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2013 13Profile, Dethleffs Esprit T7010 150BHP,Blue,Awn, Rev£54,540 Cam,TBC Rear Singles £54,995 PRE OWNED NON150 A CLASS VEHICLES on 150PAuto,Leather,Alde,Rear Singles+D/D £72,450 A7877-2 All-In-One Pack, Alloys, 180 Engine 2009 09 Eriba Jet, Awning, Solar, 25k miles £42,995 Globetrotter XlI DBM Premium, Trend Silver,Awning, 180 Auto, Awning TBC n 150UAuto, Satellite, Sat Nav,UAlloys TBCPack, Globetrotter Xli7850-2 7850 DBM, 180BHP,Auto,6m HabA/C Premium Pack,650 Sensation, Rear Lounge A Class, GB Rev Cam £67,477 2010 10 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 6k mls, 3.0L160 BHP Alde, 2014 64 Autotrail Dakota, 7k mls,Awning,Maxi Chassis NOW £49,995 £53,995 n650 150bhp,Alde,Island Bed, Elec HeightRear Adj Singles£71,397 Globetrotter Xli DBM 7850 150, EB, 180BHP,Auto,6m Esprit T7150-2 Silver Alloys Awning, HabA/C Silver, High LevelTBC 2006 201056 10 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 3,600 Miles, 3.0L Alde, £54,995 GJ8m Sensation, 150BHP, Low Profile £59,133 NEW 80 Auto, Leather, Alde, Island Bed, Garage TBC Adria Vision i707SG, Rear Garage, 120BHP, Awning £34,995 Gold,Leather,Island,Garage,360 Cameras £120,007 Rear Garage NEW SUNLIGHTBed LOW PROFILES IN STOCK 2014 Dethleffs Advantage AIO Special, Singles, Garage £54,995 £52,995 746 GJAlloys, Sensation 150 Singles+D/D £70,942 Auto,16 Model,Alde,Awn,Sat TVAuto,Leather,Alde,Rear NOW £67,980 £74,183 Grand AlpaActive A7820-2 180, Auto, Full64Leather, 32” TV,T6511 3rd/4th Seat RearRear TBC Rear Huge al, 150, Reverse 150 Camera, Solar TBCSingles+D/D Advantage I7150EB,150 Auto, Silver,Alloys, RearSingles, Singles £75,134 2014 64 Dethleffs Advantage T6511 AIO Special,£106,650 Singles, Garage 2013 13 Dethleffs T7010 150BHP,Blue,Awn, Rev Cam, Rear Singles £54,995 T67 130Bhp, Garage, D/D Centre Bed, Chassis Pack, Pack,Garage £51,388 PRE OWNED NON Esprit A CLASS VEHICLES 746 GJ Sensation Auto,Leather,Alde,Rear Bed £72,450 Le Voyageur 2009 59 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 24k mls, 3.0L160 BHP Alde, Rear U £51,995 UR IN STOCK XlI 7850-2 DBM180BHP,Auto,6m Premium, Silver,Awning, 180 Auto, Awning TBC Sensation 150 Auto, Satellite, Sat Nav, Alloys n,740 150,CReverse Camera, Solar, £71,503 T69L Rear Island Bed , 130 ChassisGlobetrotter Pack Island Active Bed Pack, £53,852 £52,995 Advantage I7150DBM, 150 BHP, AutoTBC ,Silver,Alloys, £75,134 Globetrotter XliAutomatic 7850 DBM, HabA/C Premium Pack,2010 10 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 6k mls, 3.0L160 BHP Alde, 2014 64 Autotrail Dakota, 7k mls,Awning,Maxi Chassis NOW £49,995 £53,995 201359 13 Dethleffs Magic White T1 DB,24k 150mls, Auto,3.0L160 Lrg Garage G740 C Sensation 150bhp,Alde,Island Bed, Elec Height AdjCentre £71,397 D/D Pack, Active Pack,Auto,Garage,Singles £53,525 2009 , 80Auto,Leather,Alde,DG Cab,HabA/C,Alloys £119,747 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 BHP Alde, £51,995 Globetrotter XXLABed, IvecoChassis 7200KG, 205 BHPGold,Leather,Island,Garage,360 8 Spd ZF Auto Alde, 360 Cameras, 781 Emotion 180 Auto, 8m Leather, Alde, IslandT68 Bed, Garage TBC NEW Cameras £120,007 Rear Garage T60 6 Metre Rear Garage, Chassis Pack,Active Pack, 130 BHP £44,842 UR IN STOCK 2012 Burstner £47,995 PROFILES IN 62 STOCK Rear U Nexxo T740 Island Bed Low Profile £51,995 2014 64 Dethleffs Advantage T6511 AIO Special, Rear Singles, Garage £54,995 £52,995 90 V6 Auto,Leather,1.8k Invertor,Solar £127,252 HabA/C, Electric 6 m Awning,6 Belts NEW SUNLIGHT LOW£123,473 G700 C Emotion,Auto,16 Model,Alde,Awn,Sat TV T58 NOW 6 Metre,£67,980 French Bed, £74,183 Chassis Pack,Active Pack, 130 BHP £45,352 700 GJ Essential, 150, Alloys, Camera, Solar TBC ,150Auto,Alde,Leather,6.8MTR, 3500KGReverse Poss £98,528 Advantage I7150EB,150 Auto, Silver,Alloys, Rear Singles £75,134 2007 07 Mercedes TEC T Star (Hymer Group) 315 Cdi, NOW £39,995 £42,995 2013 13 Dethleffs Esprit T7010 150BHP,Blue,Awn, Rev Cam, 2014 64 Dethleffs Advantage T6511 AIO Special, Rear Singles, Garage T67 130Bhp, Garage, D/D Centre Bed, Chassis Pack, Active Pack, £51,388 NEW Le Voyageur 4 Travel T7156-4, 150 Chassis Auto, Silver, £70,419 150Auto,Alde,Leather,6.8MTR, 3500KG Poss £97,287 T68 D/D Centre Bed, Pack, Active Pack,Manual,Hi Singles £51,590 2009 59 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 24k mls, 3.0L160 BHP Alde, Rear U £51,995 NEW LEVOYAGEUR INIsalnd STOCK Rear Singles sland Bed, Awning, Sat 150, TV’s Bed, Roof Air TBC 61 Dethleffs Advantage t5701 Compact Low£53,852 profile, French Bed£51,995 £41,995 T69L Rear Layout Island Bed , £49,967 130 Chassis Pack Active Bed Pack, Automatic 600 L Sensation, Reverse Camera, Solar, Le Voyageur £52,995 Advantage I7150DBM, 150 BHP, Auto2011 ,Silver,Alloys, Island £75,134 T64 mtre, French Bed, £71,503 Ctre D/D Bed, Very Spacious o,180Auto,Leather,Alde,Rear Singles, Garage £108,479 PRE 7OWNED A CLASS 2013 Autotrail Apache Sat Nav, TV 2013 £47,995 13 Dethleffs Magic White T1 DB,24k 150mls, Auto,3.0L160 Lrg Garage 200863 58Active Bessacarr E795 700SE Awning Rev Cam, £36,995 T68G783, D/D Centre Chassis Pack, £53,525 CF Fiat Tag, 80Auto,Leather,Alde,DG Cab,HabA/C,Alloys £119,747 2009 59 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 BHP Alde, £51,995 2015 15 Mercedes Pilote Diamond Edition 5000Kg, 190Bed, V6 Auto 7k SV8.5 IN STOCK (CHANGING DAILY) Globetrotter XXLA Iveco 7200KG, 205 8Pack,Auto,Garage,Singles Spd ZF Auto 360Lo Cameras, DETHLEFFS 2008 08 BHP Burstner Delphin T821GAlde, Tag Axle Profile, Rear Garage, PRE OWNED A CLASS £6,377 2011Pack,Active 11 Hobbey Siesta, French Low profile Ford 140 BHP,a/c,2012 c/c£36,995 T60180 6 Auto, MetreFullRear Garage, Chassis Pack, 130Bed, BHP £44,842 EW IN 7m, STOCK 62 Burstner £47,995 miles,13 1 Owner, Supplied Here, Leather, Solar, BARGAIN £84,995 2013 Concorde Credo Emotion 713H, £79,995 150,LEVOYAGEUR Silver, Large Lounge, Large Garage Rear U Nexxo T740 Island Bed Low Profile £51,995 ALDE £41,995 VX8.3 CF Merc190 V6 Auto,Leather,1.8k Invertor,Solar £127,252 150 Auto,Awn,Solar, RevCam,Solar £60,290 £69,106 £65,478 HabA/C, ElectricSpec!

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£67,995 ition NOW £70,250 £77,259 180 Engine TBC Trend I7057 DBM, 150, Alloys, Silver, Pack WAS TBC 2013 63 Autotrail Apache £47,995 £44,995 2009 09 Eriba Jet, Awning, Solar, 25k miles 2008 08 TECFree FreeTec Tec688Ti 688Ti(Hymer (HymerGroup) Group) Ford140 140 BHP, Jlloys, Sensation, 150BHP, Rear Singles Low Profile £59,133 2008£42,995 08 TEC Ford BHP £34,995 2008 58 Bessacarr E795 700SE Awning Rev Cam, Sat Nav, TV £36,995 2007 57DBM, Rapido Island Bed AEngine Class, NOW £37,995 £42,995 Trend T7057 Island9090F &Pack, D/D, Low Profile, 150 BHP,Silver £54,540 Sensation 150BHP, Belts, 6 Berth, Low Profile £62,989 Trend 2015 15 Autosleeper Mercedes Burford Duo, 160 Auto, 5k mls,As New£57,995 2015 15 Dethleffs Advantage i7051 EB,Fiat 150130BHP BHP Auto,Rear Singles, or, Hab A/C, 3605 Degree Cameras £117,598 A7877-2 All-In-One Alloys, 180 TBC 2009 09 Eriba Jet, Awning, Solar, 25kG783, miles 5000Kg, 190 £42,995 Auto,6m Awning, HabA/C High TBC 2015 15HighMercedes Pilote Diamond Edition V6 Auto 7k 2010 10 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 3,600 Miles, 3.0L Alde, £54,995 EW DETHLEFFS IN STOCK (CHANGING DAILY) WAS £34,995 £31,995 Sensation, Rear U LoungeDETHLEFFS A Class, GBSilver, Pack, Rev Cam Level £67,477 Slloys IN STOCK (CHANGING DAILY) OFFER 2008 08 Burstner Delphin T821G Tag Axle Lo Profile, Rear Garage, 2009 59A7871 Swift Bolero 630 EW, 10k mls £34,995 £34,995 PRE OWNED ATBC£31,995 CLASS 2006 56 Adria Vision i707SG, Rear Garage, 120BHP, Awning £34,995 Globetrotter XliRapido 7850 EB,Mercedes 180BHP,Auto,6m HabA/C Level Esprit T7150-2 DBM 150, Silver Alloys 4k mls Satellite & TV,Awning, Rev986M, Canera, 1miles Owner, AS NEW £64,995 201056 10 Dethleffs Advantage Miles, 3.0L Alde, £54,995 JPECIAL Sensation, 150BHP, Rear Singles Profile £59,133 2004 04 Automatic 20kSilver, NOW £34,995 2006 Adria Vision i707SG, Rear3,600 Garage, 120BHP, Awning B, Leather 150 Double Floor, 150 Low Auto £94,270 11 Hobbey Siesta, French Bed, Low profile Ford 140 BHP,a/c, c/c£36,995 Jull Sensation Auto,Leather,Alde,Rear Singles+D/D Bed £70,942 2008 08 TEC Rotec 612, LHD, Awning, Compact Transverse Bed 2011 £31,995 Leather, 32” Cab TV, 3rd/4th Seat TBC Grand Alpa 13 A7820-2 180, Auto, FullI7150-2 Leather, 32” TV,miles, 3rd/4th Seat TBCAwning, £106,650 Rear Singles, Huge Garage £106,650 1 Owner, Supplied Here, Leather, Solar, BARGAIN £84,995 2013 Dethleffs Esprit DBM, 3.0L Auto, Sat TV, 0BHP, GT PACK, Black £61,090 2013 13 Dethleffs Esprit T7010 150BHP,Blue,Awn, Rev Cam, Rear Singles £54,995 2010 10 Swift Suntor 630G £34,995 PRE OWNED NON A CLASS VEHICLES 2013 13 Concorde Credo Emotion 713H, 180 Auto, Full Spec! £79,995 Travel T6966-4 150, Silver, Large Lounge, 7m, Large Garage £69,106 JdvantageT6651 Sensation 150 Auto,Leather,Alde,Rear Singles+D/D Bed £72,450 2013 13 Dethleffs Esprit T7010 150BHP,Blue,Awn, Rev Cam, Rear Singles £54,995 ALDE £41,995 PRE OWNED NON A CLASS VEHICLES 2007 56 Dethleffs Advantage i6611, 2.8JTD, 26k mls, Singles, Garage BM, 150 150 Auto, Silver, Alloys £77,120 150 Auto,Awn,Solar, RevCam,Solar £60,290 £65,478 DBM Premium, Silver, 180 Auto, Awning TBC Sensation Auto, Satellite, Sat Nav, Alloys TBC Globetrotter 2007 07 Dethleffs Esprit I7410-2Condition Single Beds Tag4 berth Axle, Awning, G K NEW DETHLEFFS INRear STOCK (RING FOR UPDATES) 2012 62 Sunlight T64 Front NOW Pull Down Bed, Awning, GlobetrotterXlIXli7850-2 7850 DBM, 180BHP,Auto,6m Awning, HabA/C Premium Pack,£64,995 2010 10 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 6k mls, 3.0L160 BHP Alde, ium, Silver, 180 Auto, Awning TBC 2014 64 Autotrail Dakota, 7k mls,Awning,Maxi Chassis £49,995 £53,995 2008 08 Burstner Ixeo IT664 Excellent , Perfect £36,995 Sensation 150bhp,Alde,Island Bed, Elec Height Adj £71,397 CK NEW DETHLEFFS IN STOCK (RING FOR PRE OWNED A CLASS VEHICLES BHP,Style Pack,AIO Pack,32in TV,Island HabPremium A/CSilver, 2008UPDATES) 08 Autocruise Gleneagles, 3.0 BHPinc £34,995 2015 15 Dethleffs Esprit i7150EB, 180 Auto, 9k Lots of160 Spec P,Auto,6m Awning, HabA/C Pack,£34,995 2014 14 Dethleffs Advantage i7011 Luxus, 160 BHP,mls, Rear28k, Singles, 10k mlsSat 2015 15 ElddisNON Majestic 125 Awning, Reverse Camera, £39,995 motion Auto, 8m Leather, Alde, Bed, Garage TBCRear 2010 10 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 mls, 3.0L160 BHP Alde, , 150180 Auto, Silver, Alloys, Lengthways Pull Down £70,266 Gold,Leather,Island,Garage,360 Cameras £120,007 dvantage I7150EB,150 Auto, Alloys, Singles £75,134 Reverse Camera £29,995 2014 64 Dakota, 7kSovereign, mls,Awning,Maxi Chassis NOW £49,995 £53,995 Rear Garage 2015 64Autotrail Burstner Viseo i690 5k 6k mls,130BHP, Safari Room Awn NEW SUNLIGHT LOW PROFILES IN STOCK Trend I7057 DBM, 150, Alloys, Silver, Design Pack TBC 2014 64 Dethleffs Advantage T6511 AIO Special, Rear Singles, Garage £54,995 £52,995 dvantage T6611 HighDelivery Singles Awning, Cam, Solar £56,500 £61,090 Emotion,Auto,16 Model,Alde,Awn,Sat TVLow NOW £67,980Rev £74,183 50BHP, Rear Singles Profile £59,133 UNGE Immediate £104,352 Jameras Essential, 150, Alloys, Reverse Camera, Solar TBC Advantage 2006£54,995 06T6511 Swift Suntor 600s £26,995 2003 03 Autosleeper Luxor EK, 39k miles, 2.8HDI, a/c, solar£51,388 NOW £27,995 £29,995 TV £74,995 I7150EB,150 Auto, Silver,Alloys, Rear Singles £75,134 £120,007 2014 64 Dethleffs 2013 Advantage AIO Special, Rear Singles, GarageRev Cam, 130Bhp, Garage, Centre Bed, Chassis Pack, Active Pack, 2008 08 RT 7014 Renault Auto, Single Rear 63 Autotrail Sat Nav, TV 2008 £47,995 £59,995 1N 150 Auto, Silver, 7m Corner Bed £65,329 08 Burstner Esprit Ixeo IT664 Excellent Condition, WAS £36,995 £33,995 RearD/D Garage £72,995 Trend T7057 DBM, Island D/D, Low Profile, 150 £54,540 BHP, 5LAYOUT, Belts, 6Alloys, Berth, LowAuto Profile £62,989 2015 15Dethleffs Autosleeper Mercedes Burford Duo, 160Beds Auto, 5kBathroom mls,As Ne 2009 59 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 24k BHP,Silver mls,Apache 3.0L160 700SE BHP Alde,Awning Rear U £51,995 STOCK dvantage 150 ,Silver,£71,503 Alloys,T67 Island Bed £75,134 VOYAGEUR INI7150DBM, STOCK 2014 Dethleffs Advantage T6511 AIO Special, Rear&Pack, Singles, Garage £52,995 Trend A7877-2 All-In-One Alloys, 180 Engine TBC T69L Rear64 Island Bed , 130 BHP, Chassis Pack Active2014 Pack, Automatic £53,852 Sensation, 150, Reverse Camera,150 Solar, Auto,Island £52,995 10k Advantage I7150DBM, 150Reverse Auto ,Silver,Alloys, Island Bed £75,134 2009 09 Eriba Jet, Awning, Solar, 25k miles MagicEdition T7151-4 + D/D,SatTV,SatNav,Solar Cam, 14 Dethleffs Advantage i7011 Luxus, 160 BHP,Rear Singles, mls SELECTION OF SUNLIGHT LOW PROFIES AVAILABLE QUICK DELIVERY FROM £36,995 2013 13 Dethleffs Magic£45,000 White T1 DB,24k 150mls, Auto,3.0L160 Lrg Garage £51,995 ar Lounge A Iveco Class, GB Pack, Rev Cam £67,477 er,Alloys, Rear Singles £75,134 2008 08 Dethleffs Esprit RT 7014 Auto,Single Beds, WAS £36,995 £33,995 Dethleffs Advantage T6511 AIO Special, Rear Singles, Garage T68NEW D/D64 Centre Bed, Chassis Pack, Pack,Auto,Garage,Singles £53,525 Bed, Chassis Pack, Active Pack, £51,388 F FiatUTag, 80Auto,Leather,Alde,DG Cab,HabA/C,Alloys £119,747 2009 59 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 BHP Alde,Leather 2010 10FOR Burstner Elegance i810, 160 Auto,Tag AlKo,Alde, Solar, £62,995 Globetrotter XXLA Iveco 7200KG, 205 Active BHP 8T7150-2 Spd ZF Auto Alde, 360 Cameras, obetrotter XXLA 6Low Berth 205BHP, Auto 82014 Speed,7200KG Globetrotter Xli 7850 EB, 180BHP,Auto,6m Awning, HabA/C Silver, High Esprit DBM 150, Silver Alloys TBC 2006 2009 59£59,133 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 24k mls, 3.0L160 BHP Alde, Rear UT740£51,995 201056 10 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 3,600 Miles, 3.0L Alde, 0BHP, Rear Singles Profile Satellite TV, Lots Extras WAS £72,995! £67,995 6 Metre Rear Garage, Chassis Pack,Active Pack, 130 BHP £44,842 VOYAGEUR IN STOCK Island Bed Low Profile £47,995 Level eather, Black Edition NOW £70,250 Rearof U Nexxo £51,995 Adria i707SG, Rear Garage, 120BHP, Awning CF Merc190Pack V6 Auto,Leather,1.8k Invertor,Solar £127,252 T60 HabA/C, Electric 6m Awning,6 Belts£77,259 £123,473 2012 62 Burstner hassis Active Pack, Automatic £53,852 2008 TEC FreeVision Tec688Ti 688Ti (HymerGroup) Group) Ford140 140 BHP, £52,995 200808 08 TEC Free Tec (Hymer Ford BHP £34,995 ilver,Alloys, Island Bed £75,134 T58 6 Metre, French Bed, Chassis Pack,Active Pack, 130 BHP 57 Rapido £45,3529090F 0 Auto,Leather,Alde,Rear Singles+D/D Bed £70,942 Fiat AlKo,150Auto,Alde,Leather,6.8MTR, 3500KG Poss £98,528 2007 Class, Fiat 130BHP NOW £37,995 £42,995 2007 07Island Mercedes TEC TA Star (Hymer Group) 315 Cdi, NOW £39,995 £42,995 13 Dethleffs Esprit T7010 150BHP,Blue,Awn, Rev Cam, 2015 15 Garage Dethleffs Advantage i7051 EB, 150 BHP Auto,Rear Singles, 2.3KW Invertor, Hab A/C, 360 Cameras £117,598 Grand AlpaT1 A7820-2 180, Auto, FullBed Leather, 32” TV, 3rd/4th Seat TBC 2013 Rear Singles, Huge £106,650 42013 Travel T7156-4, 150 Chassis Auto, Silver, £70,419 Fiat AlKo,150Auto,Alde,Leather,6.8MTR, 3500KG PossDegree £97,287 13 Dethleffs Magic White DB, 150 Auto, Lrg2013 Garage £51,995 T68 D/D Centre Bed, Pack, Active Pack,Manual,Hi Singles £51,590 13 Dethleffs Esprit T7010 150BHP,Blue,Awn, Rev Cam, Rear£31,995 Single k, Active Pack,Auto,Garage,Singles £53,525 OWNED A630 CLASS VEHICLES 0JF,Fiat Auto,Leather,Alde,Rear Singles+D/D Bed £72,450 2009 59 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 24k mls, 3.0L160 WASNON £34,995 Rear Alde, Singles £51,995 , 8.5m Island Bed, Awning, Sat STOCK TV’s Isalnd360 Bed, Roof Air TBC NEW DETHLEFFS IN (CHANGING DAILY) 2011 61BHP Dethleffs Advantage t5701 Compact Low profile, French Bed £41,995 £64,995 PRE 05 BHP 8 Spd ZF Auto Alde, Cameras, 2009 59 Swift Bolero EW, 10k mls £34,995 T64 7 mtre, French Bed, Ctre D/D Bed, Very Spacious Layout £49,967 4k mls Satellite & TV, Rev Canera, 1 Owner, AS NEW Alko,180Auto,Leather,Alde,Rear Singles, Garage £108,479 PRE OWNED A CLASS 2004 04Low Rapido Mercedes Automatic 986M, 20k miles NOW £31,995 £34,995 Globetrotter XlI 7850-2 DBM Premium, Silver, 180 Auto, TBC 0Pack,Active Auto, Satellite, Sat BHP Nav, Alloys TBC Nexxo sprit I7150-2 EB, Leather Double Floor, 150 Auto £94,270 2013 63 Autotrail Apache 700SE Awning Rev Cam, SatAwning Nav, TV £47,995 Pack, 130 £44,842 2012 62 Burstner T740 Island Bed Profile £47,995 Globetrotter Xli 7850 DBM, 180BHP,Auto,6m Awning, HabA/C Premium 2008 58 Bessacarr E795 £51,995 £36,995 Pack,Rear U 2008 08 TEC Rotec 612, LHD, Awning, Compact Transverse Bed £31,995 2010 10 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 6k mls, 3.0L160 BHP Alde, 2015 15 Mercedes Pilote Diamond Edition G783, 5000Kg, 19013 V6 Auto 7k Limited ETHLEFFS IN STOCK (CHANGING DAILY) £123,473 2014 Autotrail Dakota, LsOFFER DETHLEFFS 2013 Dethleffs Esprit I7150-2 DBM, Sat TV, Awning, 2008 08 Burstner Delphin T821G Tag3.0L Axle LoAuto, Rear Garage, Globebus T7,Pack, 150BHP, GT PACK, Black Cab £61,090 PRE OWNED A CLASS 0bhp,Alde,Island Bed, Elec Height Adj £71,397 Pullingers Leisure Vehicles 2010 64 10 Swift Suntor 630G 7k mls,Awning,Maxi Chassis NOW £49,995 £34,995 2011 11 Hobbey Siesta, French Bed, Low profile Ford BHP,a/c, c/c£36,995Garage Pack,Active 130 BHP £45,352 2007 56 Dethleffs Advantage i6611, 2.8JTD, 26kProfile, mls,140 Rear Singles, sprit T7150-2 DBM, 150 Auto, Silver, Alloys £77,120 miles, 1 13 Owner, Supplied Here, Leather, Solar, BARGAIN £84,995 to, 8m Leather, Alde, Island Bed, Garage TBC 2013 13 Concorde Credo Emotion 180 Auto, Full Spec! 315 £79,995 T6966-4 150, Silver, Large Lounge, 7m, Large Garage £69,106 ALDE £41,995 Gold,Leather,Island,Garage,360 Cameras £120,007 2007 07 Mercedes TEC T713H, Star (Hymer Group) Cdi, 2EX NOW £39,995 £42,995 Dethleffs Esprit T7010 150BHP,Blue,Awn, Rev Cam, 2012 62 Sunlight T64 Front Pull Down Bed, Awning, geT6651 150 Auto,Awn,Solar, RevCam,Solar £60,290 £65,478 2013 £64,995 Rear Garage 11 First Avenue, Halstead, Essex CO9 £70,419 NEW SUNLIGHT LOW PROFILES IN STOCK 2008 08 Burstner Ixeo IT664 Excellent Condition , Perfect 4 berth £36,995 2015 15 DethleffsAdvantage Esprit i7150EB, 180 Auto, of Spec 2014 14 A/C Dethleffs i7011 Luxus, 160 9k BHP,mls, RearLots Singles, 10kinc mlsSat 2015 15 Elddis Majestic 125 Awning, Reverse Camera, k, Active Pack,Manual,Hi Singles £51,590 Grand ALPA, 180BHP,Style Pack,AIO TV, Hab DethleffsCamera Advantage Special, £39,995 £34,995 2014 2008 64 08 Autocruise Gleneagles,T6511 28k, 3.0AIO 160 BHP Rear Singles, Garage £34,995 ge I7150EB,150 Auto, Silver, Alloys, Rear Singles £56,500 £75,134 16 Model,Alde,Awn,Sat TV NOW £67,980 £74,183 ge T6611 High Singles Awning, Rev Cam, Solar £61,090 Travel T6966-4, 150 Auto, Silver,Pack,32in Alloys, Lengthways Down £70,266 Rear Singles £29,995 TV Pull 2015 64 £74,995 Burstner Viseo i690 Sovereign, 5k mls,130BHP, Safari Room Awn 2014 64 Reverse 2008 08 Dethleffs Esprit RT£51,995 7014 Renault Auto, Single Rear Bathroom 0, Alloys, Camera, TBC Advantage t5701 Compact LowAuto, profile, French Bed £41,995 2008 08 Burstner Ixeo IT664 Excellent Condition, WASBeds £36,995 £33,995 £72,995 Advantage I7150EB,150 Silver,Alloys, Rear Singles £75,134 ge I7150DBM, 150Reverse Auto ,Silver, Alloys, Island BedSolar £75,134 2011 61 Dethleffs Dethleffs Advantage T6511 AIO Special, Rear Singles, Gara 130Bhp, Garage, Centre Bed, Chassis Pack, Active Pack, £51,388 Bed, Very Spacious Layout £49,967 dition T7151-4 150 Auto,Island + D/D,SatTV,SatNav,Solar Reverse Cam, 2014 14 Dethleffs Advantage T67 i7011 Luxus, 160 BHP,Rear Singles, 10kD/D mls 2008 UPERB HUGE LOUNGE LAYOUT, Immediate £104,352 £36,995 £59,995 200663 06 Swift Suntor 600s700SE £26,995 2003 03Rev Autosleeper Luxor EK, miles, 2.8HDI, a/c, solar £29,995 2013 08 Dethleffs Esprit RT 7014 Auto,Single Beds, WAS NOW £36,995£27,995 £33,995 2009 59 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 3.0L160 Rear U Autotrail Apache 700SE Awning Cam, Sat Nav, TV39k £47,995 2010 1063 Burstner Elegance 160 Auto,Tag £62,995 Autotrail Apache Awning24k Revmls, Cam, Sat Nav,BHP TV Alde,£47,995 dvantage 150Auto Auto, Silver, Alloys, Delivery 7m2013 Corner Bed £65,329 ter XXLA Iveco T6601 6 Berth 205BHP, 8 Speed,7200KG N0, STOCK Satellite TV, Lotsi810, of Extras WAS AlKo,Alde, £72,995!Solar, Leather £67,995 Black Edition NOW £70,250 £77,259 2008 58 Bessacarr E795 £36,995 NEW Reverse Camera, Solar, £71,503 T69L Rear Island Bed , 130 BHP, Chassis Pack Active Pack, Automatic £53,852 08 TECFree FreeTec Tec688Ti 688Ti (Hymer Group)Ford Ford 140 BHP, 2008 08 TEC (Hymer Group) 140 BHP £34,995 Advantage I7150DBM, 1502008 Auto ,Silver,Alloys, Island Bed £75,134 2007 15 5708 Rapido 9090F Island Bed A Class, 130BHP NOW £37,995 £42,995 dW Edition G783, 190 V6 Auto 7k 2015 Dethleffs Advantage i7051 EB,Fiat 150 BHP Auto,Rear Singles, Invertor, Hab A/C, 3605000Kg, Degree Cameras £117,598 2008 Burstner Delphin T821G Tag Axle Lo Profile, Rear Garage, WAS £34,995 £31,995 ETHLEFFS IN STOCK (CHANGING DAILY) SELECTION OF NEW SUNLIGHT LOW PROFIES AVAILABLE FOR QUICK DELIVERY FROM 2013£45,000 13 Dethleffs Magic White T1 DB,24k 150mls, Auto,3.0L160 Lrg Garage 2009 59 Swift Bolero 630 EW, 10k mls £34,995 4k mls Satellite &Siesta, TV,T68 Rev986M, Canera, 1miles Owner, AS NEW £64,995 Le Voyageur 2004 04 Rapido Mercedes Automatic 20k NOW £31,995 £34,995 2011 11 Hobbey French Bed, Low profile Ford 140 BHP,a/c, c/c £36,995 D/D Centre Bed, Chassis Pack, Active Pack,Auto,Garage,Singles £53,525 150-2 EB, Leather Double Floor, 150 Auto £94,270 uto,Leather,Alde,DG Cab,HabA/C,Alloys £119,747 2009 59 Dethleffs Advantage A7871 BHP Alde, ther, Solar, BARGAIN £84,995 2008 08 TEC RotecBHP 612, £41,995 LHD, Awning, Compact Transverse Bed £31,995 on 180 £79,995 Globetrotter XXLA Iveco 7200KG, 205 Cameras, Esprit I7150-2 DBM, 3.0L Auto, Sat TV, Awning, us T7,713H, 150BHP, GT PACK, Auto, Black CabFull Spec! 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WELCOME

Welcome to your 2024 handbook Jacci Durkee Chair of The Motor Caravanners’ Club

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elcome to your 2024 Motor Caravanners Club Handbook, a conveniently sized collection of information that will take up very little space in your motorhome.

Please take some time to look at our ever-increasing number of CL Sites, Night Stops and Aires all over the UK and support them when you can.

The Group rallies listed near the beginning are correct at the time of printing but check out the Club and Group websites for up-to-date information, as there are often changes and additions during the year.

There are details of our Casual Campsites, and our AGM and Inter-Group Festival being held near Lincoln over the late May Bank Holiday including information on how to book.

I am pleased to say that our deal with Haven is continuing this year, don’t forget you must book Sunday to Friday to get the offer.

The Council of Management has welcomed new members over the last year, and I hope you will support them at voting time during the AGM. Julie, our ‘Lady in the office’ has left us and moved on to pastures new and I would like to thank her for her work with us and wish her well for her future.

My thanks also go out to our volunteer members whether on a committee or not, it is you who keep our Club thriving.

I hope you enjoy your year with us and hope to meet some of you on a rally or show.

SOME MEMBER BENEFITS AT A GLANCE...

Members’ Casual Campsites 44 Nutt Travel offer 86 CL Sites 110 Haven offer 138 Night stops 140 Friendly parking 152 Safe Knights 167 Member Discounts 168

Happy travels.

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CONTENTS Welcome Council of Management Member Benefits Keeping in touch Groups Map Group Contacts 2024 Group Rallies Members’ Casual Campsites Exhibitions and Shows Special Interest Groups National Rally 2023 Homecraft 2024 Could you help steward a rally?

Membership Services Social media Overseas Travel Dog Code Juniors Health & Safety Insurance Servicing Directory Stay with the Club CL Sites Night Stops

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03 06 08 10 12 14 20 44 48 54 58 67 72 74 79 80 92 94 98 105 106 108 110 140

Motorhome Friendly Parking Safe Knights Member Discounts Dealer Directory Disability Update Disability Directory Membership Application Form Statement of Intent

152 167 168 170 182 184 186 188

Sites Guide 2024 Open all year England Northern Ireland Ireland Scotland Wales Europe

189 190 192 234 234 238 247 252

The blue pages About the Club Equipment check lists General and fire safety Emergency numbers abroad Managing your electrics Using gas

255 255 258 260 261 262 270

COUNCIL OF MANAGEMENT The Council of Management are also Directors of The Motor Caravanners’ Club. After being proposed and seconded they are elected from the Membership at the Club’s AGM by a show of hands of the assembled members. If a member shows interest between AGMs they can be co-opted to the Council of Management until the next AGM when they must stand for election. The Club’s AGM coincides with the Inter-Group Festival. We are all bound by the Memorandum and Articles of Association and they govern how the Club operates. Council of Management can have a maximum of 15 members at any one time. Council and its sub-committees have regular meetings throughout the year, mostly using Zoom and three face to face meetings in various locations. Council also communicates by email and telephone for day to day running of the Club.

JACCI DURKEE Chair

SUE PILKIW Vice Chair; Chair of Membership Services; Magazine/ Handbook; Head Show Marshal; Festival Secretary; Vice Chair Finance

ANNE TAYLOR Chair of Finance; Chair of Festival Committee

GRAHAM DURKEE Chair of Marketing, Insurance and IT; Exhibition Unit Group Liaison

LES KENDRICK Chair of Group Liaison; Chair of Overseas Travel; FICC Chief Delegate

DEREK CLARKE Vice Chair of Marketing; Group Liaison; Festival Committee

ALI BARTLAM Membership Services

CAROL BIGGS Marketing; Operations Officer; Festival Treasurer; CLs and Night Stops Co-ordinator

CLAIRE EDWARDS

JAMES FORRESTER Marketing Committee

KATE JONES Membership Services; Festival Committee

SELMA MCMULLAN Membership Services; Festival Committee; Marketing; Homecraft Co-ordinator

KEITH POOLE Membership Services; Safety Officer; Disability Advisor

STEVE WYNN Membership Services

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PRODUCTS YOU CAN TRUST

STAFF & CLUB OFFICIALS

RON HARRIS MCC Office Administrator and Company Secretary

PAUL MAGUIRE Financial Officer

KEITH POOLE Disability Advisor / Safety Officer

The Commercial High Security Steering Wheel Lock has been specially designed for use with motorhomes.

It features a hardened steel construction with a pick proof ultra high security locking mechanism. It has been engineered to be extremely secure and very easy to fit, all in a compact design. It is a highly visible and powerful theft deterrent which exceeds the Gold Secure Standard.

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MARIA HILL & GILL CROSBY Junior Leaders

ANNA GRAHAM & BILLSON JACCI DURKEE MCC Webmaster / Exhibition Unit Internet

SUE PILKIW Head Marshal

MICK PILKIW Head Marshal & Festival Site Manager

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OUR CLUB

MEMBER BENEFITS

Here are just some of the many benefits you can enjoy being a member of the Motor Caravanners’ Club GROUP RALLIES

p20

JUNIOR MEMBERS

Regional Groups across UK and Ireland organise over 500+ social meets annually. The sites can range from sports fields to race courses, seaside to countryside. Wherever we meet, here or abroad, this is a cost-effective way to holiday and make friends.

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS

p54

Members can join a special interest Group to meet up with members with similar interests, such as The Motorcycle Group.

The Club has two Junior Leaders who organise activities for our younger members at our Inter-Group Festival and items for the monthly magazine.

p94

CASUAL CAMPSITES

p44

Members Casual Campsites are specially arranged ‘meets’ in the UK. As a general rule, (though not always) they are held on full facility campsites. The tea tent is the hub of the event and is open most days so that you can pop along for a tea or coffee.

p50

WARNERS SHOWS

If you book pitch in the MCC area at Warners’ Shows, you will be entitled to a discount and the MCC Marshals will be on-hand throughout your stay. All you need to do is to make sure you put Motor Caravanners’ Club on your booking form or, if booking on-line, tick the Motor Caravanners Club box in the drop list.

INTER-GROUP FESTIVAL An annual event organised by the Club’s InterGroup Festival Committee. This has been held in various locations across the four nations of the UK. Plenty of entertainment, visits, competitions and above all, a chance to meet up with all our MCC friends from across the country.

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FICC

p90

The MCC is a member of the FICC, The Federation International Camping, Caravanning and Auto Caravanning which is an organisation that invites its members to attend rallies at venues hosted

p110

and run by the country that has volunteered to organise the event. Members have to book these through the MCC. A great way to visit other countries and make friends around the world.

CL SITES The Club is authorised by Natural England, The Scottish Executive and The Welsh Assembly to issue licenses for Certified Locations. Many of the CL owners are Club members. If you have friends who have motor caravans it will enable you to meet at our sites. They don’t have to be members to be made very welcome.

NIGHT STOPS A pleasant way to break up a journey on sites suitable for a short stay – often hotels and pubs.

SAFE KNIGHTS

CLUB INSIGNIA Our Club Insignia is currently under review by the Marketing Team as we are considering both the range of items we offer and explore different ways for members to purchase them.

We will publish any updates in future magazines – so do keep looking out for Insignia News in early 2024.The Council of Management would like to acknowledge all the hard work and support that Marion has given our Club, always ensuring we have an excellent variety of insignia on offer. At every step, Marion has been ably supported by Maurice and we thank them both for their commitment and dedication to providing this service to all the Club members over many years.

p140

p167

The Safe Knights scheme is given freely by fellow members of The Motor Caravanners Club to travelling members who need a place to stay for the night.

p152

FRIENDLY PARKING

The Club’s guide to motorhome friendly parking.

NUTT TRAVEL

p86

The Motor Caravanners’ Club is delighted to be on board with Nutt Travel their ferry crossing travel partner. Nutt Travel offer ferry crossings between Ireland, UK and Europe, Isle of Man and Isle of Wight at competitive prices. Take your motorhome on the Irish Sea for the same price as a car on selected days and sailings.

MEMBERS’ DISCOUNTS

p168

This is a list of companies with whom the Club has negotiated discounts for our members.

The stated discount is available with the production of your MCC membership card.

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OUR CLUB

KEEPING IN TOUCH We all like to keep in touch with what is going on within the Club and there are many ways of doing so...

PUBLICATIONS

WEBSITES

You will receive an annual Handbook with lots of information about the Club and what’s on offer for our members.The monthly magazine “Motor Caravanner” has a section for Group News, including forthcoming rallies. It has contact details, articles, updates, puzzles and much more.

You will find an electronic version on the Club website. An annual CL and Night Stops Booklet will be sent out during the Summer.

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JOIN THE CLUB WEBSITE joinmcc.co.uk This website has details of how to join the Club and how to access Group websites. Access to ‘What’s On’ in The Motor Caravanners’ Club. (MCC).

GROUP WEBSITES Most Groups also have their own website – search MCC + Group Name or access via joinmcc.co.uk

QR CODES All our websites and social media can be accessed by scanning the QR codes.

Club page

Members & Friends

FACEBOOK We have a presence on Facebook with a page The Motor Caravanners’ Club facebook.com/themotorcaravannersclub The page is used mainly for information of events in the Club such as the Inter-Group Festival, Members’ Casual Campsites etc. It is also where information from the Club is posted.

The Motor Caravanners’ Club Members & Friends is The Official Club Facebook Group.

This is for Members and Non-Members. facebook.com/groups/162616947083320 This is a place where you can find out information, ask for help and much more.

You will find that most of the Club Groups have their own Facebook Group as well.

INSTAGRAM

NOT SURE HOW TO USE THEM? Scan them to your phone, (or type in www. joinmcc.co.uk if you can’t scan them) then save to your Home Screen. Scroll down to What’s on?

Click on it. Scroll down to GROUPS MAP. Click on any Group to be directed to their website.

If you go to Northern Counties and save to Home Screen, click on menu and go to CL & Nightstops. You will find a map of all Certified Locations (CL) & Nightstops. Go back to menu and there is more to find.

This very useful QR CODE is on the front of each monthly magazine and on the small card which you can obtain from your Group Secretary at a rally or ask for one from MCC Stand at a Warners Show.

PHONE & EMAIL Every Groups’ contact details for their Chairman, Secretary and Rally Officer can be found on page 16. The Club contact details for our Head Office, Council of Management and Club Officials, Group Secretaries and our Publishing Team are included in every issue of the Motor Caravanner magazine.

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MAP OF GROUPS

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14 Yorkshire 13 Lancashire

Specialist and non-UK groups

10 East Midlands

42 Ireland as Northern Ireland 24 52 SERG 54 Motorcycle

12 NW Midlands & N Wales

21 S&W Wales

11 Severn Valley

7 Anglia 22 Nene Valley 9 Chiltern

18 Avon 1 West Country 20 S W Peninsular

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6 Essex

8 4 Kent East 17 Wessex 2 Sussex West Wessex 23 Isle of Wight

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GROUP CONTACTS

1. W. Country chair: Bob Bawden 01626 204731

westcountry.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk secretary: Janice Wilcox 07833 625740

westcountry@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk rally officer: James Ten-Bokkel 01271 346577

westcountry.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk chair: Clive Smaje 2. Sussex

secretary: Jo Smaje

rally officer: Marilyn Harris

07528 845553 sussex.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07528 845553 sussex@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07886 531696 sussex.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

4. Kent chair: Brian Graves

secretary: Sharon Jarvis

rally officer: David Thorpe

07879 610084 kent.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07428 909442 kent@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07824 542295 kent.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

6. Essex chair: Nick Rogers

secretary: Liz Dyer

rally officer: Alan Slatford

07860 659021 essex.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07899 848074 essex@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07749 879075 essex.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

chair: Keith Poole 07736 544490 7. Anglia

anglia.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk secretary: Sandra Glendenning 07876 473055

anglia@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk rally officer: Teresa Poole 07736 544490

anglia.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

8. E. Wessex chair: Larry Spiers

secretary: Diane Milton

rally officer: Allen Scott

07789 393829 eastwessex.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07971 888492 eastwessex@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07411 955133 eastwessex.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

9. Chiltern chair: Carole Ward

secretary: Peter Ingham

rally officer: Sharon Heritage

07931 527125 chiltern.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07815 789909 chiltern@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07786 397092 chiltern.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

10. E.Midlands chair: Brian Burridge

secretary: Bob Smart

rally officer: Paul Arndt

01623 467094 eastmidlands.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07943 075876 eastmidlands@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07902 563225 eastmidlands.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

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GROUP CONTACTS 11. Severn Valley chair: Phil Care

secretary: Haley Scarborough

rally officer: Phil Care

0787 114 1023 severnvalley.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 0747 999 1035 severnvalley@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 0787 114 1023 severnvalley.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

12. NWMids&NW chair: Linda Hastilow

secretary: Penny Feeney

rally officer: Elaine Beck

07799 090296 nwmidsnwales.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07518 271742 nwmidsnwales@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07525 851394 nwmidsnwales.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

13. Lancashire chair: Lisa Kindleysides

secretary: Steven Wright

rally officer: Robert Lonai

07841 977377 lancashire.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07966 224196 lancashire@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07523 353176 lancashire.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

chair: Mark Greenley 07936 500972 14. Yorkshire

yorkshire.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk secretary: Ray Bolton 07837 323412

yorkshire@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk rally officer: Irene Hopkins 07565 974170

yorkshire.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

15. N.Counties chair: David Hird

secretary: Tony Edwards

rally officer: Susan Long

07896 146785 northerncounties.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07976 235365 northerncounties@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07825 432222 northerncounties.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

16. Scotland chair: Keith Smith-Dutton

secretary: Aileen Clark

rally officer: Clem Isbister

07831 616161 scotland.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07771 845199 scotland@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07940 563082 scotland.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

17. W.Wessex chair: Maria Pond

secretary: Alastair Bartlam

rally officer: Andrew Mundy

07887 393137 westwessex.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07754 131893 westwessex@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07746 058602 westwessex.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

18. Avon chair: Pete Watson 07587 539141

avon.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk secretary: Christine Gautier 07976 306116

avon@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk rally officer: Ann Bond 07805 795549

avon.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

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GROUP CONTACTS 20. SWP chair: Ray Noble

secretary: Sheila Revill

rally officers: Pete Maddocks

07769 968658 swpeninsula.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07796 188220 swpeninsula@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07767 218118 swpeninsula.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

21. S&W Wales chair: Betty Bishop

secretary: Pauline Greaves

rally officer: Keith Howard

07583 037252 swwales.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 01873 857542 swwales@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07791 524227 swwales.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

22. Nene Valley chair: Tony Daniels

secretary: Peter Moore

rally officer: Margaret Harris

07792 353803 nenevalley.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07790 779024 nenevalley@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07595 310676 nene.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

23. Isle of Wight chair: Teresa Woolven

secretary: Heather Jennings

rally officer: Andrew Clapp

07477 988422 isleofwight.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07875 191797 isleofwight@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07449 028225 isleofwight.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

24. N.Ireland chair: David Kyle-Ewing

secretary: Iris McEwan

rally officer: Roy Dowie

07827 912209 northernireland.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07790 981492 northernireland@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07845 009695 northernireland.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

42. Ireland As Northern Ireland Group 24

54. Motorcycle chair: Martin Borrill

secretary: Wendy Jefferson

rally officer: Steve Louch

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07801 444766 motorcycle.chair@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07714 616715 motorcycle@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk 07519 349129 motorcycle.rallyofficer@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

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GROUP RALLIES

While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, details may change. Please check the website or contact the Group Rally Officer (see p14) for changes to the programme before setting out. Please note some rallies listed may be bookable.

JANUARY 12-14 N. IRELAND Ross Park Hotel, 20 Doagh Road, Kells, Ballymena BT42 3LZ 13 SUSSEX Dial Post Village Hall, Horsham, W. Sussex RH13 8NJ 19-21 CHILTERN Barnstones OX17 1QU 19-21 NWM&NW Hough Village Hall, Cobbs Lane, Hough, Crewe CW2 5JN 26-28 ANGLIA Roydon Village Hall IP22 5RB 26-28 EAST MIDLANDS Hose Village Hall, Harby Lane, Hose, Leics. LE14 4JR 26-28 ESSEX Chelmer Valley School, Court Road, Broomfield CM1 7ER 26-28 LANCASHIRE Turnover Farm PR3 0UE 26-28 N. IRELAND Cookstown Primary School, 20 Molesworth Street, Cookstown BT8 8PF 26-28 YORKSHIRE Ripon Racecourse, Boroughbridge Rd HG4 1UG FEBRUARY 2-4 NENE VALLEY The Gliding Centre, Husbands Bosworth Airfield, Husbands Bosworth LE17 6JJ 7-11 WEST COUNTRY Riverside Caravan Park, South Molton EX36 3HQ 9-11 EAST MIDLANDS Waddington Village Hall, Waddington, Lincoln LN59NX 9-11 EAST WESSEX Ringwood Junior School, Hightown Road, Ringwood, BH24 1NH 9-11 ESSEX Mayflower, Stock Road, Billericay CM12 0RT 9-11 KENT Sandwich Junior School, St. Barts Road, Sandwich, CT13 0AS 9-11 LANCASHIRE Whittingham & Goosnargh PR3 2JE 9-11 N. COUNTIES East Durham College, Houghall Campus, DH1 3SG 9-11 N. IRELAND St Pius X College, 59 Moneymore Road, Magherafelt BT45 6HQ 9-11 NWM&NW Offley Hay Village Hall, 2 Mere Rise, Copmere End, Staffs ST21 6HH 20 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

YORKSHIRE Wetherby Racecourse, York Rd, Wetherby LS22 5EJ 15-18 S&W WALES St Richard Gwyn school, Barry CF63 1BL 16-18 ANGLIA Fakenham High School NR21 9QT 16-18 LANCASHIRE Canberra Club BB2 7LF 16-19 SUSSEX Thomas A Beckett Junior School, Glebeside Ave, Worthing BN14 7PR 16-19 SWP Trevarrian Holiday Park, TR8 4AQ 22-25 ANGLIA Stalham Poppy Centre NR12 9BH 23-25 EAST MIDLANDS Marshals Sports Ground, Middlefield Lane, Gainsborough, DN21 1UU 23-25 NENE VALLEY Wrenn School, Doddington Road, Wellingborough NN8 2JJ 23-25 N. IRELAND Beechlawn Special School, 3 Dromore Road, Hillsborough BT26 6PA 23-25 NWM&NW Aldridge Community Centre, Middlemore Lane, Aldridge WS9 8AN 23-25 YORKSHIRE Skipton Auction Mart, Gargrave Rd, BD23 1UD 29-3 Mar WEST WESSEX Herston Farm, Swanage BH19 3DJ 9-11

MARCH 1-3 1-3 1-3 7-10 8-10 8-10

EAST WESSEX Easebourne Primary School, Wheelbarrow Castle, Easebourne GU29 9AG N. COUNTIES Blucher Social Club, Stephenson Terrace, Blucher, Newcastle, NE15 9SN NWM&NW Brymbo Sports and Social Club, Heritage Way, Tanyfron, Wrexham, LL11 5TG EAST MIDLANDS Royal Arthur Centre, Ingoldmells, PE25 1NL ESSEX Chelmer Valley School, Court Road, Broomfield CM1 7ER CHILTERN Wrenn School NN8 2DQ

GROUP RALLIES 8-10 8-11 14-19 15-17 15-17 15-17 15-17 15-17 15-17 15-17 19-24 22-24 28-1 Apr 28-1 Apr 28-1 Apr 28-1 Apr 28-1 Apr 28-2 Apr 28-2 Aor 28-2 Apr 28-2 Apr 28-2 Apr 28-2 Apr 28-2 Apr 28-2 Apr

LANCASHIRE Hoghton Village Hall PR5 0SG S&W WALES Tycroes rugby club, SA18 3NY AVON Northam Farm Brean, Southdown Rd, Somerset TA8 2SE ANGLIA Whittlesey PE7 1XB EAST WESSEX Burnham Copse Primary School, New Church Road, Tadley RG26 4HN KENT St Edmunds Catholic School, Old Charlton Road, Dover CT16 2QB NENE VALLEY Cogenhoe Sports and Social Bowls Club, Brafield Road, Cogenhoe NN7 1ND N. IRELAND TBC Newry High School NWM&NW Wistanstow Village Hall, Wistanstow, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 8DQ YORKSHIRE Marsden Cricket Club, Hemplow, Mount Rd, Marsden HD7 6NN WEST COUNTRY Unity Farm Brean, Brean Sands Burnham On Sea TA8 2RB N. COUNTIES Kielder Campsite, Kielder, Hexham, NE48 1EJ EAST MIDLANDS Springfields, Spalding PE12 6ET LANCASHIRE Warton CC LA5 9QJ N. COUNTIES Alnwick Rugby Club, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1BG SUSSEX St Richards Catholic College, Ashdown Road, Bexhill on Sea TN40 1SF WEST WESSEX St Michaels Middle School, Colehill BH21 7AB ANGLIA Wells Next the Sea NR23 1RB AVON Wincanton Sport Centre BA9 9RB CHILTERN Greatstones School TN28 8SY EAST WESSEX TBC NWM&NW Greenhous West Mids Showground, Gravel Lane, Shrewsbury SY1 2PF SWP Trevornick Holiday Park, TR8 5PW S&W WALES The Hightide Inn, Porthcawl, CF36 5BT YORKSHIRE Eskdale School, Stainsacre Lane, Whitby YO22 4HS

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29-3 Apr N. IRELAND Model School, 3 Castlecoole Road, Enniskillen BT74 6HZ APRIL 2-7 CHILTERN Sandwich Jnr Sch CT13 0AS 4-7 KENT Palm Bay Primary School, Palm Bay Avenue, Cliftonville, Margate CT9 3PP 5 SEVERN VALLEY TBC 5-7 NENE VALLEY Barnwell Village Hall, Church Hill, Barnwell, Peterborough PE8 5QD 5-7 N. COUNTIES Amble Foreshore, Harbour Road, Amble, Northumberland, NE65 0AP 11-14 SWP Tencreek Holiday Park, PL13 2JR 11-15 SUSSEX Little Downash Farm, Rickney Ln, Hailsham BN27 2RN 11-15 WEST WESSEX Parley Glade West Parley BH22 8TS 12-14 EAST MIDLANDS Ron Dawson Memorial Hall, Swinstead Road, Corby Glen, Lincs. NG33 4NU 12-14 ISLE OF WIGHT The Orchards. Main Road, Newbridge PO41 0TS 12-14 LANCASHIRE Park High School, Colne BB8 7DP 12-14 N. COUNTIES Darlington RFC, Blackwell Meadows, Grange Road, Darlington 16-21 WEST COUNTRY Cofton Holiday Park, Starcross, Nr Dawlish EX6 8RP 19-21 ANGLIA Ludham village hall NR29 5PB 19-21 ESSEX Pleshey Village Hall, The Street, Pleshey CM3 1HJ 19-21 N. COUNTIES Hartlepool RFC, Mayfield Park, Easington Road, Hartlepool TS24 9BA 19-21 N. IRELAND Regent House Grammer School, Circular Road, Newtownards BT23 4QA 19-21 NWM&NW Lady Heyes Holiday Park, Kingsley Road, Frodsham, Cheshire WA6 6SU 19-21 S&W WALES Dan Yr Ogof caves SA9 1GJ 19-21 YORKSHIRE Hawes Auction Mart DL8 3NP 19-22 SCOTTISH Foresterseat Caravan Park, Arbroath Road, Burnside, Forfar DD8 2RY

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2-7 2-7 2-7 3 3-5 3-5 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-7 3-7 3-8 3-8 3-8

KENT Sandwich Lakes, Ash Road, Nr Canterbury CT3 2DA AVON Yeovil Steam Fair, Abby Hill BA22 9TA NWM&NW Newport Rugby Club, The Old Showground, Forton Road, Newport TF10 8BU S&W WALES Sully sports and social club CF64 5SP SEVERN VALLEY Ledbury Rugby Club HR8 2LP ISLE OF WIGHT The Fighting Cocks, Hale Common, Arreton PO30 3AR SCOTTISH Knockdhu Distillery Rally Field, Knock by Huntly AB54 7LJ ANGLIA Sheringham NR26 8ND EAST MIDLANDS invite to Anglia rally at Sheringham HIgh School NR26 8ND ESSEX Grange Farm, Station Road, Thorpe Le Soken CO16 OHG LANCASHIRE Halsall Primary School L39 8RR CHILTERN Cookham Church SL6 9SN EAST WESSEX Beehive Field, Trowbridge Road, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 1UA MOTORCYCLE Caldicot Castle, Church Road, Caldicot NP26 4HU N. COUNTIES Braithwaite Memorial Hall, Braithwaite, CA12 5TN YORKSHIRE Pickering Recreation Ground, Mill Lane YO18 7DB

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5-9 8-12 8-13 8-13 9-13 10-12 11-18

15-19 16-19 16-20 17 17-19 17-19 17-19 17-19 17-19 17-20 17-20 19-23 20-23 23-28

N. IRELAND Shanes Castle Antrim BT41 4NB SCOTTISH Whitehills Play and Recreation Park, Whitehills AB45 2NQ N. COUNTIES Spittal Farm, Appleby Road, Kendal, CA9 6PJ MOTORCYCLE Hereford Rowing Club, 37 Greyfriars Avenue, Hereford HR4 0BE YORKSHIRE Royal Yacht Club, Wilsthorpe, Bridlington YO15 3QL SWP Little Winnick, Pentewan, PL26 6DL N. IRELAND Portrush Primary School, Crocknamack Road, Portrush BT56 8JW WEST WESSEX Birchword TP Wareham BH20 7PA WEST COUNTRY Warcombe Farm Cp Morthoe, Nr Woolacombe, EX34 7EJ ANGLIA Reydon, Southwold IP18 6PA YORKSHIRE Riverside, Cononley, Skipton BD20 8LX SUSSEX The Barn, Old Salts Farm Road, Lancing BN15 8JG SEVERN VALLEY Ross on Wye Ross Rowing Club CHILTERN Aylesbury RFC, Weston Turville HP22 5RN EAST WESSEX Village Hall, Normanton n Soar, Loughborough, Leics. LE12 5HB ESSEX Museum of Power, Maldon CM9 6QA ISLE OF WIGHT Watermill Heights, Newport Road, Calbourne PO30 4JN NENE VALLEY Holt Farm Campsite, Holt Road, Southam, CV47 1AJ SCOTTISH Thomaston Farm Certified Site, Culzean Road, Maidens by Maybole, Ayrshire KA19 8JH S&W WALES Hereford rowing club, HR4 0BE EAST MIDLANDS Newark Rugby Club, Kelham Road, Newark, NG24 1WN SCOTTISH Ewes Water C&C Park, Langholm Rugby Club, Langholm, Dumfries & Galloway DG13 0HG ALL GROUPS Intergroup Festival, Camper UK Leisure Park, Church Road, Swinethorpe, Lincoln. NG23 7EE

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Burtersett Road, Hawes, DL8 3NP WEST COUNTRY Bundu Cp, Sourton Cross, Oakhampton, Devon EX20 4HT KENT Matunda, Howfield Lane, Chartham, Canterbury CT4 7HG ANGLIA Hunstanton PE34 5BW NWM&NW Riverside Caravan Park, Kidderminster Road, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 6BY SEVERN VALLEY Wilmcote Holding Stables, Stratford on Avon CV37 9XX CHILTERN Hill Farm Campsite HP23 6LD EAST MIDLANDS Village Hall, Southfield Lane, Beckingham, Notts.

DN10 4QA LANCASHIRE Kirby Lonsdale RC LA6 2DS N. COUNTIES Stokesley Showground, Newsham, Thirsk, YO7 4DH N. IRELAND 132a Raceview Road, Clarke Broughshane BT42 4HY

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GROUP RALLIES 8-13 11-16 12-17 12-19 13-17 13-17 13-18 13-18 13-18 14 14-16 14-16 14-17 14-19 17-21 18-23 18-23

18-23 19-23 20-23 20-23 21 21-23 21-23 21-23

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YO7 1QL ANGLIA Sea Palling NR12 0UL EAST WESSEX Bamptons Farm, Lisle Court Road, Lymington SO41 5SH WEST WESSEX Abingdon Vale CC OX14 3HP NENE VALLEY Ferry Meadows CMC Site, Ham Lane, Orton Waterville, Peterborough PE2 5UU SUSSEX Oakside Farm, Ringmer BN8 5AD AVON Strawberry rally, Redruth Paddocks, Cheddar BS27 3XW MOTORCYCLE invite to Yorkshire rally at Malton & Norton RUFC, The Clubhouse, Malton Rd, Malton YO17 7EY YORKSHIRE Malton & Norton RUFC, The Clubhouse, Malton Rd, Malton YO17 7EY SEVERN VALLEY Lickhill Manor, Stourport on Severn DY13 8RL EAST MIDLANDS Warners Motorhome Show, Newark Showground ISLE OF WIGHT Comforts Farm, Pallance Road, Northwood PO31 8LS SCOTTISH Milton Events Field, Milton of Crathes, Banchory AB31 5QH SWP Bude RFC, EX23 8QG CHILTERN Apps Court KT12 2EG WEST COUNTRY Topsham Rfc, Bonfire Field, Exeter Road, Topsham, EX3 0LY MOTORCYCLE invite to Yorkshire rally at Kay’s Barn, Coneygarth Lane, Dunnington, York. YO19 5JZ YORKSHIRE Kay’s Barn, Coneygarth Lane, Hull Rd, Dunnington YO19 5JZ ANGLIA Heacham PE31 7HG LANCASHIRE Cononley BD20 8LX S&W WALES Pyscodlyn caravan park, Abergavenny NP7 7ER SEVERN VALLEY Alverly Sports & Social Club ESSEX White Roding CM6 1RT N. IRELAND TBC Limavady BT49 9AN NWM&NW Bramblewood Caravan Park, Brown Moss, Whitchurch, Shropshire SY13 4BU

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21-25 26-30 27-1 Jul 28-30 28-30 28-30 28-30 28-3 Jul 29-3 Jul 29-4 Jul

JULY 1-9 2-7 3-7 3-8 4-8 4-8 5 5-7 5-7 5-7

EAST MIDLANDS Matlock Rugby Club, Cromford Meadows, Derbys. DE4 3RQ N. COUNTIES Tynedale RFC, Station Rd, Corbridge, Northumberland NE45 5AY EAST WESSEX Basingstoke Canal Centre, Mytchett Place Road, Mytchett, Surrey GU16 6DD SWP Home Farm Camping, Marazion, TR17 0HQ WEST WESSEX Weymouth Rugby Club DT3 5HZ CHILTERN Brailles Village Hall OX15 5AS EAST MIDLANDS Newark Rugby Club, Kelham Road, Newark, NG24 1WN ESSEX Riverside Village SS4 2EY YORKSHIRE Bilton Park, Harrogate HG1 4DL N. COUNTIES Windermere Rugby Club, Dawes Meadow, Langland Rd, Windermere, LA23 3AS SCOTTISH Fintry Sports & Recreation Club, Kippen Road, Fintry, Glasgow G63 0YA S&W WALES Aberystwyth rugby club, SY23 1HL

NENE VALLEY Reydon Sports and Community Centre, Wangford Road, Reydon, Southwold IP18 6PA WEST COUNTRY Home Farm, Blue Anchor, 1 Blue Anchor Bay Rd, TA24 6JS SCOTTISH Strathallan Games Park, 7 Airthrey Avenue, Bridge of Allan, Stirling FK9 4QY N. COUNTIES Grasmere Sports & Show Field, Grasmere, LA22 9SN ANGLIA Bury St Edmunds IP32 7BB SUSSEX Sharnfold Farm, Hailsham Road, Stone Cross Pevensey BN24 5BU SEVERN VALLEY Hereford Rowing Club, Hereford HR4 0BE ISLE OF WIGHT GG’s Staplers Road, Newport PO30 8LS LANCASHIRE Gibsons Barn PR3 0JB N. IRELAND Friends School, Magheralave Road, Lisburn BT28 3BH

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5-10 10-15 10-19 11-14 11-14 11-15 11-15 11-15 11-15 12 12-14 12-14 12-15 12-15 12-16 12-18 16-21 18-22 18-23 19 19-21

YORKSHIRE Langland’s Garden Centre, York Rd, Shiptonthorpe YO43 3PN MOTORCYCLE Hill Farm Caravan & Camping, Moor Lane, Barrow on Trent, Derby DE73 7HZ NWM&NW Porthmadog Football Club, Y Treath, Porthmadog, LL49 9PP NWM&NW Bala Rugby Club, Tegid Street, Bala, LL23 7DZ MOTORCYCLE Ashover Showground, Milken Lane, Ashover, Chesterfield S45 0AD CHILTERN Abingdon Cricket Club OX14 3HP KENT Headcorn Aerodrome, Shenley Road, Headcorn TN27 9HX (date TBC) LANCASHIRE Victoria Park, Southport PR8 2BZ SWP Bossiney, Tintagel, PL34 0AY S&W WALES St Davids Rugby Club SA62 6BP WEST WESSEX Wareham RFC BH20 4HY SEVERN VALLEY Raphaels Hampton Ferry Evesham WR11 4BP ESSEX Brightlingsea CO7 0JX N. COUNTIES Hexham Racecourse, Yarridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2JP EAST MIDLANDS Turn Post Farm, East Road, Wymeswold LE12 6ST YORKSHIRE Derwent Arm’s Osbaldwick, York YO10 3NP EAST WESSEX Winchester Rugby Club, North Walls Park (off Nuns Rd), Winchester SO23 7EF ANGLIA Swaffham PE37 7QX WEST COUNTRY Barnstaple Bocas Fc, Mill Rd, Barnstaple EX31 1JH WEST WESSEX Royal Victoria Country Park Netley SO31 5GA AVON Beehive Field, Trowbridge Road, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 1UA SEVERN VALLEY Upton Blues Festival YMCA Upton on Severn WR8 0EN EAST MIDLANDS invite to Motorcycle rally at Hillstown Hall, 12 Nesbit Street, Hillstown, S44 6LW

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ISLE OF WIGHT Rodgebrook Farm, Whitehouse Road, Porchfield PO30 4LH 19-21 MOTORCYCLE Hillstown Village Hall, Hillstown, Chesterfield. S44 6LW 19-21 N. IRELAND Lady of the Lakes 19-21 YORKSHIRE Thornensians RUFC, Thorpe DN8 5BU 19-22 NENE VALLEY Foxton Top Locks, Gumley Road, Market Harborough, LE16 7RA 22 SEVERN VALLEY Pre-Welland Newlands Campsite Malvern WR13 5AY 23-28 WEST COUNTRY Exmouth Rfc, Imperial Ground, Royal Ave, Exmouth EX6 1DG 25-28 CHILTERN Bridge Meadow Cropredy OX17 1PQ 25-28 SWP Boconnoc, Lostwithiel PL22 0RG 25-29 NWM&NW Cheshire View, Plough Lane, Christleton, Chester CH3 7PT 25-29 SCOTTISH Montrose Old Airfield, Broomfield Road, Montrose, Angus DD10 8SZ 25-29 S&W WALES Chepstow Rugby Club, NP16 5UP 25-30 EAST WESSEX Army Flying Museum, Middle Wallop, Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20 8FB 26 SEVERN VALLEY Welland Steam Fair, Welland Nr Malvern WR13 6LN 26-28 ESSEX Clare Priory, Clare, Sudbury CO10 8NX 26-28 KENT Bow Bridge Marina, Bow Hill, Wateringbury, Maidstone ME18 5ED 26-29 N. COUNTIES Great Ayton Cricket Club, Easby Lane, Great Ayton, Middlesbrough, TS9 6JX 26-30 ANGLIA Sheringham NR26 8ND 26-31 YORKSHIRE Craken House Farm, Harmby Rd, Leyburn DL8 5HF 31-5 Aug YORKSHIRE Whitby RUFC, White Leys Rd, Whitby YO21 3PB 19-21

AUGUST 1-4 CHILTERN Long Wittenham OX14 4QJ 1-4 KENT Hole Park, Benenden Road, Rolvenden, Cranbrook TN17 4JA 1-4 LANCASHIRE Pinfold Camping PR3 0TR

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NENE VALLEY Home Farm Campsite, Stoke Bruerne, Northants NN12 7SG ISLE OF WIGHT Watermill Heights, Newport Road, Calbourne P030 4JN N. IRELAND Larne High School, 20 Sallagh Park, Larne BT40 1NT SWP Mount Edgcumbe, Torpoint PL10 1HZ EAST MIDLANDS Bakewell Showground, Agricultural Way, Bakewell DE45 1AH AVON Bath Rugby Club, Albert Fields, Lansdown, Bath BA1 9BJ WEST COUNTRY Newton Abbot Rfc, Rydon Industrial Est, Kingsteighnton TQ12 3JS AVON Bristol Balloon Festival, Parsonage Farm, Long Ashton BS41 9LU ANGLIA Hollow Tree IPS IP10 0JP S&W WALES Brecon sports club LD3 7HH WEST WESSEX Salisbury RFC SP1 3SA SUSSEX Hurst Green, Merriment Lane TN19 7RA EAST WESSEX (TBC) SEVERN VALLEY Bourton on Water (TBC) ESSEX Battlesbridge SS11 7RE N. COUNTIES Redcar Rugby Club, Green Lane, Redcar, TS10 3RW NWM&NW Home Farm, Grindley Brook, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 4QH SCOTTISH The Perth Caravan Park, Newhouse Farm, Old Gallows Road, Perth PH1 1QF AVON Orchards Holiday Park, Main Road, Newbridge, Yarmouth PO41 0TS SEVERN VALLEY Pre-Western Newlands Campsite Malvern WR13 5AY N. IRELAND Portrush Primary School, Crocknamack Road, Portrush BT56 8JW NENE VALLEY Delapre Abbey, Abbey Cottage, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW YORKSHIRE Bedale Caravan Park, Burrill Rd, Bedale DL8 1RF SEVERN VALLEY Western Motorhome Show 3 Counties Showground Malvern WR13 6NW

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CHILTERN Cotswold School, Bourton OT Water, GL54 2BE 16-18 EAST MIDLANDS Retford Rugby Club.

Ordsall Road, Retford, Notts. DN22 7PW 16-18 ISLE OF WIGHT Whippance Farm, Rolls Hill Road, Cowes PO31 8NE 16-18 SUSSEX South Harting Memorial Field GU31 5LN 16-19 N. COUNTIES Crimdon House Farm, Coast Road, Hartlepool, TS27 3AA 16-27 LANCASHIRE AKS Lytham FY8 1DT 19-23 SCOTTISH Brodie Castle Scout Field, Forres, Moray IV36 2TE 21-26 ESSEX Homesteads Lakes, Thorpe Road, Weeley CO16 9JN 22-27 ANGLIA Hunstanton PE34 5BW 22-27 KENT Rye Rugby Club, New Road, Rye, East Sussex TN31 7LS 22-27 MOTORCYCLE Salisbury Rugby Club, Castle Road, Salisbury SP1 3SA 22-27 NWM&NW Llangollen Pavillion, Abby Road, Llangollen, LL20 8SW 22-27 S&W WALES Greenhill school, Tenby, SA70 8BN 22-27 WEST COUNTRY Bude Rfc, Pencoolen Meadow, Bude EX23 8QG 22-27 WEST WESSEX Holm Bush Inn, Corfe Mullen 22-27 YORKSHIRE Pickering Recreation Ground, Mill Lane YO18 7OB 23 SEVERN VALLEY Orleton Village Hall, Orleton SY8 4HW 23-26 CHILTERN Emberton Country Park MK46 5FJ 23-26 SCOTTISH Black Isle Showground, Mannsfield, Muir of Ord IV6 7RS 23-27 EAST MIDLANDS Welbourn Village Hall, Beck Street, Welbourn, Lincs LN5 0LZ 23-27 N. COUNTIES Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road, Thirsk, N Yorkshire YO7 1QL 23-28 EAST WESSEX Hayling College, Church Road, Hayling Island PO11 0NU 27-2 Sep NWM&NW Salford Children’s Holiday Camp, 86 Victoria Road West, Prestatyn, LL19 7AG 30-1 Sep ISLE OF WIGHT South Thorness Farm, Thorness Bay PO31 8QN 16-18

GROUP RALLIES 30-1 Sep N. IRELAND Gibson Primary School, 64 Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 9EG 30-3 Sep N. COUNTIES Bents Park, Sea Rd, South Shields, NE33 2NL

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SEPTEMBER 4-7 SCOTTISH Drum Estate, The Drum, Gilmerton, Edinburgh EH17 8RX 5-8 CHILTERN Bagmere Barn Wantage OX12 0HD 5-8 SWP Fox & Hounds, Okehampton EX20 4HF 5-9 ANGLIA Dereham Hockey Club NR20 3TT 5-9 NENE VALLEY The Bubblecar Museum, Clover Farm, Main Road, Langrick Boston PE22 7AW 5-9 WEST WESSEX Brassknocker Campsite Limpley Stoke BA2 7JD 6 SEVERN VALLEY Halpenny Vineyards Nr Bobbington DY7 5EP

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ESSEX Pleshey Village Hall, The Street, Pleshey CM3 1HJ EAST MIDLANDS Cossall Road, Nr. Ilkeston. NG9 3PG SCOTTISH The Hirsel Estate and Homestead Craft, Coldstream TD12 4LW AVON Orchards Holiday Park, Main Road, Newbridge, Yarmouth, Isle-OfWight PO41 025 WEST COUNTRY Leadstone CP, Warren Rd, Dawlish Warren, Dawlish EX7 0NG SUSSEX Horam Manor Farm, Horam, Heathfield TN21 0JB MOTORCYCLE Brailles Village Hall, Castle Hill, Lane, Lower Brailles OX15 5AS YORKSHIRE Royal Yacht Club, Wilsthorpe, Bridlington YO15 3QL SEVERN VALLEY Onion Festivel Newent EAST MIDLANDS Grange Farm Camp Site, Wainfleet St. Mary. PE24 4EU

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GROUP RALLIES EAST WESSEX Ringwood Junior School, Hightown Road, Ringwood BH24 1NH 13-15 ISLE OF WIGHT Comforts Farm, Pallance Road, Northwood PO31 8LS 13-15 LANCASHIRE Chipping Showground PR3 2QF 13-15 N. IRELAND Portadown RFC, Chambers Park, 287 Bridge Street, Portadown BT63 5AR 16-20 CHILTERN Hollands Wood New Forest SO42 7QH 19-22 KENT Sissinghurst Cricket Club, Sissinghurst Road, Sissinghurst, Cranbrook, TN17 2JA 19-22 NWM&NW Eccleshall Castle, Newcastle Road, Eccleshall, Staffs, ST21 6LS 19-23 NENE VALLEY Cranford Steam Fayre, A14/J11 & A510 Cranford, Kettering NN14 4AW 20 SEVERN VALLEY Newlands Campsite, Malvern WR13 5AY 20-22 EAST MIDLANDS Warners Motorhome Show, Lincoln Showground 20-23 ESSEX Grange Farm, Station Road, Thorpe Le Soken CO16 OHG 20-23 N. COUNTIES Annstead Farm, Beadnell, NE67 5BT 20-23 S&W WALES Pembrey country park, SA16 0EJ 20-25 CHILTERN Netley Country Park SO31 5GA 21-28 WEST WESSEX Norden Farm Corfe Castle BH20 5DS 24-29 WEST COUNTRY Kings Down Tail CP, Salcombe Regis, Nr Sidmouth EX10 0PD 26-1 Oct SWP Porth Beach Holiday Park TR7 3NH 13-15

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EAST WESSEX St Cross Cricket Ground, St Cross Road, Winchester SO23 9RX ISLE OF WIGHT The Fighting Cocks, Hale Common, Arreton PO30 3AR LANCASHIRE Warton CC LA5 9QJ N. IRELAND Cookstown Primary School, 20 Molesworth Street, Cookstown BT80 8PF (AGM)

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NOVEMBER TBC SUSSEX 1-3 ESSEX Venture 2000 Centre CO11 2JE 1-3 N. COUNTIES Blucher Social Club, Stephenson Terrace, Blucher, Newcastle, NE15 9SN 1-3 NWM&NW Wistanstow Village Hall, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 8DQ 1-3 S&W WALES Ysgol Cymraeg, Caerphilly, CF83 3HG 1-3 SUSSEX Pound Hill Junior School, Crawley RH10 7EB 7-11 SWP Wooda Farm Holiday Park EX23 9HJ 38 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

ANGLIA Fakenham High School NR21 9QT 8-10 EAST MIDLANDS Collingham Cricket Club, Dale Field, Collingham, Notts.

