DIY Tips for Decorating your Luxury Holiday Home

July 7, 2015
A Bordeaux caravan kitchen in Silverdyke

So is it time for some DIY SOS? Are you needing to freshen and fix things up to inject some Zen back into your surroundings? Well on that note lets take a look at some fun DIY tips that don’t break the bank to put the luxury back into your luxury holiday home…

 

DIY Kitchen Tips

If you want to change the look and feel of your luxury holiday homes kitchen then this needn’t be a complete overhaul. You can change the tiles to add a little splash of colour, upgrade your taps to something more up to date or you can update your units by buying new doors or adding a lick of paint to them. Changing door knobs or handles is also a quick, easy and cheap way to personalise and add a little twist to things.

How to change taps:

 

Top tip: If using silicone, have a cup of water to wet your finger in before running it along it to smooth it. If working with any plumbing in your kitchen be sure to turn off the water supply or you may have a shower added into the bargain!

 

DIY Bathroom Tips

If you want to spruce up your holiday homes bathroom then simple things like adding a funky toilet seat can make the world of a difference and are straight-forward to fit.

If you want to save time and money on cleaning and cleaning products, and the bathroom is needing a lick of paint, then it is worth considering painting your bathroom with anti mould paint. Although it is more expensive than normal paint it will last longer, stay looking fresh for longer and in the long run save you money and smaller bathrooms are more susceptible to mould!

 

DIY Living Room Tips

If you have small living area in your luxury holiday home and want to enhance the feeling of space, the addition of a large mirror to a wall can have fabulous effects. Not only does it reflect the room, increasing the feeling of space but reflects light too, brightening things up.

Other small changes to upgrade the overall look are changing over light switches and plug fittings from plastic to attractive metal finishes. Be sure to switch off all electrics prior to undertaking this work!

 

So there you go, some quick easy and inexpensive ways to add some zest and personality into your holiday home. Here at Silverdyke Park we take great pride in our luxury holiday homes as do our owners- it is a home away from home! Not an owner? Buy a Holiday Home here with us at Silverdyke and put some of those DIY tips to use!

 

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Afternoon Tea By The Sea – Silverdyke Opens To All

July 2, 2015

 Afternoon Tea By The Sea – Open Doors Weekend

Dates:              Sat 11th – Sun 12th July
Time:               12 – 4pm
Parking:          Available on site
Address:         Silverdyke Caravan Park, Windmill Road, Cellardyke, Anstruther, Fife, KY10 3FN
For Satnav use postcode KY10 3BT

 

Known as a peaceful holiday haven with uninterrupted views from the Firth of Forth to the Isle of May, Silverdyke Holiday Park gets ready to showcase its latest development in luxury camping. Join us here in sunny Fife for Afternoon Tea by the Sea!

Since opening in 2012 and having enjoyed outstanding customer feedback year on year, owners of Silverdyke Holiday Park, Gwen and Kirsty, have decided to expand the Park with a brand new Luxury Lodge development now ready to be enjoyed this summer.

To celebrate their latest edition to the park and to thank all those who have supported Silverdyke over the past 3 years, Gwen and Kirsty will be hosting ‘Afternoon Tea by the Sea’ as part of their open doors weekend between Saturday 11th – Sunday 12th July (12- 4pm) for public to enjoy, to view their holiday homes and explore the lodges on sale at the Park.

 

Owners of Silverdyke Caravan Park, Gwen and Kirsty said:

“As a friendly, family run holiday park we’re delighted to be able to share our luxury park with locals and all who wish to experience the tranquility first hand.  

 

“As part of Afternoon Tea By The Sea, guests will be able to roam freely round the park, view the luxury lodges and holiday homes for sale and will get the chance to speak with the owners first hand – an ideal opportunity to come and visit for anyone considering purchasing a luxury holiday home.

“Our mantra revolves around making sure our guests cherish the Silverdyke luxury experience for years to come and we look forward to welcoming everyone in July.”

 

HH Sheraton Living

Located on the East Coast of Fife with views from the Firth of Forth to the Isle of May, Silverdyke luxury Holiday Park proudly offers a peaceful haven for all who wish to stay there.

