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Summer is in full swing and many Britons may be bypassing an overseas holiday in favour of something a little closer to home. While it’s often recommended that you book far in advance to get the best deals on a holiday, there are plenty of last-minute deals boasting lucrative savings. 

Though August tends to be the busiest summer month for UK staycations, big-name parks including Center Parcs, Haven and Parkdean all have space left – with some purse-friendly savings to go along with them.

But, as is always the case with a last-minute deal, these savvy savings won’t be around for long and the best offers are usually snapped up the quickest. So, if you do see something that catches your eye, it’s best to snap up the deal as soon as possible.

If you are looking for a holiday a little further afield, the good news is many budget airlines are offering summer savings too. You can read our guide to the best Jet2 deals right now or the latest easyJet deals. Alternatively, British Airways has a few destinations on sale throughout the year, and TUI is offering savings on both flights and package holidays.

Scroll down for some of the best deals on offer at UK holiday parks this August, or click on the links to jump to the relevant section.

Best Haven holiday deals

Haven offers UK holidays in or within a stone’s throw of seaside destinations across England, Scotland and Wales. Many of its parks offer an array of self-catering holidays, space for touring caravans and camper vans and holiday home ownership options.

And there’s more to the stay than just cosy accommodation, with many sites offering access to swimming pools and even waterparks at select locations.

There are also restaurants and takeaway options on most sites, access to entertainment and arcades and activities for the whole family to enjoy. At the moment, Haven has a selection of holidays on offer for the summer months – but the best deals are likely to go fast.

Express.co.uk has independently searched the latest deals on offer from Haven to find some of the best:

• Three nights for four guests at Golden Sands Lincolnshire – £229pp for a Haven Hideaway stay
  (including accommodation, arcades and restaurant access) Friday, August 18 to Monday, August 21, 2023
• Three nights for four guests at Golden Sands Lincolnshire – £309pp for a Haven Holiday
  (including access to swimming, free and paid activities) Friday, August 18 to Monday, August 21 2023

• Three nights for four guests at Doniford Bay, Somerset – £259pp for a Haven Hideaway Stay
  (including accommodation, arcades and restaurant access) Friday, August 18 to Monday, August 21, 2023

• Three nights for four guests at Blue Dolphin, Yorkshire – £255pp for a Haven Hideaway Stay
  (including accommodation, arcades and restaurant access) Friday, August 18 to Monday, August 21, 2023

• Three nights for four guests at Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset – £279pp For a Haven Hideaway Stay
  (including accommodation, arcades and restaurant access) Friday, August 11 to Monday, August 14, 2023

• Four nights for four guests at Thorpe Park, Lincolnshire – £365 for a Haven holiday
  (including accommodation, arcades and restaurant access) Monday, August 14 to Friday, August 18, 2023

• Four nights for four guests at Skegness, Lincolnshire – £375 for a Haven holiday
  (including accommodation, arcades and restaurant access) Monday, August 14 to Friday, August 18, 2023

Best Away Resorts holiday deals

Away Resorts has more than 20 holiday parks across the UK, offering a variety of accommodation including lodges, caravans and holiday homes – plus the option of holiday home ownership.

Each holiday park location sits with an area of natural beauty, or is within easy reach of national parks, beaches and other places of interest.

As well as a variety of different accommodation types, sites also offer their own amenities, such as hot tubs, bookable activities, entertainment and restaurant – though these vary based on location.

Express.co.uk has independently searched the latest summer deals on offer from Away Resorts to find some of the best:

• Three nights for two guests at Appletree, Lincolnshire – from £284pp
  Friday, August 11 to Monday, August 14, 2023
  

• Three nights for two guests at St Helens, Isle of Wight – from £351pp
  Friday, August 11 to Monday, August 14, 2023

• Three nights touring and camping spot (pet-friendly) at St Ives Bay, Cornwall – from £216pp
  Friday, August 11 to Monday, August 14, 2023

• Four nights for a standard grass pitch (no electric) at East Fleet Farm, Weymouth – from £112pp
  Monday, August 14, 2023, to Friday, August 18, 2023

Best Parkdean holiday deals

Parkdean Resorts is the “UK’s largest holiday park operator”, according to their spokesperson, with over 66 parks across the country in both rural and coastal locations.

Guests can choose from touring and camping options, as well as caravan and lodge stays, glamping, cottage and chalet stays, and even luxurious hot tub holidays.

Plus at select parks, guests can enjoy the use of swimming pools, kids’ clubs and family entertainment.

Express.co.uk has independently searched the latest deals on offer from Parkdean to find some of the best:

• Three nights in a caravan for up to six guests at Wemyss Bay in Scotland – from £249pp 
  Friday, August 18  to Monday, August 21, 2023
  

• Three nights in a Sizewell Chalet for up to two guests at Summerfields Holiday Park, East Anglia and Lincolnshire – from £259pp
  Friday, August 18 to Monday, August 21, 2023

• Three nights in an apartment for up to six guests at Torquay Holiday Park, Devon – from £339pp
  

  Friday, 18 August – Monday, 21 August 2023

• Three nights in a static caravan for up to two guests at Barmston Beach Holiday Park, Yorkshire – from £349pp
  Friday, 18 August – Monday, 21 August 2023

All holidays are accurate at the time of writing (August 2023) but are subject to availability.

Best Center Parcs holiday deals

Center Parcs is perhaps one of the most popular holiday parks in the UK, with six locations across the country. However, this popularity also often means soaring prices, especially at peak periods of the year.

But, even with the summer holidays upon us, there are some deals on offer for holidaymakers who have left things to the last minute.

As well as a selection of apartments and lodges, Center Parcs also gives guests access to swimming pools, indoor and outdoor activities for the whole family and on-site restaurants.

Express.co.uk has independently searched the latest deals on offer from Center Parcs to find some of the best:

• Four nights in a three-bedroom New Style Woodland Lodge in Elvedon Forest – from £1,299
  Monday, August 7th, 2023 – Friday, August 11th, 2023 

• Three nights in a four-bedroom New Style Woodland Lodge in Longleat Forest – from £1,599
  Friday August 11th, 2023 – Monday, August 14th, 2023

• Four nights in a three-bedroom New Style Woodland Lodge in Whinfell Forest – from £1,399
  Monday, August 21 to Friday, August 25, 2023

Best Pontins holiday deals

Since its birth in 1946, Pontins has become a UK summer tradition for many generations of families. The family holiday provider has parks at five coastal locations across the nation, including Southport, Prestatyn, Pakefield, Camber Sands, Sand Bay and Brean Sands.

Accommodation includes apartments and Bungalows, completely kitted out for a self-catering holiday. However, most sites do have a fast food outlet or restaurant on-site, as well as a shop for last-minute essentials.

Express.co.uk has independently searched the latest deals on offer from Pontins to find some of the best:

• Two nights in a one-bedroom apartment (based on four sharing) at Camber Sands – from £159p
  Saturday, August 12 to Monday, August 14, 2023

• Three nights in a one-bedroom apartment (based on four sharing) at Prestatyn Sands – from £159
  Friday, August 25 to Sunday, August 27, 2023

• Three nights in a one-bedroom apartment (based on four sharing) at Camber Sands – from £159
  Friday, August 25 to Sunday, August 27, 2023

• Four nights in a one-bedroom apartment (based on four sharing) at Southport – from £119
  Monday, August 28 to Thursday, August 31, 2023

All holidays are accurate at the time of writing (August 2023) but are subject to availability.

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