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Malvern Hills Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Malvern Hills Caravan and Motorhome Club site is located close to Malvern Hills and the towns of the Malverns. Malvern is 4 miles and the Three Counties Showground 3 miles. The latter is a fantastic venue for the many events taking place through the year, including The RHS Spring Flower Show, The Autumn Quilt Show, The Royal Three Counties Show and The Firework Spectacular. If you are looking for peace and tranquillity in an idyllic rural setting this site will make you very welcome. It is maintained to the usual high standard of the club. The site is dog friendly and has a dog walk, but all dogs are to be kept on a lead at all times. There are 203 grass and hardstanding pitches spread over 22 acres. Each has 16amp electric hook ups. From the site it is just a short distance to visit local landmarks such as Worcester for its Cathedral and Royal Porcelain Museum, Upton upon Severn for the charming traditional pubs and Jazz Festival in June, Bromyard for September's Folk Festival and Ledbury for its quaint black and white buildings. No arrivals before 12noon.
Warwick Racecourse Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
The Warwick Racecourse Caravan and Motorhome Club site is set on a grass and tarmac enclosure within the grounds of the racecourse itself and is a mere 15 minute walk from the town centre of Warwick. Conveniently located a mile away from the M40 motorway, the caravan park gives you easy access to a large variety of fun activities, from lovely walks and a 9-hole golf course to a driving range with an area for flying model aircraft and gliders. You can also enjoy a lovely walk along the Grand Union Canal at picturesque Hatton Locks and perhaps stop for refreshments at the Hatton Lock Café. The site has 56 hardstanding/grass pitches all with electricity 16 amps.
Chapel Lane Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Despite being conveniently located near major motorways (M1, M6 and M42), the National Exhibition Centre and Birmingham, Chapel Lane Caravan and Motorhome Club site is a rural gem that will take you by surprise. Set in the shadow of a charming old chapel and with a pleasant open-field horizon, this site is also marvellous for those with an interest in our industrial heritage - there are fascinating museums close by to take you back in time. The site has 109 hardstanding pitches of which 18 are fully serviced and 12 grass. All pitches have electricity 16 amp.
Newhaven Holiday Park
Newhaven Holiday Park is located in the stunning Peak District National Park, surrounded by mature woods and farmland, this family-run site is the perfect base for exploring the spectacular Derbyshire countryside. Peaceful and secluded, it has beautifully maintained grounds with pretty picnic, barbecue and play areas. Facilities include a well-stocked shop, modern shower blocks and laundry and electric hook-ups. The site accepts caravans, tents and motor homes and also has seasonal pitches. Most pitches have electrical hook-up. Mobile homes on gorgeous pitches are sometimes available for sale.
Cirencester Park Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Cirencester Park Caravan and Motorhome Club site is set in beautiful Grade I listed parkland. The site is a peaceful oasis that forms part of the lovely Bathurst Estate. Great for walks in the surrounding natural landscapes or picnics under the shade of statuesque trees, the site is also close to the thriving market town of Cirencester, once the second-largest town in England during the Roman occupation.
Harbury Fields Farm Touring Caravan Park
This delightful, family-run caravan park is surrounded by a 222-acre arable and sheep farm. Peaceful and quiet, it is set in the unspoilt ‘Shakespeare countryside’. Located well away from main roads, it is just a mile from the lively village of Harbury, an ancient, prehistoric settlement on a hill near the Fosse Way Roman Road in Warwickshire. There are 58 fully serviced pitches, all with 16 amp electricity. Tents are not accepted. The site has a newly built, cabin-style pinewood reception with WiFi and additional toilet facilities.
Moreton-in-Marsh Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Moreton-in-Marsh Caravan and Motorhome club site is an excellent busy but rural site attractively located within mature woodland in the heart of the Cotswolds and offers what one would hope for from a camping holiday. Within easy walking distance of the attractive market town of Moreton-in-Marsh, there is ample choice for food and pubs. The town’s main street is part of the Roman Fosse Way. Moreton-in-Marsh is famous for its Tuesday street market and is always a busy town, its main street being part of the Fosse Way. It is only a few miles from the honey-coloured stone communities of Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold, two of the many delightful Cotswold villages worthy of a visit in this lovely area of England. Tents are not accepted.
Blackshaw Moor Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Blackshaw Moor Caravan and Motorhome Club Site is situated on the southern edge of the Peak District National Park and non-members are very welcome, speak to staff before arrival. It is within walking distance of Tittesworth Reservoir and nature reserve, and the town of Leek is just three miles away with a range of antique and mill shops. For walkers, The Roaches is an area not to be missed. The site offers 87 spacious hard sanding touring pitches (some seasonal) with 16A electricity and digital TV aerial connections. They are attractively laid out on terraces separated by grass or hedges. Eight pitches are available with all services. The Peak District is a haven for nature lovers, walkers and cyclists. Just after the 2nd World War, this area was a Polish refugee camp. There are a few information points dotted around the site reference to the camp. Reception at this site may close earlier than 8pm and staff may not be available to greet you. If this is the case, don’t worry, you can still arrive on site until 8pm. Staff will simply contact you on your day of arrival with details of how to check-in.
Ludlow Touring Park
Ludlow Touring Park opened in May 2012 and is the latest addition to the Morris Leisure Group. The 115 pitches are all level with 41 on hardstanding and the remainder on grass. They include some spacious, fully serviced pitches (16 amp electricity, TV connections, water, waste water and a small light). There is a small children’s play area and plenty of space for dog walking. Some pitches are reserved for adults (over 16 years). Ludlow, in the shadow of its castle, is 2 miles to the north and has plenty to offer the visitor, including its Festival (last week in June and first week in July), antique shops, boutiques, River Teme and Saint Lawrence’s Church. The delightful small town of Tenbury Wells is 15 minutes away by car in the opposite direction.
Rutland Caravan & Camping Park
