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Holidays in Bedfordshire

Just an hour from London in beautiful rural Bedfordshire, Woburn Forest is one of our newest and most modern villages. You’ll find a range of activities, restaurants and accommodation types within a compact 300-acre site that’s ideal for young families.

  • Discover theSubtropical Swimming Paradisewith the biggest selection of rides and slides
  • Relax in the Aqua Sana Spa, with 25 experiences including the world-first Mineral Room
  • Reduced travel times around the village helps you pack in even more fun!
  • Discover hidden gems such as the ‘Hugging Tree’ and secret picnic areas
  • A haven for wildlife including Muntjac deer, hedgehogs and lizards
  • Stay in extra modern, comfortable accommodation

All our villages are cashless and can no longer accept cash payments, including for the purchase of gift cards.

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How to get to Center Parcs, Woburn Forest

If you’re using a sat nav to get to Woburn Forest, the address you need is: Woburn Forest, Bedford, MK45 2HZ.

For more detailed directions, click below to plan your route on Google Maps.

If you aren’t arriving by car, let us help make your arrival as smooth as possible. Just give us a call on 01525 842855.

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London St Pancras to Flitwick by rail

You can enjoy ten percent discount off these approx. 50-minute train journeys, with our partner, Govia Thameslink Railway. Those requiring disabled access must notify Govia Thameslink Railway at time of ticket purchase, who will book transportation from Bedford station (which does have disabled access).

We offer a complimentary Guest Shuttle Service to transport guests to and from Flitwick Train Station to the Hotel Reception on Mondays and Fridays. This is available from 10:30am to 19:00pm and you can phone our Guest Services team at Woburn Forest for more information on 01525 842855.

* only available on Mondays and Fridays

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Discover our lodge types at Woburn Forest

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From 1 to 6 bedrooms, sleeps from 1 to 12 guests

Woodland Lodges

Practical and popular, our fully-equipped, family-friendly Woodland Lodges feature:

  • Open-plan living area
  • Modern kitchen
  • Private patio
  • Comfortable bedrooms

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From 1 to 4 bedrooms, sleeps from 1 to 8 guests

Executive Lodges

Everything that’s included in a Woodland Lodge, plus added comforts for a relaxing break:

  • Ensuite in all bedrooms
  • Flat screen TV in all bedrooms
  • Hydrobath
  • Some Executive Lodges include a sauna, hot tub or games room

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4 bedrooms, sleeps from 1 to 8 guests

Exclusive Lodges

The next level of luxury, our Exclusive Lodges offer added premium features:

  • Sauna, steam room and outdoor hot tub
  • Games room with pool table
  • Ensuite in all bedrooms

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1 to 2 bedrooms, sleeps from 1 to 4 people

Hotels and Apartments

Ideal for couples, our stylish apartments and hotel rooms can be found with woodland or lakeside views. They include:

  • Furnished patio or balcony
  • Ensuite shower room
  • Self-catering facilities including coffee machine
  • Twin or double beds

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4 bedrooms, sleeps from 1 to 8 guests

Treehouses

Our spectacular Treehouses are perfect for special occasions, featuring:

  • Private outdoor hot tub
  • Dedicated Treehouse Host
  • Games den with pool table
  • Ensuite bathrooms
  • Entertainment system
  • Private infrared sauna
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Accessible accommodation

At Center Parcs, our accessible accommodation is designed for guests with disabilities to enjoy a relaxing and comfortable break, giving you complete peace of mind. Our adapted lodges are designed for those with reduced mobility, with dedicated disabled parking nearby, ramps to access your accommodation, lowered countertops, handrails throughout, walk-in / wheel-in showers and more so that all guests can have fun in the forest.

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Woburn forest hot tub lodges

Add a touch of luxury booking a lodge with a hot tub. Our hot tub lodges have everything you need for a perfectrelaxing holiday, andfeature a private and secluded outdoor hot tub. With a glass in hand and good company at your side, our hot tub holidays are perfect for aromantic getawayor a specialfamily break.

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Dog-friendly holidays at Woburn Forest

Our dog friendly accommodation is designed with dogs in mind, including:

  • Vertical door handles to prevent escapes
  • Wooden flooring throughout making it easy to clean up any little accidents
  • A tether ring on your lodge patio so your dog can join you outside

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Activities at Woburn Forest

Discover a range of activities for all ages at Woburn Forest.

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Escape the Forest - Explorer's Quest

Head into the heart of the forest to discover the secrets of a mysterious explorer and find the lost treasure in a thrilling escape room quest for up to six people. Minimum age 8 years. Available at Woburn Forest.

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Archery Adventure

All about accuracy, Archery Adventure will bring out your competitive side as you complete archery-themed challenges. Minimum age 6 years.Available at Whinfell Forest and Woburn Forest.