 

 

 

Note To Editors

Please RSVP directly to Silverdyke Holiday Park by calling 01333 313 098 or email Gwen and Kirsty on info@silverdykepark.co.uk

 

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Top Fife Attractions you have to Visit

July 2, 2015

The Kingdom of Fife is a fine place.

It occupies a peninsula formed by the Firth of Forth to the South and the Firth of Tay to the North. This small region has a unique variety of landscapes, an extensive rocky coastline and golden sands – the only region in Scotland to boast three award winning Blue Flag beaches. Inland lies the peaceful Howe of abundant grassland, rich woodland and rolling hills of fertile farm land. East and West Lomond Hills are prominent landmarks and the centre of Scotland’s first Regional Park . This is the Kingdom of Fife whose existence as a separate entity can be traced back to the Pictish Kingdom of Fib in the centuries after the departure of the Romans.

In our latest blog, we explore the best of Fife attractions to help you plan your escape to our Kingdom.

 

East Neuk of Fife

 

The East Neak (Neuk is the old Scots word for corner) is the name given to the wedge of land around the eastern peninsula and is famous for its picturesque fishing villages and harbours such Crail, Anstruther , Pittenweem St Monans , Anstruther and Cellardyke – a quaint village and old fishing settlement – site of the Silverdyke Caravan park.

 

Activities in Fife

 

The East Neuk is home to some of the finest beaches and water-sport facilities. In the sandy cove of Elie Bay a range of sports are offered by Elie water-sports – sailing, windsurfing, sea kayaking,water skiing in the sheltered waters or heading out to sea if more experienced.

Elie has one of Scotland’s most highly regarded golf courses. It is an 18 hole course with sensational views and combines undulating fairways with large, fast and firm greens.

The Fife Coastal Path (117 miles) is clearly way-marked and runs along the East Neuk and offers a range of walking experiences from easy and level to more demanding (Official Guide Book available 01592 656080, £9.99) Search for fossils and explore the Arthropleura (Giant Centipedes) Trackways on Crail bays west of the Harbour. This is considered one of the most beautiful Fife attractions by tourists far and wide.

For those with bikes, the Costal East Neuk Railway Path Circular Route passes through the region offering a low level route from Crail to Kinsbarns.

Gillingshill Nature Reserve with abundant grassland near Anstruther, provides a diversity of habitats that supports a wide range of breeding birds and is known for it’s bluebells in early summer. Boat trips can be taken from Anstuther to the Isle of May ,a National Nature Reserve and Bird Sanctuary with the largest puffin colony in the UK (Anstruther Pleasure Trips)

 

History of Fife

 

Kellie Castle (National Trust) is 2 miles north of Pittenweem, dating back to 1150. The library Ceiling is one of the oldest ornamental plaster ceilings in Scotland and the Dining room has painted panelling painted by 17th century Dutch artists. The castle garden are beautiful and relaxing with roses and herbaceous plants. An excellent tearoom is available offering lunches, dinners coffee, tea and cakes.

Anstruther is home to the Scottish Fisheries Museum detailing fishing history from its inception to the present day. Inland between Crail and Anstruther is Scotland’s Secret Bunker, for 40years one of Scotland’s best kept secrets, where under a farmhouse a tunnel leads to 24,000ft of secret accommodation intended for use in a nuclear war.

East of the beautiful village of St Monans, and situated on a raised beach is St Monans Windmill a reminder of the industrial past – the production of salt. The windmill provided the power to pump seawater into the saltpans which were then heated by coal mined nearby. It is still possible to see where the saltpans stood

 

Shopping in Fife

 

The shops in the villages offer many treasures from fashion and jewellery , fine art and ceramics and artisan food and drink. Crail Pottery arranged around a lovely courtyard offers a creative and unique range of pottery hand made on the premises. Browse in Old House Interiors to find something that little bit different. The Kinloch Gallery exhibits beautifully crafted hand-made furniture. A visit can also be made to Old Tom Morris Shop – the world’s oldest golf shop.

The East Neuk of Fife is a key holiday destination for young and old alike. A compact region of exceptional beauty, variety and interest.

