Parkside Holidays

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Castles, murders, comedians and cars of yesteryear all featured in the Lakeland Tour week of May/June 2026. Outings to Blackwell, Laurel and Hardy and Lakeland Motor Museums, as well as Muncaster Castle were delights to supplement the glorious Lakeland Scenery, though misted on this occasion.
Friday evening's talent show organised by Phil Roe revealed an array of unexpected surprises, not least from his wonderful mother waxing lyrical about "Wearing Purple". For the benefit of guests and others interested, there will follow a selection of photographs.

06/05/2026

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24/04/2026

Birds and Wildlife of the Southern Lakes Day 5
More glorious sunshine enhanced our birding visits today. A second morning visit was made to Leighton Moss where several red deer were encountered whilst a walk around Arnside village after lunch provided good views of the Raven's nest on the foreshore.

23/04/2026

Birds & Wildlife of South Lakeland Day 3
More glorious sunshine accompanied our morning visit to Foulshaw Moss where two pairs of ospreys now reside.
We rounded off a full evening of bird photos and quizzes with a sing-along.

21/04/2026

'Birds and Wildlife of South Lakeland' Day 2
Our group of 18 particiapants made the most of a gloriously sunny (albeit breezy) day to explore RSPB's Leighton Moss Bird Reserve.
We saw all the target birds including marsh barrier, avocets and black tailed godwits as well as hearing a bittern 'booming'. An impressive highlight at th end of the day was observing two spotted redshanks in breeding plumage.

20/04/2026

'Birds and Wildlife of South Lakeland' Day 1
Following a light lunch at Parkside a gentle stroll along Low Barns Lane provided a low key introduction to the holiday. Sightings included wheat ear, little egret and pied wagtail as well as a colourful mix of woodland flowers.

26/01/2026

Our 1st Art (Painting) Holiday at Parkside was a resounding success, fully booked with a waiting list, enjoyed by everyone, great atmosphere and enormous fun. (See selection of photos).

For 2027 there are two Painting Holidays, back to back, both led by the same teacher as this year Marjorie Owen.

Painting for Beginners - Monday 18th to Friday 22nd January 2027, price is £390 (including all your painting supplies - just bring yourself). - Already 9 booked onto this holiday - max 24 places.

Moving on in Painting - Saturday 23rd to Wednesday 27th January 2027, price is £390 (including all your painting supplies). - Already 12 booked onto this holiday - max 24 places.

Why not come for both, 9 days away, for a special price of £699. (Please note you are only supplied with one set of paint supplies that cover both holidays).
Plenty of time to paint, relax and enjoy the surrounding area.

Rough Format - for both holidays
1st day - welcome
days 2, 3 & 4 - painting sessions in the morning and afternoon.
Final day - leave after breakfast.

For the combined holiday.
1st day - welcome
days 2 ,3 & 4 - painting sessions in the morning and afternoon.
Friday - free day (food all included)
Saturday - free day (food all included) - welcome with guests arriving for Moving on in Painting holiday.
days 6, 7 & 8 - painting sessions in the morning and afternoon.
Final day - leave after Breakfast.

22/09/2025

Stuck indoors because of inclement weather. Certainly not, according to this group of intrepid guests who braved the elements as we explored Ullswater, Leighton Hall, Cartmel Priory as well as one of our favourite stops at Inn On The Lake, Glenridding. Dodging raindrops had become a speciality, aided no doubt by the informal Sunday Service led by Brenda Peerless. This small selection of photographs gives some indication of the enjoyable time had by all.

04/07/2025

Birds, Butterflies & Orchids Holiday : Day 5 Haweswater
We travelled the short distance to Haweswater on our final day. Here we sighted some distinctive butterflies but gave pride of place to two colourful plants, Ragged Robin and Bird's Eye Primrose.
As the weather finally broke ,we rounded off a memorable holiday with coffee and cake at the Arnside Beach Hut.
We will be here again next year for the same week when we will once more search out the area's outstanding birds and butterflies with the addition of bees and dragonflies. Bookings are now open. If you would like to join us, please contact Parkside Holidays on 01524 761815 or visit our website at www.parksideholidays.co.uk