Friendly Club predicts strong 2012 as membership continues to grow
The Friendly Club has more than 100 sites across the UK
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This winter more caravan owners than ever are heading to warmer European shores as they take part in the Camping and Caravanning Club's European Winter Sun Rallies |
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Friday, 09, Dec 2011 10:43
by Tom Lowenstein
The popularity of caravanning shows no sign of fading, with more and more people getting involved in the quintessential British pastime.
With the economy squeezing people's pockets this is hardly surprising, and many people are now realising the hidden delights that exploring Britain in a caravan can reveal.
This is certainly the case at the Camping and Caravanning Club, where membership continues to grow year-on-year.
"Our membership base is continuously expanding and if the last three years are anything to go by, we don't expect this positive trend to slow anytime soon," Jon Dale, public relations manager at the Club, revealed.
As the economy continues to pinch from our pockets and people look for new, fun and cost-effective ways of getting away from it all, Jon let slip some of the Club's most popular destinations.
The Lake District and the Peak District feature some of the most visited Camping and Caravanning Club sites are, he said, while the South West always proves popular during the school holidays.
Meanwhile, for those looking to hitch up and head overseas with their tourer, France is the number one European destination for caravanners looking for warmer climes, thanks to its many camping and caravan parks, Jon added.