Thorness Bay to get £6m upgrade

Thorness Bay Holiday Park, owned by Parkdean Resorts, is set to undergo a major £6m transformation, with significant upgrades to its on-park facilities, activities, and retail offer.

By Easter 2027, guests will be able to book new activities including high ropes, indoor adventure golf, and off-road driving experiences for children Families will also benefit from expanded indoor and outdoor adventure play areas, a bounce park, sports court, and a Bear Grylls-themed escape room.

Thorness Bay will become home to a brand-new two-storey venue, featuring Hat-Tricks sports bar, offering interactive darts, pool, and shuffleboard, alongside an expanded range of food and drink options.

Parkdean Resorts operates four holiday parks across the Isle of Wight, employing more than 430 people across Landguard, Lower Hyde, Nodes Point and Thorness Bay. The business also recruited around 240 seasonal positions this year, supporting the local economy during the peak holiday season.

Steve Richards, CEO of Parkdean Resorts, said: “We’re committed to investing £6m in Thorness Bay Holiday Park, upgrading our accommodation and further enhancing the holiday experience for guests and owners on the Isle of Wight.”