Hoburne Blue Anchor Welcome Guide

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HOBURNE BLUE ANCHOR

We are delighted that you have chosen Hoburne for your holiday.

We have been providing our customers with great holiday experiences for over 100 years, so we know what makes a holiday special. It’s not just the places you visit, the things you do, or the people you are with – it’s how all of this makes you feel that really makes the difference.

This holiday guide has been designed to provide you with a convenient place to find all the information you need to get the most out of everything our park and the beautiful surrounding area has to offer. We want you to have a great holiday so if there is anything you may need during your stay with us please feel free to ask a member of the team who will be happy to help you.

We would like to wish you a fantastic holiday!

Useful INFORMATION

After hours park emergency

Park out of hours: 07866 795778

Tourist Information Centre

Minehead – 01643 702624

Watchet – 01984 632101

Hospital

Minor Injuries Unit, Minehead 01643 701701 or 111

Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton 24hour A&E

Rail Services

West Somerset Steam Railway, Minehead. Trains from Minehead to Bishops Lydeard

There is a bus connection from Bishops Lydeard to Taunton

Please call 01643 704996 for the 24 hour timetable or other enquiries

All times are subject to change and are displayed at Reception.

*Select late evenings throughout the summer.

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AT BLUE ANCHOR BAY

You don’t need to go far from Hoburne Blue Anchor to experience the best of Somerset. The beach is right on our doorstep and Exmoor is just a couple of miles down the road.

Spend an afternoon strolling along the beach, sun on your face and ice cream in hand, while watching the waves roll lazily towards the shore. With both sand and shingle areas to explore, your four-legged friend will also be endlessly entertained with Blue Anchor Bay being dogfriendly all year round.

Walk or cycle around Exmoor or take a trip to the Quantock Hills, the West Country is waiting to be explored and a new adventure is waiting for you every time you step outside.

Just beyond the park

You will find so much beauty and wonder to explore. A short walk from the park is the West Somerset Steam Railway, offering 20 miles of heritage railway, passing right alongside our park. We think this is one of the best ways to meander through the Quantock Hills and Somerset countryside.

You’ll find more than just a beautiful country house at Dunster Castle; extensive gardens, a working watermill and a varied calendar of events all year round are waiting to be discovered. Get off the beaten path and lose yourself in the beautiful landscape of Exmoor National Park, with moorland, woodland and coast, all shaped over thousands of years by nature and man.

Visit Reception for activity updates

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LEISURE FACILITIES

Whatever the weather, there’s always something to do at Hoburne!

Our Leisure Complex is the perfect place to visit, whether you are looking to work up an appetite or just relax and reflect after a busy day exploring.

Fitness suite, steam room and sauna

If splashing around isn’t for you or you just fancy some ‘me’ time, have a break in our sauna and steam rooms. We also have a fitness suite where you can burn off your holiday treats!

Book the fitness suite at Reception.

Indoor pool

Our indoor pool is perfect for enjoying a swim or a splash around with the kids all year round. There’s also a shallow end, perfect for little ones.

A few leisure rules

Angle-Right Any child under the age of eight and any non-swimmer under the age of 12, must be accompanied by an adult, in the water at all times. No more than two children under the age of eight per supervising adult and no more than one child under the age of four per supervising adults in the water

Angle-Right You must be 14 years or over to use the steam and sauna facilities

Angle-Right Babies must wear swim nappies which are available from Reception

Angle-Right No boats, flippers or snorkels in the pools

Angle-Right You must be 16 years with an adult or over to use the fitness suite facilities

Angle-Right We do ask that swimmers vacate the pools 15 minutes before it’s due to close.

Angle-Right Use of pool toys and inflatables may not be permitted - discretion of the lifeguard

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With so much to do, what will your family choose first? Whatever it is, there’s plenty to keep everyone busy.

Adventure playground

Try out our play equipment, designed for maximum fun. Spend hours climbing, jumping and making new friends! Then pause for a well earned ice cream! We have two amazing play parks, one on the touring field and the other behind reception.

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AMENITIES

Launderette

Open from 8am to 8pm, seven days a week. The launderette is the perfect amenity for those staying for a week or more, or just the place to dry your swimwear after a day in the pool. Our launderette is located within the touring block. There is no iron in the launderette.

