Adria applies Axess design to Matrix and Coral ranges

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We may be at the peak of caravan and motorhome season, but that hasn’t stopped some people looking ahead and Adria is amongst them.

The manufacturer is gearing up to launch a new range of leisure vehicles and the brand new Axess design is set to be applied to a number of them.

Based on the new Fiat Ducato, Axess will offer more choice and shorter layouts as it’s applied to motorhomes in the Matrix and Coral ranges.

Those familiar with previous models will notice changes to the design of the exterior, with white bodywork and a dynamic front cap.

The innovations don’t just apply to the outside though, as an inclined rear wall design and large garage complete with power and lights will be distinctive features of Axess models.

Potential buyers will need to make some choices, as the Matrix Axess will be available in three short layouts and the Coral Axess will also be produced in a layout measuring less than seven metres.

All of the new models will feature a double floor and single level floor throughout. The Coral will sport a sunroof, while the Matrix is set to grab attention with its panoramic window.

When it comes to getting away in Axess-designed vans, holidaymakers will find practical features, such as comfortable seating and beds, coupled with elegant furnishings.

A Truma heating system is fitted as standard throughout all models, keeping everyone cosy as the autumn turns to winter.

With a hotel-style bathroom and shower, you’ll never want to holiday any other way.

These new models will be rolling into dealerships between August and September, so there’s not long to wait if you’re thinking of looking into buying one.

Adria is a respected name in motorhome manufacturing, having been founded in Slovenia in 1965.

2 in 5 Brits are nostalgic for caravan holidays

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Some 39 per cent of Brits said staying in a caravan was their fondest childhood holiday memory when they were asked for a new survey.

Interestingly, the demographic that ranked caravan trips the highest in the Park Leisure research was generation Z, who are aged between 18 and 24.

This put staying in a caravan in the number five spot, with various seaside pastimes dominating the top of the list.

In first position was eating fish and chips at the beach, which is a quintessentially British activity and something many staycationers will be enjoying this summer.

It was followed by paddling in the sea, going for a walk and playing at the amusement arcades, taking up the third, fourth and fifth spots.

Childhood holidays are not just for relaxing at the beach, however, as 15 per cent of Mancunians said they’d learnt to ride a bike on a UK break as a kid.

Meanwhile, 19 per cent of people in Cardiff recalled being taught how to fly a kite during their time away.

Lisa Williams, director of marketing and holiday sales at Park Leisure, said: “Many of us look back on childhood holidays with great affection, and it’s been lovely reflecting on all these happy memories.

“It was great to see that every generation had similar favourites, which shows that traditional holiday activities, like rock pooling, walking and picnics, are still going strong!

“Many people will have explored new corners of the UK over the last year or so, and hopefully families will now continue to holiday on our own shores, so the next generations can enjoy similar memories in the future.”

Every family has their own special memories from caravan holidays and many of them are the result of things not going to plan.

Returning to the same caravan parks year after year also helps to cement these memories in young people’s minds.

No doubt summer 2021’s year of staycations will kickstart many new traditions.

 

Photo credit: Pexels/Matthew DeVries

Nick’s News – Certificated locations, Bath’s Clean Air Zone and the Auto-Trail Grande Frontier GF-70

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Nick HardingNick’s News – Nick Harding is an expert in all things motorhomes, caravans and camping. Each week, Nick explores products, locations, holiday ideas and essential community information on our behalf – It’s a Hard-ing Life for Nick, but here is what he found this week.

My week

What a find Louth was last week. Our choice of certificated location (CL) was the wonderful Nutty Cottage, which is just over a mile’s walk into the town centre and we were there for a bustling market day. They fall on a Wednesday each week.

It was lovely to see so many independent shops too. If you’re not a member of the Caravan and Motorhome Club, I’d seriously recommend joining simply for access to its CL network of small, minimal facilities sites. Alternatively, the Camping and Caravanning Club runs a similar scheme, but calls them certificated sites (CSs). They really are the ultimate getaway sites.

In the news

Bath – a brush with the Clean Air Zone

Oh dear, it seems I’m out of favour with Bath, falling foul of its Clean Air Zone (CAZ). Rather unwittingly, I went into the zone in my T5 California SE campervan and have ended up with a £69 fine, because it’s classed as a motor caravan and not a private car. My appeal has been rejected too.

Bath’s record on pollution isn’t great, so I’m happy to help in any way if it means cleaner air for all. I’m just a bit annoyed with myself for not reading the small print. My ignorance is no defence.

