
Butlin's major holiday park revamp with brand new attractions and deals from £69
With a massive sale on all breaks across 2025 and 2026 , there's never been a better time to discover what's new at Butlin's
With brand new soft play at Bognor Regis, guests can pay less to play more
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Butlin's is launching a massive summer sale for holidays in 2025 and 2026, offering discounts of up to 40%. The deals include Midweek Showtime breaks at Bognor Regis from just £69 in June, Summer Holidays featuring Stephen Mulhern with three-night stays from £352, and special Justin Fletcher Tots Breaks starting at £79 in September.
The Bognor Regis resort has recently undergone a makeover, with Butlin's going all out to ensure a memorable summer for its guests. The resort now boasts the company's largest-ever indoor Soft Play centre and a brand-new Puppet Theatre.
These new additions are already a hit with families across the country, with thousands more expected to visit during the school holidays. The expansive soft play centre covers over 3,000 square feet across four floors, accommodating up to 200 energetic youngsters at a time - double the capacity of the previous facility.
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Access to the play area is included in the price of a family break and day passes. The Skyline Soft Play caters to children of all ages and is divided into three zones, each themed around the colourful characters of the popular Butlin's Skyline Gang.
Each character has their own dedicated section filled with slides, climbing challenges, log ramps, cargo nets and more, along with a spacious multi-sensory area for babies, reports the Mirror.
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For parents needing a breather while the kids play, there's a cosy new 100-seat café area where they can unwind with a brew. This latest addition to the soft play centre follows hot on the heels of last year's opening of the £15 million PLAYXPERIENCE - a cutting-edge 50,000 square feet immersive gaming attraction.
The West Sussex resort has also introduced a charming Puppet Theatre alongside its soft play centre. This delightful venue will host engaging string puppet shows suitable for all ages, with new productions such as Under The Sea, Jingle in the Jungle, and Christmouse offering guests a sneak peek into the enchanting experiences lined up for this year.
In an effort to make holidays more budget-friendly, Butlin's is offering these puppet shows free of charge to guests on breaks and day visits. The entertainment team guarantees a memorable experience filled with captivating puppetry, amusing characters and plenty of excitement for younger visitors.
This £1.8 million investment is the latest in a series of exciting developments across Butlin's three seaside resorts. The £15 million indoor activity centre PLAYXPERIENCE at Bognor Regis boasts nine immersive gaming experiences, including laser tag, a VR games arcade, escape rooms, and more.
Additionally, a second £2.5 million SKYPARK has opened in Minehead, offering an inclusive and interactive playground for children of all abilities. Last year also saw a significant £12 million investment in new Premium Lodges at the Maple Walk village in Skegness, featuring 128 contemporary-designed lodges at the heart of the Lincolnshire resort.
The new Soft Play is in addition to the £15 million indoor activity centre PLAYXPERIENCE
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Holiday parks remain a beloved Great British institution, with millions of families returning year after year to join in the fun. If Butlin's isn't quite the right fit, Haven Holidays is celebrated for breath-taking coastal views and a wealth of caravan accommodations. It's an idyllic choice for those drawn to the call of nature and traditional seaside jaunts, yet it's Butlins that remains unchallenged in delivering top-notch family fun with its array of immersive and themed adventures.
Parkdean Resorts echoes a similar vibe, boasting 66 parks studded along the UK's sought-after coastal regions. Echoing Haven's ethos, Parkdean thrives with inviting swimming pools, convenient on-site dining, and an assortment of seaside activities aimed at families.
Center Parcs holds a special place in the hearts of many families, renowned for its array of activities nestled within the UK's enchanting forests. Although universally adored, the only sting is the cost that's notably steep over school breaks.
Butlin's Bognor Regis boasts an impressive tally of over 3,900 five-star reviews on TripAdvisor. A thrilled visitor shared their experience, saying: "We had a lovely Easter break at Butlin's Bognor. Top quality entertainment, engaging and friendly staff and we had the weather too. Such good fun for young and old alike. Very impressed with the new soft play, the Splash water park was fabulous and from start to finish we received nothing but exceptional customer service."
Another regular guest added their positive feedback: "This was our third visit to Butlin's within two years, needless to say we absolutely love it...The brand new soft play and play experience are brilliant, soft play has very generous opening hours and the staff are really observant, looks like a much better replacement from the arena soft play."
A family commented on their recent holiday: "We had a fun-filled tots week, busy all day, every day. Playxperience was a new 1 for us and we all enjoyed neo games- 4yr old right up to 60s."
Nevertheless, not everyone left with rave reviews. One less impressed visitor noted: "Decided to give Butlin's a go for half term. Overall, for us adults, everything was a bit meh except for the entertainment, which was awesome."
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Another positive review mentioned: "Always things to do never get bored. Very clean apartment. New playxperience building is very good, packed with new, fun experiences. Had great fun in laser tag. Brilliant and helpful staff."
All of Butlin's holiday offers can be found here, encompassing destinations such as Minehead, Bognor Regis and Skegness. Depending on the date and location, guests could also secure up to 40% discount on meal packages.
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