NG23 7RF 8-10 LANCASHIRE Hoghton Village Hall PR5 0SG 8-10 NENE VALLEY Geddington Youth Club, Grafton Road, Geddington NN14 1AJ 8-10 N. IRELAND TBC Limavady BT49 9AM 8-10 YORKSHIRE Skipton Auction Mart, Gargrave Rd, Skipton BD23 1UD 14-17 S&W WALES Cardiff Harlequins RFC, CF14 7JN 15-18 NWM&NW Chester Racecourse, The Roodee, Chester, CH1 2LY 21-25 SCOTTISH Cairnsmill Caravan Park, Largo Road, St Andrews KY16 8NN 22-24 EAST MIDLANDS Skellingthorpe Community Centre, Lincoln Road, Skellingthorpe, Lincoln. LN6 5UT 22-24 LANCASHIRE Park High School, Colne BB8 7DP 28-30 N. IRELAND Larne High School, 20 Sallagh Park, Larne BT40 1NT 29 SEVERN VALLEY Venue TBC 29-1 Dec EAST WESSEX Easebourne Primary School, Wheelbarrow Castle, Easebourne GU29 9AG 29-1 Dec N. COUNTIES Christmas rally 29-1 Dec S&W WALES Llandovery cattle mart, SA20 0AP 8-10

DECEMBER TBC SWP TBC KENT St. Richard’s Catholic College, Ashdown Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex TN40 1SE TBC SUSSEX invite from Kent to St. Richard’s Catholic College, Ashdown Road, Bexhillon-Sea, East Sussex TN40 1SE 5-8 WEST WESSEX Herston Farm, Swanage BH19 3DJ 5-9 WEST COUNTRY Riverside CP, South Molton, Devon EX36 3HQ 6-8 ANGLIA Sheringham NR26 8ND 6-8 EAST MIDLANDS Springfields, Spalding PE12 6ET

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ESSEX Chelmer Valley, School Court Road, Broomfield CM1 7ER KENT Greatstone Primary School, Baldwin Road, Greatstone TN28 8SY NENE VALLEY The Gliding Centre, Husbands Bosworth Airfield, Husbands Bosworth LE17 6JJ NWM&NW Bickerton Village Hall (TBC) YORKSHIRE Driffield Showground, Kellythorpe YO25 9DN S&W WALES The Hightide Inn, Porthcawl, CF36 5BT EAST MIDLANDS Ron Dawson Memorial Hall, Swinstead Road, Corby Glen, Lincs. NG33 4NU LANCASHIRE Canberra Club BB2 7LF N. IRELAND St Pius X College, 59 Moneymore Road, Magherafelt BT45 6HQ SUSSEX Willingdon School, Broad Road BN20 9QX N. IRELAND Cookstown BT80 8PF

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CASUAL CAMPSITES

CHEERS TO ANOTHER YEAR TO REMEMBER A round-up of 2023’s Members Casual Campsites with Ann Bond

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ur first Casual Campsite of the year was at Hendra Holiday Park in Newquay Cornwall. A firm favourite for many members, we saw a total of 93 vans join us over the two-week period.

The weather was good enabling outdoor quizzes and bingo to be held, all raising money for Macmillan.

Next we should have headed to Teignmouth Rugby Club, but on arrival we

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were told the pitch and surrounding grass areas had been chemically treated and would be dangerous for pets and children which meant using the car park used by non-members. The overflow pitch which would have space for 30 vans had also been put aside for a wedding.

Having previously visited the site twice before and marked out 80 pitches available (with the site organiser) it was apparent the 78 vans en-route, could not be accommodated.

After consultation with the other stewards, I contacted Topsham Rugby Club who gladly accepted us using their grounds. Never in the 10 years organising the CCS had this happened before.

Topsham is a really nice town with many outlets for members to visit and also local buses and trains on the doorstep, making it an enjoyable alternative for members. Although many had visited the previous year there was no shortage of places to visit making use of bus passes. Having full use of a room enabled us to do meals and entertainment again raising funds for Macmillan.

WHAT IS A CASUAL CAMPSITE?

September took us up country to Shrewsbury, camping on the showground with EHU pitches. This was another fantastic venue within easy reach of the town and many local attractions, including museums and the famous three bridges along the waterfront.

The staff were wonderful making sure we had everything needed for a great stay.

Again, having full use of a room and kitchen we were able to provide food and entertainment at our leisure.

I have to say a huge thank you to Jane Winkworth, Janice & Pete, Stan & Rachel, Ray & Juliete, George & Di and all the other members who come along to help out throughout the year.

At the close of the last CCS the total amount raised for Macmillan was £1,908.15, for which we received a very warm thank you. I know many of you, including myself and family, have used or are having the care of the dedicated teams of carers within the Macmillan Trust and sincerely hope we can carry on supporting them in the future.

See p44 for details of this year’s Casual Campsites.

While all of us really enjoy getting out in our motorhomes, sometimes it can be a bit of a lonely existence and from time to time we crave a little friendly company from like minded people. Where better to find those people than the MCC? Members Casual Campsites are specially arranged ‘meets’ in the UK and Europe which can be attended by MCC members from any Group. As a general rule (though not always) they are held on full facility campsites and you simply book direct with the site quoting a special code. This code will give you access to MCC preferential rates and will ensure that you are sited as part of the gathering. You can attend a Casual Campsite for whatever duration you wish, but the longer you stay, the more opportunity you will have to get to know people and participate in activities.

Why not try to persuade other members from your Group to participate and you could all come together?

The tea tent is the ‘hub’ of the event.

It is open most days and you can pop along for a free* tea or coffee and get to know your fellow campers. It’s a great way to find out where to go, what’s going on and to make new friends.

A couple of informal events are arranged each week. These could range from a cream tea to a ‘group’ meal to a games night or visit to a local place. It’s entirely up to you whether you wish to join in or simply do your own thing. *There is a nominal fee of £1 (or €1) per person per week to cover the cost of tea, coffee etc.

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CASUAL CAMPSITES

WHY NOT JOIN A CASUAL CAMPSITE THIS YEAR

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ur first casual campsite of the year sees us return by popular demand to Tencreek Park in Looe, Cornwall from 8-22 June.

Pitches are £21 pupn which includes 2 persons and up to 2 pets (if required). Pop-ups and awnings are allowed within your own pitch space. Price includes EHU, use of all facilities and entertainment. There is a small charge for the swimming pool.

Bookings open on 26 January and close 20 May. A £20 non-refundable deposit is payable direct with the site on booking with the balance due 8 April. To book visit www.dolphinholidays.co.uk/the-motorcaravanners-club. You will need the password which is available from the members area on

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the Club website or by phoning the office and giving your membership number. This offer is for MCC members only.

There are 2 pitches available for 2 host vans FOC including EHU to arrive on 7 June to set up, if you are interested in hosting this event please contact Sue Pilkiw on 07562 324325.

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ur second Casual Campsite is near Driffield, East Yorkshire at East End Farm Campsite, Garton-on-the-Wolds from 2-16 September. This is a new area for members in the South to visit with a chance to enjoy the stunning scenery. There are many shops, pubs and eateries in close proximity.

This is a full facility site with well drained site pitches. Pitch prices are £14 pupn, or £19 pupn including EHU. As usual the price covers 2 adults and 3 children plus maximum of 2 pets. There are 58 pitches in total (25 EHU and 33 non EHU), 2 of which would be for MCC hosts, who can arrive on the 1st to set up. Bookings start on 1 March and close on 31 July. Payment will be cash only, the full amount payable to MCC hosts on arrival to site. Book online via the Club website or contact Sue Pilkiw on (07562 324325).

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EXHIBITIONS & SHOWS

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We had extremes of temperatures from the heat at Shepton to the wind at Lincoln but we all worked together and once again, the tea bar was available at most of the shows.

We hope to be at all of the shows again this year and you can always pop along and talk to us and prospective new members. We always need good volunteers, and a big thank you goes to those who helped in the last year.

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EXHIBITIONS & SHOWS

A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL MEMBERS AND VOLUNTEERS Head Marshals Mick & Sue Pilkiw reflect on another successful year at the Warner Shows and look forward to the year ahead.

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uring 2023 the Marshalling Team welcomed MCC members to Peterborough, Newbury, Norwich, Malvern, Shepton Mallet and Lincoln. We have said farewell to the Peterborough Show, but are looking forward to receiving more information about the new show destined for Newark Showground in June 2024.

So many thank-yous!

Firstly, thank you to all the MCC members who booked to camp with us. There were around 100 to 200 members at each show.

We hope to see you again at this year’s shows.

Then we’d like to thank all those who responded to our magazine advert for volunteers to join our Marshalling Team. Each of the new volunteers have had a taste of the work involved by marshalling at just one show this year. They have all reported that they enjoyed the work so, hopefully, they will all be willing to sign up again!

And finally, working alongside the new marshals and showing them the ropes, we say a big thank you to Dave & Champa, Ali & Dawn, Bob & Muriel, Ian & Jean, and Steve & Marion for their continued support. Everyone worked well as a team, and although it could be tiring (especially for our feet!) we all enjoyed 50 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

meeting up with other MCC members; helping each other out, swopping stories and sharing a laugh…or two.

And onward to 2024…

The pitches are booked and hopefully some of you will have already booked your tickets for 2024. Remember you can camp from the Thursday before the show starts. All bookings have to be made through Warners, but don’t leave it too late to book your pitch at the Shows in case our area is fully booked.

Looking forward to welcoming you to the MCC rally area at Warners Shows in 2024. Come and join us!

SHOW DATES 2024 (please note camping dates are in brackets) Newbury 17-19 May (16-20 May) Newark 14-16 June (13-17 June) Norwich 19-21 July (18-22 July) Malvern 16-18 Aug (15-19 Aug) Shepton Mallet 6-8 Sep (5-9 Sep) Lincoln 20-22 Sep (19-23 Sep) Malvern 4-6 Oct (3-7 Oct)

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e are frequently asked questions about the parking at Shows. In the following points we answer some of your questions in the hope that you will understand the constraints under which we work.

I’m an MCC member but I didn’t book with you, can I come and park in your area?

Warners Show Organisers allocate our camping area and the exact number of pitches required for MCC members who have pre-booked to camp with the Club. We are only able to accept those with valid MCC tickets issued by Warners.

Any alterations to your ticket’s allocated parking area has to be arranged through Warners office, not MCC Marshals.

Is there space for my awning?

Warners pitch size is 8m wide x 10m length, based on average motorhome width of 2.5m and 6m between vans. We park up with 6m between vans which gives 3m space for an awning, windbreaks, table & chairs or pup tent. If your awning is bigger than 3m we may >> Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 51

EXHIBITIONS & SHOWS struggle to find space for it as there must be 3m between vans completely clear of any obstruction.

Why park with all doors facing same way?

We pitch in single rows which allows British and Continental vans to park together with no doors facing each other. To pitch vans with doors facing each other we would need 9m between vans. This amount of space is not available at Shows. If we parked vans on either side of their pitch to gain 9m, we would lose pitches.

Can pitches be saved for family or friends arriving later?

Filling in spaces that have been left empty can be awkward. Firstly, all motorhomes have to be parked up by Marshals, and it can be difficult for us to be available in all areas of the field at the same time, especially during busy times.

The second consideration is that the space for manoeuvring is more limited once a row has been parked up. If you wish to park together it is simply best to arrive together.

Are there any disabled parking pitches in the MCC area at Shows?

We do our best for you by organising to keep a few preferential spaces within our area that are near to any facilities and access routes for members with wheelchairs. However, we have no way of knowing how many disabled spaces will be required and they are allocated on a first come first serve basis. If you have any special needs, share them with the Marshals when you arrive and we’ll do our best to help. Be assured that all Marshals will respect your privacy and maintain confidentiality.

Please note that if you tick the disabled box on the Show booking form, you will be parked in the Warners Disabled area – not with the MCC.

BOOKING FOR MCC RALLY AREA AT WARNERS SHOWS You need to book through Warners. If you wish to have a pitch in the MCC area at Warners’ Shows, please make sure you put Motor Caravanners’ Club on your booking form. This will entitle you to a discount for parking with the Club. Please be aware that Club Marshals cannot alter your booking, so unless you do this, you will not be allowed to park with us and won’t receive the Club discount.

The number of pitches is determined by the Show Organisers and the Club has little control over the area allocated, or to the condition it’s in. The Marshals do their pegging out before members arrive usually on a Wednesday. Thursday is when most members attend prior to the Show opening.

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accommodate you and make your stay as enjoyable as possible. The Marshals keep a few preferential spaces near to the toilets and access routes for members with wheelchairs but these are very quickly taken and once filled, others will have to use what is available on the site.

WARNERS’ PRE-BOOKED DISABLED AREA

Warners has a designated disabled area at each Show. To be sure of getting a preferential area with easy access to all the facilities, disabled members should consider booking the Disabled area with the show organisers. When you book, you must provide your Blue Badge number. When you enter the Showground, you must be prepared to show your Blue Badge and have the person it relates to in the vehicle. Please note that this is a separate area and not on the MCC rally field.

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e started our 2023 season at Weston Park, near Telford in April, where 23 of our bikes joined the many thousand more at the very wet Air Ambulance Ride Out. Although soaked by the end, we made the most of it and even met up in the shelters in the evenings.

We introduced our now sought after MCG 1st Rally Key Rings this year and gave many away to existing members at Weston Park and throughout the year.

Early May saw six of our vans head up to join Northern Counties for nine days touring around the Beautiful Lake District where we rode around some lovely lakes and mountains including Buttermere, Honister, the notorious Hardnott Pass (not for the faint hearted, lol Phil and Val), Coniston, the Bowness Ferry, Whitehaven, Derwent Water, Wensleydale and the Devils Bridge.

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In late May we joined the MCC National at Malvern. We had 23 vans in our section and won the Cup for the Best Dressed Table on Party Night with our Pirates of the Caribbean theme – huge thank you to everyone involved. This Trophy has become the MCG Cup of Kindness and it comes out now and again when we’re sharing stuff. More ride outs were arranged to Dom’s Bike Stop, Abergavenny, the Malvern Hills and a surprising meet with Tim, a local Morgan collector, who invited our group to a very pleasant afternoon at his stunning property in the Malvern Hills to see his collection of Morgans, bikes and all sorts of amazing machinery.

In June we took the high road to Scotland.

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Thomaston Farm, Dumfries. We had ride outs to Balantrae Beach and Bruce’s Stone and a wander to Culzean Castle at the bottom of the hill.

At Tyndrum we rode out to Oban and Loch Earn andf also a couple of Group meals were arranged with Fish & Chips one day and Haggis Neeps n Tatties at another (yum).

Brodie Castle saw us ride around Loch Ness looking for the elusive monster, although we had no luck we did see sea monsters at Chanonry Point on another ride out in the form of Dolphins.

Rosehearty started with Fish n Chips delivered to our vans, then we had a few days right on the sea shore enjoying ride outs to Banff.

Milton of Crathes along the beautiful River Dee was our next site with rides to Stonehaven, Balmoral/Braemar and Alford along with a walk to the impressive Crathes Castle.

Monturpie saw us overlooking the oil rigs in the North Sea. Ride outs along the coast visiting the lovely little harbours of Crail, Anstruther, Pittenweem and Ellie Seafront, where we got bag-pipped out of town. Another day saw us at the Forth Bridge Viewpoint and Loch Leven.

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into town on the train while others visited the local Coal Mining Museum, we also had rides to the Kelpies & The Falkirk Wheel.

In August we headed west to Bala and joined N.W.M.N.Wales Group at Llangollen in Wales where we recruited more members, gave more keyrings away and had many more ride outs to Lake Vrynwy, Llandudno, Beddgelert then rode past Snowdon, the Ponderosa Cafe, the Old Stores Cafe at Mold and the Llangollen Aqueduct and Chirk Castle.

September we headed down to Wareham and Burley in the New Forest. Again we organised ride outs to Sandbanks Ferry and Spoons in Poole, a very wet Poole Bike Night, Sammy Millers and Mudiford. We had a bit of a scare at Burley where we had four trailers broken into and one bike was damaged before being given a scare themselves by The Rev Leigh chasing them off stark ‘B’ naked (that reminds me, I need some Chippolata’s from the shop).

After Burley we were supposed to Rally at Stow on the Wold Rugby Club, but the area they gave us was a mini Himalayas and it was too wet to risk 25 vans so we had to make a quick decision to rearrange the AGM Rally (or cancel it). We spent an hour frantically calling round to

find a suitable venue when Sue L came up with a perfect solution at Greenfield Park, Stratford upon Avon. Thanks to Facebook, WhatsApp and a few phone calls the AGM was still on. We informed the group to delay their arrivals and the committee headed to Stratford, only to be rewarded with a lovely private site, perfect for our needs.

We quickly set up and got most of the group parked up before 5pm. The next day Covid decided to make its presence known, so we had to revise all our plans again, still holding ride

outs to Wellesbourne Airfield, Henley in Arden and Stratford upon Avon and a couple of local National Trust Properties. Any afternoon and evening meet-ups were all held outside to reduce the risk of spreading Covid. We even held our AGM outside in the sun.

We finished our season at Stratford upon Avon as the weather was starting to get cooler and now we are busy planning this year’s rallies.

I must thank everyone involved with the MCG, the Committee for all their hard work and for stepping up when needed in any emergency.

All the stewards who ran the rallies, it really makes the whole thing work when you guys n gals step up and arrange all the different themes. It’s all done for you and it only works when you help us out like you do and enjoy it like you do.

So let’s all have a drink (cheers) together and look forward to many more rallies and ride outs together.

Please Note: All our Rallies are open to all MCC Members, we don’t actively look for bus routes and we often only book a field with a tap and Elsan, but if you join us, someone will quite happily ‘Deliveroo’ groceries for you if you require something.

Check our website for all rally details and contact information and our Facebook page for live updates. www.motorcyclegroupmcc.co.uk https://m.facebook.com/groups/ motorcyclemcc/?ref=share PS, I’m not supposed to mention it, but I’m going to mention it anyway, pasties were consumed at every Rally and will be continued to be consumed at every Rally in future.

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NATIONAL RALLY 2023

A NATIONAL RALLY DIARY Anne Taylor, Chair of Festival committee, looks back at another fun-packed event

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unday 21st May and the Working Party arrived at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern ready to set up for the Club’s 60th National Rally. By Thursday the rallying fields were ready; the cones marked out, the tables and chairs set up in the hall and the Marshals hard at work as a steady line of approx. 250 Motorhomes were all parked up. The evening was spent catching up with friends, bingo, and testing brains with a couple of quizzes.

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Three coaches arrived on Friday morning; one heading off to the Morgan Factory for a tour, one to Hereford town and another to Ross on Wye and Hop Pocket Shopping Village. Friday evening, the Banner Parade saw members proudly parading with their banners, followed by entertainment from Mr Oompah, alias Baron Von Schmidt Haus, who had everyone singing and banging on their tables.

Saturday night’s Party Night theme “Films” created a wide variety of fancy dress – a wonderful sight providing a super atmosphere.

The Ultimate Alternatives added to the party mood with songs from the 60’s and 70’s.

On Sunday, members showed off their excellent craft skills in the Homecraft competition – with a special mention of our Junior Members who entered items that they had made in the Sammy Sanil Club, with a little help from our Junior Leaders Gill and Maria. The garden fete in the afternoon proved an enormous success with many stalls being held for charities. Bromyard Windband played

some lovely music in the background. In the evening, ‘The Replays’ returned and had us dancing the night away.

All too soon it was Monday and prize giving day, with trophies being given out for various categories. This was followed by the huge raffle run by Peter and Theresa. Brian named each Group as they collected their banners and we all joined hands and sang ‘Best of Friends.’

The last night of our rally saw ventriloquist Paul Dumas entertain us with various dummies, my

favourite was the dog, although one of our members made a wonderful dummy being worked by Paul! The Wilkinson Brothers with their guitars and songs made sure that we ended our rally on a high. Our DJ Dean did a wonderful job providing music for line dancing, and filling in gaps during the weekend. A big thank you from the National Committee to all who helped and attended the Rally, and hope to see you in 2024 at our Inter Group Festival being held in Lincolnshire.

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HOMECRAFT 2024

HOMECRAFT RETURNS AT INTERGROUP FESTIVAL Update from Homecraft Coordinator Selma McMullan

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hank you everyone who took part last year in the 2023 Homecraft competition.

We received many entries and the quality of entries was of a high standard which made judging between them quite difficult.

Congratulations to all the trophy and rosette winners.

We hope you will read through the categories for 2024 overleaf and decide which ones you will enter. Please bear in mind that you can

only have one entry in each category, but you can enter as many categories as you wish. We have gone “back to basics” to encourage you to take part – so there should be something for everyone. We hope that the large number of people who viewed and admired the Homecraft entries at Malvern will find our 2024 categories interesting and feel encouraged to enter.

Please read the rules and instructions carefully. Your entries can be made by contacting me by email homecraft@ themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk or phoning 077 526 78 454. Alternatively, your Group may send in all the entries – ask your Committee if someone is co-ordinating this.

Good luck to all

RULES PLEASE READ CAREFULLY TO ENSURE THAT YOUR ENTRY IS VAVID 1. The Judge’s decision is FINAL 2. All measurements must be adhered to so that we can allocate display spaces and ensure equity.

3. All entries are to be handmade and must not have been entered in any other previous, MCC Homecraft competitions.

4. Only one entry per category for members attending the Inter-Group Festival.

Items must be handed in by the member on the day of the competition 5. Judging is anonymous therefore, no identifying marks, signatures or Group titles to be placed the on entry.

6. Category 12, Inter-Group Festival Craft Categories, is for crafts which have been made on site in the Inter Group Festival

workshops and these will be accepted on the day of the competition.

7. Group entry: We need to know if your group is taking part and the names of members contributing. Members contributing to the Group Entry do not have to attend the Inter-Group Festival.

8. All application for entries to be sent via email to: homecraft@themotorcaravannersclub. co.uk by 12pm Friday 10th May 2024.

Entries can be sent from individuals; your Group co-ordinator or secretary may email in the entries. A confirmation receipt will be issued for your entries If you have any queries or require further clarification, please contact via the above email address.

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WHEATEN BREAD

HOMECRAFT 2024

CATEGORIES 1. PHOTOGRAPH THEME: PICTURESQUE SETTING OF A CASTLE

Any castle, 7” x 5” mounted on card with 1” border of your choice. (overall size 8” x 6”).

2. PAINTING THEME: MOUNTAIN VIEW

8. SEWING

To include mountains with a stream; your art can be on any material/surfaces. Can be mounted or not, but overall size is 12” x 10”.

Patchwork or quilting a small throw or a baby’s cot blanket. Any pattern/design can be used. Maximum size 48” x 48”.

3. DRAWING THEME: STILL LIFE

9. WOOL CRAFT

Highland cow face in pencil only no colour.

Max size A4 (21cm x 29.7cm).

4. WOOD CRAFT

With matchsticks/glue, your choice of model, maximum size 10” in any direction (width and length). You may spray with varnish to protect and strengthen.

5. JEWELLERY

Necklace and earrings to match. Freestyle, any length.

6. QUILLING

A flower or flower arrangement on card with your design and colours. Maximum size 4½” x 7” (12cm x 17.5cm).

7. PAPERCRAFT

Design a wedding anniversary card size.

8” x 10”, decorated in your choice of colour with lace and pearls. Judging will be Class 1 – Machine: Class 2 – Free Hand.

A Baby’s jacket or cardigan with hat to fit 6 to12 month baby can be knitted or crocheted your design and wool.

10. MEN ONLY BAKING TRADITIONAL WHEATEN BREAD Ingredients 5 oz Plain Flour 1 oz Bran 1 oz Wheat Germ 1 oz Sugar 3 oz Coarse Wholemeal 1 teaspoon Salt Mixed Above Together 1 Dessertspoon Sunflower Oil 250 mls Buttermilk Method Add the oil and milk to wet the dough.

Bake in over 160 C/325 F / Gas 3 For 30-45 mins. This will make 1 x 1lb Loaf Tin Double your mixture if you want 1 x 2lb Loaf Tin.

11. LADIES ONLY BAKING TRADITIONAL LINCOLNSHIRE PLUM LOAF Ingredients 55g / 2 oz Lard 55g /2 oz Cooking Margarine 450g / 1 lb Plain Flour 12.5g / 1/4 oz Yeast 17.5g / 6 oz Sugar QUILTING

112.5g / 4 oz Currants 112.5g/ 4 oz Raisins 112.5g / 4 oz Sultanas 55g / 2 oz Mixed Peel 1 Egg Beaten Pinch Mixed Spice 1/2 Teaspoon Salt Method Milk Soak the dried (Currants, Sultanas, and Raisins for about an hour in cold water or cold tea to plump them up, then leave to drain in a colander.

Rub the fat into the flour, add in the salt and mixed spices. Mix the yeast with a little water and sugar for 1 hour and allow to ferment. Mix the drained fruit with the sugar and peel and then add into the flour mixture.

Add the yeast, egg and a little milk and mix into a soft dough. Knead the mixture and allow it to rise for three hours.Grease and line 2 x 1LB loaf tins and spread the mixture between them and leave to rise. Bake in a preheated oven at 200C (400 F, gas mark 6) for 1 hour.

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12. INTER-GROUP FESTIVAL CRAFT CATEGORIES

are for crafts which have been made on site in the festival workshops and these will be accepted on the day of the competition.

PLUM LOAF

GROUP ENTRY: THE COUNTRY FARMYARD ALL ITEMS TO BE HANDMADE The items below to be displayed on an area of 10”wide x 20” long x 10”high (255 x 510 x 255 mm). The items listed are a minimum requirement but you may add additional items/ details to enhance your entry. Important: remember to keep to the sizes.

OPTION 1: Rigid display enclosure Back, sides and base can be screwed or glued together making a firmer area. The sides and back can be attached as a backdrop, (the backdrop includes the 2 sides) Any suitable material can be used. The front and top are open.

Option 2: Demountable display enclosure Take a piece of wood or cardboard or anything similar. Make holes in each corner and one on the middle back. Then make pillars from doweling to fit in the holes. (This enables the whole thing to be dismantled making it easier for transportation as it is more compact).

BACKDROP AND SIDES 1. Sky with clouds and birds 2. Hills with a stream 3. Fields, trees with a tractor This counts as 3 items BASE 1. Farm house 2. Farmer x farmer’s wife 3. Cow shed x 2 cows 4. Pig sty x 2 pigs 5. Sheep pen x 2 sheep 6. Stable and horse 7. Haystack 2 milk churns wheelbarrow x tools This counts as 7 items 10 Items altogether for the Group Entry.

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OUR CLUB

COULD YOU HELP STEWARD A RALLY? Chair of Inter-Group Festival committee Anne Taylor explains how hosting a rally can benefit you and the Club

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he Motor Caravanners Club is mainly about rallying and social gatherings.

A meeting place for members who enjoy going to different venues and meeting up with friends and other members.

Each Group has a rally officer who throughout the year looks for venues to hold

these meets. Lots of hard work goes into organising these sites, finding them and then negotiating with the owners to use their grounds and maybe a hall as well. Each site must have a drinking water tap and an Elsan emptying point.

The next step is to encourage members to

DONE

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steward or host the rally – not an easy task!

If you are a first time host there will always be another member on site who has hosted before to help and guide you.

Committee members are also usually on hand to assist as well.

What does a host do?

As a host you need to arrive at the site before the rally starts, giving time to put out the signs directing members to the rally field, drinking water tap and elsan point.

You also need to decide how you are going to site the motor caravans, bearing in mind the 6m rule.

At the appointed rally opening time you will then start to book in the members. Most Groups will provide you with a booking in form telling you what information is needed, check the membership cards, explain where the water and Elsan points are, and give directions to the hall if there is one available. If there is a hall it will need to be set out ready for the ralliers to use.

Some stewards/hosts give out a programme of events others use a chalk/white board.

There is usually at least one coffee morning to organise for a meet and greet and Chairman’s chat.

Each Group is different in how the steward/ hosts work regarding collecting fees, holding raffles and playing bingo etc. All of is explained before your rally.

Could you host a rally?

Please think about giving a little of your time back to your Group by stewarding/hosting a rally. It can be a very rewarding experience welcoming everyone and first timers often say that they have felt more a part of the Group after hosting. Some Groups will also give you a free rally!

Please think about it, have a look at your Group’s rally list and see if there is one you might like to steward/host, have a word with the rally officer or a member of the Committee, and have a go. See you on the rally field!

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MEMBERSHIP SERVICES

WORKING FOR YOU Update from Chair of Membership Services Sue Pilkiw

MEET THE TEAM

H

ow quickly another year has passed by! I would like to say a huge thank you to the Membership Services Team who have worked hard to deliver a variety of services to all our members, young and old alike.

Sue Pilkiw

Selma McMullan

Carol Biggs

Keith Poole

Mick Pilkiw

Maria Hill

Gill Crosby

Steve Wynn

Casual Campsites

After ten years of organising and running our Casual Campsites, Ann Bond has decided to step back…a little! Those of us who know Ann, also know that this will not be an easy step for her to take. At the Shrewsbury Casual Campsite in 2023, we all said a huge thank you to Ann for her years of service. I also thank all those in Ann’s team who have supported her and worked so tirelessly to make these events the success that they are. I am truly grateful that Ann is working with us to ensure a smooth transition, as we all want our Casual Campsites to continue. To that end, Ann has negotiated deals for two Casual Campsites in 2024 and more in 2025.

If you haven’t tried one yet do come along in 2024 and experience one for yourself.

Look out for any information and updates in our monthly magazine, Club website and Facebook.

CLs and Night Stops

Our CLs and Night Stop information is kept up to date by Carol Biggs. This is a huge task as details are constantly being updated. Carol is working hard along with Ron and Julie in Head Office – not forgetting Derek who works tirelessly as Carol’s technical support, Anna Bilson who updates the website and Mark and 74 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

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his team who ensures updates are included in the magazine.

The Club’s CLs and Night Stops are listed in this handbook and our separate summer supplement; up-to-date details are also published in our magazine and website. In these days of rising prices, we strongly advise you to contact the CL directly to check and confirm the details.

Please use these venues or we may lose them. If you know of anybody interested in joining the growing list of sites please ask them to contact the office. Please also don’t forget our Safe Knight stopovers that are provided by members for members. A friendly place to park up and perhaps meet new friends – give it a go. >>

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Disability

Our Disability Adviser is Keith Poole – please contact him for advice or to discuss any issues that may have arisen at rallies.

Haven Holidays

Pet Heal has continued to liaise with Haven Holidays on our behalf and has secured another deal in 2024 for MCC members. The details will be listed in our magazine and in the Members’ area of our website.

The new code for 2024 will become available once Haven have their MCC booking system in place – usually towards the end of January. The 2024 code will then be made available on our website in our Members’ Area.

Those without internet connections can obtain the code from MCC Head Office.

Please do not make group bookings using your membership number – you may only book for your motorhome. Your membership number will be required on the booking form and your membership card will need to be produced when booking in at the Haven site.

Please do not abuse this offer or we will lose it. And remember to keep checking in the magazine and on the website for any further deals or updates.

Insignia

Our Club Insignia is currently under review by the Marketing Team as we are considering both the range of items we offer and explore different ways for members to purchase them. We will publish any updates in future magazines – so do keep looking out for Insignia News in early 2024.The Council of Management would like to acknowledge all the hard work and support that Marion has given our Club, always ensuring we have an excellent variety of insignia on offer. At every step, Marion has been ably supported by Maurice and we thank them both for their commitment and dedication to providing this service to all the Club members over many years.

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Junior Leaders

Once again, our Junior Leaders, Maria Hill and Gill Crosby, planned a full programme of activities for our Junior members at our National Rally at Malvern Showground. Twelve Junior members attended our Sammy Snail Club and Maria and Gill ensured that they had a wonderful time. Thank you, Maria, Gill and your supporters for providing our Junior Members with so much fun!

Marshalling

As Head Show Marshals, Mick and I, together with our team of marshals, are already looking forward to welcoming you to the 2024 season of Warners Motorhome Shows. We will ensure you are met with a cheerful smile, given any necessary information and then parked up safely according to Warner’s instructions.

Marshals are on hand to answer any questions or point you in the right direction, give advice and settle complaints when needed. On a busy weekend they can be overwhelmed with the number of vans arriving at any one time, so please wait with patience and understanding.

It was good to meet up with so many MCC members in 2023. Many of our members took full advantage of the Warners Shows. Don’t forget to claim your discount for parking with the MCC at the shows in 2024! Thank you to Marion and Maurice for bringing Insignia to sell at the shows at Peterborough, Malvern and Lincoln. A special thank you to all our Marshals, both those who have marshalled for a number of years and those who have signed up to the team for 2024.

Members’ discounts

Remember to check the Handbook before making a purchase you may be able to get a discount. Whilst we make every effort to ensure the information is up to date, in this current financial climate things may change.

If you are aware of any amendments, or if offers are no longer available, please

inform Selma McMullan by email selmam@ themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk or phone 07752 678454.

Motorhome Friendly Parking

Membership Services also collates Motorhome Friendly Parking; if you have any new information please contact me, we all appreciate somewhere to park our motorhomes when out and about.

Office team

Membership Services can only effectively function with the ever present assistance from our office staff Ron Harris and Julie Stanbridge and from Anna Bilson our Webmaster. My thanks to them, they provide valuable support to me and the rest of COM, they work hard on behalf of our members and are always on the other end of the phone with help and any assistance that can be given.

Publications

Annually we produce the “Handbook & Sites Guide” and “CL & Nightstops” booklet. Then, throughout the year, Club Members receive the monthly magazine “Motor Caravanner.”

Contributions for the magazine come from a variety of sources, including all our Group Scribes who liaise directly with Jade. They submit articles about their Group activities every month

– thank you all for the time and commitment you all give to this task. For information about motorhomes, new and old, and technological information, we thank Gentleman Jack for his monthly articles. From time to time, we receive articles from members writing about their experiences and special occasions – these are always welcomed. (Any contributions should be sent to suep@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk)

Publishing team

Thank you to Mark Shreeve, Jade Soanes and the team at Countrywide Publications and to Micropress Printers who print all our publications.

Mark and Jade have continued to provide excellent advice throughout the year and I am truly grateful for their dedication and support.

Safety Officer

Keith Poole is our Club Safety Officer and continues to be on hand for advice. Please contact him if you have come across any issues or problems, he is only too happy to help.

Many thanks to all members who have contributed with ideas and helping out when needed. Thank you to Membership Services Team for your hard work throughout the year.

Hopefully we will be out and about taking part in the various activities our Club has to offer.

Wishing you all the very best for 2024, travel safely and enjoy yourselves.

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Don’t forget we also have the Club’s Facebook page as well as the Club’s websites, again just scan the QR codes for more information.

There are also Facebook Groups for most of the Groups as well as their websites.

Speaking of websites, these along with our main Club website are getting a face lift, hope that will be this year but it’s all in progress.

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CAMPING CARD INTERNATIONAL MCC Office Administrator and Company Secretary Ron Harris

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he Camping Card International (CCI) is regarded as a camper’s identity document and may be deposited with the Campsite Manager in lieu of your official identity document (passport). By signing the CCI you commit yourself to abiding by the Campers’ Code. On some sites CCI holders are entitled to a discount on regular fees. The period of validity appears on the CCI. If duly signed the CCI is proof that the liability of the holder and accompanying party, up to 11 people, is covered in case of bodily injury or material damage caused to a third party in accordance with the FICC Camper’s Third Party Insurance.

The CCI is issued for a maximum period of 12 months but is only valid while your club membership is fully paid up to date and your passport details are current. Should you have a change of address or your passport is renewed during the life of your CCI then a new application and payment must be made for a CCI to be issued to co-inside with your new address or new passport details. >>

The following informati on is needed for a CCI: Me mbership number; Date of birth: Place of birth; Nationality; Passport number; Passport date of issue; Passport expiry date and Passport Au thority.

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Optional information published by the FICC can be found on the FICC website.

There is a website guide to travel in affiliated FICC European countries (all of Western Europe). Information is given on campsites throughout Europe offering a discount to holders of a CCI. The information website contains details of more than 1600 campsites in 25 European

countries that offer members who are in possession of a valid CCI card, a discount of up to 50%on their booking fees.

The CCI card is available from the Club office, price £6. Telephone 01684 311 677 or email info@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk MCC Sec & Administration: Ron Harris, Wood Farm Estate, Marlbank Road, Welland, Malvern WR13 6NA.

HOW TO REGISTER YOUR CAMPING CARD INTERNATIONAL Here is some more information on how to register your card on the website (www.campingcardinternational.com) and the many advantages of doing so.

If you are not yet registered on the site 1. Go to the site and click on “Register” in the top right corner.

2. Fill in the registration form and click on “Submit”. An email will be sent to make sure that the address is correct (please check also the spam folder) 3. Confirm the email address by clicking on the link.

4. The cardholder has access to all the services on the site.

If you are already registered on the site 1. Go to the site and click on “Sign-in” in the top right corner.

2. Sign in as usual with email address and password.

3. Click on “Edit user” and put in the new card number as well as the new acquisition and validity dates. Afterwards click on “Submit”.

4. The number of the previous card goes to Card History and gets replaced by the new card number.

5. The cardholder has access to the site as usual.

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General Information 1. All registered CCI-holders regularly receive information and news about discounts and new benefits that have been added.

2. Once registered, CCI-holders have access to all contents on the website, including detailed information and contact details of over 2660 campsites that have already registered on the site as well as general information about the CCI, conditions and insurance.

3. The new “Near me” Campsite Search area enables registered cardholders to find the nearest campsite whenever they want, at home or while on holiday. They have decided not to use Apps, instead we have implemented the “Near me” function which provides up-to-date information on the closest campsites 4. If a CCI gets lost or stolen, the card can be protected by blocking it via the site.

5. Registered CCI-holders will receive a reminder one month before their card expires. So they have time to contact their club and get a new card.

For all questions or problems concerning the CCI, there is also a helpdesk in the three F.I.C.C. languages (English, French and German).

Anyone who cannot find the answer to their question in the “Frequently Asked Questions” is welcome to contact the CCI team via the website and will receive an answer within 48 hours.

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Take your motorhome on the Irish Sea for the same price as a car on selected days and sailings from Belfast or Larne to Cairnryan and Belfast to Liverpool routes. Five or more vehicles travelling

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on the same route, date and time may also apply for a group discount on certain sailings.

There are also deals for travelling to Europe and Isle of Wight, check the ferry route map on www.nutttravel.com.

Nutt Travel will also offer members up to 10% discount on certain crossings. Please quote your membership number when booking. A small deposit of £60 secures your booking with the balance due 6-8 weeks prior to departure.

When making a ferry booking, please have the following information ready: • Membership number.

• Contact daytime telephone number.

• Ferry company and preferred route.

• The dates and times of travel with at least one alternative, plus any accommodation

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Number of passengers travelling, adults, children or infants, together with all passengers’ names as they appear in their passport. Also, details of any pets.

Make of base vehicle, e.g. Fiat, Ford, etc.

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Motor Caravanners Club are delighted to welcome Nutt Travel on board as their ferry crossing travel partner For competitive quotes for ferry crossings between Ireland, UK, Europe, Isle of Man and Isle of Wight email: info@nutttravel.com or call 028 703 51199. There is also a live chat feature on their website.

Motorhomes go for the price of a car when travelling on the following: Belfast - Cairnryan / Larne - Cairnryan: Tue, Wed & Thu on any sailing Belfast - Liverpool: Sun & Mon mornings Dublin - Holyhead: Tue, Wed & Thu on any sailing Rosslare - Fishguard: Tue, Wed & Thu on any sailing.

There are also deals for travelling to Europe and Isle of Wight, check the ferry route map on www.nutttravel.com.

Nutt Travel will also offer members up to 10% discount on certain crossings. Please quote your membership number when booking. If anyone is unable to travel we can offer a full refund if cancelled within 2 days. A small deposit secures any booking.

Prices from £269 return on the Stena, Cairnryan - Belfast, return prices can fluctuate and we would advise booking early as that is when you get the best deals. This price is based on a 7m motorhome and 2 adults, travelling at approx. 7.30am outbound and 7.30pm return.

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TRAVELLING WITH YOUR PET Club Chairman Kate Jones has some advice for members travelling with their pets to Europe and Northern Ireland.

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The requirements for travelling to an EU country or Northern Ireland with your pet are: • The animal must be Microchipped • The animal must have a valid rabies vaccination

• An animal health certificate unless you have a pet passport issued in an EU country or Northern Ireland • if you’re travelling directly to Finland, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Norway or Malta, dogs require tapeworm treatment These requirements also apply to assistance dogs.

If travelling by Eurotunnel then there is a Pet Reception on the UK side similar to the one in Calais. If travelling by ferry then the animal’s documents will be checked when you book in. >> Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 87

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It is advised that you check the rules of the country you’re travelling to for any additional restrictions or requirements before you travel.

need tapeworm treatment for each trip if you’re travelling directly to Finland, Ireland, Malta, Northern Ireland or Norway.

Travelling from Great Britain to Northern Ireland

How to get an animal health certificate

If you have a pet passport issued in Northern Ireland, contact your vet for advice before travelling.

You can also read about changes to pet travel on the NIDirect website.

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You’ll need to go through a travellers point of entry when you arrive in an EU country or Northern Ireland.

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You do not need an animal health certificate if you have a pet passport issued in an EU country or Northern Ireland.

You must take your pet to your vet to get an animal health certificate. You need to do this no more than 10 days before you travel.

The certificate needs to be signed by an ‘official veterinarian’ (OV). Check your vet can issue animal health certificates. If they cannot, ask them to help you find an OV. When you visit your vet, you’ll need to take proof of your pet’s: • microchipping date • vaccination history Your pet’s animal health certificate will be valid after the date of issue for: • 10 days for entry into the EU or Northern Ireland • 4 months for onward travel within the EU • 4 months for re-entry to Great Britain Any changes can be found on the Government Web Page www.gov.uk/taking-your-pet-abroad

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More information will be available later in the year, should you wish to register an interest please email me your name, address, group, membership number to lesk@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk and I will keep you updated.

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This simple, ten point guide aims to influence how owners manage their dogs, showing respect and sensitivity towards the places they visit and to others who share the space with them.

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Ensure your dog is under effective control, which means: You have a short lead with you and use it when needed (e.g. around livestock, near cliff edges or where signage requests it). You do not let your dog off the lead unless you keep it in sight and close enough to come back to you on command.

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Prevent your dog from approaching horse riders, cyclists or other people uninvited.

Keep your dog with you on paths or access land and don’t let it stray into crops including fields of grass, fruit and vegetables.

Never let your dog worry or chase wildlife or livestock. Follow advice on local signs to reduce disturbance to plants and animals.

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them plenty of space and using paths or access land where possible. Exit the area calmly and quickly if threatened, releasing your dog to make it easier for you both to reach safety.

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Always bag and bin your dog’s poo wherever you are.

Never leave bags of dog poo lying around, even if you intend to pick them up later.

Containers and deodorised bags can make them easier to carry.

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Ensure your details are on your dog’s collar and that it is micro chipped, so you can be reunited quickly if it is lost.

Keep vaccinations and worming up to date.

Ask your vet for more information.

Contact your local authority, or look out for signs, to get more information about what to do and where to go in your area.

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JUNIORS

SAMMY SNAIL CLUB Junior leaders Maria Hill & Gill Crosby reflect on another year

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o, who are we and what are we about?

We are a couple of friends (Gill and Maria) who are members of The North West Midlands and North Wales Group who had young children in the Club. Our families holidayed together, and the children bonded over ‘washing up,’ when we were asked to help out with the Juniors at the National.

We thought this role was a ‘one-off’ back in 2011,

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and here we are in 2023 still going strong.

Our children are all adults now! Over the last 13 years we continue to see old and new faces, offering a range of activities, including games and crafts to cater for a wide age range from the very young, to young adults in a safe and friendly environment. We are never off-duty, as we like to polish up on the latest dance moves to enjoy with the children during the evening entertainment.

It is great to see how the older children are

keen to help and support the younger ones.

Whilst the parents/grandparents/carers are sometimes surprised how settled and keen they are to return. We do offer breakfast in the way of toast and juice, and snacks during the day to entice them.

During a typical National Bank Holiday weekend, we offer two sessions Saturday and Sunday and a single session on a Monday. All of this is provided by the Club free of charge.

All we want and expect is that the children

have a great time, make new friends and be happy.

We aim to base activities and crafts on a relevant theme of the year. For example this has been, the Olympics, Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, King’s Coronation, whereas other themes have been connected to the National location, i.e Welsh Theme, Irish Theme, Farm Theme, etc…..

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I have enjoyed the activities.

Demi Age 13

What I enjoyed about kid’s club is that we had fun and ition. making things for the compet , I feel I have outgrown kids club 17 Age but I enjoyed it. Rhian

Getting rosettes, parties, doing the activities, playing games, watching a film and going outside. Mia Age 10

and we feel that this should be no different for our youngsters. We encourage the children to have pride when they join in with our activities and can see their works on display too. We feel extremely proud for them, and enjoy seeing their faces light up when they receive recognition for the hard work and determination, they have put in.

At the Prizegiving Ceremony at the end of the Rally, the children are presented with medals for their homecraft achievements.

This time we had two under 5-year-olds who were the first to be called up on stage. As you can imagine, they were nervous to walk up

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I have enjo yed eating food, playing gam es, drinkin g, decorating cup-cakes, decorating things, wa tching movies and socialising .

Nathaniel A ge 13

Designing cakes, the film, craft s, holding the flag, playin g games, getting to know peop le and playin g outside’.

(Don’t like - was blan k!)

Rosie Age 9

on to the stage, in front of a large audience to receive their medals at first, however, by the time they went up for their 5th medal they were pros, running up with a smile on their faces and stealing the show! Well done to all the Juniors, you did a fantastic job.

To finish off, we presented them all with a commemorative King Charles III wooden medal as a keepsake.

As well as having fun, the children learn new skills and we encourage them to participate in games and creations that they may never have done before.

At the 2023 National, where the theme was based on the King’s Coronation, it was clear that many of them had worked on this topic at school and nursery, so were able to share their experiences and knowledge to the rest of the group.

The age range for this National was 3 to 17, meaning we must cater for varying abilities, which is not an easy task to ensure everybody is interested and engaged in the activity, but we are keen to be inclusive.

Since 2016 we introduced an award for the Junior’s Junior of the National in memory of Margaret Platt who supported us in our early years, and who herself had started her

Running around, games, decorating cakes.

Joshua Age 3

I enjoyed playing with the girls and boys.

Lola Age 4

I have enjoyed; colouring, playing games, watching a film, ice-cream, crisps, popcorn, crafting and sweets. Noah Age 11

yed ‘I’ve enjo rafts c e th f all o g and runnin nd a g and playin . lm fi a g watchin 9 e g A n e Jayd

life in the MCC as a Junior member. In our last session of the weekend, we discuss this award with the children and ask them to nominate one person each, who in the group has been helpful, kind, generous, friendly and supportive to them throughout the weekend.

On this occasion this award went to Rosie in Lancashire, age 9. This was her first National, and she was extremely proud to receive this award and so deserving of it too. She

Drew a picture to show how much he had enjoyed it Oliv er Age 4

fulfilled all the qualities we had suggested.

Congratulations Rosie!

At the end of the weekend, we ask the children to provide feedback to us, about what they think about Sammy Snail Club, including what they have enjoyed and what they haven’t so that we can plan for future Nationals.

We would love to see more Juniors joining us at future Nationals, so why not come along and enjoy the fun.

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GETTING OUT & ABOUT Safety Officer Keith Poole has some advice on how to stay safe while having fun this year.

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ealth and Safety is now more in people’s minds than before as the risk of trips increases with the deteriorating paths and roads around our Country side.

We are all responsible for our own Health & Safety which helps so, if you are not feeling well, it’s best to seek advice. The Covid virus is still around and we must remain vigilant, even though the new vaccine injections should help to combat this infection.

Parking The new update to our Risk Assessment is now on the web site, stating the new rule on winter parking on limited space carparks and school playgrounds. The rule states that it is possible to park with a minimum of four metres between vans, but only if you have nothing in between vans e.g. no chairs, no tables, solely just park and stay in vans etc.

For the Summertime: The rule still stands at six metres minimum space between vans with no door-to-door parking unless a space of nine metres can be accomplished between vans.

Portable Gas Appliances Portable gas appliances are often used on rallies, I would advise that these devices are only used externally and not for any reason used inside your motorhome. When not in use, please remove the gas bottle lock and store in a well-ventilated cupboard.

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(printed on pipe). Replace if over five years old.

Annual Habitation Checks An important check which should be carried out each year by a professional engineer who should check your gas system to show you if any defects are found.

Fire Extinguishers These only have a life of about five years; just because your fire extinguisher is showing green in the little window, it doesn’t mean the extinguisher is fully pressurised in the bottle, the powder could be hard inside.There are fire

sticks now available from www.glossfireaction. co.uk with a Discount Code of 150MCC/4/23 readily available for members to order.

Maintaining Portable Electrical Equipment Many groups carry electric urns, kettles, bingo machines, etc. These are classed as portable appliances and unless they are double insulated they have the potential to cause an electric shock if there is a fault with the earth connection.

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USE OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS ON RALLIES

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ith most new motorhomes coming with a fire extinguisher fitted, it is not compulsory for Groups to have a fire extinguisher or a fire bucket available, however it is strongly advisable to have something in case there is a small fire.

Most Groups have the statement on safety written into their supplementary document mentioning that a fire Extinguisher is available with the Stewards’ Rally Pack or van, along with a bell or horn to warn of a fire and to raise the alarm.

However, fuel canisters, gas bottles, leisure batteries, electrical wiring and cooking in small spaces all pose increased risks of fire. Being in close proximity to neighbours and their equipment and activities is another potential

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hazard. Hopefully nothing catches alight, but if it did do you have a fire extinguisher to hand?

And if so, is it the correct type?

Traditional fire extinguishers are often pressurised and therefore need yearly servicing at a cost and/or have a limited life. Powder for example is also very damaging to both surfaces and lungs and can cause more damage than a small fire. What most people don’t realise is that the usage time of a 3.5kg extinguisher can be as little as 7 seconds, providing it has been serviced and the contents haven’t compressed of course. Not long to extinguish a fire! And you have to know what type of fire it is before you use a pressurised extinguisher. Using powder for example on a frying pan full of oil will propel the flaming oil >>

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The quality of each item, tested in the laboratory and then on the road, along with professional assistance always available will make every trip an unforgettable moment of dolce vita.

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HEALTH & SAFETY >> all over the place making matters considerably worse.

There is no rule in the Motor Caravanner's CFG or the Natural England Guidelines at present stating that you should have fire extinguishers available but mostly it is common sense to have a cylinder extinguisher or fire stick available for personal use in case of a small fire happening.

Nobody should put their own life at risk of danger when a fire is at the stage of getting out of hand and then it should be the job of the emergency services.

BBQ fires can be a large hazard, with the flames getting out of control then it is the duty of the person to have a bucket of water or sand available to extinguish the flames. Once again, if too large, then it’s the Emergency services department to deal with.

As Health & Safety advice changes as years pass, then we, the members, have to encourage our members to take the preventives when it is imperative that we have to think safety first.

Once again, it is strongly advisable that we all have some fire protection available. Please make sure that all fire extinguishers are within date and are fully operational. Fire blankets are good for smothering the fires on cookers.

Fire sticks are light, handy and very efficient in distinguishing the fire.

USE OF DRONES AT RALLIES

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s more members are getting into flying drones it is now becoming the ‘in thing’ to take overhead photos of vans parked up or the lovely scenery around our rally fields.

Members who have drones should be aware that, if you are the operator, and your drone weighs over 250g or has a camera that can take photos or record video, you must register with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and get an operator ID. You also need to apply for a model aircraft licence.

As a licenced owner there are rules on where you can and can't fly. Please beware that: • If you intentionally or recklessly hit someone with a drone, you could be liable for battery, which carries both criminal and civil sanctions.

• If you intentionally or recklessly damage someone's property with a drone, you could be liable for criminal damage.

• If you fly a drone without exercising a reasonable standard of care and injure someone or damage their property, you could be negligent and liable to compensate the victim for personal injury or damage to property.

• If you fly a drone low over someone’s land without their permission, you could be liable for trespass, even if you do not personally go onto the land (although this is generally a civil rather than a criminal matter).

Furthermore, you should check for any local bylaws restricting the use of drones.

Some members are very concerned about drones colliding or crashing into their motorhomes and causing damage to their property. Others do not want their privacy invaded by having their photo taken without their consent. So all Groups should set out guidelines as to where drones can be flown; for example in a field beside the rally field, with a safe distance of at least 50m away from any vehicle or as far away from the units as possible so as not to be of a nuisance to others or invade their privacy.

DOGS IN COMMUNAL SITE RALLY TENTS

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his subject was discussed at the National Rally last May and has been questioned once again. With the backing of Council of Management, it has been agreed that if the tent in question is a private tent (eg, pop up with sides) and is only being used privately beside your unit with your friends, then it is your responsibility to look after your dogs inside of the tent and outside.

However, if it is a Group communal tent and is erected in the field for all members to use – for a coffee morning, evening meet up, food or a game of Bingo – dogs are not allowed inside the tent for hygiene reasons and to be considerate to other members.

Dogs can still be seated outside the communal group tent with their owners provided they are on a lead and cannot get into the tent, complying with the ruling of Communal Group tents so as not to inflict any distress on members that are allergic to animals or have a fear of dogs.

It is the responsibility of the Group Committee to make sure that these rules are adhered to for the sake of all members on the rally field.

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DON’T JUST INSURE YOUR MOTORHOME....SHIELD IT! Where Else Can You Get?* • Cover for motorhomes up to 25 years old.

• European cover up to 270 days.

• Cover for self-build motorhomes.

• New for old cover up to 12 months from new.** • No claims bonus protection available.

• Personal belongings cover up to £5,000.

• UK and European breakdown cover available.

• Unlimited windscreen cover available.

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INSURANCE

Graham Durkee Insurance

UK insurance

Many insurance companies give discounts to our Members so it is always worth mentioning that you are a one of them.

Shield Insurance give our members a discount on the majority of their policies, which include home and pet cover as well as motorcaravans. Contact them on 0800 393966 and don’t forget to let them know your one of the Club’s members.

Holiday insurance and overseas travel Personal/medical and breakdown holiday insurance is available through Gold Cover on 01892 559530. Personal/Medical cover is available to members up to the age of 84 and the maximum length of any trip is now 45 days.

Motoring cover is also available through Gold Cover for vehicles up to 15 years of age and a maximum length of 7m, up to 3.5 tonnes.

Maximum duration of 90 days. For a quotation please ring during office hours. Please have your membership number to hand when you call.

Restrictions and conditions apply. Check with Gold Cover when you are getting your quote for their current conditions.

Useful numbers: • Adrian Flux 0800 3698590 • CaravanGuard 0800 1488400 • Comfort 02089 840777 • Lexham Insurance Consultants Ltd

01379 646529 (5% discount on members’ premium) • Safeguard 0800 0968304 • Staveley Head 0800 0815039 (5% discount by quoting MCAR)

You should always be aware of any impending storm forecast. Insurance, be it the Club’s or your own will not pay out if you have not taken due care, ie taken awnings, gazebos etc and packed them away. If you had warnings of the weather changing it is your responsibility not the insurance companies.

Overseas insurance

Don’t forget your CCI card if you are travelling abroad as it gives you third party cover. Cards available (£6) from our office, call 01684 311677.

Members travelling abroad who wish to make their own holiday arrangements may find the following contact helpful.

A comprehensive set of links to touring pages and advice is available via our website www.themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk

Breakdown and recovery insurance Britannia Rescue: 0800 591563

Breakdown and recovery insurance gives you peace of mind wherever you are.

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SERVICING AVON

M&D SERVICES LTD Unit 1 Balaclava Rd Ind. Est., Bristol, BS16 3LJ T: 01179 651900 or 01179 650651 E: tony@mdservicesltd.co.uk

BRISTOL

CHIPPING SODBURY CARAVANS Badminton Rd, Chipping Sodbury, Bristol, BS37 6LH T: 01454 318374 E: sales@chippingsodburycaravans. co.uk www.chippingsodburycaravans.co.uk

DERBYSHIRE

DERBY MOTORHOMES AUTOSLEEPERS EXHIBITION CENTRE Chapel Street, Derby, DE1 3GU T: 01332 360222 E: service@derbymotorhomes.com www.derbymotorhomes.com

DEVON

DEVON & CORNWALL MOTORHOME & CARAVAN SERVICE REPAIR CENTRE Unit K&M, Boringdon Mill Business Park, Galileo Close, Plympton, PL7 4JW T: 01752 717750 E: service@dandcmotorhomes.co.uk www.dandcmotorhomes.co.uk

DURHAM

A19 CARAVANS Unit B1, Site 5, Cold Hesledon Ind. Est., Seaham, Co. Durham, SR7 8ST T: 01915 815777 or 07738 057970 E: sales@a19caravans.com

Scotland’s premier motorhome repair & service centre

ESSEX

WESTS MOTORHOMES Wests Ind. Park, Todd Close, Rainham, RM13 9XX T: 01708 556237 E: info@motorhomerepairs.net www.motorhomerepairs.net WINSOR GARAGES Ford Road, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 3DS T: 01255 222110 E: winsorgaragesltd@btconnect.com www.winsorgaragesltd.co.uk

GLOUCESTERSHIRE

NEWENT AUTO CENTRE Newent Business Park, Newent, GL18 1HP T: 01531 828001 E: newentauto@yahoo.co.uk www.newentauto.co.uk

HAMPSHIRE

KENT

ARC MOTORHOME & CARAVAN SERVICES Unit 2, Coombe Road, Dover, Kent CT17 0LQ T: 01304 784436 E: info@arcmcs.com www.arcmcs.com

LINCOLNSHIRE

GRANTHAM LEISURE LTD 76 Kings Cliffe Rd, Grantham, NG31 8EU T: 07980 919030 E: granthamleisureltd@yahoo.com www.granthamleisureltd.co.uk

MERSEYSIDE

SPENCER & GILBERT 3 St. Luke’s Rd, Southport, PR9 0SH T: 01704 531398 E: spencerandgilbert@gmail.com

CS&R LTD Unit 4, Woolmer Trading Est., Woolmer Way, Bordon, GU35 9QE T: 01483 906435 or 07979 386780 E: csrcaravanserviceand repairs@gmail.com www.repairscaravan.co.uk

NORFOLK

YEW TREE WORKSHOPS Fawley, Southampton, SO45 1BX T: 02380 010029 E: yewtreeworkshopsltd@outlook.com www.badminstonsgroup.co.uk

SIMPSONS GARAGE (GT YARMOUTH) LTD Suffolk Rd, Great Yarmouth, NR31 0LN E: service@simpsons-skoda.com www.simpsonsmotorhomes.co.uk

CROWN GARAGE Air-con servicing available Newton St. Faith, Norwich, NR10 3LG T: 01603 898253 E: enquiry@thecrowngarage.com www.thecrowngarage.com

Servicing • Bodyshop work Mechanical repairs • Maintenance MOTs on all types of motorhomes

DIRECTORY IN ASSOCIATION WITH

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

ROCKINGHAM CARS FIAT Cockerell Rd, Phoenix Parkway, Corby, NN17 5DU T: 01536 268991 E: phil@rockinghamcars.co.uk www.rockinghamcars.co.uk

SCOTLAND

TURRIFF CARAVAN CENTRE (TCC) Greengate Lodge, Delgaty, Turriff, AB53 5TA T: 01888 562186 E: sales@turriffcaravans.co.uk www.turriffcaravans.co.uk DONALD MACKENZIE Authorised Fiat dealer 62 Seafield Rd, Inverness, Highland, IV1 1SG T: 01463 235777 E: dmaftersales@dmmotorgroup.co.uk

NORTH ROAD GARAGE Great North Rd, Kelty, Fife, KY4 0HW T: 01383 830404 E: sales@northroadgarage.co.uk www.northroadgarage.co.uk SHERIFFMILL MOTOR COMPANY LTD Sheriffmill Road, Elgin, Moray, IV30 6UH T: 01343 547121 or 01343 547378 E: service@sheriffmill.co.uk

SOMERSET

HIGHBRIDGE CARAVAN CENTRE LTD A38 Bristol Road, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 4EX T: 01278 764800 E: AftersalesDept@ highbridgecaravans.co.uk www.highbridgecaravans.co.uk

MOTORHOME CENTRE 253 Blairtummock Rd, Glasgow G33 4ED T: 0141 773 1212 F: 0141 771 1999 E: info@motorhome centrescotland.com

STOCKPORT

NEWTON GARAGE LTD 14 The Wisp, Edinburgh, EH16 4SQ T: 0131 669 6336 E: newtongarage@aol.com

SHARMAN CARAVANS Habitation services to all motorhomes and campervans - AWS approved workshops.

Colchester Rd, Ipswich, IP4 4RU T: 01473 713284 E: sales@sharmancaravans.co.uk www.sharmancaravans.co.uk

PINNACLE MOTOR ENGINEERING Gordon Street, SK4 1RS T: 0161 480 0397 E: info@pinnaclemotors.net www.pinnacle-motors.co.uk

SUFFOLK

Call us now 0141 773 1212

info@motorhomecentrescotland.com www.motorhomecentrescotland.com 253 Blairtummock Road, Glasgow G33 4ED

SURREY

ELMWOOD VEHICLES LTD Motorhome Servicing & MOTs 278 Kingston Rd (rear of petrol station), Epsom, Surrey, KT19 0SH T: 0208 394 2847 E: info@elmwoodvehicles.co.uk www.elmwoodvehicles.co.uk

SUSSEX

CARAVAN TECH SERVICES LTD (Bailey, Swift and Adria) London Rd, Hurst Green, East Sussex, TN19 7PN T: 01508 860260 E: shop@caravantech.co.uk www.caravantech.co.uk

STAY WITH THE CLUB Enjoy the hospitality of our CLs, Night Stops and Safe Knights and take advantage of our friendly parking guide

THE SITE CODE Follow the Club’s guide to safe and sensible pitching. When visiting a site remember that you are a paying guest, so be aware of your surroundings and leave the pitch in the same clean condition you found it.

• Do not stop on private land without prior permission from the owner.

• Park where you will not interfere with the freedom and enjoyment of others, six metres from other vehicles/units.

• Allow adequate access for emergency vehicles to reach other units.

• Avoid damage to the ground by testing the surface carefully before driving on and drive carefully and with consideration.

• Keep your pitch neat and tidy with no loose equipment outside your vehicle beyond what is necessary or appropriate.

• Leave your pitch clean and tidy.

• Recycle wherever possible and dispose of all rubbish in appropriate provided facilities.

If there are none, take your waste home or

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to somewhere it can be safely disposed of.

• Carry suitable sanitary equipment (chemical toilet with an approved fluid) and empty toilet waste only at disposal points.

• Empty waste water tanks at designated points or dispose using a separate container following site rules.

• Do not allow children and/or animals to spoil the peace and quiet of others.

• Children and young people remain the responsibility of parents and carers at all times.

• Respect the privacy of others.

• Drive slowly (5mph) at all times. Be aware of children who may be out of sight when playing.

• Keep all entertainment systems at a level at which all can enjoy the facilities and so these items do not become a nuisance.

• Limit generators to essential use only.

• Keep dogs on leads and always “pick-up”.

• Observe the Countryside, Caravan and Seashore Codes at all times.

CL SITES ENGLAND 110 Avon 110 Bedfordshire 110 Cheshire 110 Cornwall 111 Cumbria 112 Derbyshire 112 Devon 112 Dorset 114 Co. Durham 114 Gloucestershire 117 Hampshire 117 Herefordshire 118 Kent 118 Lancashire 118 Leicestershire 120 Lincolnshire 120 Norfolk 123 Northumberland 123 Shropshire 124 Somerset 124

NIGHT STOPS ENGLAND 140 Bedfordshire 140 Buckinghamshire 140 Cambridgeshire 140 Cornwall 141 County Durham 141 Cumbria 141 Derbyshire 141 Devon 141 Gloucestershire 142 G. Manchester 142 Hampshire 142 Herefordshire 144 Hertfordshire 144 Lancashire 144 Lincolnshire 146

110 Staffordshire 126 Suffolk 126 Tyne & Wear 126 Warwickshire 126 Wiltshire 127 Worcestershire 127 Yorkshire 128 SCOTLAND 130 Caithness 130 Dumfries & Galloway 130 East Lothian 130 Fife 133 Highlands 133 Isle of Arran 133 Inverness-shire 134 WALES 134 Anglesey 134 Carmarthenshire 134 Denbighshire 137 Swansea 137

140 Norfolk 146 Northumberland 146 N. Humberside 146 Suffolk 148 Tyne & Wear 148 Yorkshire 148 SCOTLAND 148 Dumfries & Galloway 148 Highlands 149 WALES 149 Carmarthenshire 149 Ceredigion 149 Glamorgan 149 Pembrokeshire 149 Powys 150

FRIENDLY PARKING ENGLAND 152 Avon 152 Bedfordshire 152 Berkshire 152 Buckinghamshire 152 Cambridgeshire 152 Cheshire 153 Cleveland 153 Cornwall 153 Co Durham 154 Cumbria 154 Derbyshire 154 Devon 154 Dorset 155 E Riding/Yorks 156 East Sussex 156 East Yorkshire 156 Essex 156 Gloucestershire 156 Hampshire 156 Herefordshire 157 Hertfordshire 157 Isle of Wight 157 Kent 158 Lancashire 158 Leicestershire 158 Lincolnshire 158 Merseyside 160 Norfolk 160 North Yorkshire 160 Northumberland 160 Nottinghamshire 160 Oxfordshire 160 Shropshire 160 Somerset 161 South Yorkshire 161 Staffordshire 161

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Suffolk 161 Surrey 161 Tyne & Wear 161 Warwickshire 162 W Midlands 162 W Yorkshire 162 Wiltshire 162 Worcestershire 162 N. IRELAND 162 Co. Antrim 162 Co. Armagh 162 Co. Down 162 SCOTLAND 165 Aberdeenshire 165 Argyll & Bute 165 Ayreshire 165 Dumfries 165 Edinburgh 165 Glasgow 165 Highlands 165 Borders 165 Moray 165 Perth & Kinross 165 S Lanarkshire 165 Stirlingshire 165 WALES 166 Anglesey 166 Ceredigion 166 Conwy 166 Gower 166 Gwent 166 Gwynedd 166 Mid Glamorgan 166 Monmouthshire 166 Pembrokeshire 166 Powys 166 S Glamorgan 166

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CAROL BIGGS Membership Services

ENGLAND AVON

CL SITES WHAT IS A CL SITE?

The Motorcaravanners’ Club are authorised

by Natural England, The Scottish Executive and The Welsh Assembly Government to issue licences for Certificated Locations.

These are known as CLs. Owners of land may permit up to 5 Motorhomes or Caravans without the need of planning permission.

The conditions are: • Not more than 5 ‘vans allowed on the site at any one time.

• No ‘vans shall be allowed to stay for longer than 28 consecutive days.

• Awnings and pup tents are allowed.

• TENTS & TRAILER TENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED.

WHO RUNS THEM AND WHO CAN STAY ON THEM?

Many of our CL site owners are club members and provide very good sites for us all to use. If you have friends who have motor caravans it will enable you to meet at our sites. They don’t have to be members of our, or any other club to be made very welcome.

HOW DO I BECOME A CL SITE?

If you wish to become a CL or know of anyone who does please contact our office on 01684 311677, email carolb@ themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk or download the details from the website.

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STONESWOOD FARM (CL94211) Wrington Hill, Wrington, Bristol BS40 5PP Mrs A Pritchard 07880 934475 cost: £15 incl. electric. open: All year. access: 12ft. Not suitable for RVs. directions: From M5 take junc 20, B3133 or 21, A370 to Conglesbury. Take A370 from Conglesbury towards Bristol. At Cleeve just after Tout’s Budgens supermarket turn right up Cleeve Hill Road, Stoneswood paddock 1 mile on left. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, toilet, shower, flat field with hardstanding. Dogs allowed. places of interest: Located in the Forest of Avon.

Lovely walks from site and in adjoining woodland, Bristol 8 miles, Weston-Super-Mare 8 miles, Cheddar Gorge and Wells.

BEDFORDSHIRE LOWER WOOD END FARM (CL94118) Marston Moretaine, Bedford MK43 0PA Mrs V. Parrish 01234 768308 or 07778 816389 (8am-8pm) cost: £10 no electric, £14 with electric per night. open: All year. access: 3m. directions: From Bedford take A421, mile past Little Chef roundabout turn right for Woodend. After 1 mile turn right at 6ft brick garden wall, down track for 200 yards to site. facilities: Flat grass field in a peaceful countryside location. Toilets, water, chemical disposal, dogs allowed, disabled members welcome but no special facilities, some hardstandings. places of interest: Bedford 6 miles, Milton Keynes 10 miles, Woburn Abbey 5 miles, village for shop and pubs.

