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The space-age domes of the Eden project in Cornwall, the mystical stone circle of Stonehenge and the sweeping Jurassic Coast make the South West a destination of great diversity and interest.
The Southern-most counties Somerset, Devon and Cornwall have minimal motorway infrastructure which means there remains a proliferation of sleepy hamlets and quaint towns.
The stunning coastline and sandy beaches are well worth the drive. Over 25 designated blue flag beaches, including the UK's surfing Mecca Newquay and old smugglers coves are dotted throughout Devon and Cornwall.
Dorset is the home county of 19th century novelist Thomas Harding and the setting for many of his novels. Western Dorset sees the beginning of the Jurassic Coast where many of Britain's major fossils have been discovered.
Two of Britain's major National Parks are contained within the region. Dartmoor and Exmoor sit alongside the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire and provide a host of outdoor activities for you to get stuck into.
The South West is serviced by three motorways. The M5 runs down to Exeter from the Midlands, the M3 connects London to Southampton and the M4 corridor provides direct links from the Southwest to London.
Here we have a selection of well equipped caravan parks across the region.
RECOMMENDED PARKS AND SITES
Bodmin Camping & Caravan Site
Halfway between the south and north coasts, surrounded by 100 square miles of moorland, the site is peaceful and accessible.
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Boscrege Caravan and Camping Park
This family run park is situated in West Cornwall, a land famous for its myths and legends.
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Bude Camping & Caravan Club
The Bude club site is in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The local beaches are a surfer's paradise.
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Budemeadows Touring Park
Just a mile from the extensive beaches of Widemouth Bay, renowned for surf and sand.
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Carlyon Bay Camping Park
With 30 acres of meadow and mature woodlands the campsite is situated in the heart of 'Du Maurier' Country on the south coast of Cornwall.
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Carnon Downs Caravan and Camping Park
Just three miles from the beautiful Cathedral City of Truro an ideal location to explore Cornwall.
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Dolbeare Park
Situated in 9 acres of level and gently sloping parkland, surrounded by the Cornish countryside.
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Godrevy Park Caravan Club Site
Situated near a lovely beach facing St Ives Bay, the Godrevy Park Caravan Club Site is popular in summer.
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Hendra Holiday Park
A choice of twelve fields of spacious pitches, there are pitches offering a quiet and relaxed atmosphere as well as those that closer to the action.
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Looe Caravan Club Site
Here you can write a summary about the park - whatever is contained in the Caravan Times Community group.
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Merrose Farm Caravan Club Site
Merrose Farm is a well-landscaped parkland location. The park is conveniently close to a scenic coastal path for the family to explore.
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Mother Iveys Bay Caravan Park
Mother Ivey's Bay Caravan Park is situated near Padstow in Cornwall with their own privately owned beach.
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Pentewan Sands Holiday Park
Discover the magic of Pentewan Sands, nestled in the arms of Mevagissey bay on the Cornish Riviera.
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Polmanter Touring Park
Polmanter has spectacular views of the Cornish coastline from St Ives Bay to Trevose Head some 40 miles away.
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Sennen Cove Camping & Caravan Club
Situated on the Land's End peninsula, Sennen Cove Camping & Caravan Club site is within a few miles of both the north and south coasts of Cornwall.
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St Agnes Beacon Caravan Club Site
Situated at the foot of the Beacon, the St Agnes Beacon Caravan Club Site offers unforgettable panoramic views of the Cornish coastline.
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Sun Valley Holiday Park
St Austell in Cornwall is the home of this 5 star Best of British Holiday Park and Campsite.
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Threeways Caravan Club Site
Threeways is an attractive destination in Penzance with a lovely parkland. The park is only a few miles from Marazion, Cornwall's oldest chartered town.
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Treamble Valley Caravan Club Site
Treamble Valley is a 36-acre woodland park set in an undulating valley. Truro is also well located for excursions to attractive local towns and village.
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Tregurrian Camping & Caravan Club
Tregurrian is a great place for watersports lovers. Relax on the sandy beaches or visit places of interest.
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Trethem Mill Touring Park
The Park covers 12 acres, half of which is level and gently sloping grass that is suitable for caravans, tents and motor-homes.
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Trevella Park
Take a pleasant walk through fields to the Gannel Estuary, which takes you to either Crantock Beach or into Newquay.
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Trevornick Holiday Park
Based in the heart of Cornwall and is only 5 miles away from Newquay. The site boasts 5 star facilities and Holywell Beach is walking distance away.
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Trewan Hall
A family-run campsite in mid Cornwall between Newquay and Padstow.
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Trewethett Farm Caravan Club Site
The views from Trewethett Farm Caravan Club Site overlook the lovely Bossiney Cove with its sandy beach.
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Valley Truckle Caravan Club Site
The Valley Truckle Site is near Tintagel, the rumoured birthplace of King Arthur.
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Veryan Camping & Caravan Club
The Site has a field for ball games, lovely fishing lake and even a spacious lodge for hire.
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Wooda Farm Holiday Park
Set in forty acres of parkland overlooking miles of stunning Cornish coast, from Bude to Trevose lighthouse.
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