I’d suggest any owners of motorhomes with engines classed as meeting Euro V legislation (like mine) or less either use the park-and-ride schemes or take their custom elsewhere.

Meanwhile, I certainly can’t afford to upgrade to a T6 California, so maybe I should swap in for a Range Rover or similar? They’re exempt…

Swift goes Live for 2022The Swift Kon-Tiki

Want to find out more about Swift’s new caravan and motorhome offerings for the season ahead? It’s just announced it will be hosting its new Swift Live online showcase event. September 1st is the start date, running through to the 23rd.

For a sneak preview, and following on from last week’s Swift caravan news, I can now tell you what to expect on the motorhomes front. The total line-up is some 26 models, with a complete makeover for its flagship Kon-Tiki range. I’m looking forward to seeing the new interiors, designed along “business jet aesthetics” lines, according to Swift.

Along with general updates to the Escape and Edge ranges, the Selects – until now all van conversions – are to be extended to include four Compact coachbuilts.
All Swift’s 2022 season motorhomes are Fiat Ducato-based. I can’t wait to see them in the flesh…

Time to get down to speed?

I’m with the majority in that I think motorway speeds should be cut when there’s bad weather. A survey by the RAC concludes some 72 per cent of drivers would like to see the 70mph maximum dropped down to encourage better driving behaviour and all-round safety when it’s raining hard. In such scenarios, 60mph or less is deemed to be a respectable limit.

It’s not just about safety, though. If we were all to drive some 10mph slower than normal, we’d use less fuel and push out less pollution, also saving on wear and tear. Just a thought!

Motorhome for me?

Auto-Trail Grande Frontier GF-70

I’m very impressed with what’s coming out of the Auto-Trail factory these days. Van conversions, coachbuilts and now a trio of A-classes under the Grande Frontier name.

At a smidge under 7m long, the smallest of the three is the GF-70, which boasts what would have once been considered a classic end washroom floorplan, but it’s not a layout that features in other A-class manufacturers’ portfolios.

Essentially a two-berth (OK, it sleeps four and two extra travel seats are available as an option), it’s got that king of the road and campsite feel to it. The huge expanse of windscreen, the pull-down double bed, the spacious lounge and, as we’ve come to expect from Auto-Trail, a particularly good kitchen, all count in the GF-70’s favour. Even though the washroom isn’t full width, it does boast a larger-than-average shower cubicle.

I must admit that after a week’s use, I was able to suggest some possible detail improvements, including reading lamps and direct rooflight ventilation for that bed.

Three good: An impressive newcomer, spacious floorplan, the usual A-class space, vision and insulation benefits
Two bad: It needs a few details sorting and it’s not cheap
Perfect for… Grand touring
Also consider: Pilote Galaxy G690D

Gumtree ranks campervans and caravans for a staycation

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With so many people being keen to enjoy a campervan or caravan staycation this summer, free ad site Gumtree has ranked widely available leisure vehicles into a number of categories.

Collating data from various caravan publications in May 2021, Gumtree has created a resource making it easy to compare features.

In the first category, best for a staycation, it put the Zefiro 685 in the top spot, followed by the Swift Escape 684 in second, with the McLouis Fusion 360 coming in third.

Among the attributes to put the Zefiro 685 in first position is its ability to sleep five people instead of the typical four.

The rankings also suggested its size, hosting potential, price and cost all combined to make it a well-balanced option.

Anyone looking to pick up a bargain will be interested to know that the top three leisure vehicles in the most cost-effective category were the Mazda Bongo, Mercedes Benz Marco Polo and Ford Transit.

It’s not just the £13,000 price tag that makes the Bongo an option that’s good for the wallet, Gumtree noted that filling the tank from empty takes just £83.46.

When it comes to hosting friends and family, the research put the Benimar Primero 313 at the top of the list, with the Zefiro 685 in second and the Swift Escape 684 in third.

Not only does the Benimar boast six berths, it also has impressive cooking facilities and 40.64 square metres of space.

It’s worth noting that if you’re looking for something more compact but still able to host a few friends, the Dreamer Camper Five, which came in at number nine, is a solid option with five berths.

This underlines the fact that when buying a caravan, campervan or motorhome, everyone’s requirements will be different and the market has so much variation, there’s almost certain to be something out there to suit your needs.