 

Visiting Fife Attractions with Silverdyke Park

 

Here at Silverdyke Park you can hire a holiday home with stunning sea views to sit down and relax after a day of exploration visiting all the best Fife attractions! We look forward to welcoming you.

 

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Dog Friendly Holidays in Scotland

June 24, 2015

When planning a break away, the whole family should be able to come on board for the trip – pooches included! Kick off your holiday planning by booking one of our dog friendly holidays at our beautiful holiday park, Silverdyke.

 

Staying at Silverdyke Caravan Park – arguably one of the finest luxurious dog friendly holiday locations on the East Coast of Scotland – is truly the perfect Scottish holiday location for dogs and owners alike.  Nestled overlooking the sea on the magnificent Fife Coastal Path, you can stroll for miles, lapping up the scenery and indulging with the surrounding tranquility the Fife Coast brings.

Not up to the full walk? Insider tip – exit our little gate from the holiday park, following out towards the war memorial and simply follow the steps to the bottom of the hill. Turn left to walk towards Crail and start on a local trip to the famous Caves of Caiplie. These incredible caves are guaranteed to fascinate the whole family!

After an exploration of the caves, continue on to Crail and settle down for a spot of lunch. Once fuelled up once more, take some time to explore the local businesses and shops – you may just stumble across a little gem or two!

 

Fife Coastal Path Summary – Anstruther to Crail:

 

  • This stretch of the coastal path is 3 miles long and situated far away from traffic.
  • Due to the safe situation of the path, this is an ideal walk for both pets and children.
  • The path is great for competent cyclists and mountain bikers, however a few gates will need to be crossed, and one that bikes will have to be lifted over.
  • If you’re not quite up to the walk back, then public transport by bus will return you and your family safe and sound to our holiday park.

 

Booking Dog Friendly Holidays in Scotland

To find out availability for booking your dog friendly holidays with Silverdyke Holiday Park, get in touch with us here.

 

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Caravan Mania – The Tourer Holiday Trend

June 5, 2015

 

Tourer Holidays and caravan breaks are on the rise with huge growth in Scottish staycation holidays!

 

92% of Scotland’s holiday parks bookers are reported to be choosing to bring their own accommodation over glamping options. Scotland staycations and caravan holidays in Scotland are extremely popular on the East coast of Scotland in Fife due to its sunny and dry climate, stunning sea views and marine life.

 

Anstruther Holiday Park

 

The new 5 star Silverdyke Caravan Park opened its doors to tourer holidays and static caravan holiday makers when the well-known Anstruther holiday park announced it was closing.

This immaculate Scottish caravan park took ten years of planning to open its gates, and we promise you it is well worth a visit. With self-catering holiday lodges, luxury static caravan holidays and tourer pitch hire overlooking the sea; we have the perfect solution for all.

 

Holidays to Explore Scotland

 

Soak in the sea air and relax with a BBQ. Silverdyke Park is perfect for couples, families and group holidays what with the great shopping in St Andrews, sightseeing and attractions such as the Cold War Secret Bunker as well as boat trips to the Isle of May. Enjoy an exhilarating beach and cliff walk in Elie with the famous chain walk – but you’ll need to be a little bit agile and adventurous for this fun walk.

Family holidays in Fife are action packed; with so much to see and do for the kids in Fife coupled with the most beautiful views, Scottish restaurants and the wonderful town of St Andrews only 25 minutes’ drive away you are sure to a vacation of a lifetime.

 

Scottish Coastal Walks

 

Silverdyke Caravan Park is situated overlooking the sea and the famous Fife Coastal Path walk – an ancient walkway of historical sites and the local industries. Complete with cave explorations, ancient salt pan ruins, adventure play parks, sea water swimming pools and so many amazing nooks, crannies, harbours and fisher villages along the way, it’s a must-do challenge!

 

Book Today

 

Contact us today to find out availability and book Scottish tourer holidays and caravan breaks to Fife.

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Crail Food Festival

May 12, 2015
A photo of Crail with fishing baskets

“Crail in Fife” by Phyllis Buchanan is licensed under CC by SA-2.0

 

Are you a food-lover looking for the ultimate taste of the East Coast? Fear not, for annual local favourite, the Crail Food Festival is returning to Fife! So, what’s in store for Silverdyke Park visitors?

