FAMILY FUN
Treat the family to a hassle-free island break close to home . You ’ ll find all the ingredients for a holiday for all ages : beautiful beaches , natural landscapes , extensive activities , amazing attractions and family-friendly accommodation .
The Railway Walk The Needles
St Ouen ’ s Beach and Rocco Tower
ACTIVITIES GALORE
Whatever the weather there ’ s lots to occupy all ages on both land and sea . Try watersports such as kayaking , windsurfing , stand-up paddle boarding or coasteering . If you prefer dry land , hire a bike and explore your island sustainably , perhaps go horse riding , play tennis or book a round of golf . With so much to do , there won ’ t be a problem getting younger family members to unplug from digital distractions and burn off energy in the great outdoors !
BEACH FUN
Our featured islands have a variety of beaches , some with vast expanses of sands ideal for sandcastles and ball games ; some with shallow waters for splashing around or seeking out sea creatures in the rock pools , and others with rolling waves to please surfers . You may also fancy joining Jersey Walk Adventures for a rockpool ramble . They offer a range of walks exploring the internationally recognised Ramsar Wetlands site , a marine version of Jersey National Park . Don ’ t miss their Bioluminescence trip ( advance booking required ), where you head out after dark at low tide in search of tiny creatures like fireflies or glow worms . Further details can be found at jerseywalkadventures . com .
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATTRACTIONS
Days filled with fun , laughs and adventures are guaranteed at each of the various island attractions ; here are just a few of our favourites : -
In Jersey , don ’ t miss Jump Jersey , an indoor activity centre with a trampoline park , climbing walls and soft play area ; aMaizin ! Adventure Park ; Valley Adventure Centre ; and the worldfamous Jersey Zoo , whose mission is to save species from extinction .
In Guernsey the whole family will love Oatlands Village with its myriad of attractions , or head to Pirate Bay Adventure Golf for some fun over 12 exciting , interactive and challenging holes .
On the Isle of Wight , imaginations will run wild at Blackgang Chine Adventure Park ; Robin Hill Country Park has a blend of rides , falconry and adventure play ; while those with a head for heights can take a chairlift at The Needles .
The Isle of Man has popular Mooragh Park , Onchan Pleasure Park and Ape Mann Adventure Park which has a family ropes course and 300 foot long zip wire !
In Shetland , get up close to nature at Sumburgh Head or at the Mousa RSPB Nature Reserve ; explore the rockpools at St Ninian ’ s ; visit the Shetland Crofthouse Museum in Dunrossness ; take a walk on the wild side to Eshaness ; or perhaps visit Scalloway Castle .
In Orkney discover farm museums and quiet shores with basking seals ; Viking sites and burial chambers to explore ; or delve into wartime history at Scapa Flow .
On the Isle of Lewis , children are sure to be captivated by Callanish Alpacas .
CLOSE TO HOME
With minimal travel and no jet-lag , a holiday close to home is the hasslefree holiday you and your family have been longing for , with childfriendly restaurants , hotels with family rooms and self-catering options too . Each of our islands are also delightfully compact , so you ’ re also never far from the next exciting experience .
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