A growing number of children are heading off on a caravan holiday with their grandparents in a practice Halfords has labelled as “gramping”.
The increase comes as parents up and down the country continue to feel the financial squeeze, prompting many to turn to their own parents for support.
Holidays – and in particular camping trips – are among the most popular solutions among this group, with these summer holidays also providing parents with a welcome break from energetic young children.
According to a new survey of 1,000 families, which was conducted by Halfords, a third of families rely on grandparents to help them out during the holiday.
The research found that around one in four grandparents have taken their grandchildren off for a spot of “gramping” across the UK, with caravanning trips among the most popular options for a trip away.
Paul McClenaghan, Halfords commercial director, said: “We know that many people have nostalgic memories of camping trips when they were growing up so it’s natural that grandparents want to pass on the enjoyment of a holiday under canvas to their grandchildren.
“Camping is also great value and an ideal way to occupy children and give them an active break.”
The research echoes statistics from the Camping and Caravanning Club which showed an eight per cent rise in bookings made by over 55’s this year.