These are token operated, tokens available to purchase from reception 9am to 5pm.

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Shop

Everyday essentials from reception..

9am – 6pm peak season*

9am – 5pm low season*

*Subject to change

All colours of glass bottles and jars.

Plastic bottles, food tins, drink cans.

Newspapers, magazines, stationery, junk mail, wrapping paper.

All types of cardboard and card.

Bottle tops, plastic bottles, ceramics.

Plastic bags, crisp packets, yoghurt pots, polystyrene.

Plastic wrapping, plastic envelopes

Any cardboard contaminated with food.

HELPING THE

environment

Turn your heating off in the spring and summer months. Especially when you are out for the day.

Boil the kettle, with just the amount of water you need.

Temperature-High

Turn the heating down 1oC, this will save approximately 184kg of CO2 from the atmosphere.

Power-off Switch off appliances at the mains, such as TVs, DVD players, mobile phone chargers, microwaves, dishwashers and washing machines.

Turn your decking lights off when you go to bed

Recycle your rubbish,

separate bins available across the park for recyclables.

Switch off all your lights

when you are not using your holiday home and turn them off when you are not using a room. Particularly external lighting.

Don’t use your car to get around the park, instead count your steps, enjoy the exercise and save money on fuel.

Please close your hot tub lid when you are not using it. It will help the tub maintain its temperature and reduce electricity usage.

For up to date information please visit hoburne.com/sustainability

FOOD & DRINK

After all the adventure and action, you’re going to need to refuel.

And, as holidays are all about relaxing, why not take a break from cooking too!

By day, enjoy fish and chips on the patio, or cosy up with a coffee in the café. By night, sample some of our nearby pubs or restaurants.

Food service

Fancy a coffee and some cake after a long day exploring? Our café offers a relaxed and casual dining experience, serving everything from delicious light bites to tasty treats.

Also keep an eye out for Late Nights for live entertainment.

Local eateries

Get to know the locals or just take in the view and enjoy your evening meal at our local pub. The Smugglers Inn is within walking distance, where you can enjoy a meal and a glass of your choosing and not have to worry about paying for a taxi back.

Only a short drive away in Dunster, you’ll find The Luttrell Arms offering both private and al fresco dining to suite everyone.

The spice Merchant is an authentic Indian restaurant located on Market St in Watchet.

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Our Reception is open every day, here you will find a wealth of information on things to see and do on the park and in the surrounding area.

Wi-Fi

FREE Wi-Fi is available throughout the park. Simply go onto your Wi-Fi settings, find ‘Hoburne Wireless’ and follow the instructions. Any problems, please contact Reception.

Please note the Wi-Fi is not suitable for downloading or streaming. Strongest Wi-Fi is in café /Reception.

Checking out

Please note that check out time is 10am for all accommodation.

Want to extend your stay? Speak to Reception and we’ll see how we can help you.

Fire drill

For your safety please make yourself aware of the position of the nearest fire-fighting appliance to your holiday unit.

Please be aware of the location of the nearest telephone in case of emergency.

First aid/injury

If you require a qualified first aider, please go to Reception. There is a minor injuries department at Minehead hospital (not 24 hours).

Should you or any member of your party need to go to hospital for any reason, please inform Reception. A Defibrillator is available at the front of the park at the entrance to the cafe.

Etiquette

Remember your neighbours! Please show concern for other visitors at all times, and please no loud noise at night.

Please do not drop rubbish, litter bins are provided.

We ask everyone to refrain from playing or allowing children to play ball games in the areas between caravans.

Dogs

We welcome dogs but they must be kept on their leads at all times.

The beach is dog friendly all year. Dogs are allowed in our food area and reception areas. It is the responsibility of the owners to clean up after their dogs and use the dog litter bins provided.

BBQs

BBQs must not be used on decking areas of caravans and lodges and not placed directly on the grass. They must never be taken inside any accommodation.

Electric vehicle charging point

We have type 2 connector 22kW electric vehicle charge points by the entrance to the Park.

