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Ask a Question – Camping & Caravan Direct
Replacement parts and consumables for touring setups come in at a range of price points, from a couple of pounds for a small fitting to around £15 for a twin pack of toilet chemicals.
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Brand Information – Camping & Caravan Direct
The camping and outdoor market is shaped by a handful of long-established names, alongside younger brands that have found their own following. The profiles below look at the origins and development of five of them: Colem
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Campsite Finder - Bedfordshire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Wiltshire offers a range of campsites and caravan parks for visitors exploring the south-west of England. The following sites are located across the county, from the cathedral city of Salisbury to the market town of Malm
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Campsite Finder - Callow Top Holiday Park – Camping & Caravan Direct
Callow Top Holiday Park sits in an elevated spot in the Derbyshire countryside, looking out over panoramic views of the Peak District National Park. Buxton Road, Sandybrook, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 2AQ.
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Campsite Finder - Cambridgeshire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Cambridgeshire is often passed through on the way to somewhere else, which is a shame for anyone travelling with a tent, caravan or motorhome. The county and its immediate borders hold a good spread of sites, from pitche
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Campsite Finder - Carsington Fields Caravan Park And Rally Site – Camping & Caravan Direct
Nestled in the Derbyshire Dales, this six-acre site sits within easy walking distance of Carsington Water Reservoir. The location places visitors between Ashbourne to one side and Wirksworth to the other, with a wealth o
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Campsite Finder - Derbyshire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Derbyshire offers some of the most varied camping country in central England, with the Peak District on its doorstep and a good spread of sites to suit tents, caravans and motorhomes. The list below covers a selection of
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Campsite Finder - Gateway Holiday Park – Camping & Caravan Direct
Gateway Holiday Park sits on the Millennium Coast at Bynea, near Llanelli in Carmarthenshire, and has long been a favourite with touring caravans, motorhomes and tents in South West Wales.
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Campsite Finder - Gloucestershire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Gloucestershire sits at the crossroads of central England, where the Cotswolds meet the Severn Vale and the Forest of Dean. It is good camping country: gentle river valleys, historic market towns and plenty of sites with
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Campsite Finder - Golden Valley Caravan & Camping Park – Camping & Caravan Direct
Golden Valley Caravan and Camping Park sits in the small hamlet of Golden Valley, alongside the Cromford Canal in Amber Valley, at the heart of Derbyshire. The park occupies 26 acres of historic woodland that once suppor
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Campsite Finder - Herefordshire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Herefordshire sits in the heart of central England, a county of rolling farmland, orchards and quiet river valleys that has long appealed to campers and caravanners looking for a slower pace. The sites below offer a rang
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Campsite Finder - Leicestershire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Leicestershire sits right at the heart of England, and for campers it offers a handy base for exploring the Midlands. The county blends quiet countryside with easy access to historic towns, making it a practical choice f
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Campsite Finder - Lincolnshire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Lincolnshire offers a wide spread of touring bases, from the edge of the Wolds to the flatlands around Boston and the coastal strip at Mablethorpe. The following parks and campsites are listed with their addresses for ea
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Campsite Finder - Manchester, North West England – Camping & Caravan Direct
For anyone touring the North West of England, Greater Manchester makes a practical and surprisingly varied base. The city itself draws visitors for its museums, music and football, while the surrounding moors, reservoirs
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Campsite Finder - Norfolk, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Norfolk has long been a favourite for camping and caravanning, and it is easy to see why. The county pairs a famously gentle coastline with quiet inland woodland, market towns and broads, so there is a pitch to suit most
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Campsite Finder - Northamptonshire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Northamptonshire sits in the heart of central England, and for campers it offers a pair of very different options — one built around water, the other around speed.
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Campsite Finder - Nottinghamshire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Nottinghamshire sits at the heart of England, and its campsites make a handy base for exploring both the county and its neighbours. The sites listed here range from quiet rural parks to places with fishing lakes on the d
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Campsite Finder - Oxfordshire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Oxfordshire sits within easy reach of much of central and southern England, and its mix of rolling countryside, riverside towns and historic villages makes it a dependable choice for a camping or caravan break. The count
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Campsite Finder - Rutland, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Rutland is England's smallest historic county, and its compact scale makes it easy to explore. At its heart lies Rutland Water, one of the largest reservoirs in Europe and a haven for sailing, cycling, walking and birdwa
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Campsite Finder - Select a County - Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Central England takes in a broad sweep of the country, from the flat, open landscapes of the east to the rolling hills and river valleys further west. For campers and caravanners, the region offers plenty of choice, whet
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Campsite Finder - Select a County - Ireland – Camping & Caravan Direct
Ireland's campsites are spread right across the island, from the Atlantic coastline of the west to the gentler shores of the south-east. The counties below are among the most popular starting points for a camping or cara
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Campsite Finder - Select a County - North East England – Camping & Caravan Direct
North East England takes in four historic counties, each with its own character and its own appeal for campers and caravanners. Whether you are drawn to a rugged coastline, quiet inland valleys or a short break near a ci
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Campsite Finder - Select a County - North West England – Camping & Caravan Direct
North West England takes in some of the country's most varied camping country, from the fells and lakes of Cumbria to the coastline of Merseyside and the Lancashire plain. The region is served by five historic counties a
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Campsite Finder - Select a County - Northern Ireland – Camping & Caravan Direct
Northern Ireland's six counties each offer their own character for campers and caravanners, from the dramatic coastline of County Antrim to the gentle hills and lough shores of County Down.
