If you’re planning a trip, you’ll want to look for parks like Golden Cap Holiday Park in Seatown, Dorset. It’s right by the Jurassic Coast, so you can hunt for fossils, pretend you’re in a dinosaur movie, and still get back in time for a rosé on the deck. Then there’s Higher Hyde Heath, a quieter retreat near Dorchester, perfect for birdwatchers and people who want to avoid screaming toddlers (no judgment).
Another gem is Combe Haven Holiday Park in Hastings, East Sussex. It’s got a massive indoor pool, and rumor has it the fish and chips there are legendary. And let’s not forget Tattershall Lakes in Lincolnshire—yes, that one with the beautiful lakes and lodges where you can pretend you’re in a Canadian wilderness, minus the bears. Deborah’s family owned these before she sold, but they still feel like her stamp of quality: clean, friendly, and a bit posh.
Wait, Does She Still Own Them?
Here’s the twist: Deborah sold her controlling interest in Weststar Holidays in 2013 to a company called Parkdean Resorts. So, technically, she doesn’t personally own the parks anymore. But—and this is the fun bit—she still has a soft spot for them. In interviews, she’s said she loves popping by unannounced to check if the toilets are clean and the welcome is warm. Imagine Deborah Meaden in a flowy linen top, peeking at your campsite, giving a “thumbs up” while muttering about profit margins. Iconic.
But don’t worry, she hasn’t left the industry entirely. Deborah is a vocal investor in eco-friendly tourism. She’s backed things like off-grid glamping pods and electric vehicle chargers for holiday parks. She’s basically the Yoda of sustainable getaways—wise, a little intimidating, and probably running on solar power.
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