Best Christmas markets and attractions near Scotland
Scotland offers top festive experiences near Haven's Craig Tara and Seton Sands parks, from Edinburgh's Winter Festival to indoor markets and light trails.
Festive Breaks at Haven
Christmas & New Year
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Christmas & New Year breaks available at nine parks
What's included in your festive break
You’ll find all the festive touches that make Christmas magical when you stay with us at Haven, including cosy, central heated accommodation with a pre-lit Christmas tree and a brilliant programme of themed, pre-bookable activities and entertainment the whole family will love.
So spend the most wonderful time of the year at Haven, with festive breaks available at some of our wonderful parks in November and December. No hidden surprises, just a Christmas you’ll always remember.
Which Haven parks host festive breaks?
For November and December 2026, we'll be bringing festive fun to a great range of Haven parks spreading the Christmas cheer even further across the UK. Our 2026 festive parks include:
Scotland Craig Tara, Seton Sands
Blackpool Cala Gran
Devon Devon Cliffs
North Wales Hafan y Mor
Kent Kent Coast
Yorkshire Primrose Valley
Dorset Rockley Park
Norfolk Seashore
Christmas Dinner and festive food at Haven
We're still cooking up our festive food plans, but you can be sure we'll have plenty of yummy food, drinks and snacks available in our on-park restaurants, pubs and franchise venues.
If you're staying with us for Christmas Day itself, you'll be able to book your Christmas Dinner in advance, and we'll be in touch with more details and how to book.
Parks with a J D Wetherspoon pub as their main venue (Primrose Valley, Kent Coast, Devon Cliffs) may have different plans, which we'll notify you about in advance.
Dining reservations on Christmas Day are limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. We can't guarantee availability for Christmas Day reservations when you make your holiday booking.
All of our franchise brands will also be available - delivery and click and collect will be available at all sites (opening times may vary).
You'll also be welcome to cook up a feast in your self-catering accommodation. If you plan to do this, we'd advise a smaller option like turkey fillets to make sure it fits in the oven.
Festive entertainment and activities for the whole family
Throughout the festive period, there'll be a full Christmassy entertainment line up with our fantastic Haven cast, and only at Haven will you find the brilliant Seaside Squad, who’ve been entertaining families for over 30 years.
Our 2026 festive events are still being finalised, but previous line-ups have included:
Free entertainment:
Our festive pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk will have the whole family laughing
Special festive shows from the Seaside Squad and lots of interactive fun with our elves
Plenty of opportunities for a festive boogie
Bookable activities (fee applies):
Festive Creative Masterpieces, Festive Pottery Creations, Festive Sun Catcher Crafting, Festive Mosaic Masterpieces, Festive Friendship Bracelets and Keyrings, Festive Plushie & Stocking Workshop
Festive Make a Bear, Sand Bottle Creations, Pic ‘n’ Paint, Bauble Making, Reindeer Food and Activitots (with a Christmas twist!)
Get ready to meet Santa in his Grotto! (Requires pre-booking)
Subject to availability. Haven package only. Images are representational only - actual events and decor will vary by park. Fees apply, pre-booking needed.
Find your coastal Christmas park
There's something so special about spending Christmas by the coast, and with a Haven festive break you can relax knowing sandy shores and calm seas are right on your doorstep.
Get ready to wake up to sea views, plan your brisk Boxing Day walk along the coast, or celebrate Hogmanay on the shores at Seton Sands or Craig Tara.
A coastal getaway this Christmas starts at £49 for four nights in November or December, or from £335 for four nights over Christmas week.
Prices correct at time of publication, 1 May 2026.
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What are the check-in and check-out rules over Christmas Day?
Breaks which include Christmas Day at a Haven park start from 21 December for seven nights, or from 23 December for four, five or seven nights. So there won't be any need for you to interrupt your Christmas Day to check out of the park.
Are there lodge or hot tub options available at Christmas?
Lodges will be available to book for Christmas breaks at holiday parks that are open during the period, subject to availability. Hot tub lodges are only available at Golden Sands, Lincolnshire, which is not confirmed to be opening for festive breaks.
What does the Haven Christmas package include - and what costs extra?
Whether you book a Haven package or a Hideaway, you'll get accommodation with central heating and a pre-lit Christmas tree, access to on-park food and drink venues, arcades and outdoor play areas.
Haven package guests also get free entertainment included, free use of the indoor swimming pools, and can pre-book themed Christmas activities like Santa's Grotto, as well as Christmas Day dinner, for a fee.
What accommodation is available on a Haven winter break?
From comfortable caravans and apartments to cosy lodges, Haven's parks offer a number of different accommodation options for guests to stay at during the winter period. With double glazing and heating provided, you won't have to worry about keeping warm indoors. Make sure to check out each park's individual page for live availability and information on accommodation choices.
Can I bring my dog for a Christmas or New Year Haven break?
Yes you can! Dogs are catered for in the same way as a regular Haven break.
Dogs are not permitted inside any J D Wetherspoon venue. (Five Stones at Primrose Valley, Red Rocks at Devon Cliffs and The London Stone at Kent Coast)
Dogs are allowed inside any other park restaurant, except for on Christmas Day at Cala Gran Holiday Park or New Year's Eve (on all parks).
Can I cook Christmas dinner in my accommodation?
The ovens in our accommodation are likely to be smaller than those you'd find at home. If you're thinking of cooking Christmas dinner yourself, we'd recommend you bring something smaller than your average festive feast, such as turkey fillets, rather than a whole bird.
What are the top things to do near my park over the winter period?
We've rounded up the best things to do nearby so you can plan a festive day out during your winter Haven break.
See:
Christmas markets and events in Norfolk
Christmas markets and events in Yorkshire
Christmas markets and events in Dorset
Christmas markets and events in Kent
Christmas markets and events in Blackpool
What regions can I visit on Haven Christmas breaks?
We have nine Haven parks open for Christmas 2026, covering the following areas:
Scotland, Yorkshire, Dorset, Kent, North Wales, Blackpool, Norfolk, Devon
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