 

 

Photo credit: Pixabay/peagreenbean 

Park Holidays thanks guests for acting responsibly after restrictions lifted

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Caravan parks across England have been able to reopen many of the on-site entertainment and activity options they offer to guests since coronavirus restrictions were relaxed on July 19th.

One operator in particular has been pleased to see how its guests have responded and continue to think about the welfare of others with regard to Covid-19.

Park Holidays thanked visitors for a “responsible and well-judged” approach to precautions since so-called Freedom Day.

Tony Clish, director of Park Holidays, said: “Everyone loves letting their hair down on holiday, and it’s wonderful to see our clubs, bars and entertainment venues all buzzing again.

“But what’s especially noticeable is the restrained and thoughtful behaviour of guests which is helping to maintain a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere for everyone.

“There’s definitely a sense that we’re not out of the woods yet, but that it’s possible to enjoy ourselves and have a good time whilst still remaining cautious.”

Usually mainstays of caravan holidays in the UK, singing, dancing and swimming have all been restricted during the pandemic, but can be enjoyed once more.

Face coverings are no longer mandatory indoors in England, but some guests may still wish to wear them and making use of the hand sanitising stations regularly is a sensible precaution.

An enhanced cleaning routine is still in place at Park Holidays’ sites and social distancing made possible with gaps between accommodation areas.

Park Holidays operates in more than 40 locations across England and Scotland, and has experienced higher demand this summer than any in its 30-year history.

There are still some pitches available, but capacity is starting to become limited as sites get booked up well into the autumn.

Mr Clish summarised: “Meanwhile, we are expressing our gratitude to everyone for remaining sensitive to the situation we are all having to live with, and making our parks a relaxing place to be.”

The ultimate kids’ song playlist for caravan road trips

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Now that the schools have broken up for the summer holidays and more families in Britain than ever are enjoying staycations, many parents will be turning their attention to keeping their kids entertained on road trips.

If you’re heading off for a caravan holiday, then the sunshade supplier Car Shades has conducted some research into the songs to add to your playlist for the journey that might interest you.

It found that I Just Can’t Wait to be King from Disney’s The Lion King was ranked the most popular track by parents for long trips with kids.

Songs from Disney films dominated the list, with tracks from Moana, Frozen and the Little Mermaid all making an appearance in the top ten.

There were some others in there too, with Baby Shark coming in at number six and the theme song from Paw Patrol making it to eighth spot.

Just squeezing in at number ten was the perennial classic Heads, Shoulders, Knees and Toes, showing that some tunes never got old.

Having said that, 45 per cent of parents surveyed may disagree, as they were regularly made to ensure the same song on repeat by their younger travel companions.

The thing about kids’ songs is that they so often end up as earworms, with nine out of ten adults finding themselves singing tunes out loud even when their children aren’t in the car.

Car Shades has put together a 25-track playlist of kids’ songs that could be a useful distraction on your next caravan trip.

Steve Giles, managing director at Car Shades, said: “It’s impossible not to get your children’s favourite songs stuck in your head. Many of them are so catchy and accessible that I completely understand why parents see them as guilty pleasures!

“There will be plenty of road trips this summer, with lots of opportunities to sing along with your kids to make the staycation journeys as pleasant as possible.

“I hope our ultimate kids’ playlist as voted by the parents brings lots of joy to families over the coming weeks, but I still can’t understand how Moana didn’t win it!”

Nick’s News – Swift’s 2022 tourers, Stowford Farm Meadows and the Bailey Unicorn Madrid

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Nick HardingNick’s News – Nick Harding is an expert in all things motorhomes, caravans and camping. Each week, Nick explores products, locations, holiday ideas and essential community information on our behalf – It’s a Hard-ing Life for Nick, but here is what he found this week.

My week

It’s over to Lincolnshire this week. I do feel particularly privileged, as I’m writing this week’s Nick’s News from the comfortable lounge of an Auto-Trail Grande Frontier, pitched up at the Caravan and Motorhome Club’s site at Sutton-on-Sea near the Lincolnshire coast.

Nick working in his caravanWe arrived in time for a walk out to and along the beach and it’s all rather idyllic, as there’s no crowds here. We’re in the baby of the Grande Frontier range, the two-berth GF-70 and our next stop, for two more nights, is the wonderfully titled Nutty Cottage Certificated Location near Louth in Lincolnshire. It’s our base for a quick trawl of some of the bargain antiques centres for which this part of the country is particularly renowned.

