A popular holiday park in Flintshire is celebrating its 60th anniversary.

Darwin Escapes' Talacre Beach Resort, located on the North Wales coast in Flintshire, has been a favourite destination for holidaymakers since the 1960s.

The 44-acre site, home to more than 450 caravans and lodges, recently underwent a £1m redevelopment.

This included improvements to the clubhouse and accommodation facilities, enhanced access to the pool, and the addition of a new games area and children's playground.

The park continues to draw thousands of visitors from across the UK and beyond to the coastal village, which has a population of fewer than 500 people.

Renovations were completed in several areas of the resort including its bar (Image: Supplied)

Chris Williams, the sales manager who joined the resort in 2004, said: "Talacre Beach Resort opened in the 1960s and has always been hugely popular, notably with people from the Midlands and the north of England.

"I’ve worked at the park under two different ownerships and there has always been a real community feeling, and since the transformation under Darwin Escapes there has been even more for people to enjoy."

The park had a strong start to the autumn season, with an influx of new owners joining the five-star tourist board award-winning park, defying post-pandemic trends.

Mr Williams attributes the park's continued success to the redevelopment of the wider location and neighbouring activities and attractions.

These include the historic Point of Ayr lighthouse, the RSPB nature reserve, amusement arcades, cafes, bars, and a traditional ice cream parlour.

He said: "Despite the many people who visit us every year, this part of the coast is still something of a hidden gem.

"Talacre is a fantastic place and there is so much to do, especially here on the park where we also have a tropical swimming pool, state-of-the-art gym suite, bar and restaurant, play areas and more, as well as a busy calendar packed with live events and activities.

"But for many the biggest selling point is the beautiful beach, taking in the sea air and being away from the hustle and bustle of the built-up towns and cities and urban areas they travel from, it gives them a much-needed escape from the day to day."

Mr Williams believes that trust is a significant factor in the park's success and longevity.

He said: "We have owners who have been with us for decades, they appreciate the transparency and tend to be aspirational.

"Many began with a lower range caravan and have upgraded over the years to high-end lodges or their dream holiday home, which is lovely to see - as we grow, they grow with us and vice versa.

"I’ve seen so many things change over the last 20 years but there has been one constant and that’s the smiles on people’s faces when they open the doors to their caravan for the very first time – long may that continue, and here’s to another 60 years in Talacre for Darwin Escapes."

For more information and to book a tour of Talacre Beach Resort, visit the Darwin Escapes website and follow @darwinescapes on social media.