Sea King ZE369
Sister to XZ589 — a real RAF Sea King for up to four, on the water at Scarborough.
ZE369 is a real RAF Search & Rescue Sea King and a truly memorable place to stay — sister airframe to XZ589, with exactly the same layout.
It's one open-plan space inside: a double bed at the tail, a set of bunk beds, a seating area and a small kitchenette, plus a dining area for two in the original cockpit. Outside there's a picnic bench for four and a gravelled area of your own.
This is a basic glamping experience — no bedding or towels are provided, and while there's heating inside, there's no hot water in the airframe (hot showers are about 25 metres away on the campsite), so pack accordingly. You'll find lights and USB charging sockets inside and a drinking-water tap outside. Showers, toilets and a pot-wash area are on the campsite nearby.
What makes Sea King ZE369 special
The original cockpit, kept just as the crew left it — dials, switches and all — now a one-of-a-kind dining nook for two.
Take a look inside
What's on board
- Sleeps 4 — double bed in the tail plus a set of bunk beds
- Small kitchenette: fridge, microwave, kettle & toaster
- Crockery, cutlery & washing-up kit for 4
- Dining area for 2 in the original cockpit
- Heating, electric lighting & USB charging sockets inside
- Drinking-water tap outside
- Outdoor picnic bench (seats 4) & gravelled area
- One free parking space on site
- Self check-in with lockbox
- Shower & toilet facilities on the campsite (not inside the helicopter)
Where you'll stay
North Yorkshire Water Park · Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Just off the A170 near Wykeham, around 10 minutes inland from Scarborough and the coast. The water park is signposted from the main road. Detailed arrival directions and a what3words pin are included in your booking confirmation.
Self check-in from 3pm. Check-out by 11am. You'll receive arrival details and a gate code the day before your stay.
Full location details →Guest reviews
“Our two kids have told literally everyone they slept in a helicopter. Loads of room and a brilliant spot by the water.”