Camping offers eco-friendly holiday
Camping and caravanning offer an ideal opportunity to go on a holiday which is environmentally friendly.
According to the Times, going to a family holiday park and staying in a tent or caravan can help reduce your carbon footprint.
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Second-hand caravan buyers should beware
The second-hand caravan market is usually a good place to pick up a bargain, but one company has warned potential buyers to be wary.
Safeguard, a caravan insurance firm, has urged buyers to be vigilant when shopping for their latest holiday ...More >
Northampton is UK's 'caravan hotspot'
Northampton has been dubbed a city of caravan enthusiasts after its residents purchased 1,100 of the vehicles online last year.
According to figures released by internet auction site eBay, people living in the Northampton region spent £350,0...More >
Camping is cool again, says expert
Holidaymakers planning their summer trips may be interested to know that camping is "cool" again, according to an expert.
The editor of the Cool Camping guide book series, Jonathan Knight, said the rise of luxury and boutique camping has mad...More >
Caravanning 'a green holiday option'
Caravanning holidays are an ideal option for those looking for an environmentally-friendly getaway.
The Huddersfield Daily Examiner has reported families can do many activities on one site, reducing the need to travel around in cars.
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Camping is not just a cheap option
Camping has not just become cool because it is cheap, as many luxury camping holidays are offered, according to an expert.
The Cool Camping guide book reveals luxury camping getaways can be expensive but offer an alternative break for many p...More >
Opt for motorhome holiday to save money, say experts
Holidaymakers hoping to save money on their break this summer should opt for a motorhome holiday, experts have advised.
According to the Guardian, hiring a caravan for a week can cost from £500 and there will be an additional cost of parking...More >
Caravan lovers should get to country fair
Fans of luxury caravanning should head down to the Brocklesby Fair, in Grimsby this weekend.
Second prize in the raffle at the event is the opportunity to stay in a six-berth luxury caravan, reports the Grimsby Telegraph.
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Tyre checks important before travelling
Caravan owners heading away for this summer should check their tyre pressure before hitting the road.
Basic safety checks need to be done to the whole vehicle before taking it out on the road, especially if it has been stood still all winter...More >
Campers can charge phone in a 'green way'
Campers at Glastonbury this year will no longer have the problem of having no electricity to charge their phone, thanks to Orange.
The mobile phone operator will be putting a wind and solar powered tent at the festival to help revellers in t...More >
Caravanners heading abroad should check policies
As people look to cut back on their spending in the credit crunch, more will choose to take their car and caravan abroad this summer.
But travellers should be prepared for their travels to Europe, with insurance being the first port of call....More >
Midlands is the 'caravan Bermuda Triangle'
It is thought 4,000 British caravans disappear every year, with owners in the Midlands being hardest hit, according to new research.
AA Caravan Insurance has described the area as the "caravan Bermuda Triangle" as it sees more disappearances...More >
First lady flies with caravan
The US president's wife, Laura Bush, likes to travel in style, in a caravan, according to a source.
When flying to visit troops in Afghanistan the first lady had residency in her own caravan, held inside the official aircraft, reports the Me...More >
Johnnie Walker buys Autotrail motorhome
Radio 2 DJ Johnnie Walker has bought a new motorhome and is "delighted" with the new vehicle, according to a source.
The veteran broadcaster collected the keys to his new holiday home from the Wellington area, in Somerset, reports the Somers...More >
Caravan Club opens up to bird lovers
The Caravan Club has revealed members who are also bird enthusiasts can get involved and learn about local birds and wildlife treats in their area.
Certain sites are participating in the latest scheme from the caravan authority, who have tea...More >
Caravan thefts in Lancashire total over £1m in 2007
The cost of caravan theft in Lancashire alone cost over £1 million last year, according to figures from the police.
Some vehicles stolen were worth in excess of £25,000, with 100 vehicles being pinched in total in the first eight months of 2...More >
Vintage caravanning 'should be tried'
Some caravan lovers who are looking for a different twist on their usual trip away in the UK have been advised that vintage caravanning may be the way forward.
