Tingdene Holiday Parks

What Tingdene Holiday Parks does

Tingdene Holiday Parks Limited is a UK-based private holiday park operator (company number 3971993, headquartered in Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire) that sells holiday home ownership interests across a portfolio of 12 parks spanning six English counties: North Yorkshire, East Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, and Essex. The asset base includes historic sites such as Humberston Fitties (a 1920s Plotlands conservation area) and modern parks such as South Shore, Caldecott Hall, Broadlands Park & Marina, Waveney River Centre, and Saddlebrook Chase. Accommodation inventory covers static caravans, chalets (Atlanta, Bermuda, California ranges), lodges (Carlton, Somerleyton, Broadview, Thorpe, Mutford, Chedgrave), holiday villas, and caravan/premium pitches, priced from approximately £5,000 for an entry-level chalet to £174,995 for a refurbished premium lodge, with lease terms ranging from 10 to 125 years.

The business runs a direct-to-consumer model: the company website serves as the primary digital storefront, supported by on-site sales executives at each park, show homes available for appointment viewings, brochure distribution, and park events. Revenue is generated through five streams: (1) one-time holiday home sales, (2) recurring annual pitch fees and ground rent typically indexed to RPI (£2,520-£4,688+VAT per plot), (3) annual service charges for groundskeeping and amenities, (4) transactional revenue from on-site facilities (pools, golf, disc golf, mini golf, restaurants, bars, marina) — most of which are operated by independent concessionaires such as Moss & Co, Barn1, Cedar Bar, and Caldecott Hall Golf Club — and (5) a Managed Letting Scheme at Waveney River Centre that lets owners earn rental income from their units.

The customer base consists of individual and family buyers seeking UK staycation holiday homes, supplemented by a smaller investment-buyer segment attracted by the letting scheme. Marketing is conducted through the company website, email newsletter, organic Facebook pages for individual venue concessions, and park-based open days and owners events. Strategic signals point to ongoing product and geographic expansion, including newly referenced parks (Redcar Beach, Brick Kiln), new product listings, an exclusive supply partnership with Sunrise Holiday Homes, and an active 2026 move-on incentive targeting competitor park owners. The company does not disclose revenue and operates without disclosed external funding, with ownership appearing privately held.

Name

Tingdene Holiday Parks

Legal name

Tingdene Holiday Parks Limited

Website

https://tingdeneholidayparks.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tingdene Holiday Parks Limited operates 12 UK holiday parks across six English counties, selling static caravans, chalets, lodges, and villas to individual buyers through a direct-to-consumer model. Revenue is generated from property sales, recurring annual pitch fees, service charges, on-site concessions, and a managed letting scheme.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Holiday Parks

NAICS

RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAMAAAI

Rural & Countryside Homes

Travel & Hospitality/Vacation Rentals & Short-Term Stays/Whole-Home Vacation Rentals

SECONDARYTHAMAJAF

Seasonal & Long-Term Campsites (Snowbirds, Extended RV Stays)

Travel & Hospitality/Vacation Rentals & Short-Term Stays/Campgrounds, Glamping & RV Parks

Keywords

• Holiday home sales
• Holiday park operations
• Static caravan ownership
• Park lease fees
• Leisure park management

Headquarters

HQ city

Wellingborough

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Holiday Home Sales: Sale of holiday homes including lodges, caravans, chalets, and villas to owners. Properties sold range from budget static caravans to premium lodges. One-time transaction revenue from property sales.
2. Pitch and Lease Fees: Annual lease rent and pitch fees charged to holiday home owners for use of the pitch. Fees are typically linked to RPI and vary by park location and property type. Core recurring revenue stream from established owner base.
3. Service Charges: Annual service charges for maintenance, groundskeeping, and park amenities. Charged separately from pitch fees and typically fixed amounts.
4. On-site Facilities Revenue: Revenue from concession-operated facilities including restaurants, bars, swimming pools, golf courses, and marinas. Most facilities are operated by independent concessionaires, with Tingdene benefiting through site rentals and increased park attractiveness.
5. Managed Letting Scheme: Holiday home owners can earn income by placing their property in the Managed Letting Scheme at Waveney River Centre, with Tingdene handling bookings and management for a share of rental revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Tingdene Holiday Parks operates a portfolio of 12 holiday parks across six English counties (North Yorkshire, East Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex), selling new and pre-owned holiday homes — static caravans, chalets, lodges and villas — on leasehold pitches with annual pitch fees and service charges. The company also runs on-site amenities (swimming pools, restaurants, golf courses, marinas) and a Managed Letting Scheme at Waveney River Centre that lets owners earn rental income from their holiday homes.

