Centre Parcs, with its award-winning network of holiday villages set in acres of stunning forest, is a hit with families nationwide. However, with prices during the school holidays being exceptionally high, it could feel like you need to really stretch your budget just to take the kids away. For instance, a four-night break at Centre Parcs Sherwood Forest for two adults and two children in August would cost you £1,399.

While many families flock to the popular destination each year for a turn on the world-famous rapids, it's a luxury not everyone can afford. Luckily, savvy travellers have found a budget-friendly alternative in Yorkshire at the Sand le Mere Holiday Village. An independently run holiday haven on the East Yorkshire Coast, it offers a wealth of facilities including an indoor swimming pool, gym, entertainment programme, restaurants and bars.

READ MORE: 'I took £20 to cheap UK seaside town - it covered a day out for my family of five' Surrounded by stunning countryside and sandy beaches, a four-night stay for a family of four would cost £429 at the time of publication. That's a £970 saving compared to Centre Parcs, meaning families can enjoy all of the fun for a fraction of the price. Packed to the brim with excitement, kids and adults alike can dive into a world of entertainment including arcades, live performances, and an action-packed activity zone, reports Yorkshire Live .

At the Sand le Mere Holiday Village the great outdoors morphs into an adventure wonder.