In the news

Swift’s 2022 tourer approach – the Conqueror returns

I’ll be honest, I’ve heard very little from Swift during the pandemic and now I’ve realised why. It’s been far too busy working on its whole caravan portfolio for 2022. It calls its line-up for next year “sensational” and it’s not hard to see why.

First there’s the return of the upmarket Conqueror, with a four-strong line-up. That, in turn, has meant an excuse to push the Elegance range to even more premium levels. All three models for 2022 are extra-wide bodied, too.

Then there’s a new Sprite Compact, an extra-slim two-berth that will surely happily fill the niche left by the demise of rival manufacturer Lunar and its Ariva model.

And there’s now a six-berth Basecamp, the biggest one yet. There’s more across all ranges, of course, with the usual change of graphics, and furnishings soft and hard, as well as some useful equipment upgrades. It all sounds pretty exciting.

Stowford on the go

It’s great to see things getting back to normal at so many campsites. Not least at Stowford Farm Meadows, near Barnstaple in North Devon. It’s a huge touring site, with no shortage of facilities, yet somehow manages to retain an intimate feel. For the rest of this season, it’s allowing local, independent retailers of food and drink to set up on site.

There’s also a marquee that’s been erected purely for a programme of kids’ entertainment. If you want to avoid such things you can always make a booking to be entertained in the Stables Bar. There’s even a Crufts-style dog show scheduled for August 1st, which is exclusive to those on site that weekend.

Here’s early news of a 2022 event, too. Dubs @ Stowford is a campervans event, scheduled for the first May bank holiday next year. It’s £75 to camp for that particular weekend. Plus, traders can still book a stand at this event.

Caravan crush

Interior of the Bailey Unicorn MadridBailey Unicorn Madrid – it’s the real thing

More mature readers will instantly be able to trace the Madrid’s roots as going back to the Pageant Champagne of the 1990s – one of the best caravans Bailey ever made. That’s not just my view, as the sales figures say the same thing.

In its latest incarnation, it’s put on a bit of weight, but haven’t we all? It’s pricier, too, of course. Am I right in thinking a Pageant Champagne snuck in under the £10,000 barrier at one point?! Please feel free to correct me if I’m wrong.

Despite its four-berth status, it’s couples who will really enjoy the Madrid. That front lounge is great for, er lounging and the dinette… well, it’s the perfect place for two to take their meals.

Needless to add, despite my price-carping, Bailey has got the blend of price to specification absolutely spot on.

Three good: Classic four-berth layout, price and spec, and a bit of mid-market pedigree
Two bad: Over £28,000 and 1,500kg MTPLM
Perfect for: Moving upmarket
Also consider: Swift Elegance 580

Gadget envy

Get out – with the kidsTidipool

Don’t let the kids miss out when you’re away camping this summer, whatever the weather may hold for you. Decathlon has a little range of paddling pools for kids from 12 months old upwards – perfect for cooling down when temperatures are getting too hot. There’s the £22.99 120cm Tidipool, a collapsible design with its own, waterproof carrybag. The Tidipool Basic, meanwhile, is just £12.99.

Or, if the weather takes a turn for the wet and worse, Keela’s Puddlebug is a waterproof suit for ages six months through to five years. It’s a three-in-one – with inner zip-in fleece for colder times, as well as an outer shell for ultimate protection. Price is around £85.

If it’s durable outdoor, all-weathers gear you want for your very young children, do check out the Kozi Kidz portfolio, which will have you covered.

No quarantine for fully vaccinated holidaymakers to Ireland

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Caravanners heading off to Ireland from the UK no longer need to quarantine when they arrive or return if they have received two doses of a Covid-19 vaccine, it has been confirmed.

Irish Ferries still has availability on its sailings between Holyhead and Dublin, and Pembroke and Rosslare for peak times this summer.

Nora Costello, consumer marketing and sales director at Irish Ferries, said: “We are delighted to welcome leisure passengers on board our ferries servicing our UK to Ireland routes.

“While we have continued operating during the pandemic to support essential travel and services, we are excited to now enable families and friends to reunite after almost a year and a half apart, and to facilitate holidays and business trips once more.”

Among the popular activities recommended on a visit to Ireland is taking an epic road trip along the Wild Atlantic Way, which covers no less than 2,500 km hugging the coastline.

Tackling the iconic route in a caravan or motorhome represents great flexibility and a chance to enjoy the beauty of both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland on your own terms.

Taking a leisure vehicle on the ferry is relatively straightforward, but it’s important to know its dimensions and book the right category.