CHESHIRE BELMONT HALL (CL94397) Great Budworth, Northwich CW9 6JA Site manager 07496 408032 and 07530 450019 (9am-9pm) email belmontcamping@aol.com gps: N53.301158 W2.526938 cost: £17 for electric hook-up and £19 for a fully serviced pitch for MCC members. All pitches are hard-standing. Discount applied at booking through the website.

directions: 3 miles south of M56 J10 on the

A559 heading to Northwich. Site entrance at junction of the A559 and Pole Lane. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, toilets/showers/ washroom. Electric hook-ups, rubbish bins, 5 hard standings, disabled friendly with toilet/shower.

Dogs allowed and exercise area, suitable for longer stays. places of interest: Three pubs within 10 minutes, two shops 2 miles, fishing on site, Country Park 2 miles, Cheshire showground, footpaths.

MANOR FARM (CL94433) Newton Lane, Gates Heath Tattenhall, Chester CH3 9AY Brian Ryder 07944 135814 (9am-5pm) email bookings.manorfarm@gmail.com cost: £25 with electric. £20 without electricity. open: All year. access: Road & gate 30ft. directions: From Chester South on the A41 Whitchurch Rd. at Haton Heath left into Chester Rd. From Whitchurch North on A41 right into Chester Rd. at Hatton Heath, After 2 miles fork left onto Gatesheath Lane Manor Farm 1 mile on left. facilities: Acres of flat land & countryside. New RV pitches. Fresh water, rubbish bins, hard standing, chemical disposal, new shower & toilet block, wash room. Electric hook-up, one disabled facility accessible for wheelchair users. On-site farm shop, cafe, coffee shop. Calor Gas T&G Builders just down the road. Rally field available. Check for details of discounts, numbers etc. places of interest: Beeston Castle, Peckforton Castle, Sandstone Trail & Ice Cream Farm. Regular buses to Chester/Whitchurch.

CORNWALL FERNLEIGH BARN (CL94323) Penstraze, Chacewater TR4 8PN Mr Leslie Hackett 01872 562953 email Les.penstraze@gmail.com cost: £8-£12 including electric. open: All year. access: 12ft. Not suitable for RVs. directions: From A30 Chiverton Cross roundabout take A390 to Truro. Travel 1 mile to dog leg junction signed Tregavethan-Chacewater 1½ miles.

Take Chacewater turning. Travel 140yds turn right into private road (beside long white wall with post box). Approx 200yds to Fernleigh Barn turning on the left. facilities: Water, green chemical disposal, bins, suitable longer stays, slightly sloping.

Dogs allowed.

places of interest: Within 2 miles of three villages, each with pubs, restaurants, local shops and post office, bus stop ¼ mile, park & ride, 1½ miles for Truro and mainline station.

PORTHTOWAN (CL94486) Porthtowan Campsite, Jolly’s Lane, Porthtowan TR4 8AX Bookings number: 07920 715410 (8am-8pm) Email: porthtowancampsite@outlook.com Instagram for photos and special offers @porthtowancampsite cost: £15 pupn. Additional charge for electric £5pn open: All year access: 11ft. Wide gate. NO ARVs directions: From the A30 in the direction of Pool & Camborne take the junction for Westway towards Wheal Rose. Carry on past Etheringtons Farm Shop and through Manor Parsley village. At junction with Coast Road turn left onto Rose Hill. At top of hill turn right into Forthvean road. In 600m turn right into unmarked road and site is at end of the lane. facilities: Grass pitching, fresh water, dogs allowed, E.H.U. Not suitable for wheelchair users, Elsan point to be installed. places of interest: South west Coast path is outside field with 15-20 minute walk into village where there are two pubs, village shop, local bus service.

Surf lessons & board hire available on the beach.

Site has sea views and views towards Godrevy lighthouse and St Ives.

THE MEADOW (CL94275) Mount Pleasant Farm, Skinners Bottom, Redruth TR16 5DU Mr S Harvey 01209 890677 (8am-9pm).

07793 140 911 email stuhol@btopenworld.com cost: £6-£10. No electric. open: All year. access: 15ft gate, 15ft road. directions: From A30 (Chiverton Cross) take 3rd exit (St Agnes) at mini roundabout take 3rd exit (St Agnes) and then turn left. In ¼ mile (Skinners Bottom) after 100yds turn right follow the road for 1¼ miles and turn left before Mount Hawke sign.

Continue to bottom of hill and the site is on the right hand side. facilities: Hard standing and flat site. Water, chemical disposal and rubbish bins. Suitable for longer stays, dogs allowed. places of interest: Shop approx 1 mile, pub approx 2 miles, beach 2 miles, nearest town 3 miles.

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open: All year. access: Road 20ft. Gate 13ft.

CL SITES

CUMBRIA NEAR HOWE (CL94477) Trout Beck, Penrith, CA11 0SH Fiona Shore 01768 779678 or 07861 651368 (8am-8pm) email enquiries@nearhowe.co.uk cost: £20, no electric open: All year access: Access road & entrance 10ft wide. Access is via a single width gravel track (max. van length 6 metres) directions: Use postcode CA11 0SZ. From the M6 take Junction 40. From the west on the A66, take the right-hand turn to Mungrisdale & Caldbeck, continue for approx 1 mile and take righthand turning to Near Howe Cottages, go up gravel track, up the hill. Entrance to field is on the left before the cottages. facilities: Grass field in a peaceful countryside location with amazing views. Water, green chemical disposal, grey waste disposal, shower, toilet, washing-up and laundry facilities. places of interest: Keswick & Derwentwater (9 miles), Penrith (12 miles), Aira Force & Ullswater (8 miles), Pub within 2 miles, cycling & hiking.

THE COACH HOUSE (CL94494) Borwick Rails, Millom, Cumbria LA18 4JU Leah Mc Meekin 01229 771788 or 07713 530289 (8am-10pm) email leahmcmeekin@btinternet.com cost: £25 pupn. No EHU open: All year access: 7 metres directions: Drive to bottom of Devonshire Road turn L onto Borwick Rails follow road past Du Dum Villa until you reach the sea then turn R into Estuary view Escapes. facilities: Water, rubbish, hard standing, dogs allowed, Toilet, Elsan disposal, wash room. Great walking site. places of interest: Shops, calor gas, garages nearby, beach on site.

TRANBY (CL94480) Moor Road, Great Broughton, Cockermouth CA13 OXB Mr Ken & Alison Simpson Tel: 01900 815523 Mob: 07766 824350 (Bookings to be made between 9am-9pm). email tranby@btinternet.com www.tranbycl.co.uk cost: £17 pupn including electric access: No limit on length of vehicle. Access road & entrance 12ft wide.

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west of Cockermouth, turn right, signposted for Great Boughton, keep left onto Main Street, keep on the road signed for Broughton Moor, the site is approximately ¼ mile out of the village up a little lane on the right hand side. facilities: Fully serviced pitches with fresh water, grey waste, wifi and EHU. Small paddock on a quiet farm adjacent to woodland and a pond. places of interest: Village shop & pubs ½ mile away. Bus route. Lake district coast aquarium, Go Ape & Forest Segway at Whinlatter Forest, Senhouse Roman Museum. Wordsworth House, Lakes Distillery etc, all close by. Fabulous walks next to the site.

DERBYSHIRE GREYSTONES NAWAB CARAVANNING & CAMPING (CL94453) Ashbourne Road, Flagg, Buxton SK17 9QQ Mr M Jilani 01298 22341 (9am-8pm) email mrmajilani@aol.com cost: £20, with electric £25 open: All year access: Country lane. Gate 6m + directions: Buxton A515 6 miles to site Ashbourne A515 21 miles. facilities: Water, rubbish bins, chemical disposal, showers & toilets, electric hook-up, dogs allowed, flat grass field. Four Indian blue and white peacocks and rare breed chickens. places of interest: Buxton Spa Town, The Heights of Abraham, Alton Towers.

DEVON SOUTH STROXWORTHY (CL94417) Woolsery, Bideford EX39 5QB Mrs Clare Harding 01237 431358 or 07818 093548 (7:30am-10pm) cost: £12 per night. Hook-up £2.50 per night. open: All year access: 5m opening. Suitable for RVs. directions: Heading west on A39 turn left at Bucks Cross, after 2 miles turn left by public house at Woolsery, bear right after leaving village, then first left after 800m signpost South Stroxworty Campsite. After 200m turn right up concrete drive. facilities: Fresh water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins, toilets, wash room and showers, electric hookup, three hard standing, dogs allowed and exercise area, suitable for long stays. places of interest: Cost Cutter shop selling Calor gas, garage, public house and church all within 1 mile, Bucksmills beach 5 miles, Milky Way Adventure Park 4 miles, Westward Ho! Beach 12 miles.

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THE LAZY BUZZARD CAMPSITE (CL94231) nr. Mullacott Cross, Ilfracombe EX34 8NY Mr R Quaintance 07812 385915 (10am-10pm) email rogerquaintance@gmail.com gps: N51.177832 W4.141783 cost: £10 per night, PayPal accepted for advance payment. open: Easter-September. Winter if ground conditions permit. Field available for group rallies. access: Good. directions: Leave M5 junction 27, take A361 and follow to Barnstaple then take A39 towards Bideford/Ilfracombe and take A361 signposted Ilfracombe over the new bridge at Barnstaple keep on the A361 through Braunton until you reach Mullacott Cross roundabout, take the 2nd exit B3343 towards Woolacombe and the site is 800m on the right. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, grey water dump, rubbish bins, WC, sink, dogs allowed. places of interest: 800m pub/restaurant. Buses.

Beaches, fishing, boat trips to Lundy Island.

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DORSET CAUSEWAY FARM (CL94135) Causeway, Radipole Village, Weymouth DT4 9RX Mr G Tite. Gary 07857 373927 or Becky 07592 134105 gps: N50.630674 W2.478834 cost: Members £12 pn, non-members £15 with EHU open: All year access: 16ft. Suitable for RVs. directions: On entering Weymouth from Dorchester at the roundabout take 2nd exit towards Old Harbour (N). Take 5th right turn at the Famous Old Spa into Spa Road, continue straight on into Radipole Lane over River Bridge and take 1st right into Causeway Lane. Site is 100m on the right. facilities: Almost flat grass site, water, chemical disposal, dogs allowed, suitable for longer stays, possible access for wheelchairs but not ideal. places of interest: Shop and pub 1 mile, Weymouth 2 miles, footpaths to Radipole Lane, bird reserve and north to Upwey.

HOME FARM CAMPSITE (CL94125) Rectory Lane, Puncknowle, nr Dorchester DT2 9BW Miss R Laver 01308 897258 (phone to book and check tariff) gps: N50.696924 W2.660044 cost: £18-£22 depending on season. EHU £5pn open: 1 April-7 October access: 9ft directions: On A35 between Bridport and Dorchester turn off to Litton Cheney and 114 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

follow road to Puncknowle. From Bridport take B3157 towards Weymouth turn off at Swyre to Puncknowle. facilities: Mostly flat grass field, water, chemical disposal, toilets, washroom. Dogs allowed, suitable for longer stays, gas available. places of interest: Bridport golf 6 mile, Abbotsbury swannery and subtropical gardens 4 miles, public house, good meals in village, beach, fishing 1 mile.

SNOOKS FARM (CL94437) Church Lane, West Parley, Ferndown BH22 8TR Miss Christine Edge 07971 269441 email snooksfarmalpacas@yahoo.co.uk cost: £12 per night open: April 1st to January 10th access: 12ft gate directions: From Wimborne Minster (5.9 miles) Follow B3073 Ham Lane, and Christchurch Rd. At Camford R/about take 1st exit on Church Lane West Parley, site on the left. facilities: Flat paddock, fresh water tap, rubbish bins, chemical disposal, EHU, disabled friendly. places of interest: Bus route, shops, river, ski centre, Alice in Wonderland, Bournemouth airport and beach, Poole, Boscombe and The New Forest.

COUNTY DURHAM CROFT WORKINGMEN’S CLUB (CL94123) 6 Hurworth Road, Hurworth Place, Darlington, Durham DL2 2DA Nicola Woodford 01325 720497 cost: £6 pupn including EHU open: All year. access: 20ft. Suitable for RVs. directions: A167 from Darlington signposted Croft N.Allerton at 3 miles enter Hurworth, River on the right, site entrance 10m. Look for sign Croft Working Mens Club. facilities: Grass pitches, hard standing if necessary, toilets, water, chemical disposal, dogs allowed, suitable for longer stays, wheelchair access to club. places of interest: 4 miles to Darlington for shops, restaurants, railway museum etc. Easy access to North Yorks moors, dales, lakes and coast.

DERWENT RESERVOIR (CL94441) Edmundbyers, Consett DH8 9TT Christopher Hodgson 01207 255250 (8am-5pm) email christopher.hodgson@nwl.co.uk cost: £10 per night MCC members. open: All year. access: Road 12ft, gate 12ft. Max length 5m. directions: From A68 4 miles West Of Castleside turn south onto the B6378. Signposted Edmundbyers and Weardale. After 2 miles turn right just before Bridle. >>

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GRASSHOLME RESERVOIR (CL94446) West Pasture, Micklton DL12 0PW 01833 641121 (8am-5pm) cost: £10 per night MCC members open: All year access: Road 12ft, gate 12ft directions: From Barnards Castle take either the B6278 or B6277 at Micleton turn onto the W Pasture road. facilities: Toilets, information room, picnic site, lakeside location in upper Teesdale, trout fishing and rod hire. places of interest: Pub within 1 mile. Barnard Castle 10.5 miles.

GLOUCESTERSHIRE BOURTON ROVERS FOOTBALL & SOCIAL CLUB (CL94114) Rissington Rd, Bourton-on-the-Water GL54 2AY Michelle Hollings email brfcclubsecretary@gmail.com. Bookings can’t be made. Please turn up and see directions in clubhouse window. gps: N51.881297 W1.750306 cost: £20 inc VAT open: All year access: 10ft. Not suitable for RVs directions: Bourton is off the A429 between Cirencester and Moreton in Marsh. Take the Rissington Road out of Bourton, pass Birdland and car park on right, take turning on left, sign for Bourton Vale Lawn Tennis Club. No advanced bookings please turn up and park. The club will open in the evenings for payment. facilities: Flat field on gravel base, social club, toilets, water, chemical disposal, dogs allowed on lead, suitable for wheelchairs. places of interest: Fishing, good walks, shops, pubs, Birdland, Motor Museum, model railway and other attractions. Cheltenham, Whitney, Cirencester close.

PARKEND CLUB (CL94396) Lion Row, Parkend, Lydney GL15 4JZ Tony Evans 01594 562566 (10am-10pm) email parkend-wmc@btconnect.com cost: £8.50 open: All year access: 3.5 metres. Suitable for RVs directions: From the M5 to Gloucester or from the M4/M48 to Chepstow, take the A48 to Lydney

town centre, take the B4234 to Whitecroft and Parkend. At the first crossroads in Parkend at the train station turn right over the level crossing towards Yorkley. Take the second turn on the left 40 yards. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins, electric hook-ups, hardstandings, toilet facilities when club is open, dogs allowed, exercise area, suitable for longer stays. Disabled friendly. places of interest: Local shop/post office. Two pubs that serve food, cycle hire shop and cafe ¼ mile, steam train station (working) 100 yards, Calor gas ½ mile. Footpaths.

THE DAISY PADDOCK (CL94438) Hall End Lane, Wickwar, Wotton Under Edge GL12 8PD Kerry & Fran Oram 07773 205467 (10am-8pm) email kerryoram@hotmail.co.uk. cost: £10 open: March-October access: Road 20ft, gate 15ft directions: From Chipping Sodbury to Wickwar on B4060 take the 6th turning on the left on Frith Lane, signposted Hall End. Follow road to Hall End Lane, after going over railway bridge the site is on the left in about ½ mile, next to the layby. facilities: Water tap, Elsan point, rubbish bins, dogs allowed, suitable for stays of 7 days.

HAMPSHIRE BURLEY PARK (CL94357) Burley, Ringwood BH24 4DJ Mr DGJ Tanner 07801 345 264 or 01425 672 451 (9am-5pm) email sopleyfarm@live.com gps: N50.827394 W1.700286 cost: £15 +VAT per night open: April-October access: Road 18 feet, gate 12 feet and 20 feet. Suitable for RVs directions: From A31 turn off to Burley, on entering Burley keep left, go past the Queen’s Head pub into Chapel Lane. Take the next left and turn immediately right into coach park. From A35 turn off to Burley, on entering Burley turn right at Queen’s Head pub go past pub into Chapel Lane.

Take next left and turn immediately right into coach park. Site entrance is through gate. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, toilets in car park, rubbish bins. Dogs allowed and exercise area. places of interest: Park in New Forest village of Burley. Red deer in fenced area, general store, butcher, post office, paper shop, pubs, cafe, tea rooms, cider maker, bike hire, deer safari by tractor and trailer, also on a bus route.

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facilities: Fresh water tap, toilet facilities, rubbish bins, hardstanding, wash room, dogs allowed on leads. Suitable for stays of 7 days.

Disabled friendly. places of interest: Reservoir shop and visitor centre.

Waterside parks, see Northumbrian Water website for more details on Derwent Reservoir. Local pubs serving food.

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NEWLANDS FARM (CL94337) Odiham, Hook RG29 1JD Mrs M Saunders 01256 702373 or 07729 022123 (7am-10pm) email bandnewlands@btinternet.com gps: N51.229999 W0.915645 cost: £10 per night, £2 elec hook-ups open: All year access: 18ft, gate 30ft. Suitable for RVs directions: Leave M3 at junction 5. Follow signs to Odiham. At top of hill past Texaco garage bear left into Odiham High St. Just past pedestrian lights turn right up King St. Go straight on for 1.5 miles until you see a Newlands Farm sign on the left. Turn left down a concrete farm track. At top of hill bear right. Newlands is at the end. facilities: Water, chemical disposal point, rubbish bins, suitable for longer stays, disabled friendly, no dogs allowed. places of interest: Ancient Village of Odiham 2 miles away with shops, restaurants, castle, canal for boating, walking and footpaths and cycleway.

NEW LANE ORCHARD (CL94313) New Lane Bashley, New Milton BH25 5TD Mr J Southcombe 01425 612404 or 07899 728991 (9am-9pm). email jsouthcombe@btinternet.com cost: From £15 open: All year access: 20ft, roadway 18ft. Suitable for RVs directions: From A35 Lyndhurst to Christchurch road take the B3058 towards New Milton, follow for approx 1 mile. New lane is on the right. New Lane Orchard is 400 yards down on the right. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins and hardstandings. Dogs allowed. There are no facilities for the disabled, but it is a flat and well kept, peaceful location. places of interest: Two pubs, shops, post office and garage at the end of the lane, beach 4 miles, on site fishing, New Forest walks.

HEREFORDSHIRE AYLTON MOTORHOME & CARAVAN SITE (CL94468) ADULTS ONLY Yew Tree Farm, Aylton, Ledbury, Here HR8 2RQ Andrew & Helen Riga 07968 160168 email site@aylton.net cost: Electric included. Low season £20. Mid season £25. High season including all bank holidays £28 open: All year, weather dependant access: Road 4.2m, gate 7m directions: Follow signs to Ledbury. 1st roundabout, (on Ledbury bypass), turn left, 2nd r/about straight over, 3rd take 2nd exit. After 2 miles at next r/ about turn right. After passing Newbridge Farm 118 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

Park take left signed Aylton, at village green take right fork, in ½ mile Yew Tree is on your right. facilities: Fresh water tap, rubbish bins, elson point, dogs allowed & exercise area. Green organic chemical use only, available on site at cost £4 for 2l. places of interest: Pubs short distance away.

Ledbury; shopping, Calor Gas, Weston’s Cider Mill, Wye Valley AONB; Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty; Eastnor Castle; Three Choirs Vineyards; Hereford (cathedral).

KENT BUTTERACRES (CL94253) 8 Denstead Farm Cottages, Denstead Lane, Chartham Hatch, Canterbury CT4 7NL Mr J Butterfield & Mrs A Butterfield 01227 731473 or 07834 085138 email info@butteracres.com or happybird@btinternet.com. www.butteracres.co.uk cost: £7.50 per person per night open: All year access: 14ft. Suitable for RVs directions: From A2 London bound between Canterbury and Faversham, turn into Denstad Lane. Signposted Chartham Match for 1 mile, site on right. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, grass area.

Hardstanding, toilet/shower. Dogs allowed. Suitable for longer stays. places of interest: Close to the A2 and Canterbury, but still surrounded by Kent countryside, plenty of local walks. Handy access to Euro Tunnel and Dover port 20 minutes away.

UPPER FOWLE HALL FARM (CL94487) Willow Ln, Paddock Wood TN12 6PF Justin Warrior: 01892 832402 / 07703 039938 (bookings 9am-5pm) Email autobahnvw@hotmail.com cost: £16 plus EHU open: March-October access: 15 feet. Can take 30 ft plus units flat grass. directions: From Maidstone Rd head towards Paddock Wood, turn L into Lucks Lane at the bottom turn L into Green Street, then R into Willow Lane. facilities: Water, hard standing, Elsan tip, toilet facilities, dogs allowed. place of interest: Hop Farm Showground.

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Chris 07971 0839678, Anna 07917 850126 email fm.lawton@btinternet.com. www.hawesvilla@gmail.com cost: Two people with elec: £18, two people without elec: £13 (awning and pup tent included), members £2 discount. Additional adults £2, children 16 and under £1. Dogs free. open: All year access: Gate 6m. Road 6m directions: Leave M6 at junction 35 (Carnforth).

Turn right at rbt at the end of slip road onto A6 towards Milnthorpe and Kendal. After 2 miles turn left onto Nineteen Acre Lane, sign-posted Silverdale and Yealand Redmayne. At the T junction, turn right (Silverdale). After 1.5 miles turn right past Silverdale railway station on your right. After 0.5 miles turn right onto Moss Lane. Hawes Villa is on the left in 0.5 miles. Look for farm buildings. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins, dogs allowed, suitable for longer stays, 5 hardstandings. Disabled friendly. place of interest: Shops, pub, cycle hire, beach, pool, fishing.

LEICESTERSHIRE BREEDON PRIORY (CL94271) Ashby Road, Breedon-on-the-Hill, Derby DE73 8AZ. Mrs E Shields 07761 943969 (7am to 10pm) email clujeans@googlemail.com www.priorycaravans.wordpress.com gps: N52.801095 W1.405059 cost: £7 per night open: All year access: Road 18ft, gate 18ft, suitable for RVs directions: From J24 M1 south, past E.M. Airport.

Through traffic lights near Donington Park. Keep on this road, but do not turn towards A42 island. Head for Breedon-on-the-Hill. Through village, past War Memorial, turn right. From Flagstaff junc, Ashby A42 turn right at Tesco island; stay on main road into Breedon-on-the-Hill and turn left. facilities: Slightly sloping grass lands. Water, chemical disposal and toilets, rubbish collection system in place during busier periods, suitable for longer stays, disabled friendly.

LINCOLNSHIRE DURHAM OX (CL94497 ) Thimbleby, Horncastle LN9 5RB Kerry Stanforth 01501 527152 / 0786 737007 email durhamox@hotmail.com what3words: triangle.annotated.pickles cost: Not yet available, check with site. open: All year. Book through Pitch up. access: Max length: 7.5m directions: on B1190 off A158 120 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

facilities: Elsan tip, water, rubbish, hard standing , dogs allowed, EHU. place of interest: Many local attractions. Pub on site.

LAKESIDE FARM (CL94269) Station Road, Little Steeping, Spilsby PE23 5BQ Mr A Edwards 07932 784918 (8am-8pm) email relax@naturistholiday.co.uk This is a naturist only site please contact owner for details. Strictly bookings only. cost: From £22.50 per night, electric hook-ups £2.50 per night open: All year access: Road access 22ft. Suitable for RVs directions: From Spilsby B1195 turn right onto Mill Lane turn left onto main road. After 1 mile turn right onto Station Road after ½ mile look for farm buildings on the edge of a village. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, toilet and showers, flat pasture land, large nature reserve for wild birds/wildlife, sauna, hot tub and site shop in office. places of interest: Pub and shop 10 minutes walk away, beach 20 minutes drive, fishing nearby.

POPLAR FARM (Front Field) (CL944476) Crabtree Lane, Sutton-on-Sea, Lincs. LN12 2RS Rowan Matthews 07889 922831 (9am-5pm) email rowan.matthews14@gmail.com cost: £15 for members. £20 non-members. Stay 3 nights, get the 4th FREE! open: March-November access: Road and gate 4.5m. Max length 40ft directions: From A52 Huttoft Road in either direction turn labelled Crabtree Lane. Proceed down Crabtree Lane, past the Sutton on Sea Motorhome & Caravan site. Pass two access tracks to Crabtree Lodge and take the third track signposted Poplar Farm, Eat Craft Stay. 200m down drive, CL is on the immediate left track. Please reverse onto pitch. facilities: Fresh water tap, rubbish bins, dogs allowed and exercise area, chemical disposal point, disabled friendly and facilities accessible to wheelchair users. Suitable for 7 day stays. places of interest: Close to site arts & craft centre and tearooms (open 8am-5pm in summer season).

Footpaths to Sandilands Beach and the village. Bus Stop in village. RAF Heritage Sites.

SUNNYRIDGE (CL94200) Huttoft Road, Mumby, Alford LN13 9JR Ms J Morlini 01507 490274 email jean.morlini@btinternet.com cost: £12.50 inc electric open: All year access: 15ft 6ins. Not suitable for RVs directions: On A52 between Mumby to Huttoft, from Mumby on left, through wide silver gate by

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THE PADDOCK (CL94328) ADULTS ONLY SITE Willow Tree Farm, Brickyard Lane, Sutton-on-Sea, Mablethorpe LN12 2RN Mrs A Nash 07906 176808 (9am-6pm) email willowtreefarm@yahoo.co.uk what3words: sung.bristle.toads gps: N53.305886 E0.256690 cost: £20 (MCC members) £23 (non-members), incl. elec hook-up. open: Mid March-end October (subject to weather) access: Two access roads, 4m and 5m. directions: M6 south join M69 north join M1 north at the 1st junction. A46 north signpost Newark continues on the Lincoln bypass on to A158, Wragby/Horncastle onto Partney Island onto A1104 then onto A1111 signpost Sutton-on-Sea. Pass Lakeside Caravan Park, take 1st left onto Brickyard Lane, site is on the left. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, showers and toilets, disabled friendly, dogs allowed, exercise area, fishing, grass pitches. places of interest: Beach. Attractions in Mablethorpe and Skegness.

NORFOLK HYTTEN (CL94469) 21 Bullock Rd, Terrington, St Clement PE34 4PP Angela & David Allen 01553 828554 (9am-10pm). email toognang@btinternet.com cost: £12 per night open: All year access: Road 12ft. Tarmac Gate 12.6ft directions: From King’s Lynn A17 2nd turning on left onto Moat Road to small cross roads. Turn Left Bullock Rd. Second property. From Wisbech towards King’s Lynn. 2nd junction (slip road) onto dual carriageway. Turn left at top of slip road. Drive approx. 11/2 miles. Sharp righthand bend then small crossroads. Turn right Bullock Rd, second property. facilities: Water tap, rubbish bins, 5 hard standings.

Chemical disposal. Electric hook ups. Dogs allowed.

Disabled friendly. Suitable for 7 day stays. places of interest: Two pubs with food. Two shops.

Bakers, kebab, chinese/fish & chips. Garage sells fuel and Calor gas. Golf range & course (with food).

King’s Lynn & Wisbech 10 mins from site.

MILL COTTAGE (CL94419) ADULTS ONLY SITE Holt Road, Upper Sheringham NR26 8TN Sharon Hunt 01263 823695 or 07772 140183 (9am-8pm) email millcottagemcc@btinternet.com www.millcottagemcc.com gps: N52.923789 E.1.197118 cost: £22 per night inc electric, additional vehicles £6 per night open: All year access: 4m roadway, 4m access directions: On the A148 at junction with the A1082. facilities: Five level hardstanding pitches, views of countryside, cottage gardens, water, electric hookup, chemical and grey water disposal, rubbish and recycle point, disabled friendly, max 8m, no dogs.

Own sanitation essential (no toilet or shower block). places of interest: Sheringham 1 mile via woodland footpaths. Central location to explore North Norfolk Coast. Steam trains, national rail and buses at station approach Sheringham. Local National Trust properties. Blakeney and Cley nearby. Golf, fishing.

NORTHUMBERLAND BUDLE FARM (CL94329) Bamburgh NE69 7AJ Mr E R Anderson 07707 299430 (9am-7pm) cost: £15 + £5 electric hook-up open: All year access: Road 4m, gate 4m. RVs please phone directions: North/South. A1 Belford. Take coastal route B1340 heading for Bamburgh after 6kms at Bundle junction turn left down the lane towards Bundle cottages 100m. B1340 out of Bamburgh (coastal route) site 3kms on the right (north). facilities: Flat site. Water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins, suitable for longer stays, dogs allowed and somewhere to exercise them. places of interest: Within 100m of the golden sands of Bundle Bay. Coastal walks and water sports, 3km from village of Bamburgh and its castle, Farne Island trips 6km. On bus route, footpaths and bridleways run past the site, golf course 3km.

FONTBURN RESERVOIR (CL94445) Fontburn, Morpeth NE61 4PL 01669 621368 (8am-5pm) cost: £10 per night MCC members open: All year directions: From Rothbury take the B6342 for 7.5 miles. facilities: Toilets (incl. disabled), picnic tables, shop on site, free children’s play area (including zip wire), trout fishing and rod hire.

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road sign indicating a bend. facilities: 2.7 acres of flat pasture field with surrounding views. Quiet site visited by kestrels and owls. Water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins, well behaved dogs very welcome. places of interest: On bus route to Skegness (7 miles), Mablethorpe (4 miles), pub in Mumby, market town of Alford (2 miles).

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SHROPSHIRE GRINDLEY BROOK WHARF MILL HOUSE (CL94120) Grindley Brook Wharf, Whitchurch SY13 4QH Mr T Merrall 01948 664003 email t.merrall29@gmail.com Please note in the interest of peace and quiet the CL is for motorhomes and occupants, not for casual day visitors. gps: N52.981062 W2.709544 cost: £15 with electric, £13 without open: 28 March-26 October access: 45ft reducing to 13ft directions: From Whitchurch take A41N over outer ring road roundabout. SP Chester after approx 400yds turn left into drive marked Grindley Brook Wharf. facilities: Flat grass site alongside Llangollen canal, toilets, shower, chemical disposal.

Dogs allowed. places of interest: Fishing, local shop, pub, coffee shop, canal towpath, staircase locks, swimming, golf etc in Whitchurch 2 miles along towpath, good walks.

IVY HOUSE FARM (CL94196) Soudley, Cheswardine, Market Drayton TF9 2SE Mr & Mrs Rushton 01630 661336 or 07957 823713. email billr@uwclub.net gps: N52.857914 W2.405914 cost: £8 MCC members per night open: All year (subject to winter ground conditions) access: 10ft max to site field. directions: A529 Market Drayton-Newport Rd ½ mile after Four Alls pub turn left signposted Cheswardine, follow the road thru Cheswardine to Soudley, and turn left at chapel, sign-posted to Eccleshall, site 300 yds on the left. facilities: 1.6 acre field mainly level in natural countryside surrounded by trees and hedges, there may be sheep grazing. Suitable for longer stays.

No electric but possible in an emergency, walking, cycling and bridleways in the area. places of interest: Pub, shop, fishing (canal/resr) 15 mins walk. Market Drayton town. Golf 10 mins drive.

WHITCHURCH MARINA (CL94145) ABC Leisure Group, Wrexham Road, Whitchurch SY13 3AA Mr J Rouse (Marina Manager) 01948 662012 (9am-5pm) email abclg@whitchurchmarina.com gps: N52.967585 W2.708315 cost: £18 per night open: All year access: 3.5m. Suitable for RVs directions: On the A525 out of Whitchurch 124 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

west towards Wrexham. Site is 100 yds off the roundabout on the right. facilities: Flat grassed, canal site, water, toilets, shower, washing up facilities, chemical disposal, gas and small on site shop, recycling, dogs allowed on lead. places of interest: Walking, cycling and fishing, Whitchurch 1 mile, shops, supermarket, pubs, swimming pool and golf course, Shrewsbury, Wrexham and Chester are close by.

SOMERSET SHIPLATE FARM (CL94473) Shiplate Road, Bleadon, Weston Super Mare BS24 0NY. Adam Cole 07895 852162 (8am-8pm) email adam@shiplatefarmfishery.co.uk cost: £12-£15 open: All year directions: We are approximately 6 miles from M5 Junction 22 in Somerset. Follow the A370 towards Weston General Hospital, past Westland’s Helicopters Museum. At the hospital roundabout take the A371 Bridgewater Road towards Bleadon.

Turn onto Bleadon Road and follow to church in village, then turn into Shiplate Road. Keep going for a mile past Thatcher’s Orchard & Shiplate Farm Fishery is on your right. Look for fishing poster. facilities: Fresh water tap, rubbish bins, hardstanding, chemical disposal point, toilet facilities, disabled friendly and suitable for wheelchairs, dogs allowed, suitable for 7 days stay. places of interest: At foot of the Mendips, extremely popular for walking and outside activities, the site is the fishery where residents can buy a licence or book in advance to fish the four lakes. Nearby Weston-super-Mare is still very popular in the summer.

WESTON-SUPER-MARE AFC (CL94402) TEMPORARILY CLOSED. PHONE FOR UPDATE Winterstoke Road, Weston-Super-Mare BS24 9AA. Mr D A Usher 01934 621 618 (9am-10pm) email enquiries@wsmafc.co.uk cost: £15 open: All year access: Good with lockable gate. 14.6ft wide, vehicles up to 30ft directions: Leave the M5 at junction 21 and follow A370 into Weston. Follow the dual carriageway after the 3rd roundabout there are some DIY stores, keep left. At the 4th roundabout turn left

by McDonalds and go straight (2nd exit) at small roundabout go over a small railway bridge and the club house is on the right. facilities: Chemical disposal point, water, electric hook-ups, toilets/showers/washroom, rubbish bins, hard-standings, suitable for longer stays, dogs >>

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allowed and exercise area, disabled friendly. places of interest: Town centre 45 mins away, shops within walking distance, Lidl close by, sea front, use of club house.

STAFFORDSHIRE CANAL SIDE PARK (CL94427) Shay Lane, Shebdon ST20 0PU Mr Philip Evans 07482 452105 (9am-6pm) email canalsidepark@gmail.com gps: N52.831097 W2.360711 cost: £8 per night open: All year access: Road 41ft, entrance 22ft. Suitable for RVs (35ft) directions: A41 to Newport Staffs, turn onto A519 to Eccleshall, then first left onto Shay Lane. Three miles to Shebdon, canal side park on the right just before canal bridge. facilities: A flat grass area with three hardstandings. Water, rubbish bins, chemical disposal, toilet (no disabled facilities), wash room, dogs allowed with exercise area. places of interest: Bus route to Newport. An easy walk to pubs along the canal footpath (Shropshire Union Canal), Shropshire and Staffs borders.

SUFFOLK BURNT HOUSE FARM (CL94163) Wash Lane, Witnesham, Ipswich IP6 9JE Mr B Roots 01473 785730 pat.roots@btinternet.com gps: N52.114181 E1.200948 cost: £7 per night, £15 with electric hook up open: All year access: Road 14ft. Gate 14ft directions: Take B1077 north from Ipswich bypass, thru Westerfield to Witnesham. After Barley Mow pub turn right at crossroads into Wash Lane marked no thru road. At end of lane bear right marked Burnt House Farm. facilities: Quiet site. Mainly grass with 3 hardstanding pitches, rubbish and recycling bins, water, chemical disposal, grey water connections, dogs allowed. places of interest: Two local pubs serving food within 1 mile, Ipswich 6 miles, Felixstowe 15 miles, golf course with café open to non-members 2 miles.

GRANGE FARM LODGE (CL94442) Potash Lane, Wyverstone, Stowmarket IP14 4SL Gee Warner 07733 342577 (8am-9pm) email warner6795@gmail.com cost: MCC members: £17 pupn inc EHU. Nonmembers: £18 pupn inc EHU open: 1 April to 30 September access: Road 23ft, gate 121/2ft 126 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

directions: East bound leave A14 at junction 47

and take 2nd exit to Elmswell. West bound leave A14 at junction 49 Haughley. Full directions are on the Club website and 2018 Handbook. facilities: Fresh water, Elsan point, hook-up, toilets, showers (have steps to them), rubbish bins, wash room, hardstandings. Dogs allowed. Suitable for longer stays. Disabled friendly. Dog exercise area. places of interest: Local shops, public house, post office, food outlets, golf, fishing and local attractions.

TYNE & WEAR BELDY FARM (CL94350) Haggs Lane, Lamesley, Gateshead NE11 0HA Mrs M Straughan 01914 877556 or 07517 485391 (9am-8pm) gps: N54.913990 W1.624166 cost: £9 open: All year access: 4.7m. Suitable for RVs directions: From the A1 south, leave A1 slip road (sp Retail World) at the roundabout take the 4th exit (sp Lamesley, Kibblesworth) within ½ mile at roundabout by Lamesley church, turn right, the site is on the left in ½ mile, quad bike sign at gate. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, toilet, rubbish bins, hardstandings, dogs allowed and exercise area, disabled friendly, suitable for longer stays. places of interest: Sainsbury’s, post office. Outdoor pursuits on site. Newcastle city centre, Metro Centre. Beamish Hall. Coastal routes to Whitley Bay etc.

WARWICKSHIRE GREEN GATES (CL94462) Kings Lane, Snitterfield, Stratford on Avon CV37 0QA. Mark Andrews 0783 1195032 (9am-8pm) email markrace@hotmail.co.uk cost: £20 inc. electric, £25 for non-members open: All year access: Road 20ft, gate 24ft directions: (5 miles from jct.15 M40) Follow A46 towards Stratford on Avon, turn left onto Kings Lane (do not take right exit sign posted Snitterfield!) Signposted Snitterfield. Site ¼ mile on left. facilities: Fresh water tap, rubbish bins, 5x hardstandings, dogs allowed, exercise area, suitable for 7 day stay, chemical disposal, elec hook-up. places of interest: Within walking distance – shop (Calor Gas) local pub, bus stop into Stratford, local fishing lakes, golf club, cycle and walking path into Stratford, close to Warwick and Kenilworth Castles, Leamington Spa, 28 miles to NEC.

WILTSHIRE REJOYCE (CL94218) Flisteridge Road, Upper Minety, Malmesbury SN16 9PS. Mrs. Heidi Sear-Smith 07879 456178 (book before arriving) gps: N51.618079 W1.996407 cost: £13 p/night inc. electric open: 1 April-31 October access: Road 5m, entrance 4m. Suitable for RVs directions: Take the A429, north from Malmesbury or south from Cirencester. In Crudwell, at school, turn east for Eastcourt, continue towards Minety, site is on the right at the bottom of the hill, entry via right gate. From Cricklade, take B4040, 0.5 after White Horse, large white pub on left, turn right into Minety. Follow road 2 miles to Upper Minety, straight on into Flisteridge Road, after 400 yards site is on left.

facilities: 1.5 acres slightly sloping, five gravel hardstandings, water, toilet, showers, dogs allowed, exercise area, chemical disposal, rubbish bins.

Suitable for longer stays. Bus 800 yards. Local community shop 1.1 miles away. places of interest: Three pubs, shop and PO, taxi and garage nearby. Cirencester and Malmesbury, Cotswold Water Park.

WORCESTERSHIRE BRICKWALLS BARN (CL94451) Gilberts End, Hanley Castle WR8 0AS Lou Partridge 07887 556991 (9am-8pm) email nickloufarrier@ gmail.com cost: £17pupn members, £20 non-members. £5 EHU per night. open: All year access: Road 15ft, gate 12ft, not suitable for RVs directions: M50 junction. Follow A38 to Upton on Severn B4211 to Hanley Castle. Turn left into B4208 to Malvern Wells. 50m. Left into Gilberts End. 1 mile, site on left. facilities: Flat level grassland, water tap, Elsan point, electric hook-up, rubbish bins, dogs allowed, wash basin and toilet. Suitable for stays of 7 days. places of interest: Shop, Post Office, two pubs and food, gas and fishing lakes within 1 mile. The Upton Festival Three Counties Showground. Good walking area. Rally field available to book.

LOWER FIELD FARM (CL94490) Willersey Fields, Broadway WR11 7HF Gareth & Sue Atkinson 01386 858273 / 07599 111898 (bookings on landline 10am-9pm) email info@northcotswolds.site cost: TBC open: March-October access: 5m gate. Any size van. directions: From A46 take B4632 to Willersey. At bottom of main street take Badsey lane which is SP Willersey Industrial Estate go under railway bridge for ¾ mile & entrance is on R. facilities: Water; rubbish; dogs allowed; easy walk to village. Two pubs serving food. Broadway only 2.5miles; Evesham 5 miles.

MARLBROOK FARM (CL94454) ADULTS ONLY SITE Castlemorton Common, Welland WR13 6LE Mr Ian Coles 0811 801499 (8am-9pm) email liz@marlbrookfarm.com www.marlbrookfarm.com cost: MCC members £15 with elec. Non-members £17 with elec open: Easter-October access: Road 12ft. Gate 12ft directions: M5 to M50 follow A38 Worcester. >> Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 127

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KENILWORTH RFC (CL94300) Glasshouse Lane, Kenilworth CV8 2AJ Caroline Spence (Secretary) 07790 847162 or Paul Phillips (Bar Steward) 07735 270245 email camping@kenilworthrugby.co.uk www.kenilworthrugby.co.uk/information/ camping gps: N52.338250 W1.561136 what3words: alone. softly.stones cost: £10 pupn. No electric. Pay across the bar to Paul or put money in envelope and put in letterbox at LHS of building. open: All year except between 24 April-4 May access: Suitable for RVs. Please note there has been a height bar installed. Book by email and details will be sent re. access. directions: Take A452 off the A46 and head for Kenilworth Centre. At roundabout take 3rd exit onto Birches Lane. This leads onto Glasshouse Lane, the club is on the right hand side. At end of the drive turn right and keeping pitch on left, park behind the goalposts. facilities: Grass or hardcore. Water, chemical disposal, toilets and rubbish bins, suitable for longer stays, disabled friendly, but not all are accessible for wheelchairs, dogs allowed. Beer, wine in clubhouse.

Showers available, discuss with steward. places of interest: Walks, footpaths and cycle ways, Kenilworth Castle, town centre and shops about 1 mile, golf course ½ mile. Restrictions on big match days Saturday and Sunday (Sept to end of April).

All campers are welcome in the bar. 1st May-31st August is out of season. Opening times: Monday closed. Tuesday & Thursday 7pm-10pm (closed out of season). Weds & Friday 6pm-11 pm. Sat. 12noon-11pm (5pm-11pm out of season). Sunday 11am-4pm (Closed out of season.)

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Turn left to Upton upon Severn. After bridge turn left. On to A4104 until Welland. Turn left at junction. Go through Welland until Castlemorton Common. After 1/4 mile take right onto single tarmac track over brook. Sharp left bend. Take farm track. Site on left 3rd property. Double gates take first farm gate. facilities: Level cut grass field. Five hardstandings.

Electric hook-ups, fresh water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins, shower and toilet, dogs on leads. places of interest: Post Office, shop and pub in walking distance. Approx 2 miles from Three Counties Showground.

NEWLAND MEADOW (CL94346) Old Worcester Road, nr Malvern WR13 5AY Mr & Mrs W H Beck 07802 445863 (9am-10pm) cost: £25 pupn inc. EHU. £20 without EHU. 20% discount to MCC members. open: Closed November to March access: 12ft, suitable for RVs directions: From M5 junction 7 take A4440 for Malvern then onto A449 for approx 3 miles. Turn right at signpost for Leigh Sinton. Take 1st gate on the right into CL site after 30yds. (Sign on gate behind the hedge line). facilities: Electric hook-up, water, chemical disposal point, toilets, rubbish bins, hard standings, dogs allowed and exercise area, suitable for longer stays, two acre site. places of interest: Public house 300 yards. Bus route, buses to Worcester and Malvern every 15 mins. Three Counties Show Ground 4½ miles away, retail park, M&S, Morrisons etc. Malvern hills, footpaths and cycle paths.

REDBRICK BARN (CL94439) Birts St. Birtsmorton, Malvern WR13 6AW Trevor Mullan 01684 833067 (9am-9pm) email trevormullan@aol.com www.redbrickbarnmalvern.co.uk cost: £15 per night open: All year access: Road 25ft, gate 15ft directions: Turn into Birts St. from the B4208 at Combe Green. The site is halfway down on the left before The Farmer Arms pub. facilities: Fresh water tap, elsan point, electric hook up, rubbish bins, hard standing, dogs allowed, suitable for stays of 7 days. We do not have toilet or shower facilities on site. Milk and bread available.

Eggs when available. See website. places of interest: 3 min flat walk to historic traditional country pub with restaurant.

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ROSEVILLE FARM (CL94349) Castlemorton, nr Malvern WR13 6AA Mr S Howells 01684 833283 or 07766 417 680 (8am-8pm) gps: N52.033176 W2.322176 cost: £12 plus £3 electric open: All year access: Gate 15ft, RVs up to 30ft directions: From M5/M50 take A38 towards Worcester for approx 4 miles, then turn left to Upton upon Severn, cross bridge and turn left onto A4104. Continue until you reach Welland crossroads (Pheasant Inn on right) turn left onto B4208 continue on this road for approx. 3 miles, turn right at sign post for Golden Valley (no through road) take care this is on a sharp bend, bear right at Y junction, site on left approx 200yds. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins.

Suitable for longer stays, dogs allowed, exercise area, common/farmland. Eight hook-ups and three hardstandings. places of interest: Three Counties showground, shops at Welland, Eastnor Castle, Calor gas, Malvern hills, local pubs.

THE OLD ALLOTMENTS (CL94485) Hanley Road, Upton on Severn WR8 0PA Lee Spackman 07487 511156 (9am-5pm) email: leespackman@gmail.com cost: £17.50 pupn. £20 pupn with electric open: All year access: 4m directions: From the A38 take the A4104 to Upton on Severn after crossing bridge turn R at painted roundabout. Site is 1/4 mile on RHS. facilities: Water, Elsan, EHU, dogs allowed. Short walk to all shops, pubs, bus route at Upton. places of interest: Three Counties showground, Eastnor Castle, The Malvern Hills. Croom House & Park (N.T.). River Severn walks.

YORKSHIRE BONNIE BANKS (CL94440) ADULTS ONLY SITE 161 Coach Road, Sleights, Whitby YO22 5EN Mrs J. Cownden 01947 811364 (6.30am-7pm) or 07780 722061 cost: £10. No electric open: All year (subject to ground) access: 14ft, road max weight 3.5 tonnes. directions: Main A169 from Pickering, upon entering Sleights you will pass The Plough Inn on your left. Then signs for Grosmont and North York Moors Steam Railway. Driveway on the right opposite Grosmont Road end. facilities: Fresh water, Elsan point, rubbish bins.

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places of interest: Pub a few hundred yards up the road, fish and chip shop a couple of minutes walk. The village has a Spar shop, butchers, bakers, hairdressers and café. On the bus route and near North York Railway train station. Bus every half an hour. Public toilets opposite the site.

IVY COTTAGE (CL94463) ADULTS ONLY SITE Royal Oak, Filey YO14 9QE John & Carol Torring 01723 449578 or 07802 759280 (9am-9pm). email jtwwa@aol.com what3words: Volcano.claps.pats cost: £14 pupn (electricity metered) open: All year access: Road and gate 15ft. Max length 8m. No tag axles directions: On A165 Filey to Bridlington Road approx ¾ mile south of Filey turn right (heading south) or left (if heading north) by Jet Garage sign, then go north on Moore Road past The Royal Oak Pub (on your left), bear left in 100m. Behind the row of bungalows, the house and site are 70 metres on your left. facilities: Fresh water tap, rubbish bins, chemical disposal point, two hardstandings, dogs allowed on leads. Suitable for 7 day stays. places of interest: Pub and restaurant 180m, Spar shop and garage 500m, bus stop 100m, Filey and beaches 11/2 miles, Hunmanby historic village 11/2 miles, Bempton Cliffs and RSPB nature reserve 7 miles, Scarborough and Bridlington 7 miles, Yorkshire Wolds, Moors, Whitby within easy reach.

LILLING HALL FARM (CL94489) Moor Lane, Nr. Flaxton, York YO60 6RL Gary & Lynn Sanderson 07950 622402 / 07775 871325 (9am-5pm) cost: £28 with hook-up open: March-October access: 10 foot gate; 20ft. max length directions: A64 turn off to Flaxton drive through over train lines ¼ mile on turn right to Bulmer. Site on right. facilities: Water; rubbish; chemical disposal; shower; toilets. No dogs. places of interest: The Highwayman Pub in Sheriff Hutton. Castle Howard 3 miles, York 10 miles and Scarborough 22 miles.

SCALING DAM (CL94444) Scaling Fishing Lodge, Whitby Moor Road, Easington, Saltburn-by-Sea TS13 4TP 01287 644032 (8am-5pm) email christopher.hodgson@awl.co.uk cost: £10 per night. MCC members (no time limit) open: All year access: Road 12ft, gate 12ft, max length 5m.

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directions: Between Guisborogh and Whitby

directly off the A171.

facilities: Toilets, shop, trout fishing and rod hire,

picnic site, lake side location, lakeside walks. places of interest: Within 7 miles of Whitby and The North York Moors National Park.

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FERRY VIEW (CL94458) Gauze Cottage, Gills Bay, Canisbay, Wick Caithness KW1 4YB Mr Royston Brightman 07799 147146 email roystonbrightman@gmail.com cost: £25pupn with EHU, £20 without. Discount avaiable to MCC members open: All year access: Gate 7m, road 7m directions: Just off the A836 at Gills Bay, between Thurso and John O’Groats. facilities: Chemical and grey water disposal, three hardstanding with three electric hook-ups. Showers, toilets, fresh water tap, rubbish bins, dishwashing area, dogs allowed, exercise area. places of interest: Located on NC500. Approx 7 miles from John O’Groats. Less than 1 mile to car/passenger ferry to Orkney Islands. Located Between Wick and Thurso. Castle of Mey a short distance away.

DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY THE OLD MART (CL94484) Nithsdale View, Thornhill, DG3 5DX. Sharon Tait 07712 645636 shaztait13@gmail.com (Bookings 8am-9pm) cost: £10 PUPN open: All year directions: From A76 enter Thornhill and at cross in town centre turn into East Morton St. Continue past school and golf club and under the railway bridge turn left past the sandstone houses and entrance is on the left. facilities: Fresh water, hard standing, rubbish bins, EHU. Dogs allowed. places of interest: Thornhill village and Morton Castle 1 mile. Drumlanrig castle with walking and mountain bike trails 4 miles.

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Take A6137 signpost to Haddington, site on the right hand side. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins, electric hook-ups, toilets/showers/washroom, hardstandings. Suitable for longer stays. Dogs allowed and exercise area. New disabled wet room available. places of interest: Shop, post office, two hotels serving food. Nature reserve, house and estate, Motor Museum, Glenkinchie Distillery, museum of flight with Concorde, foot and cycle paths.

THE STEADING (CL94336) 8A the Steading, West Garelton, Haddington EH41 3SJ. Mr E Grey 01620 825160 (8am-10pm) email egrey@btinternet.com thesteadingcaravanpark.@gmail.com cost: £20, electric hook-ups £3 open: All year access: 20 feet. Suitable for RVs directions: From Edinburgh take the A1 south.

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On a bus route to local areas and Edinburgh city centre. Very slight sloping site, some hardstandings. places of interest: Pub 1 mile, shops, restaurants, takeaways and hotel all within 1 mile. Panoramic views of River Forth and the Fife coastline.

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hardstanding. Water, chemical disposal and rubbish bins. Dogs allowed. Disabled welcome but no special facilities. places of interest: Village 1½ miles, Falkland Palace 3 miles, Scottish Deer Centre 5 miles, cycle and footpaths into forest from site, Dundee, Perth and St Andrews about half an hour drive.

HIGHLANDS BLACK ISLE STUD (CL94472) Brachia House, Mount Eagle, Culbokie IV7 8GY Rebecca Richmond 07732 181264 (bookings 9am-5pm) open: All year access: Road 4m, gate 5.5m.

Motorhomes only. Max length 12m directions: A9 North by-passing Inverness at Longman R/A, take 2nd exit Kessock Bridge & stay on A9. Turn right onto B9169 signposted Culbokie & Cromarty. Turn right after leaving speed sign, playing field on right at corner. Passing a left, right, & left options coming into a clearing with Mount Eagle mast nearly directly ahead. Black Isle Stud is the last on the left. Sign at entrance saying Brachia House & Black Isle Stud. A9 South X Cromarty Bridge 3.5 miles. Turn left onto B9169 2.4 miles.

Then as above. facilities: Fresh water tap, rubbish bins, hard standing, chemical disposal (bio green fluid only), dogs allowed. Suitable for 7 day stay. places of interest: A peaceful and tranquil site, where wildlife abounds. Culbokie is walking distance. We are happy to collect fresh rolls from the shop and takeaways from the Culbokie Inn. NIGG FERRY HOTEL (CL94408) Nigg by Tain, Ross-Shire IV19 1QU Mr Norman Kimber 01862 851440 (10am-6pm) cost: Members £7 open: All year access: Gateway 12 feet. Suitable for RVs directions: A9 to Nigg roundabout take B9175 to Nigg Ferry for 7 miles. Entrance off small roundabout at end of road. facilities: Water, chemical disposal point, rubbish bins, dogs allowed and exercise area, flat site with hardstanding, suitable for long stays. places of interest: Dolphins can be viewed from site.

WW1 gun sites. Old castle. Overlooking beach.

THE CLINK (CL94204) Auchtermuchty, Cupar KY14 7HT Mr K Swan 01337 828497 email ksclink@gmail.com cost: Nightly rate is £12.50. EHU is priced by the meter with each unit costing 28p. (Note that this is the business rate we pay). Because of continual rising energy costs, this price may change. open: All year access: 12 feet. Suitable for RVs directions: Leave Auchtermuchy on B936 ISLE OF ARRAN signposted Newburgh and Perth. After 1 mile turn left signposted Glassarts. Bear left at fork in road.

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access: Entrance 12ft

directions: 20 minute drive from the car ferry in

Brodrick, over the String Road. Located on the island perimeter road. facilities: Fresh water tap, rubbish bins, hard standing, chemical disposal, electric hook-up, disable friendly, dogs allowed & exercise area.

Suitable for 7 day stays. places of interest: On bus route, walking distance of Kings Caves, Machie Standing Stones and driving distance of Machrie Golf Club, Cafe Tyme, Machrie Tearoom, villages of Blackwater Foot and Pirmill.

INVERNESS-SHIRE CROILA CROFT (CL94479) c/o Highland Horse Fun, Unit “a” Railway Station Industrial Estate, Ruthven Rd. Kingussie, Nr Aviemore Highland PH21 1AT Mr E. Ruaridh Ormiston 01540 670000 or 07831 338012. Email croilacroft@yahoo.com. cost: £10 for site or £5 just to use services open: All year access: Road 4m. Entrance 4m directions: Take Kingussie junc. From A9 drive through village High St. Through traffic lights to Duke of Gordon Hotel on your right & memorial gardens on the left. Take rd. on left sign posted for Insh. Ruthven barracks & railway station. After 100m turn right into station carpark at the stone fountain & the Silverfjord Hotel. Follow rd. through carpark & 150m to end of industrial estate & continue into High Hores Fun & Croila Croft. HHF is well signposted from High St. facilities: Fresh water tap, rubbish bins, hardstanding, dogs allowed on leads. Chemical disposal point, council run toilets & showers 400m away (daytime only) next to doctors’ surgery.

WALES ANGLESEY TY NEWYDD GREEN COTTAGE (CL94465) Llanfachraeth, Holyhead, Anglesey LL65 4DH Gareth & Nia Jones 01407 749166 or 07481 133522 (8am-8pm) email gwjones@btinternet.com gps: N53.317123 W4.52287 what3words: seriously.freedom.solution cost: £15 pupn. Showers available at £1 open: All year access: Gateway 13ft. Members area on right.

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directions: Follow A55 to Anglesey, Come off at

Junction 3. Turn right for “Valley” in Valley traffic lights, turn right onto A5025 for 3 miles to Llanfachraeth, in the middle of the village turn right by shop towards Llanddeusant for ½ mile. Site on left after “Frondeg Lodge” and Edern Terrace. facilities: Fresh water tap. Rubbish bins. 5 hard standings. Chemical disposal point. Toilet. Dogs allowed on lead. Suitable for 7 day stay. places of interest: On bus route. Pub/hotel in Llanfacaeth. Valley village 3.5 miles away with 2 pubs/hotels, 2 garages, shops, takeaways, Post Office and chemist. Holyhead Port & ferries 7 miles.

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CARMARTHENSHIRE BRYNHYFRYD FARM (CL94434) Talley Road, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA19 7HU. Eynon Price 07970 906489 (8am-8pm). email eynonplant@aol.com cost: £14, electric £4 per night open: All year access: 16ft, drive 19ft directions: Approach and access the site via the A48 Truck Road and turn off onto the C2117 (Nantyrhibo to Penybanc Cross Roads) then turn right onto C2118 to approach the site. Leave the site via the same route. (There shall at no time be any means of vehicular access to the site from the Farm via the B4302 road). facilities: Three electric hook-ups, fresh water tap, elsan point, rubbish bins, hard standing, dogs allowed on leads. Suitable for stays of 7 days. places of interest: Site within two miles of Llandeilo with a wide range of shops, garages etc.

Close to the National Botanical Gardens of Wales and Aberglasney Gardens.

THE SCOTCH PINE INN (CL94234) Mountain Road, Betws, Ammanford SA18 2PL Mr S Grimes 01269 592569 email gedda1@sky.com gps: N51.774661 W3.962109 cost: £7 per night. Electric £1 open: All year access: 3.86m, narrow road. RVs please phone directions: At the end of M4 take A483 to Ammanford take right turn to Glanammon, 1 mile from town centre turn by Royal Kitchen to Betws Mountain, site approx 1 mile. facilities: Level site with hardstandings, part of large field, surrounded by countryside. Pub serving food, shop 2 miles, river fishing, run by Club members. >>

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THE CENTRE (CL94422) Mwrog Street, Ruthin LL15 1LE Mr B Jones 01824 702885 or 07854 193432 (10am-5pm) email infor@thecentreruthin.co.uk cost: £10-£12 open: All year access: 15 feet directions: A494 Ruthin to Bala road, turn left into the town and join the A525 to Denbigh or south to Wrexham. Turning left out of the site will take you along the B5105 towards A5 Betws y Coed. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins, toilet facilities during the day. Disabled access, suitable for longer stays. No dogs. Bus stop nearby. places of interest: Ruthin historic town 10 minutes walk, Clwgdian Range-Hill walking, golf, tennis, bowls, football all on site.

A484 turn left 1st exit B4296 (Victoria Road) turn left B4295 (Dunvant Road) turn right down Broadmead, turn right down Broadacre then turn left then straight on for Rugby Club. facilities: Water, chemical disposal, toilet, washroom, showers, suitable for longer stays.

Hardstanding, rubbish bins and dogs allowed, disabled friendly, accessible for wheelchair users and disabled toilet. places of interest: Pub, shops, walks, golf course, cycle path adjacent to Mumbles and on the edge of the Gower Peninsula.

SWANSEA DUNVANT RFC (CL94322) Broadacre Rillay SA2 7RU Mr Paul Loughlin 07785 344095 gps: N51.619809 W4.033690 cost: £15 inc electric open: All year access: 4m. Suitable for RVs directions: M4 J47 at roundabout take 4th exit A483 to Swansea. Next roundabout 3rd exit

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NIGHT STOPS

Our Night Stops are a pleasant way to break up a journey. Sites suitable for a short stay, often hotels and pubs, and many run by our own members, so you will always get a warm welcome and good company. Just a quick courtesy telephone call is all they need to know when you will be arriving.

Please note that some nightstops may not be suitable for longer stays.

If you feel that a hotel or pub would like to join our Night Stops, ask them to get in touch by email to carolb@ themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk or download one of our application forms from the website, fill it in, send it to us and we will do the rest.

16 Hitchin Road, Meppershall, Shefford SG17 5JF. 01462 850853 (9am-10pm) GPS: N52.025185 W0.316429 COST: £10 OPEN: All year ACCESS: 15m. Suitable for RVs DIRECTIONS: Follow signs to Shefford A507 from J10 (A) 1M or J9 M1 exit to Hitchin A505.

The pub is on the roundabout A507 near Meppershall Village.

FACILITIES: Water, rubbish bins, dogs allowed, exercise area, access for wheelchairs to hotel for food and drink. Flat in places but rough pasture site.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Close to Luton airport, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Woburn Safari Park, Tescos, RAF Henlow, open country side and fishing.

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE BLACK HORSE PH (NS54400)

Aylesbury Road, Great Missenden HP16 9AX Mr Richard Bradley 01494 862537 (11am-12pm) GPS: N51.710127 W0.712538 COST: £10pn OPEN: All year ACCESS: 3.6m DIRECTIONS: M40 Beaconsfield then A413 Aylesbury Road for 15-20 minutes.

FACILITIES: Water, rubbish bins, toilet when pub is open, dogs allowed/exercise area, suitable for longer stays, hardstandings.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Great Missenden town with shops, cafes, church, train station, museum, restaurants, footpaths and cycle paths and the Chiltern Hills.

CAMBRIDGESHIRE THE SEVEN WIVES (NS54260)

Ramsey Road, St. Ives, Huntingdon PE27 5RF Mr T Herrick 01480 462180 (8am-11pm) tonylyn18@hotmail.co.uk GPS: N52.331900 W0.076274 COST: Overnight £5, overnight with electricity £15, overnight with electricity and water £20. Please note that hook up is via a lead with a max of two campervans.

OPEN: All year ACCESS: 15 foot. Suitable for RVs. DIRECTIONS: From A14 east or west take the A1096 into St Ives. Take the A1096 bypass Harrison Way to A123 turn left (west) along St. Audreys Lane to traffic lights, turn left, pub on right 140 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 2019

CORNWALL MOUSEHOLE CAMPING (NS54423)

Trungle Parc, Mousehole TR19 6XB Mr Tim Richardson 07470 920006 (8am-12pm) mouseholecamping@gmail.com COST: £30 with EHU in high season (April-mid Sept), £25 without. £20 flat rate low season OPEN: All year (please ring for availability) ACCESS: 6m DIRECTIONS: From Penzance head towards Newlyn. At crossroads go directly up hill. Continue up hill for appox 1 mile until T-junction. Turn left for approx half a mile and just before the church, turn right. The entrance is directly in front (200m).

FACILITIES: Water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins, hardstandings, shower, toilet facilities, electric hook-up, wash room, disabled friendly, disabled toilet, facilities accessible for wheelchair users, dog exercise area, suitable for stays of 7 days.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Mousehole harbour, St Michael’s Mount, the Minack theatre, Kings Arms pub (500m from site). Garage, shops, coastal walks south-west footpath and jubilee pool. (Pictures of site and local area on website).

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THE BRIDGE INN (NS54454) Whorlton, Barnard Castle DL12 8XD Michael Dawson 01833 316024 (9am to 9pm) COST: £0 OPEN: All year ACCESS: 9 metres DIRECTIONS: Access from A67 Darlington Road.

From A66 over Abbey or Winston bridge.

FACILITIES: Bins, hard standing , dogs allowed, toilet facilities not 24 hours.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Near to Bowes Musuem, Eggleston Abbey, Deepdale nature Reserve, High Force. Walks along river Tees.

CUMBRIA BLENKINSOPP CASTLE INN (NS54431)

Blenkinsopp Castle Park, Greenhead, Brampton CA8 7JS. Carol and Gary Stirling 01697 747757 (9am-11pm)

carolandgaryblenkinsopp@gmail.com £10 per night OPEN: All year ACCESS: Road 5-6m, gate 12m. Max length 7m.

DIRECTIONS: Just off the A69 to Blenkinsopp.

FACILITIES: Half acre car park, secluded with trees and grass sitting area. Fresh water tap, rubbish bins, hardstanding, toilet facilities, dogs allowed and exercise area, full disabled access and toilet.

No chemical waste point.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Blenkinsopp Castle, Hadrian’s Wall 1 mile, Roman Army Museum 1 mile, Pennine Way. COST:

DERBYSHIRE CARPENTERS ARMS (NS54420)

Moor Lane, Dale Abbey DE7 4PP John & Elizabeth Young 01159 325277 (10am-10pm) email j7presacanario@yahoo.co.uk or info@carpentersarmsdaleabbey.co.uk COST: £4 pupn or free if pub used OPEN: All year ACCESS: 14ft. Gate to field standard road width.

RVs please check DIRECTIONS: Travelling north M1 at junction 25 take A52 exit. At Sandiacre Interchange take 2nd exit onto Bostocks Lane, continue onto Rushy Lane, turn left onto Nomans Lane, turn right onto Potato Pit Lane, continue onto Woodpecker Hill which bends left and becomes Moor Lane, pub on right. M1 south take junction 25, take A52 exit at Sandiacre Interchange 5th exit onto Bostock Lane then as for northbound.

FACILTIES: Fresh water, rubbish bins, hardstanding, dogs allowed, chemical disposal point, electric hook up. Dog exercise area, disabled friendly, wheelchair users facilities. Toilets in pub.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Hermit’s Cave/Wood. Abbey ruins, tearooms, the Gateway Centre, the “unique church”.

DEVON THELBRIDGE CROSS INN (NS54311)

Thelbridge, Crediton EX17 4SQ Louise & Mark 01884 860316 (8:30am-11pm) admin@thelbridgexinn.co.uk www.thelbridgexinn.co.uk GPS: N50.894858 W3.721717 COST: £6.50. Electric hook-ups £4.50 OPEN: All year ACCESS: 40 feet. Suitable for RVs DIRECTIONS: From Crediton, on Mill Street (near Lords Meadow Trading Estate) turn up Blagdon Road. At the next mini roundabout take the 2nd exit up Jockey Hill. Continue for 9 miles. After passing thru Sandford, Kennerleigh and Black >> Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 141

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FACILITIES: Water, chemical disposal, toilets and hardstanding. Sewage and grey water can be emptied at back of toilet block free of charge.

Live music on Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Please note we do not do food.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Shop, post office, hairdresser, fish and chip shop at town centre ¾ mile. River Ouse and walks ½ mile.

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Dog, you arrive at the inn straight in front of you at Thelbridge Cross.

FACILITIES: Water, chemical disposal, hardstandings and rubbish bins. Disabled toilet in pub, dogs allowed (dogs welcome in specified areas inside the pub).

PLACES OF INTEREST: Traditional Country pub with en-suite guest bedrooms, good food, local ciders & real ales. ½ mile Two Moorsway, 7 miles Tarka Line, 11 miles Tiugrton Castle. Shop/post office 2 miles. Beach 45 minutes North or South.

GLOUCESTERSHIRE ELTON FARM (NS54268)

Littledean Road, Elton, Newnham GL14 1JU Mr P Radley 01452 760795 or 07768 182684 (9am-9pm) petercilla.elton@gmail.com COST: £5 per night OPEN: All year ACCESS: Road 50 ft, gate 20 ft. Suitable for RVs DIRECTIONS: From M5, J11 Gloucester A40 Rosson-Wye, A48 Chepstow A4151 Forest of Dean ½ mile on left. From M48 Old Severn Bridge, Chepstow A48 Gloucester A4151.

FACILITIES: Part of a large field. Water and chemical disposal.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Shop 2 miles, pub ¼ mile, golf course and carp lake maise, Wye Valley, puzzle wood, Gloucester Cathedral and the Cotswolds.

FOREST PITCHUP (NS54456) Brook Cottage, The Branch, Steam Mills, Gloucestershire GL17 9DB Vincent Edwards 07951 603338 (9am-6pm) COST: £18 pupn, £5 EHU OPEN: All year ACCESS: 4m DIRECTIONS: On A4136 between Monmouth & Gloucester take A4151. After 200m turn L next to Steam Mills Primary School into The Branch .

Follow road site at rear of Brook Cottage.

FACILITIES: Waste, bins, hard standing, dogs allowed, toilet facilities, EHU. PLACES OF INTEREST: Forest walks, all forest tourist spots. Bus stop on main road.

THE GLOUCESTER OLD SPOT (NS54306) Tewkesbury Road, Piffs Elm, Elmstone Hardwick, Cheltenham GL51 9SY Mr S Daws 01242 680321 (9.30am-11pm) eat@thegloucesteroldspot.co.uk GPS: N51.933246 W2.148814 COST: Eat in park free OPEN: All year ACCESS: Suitable for RVs DIRECTIONS: From the A38 at Coombe Hill take the A4019 towards Cheltenham. Pub is on the left.

FACILITIES: Water, rubbish bin, dogs allowed, toilet 142 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

facilities when pub is open. Disabled friendly, flat car park with grassy area.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Supermarket 1 mile away, fishing lake opposite, riding stables and canal close by.

Food available at pub lunch and dinner time.

Good shopping in Tewkesbury and Cheltenham.

GREATER MANCHESTER THE HAWTHORNS (NS54318) 365 Roundthorn Road, Oldham OL4 5LN Mr S Jackson 01612 139860 or 07948 204901 (10am-10pm) email jackos4@virginmedia.com COST: £12 (2 persons); extra adults £3; electric £3; children 12 and under and dogs free OPEN: All year ACCESS: 18 feet-16 feet and 15 feet.

Suitable for RVs DIRECTIONS: From M62 leave at J20 onto A627 Oldham carry on from slip road to roundabout take 2nd exit onto A627. At the next roundabout take 3rd exit A627. Keep on for approx 1½ mile to roundabout. Take 2nd major exit A62 Huddersfield Road, keep in right lane and turn right at first set of traffic lights into Cross Street. Carry on through traffic lights onto Glodwick for approx 400yds then turn left into Roundthorn Rd, site is approx 1/3 mile.

FACILITIES: Water, chemical disposal, toilet, washroom, showers, laundry, rubbish bins, suitable for longer stays and hardstandings.

Dogs allowed and exercise field.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Quiet location, footpaths/cycle ways, nature park 15 mins walk, Glodwick 5 mins walk, pub, town centre 1 mile.

HAMPSHIRE THE FLYING BULL (NS54404)

London Road, Rake GU33 7JB Len Woodhouse 01730 892285 (12am-6pm) info@theflyingbull.com GPS: N51.043997 W0.854445 COST: £5 OPEN: All year ACCESS: 2.5m DIRECTIONS: Exit the A3 (London to Portsmouth Road) sign posted Midhurst A272. At the 1st roundabout take the 1st exit left sign posted Rake, Liphook and Midhurst. Continue past the Midhurst turning on the London Road B2070 for appox 4 ½ miles. When you enter the village of Rake the pub is at the bottom of the hill on the left.

FACILITIES: Water, toilet when pub is open, rubbish bins, dogs allowed and exercise area, disabled friendly.

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THE THREE HORSESHOES (NS54429) Cakers Lane, East Worldham, Alton GU34 3AE 01420 83211 (2-3pm, 5.30-10.30pm) info@3horseshoesalton.co.uk GPS: N51.137371 W0.933783 COST: Eat in pub and park free OPEN: All year ACCESS: 20 feet roadway,15ft. Suitable for RVs DIRECTIONS: From Alton take the Bordon B3004 road. After about 1.7 miles you will come to East Worldham, we are on the right immediately as you enter the village. Turn into the rear car park.

FACILITIES: Water, toilet/washroom, rubbish bins.

Dogs allowed. Exercise area. Disabled toilet available in pub, hardstandings.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Shops 1.8 miles, two golf courses, station 1.5 miles. Plenty of walks, South Downs National Park.

HEREFORDSHIRE THE TARRINGTON ARMS (NS54288)

Ledbury Road, Tarrington HR1 4HX Mr T Jones 01432 890796 (12 noon-11pm) email thetarringtonarms@yahoo.co.uk GPS: N52.064689 W2.560395 COST: Free OPEN: All year ACCESS: 20 feet DIRECTIONS: Site is on A438 between Ledbury and Hereford and only 30 minutes from junction 2 of M50 south of Ledbury.

