Baby Friendly Holiday Ideas

Planning your break…

Your first trip away as new parents can be one of the most memorable with your new arrival. However, a holiday abroad in the early years can be incredibly daunting. As a new family adapting to such a big change, the thought of navigating a busy airport with your excess baggage allowance at its maximum and wondering if your new arrival will stay quiet on the flight can fill you with dread.

Charlotte, our Marketing Manager, recalls her experience from her first weekend away with baby Florence with some handy tips for parents. “After many months of uncomfortable sleep and feeling like you could pop at any moment, as well as missing out on your favourite after-dinner cheese board and a glass of wine, a well-earned luxury break at the award-winning Brompton Lakes is just what you need as a new family”.

Planning A Baby-Friendly Holiday

Luckily, we have experience of squeezing all that equipment into the car and don’t wish it on anyone. Instead, with our baby and toddler friendly holiday properties across North Yorkshire, take away all of the potential hurdles so you can have a special and stress-free family holiday.

Pack up your car with the knowledge everything you should need for you and your baby is awaiting your arrival. This includes a cot, high chair and baby bath. These are all available on request in our luxury lodges, so that you can arrive and unpack with complete peace of mind. You will also be provided with all the information you need, including your nearest stores (for a last-minute nappy dash) and our favourite food delivery services in the area. So you don’t have to worry about a thing!

“Had an absolutely wonderful week. We are already looking at dates for next year. Beautiful lodge, really well equipped for a family with 2 dogs and a baby. Would 100% recommend a visit!” Lizzie from Halifax, who stayed in Florence lodge.

Baby Friendly Holidays don't have to mean compromising on luxury!

Holiday at Home offer 5-star luxury child-friendly lodges, without losing the style and charm of the most exclusive accommodation in North Yorkshire. We offer the opportunity for new parents to relax and unwind, with lots to offer the whole family in the local area.

Spend your days indoors enjoying the stylish interiors, keeping cosy in front of the log burning stove or soaking in your private hot tub.

We even offer beauty treatments and a private dine-in chef from the comfort of your lodge, designed to relax and revitalise new parents!

Or, if you can drag yourself away from these luxuries, there is plenty of family-friendly activities in the local area…

Making the most of your lodge

Take your pick from any of our 3 bedroom lakeside lodges at Brompton Lakes, or the larger six-bedroom Twenty One for a bigger family get-together. Baby-friendly for us means:

  • Cots, highchairs and baby baths are available free of charge on request. There is a bath in each lodge.
  • A-style lodges have bedrooms set further back from the living room and kitchen, for you to enjoy an evening in without waking the little one.
  • Accessible lodges are all on one level with no steps in or out, perfectly pram-friendly.

“The lodge was beautifully located. The terrace and outdoor furniture were good quality and very useful as we spent quite a lot of time outdoors. It was good that the terrace was completely enclosed, so safe for both the dog and the baby. We were warm and comfortable with a touch of luxury.” Margaret from Cambridge, who stayed in Louis lodge.

 

Pram-friendly days out

Getting out for some fresh air and exploring Yorkshire has never been so exciting, with plenty of pram-friendly walks on your doorstep. With shops full of local produce, cafes and picturesque picnic spots along the way, it’s fun to teach your little ones about the great outdoors from an early age.

The Station, Richmond – Take a stroll along the riverside from Easby Abbey into Richmond and pop into the Station. A stunning riverside converted Victorian railway building which offers plenty of activities. They host family fun craft sessions, a weekly baby cinema club, as well as rhythm time every Friday morning to help your little one discover the wonderful benefits of music whilst encouraging their early development.

Big Sheep Little Cow, Bedale – If you’re looking for a fun family day out then look no further! Meet our friendly locals on the farm, which includes meeting the sheep, pigs and holding and feeding animals.

Mainsgill Farm Shop – kill three birds with one stone at this popular local farm shop. After stocking up for your break and stopping off at the team room, the camels, llamas, ostriches, alpacas and many other animals love a bit of attention. Make sure to go and say hello.

Tumble Town, Richmond – If you are looking to tire your little one out in a safe environment, visit Wackadayz. The large children’s play centre is near Brompton Lakes. There are lots of different obstacles, slides and ball pools, plus a separate toddler-friendly play area.

Book Your Baby-Friendly Break to Brompton Lakes

Autumn and Spring are the perfect times to take a break with your little ones. The older kids are back at school and you get the best prices outside of school holidays. Holiday at Home can also offer gift vouchers; the perfect treat to show your loved one just how much you appreciate them, making the perfect (joint) ‘push present’.

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