Paul and Ruth Hinch and staff run this family-owned site situated in the heart of England’s smallest county – Rutland. The family continue to invest in this excellent site, with an indoor swimming pool and seven luxury lodges to rent opened recently. The pitches (132 for touring units, 20 for tents and 12 seasonal) have electricity 10 amp. They have limited shade and are not fenced. 10 have full services, and hardstanding is provided on 61 pitches. There are two separate pitching areas, one reserved for adults and another for families and a Rally field. The site is beside the village of Greetham (with a footpath from the site), through which the Viking Way and other trails meander. Seven log cabins are available to rent, one of which is dog-friendly. The site is a member of the Caravan and Motorhome Club Affiliated Site Scheme but visitors who are not members of the club are also very welcome.  No arrivals before 12.00.
Skegness Sands Touring Site
Skegness Sands is a very well organised touring site, is part of a much larger holiday home park, but has its own entrance. It is a modern, well appointed site adjacent to the promenade and beach. There are 75 pitches (some seasonal), all level and with 16 amp electricity; 45 are grass and 37 on gravel hardstandings, 4 of which are fully serviced. Site lighting is good throughout and there are regular security patrols. The gate to the promenade is kept locked at all times, users getting a key. The site is a member of the Caravan and Motorhome Club Affiliated Site Scheme but visitors who are not members of the club are also very welcome.
Castleton Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Castleton Caravan and Motorhome Club site is situated within a bowl at the heart of the Peak National Park and boasts beautiful views. The site is ideally suited for all interests and seasons, with each pitch being all-weather and local shops open all year round. The Christmas period is particularly spectacular, with town streets awash with festive lights and late night shopping for those last minute treats. There are a variety of pubs to choose from in the local village as well. The site has 92 hardstanding pitches including 12 serviced pitches. All have 16 amp electricity.
Bourton-on-the-Water Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Bourton-on-the-Water Caravan and Motorhome Club site is set high up in the Cotswolds and graded as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The site is a magical little location surrounded by peaceful open countryside, and only 5 miles from the delightful small Cotswold village of Bourton-on-the-Water with all the conveniences you could wish for. Within easy reach of the site you can visit numerous places of interest, such as the local perfumery, the famous miniature village, and the motor museum housed in a nostalgic 18th century water mill. The site does not have a toilet block so you will need to use the facilities of your own caravan or motorhome. There are 68 pitches, 22 hardstanding and a further 46 grass all with electricity 16amp.
Moorhampton Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Moorhampton Caravan and Motorhome Club site is a lovely small site with good access. Formerly a railway station, the site is nestled in the North Herefordshire countryside. The site has 46 mainly hardstanding pitches, all with electricity 16 amp. Facilities are clean but looking a bit dated with shower curtains over sink cubicles and please note this site does not stock Calor Gas.
Buxton Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Conveniently situated for the Peak District, yet nestling peacefully in the idyllic valley floor, Buxton Caravan and Motorhome Club Site is the ideal location for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life without sacrificing home comforts. It has 118 large, hardstanding pitches, all with 16 amp electricity and TV hook-ups. The delightful town of Buxton, with its colourful Pavilion Gardens, is nearby. The Opera House is of great interest and is home to a wide range of events, including the world famous festival in mid July to August. Only small backpacking tents accepted.
Broadway Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
The gateway to the Cotswolds, Broadway Caravan and Motorhome Club site is conveniently located for all the major historic towns. The site on the outskirts of the village is an excellent base for exploring the Northern Cotswolds, the Cotswold Way and other attractive walks. Many National Trust properties are within a short drive, including Hidcote Gardens and Snowshill Manor. Within easy reach of the site are Chipping Campden, Cheltenham and the ‘Wolds’ villages. A variety of eateries, pubs, and independent shops are available to explore just a 10 minute walk into Broadway village. The site has 117 hardstanding or grass pitches, 29 of which are fully serviced. All pitches except one have 16 amp electricity.
Stanmore Hall Touring Park
This attractive park is situated in the former grounds of Stanmore Hall, where the huge lily pond, fine mature trees and beautifully manicured lawns give a mark of quality. There are 133 generously sized pitches, 128 with 16 amp electricity, digital TV connection and a choice of grass or hardstanding, 30 of these have water and waste. Also available are 23 standard pitches, but most are on grass. Some pitches are reserved for adult only use (over 18 years). Access and internal roads are tarmac; site lighting is adequate and reassuring. A size restriction of 30 ft. exists for motorhomes.
Wagtail Country Park
There has been a small campsite here for many years, but the current owner has transformed the appearance of the original camping area alongside an attractive little fishing lake and has created a larger lake with additional pitches and facilities.
Lucksall Caravan & Camping Park
Set in 21 acres and bounded on one side by the River Wye and over 90 acres of woodland on the other, Lucksall Caravan and Camping Site has 140 large, well spaced and level touring pitches (some seasonal), all with 16 amp electricity and 70 with hardstandings. The river is open to the site with lifebelts and safety messages in evidence. Canoes are available for hire, or bring your own (launching facilities); fishing permits may be obtained from reception. A large, fenced playground and a large grassy game area are provided. A well-stocked shop selling various goods is in reception (a mini market is within 1.5 miles), and there is a café/takeaway.
Milestone Caravan Park
Situated just off the A1 north of Newark, Milestone has a good deal more to offer than simply a stopover option. Its 100 level touring pitches (some seasonal) all have 16 amp electricity and nearby water points. Grass pitches are available, but most are all-weather in a variety of locations. Six are outside the security barrier for those in transit (although key access is always available), then comes a pleasantly landscaped area and finally terraces overlooking an attractive fishing lake. An embankment built to muffle traffic noise provides a pleasant grassed walk with views across an adjoining lake and the surrounding countryside. The site is a member of the Caravan and Motorhome Club Affiliated Site Scheme but visitors who are not members of the club are also very welcome.