Select from:

  • Up to 2.25m high and less than 8m long, where the height including any roof items does not exceed 2.25m high (7ft 6ins) and the length does not exceed 8m (26ft 8ins).
  • Over 2.25m high and less than 8m long, where the height including roof items exceeds 2.25m (7ft 6ins) and the length is less than 8m (26ft 8ins).
  • Over 8m long, where the length of the vehicle including rear racks is over 8m long (26ft 8ins) but less than 12m long (39 ft 5ins). The height is irrelevant.
  • Any vehicles over 12m long must be booked at freight rates.

Ms Costello added: “Ireland holds a very special place in many people’s hearts, and we look forward to providing those people with our warm Irish-style hospitality and charm when they travel with us.”

How to keep your home safe during your caravan trip

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The last thing you’ll likely be thinking about while away on your caravan staycation is your home, but there are a number of precautions you should take before forgetting about it completely.

Experts at money.co.uk have put together a list of tips to ensure you’re not advertising your house as empty while you’re away.

Be careful about posting online

Don’t post pictures of the exterior of your house to social media, as thieves could use them to target your home when they then see pictures of your holiday highlighting that it’s empty.

Believe it or not, it’s also possible to have keys cut from pictures, so never pose with them in a new home picture you intend to share on Instagram or Facebook.

Maintain a lived in look

Put your lights on a timer to come on regularly or ask a friend to park in your drive in order to make your home look lived in while you’re away.

Invest in a video camera doorbell

You can answer a video camera doorbell remotely, which could deter criminals if they’re testing to see if anyone is at home.

Alternatively, you can use the footage to catch burglars should they break in.

Get covered with home insurance

Just as it’s vital to have specialist insurance for your caravan, you should also get cover for your home in case you’re burgled while you’re away.

Check your policy

Make sure your insurance policy covers expensive items like laptops and bikes when you’re away from home, if you’re not taking these things with you.

Salman Haqqi, personal finance expert from money.co.uk said: “Always be mindful when sharing your holiday pictures and location on social media. It’s almost the same as walking down the street and telling everyone you’re not going to be home.”

 

Photo credit: Unsplash/Lubo Minar

Nick’s News – Caravanning with dogs, safe towing and the Coachman Lusso 1

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Nick HardingNick’s News – Nick Harding is an expert in all things motorhomes, caravans and camping. Each week, Nick explores products, locations, holiday ideas and essential community information on our behalf – It’s a Hard-ing Life for Nick, but here is what he found this week.

My week

I’m sneaking a night away in Suffolk this week at Polstead Camping and Caravanning Club Site. It was one of the Club’s first ever franchise sites – privately owned but otherwise run as a Club venue.

It’s well over a decade since it joined the network, so I’m looking forward to hearing how franchisees Greg and Karen Baines have been getting on since they gave up their teaching jobs for a complete career change. I’ve always liked their policy of not charging for Wi-Fi and instead asking for donations to go towards the upkeep of the wonderful floral display on site.

In the newsDog and owner taking in the view

Who let the dogs out?

I wonder if we’re going to notice more dogs than ever on sites this summer. One of the side effects of the Covid-19 pandemic is loads of folk – as many as half the population, according to one survey – in the UK have gone out and got themselves a lockdown pet.

Needless to say, the consequence of this is people are on the lookout for pet-friendly holidays. I just hope all those owners (old as well as new) behave themselves. You might also want to be a bit more wary when you’re out on your travels, as dog thefts are very much on the up too.

Go tow, but keep it safe

Safe towing, if you’re hitching up to head off touring this summer. I know you’ll be aware of all the tyres, lights, loading, mirrors and more checks you need to make before you hit the road.

If you want further back-up, it’s all there in the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ (SMMT) recently updated £6 Trailer Towing Guidance and The Law Guide. It’s the tenth edition and there’s more of a skew to first-time tow-ers in this version – because there’s a huge growth in that particular sector, of course. Not your typical holiday reading, I grant, but essential all the same.

More motorhomes on the way?

Coming soon… or so it says. A well-established UK caravan maker is set to enter the motorhome market in 2022. Can’t wait. How many more brands can the UK motorhome market take though?

