Parkdean Resorts has committed to extending its support to the Armed Forces in 2025 by donating over 200 holidays worth over £150,000 to members of the military community and their families.
In 2024, Parkdean Resorts donated 185 holidays across its 21 holiday parks in partnership with the Army Central Fund, the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity and the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund.
The breaks were granted in recognition of the recipients’ service, providing military personnel with much-needed respite and support for recovery.
Parkdean Resorts also holds the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award from the Defense Employer Recognition Scheme, the highest honor a company can achieve for its commitment to veteran-friendly recruitment processes and development opportunities.
In addition, Parkdean Resorts will sponsor the Armed Forces Families Advocate of the Year award at the Celebrating Forces Families Awards next year. This ceremony honors the often overlooked contributions and vital support of military families.
Steve Richards, CEO of Parkdean Resorts, said: “We have so much respect for Armed Forces families for the resilience and sacrifices they make in facing unique challenges and standing strong behind those who serve. Bringing families together and creating unforgettable memories is at the heart of everything we do, so we are delighted to be able to give back armed forces families by providing them with the opportunity to spend quality time together.
“In 2025 we will be giving away £150,000 worth of free holidays to military families from all walks of life to help them create happy memories.”
Tania Carter, Head of Respite, Care and Advocacy at the RAF Benevolent Fund, said: “Military life, including regular transfers and deployments, can be demanding and take its toll on serving RAF personnel and their families, particularly those with other welfare needs. .
“We are very grateful for the support of Parkdean Resorts, which offers serving RAF families the opportunity to spend quality time away with each other and make lasting memories while recovering from the daily challenges of military life. Our partnership enabled us to provide breaks for RAF families with chronic illness or injury, bereavement and other challenges. We look forward to continuing our partnership to support more members of our RAF family when they need it most.”
Anne Carr, Head of Grants for the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity, said: “At the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity, we see first-hand the impact that being away together has on military families, who often face enormous challenges. Parkdean Resorts’ generous holiday donations allow our beneficiaries to relax, reconnect and recharge , which helps them feel valued and supported by the wider community.We are incredibly grateful Parkdean’s continued commitment to our Armed Forces and we are excited to see even more Royal Navy and Royal Marines families benefit from this fantastic initiative in 2025.