According to Stephen Bleach, a writer for the Times, vintage caravan holidays are...More >
New £5m caravan park for Lowestoft
A new £5 million caravan park is being proposed in Lowestoft in Suffolk to transform a run down area.
Park Holidays has revealed the plans, which it says will draw 15,000 tourists a year when it opens in 2009, reports EDP24.
The sit...More >
Police warn caravan owners to be vigilant
Police around the UK are warning caravan owners ahead of the summer season to be vigilant with their vehicle's security.
Doncaster police have warned that all vehicles should have the 17 digit vehicle identification number etched on the vehi...More >
Camping can help families 'get back to basics'
People can use camping to get back to basics and enjoy nature, rather than going to holiday parks.
Stephen Bleach, writing in the Times, states the best type of camping is "in a farmer's field, with a water tap, a shower block, gorgeous scen...More >
Glastonbury welcomes caravan and motorhome owners
Those attending Glastonbury this year may be able to do so with more class this year as more caravan and motorhome pitches are being provided.
Muddy and wet conditions could be avoided for those who own their own caravan as, according to Saf...More >
Best pubs for campers named
Campers who want to seek out a good pub while on their holiday will find life much easier, after the Guardian produced a list of top camper-friendly watering holes.
The newspaper has picked the top pubs which are located near camp sites, mea...More >
New form of camping unveiled
Camping pods, made of wood and resembling a shed, are now on offer as a different method of camping.
Nell Card, a writer for the Observer, said a recent visit to the Eskdale Camping and Caravanning Club Site, where the pods were on offer, pr...More >
Def Leppard singer fan of caravans
Joe Elliot, the lead singer of Def Leppard, has said his childhood holidays involved going caravanning in Wales.
The vocalist described the family holidays as "great" despite saying the only entertainments they used to have was Scrabble when...More >
Caravan supplier reports jump in sales
A caravan supplier has reported an increase in the number of people buying the vehicles in the past six months.
Discover Leisure said turnover of the firm grew by 412 per cent in the six months to the start of March, account for £51.8 millio...More >
Caravan holidays are back in fashion
Caravan holidays are becoming more popular in the UK, with Britain's caravan park's reporting a 30 per cent rise in the number of people opting for the getaway.
Haven has reported that rise in visitors for breaks in June and July, saying the...More >
More people choosing a caravan holiday
More people are opting for a caravan holiday in the UK, according to research from Haven Holidays.
The company said that the rising cost of living has left many families with less to spend on their annual getaway, leaving many opting to stay...More >
Highways Agency advises on caravan safety
The Highways Agency is set to provide advice on caravan road safety during the 81st Caravan Club National rally this weekend.
Around 10,000 caravans are expected to attend the event, according to the agency, with many seeing it as the start ...More >
'A third of Brits' will consider caravanning this summer
A third of all people in the UK are considering going on a caravanning holiday this summer, according to new research.
The latest survey from American Express has found that more people are taking their own vehicle on holiday, with 27 per ce...More >
More people opting to 'holiday at home'
The culture, countryside and sport make Britain an idea place to holiday this summer, according to an industry expert.
VisitBritain has revealed that the UK having "some of the best exhibitions in the world" will lead more people to holiday ...More >
Caravan park aiming to 'go green'
One caravan park is aiming to create an eco-friendly site to give customers a nicer environment in which to holiday, according to a source.
The Hafan y Mor park, near Pwllheli in Wales, now has a dedicated 'green team' designed to increase t...More >
Caravan owners should look after dogs on holiday
Pet owners should be wary when taking dogs on holiday this summer, as those animals left locked up in a caravan could die.
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) has warned that pet owners should not just be conce...More >
Isle of Wight camping packages offered
One company which offers camping on the Isle of Wight has announced a new range of package holidays.
Red Funnel Holidays includes the cost of the ferry rise to the island in its cost, regardless if holidaymakers have a trailer, caravan or mo...More >
Internet is favoured option for caravan holiday bookers
More people are opting to book their holiday online rather than visit a travel agent, according to an industry expert.
