Indholdsfortegnelse for October 2023 i Caravan

We’re all starting to tire as we trudge up Beda Fell. The warm, muggy air is oppressive and we’d set off a little over eagerly earlier, energised by the Lake District scenery; now, with heads down, our laughter and chatter has been temporarily replaced by the sound of laboured breathing. Suddenly, as we crest a rise and the vista ahead opens out, we stop. Our heads are lifted now, breath held. We’re no longer looking at the featureless, grassy slopes under our feet; the mighty Helvellyn has appeared. A spectacular example of glacial sculpturing, with sawtooth edges cradling deep tarns and windswept ridges teetering above high cliffs, it’s a sight that would stop any walker in their tracks. For the three of us on this trip, though, it holds special…

Andrewshayes Holiday Park is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in east Devon and is a medium-sized, family-orientated park. Customers return year after year to enjoy the relaxed and friendly atmosphere of the site, its free to use pool, bar and restaurant. The campsite is inland, with countryside views, but only 15 minutes’ drive to popular seaside towns along the Jurassic Coast such as Lyme Regis and Seaton. Andrewshayes has a mix of accommodation, from touring, glamping and holiday homes, to seasonal pitches, and static caravans for sale. Q Tell us a little about your site and how it first began. A Andrewshayes was started by our grandmother in the 1930s as a side income to the then dairy farm. We had a public health licence granted in…

The Swift Group embraces the rising popularity of eight-foot-wide caravans with three ranges, taking in a wide spectrum of price and equipment level. These start with the Sprite Grande, offering three models, all under £30,000. The Challenger Grande range has 10 models, from £32,995 to £36,695. And there’s the flagship Elegance Grande range of three twin-axle models, tailored for buyers seeking a high level of luxury. All three Elegance Grande models have island beds. The 845 has its shower room at the rear and its transversely aligned bed forward of it. Both the 850 and this 835 have shower rooms amidships, with secluded bedrooms at the rear. A key difference between the 850 and the 835 is that the 850 has L-shaped lounge seating. There’s another major difference. Whereas the…

There’s plenty to see and enjoy in this county of rolling green hills, terracotta red earth, coastal scenery and the rugged interior of dramatic Dartmoor. On previous visits to the southwest, we’d followed most of the St Michael line, which crosses England from St Michael’s Mount in Cornwall to Hopton-on-Sea in Norfolk. It’s a well-travelled pilgrim route, tracked by dowsers, Paul Broadhurst and Hamish Miller, in the 1980s. They describe in their book, The Sun and the Serpent, how they discovered a strong Michael energy line intertwined with a softer, more sinuous Mary line. Both weave across the country close to the pilgrim route. On this trip we wanted to travel the small section of the line we’d not explored, from Lydford in Devon to Glastonbury in Somerset, bearing in…

There are times when caravanning involves carefully planned, epic voyages, and times when it offers just a spontaneous, sneaky few days away without travelling too far. For us, living in East Sussex, a quick hop over the border into Kent gives a welcome change of scenery without clocking up the miles behind the wheel. Kent is an interesting county. It is in the top ten of the largest English counties and has a varied landscape, bordering Greater London in the northwest through to the coastal regions of Folkestone in the south, where France can be seen on a clear day, and where a visit to the continent is only a short ferry or shuttle journey away. Kent can barely be mentioned without the epithet ‘Garden of England’, and whilst it…

Nestled in the enchanting landscapes of north Wales, Wrexham is a captivating town that seamlessly marries history, culture, and natural beauty. As you explore Wrexham and its picturesque countryside, you’ll be captivated by a tapestry of experiences that cater to every wanderer’s soul. Venturing beyond the town’s boundaries, the countryside unfolds with breathtaking vistas. Rolling hills, serene valleys, and meandering rivers characterise this scenic expanse. The Clywedog Trail, a gem for nature enthusiasts, leads to lush woodlands and tranquil waters, offering hiking and cycling opportunities amidst nature’s bounty. Wrexham’s rural charms extend to nearby villages like Llangollen, known for its steam railway and the stunning Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Stay Foxtail Holiday Park Situated on the English and Welsh border, on the doorstep of the Llangollen and…

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sudoku If you are looking for a way to exercise your mind, sudoku is great and will certainly get the cogs turning! just for fun Find the 19 European countries crossword ACROSS 1 Decanter, pitcher (6) 4 Frigid zone (6) 9 Drive back; fend off [1] (7) 10 Fine porcelain (5) 11 North African mountains in maps? (5) 12 North American mountains in waterfall? (7) 13 Broad movement embracing Kandinsky, Picasso and Hepworth among others (8,3) 18 Run away (with or from) (7) 20 Essence of drinking chocolate (5) 22 Excitement (5) 23 Act of taking by force; convulsion (7) 24 I’m made! (anag) (6) 25 Proprietary name of a powerful plastic explosive (6) DOWN 1 Of the body; licentious (6) 2 Drive back; fend off [2] (5) 3 Beard…

It was a bright, sunny day when we set off for a week in the Cotswolds. We arrived at Rough Grounds Farm Caravan Park in Lechlade and set up the ’van. The sun blazed down on the campsite while we ate our lunch, preparing us for the hot week ahead! Lechlade-on-Thames is in the heart of the Cotswold Water Park. It’s a beautiful area awash with lakes, riverside trails, and nature reserves. Many of the lakes were created after quarry mining activities ceased in the area. One of the quarries-turned-nature reserve, Cleveland Lakes, is featured in The Boys in the Boat, an upcoming George Clooney movie filmed there in 2022. The Cotswolds has many beautiful gardens to explore. On our first full day, we visited Hidcote, a stunning National Trust…

SILVERCRAIGS CARAVAN PARK Silvercraigs Road, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries & Galloway DG6 4BH T 01557 337068 W silvercraigscaravanpark.co.uk OPEN All year Under the ownership of a development trust since 2017, that aims to raise funds for local projects and activities, Silvercraigs has been upgraded to include 16A hook-ups, heated toilets and showers and free WiFi. There are hardstanding pitches and a laundry room, too. Guests also have free use of the nearby indoor swimming pool. The site is situated on the edge of the artists’ town of Kirkcudbright, where there are many shops, cafés, bars and tourist attractions. Silvercraigs overlooks the historic town, which sits on the River Dee with a busy working harbour and close to beaches. For those who like exploring among nature, there are lovely walks behind the park…

The much-awaited Motorhome and Caravan Show returns to the NEC, Birmingham from 17 to 22 October. Below are some of the new caravans to look out for at the show. And remember, the show will be your first chance to see the 2024 Caravan of the Year Award winners – just look for the stickers and banners on the award-winning models at the show! BAILEY OF BRISTOL Alongside the 8ft-wide Alicanto Grande, the Unicorn and the compact Discovery caravan ranges will be two new GT75 ranges, which have been launched in celebration of Bailey of Bristol’s seventy-fifth anniversary. The first of the new anniversary ranges is the GT75 Phoenix line-up of six models, which all feature new exterior graphics, 14in alloys, an allnew door with high-security lock, a dedicated media…