The festival kicks off on the 12th of June; the Crail Food Festival will host a wonderful opening night of supper and film! The first day will be followed up by a second day of fun and events kicking off at 10:30am. Visit fantastic events such as the Food and Drink Emporium, followed up by the Cookery Theatre. In addition to this, there are producer workshops, pop-up food and drink at the Marketgate, Crail.

Between 10:30am and 4pm, there will also be a children’s fun area, so there’s something to keep everybody happy! If you have a bit of a sweet tooth, the Chocolate Larder is your next destination, rounded off with a brilliant evening of Patter and Batter at the Crail Community Hall.

The third and final day of the festival brings the return of the Food and Drink Emporium, alongside the Harbour festival – a celebration of local delicacies! If you missed out on the second day of the festival, don’t worry as the Cookery Theatre and other events will be running throughout the day.

 

Other Attractions to visit during the Crail Food Festival

 

Situated only a short distance away from Silverdyke Park in the small, idyllic village of Crail, there is simply no reason to miss the food festival! Tickets for the Crail Food Festival go on sale on the morning of the 12th of May, 2015 and can be purchased here.

Why not stay a few more days – after all the surrounding area of Fife is teeming with history, culture and things to do for the whole family! Why not take a stroll along the Fife Coastal Path, famed for its natural beauty; it’s also the ideal opportunity to work off any extra calories from the food festival!

Head on through to St. Andrews and take the opportunity to explore the rugged St. Andrews cathedral ruins as well as the castle too! Of course, the Kingdom of Fife is serious golfing territory, so why not explore of the local courses of worldwide fame!

Keen to learn more about the St. Andrews golfing history? Head on over to the newly-refurbished British Golf Museum, reopening in June, 2015. Find out why St. Andrews is nicknamed the home of golf and enjoy the interactive exhibits on show.

 

Accommodation for the Crail Food Festival

 

Haven’t booked your Crail Food Festival accommodation yet? With so many wonderful attractions in the local area, why not book into our lovely holiday park? Situated near the lovely seaside village of Anstruther, visit local favourite, the Anstruther Fish Bar for a brilliant fish supper and visit the Scottish Fisheries Museum to find out more about the local produce too.

You can find out more about booking our static and tourer pitches right here. Already made up your mind? Contact us here.

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Places in Fife to add to your Travel Bucket List

May 4, 2015
A photo of the East Neuk, Fife

“St Monans and the Auld Kirk, East Neuk, Fife“ by SwaloPhoto is licensed under C.C. by-NC 2.0

Famous as the home of golf, the county of Fife, Scotland has more to offer than is commonly known. Home to some of the world’s most picturesque seaside towns and villages, as well as rich in stunning scenery, we’ve compiled a list of places in Fife to add to your travel bucket list.

Have Dinner at the Anstruther Fish Bar

Award-winning and a firm favourite with both locals and tourists, the Anstruther Fish Bar knows how to plate up a fish supper to rival them all. Situated in the East Neuk of Fife, the Anstruther Fish Bar is only a stone’s throw away from our very own Silverdyke Park and boasts previous celebrity customers such as Tom Hanks, Robert De Niro and even Prince William.

Star in classic film Chariots of Fire

Okay, maybe not quite star in the film itself, but did you know Fife is home to the beach from the iconic opening scenes of the film? The West Sands Beach, St. Andrews was indeed the location for the opening sequence of the film. Take the opportunity to whip out your smartphone and run along the beach with friends for the ultimate Chariots of Fire cinematic experience.

Visit a Seal Colony

Take the chance to witness grey seals in the natural habitat, outside the confines of aquariums. With pleasure cruises leaving Anstruther and North Queensferry, there’s plenty of opportunity to hop on a boat and experience the natural world first hand. Plan your trip strategically and witness seal pups finding their flippers in their adorable little white baby fur coats! If you’re lucky too, you may even spot a puffin or two!

Take in World-Class Beauty on the Fife Coastal Path

Steeped in wildlife and natural beauty, a trip along the Fife Coastal Path should be a definite addition to everybody’s travel bucket list. Created in 2002, the path passes by historical sites such as Macduff’s Castle and Pitmilly. Visitors have been lucky enough to spot porpoises and dolphins along the route, as well as other local wildlife. The trail is extensive and runs from Kincardine to Newburgh and takes roughly a week to complete, but by all means is a very rewarding experience. Further information on the different stages of the walk, as well as technical challenges can be found here.