Product overview

Tingdene Holiday Parks operates as a holiday park operator offering holiday home ownership opportunities across multiple UK coastal parks. The portfolio consists of 10 holiday parks located in Norfolk, Suffolk, Lincolnshire, East Yorkshire, and Essex. Accommodation options include static caravans, chalets (Atlanta, Bermuda, California models), lodges (Carlton, Somerleyton, Broadview, Thorpe, Mutford, Chedgrave), holiday villas, and premium pitches. Properties are sold on leasehold arrangements ranging from 10 to 125 years. Parks offer various accommodation types with different use restrictions (12-month holiday use, seasonal restrictions). The company also provides facilities including swimming pools, restaurants, golf courses, disc golf, and marinas as on-site amenities. Property prices range from approximately £5,000 for caravan pitches to £174,995 for refurbished lodges.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Caldecott Hall Country Park A 400-acre country estate holiday park in Norfolk near Great Yarmouth, offering holiday homes for sale with access to the Norfolk Broads, golden beaches, scenic woodland walks, an on-site golf club, disc golf and a swimming pool.
• South Shore Park A coastal holiday park near Bridlington in East Yorkshire offering chalet ownership and holidays, with easy access to golden beaches, Bridlington town centre, Sewerby Hall and Bridlington Spa.
• Mablethorpe Chalet & Caravan Park A Lincolnshire coastal holiday park offering chalets and static caravans for sale within walking distance of Mablethorpe's sandy beaches, with the on-site Cedar Bar & Restaurant and a children's play area.
• Kenwood & Colleys A coastal holiday retreat on the Withernsea coast in East Yorkshire, offering static caravan ownership near Blue Flag beaches and historic landmarks including the lighthouse and pier towers.
• Humberston Fitties A historic coastal holiday retreat near Cleethorpes in Lincolnshire, originally established in the 1920s, designated as a conservation area, and one of the few remaining Plotlands in the UK.
• Broadlands Park & Marina A waterside holiday park set beside Oulton Broad in Suffolk, offering holiday homes with marina access, an indoor swimming pool, on-site bar and restaurant, and direct access to the Norfolk Broads and Carlton Marshes.
• Waveney River Centre A tranquil riverside holiday park on the banks of the River Waveney in Norfolk, offering lodges, touring and camping pitches, marina access, a swimming pool, and proximity to the Norfolk Broads; the home of Tingdene's Managed Letting Scheme.
• North Denes Caravan Park A coastal holiday park at Ness Point in Lowestoft, Suffolk — the UK's most easterly point — offering static caravans for sale with direct beach access and views of the Suffolk coast.
• Saddlebrook Chase

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Moss & Co BroadlandsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRestaurant and bar concession at Broadlands Park & Marina overlooking the marina and Broads, serving breakfast on weekends and lunch/dinner daily. Operates independently from Tingdene Group.
• Barn1 Bar & RestaurantminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFamily-friendly restaurant at Caldecott Hall serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday carvery, and afternoon teas. Run independently as a concession.
• Cedar Bar & RestaurantminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOn-site bar and restaurant at Mablethorpe Chalet & Caravan Park offering warm atmosphere for family meals and casual drinks.
• Waveney Inn & HotelminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRiverside inn at Waveney River Centre, renovated in October 2023, offering dining, beverages, shop, and gaming machines.
• Grove ClubminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEntertainment venue near Saddlebrook Chase hosting live music, themed events, and social gatherings. Fully stocked bar and friendly atmosphere.
• Redwings Caldecott Horse SanctuaryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharity-run horse sanctuary located at Caldecott Hall Country Park. Free entry, nearly 100 rescued horses and ponies. Dog-friendly attraction for park visitors.
• Caldecott Hall Golf ClubminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor18-hole golf course and Pitch and Putt on 400-acre estate at Caldecott Hall. Open to members and visitors, scenic views from Viking burial ground to Waveney Forest.
• Sunrise Holiday HomesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive supplier of new and used static caravans at Saddlebrook Chase, providing quality options and value for buyers.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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