FACILITIES: Large car park and beer garden, disabled ramps available and wide door access, dogs allowed, refundable deposit for toilet key.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Hereford and the Malvern Hills close by, shops 3 miles, fishing lake 1½ miles, common and woodlands ½ mile, church ¼ mile.

HERTFORDSHIRE THE LAND OF LIBERTY (NS54449)

Long lane, Heronsgate, Rickmansworth WD3 5BS Manager 01923 282226 gill@landoflibertypub.com COST: £20 pupn (discounts available) OPEN: All year ACCESS: Good but 20ft max length.

DIRECTIONS: Close to M25 Junc 17.

FACILTIES: Water, Grey waste, no Elsan.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Close to Chorleywood Common, Harry Potter studio tour and tube station.

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THE RED COW (NS54440) 11 High Street, Chrishall, Royston SG8 8RN Amelie Grappe (General Manager) 01763 838792 (11am-9pm) email manager@theredcow.com or toby@theredcow.com COST: £15 OPEN: All year ACCESS: B road into overflow car park. Max length 10m DIRECTIONS: From Royston A505 turn right to Chrishall (Red Cow board in corner of field).

Follow road for 2.9 miles. Slight left onto Crawley End, left into Hog’s Lane, pub 100ft on left.

FACILITIES: Rubbish bins, hardstanding, dogs allowed.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Duxford Museum, shop on site, BP station 4 miles, 15 mins from Cambridge, Wimpole Estate – National Trust.

LANCASHIRE LANSDOWNE (NS54415)

Shore Road, Hesketh Bank, Preston PR4 6XP Mr & Mrs Tyson 01772 814075 (9am-6pm) email info@landsdownecamping.org.uk www.landsdownecamping.org.uk COST: Members £10 per night, £25 for 3 nights.

OPEN: All year ACCESS: 2x12 feet gates. Suitable for RVs DIRECTIONS: From Preston on M6 make for A59 at Tarleton. At Tarleton traffic lights follow sign post for Hesketh Bank. 2.5 miles through village turn left at end into Shore Road. Site on left in 2 miles. From Southport or Liverpool turn left at end of Marine Drive. Signs for Hesketh Bank. Site on right in 3 miles at Hundred End. FACILITIES: Water, chemical disposal point, rubbish bins, dogs allowed and exercise area, flat site with hardstanding, disabled friendly, suitable for long stays. Fishing lake (extra charge), also suitable for canoes. Some electric avaliable.

Children’s playground.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Fishing available on lake.

Southport resort 6 miles, bus stop 200m, shops, bank, fuel, chip shop etc at Hesketh Bank 2 miles.

THE PARK CLUB CLEVELEY (NS54439) West Drive, Cleveleys, FY5 2BJ Mr R Coles.01253 860399 (10am – 10pm) COST: £20 (Includes Club Membership) OPEN: All year ACCESS: 12ft road & gate. Max length 10m DIRECTIONS: M5 to Fleetwood Jnc.3. 585 to Cleveleys. B5412 to Cleveleys Ave. entrance Cleveleys Ave to West Drive. Carpark at end.

FACILITIES: Water tap, rubbish bins, hardstandings >>

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(5), dogs allowed, and exercise area, chemical disposal point, disabled facilities within club house. Suitable for 7 day stay.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Tramway to Blackpool, Fleetwood, Cleveleys town centre, beach front and shops.

LINCOLNSHIRE THE BLUEBELL INN (NS54299)

Cranesgate South, Whaplode St Catherine, nr Holbeach, Spalding PE12 6SN. Mr J Lusher 01406 540300 email a20koh@aol.com www.thebluebell.net GPS: N52.759714 W0.015423 COST: £6 pupn. Electric hook-up £4 per day.

Weekend bookings essential. Can come anytime but please telephone first. Check pub website for opening times. OPEN: All year, 7 days a week ACCESS: 20 feet. Suitable for RVs DIRECTIONS: A17 to Holbeach thru traffic lights to Holbeach St. Johns, travel for 3 miles to crossroads, turn right for Spalding, ½ mile on left 2nd turning.

FACILITIES: Water, chemical disposal, toilets, washrooms and disabled facilities open all the time, flat gravel carpark. Free shower, WiFi and washing up area.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Close to historic Spalding, Holbeach and Peterborough and approx 35 miles from North Norfolk Coast. Shops 3 miles, fishing 300m, three golf courses within 8 miles.

NORFOLK BANHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE (NS54405)

BCC, Kenninghall Road, Banham, Norwich NR16 2HB Manager 01953 888109 (9am-5pm) GPS: N52.448426 E1.035203 ACCESS: Gate 15 feet, road 16 feet OPEN: All year COST: £5, free if use bar DIRECTIONS: From A11 at Thetford take the A1066 to Diss then follow the signs to Banham Zoo. Pass the zoo on the right, the site is 250yds on the left. Attleborough: follow signs for Banham Zoo. FACILITIES: Water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins, dogs allowed and exercise area, hardstandings, disabled toilets in club when open.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Shops, post office, zoo, pub and take away, fish and chips, garden centre, mini supermarket all in the village.

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THE GREAT DANES COUNTRY INN (NS54302)

Old Hall Lane, Beachamwell, Swaffham PE37 8BG. Mr R Gransden 01366 328443.

Please telephone first. email cgransden@hotmail.com www.thegreatdanes.co.uk GPS: N52.617400 E0.587006 COST: Free if you use the inn. Electric hook-up £5 OPEN: All year ACCESS: 10 metres. Suitable for RVs DIRECTIONS: Between the A10 Downham Market and A47 Swaffham is the A1122. From A10 turn right to Swaffham through Fincham, RAF Marham on the left, turn right into Wight Road, over crossroads, take 2nd right into Chestnut Walk the Inn is on the left of the village green opposite the church.

FACILITIES: Flat gravel car park with usual pub facilities. Restaurant and toilets.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Village location, plenty of walks.

NORTHUMBERLAND

LANDAL KEILER WATERSIDE (NS54455) Keilder, Hexham NE48 1BT 01434 251000 (Bookings 9am-5pm) Email info@keilderwaterside.com WHAT3WORDS: briefing / stow / masses COST: £10 pupn OPEN: April-October ACCESS: Max. length 8m FACILITIES: Rubbish bins, hard standing/ toilets.

Disabled friendly. Café etc this is a lakeside park.

Off C 200 from Kielder village.

NORTH HUMBERSIDE THE SHIP INN (NS54241)

Cliff Road, Sewerby, Bridlington YO15 1EW Mr C Kilburn 01262 672374 (11am-11pm) email shipinnsewerby@aol.com GPS: N54.101628 W0.164443 COST: £25 per night and £15 to be spent in pub OPEN: All year ACCESS: Road 18 feet, gate 18 feet. Suitable for RVs DIRECTIONS: From the North A171 to Scarborough and A165 to Bridlington. From the South M18 to M62 to J37 A614 to Bridlington follow the signs for B1255 (Flamborough) turn right to Sewerby. Pub is off the main street.

FACILITIES: Pub serves real ales and quality food, on site shop and next to Sewerby Hall. Land train to Bridlington. View over Bridlington Bay. PLACES OF INTEREST: Farm shop, beach, cliff top walks, three golf courses, gym and sea fishing. >>

Are you driving illegally?

When did you last check your motorhome weight?

Ministry figures suggest up to 80% of motorhomes may be operating overloaded!

Drive an overloaded motorhome and you not only risk a fine, you also risk your insurance and the safety of you and your passengers!

When looking to buy your next motorhome, insist on an accurate, up-to-date weight ticket!

The brochure may state a MIRO or payload allowance, but these figures can be out by as much as 5% (average 125kg).

This is more likely to be against you than in your favour, so it is always recommended that you visit a weighbridge to check your vehicle’s weight.

Need to uprate to carry more payload?

If you think you might have a payload issue, we can help.

SvTech is able to increase/uprate the payload allowance on many makes and models.

Behind the scenes of every SvTech uprate, testing of a vehicle is carried out to create a ministry recognised test report, which is then use to cover subsequent uprates. This report and testing is vital in supporting an uprate, and is a legal requirement. Do not be fooled into thinking it’s just a paperwork exercise, as offered by others.

Reaching 70? Need to consider downrating?

SvTech can downrate your motorhome to 3500kg should you not pass, or wish to take, your medical. You must first weigh the motorhome to find out what payload you will have available at 3500kg. For further guidance on downrating please visit our website at www.svtech.co.uk/motor-home-downrates To promote road safety, SvTech designed a free-to-use, Load Distribution Analysis (LDA) program which helps the user to know their likely laden weight and how best to position their goods about the vehicle to avoid an axle overload. Please visit our website www.svtech.co.uk/lda to find out how you can stay safely within your vehicle limits.

For any questions regarding these matters, please contact 01772 621800 or email, webenquiries@svtech.co.uk

NIGHT STOPS

SUFFOLK THE BENNET ARMS (NS54443) 1 Kingshall Street, Rougham, Suffolk IP30 9LH Sally Bowers 01359 270356 or 07557417904 email sally.bowers47@gmail.com COST: £10 – redeemable if you buy food or drink.

OPEN: All year ACCESS: Road 21ft (6.4m) Gate 12ft (3.7m) DIRECTIONS: Heading east or west on the A14 exit 45 (Barton/Roughham Ind. Est.) turn right for 0.2 miles at junction turn left, for 0.7 miles turn left onto Church Lane for 0.6 miles then turn right onto New Road, pub in front of you.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Village Post Office. Countryside walks, paths, cycle routes, bus into busy historic town of Bury St Edmund’s 3.5 miles away.

Thetford forest 10 miles away.

TYNE AND WEAR ANGEL VIEW HOTEL (NS54445)

Low Eighton, Gateshead NE9 7UB Manager 01914 103219 or 0782418586 email reception@angelviewhotel.co.uk ACCESS: 9m. Max length 9m OPEN: All year COST: £5 or £10 with electric DIRECTIONS: Turn left at Durham Road into car park.

FACILITIES: Fresh water tap, rubbish bins, grey wastewater disposal. Electric hook-up. Hotel facilities when open, hotel not suitable for wheelchairs.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Angel of the North. Newcastle City Centre, Beamish Museum.

YORKSHIRE HEPTONSTALL BOWLING & SOCIAL CLUB

(NS54448) Acre Lane, Hebden Bridge HX7 7LT Mr. Jordon Taylor 01422 843149 Bookings: 07517 394389 between 10am-4 pm email heptonstallclub@live.co.uk COST: £10 pupn. The car park is open to public & club use during day. Do not park without permission. OPEN: All year.

ACCESS: Maximum length 4 metres.

DIRECTIONS: West on A 646 through Hebden Bridge to set of traffic lights. Continue on to turning circle and retrace back to traffic lights. Take L turn S/P Heptonstall proceed uphill keep L at top towards village. Just before entering village take L turn S/P “Car Park for Visitors” and keep to end.

East on A 646 turn L at traffic lights as above.

FACILITIES: Fresh water, hard standing, dogs allowed, toilets when club open. Disabled 148 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

toilet accessible when club open. At present no chemical disposal but could be at a later date so 2 day use advised.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Two pubs, PO and gen. store in village. On bus route to Hebden Bridge, walking, cycling and open countryside.

SOUTH MOOR FARM (NS54305) Dalby Forest Drive, Langdale End, Scarborough YO13 OLW Mr R W Walker 01751 460285 (9am-9pm) email rwwalker@onetel.com or lo@southmoorfarm.co.uk www.southmoorfarm.co.uk COST: £8, electric hook-up one only 13amp + Wi-Fi @ 5MHz and usb dongle available OPEN: April-October ACCESS: 12 feet. RVs please telephone DIRECTIONS: From Pickering follow A170 (Scarborough) to Thornton le Dale. Turn left after pedestrian crossing just before the Buck Inn. After 1¼ miles turn right into Dalby Forest.

At toll point tell operator that you are staying at South Moor Farm. We are 8 miles past toll point.

We are 1 mile from Jingleby, on the right hand side. From Hackness again follow Dalby Forest Drive signs thru Langdale End. We are 3.5 miles from Langdale End. FACILITIES: Water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins, toilet, washroom/shower in farm house, suitable for longer stays.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Walking, cycling, children’s activities, pubs, restaurants, cafe, tourist attractions. Dogs allowed.

SCOTLAND DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY CRAWICK MULTIVERSE TRUST (NS54451)

B740, Sanquhar DG4 6EG 01659 50242 10am-4pm (3pm Oct-Dec) bjohnson@crawickmultiverse.co.uk COST: £15 pupn OPEN: April-December ACCESS: Good. 8m max length DIRECTIONS: From A76 turn onto B740 take 3rd left signposted.

FACILTIES: Most except no Elsan, showers & EHU. Toilets when site office is open. Dogs allowed.

PLACES OF INTEREST: The trust is an art installation but the village has 3 pubs, bakers, cash machine and the oldest working Post Office in the world.

Main Street, Beattock, nr Moffatt DG10 9QX Hazel & Peter Dutton 01683 300134 (12-8pm) email peter.stables3@gmail.com COST: £10 or free if using the pub OPEN: All year ACCESS: Road 5m, gate 6.5m. Max length 10m.

DIRECTIONS: Leave junction 15 on M74 and travel 1/2 mile into centre of Beattock village. We are on the left going south. Or leave A701 into Beattock and go to the centre from north or south.

FACILITIES: Fresh water tap, rubbish bins, disabled friendly, wheelchair facilities during opening hours. Dogs allowed, exercise area.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Walking, cycling, national bus route stop, near local tourist town which has garage/shops and park.

HIGHLANDS BANNOCKBURN INN (NS54441) Stafford Street, Helmsdale, Sutherland KW8 6JY. Alison Scott 01431 821461 or 07546 422823 (Bookings 10am-10pm) email tartanlounge@aol.com COST: £3 per night OPEN: All year FACILTIES: Water, hard standing, toilet, dogs allowed. Some disabled facilities.

DIRECTIONS: Site is on the A9 over the bridge at Helmsdale. (NC500) opposite the Inn on right.

PLACES OF INTEREST: On bus route, short walk to shop & station. Walks, fishing, gold panning nearby.

WALES CARMARTHENSHIRE RAILWAY HOTEL (NS54278)

Nantgaredig SA32 7LQ Mrs Annaly Tyler 07854 290855 (11am-11pm) email delyn81@hotmail.co.uk GPS: N 51.865333 W 4.189104 COST: £5 OPEN: All year ACCESS: 10m gate. 12m roadway outside. RVs please telephone.

DIRECTIONS: From the M4 Pont Abraham roundabout take the A48 to Cross Hands.

At the next roundabout take the third left, still on the A48 towards the Botanic Gardens sign and turn left onto the B4310 to Nantgaredig. At the next junction turn right

onto the A4300, take the next left back onto the 4310. The pub is on the left entering the village.

Nantgaredig is on the A40 between Llandeilo and Carmarthen.

FACILITIES: Water, chemical disposal, rubbish bins, toilets, dogs allowed with exercise area, disabled friendly, flat site.

PLACES OF INTEREST: 3 miles botanic gardens, 5 miles from Aberglasney gardens, 10 miles to the seaside, 6 miles to Carmarthen.

CEREDIGION PENRHIWGALED ARMS (NS54251)

Cross Inn, Llandysul SA44 6LN Mr D Chisholm 01545 560238 (9am-6pm) email davechisholm@tiscali.co.uk GPS: N52.189864 W4.355584 COST: £5 OPEN: All year ACCESS: 6m. Not suitable for RVs DIRECTIONS: On A487 at Synod Inn take the A486 to Newquay. On entering Cross Inn the pub is on the left hand side.

FACILITIES: Water, chemical disposal, toilets, rubbish bins, hardstandings. Dogs allowed.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Shop 50m, post office 100m.

Close to Newquay and beaches, sailing regatta in August, music festival and fishing at Aberaeron, walks and coastal paths.

GLAMORGAN

CROFFT YR HAIDD (NS54452) Llantrisant, Pontyclun CF72 8LQ COST: £12 pupn OPEN: All year ACCESS: 3.1 m DIRECTIONS: from A470 exit at Pontypridd / Rhonda valleys taking A4056. At T/L/past Quikfit turn L onto High Street under railway bridge. Travel uphill into Penycoedcae and turn L into Tonyrefail Road at the Queens head Pub. Follow lane and on sharp bend turn L we are past the T junction on the RHS. FACILTIES: Bins, dogs allowed. Pub 1 mile, shops 3 miles, close to Royal Mint, Coal Mining Museum, Brecon Beacons.

PEMBROKESHIRE THE OLD SCHOOL HALL (NS54447)

Unit 13, Station Rd, Narbeth SA67 7DU 01834 860965 (9am-5pm) abi.marriott@planed.org.uk

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THE OLD STABLES INN (NS54437)

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£5 pupn All year ACCESS: Good DIRECTIONS: From M40 take A40 towards St. Clears then A478 for Narbeth town centre. Follow signs for swimming pool. FACILITIES: Hardstanding only.

No water or Elsan disposal.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Short walk to busy town. Good shops & cafes. Petrol station at end of road.

Next to swimming pool.

COST:

OPEN:

THE SEAVIEW HOTEL (NS54282)

Seafront, Fishguard SA65 9PL Mr K Lynch 01348 874282 (9am-9pm) GPS: N51.998550 W4.988878 COST: Free if you use hotel.

OPEN: All year.

ACCESS: 15 feet. Suitable for RVs. DIRECTIONS: From M4 take the A40 to Fishguard.

Located by the ferry terminal.

FACILITIES: Water, chemical disposal, toilet, hard standing and rubbish bins. Dogs allowed.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Beach, shops, pubs, restaurants and ferry terminal all within ½ mile.

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POWYS THE MILL LEISURE HOLIDAY COTTAGE & CAMPSITE (NS54442)

Manafon, Welshpool, Powys SY21 8BJ Tom & Pauline Bennett 01686 650278 email gmandtnlbennett@gmail.com OPEN: All year COST: £6 (honesty box) ACCESS: TBA DIRECTIONS: TBA FACILITIES: Fresh water tap, rubbish bins, chemical disposal point, grey wastewater disposal.

PLACES OF INTEREST: Llanfair Caereinion 4 miles away with pubs, post office, supermarkets. Llanfair Welshpool Stream railway, Montgomery Canal, Offa’s Dyke.

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MOTORHOME FRIENDLY PARKING The Club has compiled the following guide to motorhome-friendly car parks. Please tell us about any changes to existing parking or new parking you have found on your travels by calling 01684 311677 or email suep@ themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk Please be aware that some councils do not allow “camping” on their sites.

(Camping i.e. chairs, tables awnings etc outside of the motorhome.)

Please check car park signage upon arrival for any restrictions on time or weight etc.

Bristol Long Ashton Park & Ride - BS3 2HB (height barrier) A4 Bath Rd Park and Ride - BS4 5LR (height barrier) Bath Charlotte Street Car Park - BA1 2NB Riverside Coach Park - BA1 1UE Park & Ride Lansdown - BA1 9BJ (bays available for motorhomes) BEDFORDSHIRE Luton Birch Link - LU4 8HT (height barrier) Burr Street - LU2 0DD (height barrier) Chapel Viadust - LU1 2SE (height barrier) Power Court - LU1 3JJ (height barrier) Bedford Melbourne Street Car Park - MK42 9AN (No overnight parking) BERKSHIRE Reading Madejski Park & Ride - RG2 0FL (No bay markings) Windsor Alexandra Gardens Car Park - SL4 3HY (Overnight parking permitted with attendant’s permission) BUCKINGHAMSHIRE Burnham Neville Court Car Park - SL1 8BQ (Long bays) Milton Keynes Marlborough Gate Coach Park - MK9 3NJ Aylesbury Vale does not have specific motorhome parking, please call their parking officers on the number below and they will endeavor to help you wherever they can: 01296 585381 CAMBRIDGESHIRE Cambridge Trumpington Park & Ride - CB2 9FT (5 bays, out by 18:15) Chatteris Furrowfields Road Car Park - PE16 6DY Ely Forehill Car Park - CB7 4AF Fisherman’s Car Park - CB7 4AT Godmanchester Bridge Place Car Park - PE29 2AD (Park at bottom) March City Road Car Park - PE15 9LS (Lorry bays)

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Chester Boughton Heath Park & Ride - CH3 5QD (Motorhome bays) Little Roodee Car Park - CH1 1SL (overnight sleeping allowed) Macclesfield Duke Street Car Park - SK11 6UR Wimslow Broadway Meadow Car Park - SK9 1NB CLEVELAND Guisborough Fountain Street East Car Park - TS14 6PP Middlesborough Cannon Park Coach and Lorry Park - TS1 5JP Redcar Majuba Road Coach & Lorry Car Park - TS10 5BJ CORNWALL Read site notice before leaving these car parks for weight and time restrictions.

Bodmin Victoria Square Car Park - PL31 1EB Boscastle Cobweb Car Park - PL35 0HE Bude The Crescent Car Park - EX23 8LE Crooklets Car Park - EX23 8NF Penhalt Cliff Car Park - EX23 0DF Summerleaze Car Park - EX23 8HJ Widemouth Bay Car Park - EX23 0AW Wharf Car Park - EX23 8LG Camborne Rosewarne Extension Car Park - TR14 8BE Camelford Clease Car Park - PL32 9PH Falmouth Gyllyngvase Beach Car & Coach Park - TR11 4DP Fowey Main Car Park - PL23 1ET Hayle Gwithian Towans Car Park - TR27 5BT Saltings Reach Car Park - TR26 3DL Helston Fairground Car Park - TR13 0RA Helford Car Park - TR12 6JU Poldhu Cove Car Park - TR12 7JB Launceston Cattle Market Car Park - PL15 9BA Phoenix Leisure Centre Car Park - PL15 9DQ Liskeard Rapsons Car Park - PL14 4DH

Westbourne Car Park - PL14 6BW Looe Millpool Car Park - PL13 2AF Riverbank Car Park - PL13 1HN Kilminorth Woods Car Park - PL13 2AF Mevagissey Willow Car & Coach Park - PL26 6SB (Overnight parking allowed) Newquay Pentire Headland Car Park - TR7 1PF Tolcarne Road Car & Coach Park - TR7 2NQ Towan Headland Car Park - TR7 1HN Tregunnel Car Park - TR7 1QT Trenance Car Park - TR8 4BY Watergate Bay Car Park - TR8 4AD Padstow Constantine Bay Car Park - PL28 Link Road Car Park - PL28 8AY Porthcothan Bay Car Park - PL28 8LW Port Issac New Road Car Park - PL29 3SB Penzance Folly Field Car Park - TR17 0HB Marazion Station Car Park - TR17 0AA Harbour Car Park - TR18 2GB Wherrytown Car Park - TR18 4NP Porthcurno Car Park - TR19 6JX Polperro Polperro Car Park - PL13 2PL Redruth West End Car Park - TR15 3AD St Austell Polkyth Car Park - PL25 4DB St Ives Trenwith Car Park - TR26 1DD Tintagel Fore Street P&D Car Park - PL34 0DA Jeffrey’s Pit Car Park - PL34 0ET King Arthur’s Coach & Car Park - PL34 0DA (Overnight sleeping allowed) Mayfield Car Park - PL34 0DA (Overnight sleeping allowed) Sword in the Stone Car Park - PL34 0AA (Overnight sleeping allowed) Tintagel Visitors Centre Car Park - PL34 0AA Trebarwith Strand Car Park - PL34 0HB Torpoint Seaton Park Car Park - PL11 3JD Tregantle Car Park - PL11 3AL Truro Threemilestone, Langarth Park & Ride - TR3 6GJ (Motorhome area) Wadebridge New Polzeath Car Park - PL27 6UF Piggy Lane Car Park - PL27 7AP Polzeath Beach Car Park - PL27 6SS Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 153

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COUNTY DURHAM Darlington Chesnut Street Car Park - DL1 1QL (Overnight sleeping allowed) Hartlepool Maritime Avenue Car Park - TS24 0XZ (9 coach bays) Seaton Carew Seaton Carew Car & Coach Park - TS25 1DE (No bay markings) CUMBRIA Brockhole The Lake District Visitor Centre - LA23 1LJ Carlisle Devonshire Walk Car Park - CA3 8UL (Near castle. 16 coach and caravan bays) Coniston Coniston Village Car Park - LA21 8EH Coniston Boating Centre - LA21 8EW Grasmere Stock Lane Car Park - LA22 9SJ Hawkshead Hawkshead Car Park - LA22 0NT Keswick Lakeside Car Park - CA12 5DG Penrith Sandgate Car & Coach Park - CA11 7TP (6 coach bays) Ravenglass Ravenglass Car Park - CA18 1SQ Ullswater Glenridding Car Park - CA11 0PD Windemere Waterhead Car Park - LA22 0ES Workington Brow Top Car Park - CA14 2DP Central Station Car Park - CA14 3DG DERBYSHIRE Bakewell Agricultural Business Centre - DE45 1AQ (3 designated bays for use on non-livestock sales days. Limited alternative grassland parking on livestock sales days, Mondays and Thursdays weekly) Buxton Sylvan Park Coach Car Park - SK17 6BX Chesterfield Ashgate Road Car Park - S40 4AA Holywell Cross Car Park - S41 7SA Derby Abbey Street East Car Park - DE22 3SP 154 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

Cattle Market HGV Park - DE21 6EP Pride Park, Park & Ride - DE24 8AN Hope Valley Castleton Car & Coach Park - S33 8WN Edale Car & Coach Park - S33 7ZP Little Longstone Monsal Head Long Stay Car Park - DE45 1NJ (rear of Monsal Head Hotel) Matlock Bath Matlock Bath Station Car & Coach Park & Overspill Car Park - DE4 3NT (Use upper unmarked level only. Aadjacent to coach parking area. NOTE: Do not use coach parking spaces) DEVON Appledore Churchfields Car Park - EX19 1RL (Overnight sleeping allowed) Axminster West Street Car Park - EX13 (By Tesco) Barnstaple Barnstaple Park & Ride - EX32 9AX Seven Brethen Coach Park - EX31 2AP Beer Central Car Park - EX12 3EQ Bideford Riverbank (long stay) Car Park - EX39 2QS (Overnight sleeping allowed) Brixham Freshwater Car Park - TQ5 8BA Oxen Cove Car Park - TQ5 8AY Shoalstone Car Park - TQ5 9AH Dartmouth Dartmouth Park & Ride Car Park - TQ6 9LW Exeter Haven Banks Car Park - EX2 8DP (Large bays) Howell Road Car Park - EX4 4LZ (Use and pay for 2 bays) Magdalen Road Car Park - EX2 4SU (Use and pay for 2 bays) Magdalen Street Car Park - EX2 4HZ (Use and pay for 2 bays) Matford Park & Ride - EX2 8FD (10 large bays outside height barrier) Triangle Car Park - EX1 2BL (Use and pay for 2 bays) Exmouth Estuary Car Park - EX8 1DG The Esplanade - EX8 1BJ Queens Drive - EX8 2AY Holsworthy The Manor Car Park - EX22 6DJ (Overnight sleeping allowed) Honiton Lace Walk Car Park - EX14 1LT

Westward Ho! Westward Ho! (Main) Car Park - EX39 1LG (Overnight sleeping allowed) DORSET Beaminster Yarn Barton Car Park - DT8 3EQ Blandford Forum Langton Road Car Park - DT11 7EN Bournemouth Central Car Park - BH1 2HH (Large bays available) Kings Park Car, Coach & Lorry Park - BH7 7AF Winter Gardens Car Park - BH2 5AQ (Large bays available) Queens Road Coach & Car Park - BH2 6BE Bridport West Street Coach Park - DT6 3TP The Beach Car Park - DT2 9DG (Two motorhome bays) Charmouth Lower Sea Lane - DT6 6LR (Beach) Christchurch Bargates Car Park - BH23 1QL (Six long bays)

By Pass Car Park - BH23 1QD (for Town Centre) High Cliffe Castle - BH23 4LE High Cliffe Top - BH23 1J Leisure Centre Car Park - BH23 1HW (Eight long bays outside height barrier) Mayors Mead Car Park - BH23 1HU (Christchurch Quay) Mudeford Quay - BH23 4AB Pit Site Car Park - BH23 1PA (Four long bays) Priory Car Park - BH23 1BU Steamer Point - BH23 4TA (Three bays outside height barrier) Willow Way - BH23 1JJ (Three large vehicle bays) Dorchester Top O’Town Car Park - DT1 1XT (Use coach bays) Lyme Regis Charmouth Road Car Park - DT7 3DP (10 designated bays) Holmbush Car Park - DT7 3HX (Four designated bays) Monmouth Beach Car Park - DT7 3LE (Six designated bays) Poole Harbourside Park 1 & 2 - BH15 1UX Sandbanks Car Park - BH13 7QJ (Four motorhome bays) Portland Chesil Car Park - DT4 1NP Masonic Car Coach & Lorry Park - DT5 1AL Portland Bill Car Park - DT5 2JT Shaftsbury Longmead Car Park - SP7 8PX Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 155

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Ilfracombe Brookdale Car Park - EX34 8BD (Use coach/lorry bays) Ivybridge Leonards Road Car Park - PL21 0RU Lee Mill Services on A38 - PL21 9EE (overnight sleeping allowed) Hillsborough Car Park - EX34 9QG (Use coach/lorry bays) Kingsbridge Cattlemarket Car Park - TQ7 1HH Modbury Poundwell Meadow Over Flow Car Park - PL21 0QJ Okehampton Market Street Car Park - EX20 1WL Paignton Churchward Road - TQ3 3BA Clennon Valey Car Park- TQ4 5JR Colin Road Car Park - TQ3 2NR Preston Gardens - TQ3 2RA Plymouth Breton Side Bus Station PL4 (Overnight parking from 4pm) Seaton Harbour Road Car Park - EX12 2TB The Esplanade - EX12 2LN Shaldon The Ness Car Park - TQ14 0HP (Large bays at back) Slapton Memorial Car Park - TQ7 2PN South Molton South Molton Car & Lorry Park - EX36 4AR Tavistock Riverside Carpark - PL19 9AZ (dedicated parking for motorhomes) Teignbridge Any motorhome that is larger than a single space must pay for the spaces used. Contact the council on 01626 215859 for further details.

Torquay Brunswick Square Car Park - TQ1 4UT Chilcote Close Car Park - TQ1 4QT Hampton Avenue Car Park - TQ1 3LA Lower Union Lane Car Park - TQ2 5PN Lymington Road Car & Coach Park - TQ1 4BD Meadfoot Road Car Park - TQ1 2LH Princes Street Car Park - TQ1 3LW Walls Hill Car Park - TQ1 3LZ Watcombe Beach Road Car Park - TQ1 4S Torrington New Street Car Park - EX38 8BX (Large bays) Sydney House Car Park - EX38 8AA (Overnight sleeping allowed) Totnes Longmarch Car Park - TQ9 5AL

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Sherborne Culvershayes Car Park - DT9 3ND Swanage North Beach Car & Coach Park - BH19 1PL Main Beach Car & Coach Park - BH19 1AP Weymouth Heron Close Car Park - DT3 6SX Mount Pleasant Park and Ride - DT3 5HJ Wimborne Minster Allenview North Car, Coach & Bus Park - BH21 1AS EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE Bridlington Hilderthorpe Road Car & Coach Park - YO15 3HA EAST SUSSEX Bexhill De la Warr Parade - TN40 1NR Eastbourne Fishermans Green Car Park - BN22 7AA (Sea Front) Beachy Head Car Park - BN20 7YA Warren Hill Car Park - BN20 7TZ St Leonards Seaside Road - TN38 0AE Seaford Buckle Car Park- BN25 2QR

Southend-on-Sea Seaway Car & Coach Park - SS1 2AS (Park in coach/lorry bays) Walton-on-the-Naze Coronation Coach & Car Park - CO14 8PZ Station Yard Car Park - CO14 8DE The Naze Car Park - CO14 8LJ GLOUCESTERSHIRE Bourton-on the-Water Bourton Vale Coach & Car Park - GL54 2EP (Motorhome bays on left) Cheltenham Arle Court Park & Ride - GL51 6SY Cirencester Beeches Car Park - GL7 1BN (Park at end by grassed area) Cricklade Road Lorry Park - GL7 1NR Gloucester Westgate Coach and Car Park - GL1 2TU Stow on the Wold Maugersbury Road Car Park - GL54 1AQ Tewksbury Gloucester Road Car Park - GL20 5SW Spring Gardens Car Park - GL20 5LR Gander Lane - GL20 5PG (next door to Caravan Club Site) Winchcombe Back Lane Car & Coach Park - GL54 5PZ

EAST YORKSHIRE Hull Priory Park Park & Ride - HU4 7DY ESSEX Brightlingsea Oyster Tank Road - CO7 0DY (Unmarked bays. Gravel) Clacton on Sea Martello Coach & Car Park - CO15 1BN Colchester Brittania Car Park - CO2 7EF Highwoods Country Park - CO4 5JR Sheepen Road Lorry & Coach Park - CO3 3LE Victoria Esplanade Car Park - CO5 8BP Willoughby Car Park - CO5 8AU Jaywick Beach Road Car Park - CO16 8TB (Sea front and amusements) St Christophers Way Car Park - CO15 2HD (Sea front and local shops. Free) Maldon Promenade Park - CM9 5JQ (Do not use coach park) 156 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

HAMPSHIRE Andover Shephers Spring Lane - SP10 1QY (Two coach bays) Aldershot and Farnborough You can park your vehicle across two bays, end to end, as long as they do not exceed two bay lengths, plus one metre overhang at each end (12 metres in total length). The wheels of the vehicle or the vehicle and trailer must be within the marked bays. You will need to buy a ticket for each bay used – even if you are only partly using one bay. If you are towing a caravan or trailer, you must also display a ticket on each vehicle, including the towed vehicle.

Aldershot Parsons Barracks Car Park - GU11 1TW Farnborough Princes Mead Car Park - GU14 7LT Queensmead Car Park - GU14 7TE Farnborough Leisure Centre Car Park – GU14 7LD (customers only) Lymington Bath Road Amenity Car Park - SO41 3SE

HEREFORDSHIRE Hereford Merton Meadow Car Park - HR4 9HE (Check overnight sleeping still allowed) Leominster Broad Street Car Park - HR6 8DD (Check overnight sleeping still allowed) Ross-on-Wye Red Meadow Car Park - HR9 7DF HERTFORDSHIRE Cheshunt Newham Parade Car Park - EN8 9NU Waltham Cross High Street Car Park - EN8 7AN ISLE OF WIGHT Bonchurch Shore Road Car Park - PO38 1RN (No bay markings) Smugglers Haven Car Park - PO38 1QD (No bay markings) Brighstone Chilton Chine Car Park - PO38 4DD (No bay markings) Chale Blackgang Viewpoint Car Park - PO38 2JB (No bay markings) Blackgang Chine - PO38 2HN (Motorhome bays)

Whale Chine Car Park - PO38 2JE (No bay markings) Cowes Mornington Road Car Park - PO31 8BH Brunswick Road - PO31 7DF (Perimeter bays £6.60) Lake New Road - PO36 9PX (Occupy two bays £6.60 x2) Newport Coppins Bridge - PO30 2AQ (Coach bays £13 unlimited) Newport Harbour - PO30 2EB (Bays adjacent to cemetery £6.60) Seaclose Park - PO30 2QS (Bays in upper car park £6.60) Ryde Appleby Park Car Park - PO33 1ND Quay Road Car Park - PO33 2HH Brannon Way Car Park - PO33 4NU St Thomas Street - PO33 2DL (Perimeter bays £6.60) Victoria Street - PO33 2PU (Perimeter bays £4.60) Sandown Fore Street Coach and Heavy Goods Car Park PO36 8BA Yaverland Car Park - PO26 8QS (No bay markings) Seaview Pier Road - PO34 5EJ (Perimeter bays free) Seaview Duver - PO34 6BQ (Bays facing sea £6.60) Shanklin Atherley Road Car Park - PO37 7AU Spa Car & Coach Park - PO37 6BG Vernon Meadow - PO37 6BQ (Coach bays £13) Winchester House Car Park - PO37 6HS (No bay markings) St Helens St Helens Duver - PO33 1XZ (Gravel car park £6.60) Ventnor Dudley Road Car Park - PO38 1ER Eastern Esplanade - PO38 (One hour Ecehelon bays £6.60) La Falaise - PO38 1JY (Grassed overflow car park £6.60) Wheelers Bay Car Park - PO38 1HU Wootton Brannon Way - PO33 4NX (Perimeter bays free) Wroxall St Martins Road - PO38 3BJ (Perimeter bays free) Yarmouth Bouldnor Viewpoint - PO41 0RA (Unlined car park, free) River Road Car Park - PO41 0RA

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Barfields Road Car Park - SO41 9BL (Large spaces outside car park) St Thomas Street Car Park - SO41 9ND Lyndhurst Lyndhurst Car Park - SO43 7BE (Back of Long stay car park) Malthouse Lane Car Park - PO16 0EA (Three longer bays for motorhomes) Milford on Sea Hordle Cliff Amenity Car Park - SO41 0NW Hurst Road East Amenity Car Park - SO41 0PY Paddys Gap Amenity Car Park - SO41 0NS Taddiford Gap Car Park - SO41 0LJ Ringwood Furlong Norht Car Park - BH24 1AT Southampton Harbour Parade Car Park - SO15 1BA (One large bay, otherwise pay for bays occupied where wheels overhang. Max of two spaces) Winchester St Catherine’s Park & Ride - SO23 9NP (10 motorhome bays) Worthy Lane Coach Park - SO23 7AB

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KENT Ashford Car parks have a weight limit of 3,500kg Bexleyheath Oaklands Park Car Park - DA6 7EL Canterbury New Dover Road - CT1 3EJ (20 bays Park & Ride with fresh and waste water facilites. 48 hours maximum stay) Canterbury Coach Park - CT1 1BD (10 motorhome bays) Dover Maison Dieu Car Park - CT16 1RL Russell Street Car Park - CT16 1PX Motorhome parking in the Dover District is available in all car parks providing the motorhome does not exceed the maximum length of a single parking bay. If the motorhome exceeds this, parking is available at the above car parks only, where you can occupy two bays but must display two current pay and display tickets. Motorhomes must not park in bays designated for other users.

Herne Bay Neptune Carpark - CT6 5JG (six motorhome spaces) Maidstone Sittingbourne Road Car Park - ME14 5ES (Five designated bays) Lockmeadow Car Park - ME16 8RG (By Odeon Cinema. Four designated bays) Tunbridge Wells Linden Park Road Coach Park - TN2 5Q Welling Nags Head Lane Car Park - DA16 1QW LANCASHIRE Blackpool Motorhomes are allowed to park (coach bays) in the following car parks Foxhall Village - FY1 6JX Glnn Square - FY1 2JR Lytham Road - CP FY4 1HT South CP - FY1 6BF A 12 hour fee of £10 is payable (2020). Sleeping only allowed, no tables/chairs etc.

Chorley Fleet Street Car Park - PR7 2EZ (8 coach bays) Must purchase a parking ticket Fleetwood Central Car Park - FY7 6QE Overnight parking up to three nights, payment by Ringgo. Council to trial this from September 2017.

Details on the council website, please check for up to date information.

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Garstang Windsor Road Car Park - PR3 1ED Knott End-on-Sea Quail Holme Road Car Park - FY6 0BT (Free) Lytham St Annes, Flyde St Annes Swimming Pool Car Park - FY8 1SW (Overnight parking allowed at £5 per night, max 3 nights) Morecambe Breakwater Car Park - LA3 1DN Festival Market (The Old Station) - LA4 4DW Marine Road - LA4 5AA Poulton-Le-Flyde Hardhorn Road Car Park - FY6 7SR (Pay for bays occupied) Preston Hill Street Car Park - PR1 2BB Rimmer House, Bamber Briadge - PR5 6YR (Near M61/M65. Full facility stopover) Rochdale (Littleborough) Hollingworth Lake Country Park Car Park OL15 0AQ Thornton-Cleveleys Derby Road West Car Park - FY5 1DE North Promenade Car Park - FY5 1DB (Max stay 2 hours) LEICESTERSHIRE Rutland Kilburn Road Coach Park - LE15 6QL LINCOLNSHIRE Boston St Johns Road Coach & Lorry Park - PE21 6BN Chapel St Leonard Well Vale Drive - PE24 5SE (Use coach bays) Lincoln Tentercroft Street Car Park - LN5 7DB (Several bays at its east end which back onto a large grass verge, allowing the rear overhang of longer vehicles to be out over the grass, with the front of the vehicle within the bay. If your vehicle is too long, you may park in two bays end-to-end, but you must purchase a ticket for each bay).

The Lawn Car Park - LN1 3BU (Access for motorhome users, with bays backing onto grass for longer vehicles to reverse into).

Mablethorpe Seacroft Car Park - LN12 2DT (Motorhome parking facility) Scunthorpe High Street East Car Park - DN15 6UH Skegness North End - (Large motorhome parking facility)

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Princes Parade Car Park - PE25 3HR (Six motohome bays) Richmond Drive Car Park - PE25 3PG (Use coach bays) Sleaford Eastgate Car Park - NG34 7DT (Coach park) Sutton on Sea Broadway Car Park - LN12 2FH (Grass, no markings) MERSEYSIDE Southport Marine Drive - PR8 1SQ (Beach) Pleasureland Car Park - PR8 1RX (Overnight sleeping allowed) The Esplanade - PR8 1RR (Park & Ride) NORFOLK Cromer Runton Road Car Park - NR27 9AU (No bay markings) East Runton Beach Road Car Park - NR27 9PA (No bay markings) Great Yarmouth Sandown Road Coach & Lorry Car Park - NR30 1EX Happisburgh Cart Gap Car Park - NR12 0QL (No bay markings) Hunstanton Coach Park Car Park - PE36 5AR Overstrand Pauls Lane Car Park - NR27 0PE (No bay markings) Sea Palling Clink Road Car Park - NR12 0UL (No bay markings) Weybourne Beach Road - NR25 7SR (No bay markings) NORTH YORKSHIRE York Foss Islands Road Car Park - YO31 7UL NORTHUMBERLAND Alnwick Greenwell Road Car Park - NE66 1HB (Four motorhome bays) Bamburgh Links Road Car Park - NE69 7AX (No bay markings) Berwick Upon Tweed Castlegate Long Stay - TD15 1DR (Over flow area at rear) Spittal Point Car Park, Standstell Road - TD15 160 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

(Go past car park with height barrier) Blyth Ranch Links Car Park - NE24 3PL Hexham Wentworth Car Park - NE46 3PJ (Very large car park, can use two bays, purchase two tickets) Holy Island Chare Ends Car Park - TD15 2SE (No bay markings) Seahouses Station Yard Car Park - NE68 7SN (Overflow area at rear) Seaton Sluice Fountain Head Car Park - NE26 (Off roundabout. No bay markings) Country Parks Bolam Lake Country Park, Belsay - NE20 0HE Plessey Woods, Cramlington - NE22 6HZ Druridge Bay, Morpeth - NE61 5BX Tyne Green, Hexham - NE46 3SG Tyne Riverside, Newburn - NE15 8ND NOTTINGHAMSHIRE Newark Lorry Park - NG24 1BY Retford Chancery Lane (North & South) Central DN22 6EU Churchgate Central - DN27 6PA Worksop Farr Park Central - S80 1LJ Newgate Street West Central - S80 2AH OXFORDSHIRE Abingdon Rye Farm Commercial Car Park - OX14 3NN (Overnight sleeping allowed) Oxford Oxpens Car & Coach Park - OX1 1RQ Redbridge Park and Ride - OX1 4XN (16 motorhome bays in dedicated area. May need to ask attendant to open barrier. Entrance next to the kitchen and bathroom showroom, not via main entrance.)

Water Eaton Park and Ride - OX2 8HA (Reserved area. See member of staff to open barrier) Wallingford Riverside Car Park - OX10 8EB SHROPSHIRE Can use coach and lorry parks (No blue badge concession)

SOMERSET Burnham-on-Sea Pier Street (South) - TA8 1BU (15 designated motorhome bays) Cheddar Cliff Street - BS27 3PS (Nine long vehicle bays) Clevedon Salthouse Fields - BS21 7TU (Motorhome bays) Uphill Clifton Sands Beach Parking, Links Road Weston-Super-Mare (Check all signage for height restrictions etc) Lock Road Car Park - BS23 3DE (Use coach or lorry bays) Melrose Car Park - BS23 2BE (Two large bays at rear) Marine Parade Sea Front - BS23 1BE Royal Sands Beach Parking - BS23 4NH SOUTH YORKSHIRE Rotherham Drummond Street Car Park - S65 1EZ STAFFORDSHIRE Burslem Chapel Lane Car Park - ST6 2AB Hanley - City Centre (Three-hour limit or height restriction on all) Broad Street Park & Ride Car Park - ST1 4EU Hope Street Car Park - ST1 5BT St Ann Street Car Park - ST1 2NU Longton Commerce Street Car Park - ST3 1TU Stoke Hide Street Car Park - ST4 1NF

SUFFOLK Aldeburgh Slaughden Quay - IP15 5DE Thorpe Road - IP15 1BH Bury St Edmunds Ram Meadow Car Park - IP33 1XP (Five dedicated bays. Overnight sleeping allowed) East Bergholt The Red Lion - CO7 6TB Felixstowe Clifflands - IP11 9SA Crescent Road - IP11 7BX Dock Viewing Area - IP11 3TW Landguard (Manor Terrace) - IP11 2EL Ranelagh Road - IP11 7ET Framlingham The Elms - IP13 9EH Lavenham The Cock Inn - CO10 9QT Leiston Valley Road - IP16 4AQ High Street - IP16 4BX Sizewell Road - IP16 4AD Sizewell Sizewell Beach - IP16 4UH Sudbury Station Road Lorry Car Park - CO10 2SU (Lorry park at end of car park) Sutton Sutton Heath Woodland Parking - IP12 3TA Thorpeness Thorpeness Beach & Car Park - IP16 4NR Woodbridge Station Road - IP12 4AU (Larger spaces to rear of swimming pool) The Avenue - IP12 4BA SURREY Guildford Artington Park and Ride - GU3 1LP (Use of coach bay by prior arrangement) Guildford Park Car Park - GU2 7NA (Use two bays) Onslow Park & Ride - GU2 7AD (Adult day return to Guildford £2.50) TYNE & WEAR North Shields The Parks Car Park - NE29 6TL Tynemouth Blue Reef Car Park - NE30 4DG Whitley Bay Brierdene Car Park - NE26 4NF Waves Car Park - NE26 1TQ Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 161

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Bridgenorth Innage Lane HGV & Coach Park - WV16 4HJ Severn Street HGV & Coach Park - WV15 6BP Church Stretton Crossways HGV & Coach Park - SY6 6PQ Ludlow Smithfield HGV & Coach Park - SY8 1RZ Oswestry Oswald Road HGV & Coach Park - SY11 1RE Prees Prees Heath HGV & Coach Park - SY13 2AF Shifnal Aston Street HGV & Coach Park - TF11 8DW Shrewsbury Abbey Foregate HGV & Coach Park - SY2 6AE Frankwell Main Coach Car Park - SY3 8HQ

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WARWICKSHIRE Stratford Parking Leisure - CV37 6YR (overnight parking, no camping) Riverside Car Park - CV37 6YY Warwick St Mary’s Area 2 Car Park - CV34 6JP (Next to Racecourse) St Mary’s Area 3 Car Park - CV34 6HN St Mary’s Area 4 Car Park - CV34 4UX WEST MIDLANDS Birmingham Brewery Street Coach & Lorry Park - B6 4JB National Indoor Arena North Car Park National Indoor Arena South Car Park (Overnight arranged with NIA on 0121 200 2000) Walsall Mountrath Street Car Park - WS1 3LY Willenhall The Wakes Ground Car & Lorry Park - WV13 2ER (Overnight sleeping allowed) WEST YORKSHIRE Huddersfield Brook Street Car Park - HD1 1RY Albion Street Roof Car Park - HD1 2NW Oldgate Car Park - HD1 6HQ Sports Centre Car Park - HD1 1QX Civic Centre Car Park - HD1 2NW WILTSHIRE Chippenham Sadlers Mead Car Park - SN15 (Large bays available) Devizes Station Road Car Park - SN10 (11 large bays) Salisbury Central Long Stay Car Park, Mill Stream Approach - SP1 3SL WORCESTERSHIRE Malvern Priory Road South Car Park - WR14 3DS Malvern Hills Parking Blackhill Car Park Pay and Display - WR13 6DW (Grid SO 76580 40652) British Camp Car Park Pay and Display WR13 6DW (Grid SO 76290 40389. Unsuitable for larger motorhomes) Gardiners Quarry Car Park Pay and Display 162 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

WR13 6DN (Grid SO 76627 42097) Swinyard Car Park Pay and Display - WR13 6BX (Grid SO 76630 38131) Upton upon Severn Hanley Road Car Park - WR8 0HY Worcester Croft Road Car Park - WR1 3NZ (Four large bays) NORTHERN IRELAND CO ANTRIM Ballymena Broughshane Motorhome Service Point, Huston’s Mill, Ballymena Belfast Dundonald Touring Caravan Park opens as an Aire in winter (Nov to mid March) at £8 per day, including water, electric and showers. Keys to be collected between 9am-11.30am daily. 22 pitches.

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ABERDEENSHIRE Cruden Bay Port Errol Harbour - AB42 0HF (Overnight sleeping allowed) Inverurie Bennachie Centre - AB51 5HX (Motorhome bays) ARGYLL & BUTE Inveraray Pay & Display Car Park - PA32 8UB (Six bays) Inveruglus Loch Lomond Visitors Centre - G83 7DP AYRESHIRE Irvine Harbourside Car Park - KA12 8PP Largs Largs Marina Car Park - KA30 8EZ Saltcoats Union Street Car Park - KA21 5LL Stevenston Stevenston Beach Car Park - KA20 3LZ DUMFRIES Gretna Green Old Blacksmiths Shop Visitors Centre - DG16 5EA (Motorhome area) EDINBURGH Musselburgh Wallyford Park & Ride - EH21 8JX Newbridge Ingliston Park & Ride - EH28 8LS (Large bays) GLASGOW Glasgow Bunhouse Car Park - G3 8DP Cathedral Car Park - G4 0RD High Street Car Park - G4 0UW (Entrance by train station) King Street Car Park - G1 5RB HIGHLANDS Caithness Duncansby Head - KW1 4YR (4 coach bays) Dunnet Bay Car Park - KW14 8XD Dunnet Head Car Park - KW14 8XS (No bay markings) John O’Groats - KW1 4YR (Motorhome bays)

Thurso Riverside Car & Lorry Park - KW14 8BU Fort William West End Car Park - PH33 6ED Glen Nevis Visitor Centre Car Park - PH33 6ST Inverness Bight Road Car Park - IV3 5TH (On River Ness) Nairn Marine Road Parking - IV12 4EA Newtonmore Ralia Cafe & Picnic Area - PH20 1BD (Off A9) Ullapool Latheron Car Park - IV26 2XB Ross & Cromarty North Kessock Car Park - KW14 3UB (Off A9) Dingwell Central Car Park - IV15 9LD SCOTTISH BORDERS Harwick Common Haugh Car Park - TD9 7AH (Motorhome sleeping allowed Easter til end September, EXCEPT Fridays) MORAY Elgin Lossie Green Car Park - IV30 1RJ (13 lorry bays) Keith Lorry Park - AB55 5JY (No bay markings) PERTH & KINROSS Aberfeldy Moness Terrance Car Park - PH15 2AD Perth Broxden Park & Ride - PH2 0PX South Inch Car Park - PH2 8HX Pitlochry Atholl Road Car Park - PH16 5DH (Four motorhome bays) Bridge Car Park - PH16 5LE SOUTH LANARKSHIRE Biggar Biggar High Street Car Park - ML12 6DA STIRLINGSHIRE Bo’Ness Seaview Place - EH51 0AJ Falkirk Meeks Road Car Park - FK2 7ES (Park in bays with no markings) Falkirk Wheel Car Park - FK1 4RS Three Bridges Park & Ride - FK1 4AD Larbert Foundry Loan (East) - FK5 4AW Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 165

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WALES ANGLESEY Amlwch Bull Bay Road Car Park - LL68 9RY Salem Street Car Park - LL68 9BT Beaumaris Beaumaris Castle Coach Park - LL58 8RA Benllech Bay View Road Car Park - LL74 8TT Trearddur Bay Lon Isalt Road Car Park - LL65 2UN CEREDIGION Cardigan Quay Street Car Park - SA43 1HP CONWY Aberaeron Beach Parade Car Park - SA46 0BE Lower Regent Street Car Park - SA46 0HZ Conwy Morfa Bach Car Park - LL32 8FZ (5 bays. Below castle) Lampeter Rookery Car Park - SA48 7BU (Larger bays available) Llundudno Maelgwyn Road Car Park - LL30 2YN (no bay markings) GOWER Swansea Rhossili next door to Worms Head Hotel - SA3 1PP (Open all week, £5 a day to motorhomes) GWENT Caerleon Coldbath Road Car & Coach Park - NP18 1NF GWYNEDD Bala The Green Car Park - LL23 7NH MID GLAMORGAN Caerphilly Crescent Road Car Park - CF83 1XY Machen Crescent Car Park - CF83 8PH Risca Raglan Street Car Park - NP11 7AA

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MONMOUTHSHIRE Abergavenny Fairfield Car Park - NP7 5SP Chepstow Castle Dell Car Park - NP16 5EZ Monmouth Cornwall House Car Park - NP25 3EN PEMBROKESHIRE Bagelly Kilgelly Begelly Arms New Road - SA68 0YF (Landlord Pete Adams) POWYS Powys County Council is motorhome friendly and allows overnight sleeping in their car parks one night in seven.

Builth Wells The Groe Car Park - LD2 3BL Smithfield Car Park - LD2 3EB Brecon Canal Road Coach & Lorry Park - LD3 7DE Watton Car Park - LD3 7ET Crickhowell Beaufort Street Car Park - NP8 1AF Hay-on-Wye Oxford Road Car Park - HR3 5AJ Knighton Bowling Green Lane Car Park - LD7 1DJ Llanidloes Mount Street Car Park - SY18 6BZ The Gro Car Park - SY18 6AE Machynlleth Bank Lane Car Park - SY20 8EL (Extra large spaces. Overnight parking £5) Newtown Back Lane car Park - SY16 2QZ (Large bays) The Gravel Car Park - SY16 1BL (Overnight sleeping allowed at £5) Rhayader Dark Lane Car park - LD6 5DA (Overnight sleeping allowed at £5) Welshpool Berriew Street Car Park - SY21 7SL Church Street Car Park - SY21 7DP (Large bays) SOUTH GLAMORGAN Cardiff Castle Mews Car Park - CF10 3ER

SAFE KNIGHTS The Safe Knights scheme is given freely by fellow members of The Motor Caravanners’ Club to travelling members who need a place to stay for a night. If you wish to use this please make sure, for security reasons, that you have your up-to-date membership card with you. Just telephone them to see if it will be alright and they will then give you directions to their property. You will always receive a very warm welcome! If you enjoy the experience and think you could help your fellow members by joining the scheme give email suep@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk ENGLAND

IRELAND

CORNWALL: PARR Brian & Vera Palmer 01726 817707 DORSET: CHRISTCHURCH Gowan & Joy Mansbridge 01202 477226 DORSET: STALBRIDGE Tony & Pauline Brown 01963 362313 ESSEX: BRAINTREE Don & Rich Wicks 01376 552002 LANCASHIRE: FLEETWOOD Will Tibbs & Linda Topham 01253 875000 LANCASHIRE: PRESTON Graham & Denise Blundell 01772 613879 07935 090357 LEICESTER: BROUGHTON Ashley & Andy Ball 01455 282 670 NORFOLK: CROMER Lynette Hollis 01263 512327 S.NORFOLK: NR. BECCLES Dan & Paula Jeffries 01508 548602 M40/M1: BANBURY Ian & Alison Simmonds 01295 711432 SHROPSHIRE: MIDDLETON/LUDLOW Bill & Eileen Weaver 01584 877441 SOMERSET: TAUNTON Mike & Sheila Lewis 07973 122145 WORCESTERSHIRE: WORCESTER Kenneth Gallagher 01214 586854 07889 267881

ENNISKILLEN Mark Fawcett 02866 325822 LONDONDERRY Willie & Eva Braiden 02871 343886 CO TYRONE Darrell Monteith 02882 249599 SCOTLAND FIFE Anne & George Kyle 07974 409975 WALES LLANELLI: CROSS HANDS Joy Greville 01269 844611 LLANELLI: LLANGENNECK Marian & Chris Slader 07966 131032 MID GLAMORGAN Pete & Wendy Bonney 07856 540424 EUROPEAN FRANCE

SOUTH: LIMOGES Fred Simpson 0033 555 788 841 NR CONFOLENS ANZAC -SUR-VIENNE Bill Whitehouse 0033 545 715 383 PORTUGAL

AC Parking Area UK Inst at Paredes de Caura 46 parking spaces, 2 services areas, near shops and restaurants SPAIN

TORREVIEJA Bob & Carol Mitchell 0034 966 784 427 FORTUNA Ann & Derek Jackson 0034 628 005 183

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A Aten Lighting Tel: 01664 569457 www.atenlighting.co.uk Email: saul@atenlighting.co.uk Aten Lighting supply a range of LED replacement lamp and light fittings. Using the code MCC2024 online will get a 10% discount for our Members. By quoting your membership number over the phone or at a show you will get the same 10% discount.

AS Bikes Tel: 02476 303228 www.asbikes.co.uk The folding bike specialist will offer a free gift from their accessory selection with every bike purchased.

B Bags and Covers Direct Tel: 01924 565 230 www.bagsandcoversdirect.co.uk Email: sales@bagsandcoversdirect.co.uk Quality bags and covers for all things motorhome.15%off first order just quote MCC.

C Camperlife Tel: 07903 111684 www.camperlife.uk Motorhome & Caravan Outdoor products Uk’s No.1 Multi-Scented Toilet Fluids. Wax, wash ‘n’ wax and indoor and outdoor cleaners. Quote flyer10 to receive your 10% Club discount.

D Direct Leisure Repairs Tel: 01636 682319 07505 357307 www.directleisurerepairs.co.uk Email: wayne@directleisurerepairs.co.uk Motorhome and Caravan Service and repair. Care products awnings, LED bulbs and spares TV’s and Solar panels. Quote MCC and get 20% off.

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E E-Ranger Limited Tel: 01476 592 314 www.e-ranger.co.uk Just quote your membership number for a free gift when purchasing a new bike.

F Freedom Is Limited Tel: 02476 684400 www.freedomis.co.uk Email: enquiries@freedomis.co.uk Manufactures of motorhome bedding individually tailor made. 10% discount to members.

G General Ecology Europe Limited Tel: 01293 400644 www.purewateronline.co.uk Forget that tank water taste, epoxy resin smell and mildew colour from your fresh water tank, and forget carrying heavy bottles of drinking water every time you take your motorhome out. Now it is possible to purify your water against all tastes and micro-organisms. 10% discount to members.

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J and A Foam Ltd T: 01254 663663 www.jandafoam.com Email: web@jandafoam.com Mattresses for caravans & motorhomes. 20% discount exclusive to members.

M Motorhome Essentials Email: sales@motorhomeessentials.com Website sales only offering a range of accessories including Seat Covers, Tyre Protectors, Cab Mats, Headlight Protectors etc. Discount code MCC2024.

O Outdoor Bits Tel: 08458 698 940 www.outdoorbits.com Online accessories (sister company to Motorhome Facts) everything to do with Motor Caravanning, they offer a 5% discount to all MCC members.

P Paw Things Tel: 01633 681881 www.paw-things.com Unusual things for things with paws! Back-packs, life jackets, high vis tabards, sun reflecting coats and the amazing hair-raising grooming comb.

They are offering our members a 10% discount.

Powered Bicycles Tel: 0115 9727201 www.powered-bicycles.co.uk Selection of powered bicycles and tricycles and pedal and electric powered. After sales service.

5% discount for MCC members.

Pro-Tec Covers Tel: 01274 780088 www.caravan-covers.co.uk A company that do all sorts of covers for motorhome, cars and caravans as well as boats.

5% discount for MCC Members.

R Rainbow Screens Tel: 0800 6444661 www.RainbowThermalScreens.com Manufacturers and retailers of coloured screen covers, pop up thermal screens for many makes and models 23 colours available, they also offer a bespoke service and for many other types of vehicle.

Call and quote MCC18 for your 5% discount Rhino Installs Tel: Workshop 01772 335222 www.rhinoinstalls.co.uk Email: info@rhinoinstalls.co.uk Approved workshop located just 2 mins off the M6 Jct.29 installing all accessories from satellite systems, solar panels, awnings, bike racks and much more. Habitation Service, auto electrical specialists. 5%discount to members.

Roadpro Tel: 01327 312233 www.roadpro.co.uk Email: sales@roadpro.co.uk Offering a 5% discount to members on a host of 12v and mains accessories such as satellite TV and battery charging systems. Use code MCCRP. Rose Awnings Tel: 01202 620427 www.omnistor.co.uk Email: sales@roseawnigs.co.uk This company have been supporting us for nearly

20 years and are offering free fitting and a 5% discount off roll-out awnings and safari rooms and a 10% discount of off smaller items just for our members.

S Sail & Trail Limited Tel: 01949 829384 www.sailandtrail.co.uk Leisure Product Suppliers. This company sell Blue Bio toilet fluid, this is a British made and designed product with a money back guarantee. It is chemical-free, harmless to humans and safe to use near wild life. Along with lots more items for your use with your Motorhome. They will give our members up to a 15% discount on most items.

Savaspace Tel: 07801 473047 www.savaspace.co.uk The business has been supplying pitch reserve signs for over 8 years and the owners are enthusiastic motor caravanners. They also do images and graphics and exterior storage boxes manufactured by themselves. A 10% is available for our members.

Seaflow Tel: 0121 5598580 www.seaflo-uk.com Email seaflouk@live.co.uk A 10% on most products on production of a current membership card.

Specialist Automotive Products Limited Tel: 01302 215296 www.specialistautomotiveproducts.co.uk Email: enquiries@sap-ltd.co.uk From Doncaster this is a dealer for VB Air Suspension & E & P Hydraulic Levelling Systems.

Motorhome servicing, MOT and habitation checks.

Motorhome accessory installations. Our members will get 5% Discount when you quote DUR1

W Wiperblades.co.uk Tel 01299 251 130 Online specialist for windscreen wiper blades.

Enter voucher code MCC10 for a 10% discount.

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DEALER DIRECTORY

he Council of Management (CoM) marketing committee appoint from its members a Dealer Liaison Officer, who is tasked with talking to and managing the function of membership recruitment at dealerships; visiting dealers at motorhome shows; and visiting showrooms to encourage them to promote our Club.

The dealerships are an important source of recruitment from the Club’s point of view, as they are in direct contact with people who are either buying new or simply upgrading their motorcaravan, or shopping for accessories. Prospective members

are made aware of the Club by the placement of membership forms and other relevant literature in handy dispensers at the point of sale, or in the waiting/coffee area of their showrooms. Dispensers are suitably badged with the current Club logo and other contact information, including telephone number and website.

Suggestions for promoting The Club are always welcome. Email: annet@themotorcaravannersclub. co.uk. Why not keep some membership forms/ magazines in your motorhome just in case someone asks about us, a £10 voucher is yours if you recruit a new member.

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Cleveland Motorhomes Durham Tees Valley Airport, Nr Darlington DL2 1PD Tel: 01325 333111 Kimberley Motorhomes West Auckland Road (A68) Burtree Gate, Darlington DL2 2XZ Tel: 01325 776501 Marquis Durham Durham Road, Birtley, Chester le Street, Co. Durham DH3 2QZ Tel: 01914 922480

Marquis Berkshire Oxford Road, Chieveley, Nr Newbury RG20 8RU Tel: 01636 248 888 Southern Motorhome Centre Brickfields Ind Estate, Kiln Ln, Bracknell RG12 1NA Tel: 0800 028 3417 Webbs Motor Caravans Bath Road (A4), Padworth, Reading RG7 5JF Tel: 01189 712424 Wokingham Motorhomes Gorrick, Luckley Road, Wokingham RG40 3AU Tel: 0118 979 1023 BRISTOL Chipping Sodbury Caravans Ltd Badminton Road, Chipping Sodbury BS37 6LH Tel: 01454 318374 CAMBRIDGESHIRE Wellsbridge Motorhomes Ramsey Forty Foot, Ramsey, Huntingdon PE26 2XJ Tel: 01487 812901 CHESHIRE Spinney Motor Caravans Knutsford Road, Cranage, Holmes Chapel CW4 8HJ Tel: 01477 535808 170 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

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Solent Motorhomes 5 Upton Road, Poole BH17 7AA Tel: 01202 801705 Three Counties Motorhomes Ltd 46 Hatch Pond Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate, Poole BH17 0JZ Tel: 01202 673735 V.W Kamper Centre 215 Ringwood Road, St. Leonards Ringwood BH24 2QB Tel: 01202 855531 EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE Motorhomes and Caravans Ltd Resevoir Road, Hull HU6 7QD Tel: 01482 448157 Springfield Motorhomes Boundary Road, Bessingby industrial Estate, Bridlington YO16 4SD Tel: 01262 674748 Maple Garage Aldborough Road, Flointon, Hull HU11 4NA Tel: 01964 670392 EAST SUSSEX JC Leisure Lifestyle Park, Harbour Road, Rye TN31 7TE Tel: 01797 227337 Marquis Sussex Eastbourne Road, Golden Cross BN27 4AN Tel: 01825 873377 Stewart Mouland Motor Caravans South Coast Road, Peacehaven BN10 7ET Tel: 01273 587229 Sussex Caravans Centre East A264, Colestock Cross, Cowden, Edenbridge TN8 7EA Tel: 01342 851393 ESSEX Cranham Maldon Rd, Hatfield Peverel, Nr Chelmsford CM3 2JP Tel: 01245 381382 Pullingers Motorhomes Sudbury Rd, Little Maplestead, Halstead CO9 2SE Tel: 01787 472747

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DEALER DIRECTORY GLOUCESTERSHIRE Coleford Leisure Old Station Way, Coleford, Gloucester GL16 8RE Tel: 01594 834893 Cotswold Edge Leisure Vehicle Evesham Road, Beckford Tewkesbury GL20 7AS Tel: 01386 882866 Cotswold Motorhomes Court Farm, Tewkesbury Road, Tigworth GL2 9PX Tel: 01452 857131 Marquis Gloucestershire Mill Avon Holiday Park, Gloucester Road Tewkesbury GL20 5SW Tel: 01684 296 222 Pearman Briggs Leisure Ltd Field View Bungalow, A38 Leigh, Gloucs GL19 4AA Tel: 01531 822666 Wilkins Motorcaravans Greenholme Whiteway, Miserden, Gloucs GL6 7ER Tel: 01285 821 216 GREATER LONDON Cranham Old Gailey Park, Southend Arterial Road, Upminster, RM14 1TJ Tel: 01277 222444 Rainham Motorcaravans New Road (A1306), Wennington Rainham RM13 9EB Tel: 01708 864239 GREATER MANCHESTER Emmbee Motorhomes 84 Prettywood, Bury BL9 7HX Tel: 0161 797 2988 Nu Venture Unit 2, Seven Stars Road, Walgate, Wigan WN3 5AT Tel: 01942 826669 HAMPSHIRE Countrywide Motorhomes Limited Wakelins Garage Main A31, 215 Ringwood Road, St Leonards, Ringwood BH24 2QB Tel: 01202 881089 Dolphin Motorhomes Ltd 478 Bursledon Rd, Sholing, Southampton SO19 8NH Tel: 023 8040 6777 174 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

Willmoths Motorhomes 12 Rochester Street, Southampton SO14 5SW Tel: 02380 223322 Magic Motorhome Man Unit 2, Park Place Farm, Titchfield Ln, Wickham, Fareham, Portsmouth PO17 5HB Tel: 07841 426660 Manor Motorhomes Hucklesbrook Garage, Ringwood Road, Fordingbridge SP6 2EY Tel: 01425 657747 Marquis Hampshire Winchester Rd, Lower Upham, Nr Southampton SO32 1HA Tel: 01489 860666 P & P Car & Camper Sales 224 Forton Road, Gosport PO12 3HW Tel: 02392 581325 Southdowns Motorhome Centre Painter Close, Anchorage Road Anchorage Park, Portsmouth PO3 5UH Tel: 02392 401821 Viscount Leisure West End Road, Burleston, Southampton SO31 8BN Tel: 02380 404122 HEREFORDSHIRE Dinmore Leisure Ltd Hope under Dinmore, Leominster HR6 0PJ Tel: 01568 611481 South Hereford Motorcaravan Centre Ltd Whitchurch, Ross-on-Wye HR9 6DF Tel: 01600 890870 ISLE OF WIGHT Webb Autohome 10 Riverway, Newport, Isle of Wight PO30 5UX Tel: 01983 528346 KENT Choose Leisure Howfield Lane/A28, Chartham, Canterbury CT4 7HG Tel: 01227 733557 T C Motorhomes Sweechbridge Road, Hillborough, Herne Bay, CT6 6TE Tel: 01227 289111

LANCASHIRE Campbells Motorhomes Watkin Lane, Lostock Hall, Preston PR5 5RD Tel: 01772 627627 Marquis Lancashire Riversway Leisure Village, Chain Caul Road, Preston Docks, Preston PR2 2XR Tel: 01242 210526 Parbold Motorhomes Hall Lane, Wrightington, Appleby Bridge, Wigan WN6 9EJ Tel: 01257 253087 Preston Caravans & Motorhomes Blackpool Road, Clifton, Preston PR4 0XL Tel: 1772 685949 Stewart Longton Motorhomes Chorley Town Centre Bypass, Chorley PR7 1SA Tel: 01257 220222 Todds Motorhomes Unit 15, Tardy Gate Trading Estate, Coote Ln, Lostock Hall, Preston PR5 5JD Tel: 01772 335360

Simpsons Motor Caravans Suffolk Road, Great Yarmouth NR31 0LN Tel: 01493 601696 NORTHAMPTONSHIRE Heart of England Motorhomes Ltd Watling Street (A5), Weedon NN7 4QQ Tel: 01327 342 000 Marquis Northants The Causeway, Great Billing NN3 9EX Tel: 01604 402 888 NORTHUMBERLAND Tyne Valley Motorhomes Byermoor, Burnopfield, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16 6NS Tel: 01207 272777 NORTH YORKSHIRE S and L Motorhomes Low moor road, Selby YO8 6EF Tel: 01757 630233

LINCOLNSHIRE

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE

Camper UK Deacon Road, Lincoln LN4 4JB Tel: 01522 697070 Lincoln Leisure Vehicles Tritton Road, Lincoln LN6 7QY Tel: 01522 690010

Middlesex Motorcaravans Hill Cottage Barns, Hill Cottage, Tebworth Road Knottingley LU7 9PZ Tel: 02089 524045

Brownhills Motorhomes Ltd A1/A46 junction, Newark NG24 2EA Tel: 01636 704201 Fuller Leisure Ltd Lowdham Rd, Gunthorpe, Nottingham NG14 7ER Tel: 01159 664401 Glenns Motorhomes Cinderhill Road, Bulwell NG6 8RE Tel: 0115 927 2744 Lowdhams Leisureworld Ltd Lowdham Rd, Gunthorpe, Nottingham NG14 7ES Tel: 01159 663838 Oaktree Motorhomes Ltd Gin Close Way, Answorth NG16 2HH Tel: 01159 303140 S.M.C. Motorhomes Newark Northern Road, Newark NG24 2ET Tel: 01636 670760

NORFOLK

OXFORDSHIRE

Broadland Leisure Vehicles 64 Damsgate Lane, Acle, Norwich NR13 3DJ Tel: 01493 288928

Elite Motorhomes Thorpe Road, Middleton Cheney, Banbury OX17 2QY >> Tel: 01295 711157

MERSEYSIDE Red Lion Caravan Centre 300 Southport Road, Scarisbrick, Southport PR8 5LF Tel: 01704 889973 MIDDLESEX

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DEALER DIRECTORY SHROPSHIRE Moran Motorhomes Orleton Road, Ludlow Business Park, Ludlow SY8 1XF Tel: 01584 876911 SOMERSET Chelston Motorhomes Chelston Business Park, Wellington TA21 9JE Tel: 01823 662075 Clearway Motorhomes Fosseway, Lynford on Fosse, Somerton TA11 7BX Tel: 01963 240146 Davan Caravans Goosey Lane, St Geroge, Weston-Super-Mare BS22 7XA Tel: 01934 524242 Highbridge Caravans A38 Bristol Road, Highbridge TA9 4EX Tel: 01278 782725 JMT Leisure A370 Hewish, Weston-Super-Mare, Bristol BS24 6SN Tel: 01934 830004 Somerset Motorhome Centre Ltd Thornfalcon Garage, Thornfalcon, Taunton TN3 5NN Tel: 01823 444193 Southwest Motorhomes Ltd Unit 1, Southfields Enterprise Park, Jordans Rd Ilminster TA19 9FF Tel: 01460 57524 West Country Motorhomes Bristol Road, Brent Knoll, Highbridge TA9 4HG Tel: 01278 761200 SOUTH YORKSHIRE Marquis South Yorkshire Rotherham Road, Dinnington, Sheffield, Yorks S25 3RF Tel: 01909 565661 Oakwell Motorhomes 65-67 Pontefract Road, Barnsley S71 1HB Tel: 01226 293300 Premium Motorhomes Plum Tree Trading Estate, Bawtry Road, (A631) Bawtry DN11 8EW Tel: 01302 719543

Wellhouse Leisure Ltd Unit 1, Cannon Way, Barugh Green, Barnsley S75 1JU Tel: 01226 668800 STAFFORDSHIRE Stafford Motorhome Co Ltd Watling St, Investy Bank, Wheaton Aston ST19 9Q Tel: 01785 841808 Erwin Hymer Centre Travelworld Creswell Park, Valley Drive M6 junction 14 ST16 1NZ Tel: 01785 878787 Spinney Staffordshire Stonewall Place, Silverdale, Newcastle ST5 6NR Tel: 01782 622581 SUFFOLK Marquis Suffolk Farthing Road, Sproughton, Ipwich IP1 5AP Tel: 01473 747675 East Point Motorhomes 115 Whapload Road, Lowestoft NR32 1UL Tel: 01502 464749 SURREY Marquis Surrey Station Approach, Gomshall, Surrey GU5 9NX Tel: 01483 203335 WEST MIDLANDS AEG Motorhomes Birmingham Street, Stourbridge DY8 1JE Tel: 01384 848439 Hayes (Leisure) Ltd Walsall Road, Darlaston WS10 9SS Tel: 01215 263433 WEST SUSSEX Meridian Motorhomes Unit 7, Church Farm, Old Park Lane, Bosham PO18 8EX Tel: 01243 572672 Camper and Motorhome Centre} Handcross Rd, Plummers Plain, Horsham RH13 6NX Tel: 01403 892694

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DEALER DIRECTORY Premier Motorhomes Premier Business Park, Main Road, Birdham Chichester PO20 7BU Tel: 01243 511189 Sussex Caravan Centre West A24 London Rd, Pulborough RH20 3BT Tel: 01903 893666 WEST YORKSHIRE IH Motorhomes Ltd Great North Road, Knottingly, W Yorks WF11 0BS Tel: 01977 677118 Lowdhams Leisureworld Ltd 26 Crosland Hill, Huddersfield HD4 5NU Tel: 0115 966 3838 Moto-Trek Ltd Montgomery House, Sheephouse Wood, Stockbridge, Sheffield S36 4GS Tel: 01142 884411 Richard Baldwin Motorhomes Wakefield Road, Copley, Halifax HX3 0TP Tel: 01422 364222 Shire Conversions Unit 1, Old Great North Rd, Ferrybridge WF11 8PH Tel: 01977 675331 Vantage Motorhomes Unit 1, Pym Street, Leeds LS10 1PG Tel: 0113 244 4131 WildAx Motorhomes Unit G9, Lock View, Lowfields BP, Elland HX5 9HD Tel: 01422 372111 WILTSHIRE West Country Motorhomes [Swindon] 20 Turnpike Road, Blunsdon, Swindon SN26 7EA Tel: 01793 726666 Wiltshire Motor Homes The Showroom, Lancaster Road, Bowerhill, Melksham SN12 6SS Tel: 01225 896699 WIRRAL E S Hartley Group Ltd Rossmore Road East, Ellesmere Port, Wirral, Merseyside CH65 3DD Tel: 01513 506870

WORCESTERSHIRE Edwards Motorhomes 19 Main Road, Kempsey WR5 3PA Tel: 01905 829000 Nick Whale Motorhomes Unit 8, Lauriston Park, Pitchill Cottages, Evesham WR11 8SN Tel: 01386 870852 Salop Leisure Sandy Lane Industrial Estate, Nelson Road, Stourport on Severn DY13 9QB Tel: 01299 871361 NORTHERN IRELAND Thompson Leisure 21 Rowantree Rd, Dromore, Co Down BT25 1NN Tel: 028 9269 3999 SCOTLAND BC Motorhomes Heathfield Road, Ayr KA8 9BN Tel: 01292 262233 Dicksons of Perth 170 Dunkeld Road, Perth PH1 3AA Tel: 01738 626287 Dyce Caravans Pitmedden Road, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 0EY Tel: 01224 722227 WALES 3A’s Leisure Camarthenshire Showground, Carmarthen, Dyfed SA33 5DR Tel: 01267 234459 Threeways Motorhomes Ltd Faenol Avenue, Abergele, Conwy LL22 7HT Tel: 01745 827607 Vehicles4Leisure Victoria Road West, Prestatyn, Clwyd LL19 7AR Tel: 01745 889977 Spinney Flintshire 76 Station Road, Queensferry, Deeside, Flintshire, CH5 2TE Tel: 01244 830438

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DEALER DIRECTORY HABITATION, SERVICING, REPAIRS, ACCESSORIES

Autogas 2000 Leisure Limited Carlton Miniot, Thirsk, North Yorkshire YO7 4NJ Tel: 01845 523213 Continental Leisure Vehicle Crosshands Business Park, Cross Hands Rd, Gorslas, Carmarthenshire SA14 6RE Tel: 01296 831151 Direct Leisure Repairs 112 Fosse Road, Farndon, Newark, Notts NG24 3TJ Tel: 07505 357307 Essanjay Ltd Unit 5, The Alpha Centre, Upton Rd, Poole BH17 7AG Tel: 01202 683608 Grantham Leisure Ltd 76 Kingscliffe Rd, Grantham NG31 8EU Tel: 07890 919030 JC Leisure Harbour Road, Rye, East Sussex TN31 7TE Tel: 01797 227337

Motorhome Medics Swanbrook Business Park, Golden Valley, Staverton, Cheltenham GL51 0TE Tel: 01452 856856 Caravan & Motorhome Repairs A37, Gurney Slade, Radstock BA3 4TQ Tel: 01749 841051 Reliance Caravan & Motorhomes Services Unit D1-D3 New Barn Office Funtington, Chichester, West Sussex PO18 9DA Tel: 01243 940050 Rhino Installs 24 Momentum Place, Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancashire PR5 6EF Tel: 01772 335222 Solar Solutions Ltd Bailie Gate Industrial Estate, Unit 46, Bridge St, Sturminster Marshall, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 4BD Tel: 01202 632488

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DISABILITY UPDATE

MOVING FORWARD TO 2024 W

Update from Disability Advisor Keith Poole

ith the last few years being what they were, and the weather being warmer for people to venture out, last year saw an increase in sales of motorhomes with dealers having full order books. The Warners shows played their part again, with dealers selling new stock.