Places in Fife to add to your Travel Bucket List

Fife is rich with many historic and cultural sites. Of course, it’s a struggle to capture only a few of the places in Fife to add to your travel bucket list when the area is surrounded by fantastic educational facilities! From Scotland’s best kept secret, The Secret Bunker, to the British Golf Museum there’s guaranteed to be an attraction to make everybody happy on a family holiday away. Planning a summer trip to Fife? Why not get in touch today to find out about our static caravans and tourer pitches availabile this summer!

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Win a 3 Night Stay for 2!

April 29, 2015

 

Where better to escape away to than Fife? Teeming with wildlife and natural beauty, destinations such as Anstruther and St. Andrews are the definition of the world-class scenery that Scotland is famed for. Why bother with the hassle of long-haul flights for a few hours on a crowded beach with golden white sands only a few hours’ drive away? Luckily, here at Silverdyke Park, we’ve teamed up with local attraction, The Secret Bunker to spoil you with the opportunity to win a 3 night stay for 2 at our fantastic holiday park.

 

Win a Three Night Stay – About the Prize

 

Join us at our holiday park, situated just outside the beautiful seaside town of Anstruther. Stay in one of our holiday caravans – or settle on one of our tourer pitches. Of course, as hard as it may be to leave the tranquility of our lovely caravan park for the day, we’ll be sending you on your way with two tickets to local attraction, the Secret Bunker for a fantastic day of exploring Scotland’s best kept secret and to top it all off, we’ve included two complimentary fish suppers thanks to the Anstruther Fish Bar on the East Shore, Fife.

 

A photo of Fish and Chips

 

Win a Three Night Stay – How to Enter

 

Entering into our competition to win a 3 night stay for 2 is simple! Here’s how you can enter not just once, but twice!

  • Facebook: Head on over to our Facebook, like our page then like and share our dedicated post here.
  • Twitter: Head on over to our page @SilverdykePark, follow us and then retweet our post about the competition to enter again!

Don’t delay – enter now to be in with a chance of winning our competition!

 

Terms and Conditions

 

  • Available to redeem between September and October 2015 only.
  • Available mid-week only.
  • Exclusions for breaks include bank holidays, during the 2015 Open Golf or Pittenweem festival.
  • Winner will be announced online and must contact Silverdyke directly to confirm their contact details.
  • The prize must be redeemed 90 days in advance of the holiday commencing.
  • Subject to availability.
  • Competition close date: 28th May, 2015

 

 

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Top Golf Courses near St. Andrews

April 21, 2015

It’s no secret that St. Andrews is serious golfing territory. Located only a short distance away from Silverdyke Park lays a golfer’s paradise. With championship links courses easily accessible and stunning grounds available to play on, we bring you the top golf courses near St. Andrews. Some may say we have our selection down to a Tee.

 

 

The Duke’s, St. Andrews

 

A championship course, the Duke’s is a highly regarded course to play on by both amateurs and pros. With challenges that demand technical skill, accuracy as well as a range of conditions to play in, it’s down to you how heavy you approach the course. A great opportunity to practice power golf, the course is played inland. As the hosting ground for the 2014 International European Amateur championship event, the course is a must-visit for all golf-enthusiasts.

 

 

Fairmont, St. Andrews

 

Recognised by readers of Conde Nast Traveller as 18th in the “The World’s Top Golf Resorts” poll, Fairmont, St. Andrews is not a course to be missed. Composed of two courses known as the Torrance and the Kittocks, the courses present magnificent views of the local natural beauty for those that take the opportunity to play. With the Torrance having played host as the qualifying course for the 2010 Open championship as well as the Kittocks being awarded Golf Club and Course Experience of Year by Golf Tourism Scotland (2013) it comes with little shock that enthusiasts from all over the world travel to play here.