Heart of England

Spanning central England, from the ancient borders of Wales on the west across to Lincolnshire on the east coast, the Heart of England is rich in glorious rolling countryside, magnificent castles, fine stately houses and beautiful gardens.

The region comprises Lincolnshire, Rutland, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands, Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Leicestershire, Warwickshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire & Shropshire.

What to see in the Heart of England

Sherwood Forest
Sherwood Forest

The charming and diverse countryside of the Heart of England includes the Lincolnshire Wolds, with the dramatic open landscape of the Fens; the ragged crags, dales and moorland of the Peak District National Park in Derbyshire and Staffordshire; the heathered hilltops of Shropshire; the famous Sherwood Forest, in the heart of Nottinghamshire; and the miles of lush green countryside of Herefordshire, dotted with black and white timber houses. 

Rutland Water is a mecca for watersports, and the whole region offers superb opportunities for walking, cycling and more daring activities such as rock climbing and caving. The Cotswolds to the west of the region is the largest area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in England and Wales. Here you will find many traditional English villages, with charming country pubs and cottage gardens. 

Another significant feature of the region is the rivers and canals. Passing pretty towns and villages, a large canal network threads its way through the area, weaving through the Lincolnshire Fens, past the waterside bars and restaurants of Birmingham and along to estuaries of the rivers of Severn and Avon.

Places of interest

Places of interest

Rutland Water
Rutland Water
  • Lincolnshire: Skegness and seal sanctuary.
  • Rutland: market towns of Oakham and Uppingham; Rutland Water outdoor centre.
  • Northamptonshire: Silverstone; Althorp House; Abington Park Museum.
  • Nottinghamshire: Nottingham Castle and city of caves; Sherwood Forest.
  • West Midlands: Birmingham; Cadbury World.
  • Derbyshire: Bakewell; Buxton; Peak District National Park; Chatsworth House.
  • Staffordshire: Alton Towers; Stoke-on-Trent.
  • Leicestershire: Snibston Discovery Park; Twycross Zoo. Great Central Steam Railway.
  • Warwickshire: Warwick Castle; Kenilworth Castle; Stratford-upon-Avon.
  • Herefordshire: Hereford Cathedral.
  • Worcestershire: Severn Valley Railway.
  • Gloucestershire: Gloucester cathedral and falconry; Cheltenham; Forest of Dean.
  • Shropshire: Shrewsbury and Whitchurch.
Did you know?

Did you know?

  • The last battle of the English Civil War was on 3 September 1651 at Worcester.
  • The World Toe Wrestling Championship, held every June in Wetton, is a registered international sport.
  • The hollow trunk of the ‘Mighty Tree’ in Sherwood Forest is reputedly where Robin Hood and his Merry Men hid from the Sheriff of Nottingham.
  • Rutland is the smallest county in Britain, measuring just 16 miles by 16 miles.
  • The Emperor Fountain at Chatsworth House, designed in 1844 by Joseph Paxton is the tallest in Britain at just over 260 feet.