Keeping these motorhomes as we get older is often at the forefront of our minds and manufacturers continue to work closely 182 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

with customers to help us carry on doing what we love. For some people, upgrades on their disability adaptations in the motorhome are high on their list, from habitation doorways made larger, to portable lifts that can fold and be stored in the motorhomes. For some, made to order interiors with larger walk ways to accommodate wheelchairs or walking around with walking sticks are the way forward.

The danger of trip hazards and falls can be minimised by having extra handrails fitted around the home and having grab handles fitted to the motorhome.

Ask your dealer at the time of purchase (new motorhome only) for the necessary forms and

“The danger of trip hazards and falls can be minimised by fitting grab handles to your motorhome.” declare your disabilities which will help in the purchase of a motorhome with VAT relief.

Disability equipment suppliers do not change their products often, but looking through brochures and the internet, there are always the special items we all would like. Most disabilities affect the ability to do the easiest of tasks, with hands and wrists getting weaker and painful as we go through life, having to ask someone to help open bottles or cans is common. A simple solution is usually at hand, a tea towel wrapped around

a jar makes it a little easier to open.

There are many publications such as Disabled Motoring Magazine to browse through. These are available as a free online subscription for the printed version.

If you are unable to find the answers to the problems you may experience, please drop me an email or phone and I will try to help with your needs.

We can only hope that 2024 is as good a year as last year with over 500 events occurring over the whole year in the UK.

You want to be able to take everything you need with you when you go away in your ‘van. However, will this overload the rear suspension? Using MAD suspension helper spring kits or semi air conversions from Ekollon will help your ‘van drive more level so it will be: • Safer • Have better grip • Improved traction • Not bottom out over speed bumps • Better stability • And save your jockey wheel FIND THE RIGHT AUXILIARY SPRINGS FOR YOUR MOTORHOME Visit www.mad-suspension.co.uk Tel 01386 882997 or email sales@mad-suspension.co.uk Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 183

DISABILITY DIRECTORY

Keith Poole Disability Advisor; Membership Service & Safety Officer

This is a list of companies who can provide equipment and fitting of adaptations to motorhomes

A Adaptacar Tel: 01769 572785 www.adaptacar.co.uk Based in South Moulton Devon, Speak to Stuart Courtney.

Alfred Bekker Ltd Tel: 01377 241700 www.alfredbekker.com Based in Driffield East Yorkshire. Speak to Carla Bekker.

All Shropshire Mobility Tel: 01743 790879 www.allshropshiremobility.co.uk Based in Pennerley near Shrewsbury. Speak to Martin Davies.

Andys Kars www.andys/kars.co.uk Recommended by some of our members.

Atlas Vehicle Conversions Ltd Tel: 023 9226 5600 www.avcltd.co.uk Based in Waterlooville, Hampshire.

Speak to Joe Cordina.

Autoadapt www.autoadapt.com Tel: 01213 335170 This company can offer a solution to all mobility needs whether that is to enter, travel in or drive your motorhome.

Autochair www.autochair.com Tel: 0800 214045 Makers of a range of adaptations for cars and motorhomes.

Auto Mobility Concepts Ltd Tel: 01442 270202 www.automobilityconceptsltd.com Based in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire.

Speak to Barry Williams.

B Bewick Mobility Aids Tel: 01661 833913 www.bewickmobility.co.uk Based in Prudhoe in Northumberland.

Speak to Brian Burnsbrook.

Brook Miller Mobility Ltd Tel: 01422 376645 www.brookmiller.co.uk Based in Elland, Halifax, West Yorkshire.

Speak to Adrian Westbrook.

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C Chris Elliot Adaptions Ltd Tel: 01733 333023 www.chriselliotadaptions.co.uk Based in Peterborough. Speak to Chris.

CJ Conversions Ltd Tel: 01522 576600 www.cjconversions.co.uk Based in Lincoln. Speak to John Benton.

Clark and Partners Ltd Tel: 01142 293399 www.clarkshop.co.uk Based in Sheffield. Ask for Steve Holder.

Coachbuilt UK Tel: 02476 341196 www.coachbuiltgb.co.uk Specialists in disability adaptations and bespoke modifications to standard motorhomes, to suit your needs. Ask for Geoff.

Gleneagles Conversions Ltd Tel: 01334 657722 www.gleneaglesconversions.co.uk Based in Cupar, Fife. Speak to Niven Trail or Bob Donaldson.

CoTrim Conversions Tel: 01722 324524 www.cotrim.co.uk Based in Salisbury, Wiltshire. Speak to Kevin Didle.

D David Relph Adaptions Tel: 01362 695562 www.davidrelph.com Based in Dereham, Norfolk. Speak to David.

Des Gosling Mobility Ltd Tel: 01332 863742 www.desgoslingmobilityltd.co.uk Based in Melbourne, Derbyshire speak to Des. Driffield Mobility Tel: 01377 252500 www.driffieldmobility.co.uk Based in Driffield, East Yorkshire.

G GM Coachworks Ltd Tel: 01626 853050 www.gmcoachworks.co.uk Based in Trusham, Newton Abbot, Devon.

Speak to David Vooght or Mike Stockman.

H Holden Mobility Tel: 01603 283939 www.holdenmobility.co.uk Based in Norwich, speak to Dave Elvin.

J Jim Doran Hand Controls Tel: 02476 460833 www.jdhc.co.uk Based in Coventry.

Jubilee Automotive Group Tel: 0121 0502 2252 www.jubileemobility.co.uk Based in Wednesbury, speak to Mike Holland.

K K.C. Mobility Solutions Limited Tel: 01924 442386 www.accessplace.com Based in Batley, W. Yorkshire. Speak to Sue Mitchell.

KTD Tel: 0191 4608300 www.ktdne.com Based in Dunston, Gateshead.

L L.T.C. Mobility Limited Tel: 01554 773608 www.ltcmobility.co.uk Based in Llaneli, Carmarthenshire. Speak to Alan or Terri Davies.

M McElmeel Mobility Services Tel: (028) 3752 5333 www.mobilityservices.com Based in Armagh. Speak to Mallakie McElmeel.

Mobility Converstions Limited Tel: 0161 745 9737 www.mobilityconversions.co.uk Based in Salford Greater Manchester. Speak to Cliff or Sue Roberts.

Mobility Ireland Limited Tel: 00353 1 835 9173 www.mobilityireland.com Based in Ashbourne, County Meath, Ireland.

Speak to Martin Stritch.

P Par-Fit-Limited Tel: 00353 1 840 7880 www.parfit.ie Based in Swords, County Dublin, Ireland. Speak to Patrick Fitzsimons.

PB Conversions Limited Tel: 01525 850588 www.pbconversions.co.uk Based in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire.

Speak to Paul Berridge.

P L Mobility Tel: 01324 562240 www.plmobility.com Based in Larbert, Falkirk. Speak to Leigh Westlake.

R Radcliff Palfinger Limited Tel: 01707 325571 www.palfinger.com Based in Hertfordshire this company make lifts for wheelchair access and can work with motorhome converters. They offer a no obligation consultations service anywhere in the UK. Speak to Nigel.

S Specialised Vehicle Options Ltd Tel: 01249 815141 www.svoptions.co.uk Based in Calne, Wiltshire Speak to Rob Pitthouse or Nicola Bristow. SVO offer adaptations and experienced staff can provide advice.

T TBC (Taxi and Bus Conversions) Tel: 0844 656 2928 www.tbcmobilityconversions.com A Nationwide service.

Tech Mobility Tel 01206 791313 www.techmobility.com Based in Coggleshall in Essex.

V Vic Young Ltd Tel: 0191 427 1566 www.vicyoung.co.uk/mobility Based in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, Speak to Gary Potts.

OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION PIE Tel: 0844 8470877 Give them a call to acquire a mobility atlas.

RDAC www.rdac.co.uk They give useful tips and advice for disabled drivers. There are 17 centres across the UK.

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A social activity club dedicated exclusively to all Motorhome owners for over 60 years

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500+ Social meets annually Many social meets in your local area Cost-effective holiday meets in the UK and abroad F.I.C.C. Rallies world-wide 26 Regional groups across the UK Preferential parking at motorhome shows Webpage and social media presence Free monthly magazine home posted and online Yearly handbook packed with information Member discounts at many specialist suppliers Night stops, CLs and Safe Knights Schemes

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STATEMENT OF INTENT

HEALTH & SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES Update from Safety Officer Keith Poole

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he responsibility for health and safety, and environmental issues in the Motor Caravanners’ Club (MCC) is vested in the Council of Management and the Club’s Members.

Collectively we are committed to the highest standards of health and safety, and environmental compliance and performance in the role of an employer at Club level, and also via the Group Committees as organisers of rallies and other meetings for the Club Members at Group level by the Council of Management in respect of the Inter-Group Festival and AGM. Every member of the Club is responsible for ensuring that their actions individually or collectively are conducted in accordance with current Government legislation and any professional standards to which the MCC subscribes.

All Club health and safety matters in the first instance should be referred to the Group Committee or the Event organisers.

The Club Office will, if appropriate, offer advice on health and safety, and environmental issues for Club events and Group Committees or seek advice from the appropriate Government body dependent on the nature of the advice required.

We recognise the legal duties the MCC is bound by as an employer, and we will provide a safe working environment for the Club’s employees within the Club Office. The Club Administrator is responsible for all health and safety matters within the Club Office and its environment.

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parties are responsible for the care of their own health and safety, and either individually or collectively and also responsible for the people you work with and the environment in which you work.

The Council of Management and Group Committees are also responsible for: • Giving appropriate priority and consideration, as far as is reasonably practical, to health and safety, and environmental matters in the preparation of and during all Club activities, in accordance with the appropriate Government legislation.

• The aim is to eliminate any risk of avoidable accidents. Therefore, all members are required to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and any other persons who may be affected by the acts or omissions at Club events, and also to co-operate with any measures taken to carry out their relevant statutory provisions.

• Manage, so far as reasonably practical, the Club’s impact on the environment, in line with Natural England policy and guidelines.

• Ensure that suitable and full risk assessments are conducted for National Events and by Group Committees for Group level activities in accordance with appropriate Government legislation.

• Consult with employees, volunteers and members on health and safety, and environmental issues, and review and revise policy and practice in line with best practice and any appropriate changes in Government policy and legislation.

This health and safety, and environmental statement does not replace any current Government legislation.

Council of Management, The Motor Caravanners’ Club, December 2023

SITES GUIDE 2024 Find sites throughout the UK, Ireland and Europe where motorcaravans are welcome.

MOTOR CARAVAN S WELCOM E HERE!

Contents England Berkshire Buckinghamshire Cambridgeshire Cheshire Cornwall County Durham Cumbria Derbyshire Devon Dorset Essex Gloucestershire Hampshire Herefordshire Isle of Wight Kent Lancashire Leicestershire Lincolnshire Norfolk Northumberland Nottinghamshire Oxfordshire Rutland Shropshire Somerset Suffolk Sussex Warwickshire

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Wiltshire Worcestershire Yorkshire

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N. Ireland Co. Antrim

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Ireland Co. Clare Co. Cork Co. Kerry Co. Leitrim Co. Waterford Co. Wexford

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Scotland Aberdeenshire Angus Argyll Ayrshire Dumfries & Galloway East Lothian Edinburgh Fife Glencoe Highlands Inverness-shire Isle of Skye Morayshire Orkney

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Outer Hebrides Perthshire Ross-shire Stirlingshire West Lothian

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Wales Carmarthenshire Ceredigion Conwy Denbighshire Glamorgan Gwynedd North Wales Pembrokeshire Powys

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Europe France Spain

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While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, neither the Motor Caravanners’ Club nor Countrywide Publications accept any responsibility for omissions or errors. Please confirm details with sites when enquiring/booking.

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OPEN ALL YEAR ENGLAND CAMBRIDGESHIRE Knightsbridge Caravan & Marina Park, March p194 Virginia Lake Caravan Park, Wisbech p194 CHESHIRE New Farm, Wettenhall p194

Moor View Touring Park, Modbury p207 Lemonford Caravan Park, Newton Abbot p207 West Middlewick Farm, Nomansland p207 Sourton Down C&C Park, Okehampton p207 Beverley Park, Paignton p207

LANCASHIRE New House Caravan Park, Kirby Lonsdale p215 Hollingworth Lake Caravan Park, Littleborough p215 LINCOLNSHIRE Camper UK Leisure Park, Newark p216 Brandy Wharf Leisure Park, Waddingham p216

Elm Cottage Touring Park, Winsford p195

Parkland C&C Site, Salcombe p208

CORNWALL Boscrege Caravan Park, Ashton p195

DORSET Highlands End Holiday Park, Bridport p209

Mena Caravan, Camping & Glamping, Bodmin p195

Manor Farm Holiday Centre, Bridport p209

Searles Leisure Resort, Hunstanton p218

Polladras Holiday Park, Helston p196

Harrow Wood Farm Caravan Park, Christchurch p210

King’s Lynn C&C Park, King’s Lynn p218

Carvynick Holiday Park, Newquay p196

Birchwood Tourist Park, Wareham p210

Whitlingham Broad Camping & Glamping, Norwich p218

Bone Valley Holiday Park, Penzance p197

Bagwell Farm Touring Park, Weymouth p210

Breckland Meadows Touring, Swaffham p220

Globe Vale, Redruth p197

GLOUCESTERSHIRE Tudor Caravan Park, Slimbridge p212

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE Robin Hood Retreat, Bilsthorpe p220

HAMPSHIRE Sunnydale Farm Caravan Park & Campsite, Southampton p213

Orchard Park Touring & Camping, Newark p221

Kelynack C&C Park, St Just p198 CUMBRIA Baystone Bank Farm, Millom p201 Harbour Lights, Millom p201 Stanwix Park Holiday Centre, Silloth p201 Sykeside Camping Park, Ullswater p202 The Quiet Site, Ullswater p202 DEVON Beara Farm C&C Site, Buckfastleigh p203 Hidden Valley Park, Ilfracombe p207 Island Lodge C&C Site, Kingsbridge p207

HEREFORDSHIRE Poston Mill Touring Park, Hereford p213 Burhope Farm Campsite, Orcop p213 KENT Broadhembury, Ashford p214 The Finches Caravan & Camping Park, Maidstone p215 Hop Farm Camping & Touring Park, Paddock Wood p215

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NORFOLK Clippesby Hall, Clippesby p217 Lakeside Caravan Park, Denver p217

Olive Tree C&C Park, Retford p221 RUTLAND Rutland C&C Park, Oakham p222 SHROPSHIRE Stanmore Hall Touring Park, Bridgnorth p222 Newnes Touring Caravan Park, Ellesmere p222 Ludlow Touring Park, Ludlow p222 Oxon Hall Touring Park, Shrewsbury p222

SOMERSET Bath Chew Valley Caravan Park, Bath p225

SCOTLAND

Southfork Caravan Park, Martock p226

DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY Silvercraigs Caravan & Camping Site, Kirkcudbright p240

Waterrow Touring Park, Taunton p226

Cressfield Park, Lockbie p240

Ebborways Farm, Wells p226 Country View Holiday Park, Weston-super-Mare p226 Uphill Marina, Weston-superMare p226 Long Hazel Park, Yeovil p226 SUFFOLK Run Cottage, Woodbridge p228 SUSSEX Sumners Ponds Fishery & Campsite, Horam p229 Horam Manor Country Park, Horam p229 The Barn Caravan Park, Lancing p229 YORKSHIRE Haxey Quays, Doncaster p231

INVERNESS-SHIRE Dalraddy Holiday Park, Aviemore p242 Glenmore C&C Site, Aviemore p242 MORAYSHIRE Findhorn Bay Holiday Park, Stirling p243 ORKNEY 59 Degrees North Motorhome Aire, Sanday p244

IRELAND

WEST LOTHIAN Mosshall Farm Caravan Park, Blackburn p247

COUNTY WEXFORD Ferrybank C&C Park, Ferrybank p237 The Norman View, New Ross p237

FRANCE

GLENCOE Invercoe C&C Park, Invercoe p241

STIRLINGSHIRE Trossachs Holiday Park, Stirling p246

COUNTY LEITRIM Battlebridge Caravan, Camping & Glamping Park, Carrick-onShannon p236

Mellington Hall Holiday Home Park, Montgomery p251

EDINBURGH Mortonhall C&C Park, Edinburgh Camping Le Cormier/d’Obterre, p240 Obterre p252

Waleswood C&C Park, Sheffield p231

COUNTY CORK Jasmine Villa C&C Park, Carrigtwohill p236

POWYS Anchorage Caravan Park, Brecon p251

WALES CARMARTHENSHIRE South Wales Touring Park, Llanelli p247 CEREDIGION Wern Mill Caravan Park, New Quay p249 NORTH WALES The Trotting Mare Caravan Park, Wrexham p250

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RISELEY

Berkshire

WELLINGTON COUNTRY PARK Odiham Road, Riseley, Berkshire RG7 1SP t: 01189 326444 e: countryparkinfo@wellington.co.uk w: www.wellingtoncountrypark.co.uk Directions: From M4 take Junction 11 and follow A33 South towards Basingstoke.

From M3 take junction 5 and follow B3349 north to Reading.

Facilities: Toilets, free showers, electric shaving points and hair driers. Laundrette with washing machine, tumble drier and iron. On-site Warden.

Nearby: Legoland, Thorpe Park and Chessington. Ascot and Kempton Race Courses. Cathedral cities of Winchester and Salisbury, Windsor Castle, and the University town of Oxford. For shopping, Reading’s Oracle Centre and Basingstoke’s Festival Place. Central to Hampshire, Berkshire.

Open: March to November Site fees: POA

ENGLAND BERKSHIRE Castle estates set in oak-lined deer parks and picturesque country downs with grazing horses. There's something regal about Berkshire.

HURLEY

Berkshire

HURLEY RIVERSIDE PARK Hurley, Berkshire SL6 5NE t: 01628 824493 Directions: M4: Junc. 8/9, take the A404(M) towards Henley, then the 3rd junction (A4130 Henley). Straight over at the roundabout and continue for 1.5 miles, past the Hurley Village turning until you see the park sign on the right.

M40: Junc. 4, take the A404(M) towards Maidenhead, then the 3rd junction (A4130 Henley). Turn right at the roundabout and proceed as above.

Open: 1st March-31st October Site fees: From £23 per night. See advert below for more info

Hurley Riverside Park Hurley, Berkshire SL6 5NE • 01628 824493 info@hurleyriversidepark.co.uk

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE Known as ‘the most filmed county in England’, Buckinghamshire has the most National Trust properties in the country, as well as a wealth of family attractions.

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MILTON KEYNES

Heated shower blocks & family rooms • Launderette Shop • Premium WiFi available • Slipway Playground • Nature Trail • Electric car charging point Caravan Holiday Homes available to hire and purchase

www.hurleyriversidepark.co.uk

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HIGHCLERE FARM COUNTRY TOURING PARK Newbarn Lane, Seer Green, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire HP9 2QZ t: 01494 875665/874505 f: 01494 875238 Directions: M40 junction 2 Beaconsfield. Take A355 towards Amersham. 1 mile from Beaconsfield turn right to Seer Green then follow tourist signs.

Facilities: Children’s playground, heated shower block, launderette and washing up.

Nearby: Legoland, London 25 miles, station.

Open: March to January.

Buckinghamshire

EMBERTON COUNTRY PARK CAMPING & CARAVANNING Emberton, Milton Keynes MK46 5FJ t: 01908 252860 e: emberton.park@milton-keynes.gov.uk w: miltonkeynes.gov.uk/ecp-camping-and-caravanning Directions: Clearly signposted off A509 between Emberton & Olney, Buckinghamshire. Facilities: Set within a peaceful designated area of our 200 acre parkland our touring field offers 48 grass pitches with a number of electric/ water points plus toilets, showers, elsan & drinking water points. Three further rally fields provide 150 pitches with public toilet facilities, drinking water and elsan points. Three children’s play areas, large meadow areas, conservation areas, four fishing lakes and a café. Private residential static caravan site plus caravan storage. Nearby shops, chemist, pubs and restaurants.

Open: 1 April to 31 October Site fees: See website or phone

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Open February - October

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Buckinghamshire

GULLIVER'S CAMPSITE Newlands, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK15 0DT t: 01925 444888 Facilities: Gulliver’s Campsite is perfect for families, couples, and solo travellers. Enjoy your stay in the great outdoors with a selection of grass and hardstanding pitches next to a modern facilities block. Situated in the heart of Milton Keynes, the campsite is a few steps away from Gulliver’s Land Theme Park, Willen Lake and a 10-minute drive from The National Bowl.

Please see advert on page 193 for further information

CAMBRIDGESHIRE

MARCH

Cambridgeshire

FIELDS END WATER Fields End Water Caravan Park, Lodges & Fishery, Benwick Road, Doddington, March, Cambridgeshire PE15 0TY t: 01354 740199 Facilities: An adult only 5 star touring park with three fishing lakes, café and great on and off site dog walks.

Open: March-November. Week at New Year beginning 27th

MARCH

Cambridgeshire

Famous for its historic university, Cambridgeshire also includes many museums and art galleries. For a unique way to explore, try your hand at punting.

KNIGHTSBRIDGE CARAVAN AND MARINA PARK (FAMILY FRIENDLY) Staffurths Bridge, March, Cambs PE15 0YP t: 07897 740779 Directions: Three miles from the A141. Follow signs for Floods Ferry Park. Sign on right. Facilities: Camping, marina, moorings, slipway boat launch, heated showers, electric hook‑up, chemical disposal, fishing, log cabins, hard standings, disabled facilities, static lodges and seasonal pitches. Day Fishing tickets available Open: All year (non-residential) Site fees: Please contact for details.

COMBERTON

WISBECH

Cambridgeshire

HIGHFIELD FARM TOURING PARK Comberton, Cambridge CB23 7DG t/f: 01223 262308 w: www.highfieldfarmtouringpark.co.uk Directions: Leave M11 at J12. A603 (Sandy) for 1/2 mile, R on B1046 to Comberton. From A428 leave at Hardwick slip road, follow C&C signs.

Facilities: Shop, showers, toilets, hard-standings, hook-ups, launderette, post box, farm ‘walk’.

Nearby: Cambridge, Wimpole Hall, Ely, Duxford Imperial War Museum.

Open: March to October. Site fees: From £25 excl. electricity

HUNTINGDON

Cambridgeshire

QUIET WATERS CARAVAN PARK ★ ★ ★ ★ Hemingford Abbots, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 9AJ t/f: 01480 463405 Directions: Situated along the A1307 between Huntingdon and Cambridge. Four miles from Huntingdon, 13 miles from Cambridge.

Facilities: Disabled facilities, WiFi connection available. 6.5m max length.

Open: April to October Site fees: £29 per night + electric

HUNTINGDON

Cambridgeshire

THE WILLOWS CARAVAN PARK Bromholme Lane, Brampton, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 4NE t: 01480 437566 Facilities: Heated shower and toilet block, dishwashing facilities, washing machine, disabled toilet and shower room, fridge/freezer. Play park for children. Wi-Fi available (payable directly to the supplier online).

Site fees: £26-£30 per night. Includes the unit, one vehicle, 2 adults and 2 children. Dogs and awnings free. Max 6 people per unit.

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VIRGINIA LAKE CARAVAN PARK Smeeth Road, St. John's Fen End, Marshland St. James, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire PE14 8JF t: 01945 430167 Directions: Leave A47 2 miles north of Wisbech sign posted Marshland St James. Follow brown and white caravan signs to site. (2 miles) Site on left.

Facilities: Fishing lake, licensed bar and clay pigeon shooting Open: All year Site fees: From £15

CHESHIRE Pay a visit to the UK’s most famous zoo, explore one of the county’s numerous cycle trails or shop ‘til you drop in the UK’s largest designer shopping outlet.

WETTENHALL Cheshire NEW FARM TOURING SITE Long Lane, Wettenhall, Cheshire CW7 4DW t: 07925 102408 e: info@newfarmcheshire.co.uk w: www.newfarmcheshire.co.uk Facilities: Adults-only touring site, fishery, B&B and brand new for 2023 Glamping Site! Near Nantwich & Chester. 28 hardstanding pitches, 16 amp electric hook-up, free WiFi, toilets and heated shower block, CCTV. Water and drainage connection. Open: All year Site fees: From £30 per night.

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ELM COTTAGE TOURING PARK Chester Lane, Little Budworth, Cheshire CW7 2QJ t: 01829 760544 e: booking@elmcottage.co.uk w: www.elmcottage.co.uk Directions: Situated 3 miles west of Winsford on A54. From the M6 junc 18 take the A54 west. From junc 10 M56 follow the A49 S towards Whitchurch until the A54 crossroads, turn left onto A54. Site 11/2 miles on left. Facilities: Immaculate, underfloor heated toilet block, disabled washroom, fully serviced, all weather and grass pitches, motorhome services point and stop-over facility.

Playground. Large rally field and barn seating 64. Self-catering cottage. Pizzas Fridays in high season.

Nearby: Close to Delamere Forest, historic Chester and Oulton Park Racecourse.

Great walks, cycle tracks and pubs nearby.

Open: All year Site fees: From £30 to £42

PENHALT FARM HOLIDAY PARK Widemouth Bay, Bude EX23 0DG t/f: 01288 361210 Directions: 4 miles South of Bude on A39 take 2nd turn right for Widemouth Bay. At the bottom facing sea turn left with Widemouth Manor Hotel on your left.

Park 2/3 mile along on the left.

Open: Easter to October Site fees: From £12

BUDE

Cornwall

UPPER LYNSTONE C&C PARK Lynstone, Bude, Cornwall EX23 0LP t: 01288 352017 e: reception@upperlynstone.co.uk w: www.upperlynstone.co.uk Directions: A quiet family run site 3/4 mile from Bude town and beach along the coastal road to Widemouth Bay. Facilities: Free showers, outdoor play area, shop, WiFi. Nearby: Town centre, beach, restaurants.

Open: Easter to October Site fees: £20 to £34.50 (2 people)

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CORNWALL

Cornwall

Cornwall

Famous for its beaches, surf spots and attractions such as the Lost Gardens of Heligan, Minack Theatre, Land’s End, Tintagel Castle and the Eden Project.

WILLOW VALLEY HOLIDAY PARK Bush, Bude, Cornwall EX23 9LB t/f: 01288 353104 Directions: On A39 2 miles North of Bude, 4 miles South of Kilkhampton.

Facilities: Pets, laundry, electric hook-up, shop, adventure playground, heated toilets and shower block, Calor Gas, Camping Gaz, sheltered.

Open: 1 April to 30 September Site fees: Contact for details

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Cornwall

BOSCREGE CARAVAN PARK Boscrege, Ashton, Cornwall TR13 9TG t: 01736 762231 e: enquiries@caravanparkcornwall.com w: www.caravanparkcornwall.com Facilities: 45 beautiful luxury hire and private static caravans & lodges.

Seasonal touring with seasonal pitches, storage, dog and child friendly, all set in 12 acres of Cornish countryside yet 2 miles from Praa sands beach. Wi-Fi, laundry room, dog walk, small child's play area also on park and available.

We also buy and sell new & used static caravans throughout the UK. No tents allowed. Open: All year

Cornwall

WOODA FARM HOLIDAY PARK Poughill, Bude, Cornwall EX23 9HJ t: 01288 352069 Directions: From A39 north of Stratton, take road signposted Poughill, Coombe Valley. Drive for 1 mile. Wooda Farm Holiday Park is on your right hand side.

Signposted on main road.

Open: 2 March to 16 November

FOWEY

Cornwall

PENHALE CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Fowey, Cornwall PL23 1JU t: 01726 833425 Directions: Using postcode will take you to a Texaco garage. From that roundabout take the a3082 signposted St Austell. We are 600 yards up the road on the left.

Facilities: Grass and hardstanding pitches available, with electric hook-ups and parkwide WiFi. Uninterrupted sea views in area of outstanding natural beauty.

Open: April-September Site fees: £6-£35 per night

BODMIN MENA CARAVAN & CAMPING & GLAMPING Mena Farm, Bodmin, Cornwall PL30 5HW t: 01208 831845 Facilities: Hardstandings, Grey Waste Disposal, brand new shower facilities, laundry and onsite shop.

Open: All year Site fees: Contact for site fees and availability.

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HAYLE

Cornwall

ATLANTIC COAST HOLIDAY PARK 53 Upton Towans Gwithian, Hayle, Cornwall TR27 5BL t: 01736 752071 Facilities: The park offers a wide range of holiday accommodation, including contemporary static holiday homes which are for sale and luxury holiday homes for hire.

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MAWGAN PORTH

Cornwall

CHURCHTOWN FARM CARAVAN & CAMPING SITE Gwithian, Hayle, Cornwall TR27 5BX t: 01736 753219 Directions: A30 to Hayle, on entering Hayle turn right at double mini roundabout signposted Gwithian B3301. On reaching the village of Gwithian, pass church on right. Site is on left in 100 metres.

Open: 1 April to 15 October.

Site fees: Please call for details.

MAGIC COVE TOURING PARK Mawgan Porth, Newquay, Cornwall TR8 4BD t: 01637 860263 Directions: Situated between Newquay and Padstow on north Cornish coast (B3276). Facilities: 18 pitches on level site, tap and drain adjacent to each pitch, elec hook-ups, TV points, showers, launderette, dog exercise area, free WiFi, nearby bus service. Nearby: Beach, shops, pubs, golf, fishing, tennis.

Open: Easter to end of September. Site fees: Contact for details.

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NEWQUAY

Cornwall

HIGHER TREVASKIS CARAVAN PARK Gwinear Road, Connor Downs, Hayle, Cornwall TR27 5JQ t: 01209 831736 Directions: A30 Redruth-Hayle carriageway. Turn off at Camborne west exit, bear left on A3047 initially but at roundabout turn right to Connor Downs/Hayle.

In 11/2 miles turn left at sign post for Carnell Green. Park is 3/4 mile on right.

Open: 14 April Site fees: £20 to £40 per night, special rates for retired couples

HAYLE

Cornwall

CARVYNICK HOLIDAY PARK Summercourt, Newquay TR8 5AF t: 01872 510716 e: info@carvynick.co.uk w: www.carvynick.co.uk Directions: On the outskirts of Summercourt, just 2 minutes off the A30.

Facilities: Toilet & shower block, fully serviced hardstanding pitches, dishwashing & laundry room, on-site pub.

Nearby: Newquay, Padstow, St Austell, Bodmin, Truro Open: All year

Cornwall

TREGLISSON TOURING PARK Hayle, Cornwall TR27 5JT t: 01736 753141 Directions: From M5 at Exeter take A30 trunk rd through Devon & Cornwall.

On outskirts of Hayle at the large rdbt take 4th exit. 100 yds along road is double mini roundabout, at the first immediate left into Guildford Rd. Follow rd for approx mile and signs for park on left.

Facilities: Pets, laundry, electric hook-up, children's playground, heated toilets and shower block, sheltered, laundrette and licensed shop.

Open: Easter to 31st October Site fees: Contact for details

HELSTON

Cornwall

NEWQUAY Cornwall

POLLADRAS HOLIDAY PARK Carleen, Helston, Cornwall TR13 9NX t: 01736 762220 Facilities: Family shower & wet room, laundrette, kitchen facilities, play park, games room, pets welcome, WiFi, individual pitches. Open: All year.

Site fees: Contact for details.

HENDRA HOLIDAY PARK Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 4NY t: 01637 875778 Open: 24 March to 30 October

LOOE

NEWQUAY

Cornwall

Cornwall

CAMPING CARADON TOURING PARK Trelawne, Looe, Cornwall PL13 2NA t: 01503 272388 Directions: Situated between Looe & Polperro on the south Cornish Coastline.

Clearly signposted from the A387 and the B3359.

Facilities: Hard standings available, motorhome service point. Bus service to Looe and Polperro from site, disabled and family bathrooms.

Open: Closed November to March. Partly open in December for bookings.

HOLYWELL BAY HOLIDAY PARK Holywell Bay, Newquay, Cornwall TR8 5PR t: 01637 830227 f: 01637 831166 Directions: Follow the M4/M5 to Exeter. Take the A30 signed Okehampton.

Once on dual carriagway take the 1st slip road signed Newquay (A39). Take the 2nd turning at the roundabout signed Newquay (A392). Follow road and take A3075 Redruth. After approx 5 mins, follow sign for Quebert.

Open: 17 March to 31 October Site fees: Contact site for details

LOSTWITHEL

NEWQUAY

Cornwall

EDEN VALLEY HOLIDAY PARK (ADULTS ONLY) Lanlivery, Lostwithel, Nr Fowey PL30 5BU t: 01208 872277 e: edenvalleyholidaypark@btconnect.com w: www.edenvalleyholidaypark.co.uk Directions: 11/2 miles west of Lostwithel on A390, turn right at signpost to Park.

Up road 500m.

Open: 1 April to 31 October Site fees: £19 to £27

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TRELOY TOURING PARK Newquay, Cornwall TR8 4JN t: 01637 872063 Directions: From A30 take A39 to Trekenning roundabout then the A3059 Newquay road. After 4 miles look for sign indicating Treloy Touring Park.

Facilities: Swimming pool, bar with entertainment during peak season, shop, café, children’s play area, laundry, TV/games room.

Nearby: Golf, fishing. Open: May to September Site fees: Contact for details

NEWQUAY

Cornwall

WATERGATE BAY TOURING PARK Watergate Bay, Newquay TR8 4AD t: 01637 860387 e: email@watergatebaytouringpark.co.uk w: www.watergatebaytouringpark.co.uk Directions: 4 miles north of Newquay at Watergate Bay on the B3276 coast road with access to the coastal footpath.

Facilities: Clubroom, indoor pool, evening entertainment. WiFi. Nearby: Golf, surfing, fishing Open: Mid March to end of October Site fees: £16 to £34 inclusive of 2 adults

REDRUTH

Cornwall

GLOBE VALE Radnor, Near Redruth, Cornwall TR16 4BH t: 01209 891183 Open: All year Site fees: £24 to £78 (super pitches available)

REDRUTH

Cornwall

LANYON HOLIDAY PARK Loscombe Lane, Four Lanes, Redruth, Cornwall TR16 6LP t: 01209 313474 Facilities: Electric hook-up, games room, indoor pool (open April to Sept), laundrette, large pitches, pets welcome.

Open: 1 April to 31 October

PENGRUGLA

Cornwall

HELIGAN CARAVAN AND CAMPING PARK Pengrugla, Cornwall PL26 6EL t: 01726 842714 Directions: 6 miles south of St Austell on the B3273. Take the B3273 toward Mevagissey and follow the brown tourist signs to The Lost Gardens of Heligan.

Facilities: Holiday homes, camping/touring, shop, amenity block (hot showers, laundrette, pot wash area, dog shower, drying room).

Nearby: Lost Gardens of Heligan, Mevagissey, Pentewan Sands.

Open: 5 January-10 November Site fees: Minimum price with elec £24.60

PENZANCE

ST AGNES

Cornwall

BEACON COTTAGE FARM TOURING PARK Beacon Dr, St Agnes, Cornwall TR5 0NU t: 01872 552347 e: jane@beaconcottagefarmholidays.co.uk w: www.beaconcottagefarmholidays.co.uk Directions: Leave A30 at Chiverton roundabout and follow B3277 to St Agnes. At mini roundabout turn left and follow signs to park.

Nearby: Spectacular beaches, the Southwest Coast path and National Trust properties. Open: April to October Site fees: From £20

Cornwall

BONE VALLEY HOLIDAY PARK Heamoor, Penzance, Cornwall TR20 8UJ t: 01736 360313 Directions: Leave A30 at Heamoor-Madron roundabout. Take 4th turning on right (Josephs Lane), 800yds turn left into Bone Valley, entrance 200 yards on left.

Facilities: Shop, camper lounge with TV, dogs on leads allowed, toilet shower block, kitchen, microwave, laundry (washers & dryer), hook-ups 16amp, hard standings.

Open: All year Site fees: Contact for details

REDRUTH

Cornwall

CAMBROSE TOURING PARK Portreath Road, Cambrose, Redruth, Cornwall TR16 4HT t: 01209 890747 e: info@cambrosetouringpark.co.uk Facilities: Pleasantly situated in the unspoilt Portreath Valley, approx 1.5 miles from the sandy beaches of Portreath and Porthtowan. Toilets, family shower room, laundry room, heated pool, kid's pool, WiFi, electric hook-up, mains drainage, pool room, adventure play.

Open: Easter-31 October Site fees: £18-£26

ST AGNES

Cornwall

PORTHTOWAN TOURIST PARK Mile Hill, Porthtowan, Truro, Cornwall TR4 8TY t: 01209 890256 Directions: Off A30 signposted Redruth take 3rd exit, go through North Country for 2 miles, site on left as you go up hill.

Facilities: Large level pitches, AA 5 Star & Visit England Gold rated site, 80 pitches, hardstandings, dog friendly, toilets & showers, shop, disabled facilities, dishwashing and laundry room.

Open: 26 March-20 September Site fees: £21-£38

ST AUSTELL

Cornwall

CARLYON BAY CAMPING PARK Cypress Avenue, Carlyon Bay, St Austell, Cornwall PL25 3RE t: 01726 812735 Directions: A30 to Bodmin, A391 to St Austell, A390 toward St Blazey. Turn right onto A3082, follow signs.

Open: Easter to mid-September Site fees: Contact site for details

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Cornwall

WADEBRIDGE

Cornwall

RIVER VALLEY HOLIDAY PARK London Apprentice, St Austell PL26 7AP t/f: 01726 73533 e: mail@rivervalleyholidaypark.co.uk w: www.rivervalleyholidaypark.co.uk Directions: The A30 is the easy route into Cornwall. At St Austell take the B3273 towards Mevagissey. As you enter the village of London Apprentice look out for River Valley Holiday Park on the left hand side.

Facilities: Heated indoor pool, games room, children’s play area, dishwashing & laundry room, toilet block, family bathroom & disabled facilities, cycle trail to the beach. Cafe & farm shop nearby Open: Easter to September

THE LAURELS HOLIDAY PARK Padstow Road, Whitecross, Wadebridge, Cornwall PL27 7JQ t: 01208 813341 Facilities: Electric hook-up, power showers, laundrette, pets welcome, children's play area, individual pitches.

For more info including site fees, please contact site direct.

ST AUSTELL

BARNARD CASTLE

Cornwall

COUNTY DURHAM Home to Durham Cathedral and Castle World Heritage Site, County Durham’s breathtaking countryside and coastline are dotted with cultural treasures.

Co. Durham

PENTEWAN SANDS HOLIDAY PARK Pentewan, St Austell, Cornwall PL26 6BT t: 01726 843485 Directions: 4 miles south of St Austell on the B3273, on the road between St Austell and Mevagissey, directly on Pentewan Beach.

Facilities: Holiday homes, camping/touring, 4 x amenity blocks, 3 x onsite eateries inc. bar, 2 x pools, arcade, tennis court, private beach, shop.

Nearby: Lost Gardens of Heligan, Camel Creek, Eden Project, Charlestown.

Open: 22 March-2 November Site fees: Minimum price p/n for pitch, 2 adults, elec: £26.30

DOE PARK TOURING CARAVAN SITE Cotherstone, Barnard Castle, County Durham DL12 9UQ t/f: 01833 650302 Directions: From Scotch Corner take the A66 west, then the B6277 to Barnard Castle. Facilities: Level sheltered pitches, hardstanding or grass, heated toilet and shower blocks, disabled facilities, baby change, laundry room, local regular bus service, dog walking facilities, Calor Gas exchange. Open: 15 March to 31 October.

Site fees: £28-£35 (for pitch, electric & 2 people)

ST JUST

BARNARD CASTLE

Cornwall

Co. Durham

KELYNACK CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Kelynack, St Just, Penzance, Cornwall TR19 7RE t: 01736 787633 Directions: Signed in valley on B3306 5 miles north of Lands End, 1 mile south of St Just, 6 miles west of Penzance.

Open: All year Site fees: From £8pppn

PECKNELL FARM CARAVAN SITE Lartington, Barnard Castle, Co Durham DL12 9DF t: 01833 638357 Directions: We are 11/2 miles from Barnard Castle on the B6277 to Lartington Road on the right before you reach the village.

Open: April to 31 October Site fees: Contact site for details

ST MAWES

EDMUNDBYERS

Cornwall

Co. Durham

TRETHEM MILL TOURING PARK St Just-in-Roseland, Nr St Mawes, Truro, Cornwall TR2 5JF t: 01872 580504 Directions: From Tregony follow the A3078 to St Mawes. Approx 2 miles after passing through Trewithan look out for caravan and camping signs.

Facilities: Adults only, free WiFi Open: April to October Site fees: £30 to £34

DERWENT VIEW Pow Hill Country Park, Edmundbyers DH8 9NU t: 01207 255117 Facilities: Onsite cafe bar. Glamping, touring, motorhomes. We are located on the south shore of the Derwent reservoir, with breathtaking views. We have a 12 month site license (weather depending).

TRURO

HARTLEPOOL

Cornwall

KILLIWERRIS TOURING PARK (ADULTS ONLY) Penstraze, Truro TR4 8PF t: 01872 561356 m: 07903 702032 Directions: Take the A30 towards Penzance. At Chiverton Cross roundabout, take 3rd exit, signposted Blackwater. In 500 yds, turn left into Kea Down Road, Killiwerris can be found 1 mile on the right.

Open: April to October.

Site fees: £30 to £33. Weekly specials during April/May/October.

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Co. Durham

CRIMDON DENE HOLIDAY PARK A Coast Road, Blackhall, Nr Hartlepool TS27 4BN t: 01429 267801 Directions: From A19, 4 miles south of Peterlee take B1281 to Blackhall through Castle Eden. Turn left after approx ½ mile towards Blackhall. After 3 miles turn right at t-junction onto A1086 to Crimdon. Park is 1 mile on left.

Entrance is signposted.

Open: 18 March-1st week of November Site fees: Contact site for details

CONISTON

CUMBRIA Considered one of the most beautiful regions of the UK, Cumbria includes the Lake District, Eden Valley, the North Pennines, and the Furness Peninsula.

AMBLESIDE

Cumbria

Cumbria

PIER COTTAGE CARAVAN PARK Coniston, Cumbria LA21 8AJ t: 01539 441252 Directions: Half a mile east of Coniston village, off B5285 road to Hawkshead.

Come over cattlegrid and through field towards lake.

Site fees: Contact site for details

KENDAL

Cumbria

SKELWITH FOLD CARAVAN PARK Skelwith Fold, Ambleside LA22 0HY t: 015394 32277 Directions: Leave M6 J36 for South Lakes. Follow A591 to Ambleside. At traffic lights take A5075. Turn left onto A593, Hawkshead, left at Clappersgate onto B5286. Park is 1 mile.

Facilities: Shop, adventure play area, picnic area, pets, laundry, hard-standing, electric hook-up, chemical disposal, WiFi and library. Avanti gas, nature hide. Open: 1 March to 20 November Site fees: From £29.67 to £51.39

WATERS EDGE CARAVAN PARK Crooklands, Nr Kendal, Cumbria LA7 7NN t: 01539 567708 e: stay@watersedgecaravanpark.co.uk w: www.watersedgecaravanpark.co.uk Directions: Junction 36 of M6 motorway, take A65 Kirby Lonsdale. 100 yards to roundabout, left to Crooklands, site 1 mile on right at Crooklands.

Open: 1 March to mid November Site fees: Contact for details

BRAMPTON

KESWICK

Cumbria

CAIRNDALE CARAVAN PARK Cumwhitton, Headsnook, Brampton, Nr Carlisle, Cumbria CA8 9BZ t: 07900 018362 e: terrysirving@gmail.com Directions: Leave A69 at east side of river Eden Bridge. Take u/c road to Great Corby and Cumwhitton. Site is signposted from Cumwhitton.

Open: March to October Site fees: From £24. Check us out on Pitchup to book

Cumbria

CASTLERIGG HALL Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4TE t: 017687 74499 e: info@castlerigg.co.uk w: www.castlerigg.co.uk Directions: Leave M6 at junction 40 and take the A66 to Keswick. Leave the A66 at signs for Keswick. Don’t enter the town but take the A591 signposted Windermere. After 1 mile take the small road on the right signposted Castlerigg Hall, The Heights & Rakefoot. After 1/4 mile you will see us on the right.

Open: Mid March-end October Site fees: See website for prices

Escape, unwind, make memories

Award Winning Park SET SET IN IN THE THE BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL ULLSWATER ULLSWATER VALLEY VALLEY just just above above the the pretty pretty lakeside lakeside village village of of Pooley Pooley Bridge, Bridge, Hillcroft Hillcroft Park Park offers offers year-round year-round and and seasonal seasonal holiday holiday accommodation accommodation to to suit suit all all tastes tastes and and pockets. pockets. Family Family owned owned and and operated operated with with excellent excellent facilities, facilities, Hillcroft Hillcroft is is aa place place to to escape, escape, make make memories memories and and enjoy enjoy precious precious family family time. time.

Onsite Onsite shop shop Play Play park park Pets Pets welcome welcome

Private Private Bathrooms Bathrooms to to hire hire Family Family bathroom bathroom and and baby baby change change Fully equipped laundry Fully equipped laundry and and drying drying room room

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Scenery, Heavy Horses, Hot tubs, with the beach 10 minutes away? Tempted?

Call us to book your holiday!

BAYSTONE BANK FARM CAMPSITE: Close to the Central Lakes ● WigWam Glamping pods with Hot Tubs! ● Fantastic beaches, walks from site ● Close to the Central Lakes ● Dark Skies site ● FIre Pits on every pitch ● Hardstandings for caravans/campers ● A stream runs through it ● Open all year, amazing scenery on a working farm ● Dog Friendly site

British Horse Society Approved Riding Centre Magnificent Shire, Clydesdale and Suffolk PunchHeavy Horses ● Unique worldwide ● Riding and non Riding Experiences to suit all abilities ● Instructional Hacks on the farm, Fells and Beach Riding Experiences ● Hands On Riding Days tailored to suit you! ● Non Rider Days with tours and cuddles! ● Wild Weekend Short Breaks! ● Call us to discuss and book your experience of a lifetime! ● Call to book 07769 588 565 ●

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Cumbria

PENRITH

Cumbria

PENNINE VIEW PARK Station Road, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria CA17 4SZ t: 017683 71717 e: hello@pennineviewpark.co.uk w: www.pennineviewpark.co.uk Facilities: A nicely presented 5* park with full gravel, half gravel/half grass and full grass pitches, all with electric hook-up. Newly refurbished bathrooms with modern showers and facilities. Large disabled and family bathrooms accessible separately.

Onsite bar ‘The Engine Shed’ with extensive outdoor and indoor seating, serving drinks and food from local vendors. Dogs welcome on a lead. Children’s play area, small shop, free WiFi, on site laundry room.

Open: 1 March-3 November Site fees: From £32 for 2 people.

PARK FOOT CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Howtown Road, Pooley Bridge, Penrith CA10 2NA t: 01768 486309 e: holidays@parkfootullswater.co.uk w: www.parkfootullswater.co.uk Directions: M6 leave J40 A66 Keswick Ullswater at roundabout take A592 Ullswater, at t-junction turn left Pooley Bridge, right at church, right at crossroads onto Howtown road 1 mile on left.

Open: Half term February until end of November. Also open over New Year Site fees: £17 to £53

MILLOM

SILLOTH

Cumbria

ESTUARY VIEW ESCAPES The Pier, Borwick Rails, Millom, LA18 4JU t: 01229 771788 m: 07713 530589 e: info@estuaryviewescapes.co.uk w: www.estuaryviewescapes.co.uk Facilities: Estuary View Escapes is a new Camper Van Site situated in Millom, Cumbria, offering stunning views of the Duddon Estuary and surrounding hills.

Tucked away in nature’s embrace, this wild camping site offers a peaceful and calm environment. It is a quiet haven where you can unwind and experience the untouched beauty of the wilderness.

Nearby: Horse riding, cycling, boating, birdwatching, hiking, fishing

Cumbria

MOORDALE PARK Blitterlees, Silloth, Cumbria CA7 4JZ t/f: 01697 331375 Directions: Exit M6 at J41 follow B5305 to Wighton then B5302 to Silloth. Take B5300 south towards Maryport for 1 mile. Moordale Park is on the right by the beach and golf course.

Open: March to early-November Site fees: Contact site for details

SILLOTH-ON-SOLWAY

Cumbria

SOLWAY HOLIDAY PARK Skinnburness Drive, Silloth-on-Solway, Cumbria CA7 4QN t: 01697 331 236 e: solway@cove.co.uk w: www.cove.co.uk/solway Directions: Just off the M6 – Junction 42.

Facilities: Indoor heated swimming pool, live entertainment, restaurant & bar, games arcade, activities centre, shop, play park.

Open: 15 March-4 November Site fees: Contact site for details

MILLOM

Cumbria

BAYSTONE BANK FARM Whicham Valley, nr Millom, Cumbria, LA18 5LY t: 07456 642155 Facilities: 50+ camping pitches (7 with electricity), 7 hardstanding pitches and a Caravan Village with 3 Bespoke Caravans on beautiful wooden decking bases and 3 WigWam® Cabins on the terrace neighbouring our Luxury Timber Roundhouse, with luxurious RotoSpa Hot Tubs. Grass pitches are located alongside a beautiful shallow running stream which is ideal for children to play in. Level pitches, each has its own fire pit area. Showers, toilets, dish washing facilities, water points.

Open: All year.

MILLOM

Cumbria

HARBOUR LIGHTS Moor Moss Lane, Haverigg, Millom, Cumbria LA18 4NG t: 01229 777300 or 774405 Facilities: Conveniently located for exploring the Lake District National Park.

Only 50 yards from dog-friendly beach at Haverigg. T​ he area has a variety of pubs, shops, cafés, along with a great fish and chip shop!

We offer a small number of electric hook-ups.

Open: All year, seasonal touring pitches available Site fees: Contact site for details

SILLOTH

Cumbria

STANWIX PARK HOLIDAY CENTRE Greenrow, Silloth, Cumbria CA7 4HH t: 01697 332666 e: enquiries@stanwix.com w: www.stanwix.com Directions: Entering Silloth follow signs for Stanwix Park.

Open: All year Site fees: £33 to £46

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Cumbria

HILLCROFT PARK Roe Head Lane, Pooley Bridge, Ullswater, Cumbria CA10 2LT t: 01768 486363 See advert on page 199 for more information

ULLSWATER

Cumbria

DERBYSHIRE In Derbyshire, bustling towns and cities are nestled within beautiful countryside, which includes the Peak District National Park and a host of stately homes.

ASHBOURNE

ASHBOURNE

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Derbyshire

BROOMHILL FARM CAMPSITE Broomhill Farm, Foston, Ashbourne, DE6 5HH t: 01283 585390 A spacious peaceful site on a working farm.

Facilities: 5 large grass pitches, shower room and washing up facilities, fresh farm beef and homemade cakes available to purchase Site fees: £15 without electric, £20 with electric per couple, plus two guests £22

SYKESIDE CAMPING AND CARAVAN PARK Brotherswater, Patterdale, Ullswater CA11 0NZ t/f: 01768 482239 Directions: On A592 between Windemere and Ullswater.

Open: All year Site fees: £24 to £37 per night for 2 adults.

35 electric hook-ups available.

Derbyshire

CALLOW TOP HOLIDAY PARK Buxton Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 2AQ t: 01335 344020 e: enquiries@callowtop.co.uk w: www.callowtop.co.uk Directions: Just north of Ashbourne on the A515 Buxton Road.

Facilities: Toilets, showers, pot washing, laundry, heated swimming and paddling pools, shop, pub and restaurant, games room, coarse fishing lake, chemical disposal point. Nearby: Alton Towers, Tissington Trail cycling and walking route, Chatsworth House, Gullivers Theme Park. Open: 22 March to 10 November 2024.

Cumbria

THE QUIET SITE Ullswater, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 0LS t: 017684 86337 Directions: M6 junction 40 A66 for Keswick. A592 for Ullwater. Turn right at lake. Turn right at Brackenrigg Inn. Site on right after 1½ miles. Book in at shop.

Open: All year round Site fees: Call site for details

WASDALE

Cumbria

BELPER

CHURCH STILE FARM & HOLIDAY PARK Nether Wasdale, Cumbria, CA20 1ET t: 01946 726252 e: info@churchstile.com w: www.churchstile.com Directions: From the A595 turn into the village of Gosforth. Follow signs for Nether Wasdale. Down the hill, you’ll pass between 2 pubs and the turning for us is immediately beyond the small church. Facilities: Electric and non-electric pitches, heated showers, children’s play area, woodland, picnic tables, shop and cafe Open: March to October Site fees: £6.50 per adult, £3.50 per child, £12 per motorhome, £10 for electric hook-up.

PACKHORSE CARAVAN PARK Belper Road, Alderwasley, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 2RD t: 01773 852367 Site fees: £15 per night without electric, £25 with electric.

WINDERMERE

BUXTON

Cumbria

PARK CLIFFE CAMPING & CARAVAN ESTATE Birks Road, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 3PG t: 01539 531344 Directions: Please follow these directions, do not use sat nav as sharp bend approaching park. M6, J36 A591 to Barrow. At Newby Bridge turn right onto A592, after 31/2 miles turn right into Birks Road. Park is 1/3 mile on right.

Facilities: Gravel hard standing pitches with water, drainage and electric (10amps). Breakfast restaurant, pop up food trailers, bar and shop (restricted opening low season), launderette, games room, adventure playground.

Free Wi-Fi.

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Derbyshire

LONGNOR WOOD HOLIDAY PARK “Just for adults” Longnor, Nr. Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 0NG t: 01298 83648 Directions: In the Peak National park 1¼ miles from Longnor village off Longnor to Leek Road and is well signposted from village.

Open: 1 March to 10 January Site fees: £30 to £36

SHARDLOW

Derbyshire

SHARDLOW MARINA London Road, Shardlow, Derby DE72 2GL t: 01332 792832 Directions: From M1 North, exit junction 24A (A50 Stoke), from M1 south exit junction 24. Take junction 1 off A50 and at roundabout take 4th exit for Shardlow and Cavendish Bridge, site 1 mile on right immediately before Navigation Inn. Booking essential.

Open: 1 March to 31 January Site fees: Contact site for details

BRIXHAM

Devon

WALL PARK TOURING & CENTRY ROAD CAMPING Centry Road, Brixham, S. Devon TQ5 9ET t: 01803 856389 e: enquiries@centrytouring.co.uk w: www.centrytouring.co.uk Facilities: Toilet, shower and laundry facilities, 16amp electric hook-up, Elson point. We can take bookings online or over the phone Open: 1 March to 31 October

DEVON In addition to beautiful beaches and scenery, you’ll find National Parks, rustic villages and towns, historic ruins, extreme sports and the best in food and drink.

ASHBURTON Devon

BUCKFASTLEIGH

RIVER DART COUNTRY PARK River Dart Country Park, Ashburton, Devon, TQ13 7NP t: 01364 652511 e: info@riverdart.co.uk w: www.riverdart.co.uk Directions: Easy access just off A38 Devon Expressway, Peartree junction, Ashburton. Facilities: Extensive adventure playgrounds, Dare Devil Activities at extra cost, electric hookups, hard standing pitches, free hot showers, family bathrooms, covered washing up areas, laundry rooms, cafe bar, shop, Wi-Fi, games room, well-behaved pets welcome, Dartmoor Bike Park (at additional cost). Nearby: Dartmoor National Park, former stannary town of Ashburton, great beaches, Pennywell Farm, Paignton Zoo, Exeter, Torquay, Plymouth.

Open: 29 March-28 September Site fees: Visit www.riverdart.co.uk for up to date pricing.

BEARA FARM CARAVAN & CAMPING SITE Beara Farm, Colston Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon TQ11 0LW t: 01364 642234 Directions: From Exeter take Buckfastleigh exit. Follow signs to South Devon Steam Railway. Turn first left after 200 metres into Old Totnes Road. 1/2 mile turn right at brick cottages. Sign posted ‘Beara Farm 1 mile’.

Open: All year Site fees: £9 per adult, £4.50 for children

AXMINSTER

Devon

ANDREWSHAYES HOLIDAY PARK Dalwood, Axminster, Devon EX13 7DY t: 01404 831225 e: info@andrewshayes.co.uk w: www.andrewshayes.co.uk Directions: Easy access just off A35, 3 miles Axminster, 6 miles Honiton.

Facilities: Terraced pitches overlooking Blackdown Hills. Heated pool, seasonal bar/restaurant, games room, play areas, shop, dog walking fields.

Nearby: Lyme Regis, River Cottage, Seaton Tramway, Pecorama.

Open: Easter-3 November Site fees: £35 per night inc awning & electric, 2 adults

Devon

BUDLEIGH SALTERTON

Devon

LADRAM BAY HOLIDAY PARK Ladram Road, Otterton, Budleigh Salterton EX9 7BX t: 01395 568398 e: info@ladrambay.co.uk w: www.ladrambay.co.uk Facilities: Private sheltered beach, entertainment and leisure complex, restaurants, bars, takeaway, swimming pool with splash zones, sauna, steam room, adventure playground, climbing wall, Jurassic themed adventure golf, launderette, shop, Wi-Fi, toilet blocks with underfloor heating and family bathrooms, daytime and evening entertainment.

Nearby: Overlooks the unspoilt Jurassic Coast, Ladram Bay. Open: 17 March-30 October.

Site fees: Touring from £12 per night, holiday homes from £230 per week

Do you have a favourite site in England?

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Devon

DAWLISH

Devon

NEWBERRY VALLEY PARK Woodlands, Combe Martin, Devon EX34 0AT t: 01271 882334 Directions: Leave M5 junction 27. Take A361 to North Aller Roundabout. Turn onto A399 to Combe Martin (15 miles). Go through Combe Martin to seaside, continue up hill and turn left into Newberry Valley.

Site fees: From £22 to £48 per night for unit with 2 persons and electric

LADY'S MILE HOLIDAY PARK Exeter Road, Dawlish, Devon EX7 0LX t: 01626 863 411 Facilities: A multi-award winning, family-run park dedicated to giving everyone a holiday to remember. Located in one of the most beautiful parts of Devon and less than a mile from the beautiful ‘Blue Flag’ beaches of Dawlish Warren, our site is in a prime position with easy access to all the local family attractions.

See advert opposite for more information

CROYDE

DAWLISH

Devon

BAYVIEW FARM CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Bayview Farm, Croyde, North Devon EX33 1PN t: 01271 890501 Directions: Leave the M5 at junction 27 - take A361 to Braunton. Turn left B3231 we are on right approaching Croyde village. 5 mins walk to sandy beach, actually in Croyde village.

Open: Easter to October Call for more information please.

CROYDE

Devon

RUDA HOLIDAY PARK Croyde Bay, Devon EX33 1NP t: 01271 890671 Directions: Leave M5 at junction 27 and follow A361 to Barnstaple. From Barnstaple continue along A361 to Braunton, in the centre of Braunton turn left after 2nd set of traffic lights onto the B3231, to Croyde. Ruda is situated at Croyde Bay on Moor Lane.

Open: March to November Site fees: Contact for details

CULLOMPTON

Devon

Devon

LEADSTONE CAMPING Warren Road, Dawlish, Devon EX7 0NG t: 01626 864411 Directions: Leave the M5 at junction 30, take the A379 to Dawlish. As you approach Dawlish, turn left on the brow of the hill signposted Dawlish Warren.

Site is 1/2 mile on the right.

Open: 31 March to 1 October Site fees: £32 per pitch

EXETER

Devon

CASTLE BRAKE HOLIDAY PARK Woodbury, Nr Exeter, Devon EX5 1HA t: 01395 232431 e: reception@castlebrake.co.uk w: www.castlebrake.co.uk Facilities: Castle Inn restaurant and bar with garden area, woodland walk with nature trail, children's play park, amenity block with underfloor heating, family bathrooms, accessible facilities, laundrette, games room.

Nearby: Exe estuary, 1½ miles from Woodbury. Beaches of Exmouth, Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth, city of Exeter. Open: 17 March to 30 October.

Site Fees: Touring from £12 per night, holiday homes from £199 per week.

FOREST GLADE HOLIDAY PARK Near Kentisbeare, Cullompton, Devon EX15 2DT t: 01404 841381 e: enquiries@forest-glade.co.uk w: www.forest-glade.co.uk Directions: M5 Jct 28. A373 Honiton 2½ miles. Turn left after Keepers Cottage pub, 2½ miles, on top of hill in forest. Facilities: Free indoor heated pool, hardstandings, elec/HU, shop, gas, laundry, play areas, hard tennis court. AA 4 pennant, free WiFi. Nearby: Forest and hill walks, fishing, golf, gliding.

Open: Mid March to mid November. Site fees: From £21.50

DARTMOUTH

Devon

WOODLANDS GROVE CARAVAN & CAMPING Nr Dartmouth, South Devon TQ9 7DQ t: 01803 712598 e: holiday@woodlandsgrove.com w: www.woodlandsgrove.co.uk Directions: From M5 at Exeter, follow A38 South. Take Buckfastleigh/ Totnes turnoff. Follow brown signs marked Woodlands Leisure Park, take the Kingsbridge/Dartmouth Road. Left at Halwell on A3122 Dartmouth Road. Two miles down road, Woodlands is on your right.

Facilities: Free entry to Woodlands Family Theme Park! 10 amp elec hook up, all weather & grass pitches, waste water & chem disposal, dogs welcome, caravan storage, bus stop, fresh water & waste points, free showers, family rooms, disabled facs, Wi-Fi, payphone, tourist info, baby changing & bathing, laundries, dish washing, gas bottle exchange, leisure battery charging, games room, cycle trail. Electric Vehicle Charging Points.

Nearby: Dartmouth, Woodlands Falconry Centre, 27 hole golf course, Beaches, pool, sauna and gym ½ mile away. Many attractions and Dartmoor nearby.

Open: 22 March-3 November 2024 Site fees: See website for details

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GREAT TORRINGTON

Devon

SMYTHAM HOLIDAY PARK Little Torrington, Great Torrington EX38 8PU t: 01805 622110 f: 01805 625451 e: info@smytham.co.uk w: www.smytham.co.uk Directions: 2 miles south of Torrington on A386.

Facilities: Family-run park in the heart of rural North Devon. Pets welcome.

Heated facilities block, games room, bar, outdoor heated pool and paddling pool, play area, all weather pitches, hardstanding, fully-serviced and en-suite pitches.

Direct access from the site on to the Tarka Trail. RHS Rosemoor nearby.

Open: March to November Site fees: See website.

HARTLAND

Devon

HARTLAND CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Fore Street, Hartland, Nr Bideford, Devon EX39 6DG t: 01237 441876 m: 07971 421384 Directions: West on A39 from Bideford. Take B3248 to Hartland. On entering village site on left overlooking village, woodlands and Atlantic Coast. Family run.

Fishing on site.

Open: March to October (contact during winter months to see if open)

Devon’s multi-award winning holiday park Visit our Clean Paws Dog Wash

Guests are warmly welcomed to our family-run holiday park. Our spacious pitches offer privacy, parking and space to relax. Choose from fully serviced or non-serviced options.

Facilities include: On-site cafe and shop, play areas, Wi-Fi, pitch & putt and more.

www.oakdown.co.uk

For bookings & enquiries call 01297 680387 Gatedown Lane, Weston, Sidmouth, Devon EX10 0PT

Welcome to

your perfect woodland

The perfect seaside getaway

an idyllic countryside escape

• Fully serviced touring, seasonal & touring pitches

• Fully serviced touring, seasonal & tent pitches

• Buzzing private beach on Devon’s Jurassic Coast

• Stunning East Devon location

• Luxury lodges, holiday homes, glamping

• Luxury lodges, holiday homes, glamping

• Family-friendly facilities, pool & leisure complex, dining and daily entertainment

• Restaurant, play area & shop

• Holiday home ownership from £34,950

• Holiday home ownership from £34,950

Visit ladrambay.co.uk or call us on 01395 568398

visit castlebrake.co.uk or call us on 01395 232431

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ILFRACOMBE

Devon

HIDDEN VALLEY PARK West Down, Near Ilfracombe, North Devon EX34 8NU t: 01271 813837 Facilities: Winner of the Gold David Bellamy Conservation Award, a 5 Star rating by ‘Visit England’, winners of the ‘Holiday Park of the Year’ and just last year we were honoured with the new AA 5 Pennants Award. Whether you are looking for a campsite to pitch your tent or touring caravan spaces, our Devon campsite provides it all. Open: All year Site fees: Call or see our website

KINGSBRIDGE

Devon

ISLAND LODGE CARAVAN & CAMPING SITE Kingsbridge, South Devon TQ7 4BL t: 01548 852956 m: 07968 222007 w: www.islandlodgesite.co.uk Facilities: Peaceful, rural location welcoming families, couples and dogs.

Serviced pitches, modern amenities, family and accessible facilities, dishwashing, laundry room. Small play area. Seasonal pitches and storage. AA five star.

