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On 22nd May 2013, the Blue Flag Beaches were awarded. Over 50 beaches in England received this prestigious award and some are very close to the Haven Holiday parks so you can really make the most of them on your holiday. If you love traditional seaside holidays then it's probably an important factor to you, that the beaches are clean and ideal for families.
Marton Mere is one of the Haven parks to benefit from a local blue flag beach. Blackpool Central Beach has been given the Blue Flag title and is within easy reach of Marton Mere.
If you are staying at Cala Gran the Fleetwood Beach has been awarded Blue Flag status. This park is located on the Lancashire coast and provides a relaxing and fun family atmosphere. Just 8 miles from Blackpool you are never far from the action.
Mablethorpe Beach has also been given this coveted award and you can be sure of a fun seaside holiday if you're planning a trip to Golden Sands holiday park. This park in Lincolnshire has direct beach access and indoor and outdoor pools to enjoy.
Cleethorpes is an ideal beach for families, and with the Blue Flag award you can be assured of cleanliness and safety. Close to Haven Thorpe Park in Lincolnshire you will be ideally located for fun days at the beach. This park has a countryside feeling as it's surrounded by fields and greenery but you have the best of both worlds with beach access too.
The Orchards is one of the most popular Haven parks and families love the facilities on site and of course the location. Clacton-on-Sea beach is close by and has been named as one of the 55 Blue Flag beaches.
If you are heading to Filey on a Haven Holiday then this beach has also been given the award. There are a few Haven parks in this area all set to benefit from this, including Primrose Valley, Blue Dolphin and Reighton Sands. Primrose Valley is one of the most popular parks in the region with a 5 star rating and fantastic views over the bay of Filey.
You might be wondering what gives a beach Blue Flag status? Many factors are taken into account and these include water and sea life health, safety, environment and facilities. Haven have always prided themselves on the seaside locations of most parks, many with direct beach access. Being close to such great quality beaches is a real bonus and really keeps the traditional British seaside holiday going strong.
An additional 133 beaches in England were rated clean enough to be awarded Seaside Awards (formerly known as Quality Coast Awards) by Keep Britain Tidy.