 

 

Kingsbarns Golf Links

 

Ranked as one of the Worldwide Top 100 courses, the Kingsbarns Golf Links is located 7 miles outside of St. Andrews. However, don’t let the distance sway you – the short travel is well worth it. As an official venue of the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, the course presents a myriad of technical difficulties to challenge players. Founded in 1793, the links course is home to history gone past and is considered a true privilege to play on by enthusiasts alike.

 

 

Visiting Golf Courses near St. Andrews

 

Of course, with so many courses to visit and too little time to explore, there’s never been more of a need for quality self-catering accommodation. With so many top golf-courses near St. Andrews, why not treat yourself to your very own golf break, or spoil dad for Father’s Day. Book today and get ready to play on some truly world-class courses.

 

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8 Essential Items to pack for a Caravan Break

April 7, 2015

 

Packing for a holiday can be the most stressful part of your trip. From forgetting toothbrushes to your home comforts, these little touches can make all the difference. To help you prepare for your break away, we’ve compiled a list of eight essential items to pack for a caravan break!

 

Board Games

 

Who can say no to a good game of Monopoly? The game is family orientated, suitable for all ages (though the little pieces can be swallowed –keep the K9’s away!) and it’s fair to say if you don’t end up with a “Go to Jail” card, you’re onto a winner! If Monopoly isn’t your thing, perhaps a great game of Cluedo! Get your investigator hat on and find out who killed Miss Scarlet in the drawing room with the candlestick! Board games have always been a good source of entertainment and spark hilarious conversations!

 

Bring a brilliant book!

 

Sometimes it’s great to just sit back, relax and escape away from reality for a while. Try taking a good book on holiday with you, literature is a great way of relaxing you – the only hazard you have to watch out for is dozing off in the sun! Understandably not everyone is into the same kind of book, so find a genre that grips your attention! If you liked Cluedo then you should check out some good crime novels. If you’re a little more into the fantasy but don’t want to go with the mainstream charts, check out some works by the late Terry Pratchett. Up for a bit of Action? Look out for books by Matthew Reilly. There’s nothing better than laying in bed (or on a sun lounger) glued to a good book!

 

 Wine!

 

Celebrate good times, come on! Get your party on, the kids are with your parents, you’re not at work, it’s just the two of you alone, in a caravan, for an entire weekend break! Fancy a bit of Rosé, a deep red, or a wonderful white? There’s no reason not to and with beautiful panoramic sea views, it’s the perfect chance to capture the romance and enjoy a good glass with the spouse!

 

 Camera

 

You’re  on holiday! Be it at Silverdyke Park or faraway, you’re still going to be making memories – make them all the more vivid with some good snaps. Don’t pack it in the suitcase though, often some of the best pictures are taken on the way to and from the campsite! Upload your photos onto your Facebook when you get home and share the experience with your friends!

 

Food

 

Tinned food is always a plus when it comes to camping and caravan holidays, most campsites are self-catering so bringing food in tins is a great idea because they have longevity, foods like soup are easy to heat up and you can even get desserts in tins if you’re still feeling peckish after dinner!

 

Tin Opener

 

If you’re going to eat tinned food, then you might be best investing in a tin opener. If your on the go on your action packed caravan trip, the likelihood is that a tin opener is going to be your best friend.

 

Toilet Paper

 

This is a really easy one to forget, and yes, most campsites will supply caravans with toilet roll and basic toiletries, but what happens if you run out in the middle of the night? Or what if you suffer an unfortunate bout of unexpected hayfever? Toilet roll is a vital part of your day, whether you want to admit it or not, you probably use it at least three times a day for whatever, from blowing your nose to cleaning spilled juice.

 

Welly Boots

 

Most campsites are in fields and this means you’re going to need wellies! A pair of rubber Wellington boots can save your socks all year round. The best thing about wellies is that the come in all different sizes and colours, so you can have the most shocking bright pink wellies or a subdued classic green. Now not only do your feet get puddle protection but they now you can also strut in style.

 

Other Essential Items to pack for a Caravan Break

 

There you have it – our list of essential items to pack for a caravan break! If you’re planning to stay for a while, then you’ll more than likely have already sourced your home comforts to bring along with you. At Silverdyke Park we always put our guests comfort first, so don’t hesitate to get in touch and find out about our facilities on site.

 

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