Arguably, it’s a good time to be able to produce motorhomes, such is the demand at the moment, which is something that looks set to continue over the next year, at least. Now watch this space…

Interior of the Coachman Lusso 1Caravan crush

Coachman Lusso 1 – single luxury item

Watch out for another version of Coachman’s flagship Lusso tourer, due to hit the showrooms in time for the 2022 season. It’s a smaller, single axle sister to the twin axle model announced a year ago. So, it’s shorter and lighter, and will cost less (prices are still in the offing). It will feature the same floorplan though – the current chart-topping transverse island bed with full-width washroom across the back. And, of course, it’s packed with luxury fittings, right up to an E&P self-levelling system.

There’s a big change in the lounge, though, where the original Lusso’s C-shaped seating has given way to a more conventional L-shape and the fixed pedestal table is now a more lightweight free-stander.

Funnily enough, I rather liked that previous lounge with its fixed table… too different, perhaps?

Three good: Upmarket charm, equipment and quality
Two bad: TBC but it’ll be hefty… and expensive
Perfect for: The style conscious
Also consider: Swift Elegance 580

Gadget envyThe tipi in action

Time for an award-winning tipi?

Excuse me while I go slightly outside my caravans and motorhomes remit, but I thought you might like to hear more about a tent that’s just picked up a major award. It’s the Robens Chinook Ursa S and it’s just been awarded the UK Outdoor Industry Award 2021 for Best Tent/Awning.

A tipi that can also be adapted into a shelter, it retails for a pretty cool £900-plus. It’s a stylish number, alright – a great combination of retro chic and modern materials, including a polycotton flysheet with that unforgettable cool in the summer/warm in the winter ambience of an old-style tent. Bet it would look great next door to your campervan, motorhome or touring caravan.

Get the new Caravan and Motorhome Club digital membership card on its app

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The Caravan and Motorhome Club (CAMC) has launched a digital version of its membership card, which is stored within the organisation’s UK Sites App.

Offering increased convenience, the digital card should mean the end of scrabbling around in drawers at the last minute before embarking on a caravan trip.

It also enables new members to access the rewards associated with the scheme immediately, instead of waiting on the physical card to arrive in the post.

CAMC has introduced the measure based on member feedback, after 47 per cent of those asked said they’d like to be able to access their card from their phone.

It’s easy to find the new membership card section on the app as soon as users have downloaded the latest version and logged in.

Harvey Alexander, director of marketing and membership services at CAMC, said: “The Club is delighted to be able to offer members this new digital membership card. We’re always looking for ways to simplify processes for our members and provide great experiences.

“Membership cards can now be instantly accessed, safely and securely, at the touch of a button. This is something our members have been asking for and we’re really pleased we can deliver this new convenient way for members to access their membership cards. Simply download the card and head off on the next adventure!”

Priced at £54 a year, membership offers access to more 2,700 campsites in the UK and abroad, as well as discounts at a selection of attractions and on important elements of a holiday such as ferries and motorhome insurance.

CAMC was founded in 1907 and is a well-trusted name in the caravan world, offering advice and information as well as a network of sites for tourers across the UK and beyond.

Caravan parks facing staff shortages

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The coronavirus pandemic has meant many challenges for caravan parks in the past 18 months, but the latest is the prospect of not having enough staff to keep them running.

With demand for staycations high and competition from other hospitality venues already an issue, employing enough people to keep caravan sites going this summer is a potential problem.

Add to this the fact that many staff could be forced to self-isolate at short notice to help stop the spread of Covid-19 and holidays could be at risk.

One site that’s particularly aware of the potential for staff shortages is Mother Ivey’s Bay Holiday Park in Padstow and it’s been proactive in coming up with a solution.

The award-winning site has asked holidaymakers to volunteer to step in and contribute to the tight cleaning regime should staff have to self-isolate.

Patrick Langmaid, owner of Mother Ivey’s Bay Holiday Park, said: “Like many tourism providers we are desperate to recruit staff, but the staycation boom and the easing of lockdown has created more jobs than there are people to fill them.

“Unless we can find enough volunteers to give up part of their holidays to keep our toilets spotless, we could have to start cancelling stays already booked for this summer.

Not everyone who has been contacted by the park has been keen to take on cleaning duties, but so far more than 20 people have agreed to help out.

It takes 25 full and part-time staff to run the holiday park and there’s a good chance the test and trace app could alert any number of them to times when they’ve been in contact with a person infected with Covid-19.

The site will be giving away 200 holidays to NHS staff and key workers this year, as a thank you for treating patients throughout the crisis.

Mr Langmaid hopes the spirit of everyone pulling together will continue if any of his staff have to self-isolate.