Caravanning and camping holidaymakers are opting to do research for their getaway online, with Travelsupermarket.com predi...More >
More people choosing static caravanning holidays
More people are turning to static caravans as a cheap holiday closer to home, with the choice surrounding the concept appealing to many, according to one source.
The options of being self-catering or eating out and the many potential locatio...More >
Caravan park rewarded for crime fighting initiative
An initiative between a caravan park and local residents in Fylde has been recognised with an award.
The park and the Fylde Community Safety Partnership won a problem orientated partnership award, which aims to reward partnerships to tackle ...More >
Racing car driver celebrates world record in motorhome
The Formula 1 racing car driver Rubens Barrichello has celebrated breaking a world record with a party in a motorhome.
Barrichello beat the current record for competing in the highest number of races for one driver on Saturday, making it 275...More >
Cheshire site clinches best site award
A couple who run a caravanning site have won the Best Certified Site award in a recent ceremony.
The owners of the Bostock Caravan Park won the Camping and Caravanning Club's award for best site and won tickets to the National Boat, Caravan ...More >
Tourist board releases new caravanning guide
The British Tourist Board has released a new guide to camping and caravan sites in the UK.
Entitled Britain's Camping, Caravan and Holiday Park guide, the book provides comprehensive information on all assessed sites in Britain.
The...More >
Caravan park wins award for excellence
One caravan park has won a coveted Enjoy England Award for Excellence, adding to the gold award received two years ago.
The Seafield Caravan Park in Northumberland received a silver award for its services at this year's ceremony, reports the...More >
Camping enthusiast converted to luxury motorhome
A Mercedes motorhome has been classed as a "home away from home" by one tester and has converted her from a camping enthusiast.
Emma Brittain, writing for the Coventry Telegraph, said she was previously a camping fan, but not an advocate of ...More >
Caravan crime reduced by 70 per cent
Good news for caravan owners, as new statistics have shown that thefts of the vehicles have dropped by 70 per cent.
According to Pink.co.uk, the drop has occurred since 2000 with industry bodies having joined with the Home Office to reduce t...More >
'More people taking second holiday in UK'
More people are considering spending their second holiday in the UK due to the credit crunch and concerns about the environment, according to an industry expert.
People may opt for holidays like caravanning and camping at home in the search ...More >
Caravan owner has victory over insurance firm
One caravan owner has had a victory over an insurance company, after it previously refused to payout for vandalism.
The insurance company, Royal and Sun Alliance, has reversed its decision on the vehicle which is owned by north Kent's Safety...More >
Adsa makes camping cheaper-at £8
Asda is helping campers out this summer, by putting a two-man model on sale for less than £10.
The tent is aimed at families who are feeling the pinch from the credit crunch and want a cheaper holiday option, according to the Press Associati...More >
Motorhome sales see a dip
Rising petrol prices and dropping consumer confidence are causing motorhome manufacturers to report lower sales.
As the companies should be entering their busiest season they are feeling the pinch of lower consumer sending.
One idea...More >
Caravan park wins at tourism Oscars
Poston Mill Park has won VisitBritain's award for Caravan Holiday Park of the Year award.
The site, which was recently awarded a David Bellamy Gold Conservation Award, is set in 33 acres of the Herefordshire countryside.
All of the ...More >
Caravan park goes green on energy and water
A holiday park in Devon has launched a plan to go greener, which includes using bio-diesel in the site's vans.
The Devon Cliffs Holiday Park is carrying out many energy saving methods before the summer season begins, reports the Exmouth Jour...More >
Britain's resorts "heavily regenerated"
Britain's coastal resorts have been "heavily regenerated" over the past few years, making the country a more attractive holiday option, according to an industry expert.
VisitBritain said that seaside attractions have begun targeting specific...More >
Burney caravan park plans rejected - again
Plans for a caravan park in Burnley have been rejected again, as they are deemed as unacceptable by the planning authorities.
The council's development control committee has turned the proposal down, despite being recommended by council offi...More >
