Festival featuring all the biggest and best names from the world of alternative music, such asThe Beat, Boomtown Rats, stars from Simple Minds, and many more.
Eddie and the Hot Rods are a pub rock band from Essex founded in 1975. They are best known for their 1977 UK top ten hit "Do Anything You Wanna Do"
The band they called the 'Dustbin Men Of Punk' have done more shows in the last 5 years than since its conception in 1976.
Test your nerve on our purpose-built high ropes course, at 16 metres high it’s the biggest in Europe! If you're a thrill seeker then why not try our Zip Wire too!
Whatever the weather’s doing outside you can enjoy sub-tropical temperatures in our amazing indoor waterworld. Get your adrenaline pumping on the rapids or embark on some post-party recovery in our relaxing bubble pools!
Hotshots Sports Bar is the place to be if you want to flex your bowling muscles and show those pins who’s boss. Open from 10am ‘til midnight you’ll have loads of time to fit this round your partying, and if you think you’ve over-indulged just a little too much, just remember: this counts as a sport!
For all those adrenalin junkies out there, the funfair will keep you on your toes. Each resort has a selection of hair-raising, high-speed rides. But if you don’t fancy yourself as a speed-freak, we’ve got some more sedate rides up our sleeves too. From April to October ride whatever you like, as many times as you like, and all for free.
Arguably one of the best rides at the Funfair, the Dodgems were actually first introduced to the UK by Billy Butlin. What can we say? We’re trendsetters! Join your pals for a scoot round the track – no licence required!
Centre Stage is where you'll find the best live bands and DJs. With amazing sound and lighting, plenty of bars and a huge dancefloor, you’ll be partying into the early hours.
Whether it’s cosmos with the girls, pints with the guys, or cocktails for two; you'll find the perfect place to drink at every Resort. We’ve got stylish bars or cosy traditional pubs – kick-start your night, or finish it off, however you want.
The perfect party location – non-stop music and entertainment by night plus so much to do and fantastic facilities to enjoy by day. Whether you’re after a rush of adrenalin or a simple dip in the pool, we offer a fantastic choice of action-packed pursuits and places for relaxation, and much of it’s free.
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