Christchurch Top 10

Christchurch


Family owned and operated for nearly 50 years, this large holiday park has a wide range of accommodation along with various campervan nooks and grassy tent sites. It has a raft of facilities, including a pool, games room and bike hire. Enthusiastic staff can help with travel advice and bookings.


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