THE ULTIMATE STAYCATION
Here comes the fun! Forget long airport queues, lost luggage and delayed flights – jump in the car and head to Butlin's for the ultimate staycation. We’re The Home of Entertainment, and while we can’t guarantee the sun, we can promise non-stop fun. For seven weeks, expect eye-popping performances from big-name acts including Britain's Got Talent Live and Madagascar – A Musical Adventure, alongside Maximum Pro Wrestling who are back by popular demand with a summer exclusive. From the moment you rise to the moment you rest, go all in with unlimited fairground rides, high-speed water slides, ice-cream pitstops, endless activities… the lot! Summer, we’re ready for you.
Book your School Summer Holiday break now to get first dibs on dates and accommodation, plus spread the cost with our flexible payment plan and low deposits. Worried about missing out on a sweeter deal later? Our Lowest Price Guarantee has you covered. So, get your planning hat on, pick a date and lock in some family fun.
HEADLINING 2027 SCHOOL SUMMER HOLIDAYS
THE SUPPORTING CAST
ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES
THERE'S SO MUCH INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
WHEN ARE THE UK SCHOOL SUMMER HOLIDAYS IN 2027?
The school summer holidays in 2027 run from late July through to the end of August for most schools in England, giving families around six weeks to fill with full-on fun. With non-stop action days and turn-it-up evenings from the fairground to Splash Waterworld and live shows to activities, there's no better place to make the most of the long break. Always check with your child's school to confirm your exact dates, as these can vary.
HOW TO FIND A CHEAP SUMMER HOLIDAY
Finding a great value summer holiday is all about stretching your budget further, and Butlin’s is built for that. When there's loads already included, you can plan full days without constantly adding extra costs along the way. A few simple choices can help keep the price down: be flexible on dates, pick the accommodation style that suits your budget, and consider an apartment with kitchen facilities so you can mix in easy meal options. Then set a daily spend for treat extras like arcades or snacks, and lean into what’s included, like pool sessions, activities, and evening shows.
SUMMER BREAKS & GETAWAYS FOR FAMILIES
Butlin’s summer breaks are designed around family time, with different activities for different ages, so everyone has something to look forward to. Whether you’ve got tiny tots, tweens, or teens, you can build a plan that works for your family, then come together later for big entertainment.
- For tots: gentle shallow pools in Splash Waterworld, character fun including Peppa Pig, interactive shows, plus soft play and other age-appropriate activities
- For kids: high-energy activities like fun football and archery, unlimited fairground rides, and arcades for in-between moments
- For teens: more independent fun, sporty sessions like teens football, laser tag, PLAYXPERIENCE activity centre (Bognor Regis only)and evening entertainment they’ll genuinely rate
- For everyone: family-friendly accommodation, tasty food options, and West End-quality shows that make the nights feel special
CARAVAN PARKS OPEN DURING THE SUMMER
Our caravan accommodation is open during the summer at Skegness and Minehead, giving you a great-value way to do a Butlin’s break with your own space to unwind in. Whether you’re looking for a comfy living space or something a little more luxurious, you’ll have a place that works for your stay, with the resort’s entertainment and activities close by. Perfect for a few nights away or a longer summer stay, a caravan break makes it easy to keep everyone happy. Do your days your way, then head out for a brilliant line-up of shows and entertainment in the evenings.
WHAT TO EXPECT ON A SUMMER HOLIDAY BREAK AT BUTLIN'S
As the Home of Entertainment, we guarantee non-stop fun on your UK summer holidays! Expect eye-popping live headline performances, as well as brand new, exclusive shows for 2027. You can view all our shows and entertainment here.
When you’re not being dazzled by our live entertainment, you can jump headfirst into a whole heap of activities both day and night! Sunny summer days call for loads of time spent outdoors (and ice cream, of course), and you can go again and again in our fairgrounds, play all day in Butlin’s SKYPARK; the UK’s most exciting playground, take part in a Fun Football session, or take on our Aerial Adventures!
Of course, we know the British weather doesn’t always play ball, but that doesn’t mean the fun stops – we’ve loads to do when it’s raining. From our Splash Waterworld swimming pools, soft play areas, and character photoshoots, to arts and craft sessions, there’s loads to do on your summer holiday holidays! Find out more about our huge range of things to do here.
Our cheap summer holidays have so much included in the price: west end quality entertainment, loads of daytime activities and comfy accommodation – plus, with our range of food and drink options to suit all tastes and budgets, we really do offer great value summer breaks!