Open: All year. Site fees: From £30

NOMANSLAND

Devon

WEST MIDDLEWICK FARM West Middlewick Farm, Nomansland EX16 8NP t: 01884 861235 m: 07866 511540 e: stay@westmiddlewick.co.uk w: www.westmiddlewick.co.uk Facilities: Stunning views over Exmoor, hardstandings, electric hook-ups, fresh water, toilet and shower block, disabled facilities, outdoor washing up area, public transport stops just outside, fishing, local pubs, food and shops within a mile, farm shop on-site, walks nearby, WiFi available (charges apply), please ask Jo or John for details.

Nearby: Knightshayes National Trust, Tiverton canal with horse drawn barge, Bickleigh Mill, Quince Honey Farm, local farmers markets, and many others.

Open: All year Site fees: Low season: basic £13 per pitch for 2 people, £5 electric, dog £2, children £3.

High season: £20 per pitch for 2 people, all other prices the same as low season.

OKEHAMPTON

Devon

SOURTON DOWN CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Sourton Down, Okehampton EX20 4HT t: 01837 861747 Directions: A30 west past Okehampton take slip road for Tavistock.

Left at bottom then left at sign for Sourton Down. Turn right just before the Pump and Peddle.

Facilities: Toilets and showers, pets, laundry, electric hook-up, chemical disposal, storage facilities.

Open: All year Site fees: From £20-£32

MODBURY

Devon

MOOR VIEW TOURING PARK California Cross, Nr Modbury, Devon PL21 0SG t: 01548 821485 Directions: Leave A38 at Wrangton Cross, left at top of slip road. Moor View is signed thereafter.

Open: All year Site fees: Contact for details

NEWTON ABBOT

Devon

PAIGNTON

Devon

BEVERLEY PARK Goodrington Road, Paignton, Devon TQ4 7JE t: 01803 843887 Directions: M5 to Exeter. A380 to Torquay at the roundabout turn right towards Brixham. Stay on this road for 5.7 miles. Turn right into Goodrington Road, Beverley Park is on right.

Open: All year Site fees: £20-£48

PAIGNTON

Devon

LEMONFORD CARAVAN PARK Bickington, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 6JR t/f: 01626 821242 Directions: Access to Lemonford from the A38 main holiday route into Devon and Cornwall is very straightforward and well-signed.

Open: All year Site fees: From £14.00 including hook-up

HIGHER WELL FARM HOLIDAY PARK Stoke Gabriel, Totnes, Devon TQ9 6RN t: 01803 782289 Directions: From Exeter A380 towards Paignton. Right onto A385 Paignton to Totnes Road. Turn left at Parkers Arms and follow signs.

Open: 1 April to 30 October Site fees: £17.50 to £26 per night

NEWTON ABBOT

PAIGNTON

Devon

ROSS PARK CARAVAN PARK Park Hill Farm, Moor Road, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 5TT t/f: 01803 812983 Directions: From Newton Abbot to Totnes rd A381, at Park Hill Cross Rd turn opp service station, entrance 100yds. Follow brown signs to Ross Park.

Open: 28 March to 15 October Site fees: Available on request

Devon

WHITEHILL COUNTRY PARK Stoke Road, Paignton, South Devon TQ4 7PF t: 01803 782338 Directions: Take A385 through Totnes, turn at the Parkers Arms pub onto Stoke Road. Continue for approx 11/2 miles and Whitehill Country Park is on the left.

Open: 23 March to 2 November Site fees: £17.50-£33.95

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PAIGNTON

Devon

WIDDICOMBE FARM ADULT ONLY TOURING PARK The Ring Road (A380), Compton, Torquay, Paignton TQ3 1ST t: 01803 558325 e: info@widdicombefarm.co.uk w: www.widdicombefarm.co.uk Directions: Follow A380 towards Torquay. At traffic light junc at end of South Devon Link Road take right lane toward Paignton. Right onto Hamlin Way, straight over r'about. Fourth exit at next r'about, follow signs. Facilities: Easy access, all weather pitches, toilets/showers, disabled suites, laundry, shop, restaurant/bar, on-site bus service. Open: 31 March-mid October Site fees: From £24.50 per night

PAIGNTON Devon WIDEND TOURING PARK The Berry Pomeroy Road, Marldon, Paignton, Devon TQ3 1RT t: 01803 550116 e: info@widend.com w: www.widend.com Directions: Follow the A380 Torbay ring road. At the 2nd roundabout, turn right towards Marldon, at next roundabout turn second left into Five Lanes, Singmore House is on the corner. Head towards Berry Pomeroy and Totnes.

Widend is approx one mile from ring road. Facilities: Heated pool, play area, family bar, shop, games room, disabled facilities, low level street lighting, electric hook-up, freshwater taps, waste water points.

SALCOMBE

HARFORD BRIDGE HOLIDAY PARK Peter Tavy, Tavistock PL19 9LS t: 01822 810349 f: 01822 810028 e: stay@harfordbridge.co.uk w: www.harfordbridge.co.uk Directions: Off A386 Tavistock to Okehampton road two miles from Tavistock take the Peter Tavy turn.

Facilities: 33 grass riverside pitches with/without electricity, 65 other grass pitches with/without electricity, 25 serviced hard standings. Escape Pods available. Motorhome service point, free mobile app, free Wi-Fi. Nearby: Golf, horse riding, fishing, swimming, cycle route, two pubs, buses and walking.

Open: 15 March-3 Nov Site fees: From £22

Devon

KARRAGEEN CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Bolberry, Malborough, Kingsbridge, Devon TQ7 3EN t: 01548 561230 e: holiday@karrageen.co.uk w: www.karrageen.co.uk Directions: From Kingsbridge take A381 towards Salcombe. At Malborough turn sharp right through village, follow signs for Bolberry, for 0.6 mile. Turn right at Bolberry (SP Karrageen), past farm sites, then after 0.9 mile, park on right and reception is at Karrageen house on left.

Facilities: Terraced, level and tree lined pitches, many with sea views.

Licensed shop at reception. Family shower room. Beach 1 mile.

NT cliff top walking 3/4 mile. Open: 22 March to 22 September Site fees: From £23

SALCOMBE

TAVISTOCK Devon

Devon

PARKLAND CARAVAN & CAMPING SITE - ADULTS ONLY Sorley Green, Kingsbridge, Nr Salcombe, South Devon TQ7 4AF t: 01548 852723 m: 07968 222008 Facilities: Modern, heated ‘hotel’ style washrooms and accessible facilities.

Premier and deluxe pitches with private amenities. Laundry, dishwashers, campers kitchen and licensed shop. AA five gold pennants. Adults only. NO Dogs.

Glamping available. Bus stop nearby.

Open: All year Site fees: From £35 per night Please see advert on page 206 for more information

SIDMOUTH

Devon

OAKDOWN HOLIDAY PARK Gatedown Lane, Weston, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 OPT t: 01297 680387 Facilities: 5 star including hardstanding pitch, electric hook-up and water for touring and seasonal pitches. 2 amenity blocks with toilets/ showers, unisex disabled facilities/family bathroom, laundry, kitchen and recycling.

Onsite golf course, play areas, café, shop, dog spa. Chargeable WiFi, gas bottle exchange available. Field trail towards Donkey Sanctuary.

Open: 17 March-4 November. Site fees: Please see website.

Please see advert on page 206 for more information

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Devon

LANGSTONE MANOR PARK Moortown, Tavistock, Devon PL19 9JZ t: 01822 613371 e: jane@langstonemanor.co.uk w: www.langstonemanor.co.uk Directions: From Tavistock, take the B3357 Princetown Rd. After approx 1½ miles turn right at crossroads following signs.

Facilities: Peaceful, secluded site with fantastic views. Level, well drained pitches.

Evening meals and bar. Camping pods available.

Nearby: Horse riding, fishing, cycleway, climbing, golf, walking straight onto Dartmoor. Open: 16/03/24 to 02/11/24. Site fees: Contact for details

TIVERTON

Devon

MINNOWS TOURING PARK Holbrook Lane, Sampford Peverell, Tiverton, Devon EX16 7EN t: 01884 821770 e: admin@minnowstouringpark.co.uk w: www.minnowstouringpark.co.uk Directions: Leave M5 at J27 onto A361. After 600m take sliproad signposted Sampford Peverell. At roundabout turn right over bridge.

Site straight ahead.

Facilities: Hook-ups, service pitches, hardstandings, heated toilet block, disabled facilities, laundry, tourist information, WiFi. Nearby: Fishing, walking, cycling, canoeing adjacent. Pubs, shop, golf, buses and trains within walking distance.

Open: March to November Site fees: Contact site for details

BRIDPORT

DORSET Aside from its miles of unspoilt countryside and coastline, Dorset offers a unique range of family attractions such as Monkey World and the Tank Museum.

BLANDFORD

Dorset

THE INSIDE PARK Fairmile Road, Blandford, Dorset DT11 9AD t: 01258 453719 e: mail@theinsidepark.co.uk w: www.theinsidepark.co.uk Facilities: Modern facilities, spacious pitches and a beautiful natural environment. Launderette, free hot water, shop, free WiFi, dogs welcome, children’s playground, caravan storage facilities Open: 1 April to 1 November Site fees: Based on 2 adults sharing with electric.

Low season: £25, high season: £29

BRIDPORT

Dorset

BINGHAM GRANGE TOURING & CAMPING PARK A3066, Melplash, Bridport, Dorset DT6 3TT t: 01308 488234 Directions: From South: Take A35 to Bridport, follow directions to Beaminster via A3066. After 21/2 miles, park entrance on left.

From North: At Beaminster follow signs for Bridport on the A3066. Pass through the village of Melplash. After ½ mile, park entrance on right.

Nearby: Golf, sea/coarse fishing, leisure centre, good walking, West Bay. Open: Mid-March to mid-October Site fees: Call site for details

BRIDPORT

Dorset

HIGHLANDS END HOLIDAY PARK Eype, Bridport, Dorset DT6 6AR t: 01308 426 947 Facilities: A 5* multi-award-winning park situated in a prime clifftop location, with panoramic views over the Jurassic coast and just a short walk to an array of stunning beaches. Enjoy fantastic on-park facilities including a SPAR shop, swimming pool, sauna & steam room, bar & restaurant, children’s soft play and pitch ‘n’ putt course. Open: All year

Dorset

NEWLANDS HOLIDAY PARK Charmouth, Bridport DT6 6RB t: 01297 560259 e: enq@newlandsholidays.co.uk w: www.newlandsholidays.co.uk Directions: From Bristol M5: Exit at J25 Taunton A358 to Chard, Axminster then A35 to Charmouth. Continue on A35 signed Dorchester (bypassing Charmouth village), then take next turning right and Newlands is 50 yards on the left. From London M3: Join M27 then A31 to Ringwood. A35 to Wimborne, Dorchester, Bridport. Chideock, Morcombelake, then left to Charmouth. Newlands is 50 yards on the left.

Facilities: Onsite bar, restaurant, shop, play areas and swimming pool.

Modern facilities, toilets, showers, laundry and baby changing. Three types of electric pitches on grass or hardstanding. Pitches are terraced overlooking the valley near Lyme Regis.

Open: 3 March-3 November Site fees: £26-£62 (one unit, one car, awning and up to 6 people).

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Set in 100 acres of farmland GRASTON COPSE HOLIDAY PARK 2 miles from the open forest Annings Lane, Burton Bradstock, Bridport, Dorset DT6 4QP t: 01308 426 947 Open 1st March - 6th January Facilities: A quiet and secluded countryside campsite hidden in the Bride Valley, but just a short 1 mile riverside walk to the beautiful Hive Beach on the Jurassic Coast and the picturesque village of Burton Bradstock which boasts some wonderful pubs. Enjoy the woodlands, bee hives, rivers and wildflowers in a Tel: 01425 truly tranquil part of672487 Dorset.

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Heated shower block Motorcaravan Drain Point Set in 100 acres of farmland 2 miles from the open forest Poplar Lane, Bransgore, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 8JE Open 1st March - 6th January

Tel: 01425 672487 www.caravan-sites.co.uk

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MANOR FARM HOLIDAY CENTRE Charmouth, Bridport DT6 6QL t: 01297 560226 f: 01297 560429 e: enquiries@manorfarmholidaycentre.co.uk w: www.manorfarmholidaycentre.co.uk Directions: Travelling West on A35 enter Charmouth. Manor Farm. Holiday Centre ¾ mile on right. Facilities: Swimming pools Open: All year Site fees: £23 to £39 basic pitch, £27 to £47 with electric, £34 to £50 super pitch.

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CHARMOUTH

Dorset

MONKTON WYLD TOURING PARK Charmouth, Dorset DT6 6DB t: 01297 631 131 e: holidays@monktonwyld.co.uk w: www.monktonwyld.co.uk Facilities: Multi award winning park near Lyme Regis. 150 pitches inc fully serviced. Play area and dog walking areas.

Open: 10 February to 6 November. Site fees: From £11

OWERMOIGNE

Dorset

SANDYHOLME HOLIDAY PARK Moreton Road, Owermoigne, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 8HZ t: 01308 426 947 Facilities: Set in Thomas Hardy country and surrounded by meadows and farmland, Sandyholme is a great location to explore some of the best places Dorset has to offer, being only a short distance from Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Corfe Castle, the Isle of Purbeck and the seaside resort of Weymouth. On park there is a small wildlife lake with lots of ducks and wild birds, as well as a children’s play park.

SEATOWN

Dorset

GOLDEN CAP HOLIDAY PARK Seatown, Chideock, Bridport, Dorset DT6 6JX t: 01308 426 947 Facilities: Just 150 yards from Seatown beach and surrounded by National Trust land, Golden Cap Holiday Park is the perfect scenic getaway. Walk the coast path up to Golden Cap itself, the highest point on the South Coast and enjoy breath-taking views of the Jurassic Coast. Facilities include a SPAR shop, children’s play area and fishing lake.

CHRISTCHURCH

Dorset

WAREHAM

Dorset

HARROW WOOD FARM CARAVAN PARK Poplar Lane, Bransgore, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 8JE t: 01425 672487 Facilities: Small family park with facilities block, chemical disposal point, disabled wet room, laundry area, motorhome fresh water - filling tap & grey waste disposal. Fresh water points - various across the site.

Open: All year Site fees: From £26 per night

BIRCHWOOD TOURIST PARK Bere Road, Coldharbour, Wareham, Dorset BH20 7PA t: 01929 554763 Directions: Located 3 miles north west of Wareham on the Bere Road (unclassified) in Wareham Forest. Site 2 miles on right from Wareham Train Station. Facilities: Shop, barrier system, two toilet blocks, fully serviced block paved hardstanding pitches, ideal for motorcaravans. Dog friendly.

Open: All year Site fees: On application or visit website

FERNDOWN

WAREHAM

Dorset

ST LEONARDS FARM CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Ringwood Road, West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 0AQ t: 01202 872637 e: enquiries_stleonards@yahoo.co.uk w: www.stleonardsfarmpark.com Facilities: Peaceful, level, well drained site near Bournemouth, Poole & New Forest. Electric hook-ups, shower and toilet block, hard standing pitches. Indoor and outdoor play area, Motorhome/Touring Van Storage and seasonal pitches available. Open: 10 months of the year Site fees: From £22 p/night (2 persons)

WEYMOUTH

LYME REGIS

Dorset

SHRUBBERY TOURING PARK Rousdon, Lyme Regis DT7 3XW t: 01297 442227 Directions: On the A3052 coast road west of Lyme Regis.

Facilities: Electric hook-ups, laundry, shop, gas, play area, disabled facilities, modern toilet and shower blocks, crazy golf, dog walks, hard standings. Two glamping pods.

Open: 1 April to 31 October Site fees: From £14.25

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WAREHAM FOREST TOURIST PARK Bere Road, North Trigon, Wareham, Dorset BH20 7NZ t: 01929 551393 See advert opposite for more information

Dorset

BAGWELL FARM TOURING PARK Bagwell Farm, Chickerell, Weymouth, Dorset DT3 4EA t: 01305 782575 e: enquiries@bagwellfarm.co.uk w: www.bagwellfarm.co.uk Directions: Take B3157 from Weymouth past Chickerell, towards Abbotsbury. Entrance on left 400yds past Victoria Inn. Facilities: Well-stocked shop (groceries, gas, camping equipment, toys & souvenirs), new heated toilet and shower block, family bathrooms, laundry, play area, pets corner, bar/ restaurant, dog walk, rally field, caravan storage, seasonal pitches. New dog shower, Wi-Fi, accessible shower rooms. Nearby: 5 miles to Weymouth’s sandy beach and harbourside restaurants, watersports and many other local attractions. Open: All year Site fees: See website

On the Jurassic Coast in Dorset

Spectacular Views / Open All Year / Dog Friendly Pool, Sauna & Steam Room / Bar & Restaurant

wdlh.co.uk 01308 426947 bookings@wdlh.co.uk

Wareham Forest Tourist Park North Trigon, Wareham, Dorset. BH20 7NZ

www.warehamforest.co.uk 01929 551393 OPEN ALL YEAR Motor Caravanners' Handbook 2024 211

WEYMOUTH

Dorset

PEBBLE BANK 90 Camp Road, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 9HF t: 01305 774844 e: info@pebblebank.co.uk w: www.pebblebank.co.uk Facilities: Pebble Bank Caravan Park is situated less than two miles from Weymouth town centre and its Blue Flag Award beach. We are close to the coastal footpath, on the heritage coast, and the famous Chesil Beach, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Ideal for walkers and bird watchers. Fat Badger Bar and Restaurant. Children's play park. Perfectly placed to enjoy Dorset's beaches.

Modern facilities, lots of green spaces to play.

Nearby: Weymouth 2 miles away. Open: 1 April or Easter until 27 October.

Site fees: £29-£54 per night (based on two people and EHU)

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GLOUCESTERSHIRE Famous for its many beautiful Cotswold towns and villages , Gloucestershire is filled with picturesque views across the River Severn and scenic countryside settings.

HUNTLEY

Gloucestershire

FOREST GATE Huntley, Gloucestershire GL19 3EU t/f: 01452 831192 Directions: At junction on A40 with A4136 in village of Huntley.

Open: May to October

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2023/24 T H I S I S T O C E R T I F Y A R AT I N G O F

:::: 91% The AA Quality Standard recognises the quality, style and range of a campsite’s services and facilities.

AA Gold Pennants are awarded to the very best campsites scoring 90% and above within the 2, 3 ,4 and 5 Pennant ratings.

AWARDED

TO

Pebble Bank Caravan Park WEYMOUTH

Simon Numphud FIH Managing Director AA Hotel & Hospitality Services

SLIMBRIDGE

ESSEX Essex encapsulates the best of Britain’s coast, countryside and market towns. Take a trip on the Colne Valley Railway, small visitor attraction of the year.

COLCHESTER

Essex

WALDEGRAVES FAMILY HOLIDAY PARK Mersea Island, Colchester CO5 8SE t: 01206 382898 e: holidays@waldegraves.co.uk w: www.waldegraves.co.uk Directions: B1025 to Mersea Island. Across the Strood, left to East Mersea and follow tourist signs.

Nearby: Colchester Zoo & Colchester Castle.

Open: 1 March to 30 November. Site fees: Please see website for details.

Gloucestershire

TUDOR CARAVAN PARK Shepherds Patch, Slimbridge, Gloucestershire GL2 7BP t/f: 01453 890483 e: info@tudorcaravanpark.co.uk w: www.tudorcaravanpark.com Directions: From M5 J13/14, follow signs for ‘WWT Wetlands Centre, Slimbridge’.

Site is 1½ miles off A38 at rear of Tudor Arms Pub. Facilities: Spacious shower (free), toilet & laundry block. Elec hook-ups, hard standings, chemical disposal, Calor & Campingaz, pets welcome, ‘Adults Only’ area, shop, cafe, award winning pub & restaurant adjacent. Wi-Fi available. Winner of Practical Motorhome Top 100 Sites 2014, 2016, 2019, 2020 (Gold).

Nearby: Gloucester-Sharpness canal, WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre 5 mins walk, Cotswolds, Forest of Dean, Westonbirt Arboretum, Severn Bore, Bristol.

Open: All year Site fees: From £18.50

TEWKESBURY

Gloucestershire

DAWLEY'S CARAVAN PARK Owls Lane, Shuthonger, Tewkesbury GL20 6EQ t: 01684 292622 Directions: M50 junction 1, A38 south towards Tewkesbury, signposted to right in 11/2 miles.

Open: Easter to October – closed 30th September Site fees: £20 to £30

MERSEA ISLAND

Essex

FEN FARM CAMPING AND CARAVAN SITE Moore Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex CO5 8FE t: 01206 383275 Directions: Take the B1025 to Mersea, enter the island, take the left fork.

Follow signs approx 3 miles. First turning on right past Dog and Pheasant.

Open: 15 March to 2 November Site fees: Low season £20, Mid season £34, High season £40 (not including Bank Holidays)

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HAMPSHIRE

Herefordshire

Filled with beaches, lively markets and award-winning country parks. See the legendary King Arthur’s Round Table, or go on board Nelson’s flagship.

TOWNSEND TOURING PARK Townsend Farm, Pembridge, Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 9HB t: 01544 388527 Directions: The A44 passes directly through the village of Pembridge.We are located 40m inside the 30mph speed limit. Facilities: 5 star, 12 acre park, with luxury heated facilities block. Fully serviced pitches, children's play area, dog walk and amenity area. 21 Peg coarse fishing lake. Farm shop, games lounge.

Mountain bike trails and pump track.

Open: 17 February 2022-3 January Site fees: From £23

ROMSEY

ORCOP

Hampshire

GREEN PASTURES CARAVAN PARK Green Pastures Farm, Ower, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 6AJ t: 02380 814444 Directions: Edge of New Forest. From M27 Junction 2 take Ower direction for ½ mile, then follow our own brown tourist signs. Also signposted off A36 and A3090.

Facilities: Wi-Fi Open: March to October

SOUTHAMPTON

Herefordshire

BURHOPE FARM CAMPSITE (ADULTS ONLY) Burhope Farm, Orcop, Herefordshire HR2 8EU t: 01981 580 275 e: info@burhopefarmcampsite.co.uk w: www.burhopefarmcampsite.co.uk Facilities: Dogs welcome, fishing lake, seasonal & 12 month pitches, fully serviced hard standing pitches with 16 Amp electric hook-up, excellent toilet and shower block with central heating, fire bowls and logs available, WiFi available (small nominal fee). New for 2024 dog run.

Open: All year (excl Xmas and New Year) Site fees: See website

Hampshire

SUNNYDALE FARM CARAVAN PARK & CAMPSITE Grange Road, Netley Abbey, Southampton SO31 8GD t: 02380 457 462 Directions: M27-J8 follow signs to Hamble passing Tesco 1st right into Portsmouth Rd (A3025) pass pub The Plough next right into Grange Rd Caravan Park is half a mile along. Facilities: Fully serviced pitches, hardstanding available on request, toilet, showers and laundry room.

Nearby: Bus stop 5 min walk, train station, pubs, takeaways, Royal Victoria Country Park, beach 1 mile. Open: All year. Site fees: Contact site for details

HEREFORDSHIRE With a stunning natural backdrop, Herefordshire is the perfect place for outdoor pursuits. For a unique tour, why not try the Herefordshire Cider Route?

HEREFORD

Herefordshire

POSTON MILL TOURING PARK Peterchurch, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0SF t: 01981 550 225 Facilities: This award-winning park has excellent on-site facilities such as a pub, shop, toilet/showers, laundry room, dog groomers and free Wi-Fi, and leisure facilities such as pitch and putt and fishing. Hard-standing pitches available, all with water, electric hook up and digital TV connection. Super pitches available with grey waste disposal. Dogs welcome, with 10-acre dog field and walks direct from the site. Open: All year Site fees: From £35 (2 adults) Please see advert on page 224 for more information

KINGTON

Herefordshire

FLEECE MEADOW CARAVAN SITE Mill Street, Kington, Herefordshire HR5 3AL t: 01544 231235 Directions: Turn left off A44 at roundabout in Kington (junction 134355) into High Street. Within 1/2 mile at right bend turn left into Mill Street. Site on left by recreation ground.

Open: 1 April to 31 October Site fees: Contact for details

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ISLE OF WIGHT With countless award-winning beaches, hundreds of attractions and picturesque cycle trails, the Isle of Wight is the perfect island escape.

FRESHWATER

Isle of Wight

HEATHFIELD FARM CAMPING Heathfield Road, Freshwater, Isle of Wight PO40 9SH t: 01983 407822 e: web@heathfieldcamping.co.uk w: www.heathfieldcamping.co.uk Directions: Located 2 miles from Yarmouth ferry port.

Facilities: Shower/toilet facilities with wheelchair access. Playing/games field.

Dog walking meadow. Ideal location for walkers/cyclists and families. Friendly on-site wardens. Generous size flat level pitches.

Open: 1 May to 30 September

Isle of Wight

QUEENBOWER DAIRY CARAVAN PARK Alverstone Road, Queenbower, Sandown, Isle of Wight PO36 0NZ t: 01983 403840 Directions: From A3056 turn into Alverstone Road at Apse Heath, site is 1 mile on left.

Open: May to October Site fees: £7.50 to £11

SHANKLIN

Isle of Wight

LOWER HYDE HOLIDAY PARK Manor Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight PO37 7PJ t: 01983 866131 For more information including site fees, please contact park direct.

THORNESS

Isle of Wight

THORNESS BAY HOLIDAY PARK Thorness Lane, Thorness, Nr Cowes, Isle of Wight PO31 8NJ t: 01983 523109 For more information including site fees, please contact park direct.

RYDE

Isle of Wight

NODES POINT HOLIDAY PARK Nodes Road, St Helens, Ryde, Isle of Wight PO33 1YA t: 01983 872401 Open: 10 February to end November For more information including site fees, please contact park direct.

RYDE

Isle of Wight

KITE HILL FARM CARAVAN AND CAMPING PARK Kite Hill, Wootton Bridge, Ryde, Isle of Wight PO33 4LE t: 01983 883261 e: welcome@kitehillfarm.co.uk w: www.kitehillfarm.co.uk Facilities: Electric hook ups (16 amp maximum), gas refills, chemical disposal point, toilet and showers, disabled facilities, washing machine & tumble dryer, children's play area, dog walking area, dish washing facilities, reception, parking.

Nearby: 3 miles from Ryde with its sandy beaches and attractions. Newport, island's capital is only 4 miles away with shopping centre and historical buildings.

Steam Railway nearby, Cowes yachting centre.

Open: March to October Site fees: £10 per person per night, per child (5-15yrs) £5 per night, under 5s free, electric hook-up per night £5

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KENT

Because of its abundance of orchards and hop gardens, Kent is traditionally known as "The Garden of England". More than a quarter of the county forms part of two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

ASHFORD

Kent

BROADHEMBURY Steeds Lane, Ashford, Kent TN26 1NQ t: 01233 620859 w: www. broadhembury.co.uk Facilities: Broadhembury offers the discerning motorhomer true comfort, whatever the season. 5 star graded separate family park and adults meadows; generous hardstandings and fully serviced pitches to choose from. See our website for super ‘couples’ and ‘over 60s’ discounts.

Open: All year. Nearby: Our location is excellent for exploring Kent, and further afield, with easy motorhome parking in nearby Ashford & Canterbury. The Kentish coast, world famous castles, gardens & vineyards are all in easy reach. Channel tunnel just 20 minutes away, Dover only 30 minutes.

MAIDSTONE Kent

LITTLEBOROUGH

THE FINCHES CARAVAN AND CAMPING PARK Chartway Street, Kingswood, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 3DN t: 01622 844388 e: thefinchescaravanandcampingsite@yahoo.com w: www.kingswood-caravans.co.uk Directions: Just 2 miles from J8 of the M20. Facilities: Washing up room, laundry, showers and toilets, wheelchair friendly wetroom, indoor games room, children’s outdoor play area. Nearby: Leeds, Dover and Hever castles,Howletts & Port Lympne animal park, museums, galleries, restaurants, pubs and more!

Open: 364 days a year

HOLLINGWORTH LAKE CARAVAN PARK Round House Farm, Rakewood, Littleborough, Lancashire OL15 0AS t: 01706 378661 Directions: M62 exit 21 Milnrow then follow Hollingworth Lake Country Park signs. At The Fishermans Inn/The Wine Press take Rakewood Road, then second on right.

Open: All year Site fees: £10 to £25

PADDOCK WOOD

LYTHAM

Kent

HOP FARM CAMPING & TOURING PARK The Hop Farm, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood, Kent TN12 6PY t: 01622 870838 e: touring@thehopfarm.co.uk w: www.thehopfarm.co.uk/stay Directions: Only a few minutes from the M25 and M20. Centrally located and a step away from Continental Europe via Eurotunnel/Dover.

Facilities: Spacious pitches in 500 acres of countryside. EHUs, brand new showers and toilets, hardstandings.

Nearby: Pub/restaurant within walking distance. Many local attractions.

Riverside frontage for paddleboarding/kayaks. Pleasure boat hire nearby.

Open: All year round Site fees: From £22.50

See the famous Blackpool Illuminations, enjoy the beauty of the Forest of Bowland, or climb the famous Pendle Hill –and finish up with a refreshing pint of real ale.

Lancashire

CLAYLANDS CARAVAN PARK Weavers Lane, Cabus, Garstang, Nr. Preston PR3 1AJ t/f: 01524 791242 Directions: Off M6 Jct 33 South approx 4 miles on the A6, past a fish and chip shop on the left, then after second garage turn left up Weavers Lane. Drive to the end of lane.

Open: 15 February to 31 January Site fees: From £22

KIRBY LONSDALE

Lancashire

THE LITTLE ORCHARD CARAVAN PARK Shorrocks Barn, Back Lane, Weeton, Kirkham, Preston PR4 3HN t: 01253 836658 w: www.littleorchardcaravanpark.com Directions: Leave M55 J3 N on A585 for Fleetwood. 1/2 mile Ashiana Tandoori restaurant on right, turn left into Greenhalgh Lane 1/2 mile to T junction. Turn right, first left to entrance. Facilities: 57 caravan pitches, 12 service pitches, all hardstanding, electric hook-ups, toilets, showers, disabled facs. Ideal for mature campers and quiet families. Family run, quiet country setting, overlooks fields and woodland. Open: February to December.

Site fees: From £28 depending on size of van. No electric £26

THORNTON-CLEVELEYS

LANCASHIRE

GARSTANG

Lancashire

Lancashire

NEW HOUSE CARAVAN PARK Cowan Bridge, Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire LA6 2HR t: 01524 271590 Directions: Take A65 Kirby Lonsdale to Skipton road, 2 miles past Kirkby Lonsdale, turn right into site entrance. 300 yards past Whoop Hal Inn. Open: All year Site fees: Contact for details

Lancashire

STANAH HOUSE CARAVAN PARK River Road, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancs FY5 5LR t: 01253 824000 Directions: M55 to J3. Follow signs for Fleetwood, A585. At traffic lights turn right. Continue to r-about. Turn right for Little Thornton and Stanah Picnic Area.

After 1mile, turn right into Stanah Road. Continue through 2nd mini r-about onto River Road. At Wyre Estuary Country Park, park is 3rd on right.

Open: March to October Site fees: From £19

LEICESTERSHIRE A beautiful county in the heart of England, Leicestershire offers many attractions such as the National Space Centre, Twycross Zoo and the Great Central Railway.

KIMCOTE

Leicestershire

ROSEMARIE CARAVAN SITE Lutterworth Road, Kimcote, Leicestershire LE17 5RZ t: 07931 946296 or 01455 553448 Facilities: The half acre site with 10 pitches (6 with elec) is set beside a large, tranquil pond, on a level grass area. Near the small market town of Lutterworth, sprawling countryside surrounds the site with plenty of footpaths, local amenities and country pubs. Dogs welcome on leads.

Open: 1 May to end of October.

Site fees: £22 per night (with elec and fishing with 1 rod). £15 without.

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Leicestershire

WATERLOO FARM LEISURE Harborough Road, Great Oxendon, Market Harborough LE16 8NB t: 01858 434098 e: info@waterloofarmleisure.co.uk w: www.waterloofarmleisure.co.uk Facilities: Family-run, picturesque rural retreat nestled on the border of Northamptonshire & Leicestershire • Self-catering log cabins • Purpose-built fishing lakes • Licensed tea room on-site serving homemade meals and treats • Convenience shop open 7 days a week • Direct access to the Brampton Valley Way Cycle Track • Market Harborough just 25 min walk away.

MARKET RASEN

Lincolnshire

MARKET RASEN RACECOURSE CARAVAN PARK Legsby Road, Lincolnshire LN8 3EA t: 01673 842307 Facilities: Situated within the racecourse boundary and on the Lincolnshire Wolds. Lovely clean facilities, seasonal pitches and grass electric pitches, 53 in total. Dog friendly and children’s play area.

Open: 13 March to 25 October

SPALDING

Lincolnshire

DELPH BANK TOURING PARK Exclusively for adults – Old Main Road, Fleet Hargate, Holbeach, Spalding, Lincs PE12 8LL t: 01406 422910 Directions: Leave A17 for Fleet Hargate, B1515 and follow signs to centre of village and look for Delph Bank sign at park entrance.

Open: April to October Site fees: From £21.50

SPALDING

LINCOLNSHIRE

Lincolnshire

England’s second largest county offers the iconic Lincoln Cathdral, a rich aviation history in the Heart of Lincolnshire and world-class fishing in the Fens.

LAKE ROSS CARAVAN PARK AND FISHERY West Pinchbeck, Spalding, Lincs PE11 3NA t: 01775 761690 Facilities: Family run, delightful and quiet caravan park situated in a small tranquil lakeside location in the midst of open Lincolnshire countryside. Tent, caravan and motorhome pitches, electric hook-ups, toilet and hot shower, gas refill,bar and restaurant, fishing lake, dogs welcome. Open: Closed January Site fees: £23/night for elec hookup for motorhomes and touring caravans.

Tent/pitches with electric £18/night. Without electric £15/night

DONCASTER Lincolnshire

SUTTON-ON-SEA

LINDHOME LAKES COUNTRY PARK Don Farm West Carr Epworth, nr Doncaster, North Lincolnshire DN9 1LF t: 01427 875555 Facilities: 450 fishing pegs over 9 well stocked lakes, onsite restaurant, laundrette, tackle store, convenience store, new large shower and toilet block, on site fishing Professionals offering advice and tuition. Under 5s Park, dog exercise area. Holiday homes to rent or purchase. 130 touring pitches. Online booking system for caravan and camping. Please see advert opposite for more info

CHERRY TREE ADULTS ONLY SITE Huttoft Road, Sutton-on-Sea, Lincolnshire LN12 2RU t: 01507 441626 Directions: 11/2 miles south of Sutton on A52 to Skegness.

Open: 3 March to 3 January Site fees: Contact site for details

NEWARK

WADDINGHAM

Lincolnshire

CAMPER UK LEISURE PARK Church Road, Swinethorpe, Newark NG23 7EE t: 01522 702651 e: john.yates@camperuk.co.uk w: www.camperukleisurepark.co.uk Facilities: Peaceful dog-friendly site in the Lincolnshire countryside. On the National Cycle Route 64, 20 minutes’ drive away from Lincoln. Well-stocked fishing pond surrounded by benches; lots of local walks; wildlife watch. Centrally heated facilities block with male, female and disabled toilets and showers. Utility Room.

Glamping Pods and Holiday Accommodation Available Availability. Large rally field.

Available to book for group rallies and events.

Open: All year Site fees: Grass pitch without electric £19 per night. Grass pitch with electric £27 per night. Standard hardstanding pitch with electric £27 per night.

Large hardstanding pitch with electric £29 per night

Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire

BRANDY WHARF LEISURE PARK Brandy Wharf, Waddingham, Lincolnshire DN21 4RT t/f: 01673 818010 Directions: From north: M180 J4 take A15 to Lincoln to B1205. Follow signs for Waddingham & Brandy Wharf. From south: A15 from Lincoln to Scunthorpe.

At B1205 turn right for Waddingham & Brandy Wharf. Site on left at bad bend just before bridge.

Open: All year Site fees: £18 for motorcaravan

Do you have a favourite site?

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NORFOLK From the bright lights and seaside fun of Great Yarmouth, to the tranquility of the Norfolk Broads and the rich cultural heritage of Norwich, Norfolk has it all.

BANHAM

Norfolk

APPLEWOOD COUNTRYSIDE PARK Kenninghall Road, Banham, Norfolk, NR16 2HE t: 01953 715319 Facilities: FREE awnings, WiFi and ‘Freezer Pack’ service. Dogs welcome. On-pitch parking. Hot showers, plenty of toilets. Designated accessible pitches and facilities.

Laundry and washing-up facilities. Children’s play trail. Undercover Games Den. Discounted tickets to local attractions. Onsite shop offering basic camping essentials and Calor gas. Park membership which entitles you to discounted pitches and special offers. Secure undercover storage facility. Rally fields and facilities. CaSSOA silver award. Please see advert on page 219 for more information

CLIPPESBY

450 fishing pegs over 9 well-stocked lakes • On-site restaurant • Laundrette • Tackle store • Convenience store • New large shower & toilet block • On-site fishing professionals offering advice & tuition • Under 5s park • Dog exercise area • Holiday homes to rent or purchase • 130 touring pitches

01427 875555 www.lindholmelakes.co.uk www.lindholmelakes@hotmail.com (Online booking available) Lindhome Lakes Country Park, Don Farm West Carr Epworth, nr Doncaster, North Lincolnshire, DN9 1LF

Norfolk

CLIPPESBY HALL Clippesby, Norfolk NR29 3BL t: 01493 367800 e: holidays@clippesby.com w: www.clippesbyhall.com Directions: Just off the B1152 between Acle and Potter Heigham, turning opposite Clippesby village sign. Entrance 500 yards on right.

Facilities: Electric hook-up, showers, laundrette, bar, games room, play area, tennis courts, table tennis and restaurant.

Open: Campsite and self catering open all year Site fees: From £19

NORTH NORFOLK’S UNIQUE COASTAL HOLIDAY PARK DENVER Norfolk LAKESIDE CARAVAN PARK Sluice Road, Denver, Norfolk PE38 0DZ t: 07790 272978 e: bookings@westhallfarmholidays.co.uk w: www.lakesidedenver.co.uk Facilities: 4 star AA approved site with electrical hook ups and Elsan point offers, showers, washing machine, tumble dryer (all coin operated), toilets, washing up area, Wi-Fi, kid's play area and on-site camp shop. We have 8 lakes, storage facilities, seasonal pitches and a hair salon. New for 2024: car charger points.

Open: All year Site fees: From £20 per night, £25 on the front of the lake, dogs are £1 per night. £2 per visitor per day.

Touring Pitches and Beach Huts in Stunning Surroundings Just a leisurely stroll from the hustle and bustle of Wells town, our 5 star holiday park is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with golden sandy beaches and the Holkham National Nature Reserve right on the doorstep. pinewoods.co.uk

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HUNSTANTON Norfolk

EVERGLADES CARAVAN PARK AND FISHING LODGES Ely Road, Denver, Downham Market PE38 0DW t: 07791 606090 e: bradley.florido@aol.co.uk w: www.evergladescaravanpark.co.uk Facilities: Everglades caravan park is a quiet and peaceful site located in West Norfolk, in a historic village of Denver. The Everglades provides a restful and peaceful stay for families, cyclists, fishermen and wildfowlers.

We welcome all touring caravans and motorhomes. We also let 3 modern day fishing lodges on the caravan park which over look the main lake, just a couple of steps out of your front door. With 3 well stocked lakes and quality fishing.

SEARLES LEISURE RESORT South Beach Road, Hunstanton PE36 5BB t: 01485 534211 f: 01485 533815 w: www.searles.co.uk Directions: A149 King’s Lynn to Hunstanton. Follow B1161 to South Beach at 1st rdbt. At 2nd rdbt go further 20m, turn left into resort.

Facilities: Variety of pitches and hook-ups, swimming pools including an indoor splash pool. Variety of bars and restaurants, 9 hole golf course, fishing lakes and so much more. A great base for exploring the local area, situated just 200yds from the beach. Nearby: Searles Seatours, Sandringham House, Norfolk Lavender, Sealife Centre, RSPB Reserves.

Open: All year excluding Christmas Site fees: £18 to £100 per night.

GREAT YARMOUTH

KING’S LYNN

Norfolk

Norfolk

BURESIDE HOLIDAY PARK Boundary Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk NR29 3BW m: 07587 771314 or 07747 041153 e: info@bureside.com w: www.bureside.com Facilities: Bird and wildlife sanctuary, private lake, private slipway, electric hookup, explore the broads, working farm, conservation, walking, boating, fishing, swimming pool, table tennis and pool table, play area, dinghy park, toilets, showers, disabled toilets. Nearby: 6 miles to the coast, 15 miles to Norwich, 8 miles to Great Yarmouth Site fees: Please contact the site

DIGLEA CARAVAN PARK LTD Beach Road, Snettisham, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE31 7RA t: 01485 541367 e: info@digleacaravanpark.com w: www.digleacaravanpark.com Directions: Take A149 King’s Lynn/Hunstanton road approximately 101/2 miles turn left at sign marked Snettisham Beach, park 11/2 mile on left.

Facilities: Family and pet-friendly site. Laundrette, washing up points, elsan points, an onsite shop, food van, and multiple toilets and shower blocks.

Open: March to October Site fees: From £17

GREAT YARMOUTH

KING’S LYNN

Norfolk

GRASMERE CARAVAN PARK Bultitudes Loke, Caister On Sea, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk NR30 5DH t: 01493 720382 e: grasmere-wentworth@hotmail.com w: www.gmcpww.co.uk Directions:From Great Yarmouth on A149, enter Caister at Stadium roundabout, after 1/2 mile turn sharp left at house colour washed blue.

Facilities: 46 pitches, with some all-weather pitches laid with ¾ Stone or Granite Chip. All pitches are generally hard and well drained.

Each pitch has its own service point with water tap, foul water drain, electric and TV point. We offer a free WiFi system Open: April to October Site fees: Contact for more details.

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KING’S LYNN CARAVAN AND CAMPING PARK New Road, North Runcton, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE33 0RA t: 01553 840004 e: klcc@btconnect.com w: www.kl-cc.co.uk Directions: 1½ miles from Hardwick rndbt where A47, A10, A149 and A17 meet, in direction of Norwich, first right off A47 into North Runcton.

Facilities: 5 star, modern shower blocks, underfloor heating, laundry room, WiFi, shop, Megapods and Lodges. Ideal for exploring Norfolk/The Fens. Rallies welcome.

Bus stop outside site. Nearby: Sandringham House, RSPB reserves and National Trust properties. Open: All year Site fees: From £15

NORWICH

Norfolk

WHITLINGHAM BROAD CAMPING & GLAMPING Whitlingham Lane, Norwich, Norfolk NR14 8TR T: 07794 401591 Attractive Norfolk broads location Nearby: 2 miles from Norwich city centre Facilities: On-site showers and toilets, shop and cafe. Now accepting motorhomes up to a max of 7m in length. Situated on National Cycle Route 1 Open: All year Site fees: From £4-£12.50 per night

SWAFFHAM

Norfolk

BRECKLAND MEADOWS TOURING PARK (ADULTS ONLY) Lynn Road, Swaffham, Norfolk PE37 7PT t: 01760 721246 Directions: One mile west of Swaffham Centre on old A47. Small, friendly and very clean. Rural but within walking distance of Swaffham.

Open: All year Site fees: From £25 per night for caravans and motorhomes. Includes 2 people, awning, electric hook-up, WiFi, and dogs.

SYDERSTONE

Norfolk

THE GARDEN CARAVAN SITE (ADULTS ONLY) Barmer Hall Farm, Syderstone, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE31 8SR t: 01485 578221 m: 07788 438968 e: nlmason@tiscali.co.uk w: www.gardencaravansite.co.uk Directions: Take A148 either from Kings Lynn or Fakenham and turn off at Fourwinds Garage to Docking/Hunstanton on B1454.

Open: March to December Site fees: £12 per person per night, electric £6 per pitch per night

NORTHUMBERLAND Explore the world-famous Hadrian’s Wall, stroll around grand gardens and stately homes or enjoy a spot of birdwatching or star spotting in this historic county.

BAMBURGH

Northumberland

WAREN CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Waren Mill, near Bamburgh, Northumberland NE70 7EE t: 01668 214366 e: waren@meadowhead.co.uk w: www.meadowhead.co.uk Facilities: Heated shower/WC area, covered washing up area, launderette, licensed shop, bar, restaurant, games room, splash pool, play areas, nature trail, fully serviced pitches, elsan disposal.

Open: March to November.

Site fees: From £12 per night. Book online at www.meadowhead.co.uk

Don’t forget to mention the Motor Caravanners’ Club Handbook when booking your site WAXHAM Norfolk

WOOLER

WALNUT FARM TOURING PARK & HOLIDAY LETS Coast Road, Waxham, Norfolk, NR12 0EG t: 01692 598217 e: info@walnutfarmwaxham.co.uk w: walnutfarmwaxham.co.uk Directions: Walnut Farm is on Coast Road, between Sea Palling & Horsey.

Martham 5 miles, Stalham 6 miles, Great Yarmouth 12 miles, Norwich 20 miles.

Facilities: Walnut Farm is a small, quiet, family run, dog friendly site offering a range of accommodation to offer everyone the perfect holiday. We have direct pedestrian access to the golden sand of Waxham beach (1km) and also a 1.5 mile circular farmland walk which includes a picturesque stretch of river bank.

Horsey Mere, the closest of the famous Norfolk Broads is only 2 miles away. The spectacle of the famous Horsey Seal colony can also be witnessed on Waxham beach.

HIGHBURN HOUSE COUNTRY HOLIDAY PARK Burnhouse Road, Wooler, Northumberland NE71 6EE t: 01668 281344 Directions: From A1 take A697 35 miles to Wooler. Turn left onto high street, 200 metres along high street turn left onto Burnhouse Road. Park is 400 metres on left.

Open: March to November Site fees: Contact for details

WELLS-NEXT-THE-SEA

BILSTHORPE

Norfolk

PINEWOODS Beach Road, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1DR T: 01328 710439 Beach holidays under bright blue skies. Pinewoods’ idyllic location between the pine-topped sand dunes of Wells-next-the-Sea beach and the bustling town makes it the perfect base for your next north Norfolk holiday. Pitch up on the spacious touring field and you can hire one of the colourful beach huts too!

Please see advert on page 217 for more information

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NOTTINGHAMSHIRE Hear legendary tales of Robin Hood and experience the magic of Sherwood Forest.

Enjoy local produce in vibrant market towns and visit England’s oldest pub.

Nottinghamshire

ROBIN HOOD RETREAT Bilsthorpe, Nottinghamshire, NG22 8TY t: 01623 871 457 Facilities: Toilets, free showers, outside pot wash, laundrette, chemical waste disposal, small shop, play area.

Nearby: Nottinghamshire, Sherwood Forest.

Open: All year Site fees: From £23

GUNTHORPE

Nottinghamshire

MOLLINGTON

Oxfordshire

ORCHARD PARK TOURING & CAMPING Marnham Road, Tuxford, Newark, Nottinghamshire NG22 0PY t: 01777 870228 f: 01777 870320 Directions: From A1 Tuxford exit, follow brown tourist signs, in 1/2 mile turn right into Marnham Road. Site on right after 1/2 mile.

Facilities: Large wooded play area, launderette, outside pot wash, small shop, walking distance to pub.

Open: All year Site fees: From £25

ANITA’S TOURING CARAVAN PARK The Yews, Mollington OX17 1AZ t: 01295 750 731 e: info@anitascampsite.co.uk w: www.oxfordshirecamping.co.uk Facilities: 4 star touring caravan park with 36 to 40 lovely spacious grass and hardstanding pitches with EHUs of 10 and 16 amps. Toilet facility is a tumble brick building with flower filled troughs outside. Disabled toilets also available. Spacious fully tiled shower cubicles. On-site shop. Free use of a small freezer for ice-blocs.

Gas exchange is available. We welcome well behaved dogs but they MUST be on a lead at all times. Wi-Fi available. Nearby: Oxford, Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden, Silverstone Race Circuit, Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park, easy access by car or train to Oxford, Stratford upon Avon, Warwick, The Cotswolds, Blenheim Palace, Oxford Union Canal.

Open: From Feb to mid December. Please contact for details on opening during winter months.

Site fees: From £30

RETFORD

STANDLAKE

RIVERDALE PARK Gunthorpe Bridge, Gunthorpe NG14 7RP t: 01159 665173 Directions: 6 miles east of Nottingham. Follow signs to Gunthorpe village from A6097.

Facilities: Electric hookup and showers.

Open: 1 March to 7 January Site fees: From £15 with electric, £13.50 without

NEWARK

Nottinghamshire

Nottinghamshire

OLIVE TREE CARAVAN AND CAMPING PARK Main Street, Clarborough, Retford DN22 9NJ t: 01777 703415 Facilities: On site shop, electric hook-up, toilets & shower block, outside pot wash.

Open: All year Site fees: From £23

Oxfordshire

LINCOLN FARM PARK High Street, Standlake, Oxfordshire OX29 7RH t: 01865 300239 Directions: From A40 take Witney exit. Take A415 follow signs for Standlake 4 miles, at Standlake petrol station turn left, Park in 300 yards.

Facilities: Electric hook-up, indoor pool, shop, play area, launderette, showers.

Open: February to November Site fees: Contact site for details

OXFORDSHIRE Renowned for its history and heritage, Oxfordshire’s attractions include Blenheim Palace, the Oxfordshire Cotswolds and the shopper’s paradise of Bicester Village.

HENLEY ON THAMES

Oxfordshire

SWISS FARM TOURING & CAMPING Marlow Road, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire RG9 2HY t: 01491 573419 Facilities: Modern heated facility blocks. Fully serviced pitches, free WiFi. Motorhome service point. Dog washing point. Laundry room. Dish washing.

Chemical toilet emptying points. On-site café.

Nearby: Ideally located for visits to London, Oxford and Windsor.

Open: 10 February 2023 to 5 December 2023. Site fees: From £27.50 See advert opposite for more information

Fully serviced pitches Holiday home hire Lakeside cabins Licensed café

Call us on 01491 573419 swissfarmhenley.co.uk

Enjoy a relaxing holiday in the Oxfordshire countryside

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RUTLAND Nestled in quaint countryside, England's smallest county has a lot to offer those wanting to escape the hustle and bustle.

Here you'll find nature reserves and watersports, shopping and stately homes.

OAKHAM

Rutland

RUTLAND CARAVAN AND CAMPING PARK Park Lane, Greetham, Oakham, Rutland LE15 7FN t: 01572 813520 e: info@rutlandcaravanandcamping.co.uk w: www.rutlandcaravanandcamping.co.uk Directions: Do not use sat nav after B668 as this will take you along narrow lanes unsuitable for large vehicles. From the A1 turn off north or southbound onto the B668 towards Greetham village. Turn right at the crossroads (sign posted Rutland Caravan and Camping, take 2nd left).

Facilities: All pitches serviced, hardstanding and grass pitches, electric hook-up, heated indoor swimming pool, dog shower, indoor games room, adults only and family fields, heated facilities block, disabled facilities, baby changing, dishwashing, laundry room, tourist info, shop, Wi-Fi, walks.

Open: All year

SHROPSHIRE Tucked away on the English and Welsh border, Shropshire is a peaceful and unspoilt idyll, filled with gardens, castles and museums.

BRIDGNORTH

Shropshire

Shropshire

NEWNES TOURING CARAVAN PARK Ellesmere, Shropshire SY12 9HH t: 01691 624464 w: www.thenewnes.co.uk Facilities: Fantastic location, beautiful elevated views. ½ a mile walk to the historic market town Ellesmere. Known for its stunning 9 glacial Meres and canal.

Small family run site with first class facilities. Serviced 25 level grass or H/S pitches, fishing pool. Stunning walks, great cycling and lots of site seeing. Rallies welcome, Seasonal pitches, for adults only. Open: All year

LUDLOW

Shropshire

LUDLOW TOURING PARK Overton Road, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 4AD t: 01584 878788 Facilities: Featuring excellent on-site facilities such as a shop, toilet/showers, laundry room and free Wi-Fi, this award-winning park has a mixture of hardstanding and grass pitches, all with electric hook up and digital TV connection.

Super pitches also available with water and grey waste disposal plus adult only section. Dogs welcome, dog walk on park. 1.5 miles from Ludlow town centre.

Open: All year.

Site fees: From £35 (2 adults). Please see advert on page 224 for more info

LUDLOW

Shropshire

WESTBROOK PARK Lynch Lane, Little Hereford, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 4AU t: 01584 711280 e: info@westbrookpark.co.uk w: www.westbrookpark.co.uk Facilities: Pretty site on the banks of River Teme. Fully-serviced, spacious hardstanding pitches. River Teme fishing. Perfect for walkers & bird watchers. Showers/ toilets, dishwash & laundry. Children's play area. Dogs welcome. Nearest pub is 2 miles away.

Nearby: 15 mins to Ludlow, 30 mins to Hereford.

Open: March to the end of November Best Parks Site fees: £30-£38 per night for up to 2 people

SHREWSBURY

Shropshire

STANMORE HALL TOURING PARK Stourbridge Road, Bridgnorth, Shropshire WV15 6DT t: 01746 761761 Facilities: With a mixture of hard standing and grass pitches available, all with electric hook up, this award-winning park features excellent on-site facilities such as a shop, toilet/ showers, laundry room and free Wi-Fi. Super pitches available with water, grey waste disposal and digital TV connection, plus adult-only section. Dogs welcome, dog walk available on park. 2 miles from Bridgnorth town centre.

Open: All year Site fees: From £35 (2 adults). Please see advert on page 224

OXON HALL TOURING PARK Welshpool Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY3 5FB t: 01743 340868 Facilities: This award-winning park features a mixture of hard-standing and grass pitches, all with electric hook up. Super pitches available with water, grey waste disposal and digital TV connection, plus adult-only section. Excellent on-site facilities include a shop, toilet/showers, laundry room and free Wi-Fi. Dogs welcome, dog walk on park. Adjacent to park and ride into Shrewsbury. Open: All year.

Site fees: From £35 (2 adults). Please see advert on page 224 for more info

CRAVEN ARMS

SHREWSBURY

Shropshire

KEVINDALE Broome, Craven Arms, Shropshire SY7 0NT t: 07896 624713 Directions: From A49 at Craven Arms to B4368 to Clun 2 miles fork left onto B4367 1 mile crossroads turn right under rail bridge into Broome Village. Centre village turn right into Kevindale alongside bungalow.

Open: April to September Site fees: Contact site for details.

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WESTLEY HOUSE FARM Hem Lane, Westley, Shrewsbury SY5 0AL t: 01743 791263 Facilities: Fully-refurbished. Adults only, dog friendly, no toilet/shower block, hardstanding, fishing on site.

Open: 1 February-31 December Site fees: Contact site for details.

Exclusively for adults

The Poole family welcomes you to their award winning tranquil Touring Park.

Shropshire’s only 5 Pennant AA Premier Park and 5 Star Park, exclusively for adults.

Shropshire boasts some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. If you enjoy walking, the ‘Shropshire Way’ passes by the Park. Or perhaps a visit to Shrewsbury, a couple of miles away, with its wealth of historic building’s, museums and shops.

Award-winning facilities include:

Grass or fully-serviced hardstanding pitches • The Croft Bar & Restaurant Dog Walking Area • Fishing pools • Launderette Luxury Toilet and Showers • Heated Indoor Swimming Pool & Steam Room

01939 210370 mail@beaconsfieldholidaypark.co.uk www.beaconsfieldholidaypark.co.uk

In the heart of Exmoor National Park

BURROWHAYES FARM CARAVAN & CAMPING SITE AND RIDING STABLES

West Luccombe, Somerset TA24 West Porlock, Luccombe, Minehead, Porlock, Minehead, Somerset TA24 8HT 8HT

BURROWHAYES FARM www.burrowhayes.co.uk

Here at Uphill Marina & Touring Park, you will find well-kept, level pitches with wonderful views of our salt water marine lake and the area that surrounds this friendly site. Shower & toilet blocks • Chemical waste facs • Hardstandings & elec hook-up • Open all year • Dogs welcome • Free WiFi • Close to shops, pubs, a restaurant and 200m from the beach

CARAVAN & CAMPING SITE AND RIDING STABLES

Select family site in awww.burrowhayes.co.uk delightful National Trust setting, just 2 miles from the coast.

Surroundings moors & Popular family site in a delightful National setting, just 2 milesand fromchildren the coast. play woods provide a Trust walkers paradise Surroundings moors & woods provide a walkers & explore safely.

Pony trekking from the site. paradise and children play & explore safely.

Good little shop. & disabled StablesHeated offer ponyshower trekking for all abilities.

Heated shower disabled Camping and baby facilities, laundrette & pot block wash.withTouring, laundrettehardstandings & pot wash. changingFully facilities, & Motorhome pitches. serviced Sites for Tourers, tents and motorhomes with available. Caravan Holiday Homes for hire. hook-ups. Caravan holiday homes for hire.

Tel: 01643 862463 Tel: 01643 862463 Email: info@burrowhayes.co.uk info@burrowhayes.co.uk

01934 418617 Book online at: www.uphillmarina.co.uk

Explore t he Beauty of Shropshire & Herefordshire...

Tel: 01743 340868

Pet-Friendly

Tel: 01584 878788

Award Winning Parks

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Tel: 01746 761761

Flexible Cancellation Policy

Tel: 01981 550225

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CHARD

SOMERSET Lauded as the ‘Jewel of the South West’, Somerset is home to dramatic coastline, countryside and tourist favourites such as Wookey Hole Caves and Cheddar Gorge.

BATH

Somerset

ALPINE GROVE WOODLAND PARK Forton, Chard, Somerset TA20 4HD t: 01460 65079 w: www.alpinegrovetouringpark.com Facilities: A unique woodland touring site in South Somerset close to the Devon and Dorset borders and just 20 mins from Lyme Regis and the Jurassic coast. Level pitches with electric, family friendly, dog friendly, and firepit friendly with an on-site shop selling local produce. Outdoor heated swimming pool (May-Sept), children’s play area, local walking and cycle routes. Open: Easter to October Site fees: From £19 excluding electric

Somerset

BATH CHEW VALLEY CARAVAN PARK (ADULTS ONLY) Ham Lane, Bishop Sutton, NE Somerset BS39 5TY t: 01275 332127 Directions: From A368, on entering Bishop Sutton, turn into Ham Lane opposite Red Lion pub, entrance 200mtrs on left.

Facilities: 5 star touring park. Fully serviced and hardstanding pitches set amongst lawns, shrubs and flower beds. Solo bathroom suites. Local shop and pub, onsite dog walk, 10m from Bath, Bristol, Wells and Cheddar. Open: All year Site fees: From £28 per night for 2 people. Booking essential.

BREAN SANDS

Somerset

CHEDDAR

Somerset

HOLIDAY RESORT UNITY Coast Road, Brean Sands, Somerset TA8 2RB t: 01278 751235 w: www.hru.co.uk Facilities: An award-winning holiday destination in Somerset. Just off the M5 junction 22 (near Weston-Super-Mare). Fully serviced & hardstanding pitches available. Swimming pool, golf course, gym, fishing lake, kid's indoor play centre, Costa coffee, pet friendly, restaurants, under-floor heating in the showers and just a short walk to the sandy beach and Brean Theme Park.

Site fees: Please see website

RODNEY STOKE INN (ADULTS ONLY) Rodney Stoke, Nr Cheddar BS27 3XB t: 07710 609010 Directions: On A371 half way between Cheddar and Wells.

Open: 1 March to 31 October.

Site fees: Contact for details

BRIDGEWATER

DULVERTON Somerset

Somerset

BURTON SPRINGS FISHING AND HOLIDAYS Burton, Bridgwater, TA5 1QB t: 01278 732135 e: burtonsprings@yahoo.co.uk w. www.burtonsprings.co.uk Facilities: A dog/family friendly tranquil surrounding, close to the Somerset coast. With 13 hardstanding electric motorhome pitches and 4 grass campervan electric pitches. 8 individual toilet/shower facilities. A small emergency onsite shop and games room. We are perfect for that away from it all, quiet country stay.

BURNHAM-ON-SEA

Somerset

DIAMOND FARM HOLIDAY PARK Weston Rd, Brean, Burnham-on-Sea TA8 2RL t: 01278 751794 e: info@diamondfarm.co.uk w: www.diamondfarm.co.uk Facilities: Situated on a 100-acre family farm, with cows and horses grazing in the fields and uninterrupted views over to Weston Super Mare and the Mendips, but only ¾ mile from the 8 miles of sandy beach at Brean. Camping and caravan pitches with electric, free showers, laundry, washing up, on-site shop, two cafes, play park, farm walks, River Axe fishing, bus stops, WiFi. Nearby: Local pubs, beaches within walking distance, Animal Farm, Cheddar Caves & Gorge, Wookey Hole caves, Clarks VIllage shopping, Burnham-On-Sea, Weston-Super-Mare.

Open: March to October

EXE VALLEY CARAVAN SITE Bridgetown, Dulverton TA22 9JN t: 01643 851432 e: info@exevalleycamping.co.uk w: www.exevalleycamping.co.uk Directions: From A396, 5 miles North of Dulverton, take turning towards the river in centre of Bridgetown Facilities: Flat spacious ADULTS ONLY site, with every pitch beside the River Exe or the Millstream. Showers, laundry, washing up, shop, M/h service station, bus service, fly fishing, walks from site, free WiFi, best dog-walk.

Nearby: Good pubs, Exmoor National Park for beauty, wildlife and walking Open: 15 March to 14 October '24 Site fees: £23-£31 inc electric

GLASTONBURY

Somerset

GREENACRES CAMPING Barrow Lane, North Wootton, Nr Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 4HL t: 01749 890497 Directions: A39 Glastonbury to Wells, turn at Brownes Garden Centre follow campsite sign. A361 follow North Wootton and campsite sign.

Open: May to September Site fees: £26 per night for 2 adults

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Somerset

WELLS

Somerset

SOUTHFORK CARAVAN PARK Parrett Works, Martock, Somerset TA12 6AE t: 01935 825661 Directions: From M5– exit J25. A358 towards Ilminster. A303 towards London.

First roundabout take first exit. Follow camping signs. From east A303. Exit 1/2 mile after Cartgate roundabout (Juct A3088). Follow camping signs.

Open: All year Site fees: See website for details

EBBORWAYS FARM Pelting Road, Priddy, Wells, Somerset BA5 3BA t: 01749 676339 Directions: Following A39 south DO NOT turn right at Green Ore. (Satnav will tell you to turn) go straight on and take next left.

Facilities: Water, chemical disposal, composting toilets. Real camping. Pitch anywhere. Good pub, and farm shop serving breakfast.

Open: All year.

Site fees: From £8 per adult per night, £4 per child per night (aged 3-15)

MINEHEAD

WESTON-SUPER-MARE

Somerset

Somerset

BURROWHAYES FARM West Luccombe, Porlock, Minehead, Somerset TA24 8HT t: 01643 862463 Facilities: Select family site in a delightful National Trust setting, just 2 miles from the coast.Surrounding moors & woods provide a walker’s paradise and children play & explore safely. Pony trekking from the site. Good little shop.

Heated shower & disabled facilities, laundrette & pot wash. Touring, Camping & Motor-home pitches. Fully serviced hardstandings available. Caravan Holiday Homes for hire. Contact us via our website for more information and please see our advert on page 224

COUNTRY VIEW HOLIDAY PARK Sand Road, Sand Bay, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset BS22 9UJ t: 01934 627595 w: www.cvhp.co.uk Directions: 10 mins from Junction 21 of the M5 Facilities: Large heated outdoor swimming pool, licensed bar with sun patio, children’s play area, new shower and toilet facilities.

Open: All year Site fees: Contact for details

MINEHEAD

WESTON-SUPER-MARE

Somerset

Somerset

HALSE FARM CARAVAN & TENT PARK Winsford, Minehead, Somerset TA24 7JL t: 01643 851259 e: mcc@halsefarm.co.uk w: www.halsefarm.co.uk Directions: From A396: follow caravan signs from Bridgetown. Turn L at Winsford SP. In village turn L and bear L past Royal Oak Inn (NOT over ford). 1 mile up hill, entrance on left. Facilities: Heated toilet block, showers, disabled WC, laundry, elec hook-ups, chem disp, kid’s play area.

Open: 12 April to 31 Oct Site fees: £10 per adult, £3,50 per child, £20 per motorhome (2 adults), £26 with elec hook-up (2 adults).

UPHILL MARINA Weston-super-Mare BS23 4XR t: 01934 418617 Directions: Approx 6 miles from the M5, follow Weston-super-Mare signs, then Uphill, and our site sign in on the left in the village. Facilities: Family run. 25 hardstanding pitches with EHU and additional grass overflow for summer months.

Set around pretty saltwater lake. On cycle route 33, 200m from beach. Local shop, 2 pubs and restaurant. Showers, toilets, chemical waste, fresh water, WiFi, dog friendly. Please see advert on page 224 Open: All year Site fees: £24-£35 up to 2 people with EHU

TAUNTON

YEOVIL

Somerset

WATERROW TOURING PARK ‘EXCLUSIVELY FOR ADULTS’ Bouchers Farm, Waterrow, Wiveliscombe, Somerset TA4 2AZ t: 01984 623464 Facilities: This multi-award winning beautifully landscaped park is perfect for a peaceful and tranquil get away. All 40 pitches are hardstanding, spacious, level with 16A electric hook up, TV booster system with privacy and lovely views of the surroundings. There are 26 fully serviced pitches plus WiFi is available throughout.

Country Inn in walking distance. Don't use satnav. Open: All year Site fees: £19-£37.50

Somerset

LONG HAZEL PARK (ADULTS ONLY) High Street, Sparkford, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 7JH t: 019634 40002 Facilities: 12 serviced pitches. Our level hardstandings all have 16 amp electric hook up and water standpipes nearby. We can accommodate the largest RVs and fifth wheels. Access is via a double-laned private road and is well signposted from the A303. The park entrance is gated and locked overnight. Camping spares shop, tourist info, laundry facilities. WiFi available. Open: All year Site fees: £29 per night (standard pitch)

Award Winning Holiday Resort in Somerset

Please visit www.hru.co.uk or call our friendly team on 01278 751 235 Holiday Resort Unity, Brean Sands, Somerset TA8 2RB

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Discover Camping at Alton Water

In the heart of the Suffolk countryside

• Explore 8 miles of nature trails • Refuel at our cafés • Hire bikes

The very best in facilities:

• Have a go at watersports • Go fishing Book now

Alton Water Campsite, Holbrook Rd, Stutton, Ipswich IP9 2RY

Run Cottage Touring Park

7 hardstanding pitches • Can now take up to 3 RVs • Families welcome • 26 level pitches on 2 acres • Seasonal pitches for £1,730 • Family-run • Quiet and secluded • A sun-trapped valley in the heart of ‘1066’ country • Easy access to beach and historical sites • Residential homes for sale Covid pro fog sterilise machine now installed to keep all our facilities clean and sterilised Meadowview Park, Crazy Lane, Sedlescombe, Battle, East Sussex TN33 0QT T: 01424 870147

AD UL TS ON LY

01394 411309

Alderton Road, Hollesley, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 3RP www.runcottage.co.uk • info@runcottage.co.uk

All electric hook-ups • Open all year • Dog exercise area • 20 fully-serviced pitches • Toilet & Shower block • Luxury Glamping Pods • Tourist information area • 1.5 miles from shingle beach • Village shop & pub within easy walking distance

Close to the town of Woodbridge, we are a small, family-run touring park with 45 pitches.

Set in a 4.5-acre parkland setting with a large pond and views over open farmland. We offer peace and tranquillity. A place to escape the hustle and bustle of today’s busy lifestyle.

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SUDBURY

SUFFOLK Suffolk, the county that sees the sunrise, is teeming with beaches, forests, meadows and heaths. Pay a visit to Lowestoft, the country’s most easterly town.

FELIXSTOWE

Suffolk

PEEWIT CARAVAN PARK Walton Avenue, Felixstowe IP11 2HB t: 01394 284511 Directions: A14 to junction 62 Felixstowe, straight on towards seafront (Walton Avenue) entrance on left 100 yards.

Site fees: Please contact site

IPSWICH

Suffolk

ALTON WATER CAMPSITE Holbrook Rd, Stutton, Ipswich, IP9 2RY Facilities: 88 caravan and camping pitches all available with electric hook-up, plus brand-new furnished bell tents with electric hook-up. Modern facilities block, activities centre and cafés on site.

See advert on page 227 for more information

SAXMUNDHAM

Suffolk

MILL HILL FARM CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Westleton Road, Darsham, Saxmundham, Suffolk IP17 3BS t: 01728 668555 e: millhillfarmcamping@live.co.uk w: www.millhillfarm.net Facilities: Quiet touring site close to the Suffolk Coast and RSPB Minsmere.

Spacious pitches with on site dog walks, accessible fishing, toilets and heated showers. On site shop, laundry, WiFi hotspots and motorhome disposal point.

Self-contained camping pods also available. Calor gas stockist.

Open: Easter-31 October

SAXMUNDHAM

Suffolk

HAW WOOD FARM CARAVANS AND CAMPING Hinton, Saxmundham IP17 3QT t: 01502 359550 e: info@hawwoodfarm.co.uk w: www.hawwoodfarm.co.uk Facilities: Spacious level grass serviced pitches. Fully serviced hardstandings, motorhome service point, dog walking meadow, luxurious bathrooms including family rooms and disabled access. Onsite shop and cafe, free Wi-Fi, children’s play area and table tennis, laundry, fire pits and woodland walk. Peaceful and family friendly.

Open: 14 January-1 March Nearby: Conveniently close to the A12, surrounded by Suffolk countryside and just a few miles from the coastal towns of Southwold, Aldeburgh, Dunwich and RSPB Minsmere.

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Suffolk

WILLOWMERE CARAVAN PARK Bures Road, Little Cornard, Sudbury CO10 0NN t: 01787 310422 Directions: Leave Sudbury on the B1508 park is 2 miles along Cornard road, entrance on left.

Facilities: Laundrette, showers, electric hookup.

Open: March to November Site fees: Contact for details

THEBERTON

Suffolk

CAKES & ALE HOLIDAY PARK Abbey Lane, Theberton, Suffolk IP16 4TE t: 01704 215446 e: bookings@harrisonholidays.com w: www.harrisonholidays.com Facilities: Nestled in the perfect spot with countryside and coast, Cakes & Ale offers the ideal retreat. Our modern facilities include underfloor-heated wet rooms and fully serviced pitches. Relax at the Yoxford Boys Bar, stock up at our shop, enjoy our golf driving range, tennis courts, two outdoor play areas.

Nature lovers and pet owners will adore the 45 acres of dog walking, including our 5 acre recreational field and dog exercise area. Situated near the two beautiful coastal towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh, enjoy exceptional fresh seafood and miles of unspoilt coastline and dog friendly beaches.

Site fees: £3,100

WOODBRIDGE

Suffolk

RUN COTTAGE TOURING PARK Alderton Road, Hollesby, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 3RQ t: 01394 411309 Open: All year See advert on page 227 for more information

SUSSEX Combining coast, countryside and lively cities, Sussex is home to the site of the Battle of Hastings, as well as numerous antique shops and farmer’s markets.

ARUNDEL

Sussex

SHIP & ANCHOR MARINA Ford, Arundel, West Sussex BN18 0BJ t: 01243 551262 Directions: From A27 at Arundel take road south signposted Ford. Site 2 miles on left after level crossing.

Open: March to October Site fees: Contact for details

BATTLE

Sussex

HORAM

Sussex

MEADOWVIEW PARK Crazy Lane, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0QT t: 01424 870147 e: matthewdighton@gmail.com w: www.meadowviewpark.info Directions: South A21 past B2244 100yds left on Blackbook garden centre in “1066”country. Facilities: 26 level pitches with electricity, 6 new hardstandings, toilets & showers, disabled facilities. Washing machine, tumble dryer, chemical emptying point, etc. Residential homes available. Nearby: Historical town of Battle. Hastings’ fish market and Shipwreck Heritage Centre. Camber sands, the finest sand in the south. The Romney, Hythe, Kent and East Sussex Railway for Steam enthusiasts. Sedlescombe’s Organic and award winning Carr Taylor’s Vineyards. National Park owned Bodiam Castle and Sissinghurst Castle Garden. Site within easy reach of ferry ports Newhaven and Dover.

