Center Parcs has reported a 6.4 per cent increase in pre-tax profits of £26m on total turnover of £229.6m for the 52 weeks ending 21 April – the group’s first full year of trading on the LSE.

Occupancy stood at 92.4 per cent, with visits from more than £1.5m guests.

Chief executive Martin Dalby was upbeat about the new financial year, following a 5.9 per cent increase in turnover during the first 11 weeks.

However, he added: “We remain cautious given the general economic outlook for the UK. The forthcoming peak holiday periods will be key to the outcome for the year.” Details: www.centerparcs.co.k