by Holly Tribe
Caravan enthusiasts from all over the country will be descending on Cottingham this weekend for the annual Caravan Extravaganza.
The event takes place on the 4th and 5th of September in the expansive grounds of Hull University’s halls of residence complex, and seventeen of the UK’s biggest leisure vehicle manufacturers will be in attendance.
The event has a history of showcasing the industry’s newest products and gives caravanners and motorhomers a chance to get a first look at upcoming model updates.
This year, visitors interested in a new season touring caravan will be presented with a bumper crop of innovative new designs and brand new ranges from leading firms.
- Where: The Lawns, Harland Way, Cottingham, East Yorkshire HU16 5SQ
- When: Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th September
- Admission: £3 per person, £7 per family (dogs admitted but must be on a lead)
New models
Swift Caravans, having just unveiled their 2011 offerings to widespread industry approval, will be there with the brand new Challenger, Conqueror and Sterling Eccles and Elite ranges. We urge visitors to go and check out the new panoramic sunroof on the Conqueror and Elite models which we think offer something really different.
Coachman Caravans will have their newly redesigned entry level Amara range on parade. Overhauled for 2011, the new models include an extra 5cm of headroom and new to the line-up is the Amara 655/6, a new twin axle, twin dinette layout.
Elddis Caravanswill also put in an appearance with a selection from their ten new models added for the coming year, and their re-designed Avante range. Lunar Caravans will most likely be showing off their two new additions which come in the form of the Lexon 530 and Clubman SB.
Retailers, dealers and holiday park representatives will stand alongside manufacturers to present related products and services. Catterick Caravans will have a large selection of items at their well stocked accessory shop in the Lawns centre. The National Caravan Council and the British Holiday & Home Parks Association will be there with staff on hand to answer questions and provide advice – and clubs such as the Camping and Caravan Club and Yorkshire Friends Ralliers will also be present.
A great turn out
Last year 24,000 people attended the first two days of the show, and with the rise of the ‘staycation’, a similar turn out is expected this year. A three day trade show follows from Tuesday to Thursday in the subsequent week.
Event organiser David Ritchie told the Yorkshire Post: “With more travel companies going bust more people seem to want to have holidays in the UK so that’s good for the caravan industry.”
For more information visit their website: www.lawnsandbeaulieushows.com
