SANDY BALLS HOLIDAY PARK NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE S andy Balls holiday park is a mid-size/large holiday park situated on the edge of the New Forest. The park is operated by Away Resorts, which owns 25 UK holiday parks and enjoys a good reputation, making it one of the major staycation UK operators along with Haven and Parkdean. Sandy Balls, a beautiful holiday park situated just outside Fordingbridge, has long attracted visitors and caravan owners, as well as holidaymakers hiring for a short break, with its outstanding views of the Forest. Its name dates back to Henry VII, when the site appeared on maps and other documents as Sandyballas, the name given to the dome-shaped outcrops of sand and gravel on its western boundary. During your visit, you can explore many of these outcrops, including Good Friday Hill and Giant's Grave. If you decide to explore off site, Salisbury and Bournemouth have plenty to offer, and both Paultons Park (Peppa Pig World) and Beaulieu are only half an hour away. At the village centre, there is a soft play area, an arcade, a toddler's play park, a boules court, a shop, an entertainment room, a restaurant, takeaway and a pub. At Aubrey's Forest Kitchen, you can enjoy Italian cuisine, including takeaway pizzas, The Woodside offers great pub food, while at Woodside Takeaway you can order all kinds of family friendly food, including fish and chips and jacket potatoes. Our Lodge The weather was beautiful during our long weekend stay at the luxury Zen Cabin. A three-hour drive from home brought instant relaxation as we soaked in the hot tub and basked in the sunshine in the shade of leafy oak trees. As an added bonus, our luxurious cabin at Sandy Balls was pet-friendly, so we were able to explore the stunning New Forest with Chip, our beloved pet pooch. Our ultimate ‘The Zen’ chill-out cabin was well-appointed and is ideal for couples and families alike, sleeping up to seven people. Open-plan living area and comfortable wraparound sofa make this apartment ideal for autumn or winter breaks, with plenty of space to relax and socialize. Our verdict Away Resorts' Sandy Balls Holiday Village in the New Forest is ideal for family get-togethers and quality family time, whether you are looking after your own children or grandchildren. Located just outside Fordingbridge, the park is close to the New Forest, so your lodge or caravan (and hot tub) is sure to be among the trees. Amazing Destinations 127
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