Electric Scooters

Electric scooters are not allowed on the park. Only electric scooters required to support a disability are permitted on the Park and the relevant authority has issued you with a certificate.

Vehicles

Please observe all speed limits within the park –children are at play!

Please park all cars in designated car parks, not on the grass. The revving up of motor bikes or riding around the park on them for pleasure is forbidden at all times. No electric or petrol scooters allowed on site for safety reasons. (This does not include mobility vehicles for disabled customers.)

Boats/trailers and jet skis must be booked in at Reception and a parking position allocated. They must not be parked alongside properties –fire precautions forbid this practice.

Bicycles

Please ride on the roads, not across the grass areas between accommodation. Lights are required if

ridden after dark. It is the parents’ responsibility towards younger children on bicycles to ensure that they are aware of the dangers of cars driving around the park.

If leaving bicycles unattended ensure that they are locked and secure. It is not advisable to leave bicycles out at night. We also request you observe the signs in the areas of the park where cycling is prohibited. Where bicycle racks are provided, please use them and do not leave bikes lying around for people to fall over.

Child safety

Please be aware of where your children are and ensure that whilst enjoying themselves they are showing respect and consideration for other holidaymakers.

Please also be aware there is a stream that runs at the far end of the touring field and far end of Country View. Children should be supervised by a capable and responsible adult at all times when in the locality of this stream.

Child identity wristbands are available, parents or guardians can request one at Reception. Please fill out your pitch number or your mobile number in the white box, NOT your child’s name.

Children under 12 must be supervised by a responsible adult in the outdoor play areas.

Please be aware of the danger of skin burns, particularly to young children in and around the vicinity of electric heaters whilst in use.

Park safety

Your safety is important to us. Do not climb over or break down hedgerows and fences.

Do not tamper with electrical appliances. If in any doubt, contact Reception.

Do not leave clothing to dry on or in front of fires. No smoking, vaping or E cigarettes are allowed in the complex or accommodation.

Be aware of tidal changes on the beach.

Please also be aware there is a stream that runs at the far end of the touring field and far end of Country View and the train line which runs alongside the park.

Hot Tub Do’s

Angle-Right Take care when entering & leaving the hot tub –decking can become slippery when wet.

Angle-Right Shower before and after using the hot tub.

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ALL times - when not in use, make sure the cover is on and secured.

Angle-Right Use the hot tub between the hours of 09:00 and 22:30.

Angle-Right Respect your neighbours. Due to the noise of the hot tub you won’t realise how loud you are.

Angle-Right Limit your time in the hot tub to a maximum of 20 minutes at a time.

Angle-Right Please remove all jewellery and tie up long hair before entering the hot tub.

Angle-Right People with heart disease, diabetes, circulation problems, pregnant or any serious illness should not enter the hot tub without prior consultation with their doctor.

Angle-Right Replace the lid after use.

Angle-Right Contact the park staff if you think the hot tub has been contaminated or if you have any concerns or problems with your hot tub.

Angle-Right If any allergic reaction occurs, leave the hot tub and rinse off in the shower. If the reaction persists, contact reception or seek medical advice.

Angle-Right If you feel unwell or experience breathing difficulties, leave the hot tub and seek medical advice.

Hot Tub Don’ts

Angle-Right Don’t add anything to the hot tub – bubble bath, shampoo etc.

Angle-Right Don’t use the hot tub after a heavy meal or under the influence of alcohol.

Angle-Right Don’t use the hot tub while using or after using any drug that may cause drowsiness, sleepiness or raise/lower your blood pressure.

Angle-Right Don’t allow children under the age of four or those unable to keep their head above the water level when sitting, in the hot tub.

Angle-Right Don’t immerse your head or swallow the hot tub water.

Angle-Right Don’t place candles on the hot tub.

Angle-Right Don’t use glass in or near the hot tub.

Angle-Right Don’t use the hot tub alone.

Angle-Right Don’t use any electrical appliances in or in the vicinity of the hot tub.

Angle-Right Don’t sit, stand or lie on the hot tub cover.

Angle-Right Don’t turn hot tub isolation switch off unless there is an emergency.

Angle-Right Don’t exceed the maximum number of people that the hot tub is designed for.