Open: March to October Site fees: £22 to £25. £1,830 per year.

HORAM MANOR COUNTRY PARK Horam, Nr Heathfield, East Sussex TN21 0YD t: 01435 813662 Directions: On the A267 at Horam, 3 miles south of Heathfield and 10 miles north of Eastbourne.

Open: All year.

Site fees: Call for details.

BEXHILL-ON-SEA

LANCING

Sussex

Don’t forget to mention the Motor Caravanners’ Club Handbook when booking your site Sussex

COBBS HILL FARM CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Watermill Lane, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex TN39 5JA t: 01424 213460 Directions: Park to the north of Bexhill, turning sign posted off the A269 down Watermill Lane, 1 mile on left.

Facilities: Hardstandings, electric hook-up, laundry and showers.

Open: April to October Site fees: Contact for details

THE BARN CARAVAN PARK Old Salt Farm Road, Lancing, West Sussex BN15 8JG t: 07801 694064 Facilities: A medium sized site. A short walk from Lancing where shops and pubs are located. Free showers with hot water. Dogs allowed on a lead.

Nearby: Several beaches nearby and 7 miles outside Brighton.

Open: All year

CHICHESTER

NORTHIAM

Sussex

Sussex

ELLSCOTT PARK Sidlesham Lane, Birdham, Chichester, West Sussex PO20 7QL t: 01243 512003 Directions: Family run site situated 3 miles south of Chichester in rural setting.

Take A286 Chichester to Witterings road turn left towards Sidlesham in 1/3 mile on right.

Facilities: Electric hook-ups, 50 pitches.

Open: 1 April or Easter to 2 October Site fees: £20 to £25

ROTHER VALLEY CARAVAN AND CAMPING PARK Station Road, Northiam, East Sussex TN31 6QT t: 01797 253997 e: office@rothervalleypark.co.uk w: www.rothervalleypark.co.uk Facilities: Electric hook up pitches, glamping, toilet and shower block, wastewater disposal, chemical waste disposal point, site shop selling ice cream/ drinks/basics during high season, small play area, woodland path, picnic area.

Dogs welcome but must be kept on a lead. View of steam railway.

Open: March-mid Feb. Site fees: From £25.50 per night.

HORSHAM

PEVENSEY

Sussex

SUMNERS PONDS FISHERY & CAMPSITE Barns Green, Horsham, West Sussex RH13 0PR t: 01403 732539 e: bookings@sumnersponds.co.uk w: www.sumnersponds.co.uk Facilities: Hard standing, Lakeside & Grass pitches with Electric hookups.

Childrens play area, dogs welcome, WiFi, High Quality Shower blocks with Disabled access. On site Café, Dog Paddocks and 5 Fishing Lakes.

Nearby: Horsham, Goodwood, Brighton, Chichester and Worthing Open: All year Site fees: See website for details

Sussex

FAIRFIELDS FARM CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK (ADULTS ONLY) Eastbourne Road, Westham, Pevensey, East Sussex, BN24 5NG t: 01323 763165 e: enquiries@fairfieldsfarm.com w: www.fairfieldsfarm.com Facilities: An award winning rural touring caravan and camping park set on a working farm near to Eastbourne. We provide good, clean facilities in peaceful surroundings. On site you will find a duck pond, farm pets, and beautiful lakeside walk. The family run-park offers an excellent base from which to explore the stunning scenery and diverse attractions of South East England. Free Wifi available. Special offers available.

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MALMESBURY

WARWICKSHIRE A region rich in culture and heritage, in Warwickshire you will find castles, cathedrals, numerous museums and art galleries, as well as cosy public inns.

BARTON

Warwickshire

COTTAGE OF CONTENT COUNTRY PUB CAMPSITE 15 Welford Road, Barton B50 4NP t: 01789 772279 Open: 1 March-31 October

MERIDEN

Wiltshire

BURTON HILL CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Arches Lane, Malmesbury, Wilts SN16 0EH t/f: 01666 826880 Directions: Take junction 17 of M4, 5 miles north to Cirencester, 1/2 miles south of Malmesbury on A429 opposite Malmesbury Primary Care Trust. Turn in to Arches Lane by 30/40 mph sign.

Facilities: Heated toilet & shower block & washing-up area, chemical disposal, motorcaravan waste dump station, electric hook-up. Dogs welcome (on lead).

Open: Easter to end of October Site fees: Contact for details.

WORCESTERSHIRE

The county that gave its name to a famous sauce, Worcestershire borders Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, the West Midlands, Warwickshire and Gloucestershire.

Warwickshire

SOMERS WOOD CARAVAN PARK (ADULTS ONLY) Somers Road, Meriden CV7 7PL t: 01676 522978 e: enquiries@somerswood.co.uk w: www.somerswood.co.uk Directions: A45 Birmingham to Coventry turn right onto A452 at next roundabout turn left onto B4102. Park is 1/2 mile on left.

Facilities: Fully serviced pitches, showers, laundry facilities and electric hook-up.

Open: 1 February to 30 November 2024 Site fees: From £28 per night

MALVERN

STOURPORT ON SEVERN

WILTSHIRE

Worcestershire

KINGSGREEN CARAVAN PARK Berrow, Malvern, Worcestershire WR13 6AQ t: 01531 650272 Directions: M50 heading south off J2 left on A417 towards Gloucester. 1/2 mile turn left to (Malverns) keep straight for 1 mile site on right.

Facilities: Showers, electric hook up, laundrette, fishing on site.

Open: March to October. Site fees: £22 to £25 p/night with electricity. £18 to £20 p/night without electricity (on Bank Holidays).

Worcestershire

Wiltshire is home to a high concentration of prehistoric sites, including Stonehenge and Avebury, as well as England’s first safari park and tallest cathedral spire.

LINCOMB LOCK CARAVAN PARK Titton, Stourport On Severn, Worcestershire DY13 9QR t: 01299 823836 Directions: A4025 from Stourport on Severn, 1/2 mile from town, turn right at signs on left hand bend. From A5/A449 left at Crossway Green along A4025, after 11/2 miles turn left at signs.

Open: 1 March to 9 January static / 1 March to 31 October for tourers Site fees: £26-£39

CHIPPENHAM

WORCESTER

Wiltshire

PICCADILLY CARAVAN PARK Folly Lane West, Lacock, Chippenham, Wiltshire SN15 2LP t: 01249 263164 e: info@piccadillylacock.co.uk w: piccadillylacock.co.uk Directions: Turn off the A350 Chippenham/Melksham road into Folly Lane West. It is signposted to Gastard with a caravan symbol.

Facilities: Beautifully maintained park in a peaceful setting. 10mins walk from the National Trust village of Lacock. Booking available via website.

Open: 1 April to 31 October Site fees: From £28

DILTON MARSH

Wiltshire

FAIRWOOD LAKES HOLIDAY PARK Fairwood Road, Dilton Marsh, BA13 4EL t: 01373 826792 Facilities: All have electric hook-up, 10 amps in the Touring Field and 16 amps in the Main Arena. Pitches 1-7 are in the Main Arena and carry water and electric. They are well situated for the children’s play area and cafe. The main WC and shower block are nearby. Check in is after 2pm, by 6pm please. Check out strictly by 10am please.

Site fees: Contact for details

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Worcestershire

SEABORNE LEISURE Court Meadow, Kempsey, Worcester, Worcestershire WR5 3JL t: 01905 820295 Directions: M5 J7 signed to Worcester west. A38 to Tewkesbury. At Kempsey village crossroads, turning to church street. Follow road around, sign posted on left.

Open: 1 March-31 October Site fees: Contact for details

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NABURN

YORKSHIRE

Yorkshire

With three National Parks, Yorkshire is all about the great outdoors. You’ll also find great golf, castle ruins, unique breweries and mining museums.

NABURN LOCK CARAVAN PARK (ADULTS ONLY) Naburn, Yorkshire YO19 4RU t: 01904 728697 Directions: Just off the A19 and the A64 York ring road, near the York Designer Outlet, go A19 signed York, Fulford, University 200 yards/180 metres turn left on B1222.

Facilities: Showers and toilets, chemical disposal, laundrette, disabled facilities, washing up facilities and well stocked shop with newspapers, bread, milk and lots more.

Site fees: From £30 per night with electric

BOROUGHBRIDGE

SCARBOROUGH

Yorkshire

BLUEBELL CARAVAN PARK Kirby Hill, Boroughbridge, York YO51 9DS t: 07946 549529 Facilities: Electric hook-up, showers Site fees: From £18

DONCASTER

Yorkshire

HAXEY QUAYS Haxey Road, Doncaster DN10 4BA t: 01427 890100 Facilities: 25 acres of peaceful waterfront land. Ideal location for casual camping and caravan rallies on our Camping and Caravan Club Certified five van site, with a modern shower and toilet block. We can take rallies of up to 100 caravans on our main site and a further 400 caravans on our rally fields. Golf, fishing and boating nearby. Across the road you will find 'The Haxey Gate'pub.

Open: All year Site fees: £19 per night with electric

FILEY

Yorkshire

CAYTON VILLAGE CARAVAN AND MOTORHOME CLUB SITE Mill Lane, Cayton, Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO11 3NN t: 01723 583171 Directions: A64-B1261 to Cayton Village, once in Cayton, turn left into Mill Lane. Park is 150 yards on the left. A165 Scarborough to Filey turn inland at Cayton Bay roundabout, park 1/2 mile on right.

Facilities: Electric hook-up, water hook-up and drainage. Dog walk, on bus route, adjoining village. Playground. Beach nearby.

Site fees: Please contact site.

Yorkshire

SCARBOROUGH

Yorkshire

LEBBERSTON TOURING PARK Filey Road, Lebberston, Scarborough, N. Yorks YO11 3PE t: 01723 585723 Directions: From A64 – when approaching Scarborough, take right turn for B1261 at Morrisons supermarket proceed in the direction of Filey. We are signposted through the village of Lebberston.

Open: March to October Site fees: Contact site for details

SHEFFIELD

Yorkshire

CROWS NEST HOLIDAY PARK Gristhorpe, Filey, North Yorkshire YO14 9PS t: 01723 582206 Facilities: A family friendly park situated on the beautiful Yorkshire coast between Scarborough and Filey. Heated indoor swimming pool, children's play area, family bar, live entertainment, lounge bar, fish & chip shop, supermarket, dog park, WiFi, local bus service.

Open: March-November Site fees: Please contact for details.

Please see advert on page 232 for more information

WALESWOOD CARAVAN AND CAMPING PARK Delves Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S26 5RN t: 01709 808100 Facilities: 5 Pennant Gold Award Touring Site with 163 pitches overlooking Rother Valley Country Park. Dog friendly. Licenced coffee shop, free Wi-Fi, short distance from the M1 Motorway Junction 31. Within walking distance to Gulliver’s Valley Theme Park, within 1 mile to watersports, golf and excel lent cycle and walking routes. Open: All year Site fees: From £25 a night.

Please see advert on page 232 for further information

HARROGATE

SKIPTON

Yorkshire

RUDDING HOLIDAY PARK Follifoot, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG3 1JH t: 01423 870439 w: ruddingholidaypark.co.uk Directions: 3 miles south of Harrogate between A61 and A661.

Facilities: Onsite family pub, outdoor heated swimming pool, golf, shop, children’s playground, outdoor park and electric hook-up, pets welcome.

Open: March to January Site fees: Contact for details.

Yorkshire

HOWGILL LODGE CAMPING, GLAMPING AND CARAVANNING PARK Barden, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 6DJ t: 01756 720655 Facilities: Howgill Lodge is situated in a completely rural position, set among the rolling hills of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales and yet is within easy reach of many local attractions and places of interest. A great selection of flat hardstanding and grass pitches with electric and outstanding views, free wi-fi throughout site, 5* toilet and shower block, kitchen washup area and laundry facilities, small on-site shop selling local products, morning coffee shop and dog friendly. 4 luxury lodges with hot tubs also available to hire. Nearby: The quaint villages of Appletreewick and Bolton Abbey. 2 local country pubs, Brownie Barn, Parcevall Hall Gardens, Footpath to Simons Seat lookout point and much more. Open: 1 April to 31 October Site fees: From £32 per night

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WALESWOOD CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK AT ROTHER VALLEY COUNTRY PARK

Open All Year

10% discount when you book online for stays until 19th December 2024 using the code MC2024 www.waleswood.co.uk Rally organisers please email: booking@waleswood.co.uk for booking availability and prices quoting Motor Caravanning Handbook 2024

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SKIPTON

Yorkshire

WOOD NOOK CARAVAN PARK Skirethorns, Threshfield, Skipton BD23 5NU t: 01756 752412 Facilities: Gravel hardstanding, heated facilities. Just 2 miles from Grassington in the Yorkshire Dales, new home of James Herriot. Beautiful walking direct from the park. Open: 1 March until December. Site fees: From £26 per night.

Metered electric - fairer for everyone.

Please see advert below for further information

STAMFORD BRIDGE

An ideal base to explore the Yorkshire Dales

Yorkshire

WEIR CARAVAN PARK Stamford Bridge, York YO41 1AN t: 01759 371377 Directions: Turn left off A166 on entry to village.

Facilities: Electric hook-up, gas cylinders available, toilets and showers.

Open: March to October Site fees: From £24

WHITBY

Black Swan Country Park

Enjoy wonderful panaramic views of the Yorkshire Dales from your pitch. Ideal stop-off location on those long journeys, just 8 miles from the A1. Level serviced hard standings, RVs welcome.

B&B Available. Traditional pub and restaurant.

Black Sheep and Theakston’s Breweries 1.5 miles away. An area steeped in history, an ideal walking area.

Fearby, Masham, Ripon, N Yorks HG4 4NF 01765 689477 • info@blackswanholiday.co.uk www.blackswanholiday.co.uk

Yorkshire

LADYCROSS PLANTATION Egton, Whitby, N Yorks YO21 1UA t: 01947 895502 Directions: Approach from A171 ONLY, approx 5 mls from Whitby to Guisborough; turnoff to Egton, SP Egton, Glaisdale, Grosmont, NYMR & caravan sign for Ladycross.

Facilities: Shower/toilets, laundry, calor gas, telephone, dog walk, shop, 5-star & conservation award. Ideal for exploring NY Moors Nat Pk. Open: March to October Site fees: Contact site for details

WHITBY

Yorkshire

MIDDLEWOOD FARM HOLIDAY PARK Robin Hoods Bay, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO22 4UF t: 01947 880414 Directions: Site is well sign posted off A171.

Facilities: Electric hook-up, showers, launderette.Play area, 5 min walk to shop, 10 min walk to beach, 10 min drive to Whitby, fantastic views. Open to motorhomes.

Open: 7 February to 7 January (open to motorhomes for 12 months) Site fees: From £26 per night (inc electric)

WHITBY

Yorkshire

WHITBY HOLIDAY PARK Saltwick Bay, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO22 4JX t: 01947 602664 Facilities: Perched on a cliff-top, with magnificent views of the North Yorkshire coast, Whitby Holiday park is set amidst peaceful footpaths, golden beaches and beautiful countryside, with the charms of Whitby and Robin Hood's Bay nearby.

In the heart of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales

Holiday homes for hire and for sale on the park. Touring caravans, tents and motorhomes welcome. Sheltered valley setting. Just 2 miles from Grassington.

Ideal for walking and touring the Dales.

WiFi is available across the park.

Online booking available.

01756 752412

www.woodnook.net - info@woodnook.net

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CASTLEREAGH

N. IRELAND CO ANTRIM Home to the iconic Giant’s Causeway, County Antrim is awash with rugged coastline, picturesque glens, impressive castles and quaint fishing villages.

BALLYMONEY

Co. Antrim

DRUMAHEGLIS MARINA & CARAVAN PARK 36 Glenstall Road, Ballymoney, County Antrim BT53 7QN t: 028 2766 0280 Directions: 3 miles west of Ballymoney on banks of River Bann adjacent to village of Balnamore.

Facilities: Toilets, showers, laundry, serviced pitches, play area, nature trail, cafe, water sports (see website).

Open: 17 March to 31 October Site fees: Contact for details

Dundonald Touring Caravan Park

IRELAND CO CLARE

Unspoiled natural beauty and a spectacular coastline are not the only assets of County Clare. Here you'll find great hospitality, traditional Irish music and dance, colourful shops and cosy pubs.

KILKEE

The site is located 5 miles from Belfast and 14 miles from Lisburn, providing visitors with the ideal base for exploring both cities and the scenic County Down coast.

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County Clare

GREENACRES CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Donnaha, Kilkee, Loophead Peninsula, County Clare t: 00353 65 9057011 Nearby: Family run park in tranquil setting on the seashore with lovely beaches, spectacular coastal views and delightful walks/cycle routes nearby. Ideally situated for exploring the Loophead Peninsula, West Clare and the Midwest Region or for just relaxing. 7 min drive to popular Kilkee Resort, cliff walks and watersports, Dolphinwatch.

Open: Easter to 30 October Site fees: From €18

COROFIN

Nestled in the leafy suburbs of Castlereagh, Dundonald Touring Caravan Park offers a calm and peaceful location for campers.

Co. Antrim

DUNDONALD TOURING CARAVAN PARK 111 Old Dundonald Road, Castlereagh, BT16 1XT t: 028 90 80 9100 Please see advert below for more information

County Clare

COROFIN CAMPING PARK Main Street, Corofin, County Clare t: 00353 65 6837683 m: 08683 98226 Directions: GPS: 52.94549 -9.06525 Facilities: Hot showers, kitchen and laundry. Electric hook-ups Nearby: Cliffs of Moher and the Burren National Park Open: April-September Site fees: From €12.50 per person

DOOLIN

County Clare

NAGLES DOOLIN CAMPING AND CARAVAN PARK Ballaghaline, Doolin, County Clare, Ireland V95HX25 t: 00353 65 7074458 Directions: From Lisdoonvarna go towards the Cliffs of Moher, turn right for Doolin and follow the signs for Doolin Pier. GPS: N53 00.999 W 009 24.115.

Facilities: 85 concrete level hardstandings, modern amenity block, playground, gamesroom and campers kitchen. Nearby: Cliffs of Moher, ferry port, Ailwee and Doolin caves, golf course, surfing, kayaking, pony trekking, walks.

Open: 16 March-2 October Site fees: €22-€25 p/n

Adventure Awaits in Antrim & Newtownabbey Are you ready to plan your next caravan adventure?

Antrim and Newtownabbey is the perfect base in Northern Ireland with 5 star Caravan and Camping parks set on the picturesque shores of Belfast Lough and Lough Neagh.

With gardens and castles to explore, spectacular scenery and adventures for all the family, our parks offer the perfect backdrop for your next caravan trip.

Jordanstown Loughshore

Castlewood

Six Mile Water

For further information and online booking, visit visitantrimandnewtownabbey.com/caravanparks

CO CORK

CO LEITRIM

The largest county in Ireland, County Cork offers beaches, lakes, mountains and countryside alongside lively towns and historic attractions.

Relax into a slower pace of life. Located on Europe's longest inland navigable waterway, the county is famous for cruising and angling.

CARRIGTWOHILL

CARRICK-ON-SHANNON

Co. Cork

Co Leitrim

JASMINE VILLA CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Carrigtwohill, County Cork t: 00353 21 4883234 Facilities: Electric hook-up, showers/toilets, hard standings, 1km from Carrigtwohill with all amenities.

Open: All year Site fees: €20 for motorhomes, caravans and tents.

BATTLEBRIDGE CARAVAN, CAMPING & GLAMPING PARK Battlebridge, Leitrim Village,Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim, Ireland. t: 00353 71 9650824 Facilities: Located on new Shannon Blueway, stunning riverside location, slipway for boating, playground, heated showers and toilets, award-winning pub, gourmet bar-food on-site every weekend, breakfasts served in peak season, lively music sessions and regular singalongs, free WiFi in pub, variety of year-round, cool glamping options, ice pack freezing points, laundry, wash up facilities.

Open: All year. Site fees: €20 pupn (2 adults)

CO KERRY

CO WATERFORD

Containing some of Ireland's most iconic scenery, the lively tourist hub of Killarney and two famous driving loops – the Ring of Kerry and Iveragh Peninsula, County Kerry has it all.

CURRAHEEN LITTLE

Co. Kerry

GLENROSS CARAVAN PARK Glenbeigh, Ring of Kerry, Co. Kerry, Ireland V93 HF64 t: +353 66 976 8451 Open: Easter-30 September Site fees: €38 inc 2 adults + electricity

LAURAGH

TRAMORE

Co Waterford

NEWTOWN COVE CARAVAN PARK Newtown Rd, Tramore, Co Waterford, X91 E099 t: +353 51 381979 Directions: Enter Tramore from Waterford on the R675, R at 2nd rdbt in Tramore, following the ring rd around town for 4km, straight across next 3 rdbt’s, and pass Tramore Golf Club on your R. At next rdbt turn L and immediately take next R, (only about 20 metres), follow this road for 500 metres and take the left fork in the road, the Park entrance on your right hand side. Open: April- September

Co. Kerry

CREVEEN LODGE CARAVAN AND CAMPING PARK Healy Pass Road, Lauragh, Co Kerry, Ireland V93 YHY9 t: +353 64 66 83131 e: info@creveenlodge.com w: www.creveenlodge.com Facilities: There are several hardstanding pitches and a chemical toilet. Toilet and hot-shower facilities, a common room with refrigerator, cooker, microwave, oven, TV and fireplace. Children's play area. Dogs are welcome. A pub is 6km away, cafe 2km and shop 10km away.

Open: From Easter - 4 October.

Site fees: From €24 per night.

Nearby: Ring of Beara, Ring of Kerry and West Cork, Caha Mountains, the Derreen Gardens

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Home to Ireland’s oldest city, to the breathtaking Comeragh Mountains and The Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark, you’ll have only one difficulty in Waterford: leaving.

CLONMEL

Co Waterford

POWERS THE POT Harney's Cross, Via. Clonmel, Co. Waterford, Ireland E91 F782 t: +353 860879855 e: powersthepot1@outlook.com Facilities: Part of a 60 acre sheep farm, close to the town of Clonmel for shopping, dining and drinking. Onsite campers kitchen, with a fridge, microwave, kettle and small dining area, showers, toilets and a laundry room. 6 waste and water units with electricity points. Nestled on top of the comeragh mountains, great for outdoors with activities. Open: 1 May-1 October each year Site fees: Motorhome + 2 adults + electricity = €30 per night

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NEW ROSS

CO WEXFORD

Known for its capital's medieval lanes and National Opera House, this coastal county is a water sports hub. West of the town, the outdoor Irish National Heritage Park re-creates eras from Irish history.

FERRYBANK

Co. Wexford

THE NORMAN VIEW Ramstown Farm, Fethard-on-sea, New Ross, Co. Wexford Y34 VP08 t: + 353 87 4270951 e: chapmanjoe321@yahoo.co.uk w: www.thenormanview.com Facilities: 70 pitches in total (55 hard-standing, 40 pitches with EHU) each with exceptional sea views. Water and sewage disposal. Walking distance from the village of Fethard-on-sea, local pubs, restaurants, cafes, Fethard Quay and local beaches with kayaking, paddle-boarding and boat trips. Open: All year Site fees: €20 per night for pitch with EHU. £15 without.

Co. Wexford

FERRYBANK CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Ferrybank, Wexford, Ireland Y35 Y184 t: 00353 53 9185256 Facilities: Recreation hall, campers kitchen, disabled bathroom/shower room, grey water area, free WiFi, 52 hardstand pitches with electric, 10-30 tent pitches (depending on tent sizes – 10 grass pitches have electric available), laundry, freezers, playground, reduced rates for use of adjacent swimming pool and gym facility, 5 minute walk into Wexford town, pets welcome. Open: All year Site fees: From €28 for motorhomes. Please see advert below for more onfo

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ok e Bo nlin o A spectacular location for touring • Open all year round Beach and Wexford town nearby • Hardstanding, electric and water points Well equipped campers kitchen • Laundry onsite • Free WiFi Disabled facilities • Discounted admission to swimming pool & gym

www.wexfordswimmingpool.ie

00353 (0)53 9185 256 | info@ferrybankcaravanpark.ie

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SCOTLAND A region popular with the Royal family, Aberdeenshire is a land with a rich maritime history. Explore the Granite City, a mix of architectural and cultural gems.

Aberdeenshire

ABOYNE LOCH CARAVAN PARK Aboyne AB34 5BR t: 01339 886244 Directions: On the A93 1/2 mile from Aboyne.

Facilities: Fully serviced and electric pitches available. Toilet and shower block. The park is surrounded by Loch of Aboyne with stunning scenery. Fishing permits are available to buy.

Site fees: From £35 per night.

BANFF

Aberdeenshire

WESTER BONNYTON CARAVAN PARK Wester Bonnyton, Gamrie, Banff, Aberdeenshire AB45 3EP t: 01261 832470 Directions: Located two miles east of Macduff on the B9031 coast road, approx one mile from the A98 (main Banff/Fraserburgh road).

Open: March to October Site fees: Please contact site for details

BALLATER

Aberdeenshire

BALLATER CARAVAN PARK Anderson Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5QW t: 013397 55727 e: bookings@ballatercaravanpark.com Facilities: Ballater Caravan and Camping Park with its spectacular panoramic mountain views, is bordered by the river Dee on one side and the Ballater golf course on the other. This is an exceptional holiday destination for people and families of all ages, being only a 5 minute walk from Ballater’s centre with its plentiful cafes, restaurants and shops on Royal Deeside.

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Angus is often called the birthplace of Scotland. The signing of the Declaration of Arbroath at Arbroath Abbey in 1320 marked Scotland's establishment as an independent nation. It is an area of rich history.

FORFAR

ABERDEENSHIRE

ABOYNE

ANGUS

Angus

DRUMSHADEMUIR CARAVAN PARK Roundyhill, By Glamis, Forfar, Angus DD8 1QT t: 01575 573284 Directions: From A90 or A94 take A928 for Kirriemuir. The park lies three miles north of Glamis Castle. The park is well signposted.

Site fees: Please contact site

FORFAR

Angus

FORESTERSEAT CARAVAN PARK Burnside, Arbroath Road, Forfar, Angus t: 01307 818880 Directions: From the market town of Forfar take the A932 towards Arbroath.

Foresterseat is 1 mile past the golf course on the right.

Facilities: Super pitches and exceptional shower blocks with under floor heating. Restaurant and bar next door.

Open: 23 March to 5 November Site fees: Standard pitch from £20, super pitch from £25

ARGYLL

Coastal and Highland scenery combine in Argyll, alongside rich culture and heritage.

Thrill-seekers can try a range of adventure sports, and walkers will find tranquil forests and charming towns.

OBAN Argyll NORTH LEDAIG CARAVAN PARK Connel, By Oban, Argyll, Scotland, PA37 1RU t: 01631 710291 Book online at www.northledaigcaravanpark.com Directions: Left off A85 in Connel onto A828 and cross Connel Bridge. The Site is on the left in about 1 mile. From Oban on A85, right at Connel onto A828 then as above. From North on A82 at roundabout in Ballachulish turn right onto A828.

Site on right in 24 miles.

Facilities: Maximum length 40ft, hard run-in pitches straight off the road, all level pitches, parent, baby and toddler washroom facilities, wheelchair and walking disabled facilities, two toilet blocks, two motorvan service points, ground level discharge for grey and foul waste, spectacular panoramic views over sea to the Isle of Mull.

Open: 29 March-28 October Site Fees: £29-£38

AYRSHIRE

DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY

Ayrshire is one of the most agriculturally fertile regions of Scotland and summer berries such as strawberries grow in abundance. The county shares with Dumfries and Galloway the Galloway Hills.

Discover how this region’s beautiful scenery has filled artists and writers with the passion to create great works. Visit the Galloway Forest Park for a refreshing stroll.

SALTCOATS

GATEHOUSE-OF-FLEET

Ayrshire

SANDYLANDS HOLIDAY PARK James Miller Crescent, Auchenharvie Park, Saltcoats, Ayrshire KA21 5JN t: 01294 469411 Tourers welcome. Caravans from £11,995. For more information, including site fees, please contact park direct.

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Silvercraigs Caravan Park Open all year

3 Heated showers/toilets 3 16 amp hook-ups 3 Free WiFi 3 Laundry facilities 3 Disposal point 3 Dog friendly 3 Playpark, shops, & attractions nearby www.silvercraigs.net Reception: 01557 337068

silvercraigscaravanpark@gmail.com Silvercraigs Road, Kirkcudbright DG6 4BH

Dumfries & Galloway

AUCHENLARIE HOLIDAY PARK Gatehouse of Fleet, DG7 2EX t: 01556 506200 Facilities: Fabulous views, showers, constant hot water, hair dryers and shaving points. All pitches have electric, water hook-up and TV points. Emptying points are located at the toilet blocks. Shop and entertainment and leisure facilities onsite.

Open: 7 February-1 November Site fees: Low season - £30 per night. High season - £37.50 per night

GRETNA

Dumfries & Galloway

THE BRAIDS CARAVAN PARK Annan Road, Gretna DG16 5DQ t: 01461 337409 Directions: From south (M6) take jct 45 in to Gretna on to B721, we are approximately half a mile from the roundabout. From north come off at jct 22 and follow signs for Gretna, then take B721 for about half a mile from roundabout, we are on the right. From east from roundabout in Gretna take the B721, we are approximately half a mile on the right. From west turn off the A75 at the first sign for Gretna onto the B721 and we are on the left, approx quarter of a mile.

Site fees: From £28-£30 per night

LEE PARK ESTATES

Set in over 100 acres commanding breathtaking views over the Solway Firth to the Isle of Man

From £28-£33 per night No minimum persons

Open all year Over £1m invested in the park facilities in 2023

Find out more 01988 500252 burrowheadholidayvillage.co.uk Tonderghie Road, Isle of Whithorn, Newton Stewart, DG8 8JB

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KIRKCUDBRIGHT

Dumfries & Galloway

SILVERCRAIGS CARAVAN AND CAMPING SITE Silvercraigs Road, Kirkcudbright DG6 4BH t: 01557 337068 Facilities: Situated on the edge and overlooking the artist’s town of Kirkcudbright, Silvercraigs Caravan Park is only two minutes walk from many shops, cafes, bars and tourist attractions. There is a well equipped public playpark adjoining the caravan site and lovely walks behind the park in the Barrhill woods.

Open: All year Site fees: £25 per night (WiFi free) Please see advert on page 239 for more information

LOCKBIE

NORTH BERWICK

East Lothian

TANTALLON CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Tantallon Road, North Berwick, East Lothian EH39 5NJ t: 01620 893348 e: tantallon@meadowhead.co.uk w: www.meadowhead.co.uk Facilities: Fabulous Caravan Holiday Homes, Wigwams and Touring Park – 5 star graded park, disabled facilities, members of the David Bellamy Conservation Award Scheme. An idyllic location with North Berwick’s bustling seaside town and lively harbour. Open: March-October Site fees: From £21. Book online at www.meadowhead.co.uk

Dumfries & Galloway

CRESSFIELD PARK Townfoot, Ecclefechan, Lockbie, Dumfries & Galloway DG11 3DR t: 01576 300702 e: cressfieldcaravanpark@gmx.com w: www.cressfieldpark.com Facilities: Set in a beautiful valley on the edge of Ecclefechan. Close to major routes of the M74.

Open: All year Site fees: £30 for 2 people including hook-up

NEWTON STEWART

Dumfries & Galloway

LEE PARK ESTATES (BURROWHEAD HOLIDAY VILLAGE) Tonderghie Road, Isle Of Whithorn, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway DG8 8JB t: 01988 500252 Burrowhead is set in over 100 acres of parkland commanding breathtaking views over the Solway Firth to the Isle of Man. Some of the best scenery Scotland has to offer! Facilities: Bar, shop, café, amusement arcade, swim spa, pitch 'n' putt, children's play areas, toilet/shower building and laundry, outdoor swimming pool.

Over £1m invested on park facilities in 2023. Site fees: £28-£33 per night. No minimum persons. See advert on page 239 for more info

Inspiring capital city of Scotland… striking architecture, first-class attractions, outdoor pursuits and beautiful coasts and countryside in the nearby Lothians.

Edinburgh is the world’s festival capital.

EDINBURGH

EAST LOTHIAN

40 miles of stunning coastline, golden beaches, rolling countryside, award‑winning attractions, and some of the world’s finest links golf courses–and only minutes from Edinburgh.

DUNBAR

EDINBURGH

Edinburgh

MORTONHALL CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK 38 Mortonhall Gate, Frogston Road, Edinburgh EH16 6TJ t: 0131 664 1533 e: mortonhall@meadowhead.co.uk w: www.meadowhead.co.uk Facilities: Heated toilets and showers, on park licensed shop, bar and restaurant, launderette, dishwashing, kitchen, water points, play area, garden centre, café and farm shop. Nearby: Close to Edinburgh city centre (4 miles) regular bus service, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Zoo, Royal Yacht Britannia, Holyrood Palace, National Museum of Scotland. Open: All year Site fees: From £26.25 per night. Book online at: www.meadowhead.co.uk

East Lothian

BELHAVEN BAY CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Edinburgh Road, Dunbar, East Lothian EH42 1TU t: 01368 865956 e: belhaven@meadowhead.co.uk w: www.meadowhead.co.uk Facilities: Fabulous Caravan Holiday Homes, Wigwams, a Holiday Cottage and Touring Park – Visit Scotland graded 5 star park, disabled facilities, Members of the David Bellamy Conservation Award Scheme. Nestled within a lakeside setting on one side and miles of golden sandy beach on the other.

Open: March-October.

Site fees: From £21. Book online at www.meadowhead.co.uk

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FIFE

Known as the home of golf thanks to St Andrews, Fife also offers an abundance of castles, palaces, museums and galleries, as well as plenty of fresh seafood for foodies.

ELIE

Fife

ELIE HOLIDAY PARK Shell Bay, Elie, Fife, KY9 1HB t: 01333 330 283 e: elie@abbeyford.com w: www.abbeyford.com Directions: Located 1.5 miles west of Elie and Earlsferry on the A917 coast road.

Look out for ‘Elie Holiday Park’ on the brown tourist signs.

Facilities: Set on the Fife Coastal Path nestled behind dunes and sweeping sandy beach, award-winning Elie Holiday Park is a true hidden gem. Family friendly bar, restaurant, café, shop and laundry. Live entertainment, Smugglers’ Cove Games Room and Robinson Crusoe Adventure Park. Hard-standing gravel pitches with electric hook-up. Dog friendly.

Nearby: Picturesque East Neuk fishing villages, watersports, golf, forest and coastal walks. Open: 15 March-31 October 2024. Site fees: From £23.76pn (pitch, electric & awning when booked online). Guide price only, see website for latest prices and offers.

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Fife

ST ANDREWS HOLIDAY PARK Kinkell Braes, Fife, KY16 8PX t: 01334 474 250 e: standrews@abbeyford.com w: www.abbeyford.com Directions: Overlooking St Andrews and East Sands located on the A917 coast road. Look out for ‘St Andrews Holiday Park’ on the brown tourist signs. Facilities: Unrivalled views across azure waters and a magnificent sandy bay towards St Andrews and beyond. Family friendly bar and restaurant, sun terrace with sea views and Papa John’s Pizza takeaway. Live entertainment, Play Planet Games Room and Play Park. Laundry. Hardstanding gravel pitches with electric hook-up. Dog friendly. Nearby: Historic St Andrews, the Fife Coastal Path, beaches, watersports and world renowned golf courses. Open: 1 June-31 October 2024.

Site fees: From £23.76pn (pitch, electric & awning when booked online). Guide price only, see website New for 2024: Refurbished Clifftops Washrooms for latest prices and offers.

Fife

ST. MONANS HOLIDAY PARK St Monans, Fife, KY10 2DN t: 01333 730 778 e: stmonans@abbeyford.com w: www.abbeyford.com Directions: Set on the edge of St. Monans on the A917 coast road.

Facilities: Award-winning St. Monans Holiday Park is set in a prime coastal location quietly nestled between the East Neuk villages of Elie and Pittenweem. Small touring field with hard-standing gravel pitches and electric hookup. Laundry. Dog friendly. Nearby: Set on the Fife Coastal Path next to the iconic St. Monans Windmill with views across the Forth to the Isle of May. A few minutes’ walk to St. Monans village. Free access to nearby Elie Holiday Park.

Open: 15 March-31 October 2024. Site fees: From £18.72pn (pitch, electric and awning when booked online). Guide price only, see website for latest prices and offers.

GLENCOE

With so much history and drama, Glencoe is without doubt one of the world’s scenic highlights. And the famous pass is only the beginning – there are wonders to discover around every corner.

INVERCOE

Glencoe

INVERCOE CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Invercoe, Glencoe, PH49 4HP t: 01855 811210 Directions: Coming from south turn off the A82 at Gleaner petrol station on to B863 for 1/4 mile.

Open: All year Site fees: Contact site for details

HIGHLANDS The Highlands is a historic area of stunning mountains, glens and coastline.

While here, be sure to follow the country’s only Malt Whisky Trail.

FORT WILLIAM

Highlands

LINNHE LOCHSIDE HOLIDAYS Corpach, Fort William PH33 7NL t: 01397 772376 e: relax@linnheholidays.co.uk Directions: Take the A82 to Fort William then head west towards Mallaig along the A830, we are 1 mile past the village of Corpach. We are a 15 minute drive from Glenfinnan viaduct. Facilities: Heated shower block, motorhome service point, all pitches hardstanding with hook-up, two play parks, lochside walk, laundry, camping shop.

Open: Mid December-end October Site fees: Contact site for details

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Highlands

STRONTIAN

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Highlands

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SUNART CAMPING Granite Square, Strontian, Highlands, PH36 4HZ t: 01967 402080 e: sunartcamping.cycles@gmail.com w: sunartcamping.com Facilities: 10 hard standings, bike and E-bike hire, toilets, use of fridge freezer, chemical water disposal, hot showers, drinking water points, barbecue, no coals supplied, picnic benches, woodland walks on doorstep, well behaved dogs welcome, walk to nearby bar, choice of restaurants, cafés nearby.

Site fees: Hard standing £12, £5 per person, £6 electric

INVERNESS-SHIRE

Inverness-shire is home to the world‑famous Loch Ness, as well as the ‘City of the Highlands’ itself, which boasts many historic attractions and culinary delights.

AVIEMORE

Inverness-shire

DALRADDY HOLIDAY PARK Aviemore, Inverness-shire PH22 1QB t: 01479 810330 e: dalraddy@alvie-estate.co.uk w: www.campinginaviemore.co.uk Directions: Just 4 miles south of Aviemore on the B9152.

Facilities: Nestled in the heart of the Scottish Highlands within the Cairngorm National Park. We offer stunning landscapes, spacious pitches, and modern amenities including accessible toilet/shower. Onsite we host numerous activities, a food & drink outlet and a shop. Family and dog friendly. Open: All year

FORT WILLIAM

Inverness-shire

AUCHNAHILLIN HOLIDAY PARK Daviot East, Inverness-shire IV2 5XQ t: 07974 008567 Directions: From South: Approx 13 miles before Inverness, take right turn onto B9154 (Moy) site approx 5 miles on right. From North: Approx 7 miles after Inverness take left turn onto B9154 (Daviot East & May), site approx 1.8 miles on left.

Open: April to October Site fees: Contact for details

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GLENMORE CARAVAN & CAMPING SITE Aviemore, Inverness-shire PH22 1QU t: 01479 861271 Open: All year Site fees: Call for details

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GLEN NEVIS CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Glen Nevis, Fort William PH33 6SX t: 01397 702 191 e: holidays@glen-nevis.co.uk w: www.glen-nevis.co.uk Directions: 5 min drive from Fort William, take the road heading up Glen Nevis.

Facilities: Drive-over service point, well-stocked shop, restaurant and bar, snack van, WiFi. Nearby: Ben Nevis (short walk). Wonderful selection of walks and hikes nearby.

Open: 15 March-5 November Site fees: From £32 for 2 adults and electric. Stay 3 nights get 4th free in spring and autumn

INVERNESS

AVIEMORE

Inverness-shire

CANNICH CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Cannich, Strathglass, By Beauly, Inverness-shire IV4 7LN t/f: 01456 415364 Directions: From Inverness take A82 Fort William road, also SP Loch Ness Trail–Tourist Route. At Drumnadrochit turn right off main road just after Cannich village. Site is well sign posted as you enter the village Site fees: Contact for details

JOHN O’GROATS CARAVAN & CAMPING SITE John O’Groats, Highlands KW1 4YR t: 01955 611329 Directions: Leave A9 at Latheron join A99 continue to end of road at John O’Groats.

Open: April to October Site fees: £20.50 to £32.50

INVERNESS

Inverness-shire

KESSOCK CARAVAN PARK Drumsmittal Farm, Inverness, Highland IV1 3XF t: 07796 662256 e: info@kessockcaravanpark.co.uk www.kessockpark.co.uk Facilities: Bbqs allowed, chemical waste disposal, showers, toilets, wifi, fresh water, electric hookup, dog friendly. Peaceful woodland park about a mile from the small village of North Kessock, an attractive spot on the Beauly Firth with a hotel serving food, a pub and small shop. Inverness can also be easily reached within 10 minutes.

ISLE OF SKYE

MORAYSHIRE

Renowned for its breathtaking scenery and mountains, the Isle of Skye is an enchanting region offering the best in outdoor activities and fine dining.

Explore the fishing villages and secluded coves of the Moray coast and look out for the dolphins of Moray Firth. Filled with castles and intriguing standing stones.

PORTREE

Isle of Skye

TORVAIG CARAVAN & CAMPING SITE Torvaig, Portree, Isle of Skye IV51 9HU t: 01478 611849 Directions: One mile from the town centre of Portree on the north A855 road.

Site fees: Contact for details

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ABERLOUR

Morayshire

SPEYSIDE GARDENS CARAVAN PARK Aberlour, Morayshire AB38 9LD t/f: 01340 871586 Directions: Midway between Aberlour and Craigellachie off A95. Turn onto unclassified road site SP. Vehicles over 10.6 foot high use A941 to Dufftown, site SP after the Cooperage.

Open: 22 March to 31 October.

Site fees: Please call for details.

FINDHORN

Morayshire

FINDHORN BAY HOLIDAY PARK The Park, Findhorn, IV36 3TY t: 01309 690 203 Directions: 5 miles from Forres, 12 miles from Elgin and 26 miles from Inverness, on the Moray Coast at Findhorn Bay, within the Park Ecovillage and home of the Findhorn Community.

Facilities: 34 pitches, elec hook up, dog friendly, shower, grey water, chemical toilet disposal facilities. Takeaway, cafe, grocery and gift shop. Book online.

Open: All year Site fees: From £28

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ORKNEY

An archipelago off the northeastern coast of Scotland, the Orkney islands encompass Neolithic sites, tall sandstone cliffs and seal colonies. Head here for sublime sandy beaches and spectacular coastal scenery.

KIRKWALL

Orkney

ORKNEY CARAVAN PARK Peerie Sea Loan, Kirkwall, Orkney KW15 1UH t: 01856 879900 Facilities: Campsite adjoining the Pickaquoy leisure centre. Cinema, swimming pool and attractions. Located just a short walk from Kirkwall town centre.

SANDAY

Orkney

59 DEGREES NORTH MOTORHOME AIRE Burness Sanday, Orkney, KW17 2AZ e: hello@59-degreesnorth.co.uk w: www.59-degreesnorth.co.uk Facilities: Award winning 5 van Motorhome Aire located in Sanday one of Orkneys North Isles. All pitches have electric hook-up, grey & black waste & fresh water point. Our stunning elevated location has panoramic views out to sea on three sides and is just a 500m walk to the beach at Roos Wick bay. Our small cafe & pizzeria is open all week for the summer season (May– September) and Thursdays out of season (October – April), serving drinks, cakes, bakes and wood-fired pizzas.

Open: All year. Site fees: £10 per night winter, £15 per night summer

OUTER HEBRIDES

Explore untouched coasts and countryside, discover fascinating history and unique island cultures. Listen to traditional folk music, see famous Harris Tweed being weaved or simply enjoy the peace.

NORTH UIST

Outer Hebrides

BALRANALD HEBRIDEAN HOLIDAYS CAMPSITE Hogha Gearaidh (Hougharry), Isle of North Uist, HS6 5DL m: 07748 267996 e: info@balranaldhebrideanholidays.com w: www.balranaldhebrideanholidays.com Facilities: 19 hard standing pitches & 12 grass pitches with electric, 5 grass pitches (non-electric), 1 Glamping Pod, 2 heated amenities blocks with showers, disabled facilities, drying room, dish washing and laundry facilities, chemical toilet emptying (organic additive only). The Dunes Food Cabin open April to September.

Nearby: Located in the heart of the RSPB's Balranald Nature Reserve, on the west coast of North Uist. The campsite is only meters from a beautiful sandy bay, an ideal base for exploring the Outer Hebrides.

Open: April to October. Site fees: From £25 per night

PERTHSHIRE

Known as ‘Big Tree Country’, Perthshire is an area of ancient forests and glens, championship golf courses and tasty local cuisine.

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NETHERCRAIG HOLIDAY PARK

By Alyth, Blairgowrie PH11 8HN t: 01575 560204 e: info@nethercraig.com w: www.nethercraig.com Directions: 4 miles north of Alyth on the B954 to Glen Isla, signposted with the brown tourist signs. Facilities: Book online, 20 acre woodland walk, 2 children's play areas, large sandpit, outdoor table tennis, football playing field, golf nets, free rural WiFi, shop, book, DVD and games lending library, shower/toilet block, launderette, chemical waste disposal. Storage available.

Nearby: The park is wonderfully situated in the Angus glens ideal for walking, skiing and country sports yet only a few miles to the village of Alyth with local amenities and golf courses. Dundee, Perth and Aberdeen within easy driving distance.

Open: 11 months from 14 February-12 January.

Site fees: Spacious hard standing pitches from £35 per night including EHU.

Located in the heart of the Orkney Islands

Kirkwall

Kirkwall

• Open March to October • Adjacent to The Pickaquoy Centre leisure complex • Walking distance to historic Kirkwall town centre • Free wifi • Perfect base to explore Orkney • Dogs welcome • 80 pitches including hardstands and electric hookup

www.orkneycaravanpark.co.uk | 01856 879900 Peerie Sea Loan, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1UH | campsite@pickaquoy.com

Blair Castle Caravan Park Located 90 minutes from Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness and set in 9 acres of tranquil Perthshire countryside, at the south of the Cairngorms National Park.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Blair Atholl with a stay at Blair Castle Caravan Park. Choose from a full range of pitches that suit every need, including fully serviced touring pitches for all size requirements. Looking for something a little different? Leave the tent at home and stay the night in our family camping pods, perfect for those who are looking to embark on a Highland adventure.

Enjoy the serenity of the wilderness whilst enjoying the comforts of home with our 1, 2 and 3 bedroom Woodland Lodges. With a variety of dog friendly accomodation, the whole family can stay, and there are endless vistas to be found on the many trails that make up the Atholl Estates.

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Perthshire

TWENTY SHILLING WOOD CARAVAN PARK Comrie, Crieff, Perthshire PH6 2JY t: 01764 670411 Directions: Half a mile west of Comrie on A85 opposite Farm Food Restaurant. Peaceful individual pitches level south facing hillside.

Spotless facilities. Maximum 2 pets.

Facilities: Holiday home for hire.

Open: 18 March to 23 October Site fees: Booking essential £28 inc electric. No tents (2 people).

STRATHYRE

WESTER ROSS

Ross-shire

SANDS CARAVAN & CAMPING Gairloch, Wester Ross IV21 2DL t: 01445 712152 Facilities: Situated on the beautiful west coast of the Highlands of Scotland with unsurpassed views of the Isle of Skye and Outer Hebrides. Set up where ever you wish in the designated areas, whether a sheltered spot amongst the sand dunes or a raised pitch with unrivalled views, our large spacious site has something for everyone.

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IMMERVOULIN CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Strathyre, Near Callander FK18 8NJ t: 01877 384285 Open: March to October Site fees: Contact for details.

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Perthshire

BLAIR CASTLE CARAVAN PARK Blair Atholl, Pitlochry, PH18 5SR t: 01796 481 263 e: bookings@blaircastlecaravanpark.co.uk w: www.atholl-estates.co.uk Facilities: 9-acre site, children's playground and mini football pitch. WiFi available, games room, laundrette and dishwashing, chemical disposal points, five heated toilet blocks including accessible and baby change facilities. The Atholl Beauty Room offers treatments and there is Segway and bike hire as well. The Larder is our on-site shop offering organic & local produce and essentials during your holiday.

Nearby: Blair Castle and Gardens, Atholl Country Life Museum, Falls of Bruar, House of Bruar and Blair Atholl Water Mill.

Open: From 1 March 2024 Site fees: From £25

ROSS-SHIRE

STIRLINGSHIRE

A region steeped in history. The serene snow-capped peaks, glimmering lochs and sheltered forests of Loch Lomond, The Trossachs, Stirling & Forth Valley have inspired great heroes and artists alike.

STIRLING Stirlingshire TROSSACHS HOLIDAY PARK Aberfoyle, Stirling, Stirlingshire, Scotland, FK8 3SA t: 01877 382 614 w: www.trossachsholidays.co.uk e: info@trossachsholidays.co.uk Facilities: Fully serviced hard standing pitches which include electricity, water, waste water & TV aerial, shower & toilet facilities with private family rooms, laundrette, play park, games room, dog walking area Nearby: Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park Open: All year Site fees: From £22.50 p/night

In the north Highlands, explore historic towns dotted in a dramatic and often remote wilderness. It is a land of escape – a place to discover the wonders of the natural world.

GAIRLOCH

Ross-Shire

GAIRLOCH HOLIDAY PARK Straith, Gairloch, Ross-Shire IV21 2BX t: 01445 712373 Directions: From A832 take B8021. Half a mile turn right after hotel. Site on right. Small friendly site with views of mountains and sea.

Open: April to October Site fees: £10pppn

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Stirlingshire

WITCHES CRAIG CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Blairlogie, Stirling, Scotland FK9 5PX t: 01786 474947 Directions: A91 Stirling to St Andrews road, 3 miles north east of Stirling Facilities: Toilets, showers, laundry, motorhome service point, electrical hard standing pitches, playpark, free wifi, dog walk, regular bus route Open: 1 April-31 October

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WEST LOTHIAN

Positioned midway between Glasgow and Edinburgh, West Lothian's many attractions are within easy reach of the major cities. The area's heritage is rich and diverse, and well worth exploring.

BLACKBURN

Carmarthenshire

DOLBRYN CARAVAN & CAMPSITE Dolbryn, Capel Iwan Road, Newcastle Emlyn, SA38 9LP t: 01239 710683 e: enquiries@dolbryn.co.uk w: www.dolbryn.co.uk Directions: See www.dolbryn.co.uk/copy-of-getting-here.

Facilities: On site shop and bar, dog walking area, children’s play area, farm animals, woodland walk and nature trail, hot showers, laundry room, pot wash, EHU, fully serviced pitches and pod/glamping options.

Open: 1 March to 31 December. Site fees: From £25 per night (electric) and £18 (non electric). Seasonal variations apply; special offers available.

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MOSSHALL FARM CARAVAN PARK Mosshall Farm, Blackburn, West Lothian EH47 7DB t: 01501 762318 Directions: Leave M8 motorway at junction 4. Take road for Blackburn at t-junction A705 road turn left. Site is 600 yards on right.

Open: All year Site fees: Contact us for details.

CEREDIGION

WALES

Ceredigion is home to iconic harbours and coastline– look carefully and you may spot the UK’s largest pod of bottlenose dolphins in Cardigan Bay.

CARMARTHENSHIRE

BORTH

Ceredigion

Carmarthenshire is home to the National Botanic Gardens of Wales and some of the country’s longest beaches. Legend has it that Merlin the wizard was born here.

GLANLERRY CARAVAN PARK Borth, Ceredigion SY24 5LU t: 01970 871413 e: enquiries@glanlerrycaravanpark.co.uk w: www.glanlerrycaravanpark.co.uk Directions: Turn off A487 at the Rhydypennan Pub near Bowstreet onto B4353.

Site 2 miles from junction on the right. Facilities: Toilets, showers, bathroom, laundry, wash-up, Calor and Campingaz, kid’s playground, pets allowed. On bus route. Nearby: Fishing, golf, horse riding, swimming, beach. Open: March to October. Site fees: £30-£35 for 2024.

LLANELLI

CARDIGAN

Carmarthenshire

SOUTH WALES TOURING PARK (ADULTS ONLY) Llwynifan Farm, Llangennech, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire SA14 8AX t: 01554 820420 e: info@southwalescaravanpark.com w: www.touringpark.wales Directions: Leave the M4 at junction 48 onto the A4138 (Signposted Llanelli) In 1 1/2 miles, at the first roundabout turn right. Then after 425 yards, turn left between bungalows into our farm road.

Facilities: Heated shower and toilet block, dish washing, washing machine, tumble dryer, electric hook ups, 10 fully serviced pitches, free Wi-Fi, freezer, chemical disposal point, gas sales, motorhome servicing point, dog exercise field, dog shower. Nearby: National Botanic Garden of Wales, Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, Aberglasney Garden, Millennium Coastal Park, Pembrey Country Park. Open: All year Site fees: £14.50-£29.50

Ceredigion

CENARTH FALLS RESORT Cenarth, Newcastle Emlyn, Ceredigion SA38 9JS t: 01239 710345 e: enquiries@cenarthfalls.co.uk w: www.cenarthfalls.co.uk Directions: From the North: A487 south to Cardigan. At Cardigan, take the A484 (Carmarthen). Park signposted left as you reach Cenarth.

From the South: M4 motorway links to Carmarthen, A484 (Cardigan).

Go over Cenarth bridge and the Park is signposted after about ½ mile on the right. Facilities: All pitches shingle hard-standing with elec hook-up.

Launderette, shower & toilet block, chemical disposal & dishwashing. Children’s play area. Bar, Restaurant & Spa with indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna/ steam room & gym. Pretty village location with shops, pubs, garage etc. Fishing nearby. On bus route. Caravans & Lodges for hire/sale.

Open: 1 March to beginning November Site fees: £29 to £38

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Ceredigion

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Conwy

WERN MILL CARAVAN PARK Gilfachreda, New Quay, Ceredigion SA45 9SP t: 01545 580221 e: info@wernmillcaravanpark.co.uk w: www.wernmillcaravanpark.co.uk Directions: At Llanarth on the A487, Turn NW on B432. Approx 1 ½ miles at Gilfachreda turn right (signposted). At the bottom of the one-way road bear left and follow the road round to the entrance.

Facilities: All pitches (approx. 8mx5m) are hard standing with electric hook-up.

The VIP pitches are 16mx7m with electric hook-up, water and their own seating area. Shepherds hut and on-site touring caravan available to hire. Recently renovated shower block with under floor heating, dishwashing area, laundrette, grey water and waste disposal. Children’s play park, shop and bar (open during peak time). Open: All year Site fees: Standard pitches £30-36 per night. VIP pitches £42-£58. Shepherds hut £70-£95 per night. Touring caravan to hire £75-£95 per night.

TY MAWR HOLIDAY PARK Towyn Road, Towyn, Abergele, Conwy LL22 9HG t: 01745 832079 Facilities: Electric hook up, disabled facilities, pets welcome, arcade, on-site shop, tennis, indoor pool.

Open: March to October Site fees: See website for details

CONWY

PRESTATYN

Famous for the tallest mountain in Wales, Snowdon, Conwy is also home to Conwy castle and Britain’s smallest house.

BETWS-Y-COED

DENBIGHSHIRE

Stunning countryside, bustling market towns, two of Britain's best-known resorts and many centuries of rich heritage combine to make Denbighshire a destination with a difference.

Conwy

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RIVERSIDE TOURING PARK Old Church Road, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy LL24 0AL t: 01690 710310 Facilities: This award-winning park features a shop, toilet/ showers, laundry room and free Wi-Fi. Hard-standing pitches available, all with electric hook-up and digital TV connection. Super pitches available with water and grey waste disposal. Dogs welcome, dog walk from park. Located in Snowdonia, close to village centre and many local amenities. Open: 17 February-3 January Site fees: From £35 (2 adults). See advert opposite for more information

CONWY VALLEY

Conwy

BODNANT CARAVAN PARK Llanrwst, Conwy Valley, North Wales LL26 0SD t/f: 01492 640248 e: info@bodnant-caravan-park.co.uk w: www.bodnant-caravan-park.co.uk Directions: South in Llanrwst at the pedestrian crossing, turn off the A470 for the B5427, with signs for our site, Nebo, the leisure centre. Site is on right.

Facilities: Multi-service, hardstanding pitches for motorcaravans and/or grass with hook-up pitches for campervans. Two toilet blocks, disabled facilities, dog walking, dishwashing area. 26 years winner Wales in Bloom.

Open: March-end October Site fees: Please see our website.

PENMAENMAWR

Conwy

TYDDYN DU TOURING PARK ADULTS ONLY Conwy Old Road, Penmaenmawr, Conwy LL34 6RE t: 01492 622300 Directions: A55 to junction 16, left and immediately left again. 50 yards past Gladstone pub. Sat nav users should not use the postcode. Motorhomes up to 25ft accepted but we regret no tag axles.

Open: March to October Site fees: Contact for details

Denbighshire

NANT MILL CARAVAN & TENTING PARK Prestatyn, Denbighshire, N Wales LL19 9LY t: 01745 852360 Directions: On A548 Prestatyn coast road 1/2 mile east of Prestatyn town centre.

Open: March to October Site fees: Contact for details

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GLAMORGAN From magnificent castles and vast country parks to nature reserves and ancient potteries, Glamorgan is a wonderful place to explore at any time of year.

GOWER

Glamorgan

BANK FARM LEISURE Horton, Gower SA3 1LL t: 01792 687205 e: enquiries@bankfarmleisure.co.uk w: www.bankfarmleisure.co.uk Facilities: A family-run site boasting stunning views of Horton and Port Eynon Bay. A short drive away you will find Rhossili Bay, regularly voted one of Britain’s best beaches. We offer touring caravan and motorhome pitches, camping, glamping pods and self-catering bungalows. Swimming pool, coffee lounge, bar and restaurant, shop and launderette, entertainment, shower and toilets.

Open: March-December Site fees: From £25 p/n

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LLANBERIS

GWYNEDD

Gwynedd

Bordered by the Irish Sea, with its beautiful coastline and with the stunning Snowdonia National Park at its heartland, Gwynedd can truly claim to have some of the most amazing landscapes in the UK.

LLANBERIS TOURING PARK Glyn Rhonwy, Llanberis LL55 4EL t: 01286 870700 Facilities: This award-winning park has hard-standing pitches, all with electric hook up and digital TV connection. Super pitches available with water and grey waste disposal. Excellent on-site facilities such as shop, toilet/ showers, laundry room and free Wi-Fi, and dogs are welcome. Located in Snowdonia and 5-minute walk from Llanberis high street.

Open: 1 March to 11 January Site fees: From £35 (2 adults) Please see advert on page 248 for more information

BARMOUTH

PORTHMADOG

Gwynedd

HENDRE MYNACH TOURING CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Llanaber Road, Barmouth LL42 1YR t: 01341 280262 e: info@hendremynach.co.uk w: www.hendremynach.com Facilities: The nearest site to Barmouth, with access via a promenade or beach.

5* Touring & camping site, glamping pods, luxury pods, shepherd huts, 3 statics & a holiday house that sleeps 8. Shop, laundrette, EVC, showers, toilets, play park, dog-friendly, and longer season. Ideal for families and couples.

Open: March to January

Gwynedd

GARREG GOCH CARAVAN PARK Black Rock Sands, Morfa Bychan, Porthmadog, Gwynedd LL49 9YD t: 01766 512210 Facilities: Within a short drive are the beautiful coastal village of Criccieth, the harbour and town of Porthmadog, and the mountain village of Beddgelert.

PORTMEIRION

Gwynedd

PORTMEIRION MOTORHOME PARK Portmeirion, Minffordd, Penrhyndeudraeth LL48 6ER t: 01766 770000 e: stay@portmeirion.wales w: www.portmeirion.wales Directions: Signposted from Minffordd on A487 between Penrhyndeudraeth and Porthmadog. Facilities: Electric & TV Hook-ups, wi-fi, hardstanding pitches, showers, toilets, access to Portmeirion village and swimming pool included, day and evening restaurants on-site Open: 1 March to 31 October Site fees: From £55 including village entry

BLAENAU FFESTINIOG

Gwynedd

QUARRY VIEW TOURING PARK Baltic Road, Rhiwbryfdir, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, North Wales, LL41 3LD t: 01766 830161 e: quarryviewtouringpark@gmail.com Directions: Off the A470 onto Glanypwll Road Nearby: Ffestiniog Railway, Titan Zip World, Bounce Below, Antur Stiniog DH & many more Facilities: Quiet site with 14 pitches, showers & W/C Open: 1 March to 31 December Site fees: From £20 p/night

Don’t forget to mention the Motor Caravanners’ Club Handbook when booking your site CAERNARFON

Gwynedd

TYN RHOS FARM Tyn Rhos Saron, Llanwnda, Caernarfon, Gwynedd LL54 5UH t: 01286 830362 Directions: From Cvon take A487 Porthmadog Road for 1/4 mile past Tescos straight ahead at roundabout. First turning on right for Saron Llanfaglan. Site 3 miles on left. Open: March to November Site fees: From £25 inc elec and showers. All pitches hardstanding plus super pitches and grass pitches.

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NORTH WALES A region that’s Welsh through and through, North Wales is filled with castles, railways and superb scenery, with a rich heritage of music and language.

ANGLESEY

North Wales

DAFARN RHOS CARAVAN AND CAMPING SITE Dafarn Rhos, Lligwy Beach, Moelfre, Anglesey LL72 8NN t: 01248 410607 Facilities: Electric hook-up (10a), drinking water points, free showers and toilets, beach and dog showers, 1 mile away from seaside village of Moelfre. Pre-booking essential.

WREXHAM THE TROTTING MARE CARAVAN PARK (ADULTS ONLY) Overton-on-Dee, Wrexham LL13 0LE t: 01978 711963 Directions: Located off the A528 Knolton and Overton.

Open: All year Site fees: Contact site direct

North Wales

PEMBROKESHIRE

POWYS

Pembrokeshire is highly lauded for its picture-perfect Victorian seaside towns, its beaches and coastline, making it hugely popular for family summer holidays.

Powys is the largest county in Wales and the longest in Britain. Running from north to south along the border, some call it the backbone of Wales.

BROAD HAVEN

Pembrokeshire

THE BOWER FARM Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA62 3TY t: 01437 781554 m: 07891 540069 Facilities: The Bower is a traditional Pembrokeshire farmhouse overlooking St. Brides Bay. We are in walking distance of Broad Haven, sandy beach and the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Sailing, windsurfing, diving, sea and fresh water fishing and golf courses nearby. This is one of the sunniest parts of Britain, making holidaying all year round a reality.

Site fees: £35 per night (elec incl)

Do you have a favourite Welsh site?

Let us know all about it Email: editor@the motorcaravannersclub.co.uk ST DAVIDS

Pembrokeshire

BRECON

Powys

ANCHORAGE CARAVAN PARK Bronllys, Brecon, Powys LD3 0LD t: 01874 711246 f: 01874 711711 w: www.anchoragecp.co.uk Directions: 8 miles north east of Brecon. In centre of Bronllys village.

Facilities: Heated shower block, family room, disabled room, electric points, launderette and hairdressers.

Nearby: Golf 8 miles, fishing, walking, touring, horse riding 3 miles.

Open: All year Site fees: From £9 per person

BUILTH WELLS Powys FFOREST FIELDS Hundred House, Builth Wells LD1 5RT t: 01982 570406 e: office@fforestfields.co.uk w: www.fforestfields.co.uk Directions: 4 miles east of town, on A481 (New Radnor Road), wide entrance.

GPS: N52.17121 W3.31621 (Not postcode) Facilities: Quiet, rural site. Modern facilities, shower, family rooms, disabled, drying room, washing up, laundry. Level, grass and hard stands, EHU, chemical disp, dogs welcome, no clubhouse, statics, walking direct from site. Free WiFi. Open: Easter to January Site fees: From £25 (2 persons inc elec)

CAERFAI BAY CARAVAN & TENT PARK Caerfai Road, St Davids, Pembrokeshire SA62 6QT t: 01437 720274 e: info@caerfaibay.co.uk w: www.caerfaibay.co.uk Directions: Turn left at the roundabout, off A487 just before Oriel y Parc in St Davids, SP Caerfai. At road end, immediately prior to car park, turn right into Park. Facilities: Hook-ups, toilets, showers,disabled facilities, family amenity block. Motorhome dump stations,chemical disposal, laundry, dishwash facs. Calor/Campingaz.

Open: 22 March-3 November Site fees: £26.50-£36 (inc. electric)

TENBY

Pembrokeshire

ROWSTON HOLIDAY PARK New Hedges, Tenby, Pembrokeshire SA70 8TL t: 01834 842178 Directions: From Carmarthen take A477 to Kilgetty roundabout. Follow signage to Tenby. At New Hedges roundabout take road into New Hedges. Rowston is on the left just past McColl’s store.

Site fees: Contact site for details

TENBY

Pembrokeshire

WELL PARK CARAVANS Tenby, Pembrokeshire SA70 8TL t/f: 01834 842179 Directions: From Carmarthen take A477 to Kilgetty roundabout. 5 miles from Tenby take A478 follow to next roundabout ignore signs for New Hedges Saundersfoot follow A478 to Tenby. Park is the second turning right after the roundabout, 1 mile before Tenby.

Open: March to October Site fees: £18 to £34

MONTGOMERY

Powys

MELLINGTON HALL HOLIDAY HOME PARK Mellington Hall Country House Hotel & Holiday Home Park, Mellington, Churchstoke, Powys, SY15 6HX t: 01588 620011 w: www.mellingtonhall.co.uk e: claire@mellingtonhall.co.uk Directions: Please follow the B4385 and look out for our signs at the end of the drive. We're right on the border between England & Wales.

What3words: rocker.fairly.calculate Facilities: Electric, TV & water hook-ups. Hard standing pitches with awning space.

Brand new shower block opened Autumn 2022. Waste water & chemical disposal.

Caravan storage available. Children's play area. Mellington Hall Hotel just a short stroll away serving breakfasts, lunches & evening meals - open to non-residents.

270 acres of glorious grounds with woodchipped walkways. Offa’s Dyke path running through the grounds. Dogs welcome. Nearby: Powys Castle, Kerry Vale Vineyard, Montgomery Castle, sauna/gym/swimming pool 5 miles away. Golf courses, Ludlow Castle, Welshpool & Newtown.

Llanfair Light Railway.

Open: All year round.

Site fees: Visit our website.

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MONTGOMERY

Powys

SMITHY COUNTRY HOLIDAY PARK Abermule, Montgomery, Powys SY15 6ND t: 01686 630657 w: www.smithypark.co.uk Facilities: Touring and Holiday Park. Holiday Home Ownership & Touring Park.

Family run park Mid Wales. Adjacent River Severn fishing. Showers, toilets, laundry and dish wash, dogs welcome. Self-Catering Holiday Cottage - Sleeps 4. Village location, village shop and pubs. Bus service from park entrance.

Nearby: Montgomery Canal, canal walk and cycle path. Golf courses.

Open: March-end October

Best Parks

Camping Letang Bleu, 12 Route de L'etang Bleu, Vieux Mareuil, 24340 Mareuil en Perigord +33 553609270 +33 679267632 letangbleu@orange.fr www.letangbleu.com

EUROPE

Open from 1st April-28th Sept 2024.

Prices start from 20.00€ for pitch with motorhome, 10amp electric hook up, water, 2 people OBTERRE

FRANCE Renowned for its romantic capital, medieval cities, mountains and Mediterranean beaches, as well as sophisticated cuisine and world-class wines.

LIMOUSIN

France

CAMPING PARC VERGER 6 Le Poteau, 87150 Champagnac-La-Rivière, Limousin, France t: 0033 555 012283 Facilities: Two-star rated, peaceful British owned campsite. Twenty-five large and level hardstanding and grass pitches, outdoor pool, licensed on site shop, WiFi, motorhome dump point, disabled facilities, pets welcome. New licensed cafe/ restaurant. Nearby: Only one day’s drive from St Malo/Caen.

Open: Closed from 14 December until 1 February

MAREUIL EN PERIGORD

France

CAMPING LETANG BLEU 12 Route de L'etang Bleu, Vieux Mareuil, 24340 Mareuil en Perigord t: +33 553609270 or +33 679267632 Open: 1 April to 27 September Site fees: From €20 for pitch with motorhome, 10amp electric hook up, water, 2 people

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France

CAMPING LE CORMIER - CAMPING D’OBTERRE Route de Saint Flovier, 36290, Obterre, France t: 0033 666 530790 e: mike.smith51@orange.fr w: www.loireholidays.biz Direct online booking facility on website. Directions: South of River Loire, Obterre village is situated between A10 & A20 motorways, 1hr south of Tours and 20mins sth of Loches. GPS: Long 1.03679 & Lat 46.91949 Facilities: Quiet site, min 12 grass pitches with hook-up, toilets, showers, laundry etc. Pets welcome. Free WiFi. Ideal for Chateaux of Loire, cycling, walking and bird watching in Brenne. Open: All year

SPAIN Diverse landscapes, sumptuous cuisine, passionate people and a rich heritage of art and architecture make Spain a vibrant destination for any time of the year.

ANDALUSIA CAMPING EL QUINTO Mojàcar, Almería, Andalusia 04638 t: 0034 950478704 See advert opposite for more information

Spain

EL QUINTO a beautiful, small, quiet campsite in Almeria, the southeast corner of Spain.

EL QUINTO is 500m from the renowned village of Mojàcar and just 2km from the Mediterranean Sea. We are close to all amenities.

Special lower prices for 2+ nights.

Free hot water and swimming pool.

English, Spanish and German spoken.

Fabulous winter climate to enjoy the many sports and leisure activities available locally.

Camping el Quinto, Mojàcar GPS: 37.14056/1.86028 e: campingelquinto@hotmail.com t: +34 950478704 Cellular & WhatsApp: 643320687 @camping_el_quinto

Camping Los Gallardos

Since 1991, we’ve been your home in Mojácar

Get ready for a relaxing schedule of events under the Spanish sun as we enjoy life in the best winter climate in mainland Europe!

Camping Los Gallardos offers 125 camping pitches in a friendly, relaxed and peaceful setting.

The site is divided up into a series of terraces with plenty of trees, shrubs and hedges to provide privacy for campers. We have an onsite laundry as well as a well-stocked shop, which is open daily. Free WiFi is available in our restaurant to guests, and a WiFi network is available over the whole site for a small fee. Special nights are a regular occurrence in the Bar Restaurant Miraflores during the winter, and on Tuesdays we run a free shuttle bus to the weekly Los Gallardos market. Special short term memberships to the Almeria Lawn Bowling Club are available. Park homes available for short term lets. See our website for a price list.

Contact us today Phone: 020 8144 9364 www.campinglosgallardos.com Motor Caravanners' Handbook 2024 253

The Motor Caravanners’ Club (The Club) information The Club The Motor Caravanners’ Club was formed in 1960 by a group of like-minded enthusiasts who were unable to find an organisation catering for the needs of an ever increasing number of motor caravan owners. The Club remained loyal to those early expectations and now owners throughout the UK can benefit by being a member of a club run by volunteer Motor Caravanners’ solely for Motor Caravanners’.

How the Club works The Club is a limited company, limited by guarantee, run by an honorary Council of Management (COM) they are volunteers elected by members from club members.

The COM has a maximum of 15 members.

CoM members serve on committees responsible for recruitment, membership services including disabilities, marketing, finance, group liaison, administration and the Inter-Group Festival.

The chair persons of these committees together with the Club Chairman and Vice Chairman also form Disciplinary and Executive Committees.