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The Drop Jump

Test your mettle as you climb the Tower and leap down onto a giant inflatable Air Bag. Will you be brave enough to jump from the highest platform, a whopping 10 metres tall? Minimum age 8 years. Available at Woburn Forest and Elveden Forest.

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Pickleball

A paddle sport like no other, Pickleball combines Badminton, Tennis and Table Tennis all in one. Available at Woburn Forest, Longleat Forest, Elveden Forest and Sherwood Forest.

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What's new at Woburn Forest

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Hot tubs at Woburn Forest

We have upgraded a number of our 3-bedroom Executive Lodges at Woburn Forest, with the addition of brand-new private hot tubs, which at Woburn Forest were only available in our Exclusive Lodges and Treehouses.We plan to upgrade some more of these this year.

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Vitalé Café Bar at Woburn Forest

Taking inspiration from our surroundings, the forest, Vitalé Café Bar at Woburn Forest has undergone a refresh. Bringing the outside in with decorative foliage and large glass windows that allow you to enjoy your lunch or afternoon treat whilst looking out into the trees.

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Electric Vehicle Charging Points

Our new Electric Vehicle charging points have been introduced at all of our villages, allowing guests to pre-book a space online for piece of mind.

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See what our guests are saying

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Good time had by all

@Shirleyd652018 - May 2024, Woburn Forest

We had a great time as a family. It was our first time at Woburn Forest, but not at centre parcs. The size of the park was just right for the children who were 3 and under, with lots of activities to keep them occupied. The lodge was comfy and warm with great facilities. The weather even managed to stay dry for most of the week.

Excellent birthday weekend

@David N- May 2024, Woburn Forest

I celebrated my birthday with a group of 10 friends at Centre Parcs Woburn. Two adjacent "executive" lodges were perfect as every couple had ensuites, and the bigger lodge had space for the 10 of us to eat together. We enjoyed the pool, bowling, crazy golf, playing pool and plenty of eating and drinking!
A particular highlight was dinner at the Amalfi restaurant, where our waitress Jessica looked after us very well, and even brought me a pudding with a candle on it!
We all have fond memories of CPs over the years with the kids, and it was just as nice to be back as a group of older grown ups!

Our new annual holiday

@Kimberley H- February 2024, Woburn Forest

This was our first time using Centre Parcs and we were incredibly impressed. The entire site is amazingly clean, well thought out and child friendly. Cannot recommend enough, we will definitely be making this our annual holiday. The lodge was well laid out and spacious for us and the other family we shared with, well equipped and we managed to things like extra bedrails without fuss the same day - so easy! The onsite activities were excellent, the children really enjoyed the jet-skiing and the mini-off-roading. Cannot wait to go again next year!

Another fantastic time :-)

@JaneO'G- August 2023, Woburn Forest

We’ve been visiting CPs since 1994 so can’t imagine not having a wonderful, fun, relaxing, memorable time, every time. We’ve visited all UK sites and each offers something slightly different, but with the same Center Parcs relaxed, away-from-it all vibe, whether spending time with friends or family, it’s always brilliant.

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What's included

All of our Center Parcs villages have the same key features that make for a perfect short break:

  • Up to 400 acres of beautiful forest to explore
  • Free entry to theSubtropical Swimming Paradise water park, with rides, slides and splash pools
  • Alake and beach to enjoy
  • Up to 200 activities for all ages and fitness levels to add to your break
  • Adventure playgrounds and picturesque picnic areas

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Breaks in Bedfordshire

Whether you’re ready for a family holiday or a couple looking for a relaxing romantic escape, there’s something for everyone at Center Parcs.

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Breaks for couples

Escape to the forest on a relaxing and romantic short break for two.

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Family short breaks

Get the whole family together and make unforgettable memories.

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Activity short breaks

With up to 200 activities from peaceful to pulse-racing, the possibilities are endless.

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Forest short breaks

Reconnect with nature and recharge your batteries on a short break in the forest.

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Babymoon short breaks

Relax in the forest on a pregnancy holiday before your little one arrives.

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Woburn Forest news

Booked a break at Center Parcs Woburn Forest? Read the latest news from Woburn Forest.

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Meet our staff

Meet some of our employees and find out why they love working for Center Parcs.

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Tastes of the Amalfi Coast

Transport yourself to the Amalfi coast with fresh flavours of classic Italian dishes at our new restaurant, Amalfi, unique to Woburn Forest

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What’s so special about Woburn Forest?

Woburn Forest is our newest UK village, situated in rural Bedfordshire. Despite being just an hour outside of London, you’ll feel a million miles away from the city with 365 acres of tranquil forest to explore. Discover what makes Woburn Forest so special.

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A family of hedgehogs loves Center Parcs too

We’ve discovered one of our lodges at Woburn Forest has been keeping a secret…

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The living roof at Woburn Forest

The staff at Center Parcs are very passionate about wildlife and are always trying to find new ways of making our forests inviting to all plants and creatures great and small. And they’ve definitely made a friendly environment up on those roofs.

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