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International Caravan & Motorhome 2010

If you’re looking for the best start to your next adventures then a visit to Birmingham’s NEC this October 12 - 17 is a must!

The show is your first opportunity to see the brand new 2011 caravan models from leading manufacturers Bailey, Coachman, Elddis, Lunar, Swift, and many more. Plus, buy at the show you will beat the VAT increase due on 4 January 2011. As an example, on a caravan priced £15,000 you will save £375.

Browse 1000’s of accessories at bargain prices in the Accessory Superstore. Then get inspiration for where to enjoy your next get-away by seeing a great selection of campsites and destinations.

It’s a great day out!
Brand new attractions including a Cookery Theatre, Farmers’ Market, Real Ale Bar, and Expert Talks Theatre. As well as the Buying Clinic, Towing Experience, Try a Tow, Motorhome Manoeuvring, Onsite Campsite. KidZone and Creche (Fri, Sat, Sun). Kids go free! (16 and under). Ticket price includes parking, Show Guide’s are free!

Book your tickets in advance and save £5!
To book visit www.caravanshows.com or call 0844 412 4639 - Please quote promo code NCCC when booking.

Catterick Caravans have expanded
Catterick Caravans have expanded its dealership to ensure their customers have an even greater choice of leisure vehicles.

Their facilities include a superstore that spans some 25,000 sq feet, coffee shop and extensive outdoor displays of new and used caravans and motorhomes

For more information click here.

Buying advice wanted
If you visited February’s NEC show you may have met Jane Lynch, from Cardiff Business School, who is doing a PhD research project examining the UK touring caravan industry. If you would like to share your thoughts on what matters when buying a new caravan Jane is seeking volunteers to take part in a quick, easy and anonymous online survey. She will share her findings with the caravan industry, supporting continuous improvement efforts.

To take part click here.

Swift redesigns touring caravan ranges
Using the latest 3D design technology, Swift Group designers have given four of its most powerful ranges a redesign with a totally new exterior shape and advanced interior styling.

The first showing will be at the The Caravan Extravaganza (The Lawns) - 4 and 5t September 2010. A more extensive range will be on show at the International Caravan and Motorhome show (NEC, Birmingham) - 12-17 October 2010.

Bailey Unicorn to be supplied with the latest safety and security equipment

The Bailey Unicorn range will be supplied with the latest safety and security equipment to ensure that the caravan will remain both safe on the road and secure on site.

Visit the Bailey website.

Salop Leisure to open new caravan storage facility
Salop Leisure is opening a secure storage facility at its Shrewsbury headquarters.

The new outdoor facility, which will open on 1 October as part of the company's expansion plans. Salop are aiming to achieve the gold standard from the Caravan Storage Site Owners Association, the facility will be covered by closed circuit television, have an alarmed barrier fence and be governed by a secure electronic entry system.

Anyone requiring more information about the secure caravan storage facility should contact Mr Harris on 01743 282400.

Chedder Camping and Caravanning Club site goes green

Environmentally aware campers can now enjoy innovative eco-friendly facilities at the Cheddar Camping and Caravanning Club Site in Somerset.

Site owners have invested around £80,000 into developing a new facilities block to create an environmentally friendly haven for campers.

To stay at Cheddar or any of The Club’s sites, bookings can be made via The Club’s Contact Centre on 0845 130 7633 or 024 7647 5426 or via the website.

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