatives, these business owners are shaping a stronger future for UK communities.
The Parks Make Places campaign is a nationwide initiative that showcases the real-world impact of holiday and residential parks in the UK. It celebrates the role they play in strengthening communities, supporting sustainability, and powering the economy.
Holiday parks matter for several reasons. They provide high-quality, single-storey housing options, which can help with local housing shortages. Holiday parks contribute significantly to the UK’s visitor economy, generating £12.2 billion annually and boosting local businesses. Parks also help keep rural services alive and are leaders in environmental initiatives like carbon reduction and flood resilience.
The parks industry supports over 226,000 full-time jobs and contributes £7.2 billion in Gross Value Added (GVA) to the UK economy each year. Holiday parks alone generate £12.2 billion in visitor spending annually.