In addition to these posts COM appoints a Company Secretary/Administrator and an Office Assistant, together they provide administrative services from the Club’s registered office at: “The Motor Caravanners’ Club Ltd”; Wood Farm Estate, Marlbank Road, Welland, Malvern WR13 6NA. The office is open during normal business hours Monday to Thursday 9am-5pm; Friday 9am-2pm and can be contacted by phone on 01684 311 677 or e-mail info@themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk The COM also appoints a Financial Officer to oversee all financial matters including the preparation of the Club’s statutory accounts for audit and presentation to the members at the AGM. There are also a number of other officers with specific skills who advise COM. Joining the Club Membership of the Club is only open to owners of motor caravans and comprises up to two named adults. Members are initially allocated to geographical Groups defined by

their postcode and also have an option to join special interest Groups based on a particular hobby or interest. Transfers between Groups are available. Children and Grandchildren under the age of 18 are considered to be part of the member’s family. Subscriptions are payable annually from the date of joining and subscription payments can be made online, by direct debit or by phoning Head Office and using bank card. Additional adults are charged an appropriate fee when participating in rallies and other Club activities. Online joining facilities are available. The health care card can be obtained on line.

Disability Advisor The COM relies on the services of its’ own Disabilities Advisor for guidance on Mobility matters, including advice on motor home adaptations for members. Conversions of motor caravans have increased considerably in recent years and such members have found the Club particularly suitable to their circumstances.

Associate Membership Those members, who for whatever reason, are unable to continue to use their motor caravan but wish to stay in touch with friends, are able to change their membership to Associate Membership with an approval letter from their Group Secretary.

They will also continue to receive their magazine and participate in rallies and social activities, but they will not be able to stay overnight in their own Motor Caravan under Associate Membership but can stay overnight in a friends unit, provided it is legal and safe to do so.

Groups The Group Committees manage their own affairs, subject to the Constitution for Groups (CFG). As Group committees and the Council of Management (COM) are elected from ordinary members, these rules are in place to guide them in running the affairs of the Club and its Groups.

Groups committees organise regular rallies, usually over weekends and that includes Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 255

The Motor Caravanners’ Club (The Club) information Christmas and the New Year as well as other Bank Holidays. You will find that most motorcaravanners’ use their ‘vans all year round Winter and Summer. They also organise holiday rallies with trips and entertainment.

All these events are advertised in the monthly magazine.

For a high percentage of Club members’ Continental travel has always been popular.

Going abroad is far easier as only one currency is used now in most countries. Touring advice can be found on the Website. Many Club members have a wealth of experience on a range of topics from travelling abroad and taking your pets with you and wintering in Spain and Portugal. The Club is a full member of the Federation of International Camping Clubs, FICC and also has a special Interest Group which has membership of the Federation of International Camping Motorhomes, FICM. The Club regularly participates in rallies organised by both bodies.

Camping Card International, CCI can be arranged for you from the office and remains at a cost of £6.00. Overseas Insurance can also be obtained, see the details in the Handbook.

If your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is in date you can continue to use it. The NHS website has the latest advice and we would recommend that members take out their own personal health insurance if travelling abroad.

Sources of Information “Motor Caravanner” is sent free to every member. The magazine, website and now facebook are some of the ways we can keep in touch and for the Club to talk to members and members to each other. The magazine contains comments from the Chairman and members on motorcaravanning matters, COM news, details of council decisions, news and information. We welcome letters, news and articles from members. Group News includes write ups on past and forthcoming events and rallies. Members’ vans and articles for sale are listed in the Members Bazaar. Major show reports and motor home tests also appear. We encourage dealers, converters and accessory providers to advertise their wares. The 256 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

magazine also highlights Insignia and other special offers available to members. Names and contact details and telephone numbers of all Council of Management (COM) members and all of the Club officials appear in the magazine each month.

We have a dedicated webmaster and he is always willing to help, he has designed and built a comprehensive range of pages under the “useful links” area. Information can be found on most areas’ of motorcaravanning.

The Club’s online shop is available at www.themotorcaravannersclub.co.uk.

Most Groups have their own website. The Club officers and many of the supporting officers are available via e-mail or telephone, their contact details are published on the Clubs’ website and in the monthly magazine.

Inter-Group Festival and Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Members’ Meeting is held at the Inter-Group Festival, where members have the chance to air their views. Over the weekend the Groups Conference is held and gives representatives the chance to discuss matters relating to Group activities. Members throughout the UK gather for this one large rally around the late Spring Bank Holiday. This event is a mixture of renewing old friendships and making new ones. We also welcome trade stands including dealers and accessory suppliers together with a small provisions shop and fast food outlets. The event is so important that the Inter-Group Festival Committee spend a whole year organising it. We have Live Entertainment each evening, Coach Trips to surrounding places, Homecraft; inter Group Quiz, Silent Auction and demonstrations over the duration of the rally.

Safety Health and Safety is the responsibility of each individual. Ensure that the ‘van’ is regularly serviced and properly maintained. Gas, Water and Heating appliances should be checked by qualified technicians. Ensure that a simple safety routine is done each time you drive off

The Motor Caravanners’ Club (The Club) information or leave a site. Where a number of ‘vans are gathered together consideration must be given to others whilst looking out for your own safety.

The Club issues guidelines in The Constitution for Groups (CFG) for the parking of ‘vans’ at organised rallies. See the plan in the CFG, it tells you about the distance between ‘vans and access for emergency vehicles also distances for awnings and gazebos’. Pets, particularly dogs, must be kept on a lead at all times and exercised off site, or in a designated area.

Owners must clear up any fouling. Site owners have their own Health and Safety policy and the COM act on advice from the Government Health and Safety Authority and will authorise any required alterations in rules and procedure regarding safety issues. If you intend to rally

at a school venue never arrive before the start time, this could upset the local community when collecting children and they have nowhere to park. Early arrivals may invalidate the Club insurance.

Only use powder fire extinguishers on electrical fires and water should only be used on grass fires to stop them spreading between ‘vans. All ‘vans should be able to leave a site by forward motion without hindrance.

Guidelines within The Motor Caravanners’ Club Constitution for Groups and the Memorandum of Articles of Association make motorcaravanning as safe as possible.

The latest and most up-to-date copies are available online.

Benefits of Membership A Club run by Motor Caravanners’ solely for Motor Caravanners’.

A Council of Management (COM) responsible to Club members.

Committees used in specific areas.

Specialist officers appointed to key roles on COM are available to members.

Discounts are available on motor caravan insurance once you are a member.

A range of Club insignia and products are available at competitive prices.

Best price ferry crossings by booking direct once you are a member.

Camping Card International can be purchased via the Club office.

Visits and rallies available on the Continent and further afield.

Member Discounts and Disability Discounts.

Motor Home Friendly Parking all over the UK. Overseas Travel Advice is available on the website.

Annual Handbook guide for CL’s, NS’s and Safe Knights within the UK. Extensive range of local, weekend and holiday rallies, all year round.

Area Groups covering different parts of the UK. Casual Campsites.

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Information for motorcaravanners – Check Lists To be definitive, a list must be subjective. Where this one isn’t, use the blanks to fill in your own specific requirements. Then, tick the relevant spaces (first box for acquired, second for loaded) and nothing will be forgotten.

Paperwork Passport(s) Personal health/travel insurance certificate European Health Insurance Card(s) (EHIC) (if in date) Camping Card International (CCI) Pet documentation Ferry tickets (outbound and homebound) Vehicle insurance certificate Campsite(s) reservation information Detailed itenerary including site directions Campsite addresses, phone, email Relevant club membership card(s) Driving licence(s) SatNav Paper maps Phrase book Vehicle Registration Certificate V5C Vehicle MOT Certificate (if applicable)

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Personal Wallet/purse Debit/credit cards Travellers cheques Cash (inc Euros) NHS medical card(s) Prescription medication Favoured over-the-counter medication Spectacles Spare spectacles Contact lenses, solution etc Favoured shampoo, toothpaste etc Travel sickness medication Mobile phone and charger Camera Address book

Vehicle Sundry Fire extinguisher o o Laptop computer First aid kit o o PDA Spare bulbs, fuses o o Electric toothbrush Headlamp beam benders o o Hairdryer Vehicle jack/wheel brace o o Electric razor UK plate (if necessary) o o Torch/lantern 2x warning triangle o o NiCad/Lion battery chargers Reflective waistcoat o o Kitchen equipment Tow rope o o Toiletries Tool kit o o Bedding Swiss army knife o o Towels Spare key o o Dressing gown(s)/slippers Snow chains/grips (if going Alpine) o o Clothing Site cable o o Shoes/footwear Polarity tester o o Foul weather gear/umbrella Reverse polarity and 2 pin adaptors o o Scarves/gloves Camping Gaz adaptor o o Chemical WC compounds LPG cylinder spanner o o Playing cards/games Fresh water filler hose o o Books/CDs/DVDs Cab door strap o o Pet food/bowls/bedding Vehicle and conversion handbooks o o Universal ‘flat’ basin plug o o o o o o o o 258 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

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Information for motorcaravanners – Check Lists

If you forgot it and have to buy it, find your size!

International Clothing Sizes MEN Suits/Overcoats British/Irish American Continental

36 36 46

Shirts (Collar sizes)

British/Irish American Continental

38 38 48

40 42 40 42 50/52 54

44 44 56

46 48 46 48 58/60 62

50 50 64

14 14 35

14 1/2 15 14 1/2 15 36/37 38

15 1/2 16 15 1/2 16 39/40 41

16 1/2 17 16 1/2 17 42/43 44

17 1/2 17 1/2 45

British/Irish 7 American 7 1/2 Continental

7 1/2 8 8 8 1/2 -41-

8 1/2 9 9 9 1/2 -42-

9 1/2 10 10 1/2 10 1/2 -43-

10 1/2 11 -44-

Hat Sizes British/Irish Continental

53

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55

56

57

58

59

60

8 6 38 34 36

10 8 40 36 38

12 10 42 38 40

14 12 44 40 42

16 14 46 42 44

18 16 48 44 46

20 18 50 46 48

22 20 52 48 50

British/Irish American Continental

4 5 1/2 361/2

4 1/2 6 37

5 61/2 37 1/2

5 1/2 7 38 1/2

6 7 1/2 39

61/2 8 39 1/2

7 81/2 40 1/2

71/2 9 41

Hat Sizes British/Irish Continental

6 1/2

Shoes

WOMEN Dresses/Suits British/Irish American Continental A Continental B Continental C

Shoes

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6 5/8

6 5/8

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6 3/4

6 3/4

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6 7/8

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7 1/4

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Continental A – Italy; Continental B – France, Germany, Scandinavia; Continental C – Portugal, Spain.

These sizes are approximate equivalents.

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Information for motorcaravanners – General and fire safety On the road Before setting out: GAS: Make sure the fridge is on electric (12v). It is an offence to run a fridge on gas, especially at garage forecourts. Close valve on cylinder or holding tank. Cylinders must be kept in an upright position with valve uppermost.

The gas cylinder compartment must be ventilated. Annually check the condition of all gas pipes and joints. If you detect a gas leak turn off supply at cylinder/holding tank. If using raw detergent to detect leaking joints, avoid the solution getting on copper pipe and brass fittings.

ELECTRIC: Wiring components should be fused with the correct rated fuse. Exposed terminals should be insulated to avoid shorts. Annually check the condition of wiring and fuel lines.

Wires should not run under carpets where they can be nicked or squashed – possibly causing a short circuit.

CHILDREN: If you leave children in the motor caravan alone, remove the cigar lighter and ensure that any matches are safely out of reach. On the move – make sure that children are safely belted up. Check every now and then that they have not undone the harness.

In the event of a fire • Get everyone out of the motor caravan • Sound the alarm • Call the fire brigade (999 or 112) • Tackle the fire ONLY if it is safe to do so • Turn off gas at cylinder/tank half an hour. Do not touch any burnt areas as substances could be carcinogenic or highly corrosive. Disconnect the battery if possible.

Fire in the living area Soft furnishings will give off dangerous fumes, e.g. cyanide. In 1990 motor caravans were legally required to be furnished with combustion modified high resilient foam in mattresses and cushions. Newer models should have fire resistant fabrics. For older vehicles, one can purchase flame retardent sprays.

What to do in the event of a fire Stop as quickly and safely as possible. Turn off the ignition. Get everyone out of the vehicle to a place of safety away from the vehicle. Call the fire brigade.

If the fire is small and has not taken hold, you may tackle it with a fire extinguisher – but remember – safety must come first. You are far more important than a piece of machinery. It is insured after all!

If the fire is under the bonnet, release the bonnet catch. Do not open the bonnet fully.

Direct the fire extinguisher through the gap.

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Fire at camp sites and rallies Equipment for fighting a fire must be available.

Each vehicle should carry a fire extinguisher – a 1 kilo dry powder (ABC powder) approved to BS/EN3 (previously BS5423). It is preferable to mount the extinguisher by an exit door. A 1 metre square fire blanket is also useful near the cooker. A smoke detector should be fitted and mounted away from the cooker.

With open gas fires, one should have a carbon monoxide detector.

Always have a torch available in a place where it can be found in the dark.

Cookers and hobs – remember that flame

Emergency telephone numbers

Before lighting barbeques on the rally field/ site, permission to do so must be obtained by the rally organiser or person(s) in charge at the time. Set them well away from bushes, tents, awnings and the motor caravan. Use only recommended fluids or fire lighters to light them. Never use petrol. After use allow the embers to cool completely before safely disposing of them.

Last word Always make sure that cigarettes are fully extinguished when finished. Maintain the Country Code.

Be safe and enjoy your motor caravanning

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A bucket of water outside the motor caravan may not seem much, but if everyone has one, together they could save the vehicle. Extra water can be obtained by using the ‘grey’ waste water.

112 is the number to dial for the police, ambulance or fire fighting services in an EU country in the event of an accident or any other emergency. In addition, a number of countries also have their own national emergency number.

The following table gives emergency numbers for the main holiday destinations.

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failure devices were only introduced as standard on stoves fitted after 1994. So on older cookers, if a flame goes out, turn off the gas and ventilate the vehicle.

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118 03 100 150 112 112 112 112 15 166 999 104 999 112 118 94 03 03 112 94 112 113 03 114 999 112 961 03 94 112 155 061 155 112 112 144

118 01 100 160 112 112 112 112 18 199 999 105 999 112 115 93 01 01 112 93 112 110 01 122 998 112 981 01 93 112 150 080 150 110 112 118

110 02 101 166 112 110 110 112 17 100 999 107 999 112 113 92 02 02 113 92 112 112 02 133 997 112 955 02 92 113 158 091 158 155 112 117

(When telephoning within the country, it is of course unecessary to dial the prefix number) Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 261

Information for motorcaravanners – Managing your electrics A wet and dreary weekend, let’s stay in and watch television/play CDs. It’s cold, let’s use the blown air heating, evening comes and the lights grow dim. We have used up most of our available battery power, oops! With the increased amount of electrical gadgetry we fit and expect in our motor homes it is important we understand the consumption rate of our items.

More and more at rallies and on quiet sites we hear the rattle and hum of generators or people returning to their units needing to run their engines when they discover that their leisure or living space battery has insufficient power left to run the required facilities. How many times has this happened to you or someone you know?

First let us consider the source of our electrical power in the living accommodation of our motor home. If you spend most of your time on pitches with mains electric ‘hook-up’ then the following article may be of little interest but for those who don’t and regularly find themselves without battery power for their living needs then maybe the article below will help them manage their power more efficiently. Most motorhomes have a secondary battery fitted to provide these services.

In earlier years this was often just another vehicle battery either charged from the vehicle engine whilst travelling or independently charged before departure. In modem units the leisure battery is a specialised battery that can be totally discharged and then recharges again without detriment.

These are fitted through charging units, which allow for either charging from the mains when on hook-up or trickle charging from the vehicle alternator when on the move. These batteries are measured in ampere/hours and generally are 75-110 aH. Developments in the field of battery construction mean that with the carbon batteries you can get a larger output battery that is lighter in weight. One living space battery should suffice for year-round weekend use, providing you are careful about how much use is made.

Ever more facilities in a Motor Caravan rely on 12v. We now rely on: • Electric pumps for water and toilet flush. The average pump uses 3-5amps, whilst it is not used continuously the total usage for drawing water, showering, etc. can soon add up. lf you have even a small leak in the water system the pump can 262 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

“cycle” using power.

• Fan assisted heating, although heating systems run on gas or diesel the ignition and any circulation fan(s) run from the 12v system. Approximate current consumption for this is 1.4amp.

• Electronic ignition for gas appliances (not a great user of power, but inconvenient if you can’t light the fire).

• Extraction fans for kitchens and toilets, again the current consumption for these is similar to that for the heating fan.

• Even a simple thing as the lighting can run away with power as although the average 8 watt tube light uses no more that 2/3amp, prolonged periods of multi use can soon add up.

• Filament lights take a little more current so can run away with the power quickly. Care needs to be taken that lights in cupboards and lockers are not accidentally left on. These should ideally be fitted with a micro switch so the door controls the light being on. It is a good idea to replace filament bulbs with LED type. They use far less current and are available as straight replacements, in most cases tubes can also be replaced the same way.

• Heavy current users e.g. colour TV, which can use over 3 amps reduce time available. Add to this CD players, video games or use of computers for the younger motor caravanners, satellite systems and the current is soon used up. A note to remember if you are using an invertor to power mains equipment then there is more current consumption by the invertors, especially if it includes a fan, and that the invertor will consume some power if left on even if no current is being drawn.

To decide which are your great power users – if current consumption is not quoted on the equipment then a quick calculation using Ohms law where power (watts) divided by voltage gives the current will enable you to see where the heavy users are. If you venture away from the beaten track or do not want to rely on hook-ups then you may want more capacity.

It is correct that leisure batteries are designed to have steady drain and then recharge. Starter batteries are made for a quick burst of power to start an engine and then the alternator will recharge the battery. They are not made for long steady drain of power. Traction batteries tend to be rather large and expensive. these are designed

Information for motorcaravanners – Managing your electrics to produce plenty of power BUT they then require overnight charging to replace power. Yes you can use a starter battery but it wont last long being used as a leisure battery in continual use.

Battery Capacity When choosing a battery you will find they are measured in ampere hour (Ah) this unit is the quantity of current the battery can supply, at the 20 hour rate at 25ºC. A lOOAh battery will supply 5 amps for 20 hours but if the current rises, the supply time falls geometrically. For example, a lOOAh battery supplying 20A may only last for 4 hours, whilst when supplying 3A the same battery could last 40 hours or longer.

To increase your existing supply the first option is to increase your battery capacity, but weight must be considered. There are available on the market carbon batteries, which are lighter but more expensive. Another option for increasing the capacity of your leisure battery is to fit a second battery. Preferably, try to match the leisure battery (60A battery fitted, look for a second 60A battery.) Both batteries must be safely fixed and wired in parallel, i.e. positive to positive, negative to negative. If you have any doubts about how to do this please consult a qualified person.

- A medium gauge of wire is needed – 2mm 2 cable.

- The link between the two batteries passes half of any current.

- Fuse the link at a suitable rate (1OA is often enough).

- The fuse must be of a lower rating than the rating of the link wire.

- Thinner gauge cable may suffice but will not pass current as efficiently as the heavier gauge cable (copper loss) - No room for a second battery?

- Can you fit a larger capacity one? (not necessarily any larger physically) - A third (or even more) living space battery/ies may be fitted – but please watch your payload.

Keeping it all charged If you move on every day or two or regularly drive your vehicle for 20 or 30 miles per day you can probably ignore this section.

Auxiliary battery charging options:

Once you have enough battery capacity thoughts often turn to charging the leisure batteries when not running the vehicle. The most obvious is probably a small petrol generator. You already have a generator on board. Running your engine will recharge batteries far quicker than a small portable one. Any mechanical generator will produce some degree of disturbance. A modem generator, which can hardly be heard running at a show or sales yard, may sound very loud indeed when you want to have a nap in the afternoon; on a quiet site it will sound even louder to your neighbours!

Diesel generator sets are usually too heavy and noisy. A further supply of fuel is needed. If the motor caravan runs on diesel and you carry LPG do you also want to carry petrol? You must also remember that periodic maintenance is required to ensure the safety of these items. You may wonder why there are always plenty of petrol generators for sale second hand.

Alternative sources of power are: LPG, wind, and solar generators, and the new kid in the block the Fuel Cell. These are quite expensive and also, as with generators, require a separate fuel to be carried and currently this is only available from certain sources.

LPG: A generator fitted on board for the larger motorcaravan can be supplied from the LPG system. This has the advantage in that it saves the need to carry petrol. You will almost certainly carry LPG in any case. The running costs are lower than petrol. LPG is environmentally friendlier, however the points about noise and maintenance referred to with petrol generators still apply.

Wind Power: Provides charging power for the longest period providing there is wind but there is the need to raise or erect on site and lower for travelling. The fact that there is mechanical movement means some degree of noise or vibration and inevitably some maintenance. Most wind generators suitable for portable use will provide 0.5 - 1A at best A steady breeze should give 15 - 20A of charge current per day from a 11W unit.

Solar Panels: Provides some charging current during daylight hours. If roof fixed then there is practically no maintenance, except cleaning when you wash the motorcaravan roof. You can charge Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 263

Information for motorcaravanners – Managing your electrics both battery sets throughout any period of vehicle lay-up. You never get the maximum current out of a panel. A 75W (watt) panel should charge an empty battery at 6A yet is unlikely to better 3A. A normal spring/summer/autumn day will provide around 25 - 30A per day. This gets better with more sun or longer daylight hours. A regulator should be fitted if you plan to leave a panel over 15W permanently connected to one battery. This will prevent overcharging the batteries. Small portable panels of 10 - 25W will not provide sufficient power for real freedom of worry. A minimum of a 50W panel should provide freedom from mains needs for two to three seasons of the year unless you need more 12V power than average. One 75W panel and two 90A hour living space batteries provide freedom from mains for most of the year for many users.

In conclusion, the logical thing is to balance your consumption of electricity. Ensure your leisure battery is fully charged when you arrive on site, careful use of battery power can mean that the fitted leisure battery is sufficient for your purposes. Remember consideration should be given to other site users when running generators or vehicle engines.

Use this chart as a guide to your battery’s condition State of Charge

Sealed or Flooded Lead Acid

Gel battery

AGM battery

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Using D.C. Electricity To understand how D.C. (direct current) electricity works, think of water passing from a tank, through a tap, along a pipe and onto a waterwheel. The water in the tank provides the pressure and this can be compared to ‘voltage’ being measured, of course, in ‘volts’. The flow of water is controlled 264 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

by the tap and this represents the resistance which the electricity will experience as it travels along a wire. The amount of water passing along the pipe becomes the current which is measured in amperes or ‘amps’. Finally, the water hits the waterwheel and makes it turn. The rate and pressure at which the water turns the wheel is the power and is measured in ‘watts’.

To calculate the number of Amps required for a piece of equipment to operate correctly, use this formula: Amps = Watts/Volts. A 12V TV may use 48 watts of power. When the TV is operated from the mains, the Amps being used will be 48 watts 1230 volts = 0.2 Amps. Hardly anything really but, if you were powering the same TV from the 12V battery in a vehicle, the sum would look like this: 48 watts 112 volts = 4 Amps.

When an appliance is plugged into a 12V/24V socket it will attempt to draw the amount of power which it needs to run correctly. A phone charger may require 0.25 Amps whereas a kettle may need 15 Amps which may be more current than the vehicle’s wiring and sockets are designed to carry. In such a case several things may happen: a fuse could blow, wiring could overheat and melt or the socket could overheat and damage itself or the kettle’s plug. It’s essential therefore to ensure that the wiring, fuses and sockets between an appliance and the battery to which it’s connected, are all ‘fit for purpose’.

This should always be borne in mind whenever an appliance is plugged in and appears not to work.

D.C. electricity has a major drawback; when it travels along wires it quickly loses strength. This is known as voltage drop. The longer, thinner and hotter the wire, the greater the resistance and the fewer the volts that make it to the appliance being powered. So, although a voltage can start off at well over 12V when it leaves the battery, by the time it arrives at the appliance, passing through yards of cable and a socket it may only measure 11V or even less. With lights this isn’t a problem, they’ll just dim, but some appliances, TVs for example, may simply not work at all. The solution is to ensure that the wiring between battery and socket is as short as possible and heavy enough to carry the current easily and freely.

It’s absolutely essential to ensure that wiring and sockets are up to the job. If they’re not, not

Information for motorcaravanners – Managing your electrics only may the appliances being powered not work correctly, but damage could be caused and, at worst a fire could start. If in doubt consult an auto electrical specialist 12V/24V 230V Inverters When you want to use a 230V appliance and you only have 12V or 24V available, you need an inverter. When connected to a 12V or 24V D.C. power source, such as a battery, the inverter simply converts the power into 230V A.C., which can then be used to operate any domestic or light industrial equipment. There are two main kinds of inverter and they have significant differences.

Modified sine wave inverters are the least expensive type. They are usually very efficient, light and compact and range from models supplying less than 150 watts to others, which can power equipment requiring several kilowatts.

They work by imitating the waveform produced by 230V mains electricity but the waveform they produce is far from smooth. The result is that some appliances won’t run as smoothly, as efficiently or as quietly as they would normally.

TVs usually show interference in the form of a thin line rolling up the screen. Microwave ovens may take a lot longer to cook; battery chargers may overheat or make a buzzing sound; power tools may run roughly and some equipment may be damaged or just won’t work at all. For most applications however, a modified sine wave unit will do the job and the possible disadvantages are outweighed by the low cost of a modified sine wave unit Pure or True sine wave inverters produce A.C. electricity in a smooth sine wave, which is virtually the same as that supplied by the National Grid.

As a result any electrical appliance will run just as well on this type of inverter as it will when plugged into the mains. Their only disadvantage is that they are considerably more expensive but if the inverter is to be used frequently or if maximum performance is essential, they are worth the additional cost Whichever inverter you choose, it’s essential to get one that is capable of providing the power which the appliance requires. So, if a vacuum cleaner using 1200 watts is being used, the inverter must be capable of supplying 1200 watts.

Bear in mind too that a powerful 230V appliance will consume a lot of battery power. ln a vehicle with a 12V battery, use the following formula to calculate exactly how much power the vacuum cleaner will use: Watts (1200) Volts (12) = Amps (100). If the battery supplying the inverter is rated at lOOAh, you might think that the vacuum cleaner would operate for one hour. In practice, however, the battery will run the appliance for perhaps 15 minutes before the voltage drops to a point where the inverter will no longer function. If the battery is holding less than its maximum state of charge or is in poor condition, expect even less running time.

As a rule of thumb, your battery’s AH capacity should be at least 25% of the inverter’s rated output so, if you want to run a 1200W vacuum cleaner, use a 1500W inverter supplied by batteries rated at least 375Ah. (25%of 1500=375) Many appliances draw a lot more power when starting up than they do when running. A TV, a fridge or anything using an induction motor can draw more than twice the power it needs when actually running. Make sure that your chosen inverter can deal with this surge or peak power. A TV for example, which may use 35 watts when it’s running, could draw as much as 300 watts just for a fraction of a second when it’s switched on.

Having chosen an inverter with the correct power rating. it is essential to fit it correctly. Some models with outputs of up to 300 watts can be connected directly to a lighter socket but make sure that the wiring to the socket and the socket itself are capable of carrying the power required.

As a rule, this should not exceed 150 watts. Even in this situation, there could be problems running appliances as a result of voltage drop, especially if the appliance requires a high initial current.

Above 300 watts, an inverter should always be connected directly to a battery and as close to the battery as possible again in order to avoid possible voltage drop. However, because the inverter will consume current even when it’s not being used, ideally it should be capable of being easily switched on and off. This may not be easy if the inverter is hidden away in the battery compartment but, if left on, the inverter will eventually run the battery flat. Some inverters, Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024 265

Information for motorcaravanners – Managing your electrics usually high output models, have the option of a remote control. This can be easily located somewhere more convenient and solves the problem at a stroke.

Note however, that in vehicles with a 12V or 24V power system, it is always better to use equipment which has been designed to run on those voltages if possible. This is because inverters themselves consume power, even when switched on but not actually powering anything.

Most inverters are around 80%- 90% efficient depending on how they are being used. This means that 10 - 20% more power is used to operate an appliance from an inverter than if the same appliance was powered directly from the battery.

Inverters can be extremely useful but they are highly complex pieces of equipment and, as with all electrical products, great care should be taken when installing and using them. Never forget that, even though they only have fairly harmless 12V or 24V going in, the 230V coming out is just as lethal as 230V coming out of a mains socket at home. lnverters can be the source of misunderstandings and problems. It’s tempting and easy to imagine that fitting an inverter to a van, boat or motorhome will solve all the domestic appliance problems. As explained above, it’s not quite that simple.

There are dozens of brands of inverter and hundreds of suppliers. Some brands make claims for themselves, which are, at best bordering on the truth. Others are excellent pieces of equipment but may be just too good for the needs of someone using an inverter occasionally for leisure purposes. However, if you make sure that the inverter you buy is genuinely suitable for your requirements, even if you pay a little more than you’d intended, and if it is fitted correctly and used sensibly, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it.

Solar Power There are three kinds of solar panel generally available: amorphous, mono-crystalline and poly-crystalline. All are made from silicon but all have different performance characteristics with amorphous panels being only roughly 1/2 as 266 Motor Caravanners’ Handbook 2024

efficient as mono-crystalline panels. Amorphous panels also have a much shorter lifespan than crystalline models – approx. 10 years as opposed to 25 years+. Amorphous cells are generally found on small, low power panels of the type, which fold up into a case or are designed to sit on a dashboard and plug into the lighter socket. When it comes to producing serious amounts of power, mono-crystalline is the way to go.

In order to produce electricity, any solar panel needs to be exposed to sunlight. On overcast days less power will be produced. Other factors affecting power production are: 1) The angle of the sun in the sky: A solar panel will work most efficiently when it’s perpendicular to the sun, i.e. the sun is striking the panel at an angle of 90 degrees.

Because the sun moves, this is a big problem, but there are systems, which automatically track the sun throughout the day. A correctly positioned panel can generate far more power than a badly positioned one.

2) The temperature: Unfortunately, the hotter a solar panel gets the less efficient it becomes at producing electricity.

All our panels are mounted in a frame, which allows air to circulate freely and keep the panel cool.

3) Shadows: Because of the way solar panels are constructed, a shadow failing on one cell can drastically reduce the power being supplied by the other cells. For this reason, two panels positioned a few feet apart but wired together can work better than a single large panel.

Choosing a solar panel Solar panels are rated in terms of their output power: so a 75 watt panel can, in theory and in ideal conditions, produce 75W of power. However, because of the factors mentioned above, actual power production may be 1/2 or even less of the nominal figure. Which panel you choose depends on what you want it to do. If you just want it to keep the batteries topped up between visits to campsites, you may only need a small, low powered model. If. on the other hand, you want to be able to power your vehicle’s or boat’s electrical requirements on a full-time basis, you may need

Information for motorcaravanners – Managing your electrics a solar array consisting of several large panels.

Most people in motorhomes and on narrow boats for example, opt for panels between 75 watts and 100 watts in size.

In order to work out what size of panel you need it’s necessary to do some sums. Make a note of the power consumption of all the appliances, which are powered by the battery: lights, TV, water pump, fan, fridge, etc. Then work out how many hours a day each appliance will be used for.

Multiply the hours by the power consumption of each appliance. Add everything up to get a grand total and you should have a rough idea of your total daily power requirements. For example: 4 lights @ 12w = 48 watts, used for 4 hours per day = 192 watts 1 TV @ 30w, used for 2 hours per day = 60 watts 1 water pump @ 24w, used for: 20 mins per day = 8 watts 1 cool box @ 48w, used for: 6 hours per day = 288 watts Total daily power consumption = 548 watts

with your appliance and keep them handy for future reference.

• Do keep your appliance clean and have it serviced regularly by a competent person.

Not only will this help to keep it safe but also means it will burn efficiently and therefore save money.

• Do ensure there is an adequate supply of fresh air in the room whre your appliance is used. If a room has ventilators or grilles ensure these are open. If a room becomes stuffy, open a window or door immediately.

• Do try to exchange full for empty cylinders out of doors. A change indoors should only be done away from any sources of ignition such as open fires, boilers, electric heaters, pilot lights, lit cigarettes etc. The appliance must also be switched off and preferably allowed to cool before the cylinder change takes place.

• Do be careful when lifting cylinders. Full cylinders weigh approximately twice the net weight shown on the cylinder.

If you’re in Spain and there are 10 hours of bright sunshine every day, a 75watt monocrystalline panel should, in theory, produce enough power to run everything and have power left over to keep the battery topped up. However, the angle of the panel to the sun, shadows, clouds and ambient temperature may reduce the power supplied by the panel significantly.

And, in a location where sunshine isn’t quite as reliable, power consumption may exceed power production by a considerable margin. Our advice is to get the biggest panel you can afford and/or fit to your vehicle or boat.

2. DON’T when using Calor Propane • Don’t subject a cylinder to heat as the pressure inside could build up to exceed the safe limit Don’t attempt to unscrew or disconnect a clip-on or screw-on regulator or valve wheel from any cylinder if the flame doe not go out when the regulator is turned off. Leave appliance alight and call your local Calor Gas retailer.

• Don’t when using a 4.kg cylinder use the rubber washer from the protective black cap as a sealing washer.

• Don’t store or use cyinders in cellars or below ground level. LPG is heavier than air and if there was an escape the gas will collect at low level, can be an asphyxiate, and can become dangerous in the presence of a flame or spark. For the same reason do not store cylinders any closer than 2 metres from untrapped drains, unsealed gullies or openings to cellars.

• Don’t attempt to force a regulator of one size on to a cylinder’s valve of another size. If you have any difficulties contact your Calor Gas retailer and have the appliance checked.

• Don’t improvise or modify your gas appliance.

Always ask your Calor Gas retailer for advice and do not let unqualified people tamper with or

Using Calor Gas Safely - Butane Butane Cylinders 4.5 kg, 7kg, 12Kg & 15 kg Sizes 1. DO when using Calor butane • Do treat a cylinder with care to ensure that the valve is not damaged.

• Do when using 4.5 kg cylinders, always use the correct black sealing washer for a gas tight seal.

• Do always use cylinders in the upright position unless specifically designed for liquid offtake • Do return cylinders when empty or when not in use for long periods • Do read the instructions and labels provided

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• Don’t obstruct access to cylinders.

G.P.S. - A Brief Guide The Global Positioning Satellite network is owned and operated by the American Department of Defence who were only allowed to set it up on the condition that they made it freely available for civilian use too. It uses 28 satellites which circle the globe at an altitude of around 12,000 miles and the idea behind GPS is that at least three of them are visible (although not to the naked eye) at all times, anywhere in the world.

When a GPS receiver locks on to the signal of at least three satellites, it calculates exactly where it is in terms of latitude and longitude and tracks movement. With four or more satellites in view, the receiver can also determine the altitude.

Using this information, the receiver’s software then calculates speed, direction, routing and so on, according to the sophistication of the receiver.

Accuracy varies according to various factors including, possibly, the security situation but in general, most modern receivers will be accurate to within approx. 50 ft.

Use of the GPS system is completely free with no set-up costs, no subscription and no additional equipment needed. There are many different receivers on the market designed for use in boats, aircraft vehicles, and for walkers. They all do basically the same job: they tell you where you are. All you have to do is decide what additional features you need.

TV Aerials Unless you watch TV via satellite or cable you’ll need an aerial. These come in various shapes and forms but they can be put into two main categories: directional and omni-directional.

Within each of these categories are models which can be used indoors or out. To cut a long story short, outdoor aerials tend to work better than indoor ones and directional aerials tend to outperform omni-directional ones.

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matter which direction it’s coming from and this is an attractive idea for anyone watching TV in a vehicle because, in theory, you can just turn up somewhere, turn on the TV and be assured that your aerial is receiving whatever signals are coming from the local transmitter. Like anything that sounds too good to be true, however, it is. The reason that houses don’t have omnidirectional aerials on their roofs is that they just don’t work as well as directional aerials, which are pointed directly at the transmitter. Omnidirectional aerials do work and the amplifiers, which come with them, can help to boost the available signal. But unless the signal being received is strong and consistent this type of aerial may not work much better than – literally – a coat hanger.

A directional aerial will always perform better than an omni-directional model but only if it’s pointed accurately towards the nearest transmitter. The problem here is: how do you know where the nearest transmitter is? The easy way to find out is to look at aerials on buildings nearby. Another way is to rotate the aerial until you find the best signal. A good directional aerial is essential if you want to get the best out of Freeview. An omnidirectional unit may pick up some channels but in areas where the signal is weak, it may not get all of them. In some areas, a directional aerial might not receive all channels but you’ll have a far better chance of getting a good choice of viewing.

If all this sounds a bit too stressful, you could always make do with a simple indoor aerial. They’re cheap, easy to use and, perhaps surprisingly, can be very effective. Some have built-in amplifiers and these work even better.

Whichever type of aerial you choose, bear in mind that no matter how good it is, if there’s no signal to be had, you won’t get a good picture and you may not get a picture at all. This is one reason why, especially if you travel to out-of-the-way places, satellite TV may be the most suitable way for you to receive TV. 12V/24V Cooler Boxes and Fridges Whether on a long summer’s journey, parked up for the night or just down at the beach for the day, keeping food and drink fresh and cool when

Information for motorcaravanners – Managing your electrics you’re out and about has never been easier.

In fact, with hundreds of cool boxes, cool bags, coolers and fridges to choose from, the only problem is deciding which method of cooling will suit you best Traditional cool boxes and bags use insulation and ice packs to keep things cool: fine for picnics, as long as the temperature doesnt get too high and the contents only need to stay chilled for just a few hours. For more demanding situations, when ice packs are not available or just for sheer convenience, a thermoelectric cooler box or even a mobile fridge could be just what’s needed.

But what are the differences between thermoelectric cooler boxes and fridges and why do prices vary so widely? In short, a cooler box will simply plug into a 1W or 24V power supply and, using technology, which is also used to keep rocket guidance systems cool, maintain a temperature of up to 30 degrees below the ambient temperature. So, if the temperature outside is 30 degrees, the temperature inside the box will be around 5 degrees — 15 degrees depending on the model.

In hot conditions such as those found during the summer in southern Europe, a cooler box may simply not be able to cool its contents sufficiently but they are ideal for use in average northern European conditions. Cooler boxes are much lighter and so easier to carry around than fridges, making them suitable for picnics and other occasional uses. With some cooler boxes their operation can be reversed and they can be used to keep food warm. Higher prices tend to reflect more features, better performance or lower power consumption and longer life of the components.

With cooler boxes, more so than with a lot of products, you really do get what you pay for.

Fridges are more appropriate for conditions where temperatures are likely to be constantly high and where it’s important to be sure that when cold things are put in, they stay cold no matter what the ambient temperature.

There are two kinds of portable 12V/24V fridge: absorption types such as most Electrolux/ Dometic models and units which use a compressor. Absorption fridges are cheaper, very reliable and completely silent They are not usually as powerful as compressor fridges however and

some portable models will not reach temperatures much below 5 degrees. Furthermore, they should be kept almost completely level in order to work properly. At more than a 10 degree tilt the fridge may stop working. Absorption fridges require a lot of power when running on electrIcity, as much as 8 Amps on 12 volts and this is why they can usually be operated from a gas supply, as well as on electricity.

Compressor fridges are the ultimate in mobile cooling. They come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and performance levels and, although not cheap are the best way to ensure the same sort of performance in all conditions that you would expect from your fridge/freezer at home. Models are available which will freeze as low as 22 degrees, cold enough to keep ice cream frozen.

Compared to both cooler boxes and absorption fridges, they use little power as few as 12 Amps on 12V in average U.K. conditions and, thanks to modem compressor technology, make hardly any noise. Road Pro have supplied this model of fridge to the Police for storage of D.N.A. samples, diabetics for keeping their insulin at a safe temperature and anyone who needs efficient dependable refrigeration on the move.

In the end, what method of cooling you should choose depends on what you need it to do.

Before buying a cooler or a fridge, ask yourself the following questions: how cold do you need to keep the contents? What is the environment where you will mostly be using it? How often will you be using it? What power source will you be using?

What internal capacity, will you need, and what external size and shape will be most convenient?

When you’ve answered these questions, you should have a good idea of which unit is best for you.

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Technical Publication Technical Publication Using Calor Gas Safely In Your Caravan Tourer, Caravan Holiday Home or Park Home.

Using Calor Gas Safely In Your Caravan Tourer, Caravan Holiday Home or Park Home.

Using Cylinders Using Cylinders What Happens Inside the Cylinder What Happens Inside thespecifically Cylinder manufactured to store Liquefied Calor gas cylinders are Petroleum Gas (LPG for short) in its liquid state. The liquid turns to gas very Calor gas cylinders are specifically manufactured store off Liquefied easily and the gas fills the space above the liquid. As gas to is drawn in use, Petroleum (LPG for to short) in its state. The liquid turns to gas more liquidGas turns to gas replace it.liquid An external regulator connected tovery the easily and the gas fills the space above the liquid.

As gas is drawn off supply line between the cylinder and appliance keeps the pressure in of use, the more liquid turns to gas to replace it.

An external regulator connected to the gas constant to the appliance as the cylinder empties until there is no liquid supply linetobetween the cylinder and appliance keeps the pressure of the left to turn gas. gas constant to the appliance as the cylinder empties until there is no liquid left to turn to gas.

The Regulator The Regulator A suitably rated regulator must be included in the connection between the cylinder and the appliance.The regulator is precisely set to control the A suitablyofrated regulator included in the connection between the pressure the supply and must Mustbe Not Be Adjusted.

Replace any regulator, cylinder andworking the appliance.The regulator is precisely set to control which is not properly, or after 10 years’ of life. Regulators must the be pressure BS3016 of the supply and Must Not Be Adjusted. Replace any regulator, marked or BSEN12864 which is not working properly, or after 10 years’ of life. Regulators must be marked BS3016 or BSEN12864 For Caravan Holiday Homes and Residential Park Homes the regulator must have an outlet pressure of 28 mbar for Butane and 37 mbar for Propane and be marked BS3016 or For Caravan Holiday Homes Residential the toregulator must have an BS EN 12864 (for cylinder use)and or BS EN 13785 Park whenHomes connected a piped supply.

Where outlet pressureChange of 28 mbar Butaneorand 37 mbarisforfitted Propane and be marked BS3016 or an Automatic OverforDevice Regulator to multiple Propane cylinder BS EN 12864this (formust cylinder or BS pressure EN 13785 connected a piped Where installations, haveuse) an outlet of when 37 mbar and be to marked BSsupply.

EN 13786. an Automatic Change Over Device or Regulator is fitted to multiple Propane cylinder installations, this must have an outlet pressure of 37 mbar and be marked BS EN 13786.

For Touring Caravans and Motor Homes, in 2003 BS EN 1949 was introduced which requires the appliances be supplied at 30 mbar for either Butane or Propane. This regulator For Touring Caravans and Motor Homes, in 2003 BS EN 1949 was introduced which must be marked BS12864 Annex D. Where an Automatic Change Over Device or Regulator requires appliances be supplied at 13786 30 mbar for either is fitted tothe this must be marked BS EN Annex D. Butane or Propane. This regulator must be marked BS12864 Annex D. Where an Automatic Change Over Device or Regulator is fitted Caravans to this must beMotor marked BS ENproduced 13786 Annex D. 2003 require an outlet pressure of Touring and Homes, before 28 mbar for Butane and 37 mbar for Propane and must be marked BS3016 or BS EN Touring Caravans and Motor Homes, produced before 2003 require an outlet pressure of 12864.

28 mbar for Butane and 37 mbar for Propane and must be marked BS3016 or BS EN 12864. will be given in the manual for your caravan and a label attached to the gas inlet Guidance in the gas locker.

Guidance will be given in the manual for your caravan and a label attached to the gas inlet in the gas locker.

Flexible Hoses Flexible Hoses and certified hoses BS3212 or BSEN1763 and which bear the year and name of Use only marked the manufacturer and clips as LPG attacks and erodes natural rubber. Keep hose lengths as short Use only marked and certified hoses or BSEN1763 andmust which the year name of as possible and less than 2 meters in BS3212 length. All flexible hoses bebear secured with and proper hose the manufacturer andthe clips as LPG andof erodes natural rubber.

Keep hose lengths as time. short clips.

Make sure that hoses are attacks kept clear ‘hot spots’ and inspect them from time to as possible 2 meters length.

All flexible hoses must be secured with proper hose Replace any and hoseless thatthan shows signs ofinwear or damage. clips. Make sure that the hoses are kept clear of ‘hot spots’ and inspect them from time to time.

Replace any Caravans hose that and shows signs of wear damage.

For Touring Motor Homes, inor 2003 BS EN 1949 was introduced which requires the hose between the cylinder and regulator to be no longer than 450mm For Touring Caravans and Motor Homes, in 2003 BS EN 1949 was introduced which requires the hose between the cylinder and regulator to be no longer than 450mm

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Using Do’s and Calor Don’tsGas Safely In Your Caravan Tourer, Caravan Holiday Home or Park Home.

• Do treat a cylinder with care to ensure that the valve is not damaged. A damaged valve could Do’s and result in aDon’ts leak. treat a cylinder with care to ensureliquid that gas the could valve is damaged.

A damaged valve could • • DoDo use a cylinder upright.

Horizontally, getnot into the supply pipes with serious result in a leak. results.

Do use a cylinder upright. aHorizontally, liquid gas couldvalve get into theand supply with ifserious • • Don’t attempt to disconnect regulator from a switch-on (15kg 7kg pipes cylinders) the results. flame does not go out when the regulator switch is turned off. Leave the appliance alight and • callDon’t to disconnect a regulator from a switch-on valve (15kg and 7kg cylinders) if the your attempt Gas Supplier or Park Manager. flamesubject does not go out to when thebecause regulator is turned thecould appliance • Don’t a cylinder heat, theswitch pressure insideoff. theLeave cylinder build alight up to and a call beyond your Gas or safety Park Manager. point theSupplier designed limit.

Don’t subject a cylinder heat, ground because the pressure inside cylinder • • Don’t store or use cylinderstobelow level, because LPG is the heavier than could air. Ifbuild thereupis to a a point beyond thecollect designed safety limit. leak, the gas will at low level and become dangerous in the presence of flame or a • spark.

Don’t store or use cylinders below ground level, because LPG is heavier than air. If there is a leak,store the gas willpropane collect cylinders at low level and become dangerous in the presence under of flame or a • Don’t or use (red) indoors, because propane is contained higher spark. and should only be kept outdoors. pressure • Don’t store or use propane cylinders (red) indoors, because propane is contained under higher and should only be kept outdoors.

Gas pressure Appliances Gasare Appliances There many central heating boilers, water heaters, fires and cookers as well as leisure appliances that can be used with your Calor gas supply. Many look just like those for use with Theregas. are They many centraljust heating boilers, give water fires performance, and cookers but as care well must as leisure natural operate as efficiently, theheaters, same superb be appliances that can used with your Calor gas supply. Many look just like those for use with taken when buying andbe using them. natural gas. They operate just as efficiently, give the same superb performance, but care must be taken when abuying and usingitthem.

When buying gas appliance is important to ensure it is suitable for use with Calor propane

and/or butane. You should purchase appliances that bear the CE mark and have been designed for When buying a gas appliance it is important to ensure it is suitable for use with Calor propane use in caravans. and/or butane.caused You should purchase appliances involve that bear the CE markmay andhave have been been purchased designed for Many accidents by faulty gas appliances those, which use in caravans. second-hand.

Special care is needed if you buy a second-hand gas appliance. Have it checked by a Many accidents by faulty appliances involve those, competent installercaused for safety.

If yougas have any doubts don’t buy.which may have been purchased second-hand. Special care is needed if you buy a second-hand gas appliance. Have it checked by a competent installer for safety. If you have any doubts don’t buy.

Installation of Appliances

Installation of Appliances

It is required by law to use installers which display the Gas Safe symbol and are registered to undertake to work to the highest standards of It is required lawDIY to use installers display the Gas Safeatsymbol safety.

Amateursbyand ‘experts’ can which put you and your family risk and are registered Don’t to undertake work to the highest standards of and face prosecution. take that to risk, use the professionals. safety. Amateurs and DIY ‘experts’ can put you and your family at risk face prosecution. installers Don’t takewho thatcan risk,install use the professionals.

A and list of recommended LPG appliances can be

obtained from Gas Safe 0800 405 5500.

A list of recommended installers who can install LPG appliances can be obtained Gas 0800 405read 5500.

There is a from saying ‘IfSafe all else fails, the instructions’. For your own health and

safety you must read the instructions and labels first, and then keep them handy for reference. If There is a saying ‘If not all else fails, read the instructions’.

For yourplease own contact health and there is anything you’re certain about concerning your installation your installer. youabout must read instructions and labels first, contact and thenyour keepCalor them Dealer handy for Forsafety advice any the other LPG appliance, please or reference. appliance If there is anything you’re not certain about concerning your installation please contact your installer. manufacturer.

For advice about any other LPG appliance, please contact your Calor Dealer or appliance manufacturer.

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Using Calor Gas Safely In Your Caravan Tourer, Caravan Holiday Home or Park Home.

Servicing Appliances Servicing Appliances

Gas appliances should be serviced regularly to keep them in a safe and efficient condition. Properly maintained appliances safe in use and are cause forinconcern.

Gas appliances should are be serviced regularly tono keep them a safe and efficient condition. Properly maintained appliances are safe in use and are no cause for concern.

Central Heating Boilers/Hot Water Circulators: Boilers and water heaters should be serviced Central Boilers/Hot Water Circulators: water heaters should be at least Heating once a year.

Your CORGI registered Central Boilers Heatingand Installer normally undertake this Central Heating Boilers/Hot Water Circulators: Boilers and waterwill heaters should be serviced serviced at once Your Saferegistered registered Central Heating Installer willnormally normally undertakethis this work.

Alternatively, CORGI, for detailsCentral of CORGI registered installers in your area. atleast least onceaayear. year.contact YourGas CORGI Heating Installer will undertake work. information contact Gas Safe on 0800 5500 or visit www.gassaferegister.co.uk work. For Alternatively, contact CORGI, for details of 408 CORGI registered installers in your area.

Other Appliances: Cookers and fires etc. should be serviced at least once a year.

Other Appliances: Cookers and fires etc. should be serviced at least once a year.

Modifications Modifications

Never improvise with gas equipment, if you want your installation changed or extended in any way, contact your Neverplease improvise with gasInstaller. equipment, if you want your installation changed or extended in any way, please contact your Installer.

Do not let unqualified people tamper with your appliances or installation. Appliances for use withlet Calor propane people are designed and builtyour to very high standards – any adjustments or Do not unqualified tamper with appliances or installation.

Appliances for modifications could impairare theirdesigned safety and nullify guarantees.– any adjustments or use with Calor propane and builtmanufacturers’ to very high standards modifications could impair their safety and nullify manufacturers’ guarantees.

Ventilation and Flues Ventilation and Flues

Occasionally chimneys or flues can become fully or partially blocked due chimneys to broken or bricks, nests orfully soot. will Occasionally flues birds’ can become or This partially cause of bricks, combustion spillor into blockedthe dueproducts to broken birds’ to nests soot.the Thisroom will polluting theproducts air with toxic fumes. It is to important that the chimneys cause the of combustion spill into room and flues are checked regularly and that they are NEVER polluting the air with toxic fumes. It is important that chimneys BLOCKED. and flues are checked regularly and that they are NEVER BLOCKED. Like you appliances need air or rather the oxygen in the air.

There must be adequate of freshthe airoxygen for appliances to Like you appliances need supply air or rather in the air. work the products must be removed.

Thereproperly, must beand adequate supplyofofcombustion fresh air for appliances to work properly, and the products of combustion must be removed.

There are three types of appliances for use in caravans: those with a room sealed flue, such as some of fires andofcentral heating those thatthose need with an ordinary such as such boilers, There kinds are three types appliances for boilers; use in caravans: a room flue, sealed flue, as water heaters types ofheating radiantboilers; fires; and those that do an not ordinary have a flue, cooker some kinds of and firessome and central those that need flue,such suchas asa boilers, or hotplates or refrigerators. water heaters and some types of radiant fires; and those that do not have a flue, such as a cooker or hotplates or refrigerators.

With room sealed flue system, air for combustion and the products of combustion are kept sealed from the room atmosphere.

Byair law, sealed and fluedthe appliances be usedare in kept bathrooms, With room sealed flue system, for room combustion products should of combustion sealed shower room. is also advisable to use this sealed type offlued appliance in bedrooms. from the roomIt atmosphere.

By law, room appliances should be used in bathrooms, shower room. It is also advisable to use this type of appliance in bedrooms.

Never use an open flued water heater installed in the bathroom while in the bath. Always turn off the heater before into the bathinstalled and ensure there is goodwhile ventilation all times Never use an opengetting flued water heater in the bathroom in the at bath.

Alwayswhile turn the off heater is in before use. getting into the bath and ensure there is good ventilation at all times while the the heater heater is in use.

When using flued and flueless appliances, it is essential to ensure that ventilation is adequate.

When using flued and flueless appliances, it is essential to ensure that ventilation is adequate.

If the room has ventilators or grilles, make sure they are NEVER BLOCKED. Most rooms have fresh air entering around doors and windows – but if a room stuffy, open a door orhave a window If the room has ventilators or grilles, make sure they arebecomes NEVER BLOCKED. Most rooms fresh immediately. air entering around doors and windows – but if a room becomes stuffy, open a door or a window immediately.

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IF IN DOUBT – SEEK ADVICE. IF IN DOUBT – SEEK ADVICE.

SERVICING IS NEEDED TO ENSURE: •SERVICING Flues and IS heat exchangers are not blocked.

NEEDED TO ENSURE: Air inlets clear.

•• Flues andare heat exchangers are not blocked.

Theinlets gas consumption is correct.

•• Air are clear.

Safety are working correctly.

•• The gasdevices consumption is correct.

The appliance safe for further use.

•• Safety devicesisare working correctly.

• The appliance is safe for further use.

Carbon Monoxide – The Facts Carbon Monoxide – The Facts • •• • • •• •• • • •

• • • • • •

• •• •• •• •• • • • • •

When gas does not burn properly, poisonous carbon monoxide fumes may be produced.

You cannot see not or smell carbon monoxide fumes. are invisible, odourless, colourless and When gas does burn properly, poisonous carbonThey monoxide fumes may be produced. tasteless.

You cannot see or smell carbon monoxide fumes. They are invisible, odourless, colourless and Fumes from partially burnt gas kill more people than fires and explosions from unburnt gas. tasteless.

Faulty gas poor gas ventilation and incorrect produce carbon monoxide.

Fumes fromappliances, partially burnt kill more people than flues fires may and explosions from unburnt gas.

The danger signs on poor gas appliances are incorrect stains, deposits of produce soot and excessively yellow or Faulty gas appliances, ventilation and flues may carbon monoxide. orange flames.

The danger signs on gas appliances are stains, deposits of soot and excessively yellow or Carbon flames. monoxide can cause drowsiness, dizziness, headaches, watering eyes, chest pains or orange palpitations, sickness, pains or diarrhoea. these are vague symptoms Carbon monoxide can stomach cause drowsiness, dizziness, Unfortunately, headaches, watering eyes, chest pains or produced by many other causes pains such as and food poisoning. palpitations, sickness, stomach orinfluenza diarrhoea.

Unfortunately, these are vague symptoms You should seek medical advice if you persistently suffer from any of the symptoms listed produced by many other causes such as influenza and food poisoning. above after being a roomadvice whereifany burning appliance is in use, of course havelisted your You should seek in medical yougas persistently suffer from any and of the symptoms gas installation checked by awhere competent installer. above after being in a room any gas burning appliance is in use, and of course have your Remember, gas appliances which areinstaller. designed, installed and used correctly, regularly gas installation checked by a competent serviced, and properly ventilated flued are completely safe.

Remember, gas appliances which and are designed, installed and used correctly, regularly Consider the of a suitably certified monoxide serviced, andinstallation properly ventilated and flued are carbon completely safe. detector.

Consider the installation of a suitably certified carbon monoxide detector.

Please Remember Please Remember

Never block ventilators Alwaysblock check regularly that flues are clear Never ventilators Always check read the installation Always regularly that and fluesoperating are clear instructions for your appliances carefully.

Always read use athe Gasinstallation Safe registered installer to install or service gas appliances.

Always and operating instructions for youryour appliances carefully.

Never use as registered a means ofinstaller heating. ensure there adequate ventilation while Always useaacooker Gas Safe to Always install or service yourisgas appliances. cooking.use a cooker as a means of heating. Always ensure there is adequate ventilation while Never If you think your gas appliance is not working properly do not use it. Contact a Gas Safe cooking. registered installer If you think your for gasprofessional appliance isadvice. not working properly do not use it. Contact a Gas Safe Ring the Calor Gas registered installer forEmergency professionalService advice. number 08457 444 999 if an emergency occursthe Calor Gas Emergency Service number 03457 Ring 08457 444 444 999 999 if an emergency occurs

The information in this document is intended to give guidance and believed to be accurate and represent good practice at the time of publication. It does not replace the need to consult other formal documents where further The information in this document is intended to give guidance and believed to be accurate and represent good information may be required. practice at the time of publication. It does not replace the need to consult other formal documents where further information may be required.

No responsibility or liability is accepted by Calor Gas Limited for any loss or damage arising out of the information given.

No responsibility or liability is accepted by Calor Gas Limited for any loss or damage arising out of the information It is important that users of this publication adhere to all legal requirements, Regulations, CoP’s and Standards, given. particularly, those relating to gas safety.

It is important that users of this publication adhere to all legal requirements, Regulations, CoP’s and Standards, particularly, those relating to gas safety.

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, electrostatic, magnetic tape, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in otherwise, without permission in writing from Calor Gas Ltd. any form, or by any means, electronic, electrostatic, magnetic tape, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without permission in writing from Calor Gas Ltd.

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Technical Publication Using Calor Gas Safely - Butane Butane Cylinders 4.5 kg, 7kg, 12Kg & 15 kg Sizes 1. Do when using Calor Butane  Do treat a cylinder with care to ensure that the valve is not damaged. 

Do when using 4.5 kg cylinders, always use the correct black sealing washer for a gas tight seal.

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Do always use cylinders in the upright position unless specifically designed for liquid offtake

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Do return cylinders when empty or when not in use for long periods

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Do read the instructions and labels provided with your appliance and keep them handy for future reference.

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Do keep your appliance clean and have it serviced regularly by a competent person. Not only will this help to keep it safe but also means it will burn efficiently and therefore save money.

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Do ensure there is an adequate supply of fresh air in the room where your appliance is used. If a room has ventilators or grilles ensure these are open. If a room becomes stuffy, open a window or door Immediately

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Do try to exchange full for empty cylinders out of doors. A change indoors should only be done away from any sources of ignition such as, open fires, boilers, electric heaters, pilot lights, lit cigarettes etc.

The appliance must also be switched off and preferably allowed to cool before the cylinder change takes place.

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Do be careful when lifting cylinders. Full cylinders weigh approximately twice the nett weight shown on the cylinder

2. Don’t when using Calor Butane 

Don’t subject a cylinder to heat as the pressure inside could build up to exceed the safe limit

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Don’t attempt to unscrew or disconnect a clip-on or screw-on regulator or valve wheel from any cylinder if the flame does not go out when the regulator is turned off. Leave appliance alight and call your local Calor Gas retailer.

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Don’t when using a 4.5kg cylinder use the rubber washer from the protective black cap as a sealing washer.

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Don't store or use cylinders in cellars or below ground level. LPG is heavier than air and if there was an escape the gas will collect at low level, can be an asphyxiate, and can become dangerous in the presence of a flame or spark. For the same reason do not store cylinders any closer than 2 metres from untrapped drains, unsealed gullies or openings to cellars.

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Don’t attempt to force a regulator of one size on to a cylinder’s valve of another size. If you have any difficulties contact your Calor Gas Retailer and have the appliance checked.

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Don't improvise or modify your gas appliance. Always ask your Calor Gas retailer for advice and do not let unqualified people tamper with or service your appliance. It could become unsafe to use.

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Technical Publication Using Calor Gas Safely - Butane 3. Carbon Monoxide Carbon monoxide (CO) is a highly poisonous gas which can be produced if an appliance is not working correctly. It is difficult to recognise as it has no colour, smell or taste. Symptoms of CO poisoning are similar to that of a viral infection. It affects the mental ability causing a person to become incapable without knowing.

Symptoms of exposure to Carbon Monoxide  Tightness across the forehead  Headache  Serve headache, weakness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting.  Coma, intermittent convulsions  Depressed heart action, slowed respiration.

If the exposure has been severe it may cause death.

If you suspect you are suffering from the symptoms below call the Calor Gas Emergency Service number on 03457 0845 7 444 444 999 999.

4. The Regulator A regulator must be included in the connection between the cylinder and the appliance, except for appliances designed to be supplied at cylinder pressure. The regulator is precisely set by the manufacturer to control the pressure of the supply and Must Not Be Adjusted. If a Regulator shows signs of wear, it should be replaced. Regulators must be marked BS3016 or BSEN12864 5. Flexible Hoses Flexible Hoses Use only certified hoses to BS3212 or BSEN1763 which bear the year and name of manufacturer as LPG attacks and erodes natural rubber. Keep hose lengths as short as possible. All hoses must be secured with proper hose clips. Make sure that the hoses are kept clear of ‘hot spots’ and inspect them from time to time. Replace any hose that shows signs of wear, cracking or damage.

Hoses fitted to cabinet heaters must be marked BS3212 type 2 (or BSEN1763 Class B) and be of 8mm inside diameter.

6. Emergency Advice If you suspect a leak, turn off the gas, open all the doors and windows and ensure there is no source of ignition nearby i.e. extinguish any cigarettes and switch off your mobile phone. Examine all pipes and connections. If the leak is not located, turn on the gas supply and brush over the connections with leak detection fluid – it will bubble where there is a leak.

NEVER USE A NAKED FLAME to search for a leak. A suitably calibrated Explosimeter may be used for testing the concentration of LPG in the air, but Calor Propane has a special odorant added to help with the detection of leaks.

In the Event of Fire  Immediately raise the alarm and call the Fire Brigade advising them of the presence of LPG.  Shut all valves on cylinders.  Keep cylinders cool by water spray if possible.  Ring the Calor Gas Emergency Service number 03457 08457 444 444999 999 102763 v8 03/10 Using Calor Gas Safely – Published by the HSE Department Page 2 of 4

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Technical Publication Using Calor Gas Safely - Butane 7. Connecting a 4.5kg Butane Cylinder A 4.5kg cylinder takes a regulator which screws on to the valve outlet. The regulator has a connecting nut that incorporates a black sealing washer. Do not use the rubber washer from the black cap as a sealing washer.

1. Check that the valve handwheel is off by turning clockwise 2. Remove protective black cap and retain for future use 3. Inspect the black sealing washer on the regulator for damage before connecting. Replace the washer if faulty 4. Fit the connecting nut (left hand thread) to the cylinder using a suitable spanner. Tighten firmly, but do not over tighten as this can damage the washer 5. When gas is required, turn the valve handwheel anticlockwise.

8. Disconnecting a Butane 4.5KG Cylinder 1. Never disconnect the Regulator (or connecting nut) with the valve open 2. Turn the valve hand wheel off (clockwise rotation) 3. Wait until the burner and pilot lights have gone out. If the flame does not go out, turn the valve hand wheel anticlockwise back to on; leave the appliance alight and call your gas supplier 4. Disconnect the Regulator (left hand thread) with a suitable spanner 5. Screw the protective black-cap back on to the cylinder valve 9. Connecting 7Kg, 12Kg and 15Kg Butane cylinders There are various 21mm regulators available. Please refer to your manufacturers instructions for guidance on how to connect and disconnect the regulator.

7kg, 12kg and 15kg Butane Cylinders have a 21mm valve and must only be used with a 21mm regulator 1. Turn the orange cap so that the arrow is pointing to the gap in the shroud 2. Remove the orange safety cap by pulling the lanyard out, then up. Do not use tools and leave the cap hanging 3. Check the black sealing washer is fitted inside the cylinder valve 4. Ensure the regulator switch is in the disconnect position 5. Fit the 21mm regulator, to the cylinder valve, as per the manufacturers instructions 6. When gas is required, turn the switch to the position defined in the manufacturers instructions If the regulator on/off switch gets stuck when turning the supply on, it means that the regulator has been connected incorrectly. In this event the regulator must be disconnected and the correct steps to reconnect repeated from the beginning

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Technical Publication Using Calor Gas Safely - Butane 10. Disconnecting 7Kg, 12Kg and 15Kg Butane cylinders There are various 21mm regulators available. Please refer to your manufacturers instructions for guidance on how to connect and disconnect the regulator.

1. Never disconnect the Regulator with the switch in the on position 2. Turn the regulator switch to the off position 3. Wait until the burner and pilot lights have gone out. If the flame does not go out, turn the switch back to on; leave the appliance alight and call your gas supplier 4. To remove the regulator from the cylinder valve please refer to the manufacturers instructions 5. Replace the orange safety cap onto the cylinder valve of the empty or part full cylinder, when not in use

The information in this document is intended to give guidance and believed to be accurate and represent good practice at the time of publication. It does not replace the need to consult other formal documents where further information may be required.

No responsibility or liability is accepted by Calor Gas Limited for any loss or damage arising out of the information given.

It is important that users of this publication adhere to all legal requirements, Regulations, CoP’s and Standards, particularly, those relating to gas safety.

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, electrostatic, magnetic tape, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without permission in writing from Calor Gas Ltd.

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Technical Publication Using Calor Gas Safely - Propane Propane cylinders 3.9kg, 6kg, 13kg, 19kg and 47kg 1. Do when using Calor propane 

Do treat a cylinder with care to ensure that the valve is not damaged.

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Do always use cylinders in the upright position unless specifically designed for liquid offtake

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Do return the cylinder when empty or when not in use for long periods.



Do read the instructions and labels provided with your appliance and keep them handy for future reference.



Do keep your appliance clean and have it serviced regularly by a competent person. Not only will this help to keep it safe but also means it will burn efficiently and therefore save money.



Do ensure there is an adequate supply of fresh air in the room where your appliance is used. If a room has ventilators or grilles ensure these are open. If a room becomes stuffy, open a window or door Immediately

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Do be careful when lifting cylinders. Full cylinders weigh approximately twice the nett weight shown on the cylinder

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If you have any queries please contact the retailer or outlet who sold you the cylinder

2. Don’t when using Calor propane 

Don’t subject a cylinder to heat as the pressure inside could build up to exceed the safe limit

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Don’t attempt to disconnect or unscrew a regulator from any cylinder if the flame does not go out when the cylinder handwheel is turned off. Leave appliance alight and call your local Calor Gas retailer.

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Don't store or use cylinders in cellars or below ground level. LPG is heavier than air and if there was an escape the gas will collect at low level, can be asphyxiate, and can become dangerous in the presence of a flame or spark. For the same reason do not store cylinders any closer than 2 metres from untrapped drains, unsealed gullies or openings to cellars.

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Don't store Propane cylinders indoors.

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Don’t use propane fuelled appliances at domestic or residential premises unless supplied from an external fixed installation.

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Don’t use propane fuelled appliances in high rise flats where piped gas supply is prohibited

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Don’t use propane fuelled appliances for commercial and industrial applications inside buildings, warehouses etc. unless a specific risk assessment has been produced.

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Don’t attempt to force a regulator of one size on to a cylinder’s valve of another size. If you have any difficulties contact your retailer and have the appliance checked.

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Don't improvise or modify your gas appliance. Do not let unqualified people tamper with or service your appliance; it could become unsafe to use. Always ask your Calor Gas retailer for advice.

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Technical Publication Using Calor Gas Safely - Propane 3. Carbon Monoxide Carbon monoxide (CO) is a highly poisonous gas which can be produced if an appliance is not working correctly. It is difficult to recognise as it has no colour, smell or taste. Symptoms of CO poisoning are similar to that of a viral infection. It affects the mental ability causing a person to become incapable without knowing.

Symptoms of exposure to Carbon Monoxide  Tightness across the forehead  Headache  Serve headache, weakness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting.  Coma, intermittent convulsions  Depressed heart action, slowed respiration.

If the exposure has been severe it may cause death.

If you suspect you are suffering from the symptoms below call the Calor Gas Emergency Service 03457 999 number on 0845 7 444 444 999.

4. The Regulator A regulator must be included in the connection between the cylinder and the appliance, except for appliances designed to be supplied at cylinder pressure. The regulator is precisely set by the manufacturer to control the pressure of the supply and Must Not Be Adjusted. If a Regulator shows signs of wear, it should be replaced. Regulators must be marked BS3016 or BS EN12864 5. Flexible Hoses Use only certified hoses to BS3212 or BSEN1763 which bear the year and name of manufacturer as LPG attacks and erodes natural rubber. Keep hose lengths as short as possible. All hoses must be secured with proper hose clips. Make sure that the hoses are kept clear of ‘hot spots’ and inspect them from time to time. Replace any hose that shows signs of wear, cracking or other damage.

6. Emergency Advice If you suspect a leak, turn off the gas, open all the doors and windows and ensure there is no source of ignition nearby i.e. extinguish any cigarettes and switch off your mobile phone. Examine all pipes and connections. If the leak is not located, turn on the gas supply and brush over the connections with liquid detection fluid – it will bubble where there is a leak.

NEVER USE A NAKED FLAME to search for a leak. A suitably calibrated Explosimeter may be used for testing the concentration of LPG in the air, but Calor Propane has a special odorant added to help with the detection of leaks.

In the Event of Fire  Immediately raise the alarm and call the Fire Brigade advising them of the presence of LPG.  Shut all valves on cylinders.  Keep cylinders cool by water spray if possible.  Ring the Calor Gas Emergency Service number 03457 08457 444 444 999 999

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Technical Publication Using Calor Gas Safely - Propane 7. Connecting 3.9Kg, 6Kg, 13Kg, 19Kg and 47Kg Propane Cylinders Propane cylinders have a ‘female’ valve connection. Check the connection is clean and undamaged. This is a ‘face to face’ seal and requires the correct size spanner and is to be fully tightened. (Left hand thread).

1. Check that the valve handwheel is OFF by turning clockwise 2. Remove the protective plug and leave hanging to replace later 3. Inspect the bullnose connection of the regulator for damage before connecting NOTE: A gas tight seal is created by face to face connection between the bullnose & cylinder valve 4. Fit the connecting nut (left hand thread) to the cylinder, using the correct spanner.

Note that Propane cylinder connections must be tight 5. Ensure appliances are turned off 6. When gas is required turn the valve handwheel anti-clockwise 7. Check for gas soundness using leak detection solution 8. Disconnecting 3.9Kg, 6Kg, 13Kg, 19Kg and 47Kg Propane Cylinders 1. Turn the handwheel OFF (clockwise rotation). Wait until the burner/pilot light has gone out 2. Change over valves a. If the installation does not have a changeover valve fitted, turn off the gas tap, if fitted, to an appliance. b. For installations with a changeover valve, it is only necessary to turn off the empty cylinder.

3. Close the valve handwheel OFF by turning clockwise.

N.B. Never remove the Regulator (or connecting nut) with the cylinder valve open 4. Remove the Regulator (or connecting nut- left hand thread) with the correct spanner 5. Replace the protective plug into the valve outlet

The information in this document is intended to give guidance and believed to be accurate and represent good practice at the time of publication. It does not replace the need to consult other formal documents where further information may be required. No responsibility or liability is accepted by Calor Gas Limited for any loss or damage arising out of the information given. It is important that users of this publication adhere to all legal requirements, Regulations, CoP’s and Standards, particularly, those relating to gas safety.

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, electrostatic, magnetic tape, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without permission in writing from Calor Gas Ltd.

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Using BBQs safely At Calor our aim is to ensure our customers have a happy and safe barbecue experience, which is why we’ve provided some helpful safety advice for caravanners, campers and other fans of the great outdoors. Barbecuing is great fun, but BBQs have the potential to produce carbon monoxide so it’s essential that you take care.

Following the simple guide below will allow you to make the most of the great outdoors with your friends and family.

When barbecuing: •

Never use the BBQ in an enclosed space or inside a tent or marquee

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Don’t put combustible materials (like umbrellas) near the BBQ

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Don’t position the gas cylinder beneath the BBQ – to the side is fine

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Change cylinders and cartridges outdoors away from any source of ignition – never in a tent

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Don’t smoke or use your mobile phone when exchanging cylinders or cartridge

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Allow the BBQ to cool down outside for several hours

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