More than 100,000 visit Center Parcs in first six months

More than 100,000 people have come through the doors of Center Parcs Longford Forest since its opening in July last year, the company has confirmed.

Since opening in July 2019, visitor numbers to the Longford Forest resort in Newcastle Woods, near Ballymahon have exceeded expectations, a statement indicated, adding that more than 100,000 guests have stayed at Center Parcs Longford Forest for a short break, generating an average occupancy of approximately 80%. 
Approximately 10% of guests visiting Center Parcs for the first time have already booked a return stay, the UK-based holiday firm said,
Almost 90% of guests who have visited Longford Forest are from Ireland, suggesting a strong interest amongst Irish consumers in Center Parcs’ short-stay offering. 
In a statement recently, Center Parcs stated that Longford Forest has successfully integrated the unparalleled aspects and activities of its UK resorts with an offering that has been brought to life and delivered by a predominantly local workforce. 
Guests to Longford Forest are spending more on average on leisure activities and restaurants than at the Center Parcs UK resorts.
Of the 1000 plus employees working at Longford Forest, 82% of them come from the surrounding locality.
Over 150 Irish suppliers are working with Center Parcs and contributing produce to its unique offering.