Orchard Holiday Village - Clacton on Sea
Orchards is an action-packed Holiday Village with activities such as Archery Coaching and Junior Segways for the whole family to take on! There’s two coarse fishing lakes and a challenging 9-hole golf course to take a swing at too. Not forgetting both an indoor and an outdoor pool for splashing fun! If you fancy exploring the local area, the maritime town of Brightlingsea is nearby with daily boat trips and a sandy beach.
Depending on your Disability / Special needs we offer several types of Holiday Homes ( Static Caravans ) please note all our Adapted Caravans sleep a maximum of 6 people and are 2 Bedroom.
We've taken extra steps to make sure our accommodation works for everyone.
Two types of adapted caravan are available to guests with disabilities.
Roomier and more accessible than the standard holiday home, the caravan is fitted with sliding internal doors, an adapted bathroom and can be equipped with a trapeze lift handle (which you can request at the time of booking). Any other equipment as well as any Carers can be hired from our partner 247 Totalcare Ltd
It comes with all the essentials you'd find in our other accommodation, including a TV, microwave, refrigerator and gas fire.
Type 1 Adapted Caravan
Suitable for guests with moderate accessibility issues. These caravans include:
- Ramp access to the door
- Double bed or twin single in the main bedroom
- Twin singles in the second bedroom
- Shower area has outward opening double doors with an entry lip to retain the water
- Some lowered units in the kitchen
- Parking next to the caravan (not guaranteed at all parks)*
*If we can't offer parking next to the caravan, there will always be parking nearby our accommodation. We have Blue Badge spaces in the main complex for those who need them.
Type 2 Adapted Caravan
Suitable for guests that are wheelchair dependent or who have limited mobility.
- Ramp access to front door (wider doors)
- Wet room with seating in shower
- Hand rails and sliding doors throughout
- Main bedroom with wheelchair accessible 3ft twin beds
- Second bedroom with 2'6" beds (not wheelchair accessible)
- Parking next to the caravan (not guaranteed at all parks)*
*If we can't offer parking next to the caravan, there will always be parking nearby our accommodation. We have Blue Badge spaces in the main complex for those who need them.
Accessible swimming
When you book the Holiday Pass package, you'll have access to pre-book our swimming pools on park. The park is equipped with a pool hoist which is available upon request should you require it.
The parks offers a changing rooms with toilet, changing area and wet room shower facilities suitable for guests with disabilities.
Please speak to the Team at Orchard Village directly before booking your swimming sessions if you have any individual needs.
Site Information for Accessible Holiday Guests
How accessible are the facilities at Orchards Holiday Village?
Is the park wheelchair friendly?
Yes, our 240-acre park is mainly flat and wheelchair friendly. You can hire wheelchairs or scooters from 247 Totalcare Ltd on 01474 57700 or by speaking to our Disability Team on 01273 950 940
Do you provide Carers at Orchards Holiday Village ?
No the Park doesn't provide Carers on site, however if you need Care and additional equipment whilst on holiday you can Pre-book with 247 Totalcare Ltd. Good new if you receive Direct Payments from your local council they can arrange Care and Equipment and you can pay for it with your Direct Payment Card.
Access There's disabled access to our Reception and main complex. There's a ramp to the dance floor and toilets for disabled guests are available.
How long would it take you to walk from the furthest point in the park to facilities? 15 minutes. Please remember electric mobility scooters / electric wheelchair should be set at max speed of 4 mph
Accommodation areas suitable for guests with disabilities Areas close to the facilities and suitable for guests with disabilities include: Parklands, Lakelands and Oakland Way.
Parking We have Blue Badge spaces in the main complex for those who need them.
Swimming pool There's a pool hoist available. The lifting capacity is 400lbs/181kgs. There's a ramp from the showers to the poolside and steps to access the pools.
Changing area We have a changing area for disabled guests with toilet and shower facilities.
Access to sea/beach There's direct access to a sandy and pebbly beach on park from three areas. The accessibility to these areas vary.
Please bring any Sharp bins with you as we do not provide on-site.
Onsite Activities
Food Options On-site
Important Information
Holidays at The Orchards Holiday Village
Opens 0n 8 Mar 2024 to 1 Nov 2024 and 7 Mar 2025 to 3 Nov 2025
- 3 Night Breaks - Friday 16:00 to Monday 10:00
- 4 Night Breaks - Monday 16:00 to Friday 10:00
- 7 Night Breaks - Monday 16:00 to Monday 10:00 or Friday 16:00 to Friday 10:00 or Saturday 16:00 to Saturday 10:00*
- 10 Night Breaks - Friday 16:00 to Monday 10:00
- 11 Night Breaks - Monday 16:00 to Friday 10:00
- 14 Night Breaks - Monday 16:00 to Monday 10:00 or Friday 16:00 to Friday 10:00
The site does not offer 1,2,5 or 6 Night Stays you would need to book one of the above options. Saturday to Saturday check-ins are limited due to shortage of Units and attract a premium.
Adapted Units are all 2 Bedrooms and normally have a Double pull out in lounge and cannot take above 6 Guests.
Dogs can be accommodated upto 2 per unit at from £35.00 per dog . Accessible Dogs (proof required are Free)
The Unit may be owned by Site Owners or a Privately owned Unit.
Please inform us if you would like a Hideaway or Breakaway Break ?
About the Hideaway package:
Hideaway holidays give our guests the chance to escape to the great British coast at a pace that suits them. Use your accommodation as a base to enjoy the local area to its fullest - enjoy local walks and explore nearby towns, villages and attractions.
What facilities are available?
During your stay, you will have access to:
- Self-catered accommodation
- Restaurants
- Takeaways
- Arcades
Please note, guests who have booked a Hideaway holiday will not have access to pools, entertainment venues or activities during their break.
0r a Full Breakaway which includes Passes.
If you're in need of an epic family getaway, then our traditional holidays are the break of choice packed full of swimming, entertainment and activities.
What facilities are available for our Holiday guests?
Your Breakaway holiday includes accommodation, restaurants, takeaways and arcades, as well as a Play Pass which allows you entry to our entertainment venues and pools, as well as the ability to book activities.
Please note, whilst we have a lot of free activities for you to get stuck into, some of our activities do require a small additional charge to book.
Holiday Protection (HP) covers:
- Redundancy
- Sickness
- Jury service
- Death
It's available to purchase within 48 hours of when you made your booking and can be booked directly with our booking agent and specific prices based on the duration of your holiday can be found below:
Self catering holidays
- Five nights or less - £22
- Six to nine nights - £38
- Ten nights or more - £55
How to book
To book an adapted caravan, call 01273 950 940 to speak to one of our specially trained advisors.
They will listen to your individual requirements to help you plan your holiday.
Please note, as these bookings are not available to make online. Book on the phone with us.
