There can be few more suitable destinations for a romantic getaway than the bonnie, bonnie banks of Loch Lomond. Geographically close to Glasgow, yet a world away from hectic city life, it’s the perfect getaway for the young urban couple. Whether it’s cycling through the heathered glens, or towing your caravan to a secluded bank of the loch, you won’t see a more beautiful slice of rural Scotland so close to a major city. Here is a guide to some of the more romantic things to see and do in and around this most famous of lakes. … read more … »

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I reckon members of the camping community must be one of the most innovative groups on the planet. Give them a problem and they will come up with a multitude of ideas to fix it. Whether it be removing tent pegs easily, or keeping the fridge cool and operating at its best; the ideas are out there and in day to day use. … read more … »

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Let’s face it, most times when you are camping without mains power you have to forgo some of the little luxuries of home like that freshly brewed coffee or a toasted cheese melt. Well not any more. An innovative company has produced a line of high power 12 volt PowerHunt® appliances that includes a microwave, sandwich maker, griddle – to name just three. So how is this possible? … read more … »

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Another review by Lynn and Baz – our touring tornado team.

 
Though this is a Caravan Club park, it’s worth mentioning that it is open to non-members as well as members, and it is a fantastic park. On our travels up to North Wales we decided to stop a couple of nights to break the journey, so we booked in. WOW were we impressed! This is a must stay at site if you’re touring this area. … read more … »

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A Review by Lynn and Baz – Easter 2011.

In 2011 we decided to take an Easter week break at this award winning holiday park. It’s a great little site about half a mile walk from the centre of Skegness with shops, buses, railway station and the usual seaside town attractions. An ASDA supermarket is only ten minutes away. Having said that, the park is nicely nestled in the beautiful Lincolnshire country side. It has everything you need for a great stay with all the amenities you could wish for yet it is peaceful and very quiet. … read more … »

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