Your caravan may be a home away from home – and not just during the traditionally balmy spring and summer months. It might just as easily be an away from home base from which to see in the New Year quietly with a loved one or host a party with a difference for your friends.
All you need do is check that your caravan insurance is fully up to date, decide where you want to go, make your booking online and pitch up for the New Year holiday – so here are a few suggestions.
1.Adults only
You’ve spent Christmas with the children and family, why not use the New Year break for a complete change of scene by taking your touring caravan to an adults-only site?
The company Tranquil Parks highlights a wide range of sites for exclusive use by adults at many locations around the UK – with most of them open the year round, including New Year.
Chew Valley Caravan Park, near Bath, for example, offers plenty of all-weather pitches for touring caravans – all with 16-amp electric hook-up and fully serviced pitches with TV points, water and drainage points too. It is also dog-friendly.
This tranquil, adults-only caravan park is positioned just 800 yards from a picturesque fishing lake, and the surrounding countryside offers a paradise for birdwatchers and walkers alike.
Each pitch is equipped with an electric hook-up, while the park’s premium, heated toilet and shower facilities are refurbished every year for added comfort. A well-equipped utility room offers laundry and ironing facilities, including service washes.
Perfectly located near the historic city of Bath, famous for its spa and shopping experiences, the park provides easy access to Bristol, Wells, and Weston-Super-Mare. It’s an ideal base for exploring the Mendip Hills and discovering Somerset’s many attractions.
2.Tavistock, Devon
The Camping and Caravanning Club’s site at Tavistock in Devon offers stunning views of Dartmoor National Park, making it a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
The spacious campsite accommodates up to 75 units and provides modern amenities, including individual shower rooms, disabled facilities, and laundry services.
Visitors can enjoy scenic walks and cycling routes, with National Cycle Route 274 just 200 yards away. Tavistock, a nearby ancient market town, boasts world heritage status and is known for its charming cafes, shops, and historical architecture. Nearby attractions include Lydford Gorge and the picturesque village of Sheepstor, where War Horse was filmed.
3. Common Woods, Hertfordshire
Commons Wood Club Campsite is nestled against beautiful woodlands and offers easy access to nearby parks.
Located just 30 minutes from central London by train, it’s an ideal base for visiting the city’s exhibitions at venues like Olympia or Kew Gardens.
The campsite provides plenty of family-friendly activities, with Stanborough Park just two miles away, offering boating, fishing, and birdwatching at Reed Marsh Reserve.
The site is close to Welwyn Garden City, known for its rich history and planning, including the famous Roman Bath preserved under the A1 motorway.
4. Carnon Downs, Truro, Cornwall
Situated just three miles south of Truro, the Carnon Downs Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite spans 20 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds, offering spacious pitches bordered by hedges and shrubs.
The nearby village of Carnon Downs offers a quaint mini-market, garden centre, and fruit farm. Truro, known for its stunning cathedral, lively weekly Farmers Market, shopping opportunities, and cultural landmarks, is easily reachable.
Loe Beach is a short distance away, offering an ideal spot for water sports, while Falmouth, with its scenic harbour, maritime museum, and sandy beaches, is also just a brief drive from the site.
For dining, there are three cosy inns within walking distance. The campsite provides the perfect base for exploring Cornwall, with picturesque walks along the River Fal and charming hamlets like Penpol and Devoran nearby.
5. Edinburgh Caravan and Motorhome Club Site, Scotland
If you’ve never celebrated Hogmanay, you’ve probably never properly celebrated New Year – at least that’s the claim of the Scots.
So why not join them in their capital at this special time of the year and book your pitch at the Edinburgh Caravan and Motorhome Club site right on its doorstep?
The campsite itself is large (146 pitches) but set in 12 quiet and peaceful acres – unlike the centre of Edinburgh, of course, where you’ll hardly hear yourself speak above the tumult of revelries.
The Edinburgh Club Campsite is the perfect location for a holiday, set along the Firth of Forth and offering easy access to the vibrant city of Edinburgh.
The campsite is ideal for exploring the city’s modern and historic attractions, such as Edinburgh Castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels, and Holyrood Palace, the King’s official Scottish residence.
You can also stroll through Princes Street Gardens, visit the Scottish Parliament Building, or enjoy the city’s famous festivals. The campsite is close to the waterfront, where campers can enjoy walks along Cramond promenade, or venture to Portobello for its pubs, restaurants, and shops. The site also places you near golf courses, Edinburgh Zoo, and plenty of entertainment venues.