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The South Bay Holiday Park

St Mary's Road, Brixham, England (Formerly John Fowler South Bay Holiday Park)
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The South Bay Holiday Park
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

Stayed here from Monday 20th May to the 24th. We were staying in a poppy gold caravan which have to say was fantastic with all the homely comforts you expect. found out that this was a platinum class and I would encourage anyone who has the opportunity to upgrade, to do so as you will not be disappointed. Cannot comment... More

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Overall we had a nice time, lovely park, lovely staff and caravan wasnt to bad. If i had to pick at anything it would be the caravan but then we did stay in the poppy bronze so wasnt expecting luxury. However when i did report a few problems, reception were very helpful and polite. We couldnt get the grill to... More

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Patrick_Jennings, Guest Relations Manager at The South Bay Holiday Park, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Thank you for this lovely 4 star review, it is much appreciated. Our entertainment team and our pool staff will be delighted to read your thoughts. They all work hard to ensure everyone has a great time. Thank you for offering to recommend us to your friends and do hurry back to see us again. More

1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Been 5 times now and can't fault it.make you feel welcome and homely.clean parks .caravans more than adequate. Great club house with great stripeys.will be back again .lots of local activities to do what ever the weather .nice walks around site. Like sharkham point.

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Patrick_Jennings, Guest Relations Manager at The South Bay Holiday Park, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Thank you very much for leaving us such a fantastic 5 star review, we really appreciate it. Your comments have been passed onto all departments. Our regular guests are so important to us and we will look forward to welcoming you back again soon. More

Birmingham, United Kingdom
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43 reviews 43 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Just returned from a long weekend in a Gold Caravan and I must say it was fantastic. The caravan had everything you needed. Extremely large lounge with ample seating and flat screen tv, kitchen had all the mod cons and dining table to eat. Master bedroom was a good size with walk in wardrobe. The bathroom was also excellent with... More

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Patrick_Jennings, Guest Relations Manager at The South Bay Holiday Park, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. Your comments have been passed to all departments, especially the housekeeping team, who will be delighted to hear your thoughts. We really hope to see you again in the near future. More

Bristol, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Just returned from the John Fowler South bay holiday park, the staff are all very friendly, welcoming and obliging. Joe Rafter the Manager, was alway present ensuring everyone's needs were met and that you were enjoying yourself, nothing was to much trouble, for him, he would go out of his way to help you from advising on the local area... More

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Patrick_Jennings, Guest Relations Manager at The South Bay Holiday Park, responded to this review
13 May 2013

What a wonderful review, thank you, we really appreciate it. Your praise will mean so much to the manager, Joe and staff at the park. They all work extremely hard to make everyone’s stay enjoyable. We hope to welcome you again very soon. More

1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013 via mobile

Just returned from a fantastic weekend at South Bay.Lovely campsite in a perfect location, just a short walk from a lovely little beach. Entertainment was great fun in the evenings thanks to the "stripeys". We had a bronze caravan but we think we may have had an upgrade as the caravan was really up to date. A fantastic stay in... More

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Patrick_Jennings, Guest Relations Manager at The South Bay Holiday Park, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Thank you very much for leaving us such a fantastic 5 star review, we really appreciate it. Your comments have been passed onto all departments. We are pleased that you enjoyed our entertainments, the team are all doing a brilliant job, and work extremely hard to ensure everyone has a great holiday. We look forward to welcoming you again very... More

Bristol, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

We recently stayed at this park for a short break (Friday - Monday). Staff were very friendly and check in very quick. We stayed in a poppy bronze caravan which for the money was ok but not well equipped at all ! Perhaps I am asking for too much but there were no baking trays for the oven, the frying... More

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Patrick_Jennings, Guest Relations Manager at The South Bay Holiday Park, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience at our holiday park. With regard to the equipment in the caravan, all the items you mentioned should have been there and, as you can appreciate, it is not always possible to do a full inventory check during the limited time that our cleaners have on a changeover... More

Bristol
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

We have returned from South Bay caravan park with very fond memories, we were very well looked after by the staff from the receptionist all the way up to the Manager. We never had 1 problem or compaint, I suppose this is why the manager is always around to ensure everything goes smoothly. The staff were also very helpful with... More

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Patrick_Jennings, Guest Relations Manager at The South Bay Holiday Park, responded to this review
8 May 2013

What a wonderful review, thank you, we really appreciate it. Your praise will mean so much to Joe, the management and staff at the park. They all work extremely hard to make everyone’s stay enjoyable. We hope to welcome you again very soon. More

Alcester, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

This was our second trip to Brixham at John Fowler park, we can not rate highly enough the site and staff, they are a credit, and no we do not have any connections to the site or work there ! The lady on reception is a diamond, always friendly and helpful, nothing was ever too much trouble, so should you... More

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Patrick_Jennings, Guest Relations Manager at The South Bay Holiday Park, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Thank you very much for leaving us such a fantastic 5 star review, we really appreciate it. Your comments have been passed onto all departments. If was nice to read that you are asking people to ignore negative reviews - but thankfully, we are not getting any. Nearly all our reviews this year are as yours, 5 star. I am... More

cardiff southwales
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Excellent value for money , great accommodation great evening entertainment. perhaps could do with more day time entertainment for kids. reception lady (unsure of name) really is a good credit to john fowler holidays. already booked to go back next year for 5th time.

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Patrick_Jennings, Guest Relations Manager at The South Bay Holiday Park, responded to this review
3 May 2013

Thank you very much for leaving us such a fantastic 5 star review, we really appreciate it. Your comments have been passed on to all departments. The receptionist's name is Liz and she will be delighted to read your praise. With regard to daytime entertainment, we have tried it in the past but because there is so much to see... More

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Additional Information about The South Bay Holiday Park

Also Known As:
John Fowler South Bay Holiday Park Hotel
John Fowler South Bay Holiday Park Hotel Brixham
Address: St Mary's Road, Brixham, England (Formerly John Fowler South Bay Holiday Park)
Region: United Kingdom > England > Devon > English Riviera > Brixham
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Kitchenette Pets Allowed Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 6 Speciality lodging in Brixham

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