{"id":47,"date":"2026-05-27T11:07:11","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T11:07:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/?page_id=47"},"modified":"2026-08-31T18:15:59","modified_gmt":"2026-08-31T18:15:59","slug":"butlins","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/?page_id=47","title":{"rendered":"Butlins"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Butlins has such a bad&nbsp;reputation,&nbsp;but it is&nbsp;actually one&nbsp;of our favourite holiday parks for toddlers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:47% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"693\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20251112_114922-1-1-693x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-332 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20251112_114922-1-1-693x1024.jpg 693w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20251112_114922-1-1-203x300.jpg 203w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20251112_114922-1-1-768x1135.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20251112_114922-1-1-1039x1536.jpg 1039w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20251112_114922-1-1.jpg 1225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 693px) 100vw, 693px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have been to Bognor Regis three times now and, in term time, it has never cost us more than \u00a3100 for a Monday \u2013 Friday break. This is even staying in the \u2018best\u2019 accommodation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On our first visit our youngest was only 8 months old and on our most recent visit our\u00a0oldest\u00a0was four.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For our first trip we went with such low expectations because of people\u2019s\u00a0snobbish notion\u00a0of\u00a0Butlins. But we were actually pleasantly surprised.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike some of the other holiday parks we have been to \u2013\u00a0pretty much everything\u00a0is included in your stay. Entertainment, rides, soft play, swimming, and more.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, some of the accommodation and facilities are run down, and\u00a0yes\u00a0you may need a stab proof vest to feel safe, but there is so much to keep toddlers occupied.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I must start with the entertainment. At Butlins, we have seen pantomimes, Peppa Pig shows, Ms Rachel Tribute, Mister Maker, The Animal Guyz, Puppet shows and all of them have been of such\u00a0good quality and free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each show is usually on twice during a Monday \u2013 Friday break, on&nbsp;different times&nbsp;and days, so families can always make it work around their routines.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every entertainment venue feels really relaxed that if the kids do get bored and need to leave, you\u00a0can quite easily.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241120_194223-1-1024x473.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-276\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241120_194223-1-1024x473.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241120_194223-1-300x139.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241120_194223-1-768x355.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241120_194223-1-1536x709.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241120_194223-1-2048x946.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the evenings, there is the classic Red Coat entertainment aimed at younger kids where they&nbsp;teach&nbsp;the children dances and play with them on the dance floor.&nbsp; And unlike most&nbsp;holiday&nbsp;parks \u2013 they&nbsp;actually play&nbsp;kid\u2019s music!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Butlins Bognor Regis also has one of the best indoor swimming complexes (in our opinion) for toddlers. There are so many slides, fountains, and\u00a0flumes for\u00a0toddlers to\u00a0enjoy.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is a pram park just outside the changing&nbsp;rooms,&nbsp;but this did get quite full and it is not very well&nbsp;organised&nbsp;so we stopped taking our pram. This can be difficult as the swimming pool is&nbsp;really far&nbsp;from any accommodation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They used to have a&nbsp;really good&nbsp;soft play in the main entertainment&nbsp;dome&nbsp;but this was shut recently, and they now have a brand-new soft play in a new location. It is good but&nbsp;is&nbsp;sectioned&nbsp;in age ranges, which can be useful, but my two children were getting frustrated that they could not go in the older bit.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241120_111341-1-1024x473.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241120_111341-1-1024x473.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241120_111341-1-300x139.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241120_111341-1-768x355.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241120_111341-1-1536x709.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241120_111341-1-2048x946.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are a&nbsp;few&nbsp;indoor fairground rides that my children loved. They are basic but that is usually all toddlers want. The best bit is they are free and you can ride them as many times as you like.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20251113_103919-2-1024x473.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-278\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20251113_103919-2-1024x473.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20251113_103919-2-300x139.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20251113_103919-2-768x355.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20251113_103919-2-1536x709.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20251113_103919-2-2048x946.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is also an outdoor funfair, but this is geared more to older children.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The accommodation is fine. We always go self-catering as I find this easiest for our family. Though I do believe Butlins offers some sort of drinks and dining package.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You also get a cleaner a few times and top up of essentials during your visit which we have never had on other holiday parks so that was a nice touch.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I did get talking to a Mum&nbsp;who was staying in the hotel with her&nbsp;toddler&nbsp;and she said they&nbsp;actually have&nbsp;separate sleeping areas in the hotel room.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241121_191921-1-1024x473.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-279\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241121_191921-1-1024x473.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241121_191921-1-300x139.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241121_191921-1-768x355.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241121_191921-1-1536x709.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/20241121_191921-1-2048x946.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In summary, you\u00a0probably spend\u00a0\u00a3100 to heat your home for the week so go to Butlins instead with low expectations and prepare to be pleasantly surprised with a fully entertained toddler!\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Butlins has such a bad&nbsp;reputation,&nbsp;but it is&nbsp;actually one&nbsp;of our favourite holiday parks for toddlers.&nbsp; We have been to Bognor Regis three times now and, in term time, it has never cost us more than \u00a3100 for a Monday \u2013 Friday break. This is even staying in the \u2018best\u2019 accommodation.&nbsp; On our first visit our youngest &#8230; <a title=\"Butlins\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/?page_id=47\" aria-label=\"Read more about Butlins\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-47","page","type-page","status-publish"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/47","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=47"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/47\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2015,"href":"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/47\/revisions\/2015"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toddlertravels.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=47"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}