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Campsite Finder - Select a County - Scotland – Camping & Caravan Direct
Scotland's geography lends itself exceptionally well to touring holidays, and the country's campsites reflect that variety. Whether you are drawn to rugged coastlines, quiet glens, or island crossings, the regions below
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Campsite Finder - Select a County - South East England – Camping & Caravan Direct
A county-by-county guide to campsites across South East England, covering the region's most popular camping and caravanning destinations.
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Campsite Finder - Select a County - South West England – Camping & Caravan Direct
South West England takes in five counties, each with a distinct appeal for campers and caravanners. Whether you are drawn to a rugged coastline, rolling farmland or open downland, the region offers plenty of choice.
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Campsite Finder - Select a County - Wales – Camping & Caravan Direct
Wales packs an extraordinary variety of camping country into a relatively small area. Coastal pitches with sea views, sheltered valley sites and remote moorland spots are all within a few hours of each other, which makes
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Campsite Finder - Select a County - Yorkshire – Camping & Caravan Direct
Yorkshire is large enough that a camping trip here can look very different depending on which of its four counties you choose. The historic ridings split the region into East, North, South and West Yorkshire, each with i
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Campsite Finder - Select a Region – Camping & Caravan Direct
Planning a camping trip begins with choosing where to pitch up, and the UK and Ireland offer a remarkable spread of options. From the rugged coastlines of the north to the gentle countryside of the south, each region has
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Campsite Finder - Shropshire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Shropshire sits in the heart of central England, with the Welsh border to the west and a landscape of rolling hills, river valleys and quiet market towns. It is a county well suited to camping and caravanning, offering a
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Campsite Finder - Staffordshire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Staffordshire sits at the heart of England, and its mix of gentle countryside, historic towns and family attractions makes it a practical base for camping and caravanning. The sites below are spread across the county, fr
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Campsite Finder - Warwickshire, Central England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Warwickshire sits at the heart of England, and its campsites make a handy base for exploring both the county and the wider Midlands. The three parks below cover a range of settings, from a quiet corner of the Warwickshir
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Campsite Finder - Wiltshire, South West England – Camping & Caravan Direct
Wiltshire sits at the heart of the West Country, and its mix of chalk downland, ancient monuments and quiet villages makes it a rewarding county for a camping or caravanning break. The four sites below are spread across
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Delivery & Returns – Camping & Caravan Direct
UK delivery is handled by DPD. If you provide an email address and, where possible, a mobile number when ordering, the courier will send tracking details with an approximate delivery time.
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Organisations, Groups, Clubs & Outdoor Charities – Camping & Caravan Direct
Organisations of every size can access trade pricing and dedicated support when buying outdoor equipment in bulk. Whether you are kitting out a scout troop, a school expedition or a frontline service, bulk orders can be
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Our Store – Camping & Caravan Direct
A physical shop remains at the heart of many camping and caravanning retailers, and this one is no exception. Visitors can call in to browse caravan and motorhome accessories in person, with staff on hand to answer quest
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Size Guide – Camping & Caravan Direct
A size guide is one of those things you rarely think about until you need it. Whether you are replacing a worn part, matching a fitting or checking that a new accessory will work with your setup, getting the measurements
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Stock Notifications – Camping & Caravan Direct
A number of camping and caravan accessories are currently listed with prices shown in pounds sterling. Availability is not guaranteed and stock levels can change, so it is worth checking before you travel.
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Tell a Friend – Camping & Caravan Direct
For anyone who spends time under canvas or towing a tourer, the small consumables are what keep a trip running smoothly. Replacement parts and sanitation fluids rarely make it onto a packing list until something leaks, b
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Tent Aftercare – Camping & Caravan Direct
Looking after a tent properly is the difference between a shelter that lasts for years and one that starts letting you down after a couple of seasons. Most of the problems campers blame on faulty equipment turn out to be
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The History of Campingaz – Camping & Caravan Direct
Few names in outdoor equipment carry the same recognition as Campingaz. For more than seven decades the brand has supplied campers, caravanners and backyard cooks with stoves, cylinders, coolers and barbecues, building a
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The History of Coleman – Camping & Caravan Direct
More than a century ago, a young man with an entrepreneurial streak and a better idea began making lanterns in Wichita, Kansas. His name was W.C. Coleman, and the company he founded would go on to change life in America.
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The History of Easycamp – Camping & Caravan Direct
Easy Camp was created to serve a gap in the outdoor market: younger campers, young families and those with little camping experience who wanted gear that was simple to use, well made and reasonably priced.
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The History of Outwell – Camping & Caravan Direct
Outwell began in 1995, when Henrik Arens identified a gap in the market: high-quality family tents and camping equipment at reasonable prices. What started as a small, focused collection of innovative, thoroughly tested
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The History of Robens – Camping & Caravan Direct
The Robens story began in Germany in 1973, when Klaus Robens founded the company with his wife at their home in Wentorf. His deep knowledge of the outdoors and of the industry shaped the venture from the start, though it