By Joe Jeffrey
Game, set and match on some of the best caravan sites for you to unleash your inner-tennis superstar skills this summer with The Caravan Club
With the likes of Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic preparing for Wimbledon 2015 beginning this Monday (29 June), The Caravan Club has rounded up its top sites for those heading to the All England Club during the two week event, or for those simply wanting to embrace tennis fever this summer.
The Club, which offers a number of family-friendly caravan and camping sites across the UK featuring tennis and other outdoor sports facilities, is certainly doing its bit to join in with the British tradition that is Wimbledon; so before you settle down with your punnet of strawberries topped with lashings of cream, check out how you can get involved a little more this year by reading on.
Crystal Palace Caravan Club site, London
Those heading to Wimbledon can stay at the Crystal Palace Caravan Club site. Just nine miles from the All England Club, the location is ideal. With bus services to and from central London and running late into the night, Championship goers can enjoy a summer evening meal after a day at the tennis or head back to camp to relax in the peaceful setting.
A caravan pitch at the Crystal Palace Caravan Club site starts from £7.50 per pitch, plus £6.80 per adult and £2.00 per child per day. For more information, click here
Alderstead Heath Caravan Club site, Surrey
Set in peaceful countryside and just 15 miles from Wimbledon, tennis fans can make a weekend of their trip to the tennis. Outdoor lovers will enjoy the local cycling trails, from gentle country land to mountain biking routes; there are eight cycle guides for the county of Surrey. The town itself boasts many walking trails, nearby golf courses and traditional English pubs.
A caravan pitch at Alderstead Heath Caravan Club site starts from £6.40 per pitch, plus £5.60 per adult and £1.90 per child per day. For more information, click here
Looe Caravan Club site, Cornwall
Perfect for active families, the Looe Caravan Club Site on the Cornish coast boasts a well-maintained tennis court, mini-golf and an outdoor heated pool. Great days out in the area also include the fishing harbour, rock pools, coastal walking paths and the Eden Project.
A caravan pitch at Looe Caravan Club Site starts from £7.60 per pitch, plus £6.80 per adult and £1.90 per child per day. For more information, click here
Wood Farm Caravan Club site, Dorset
With easy access to spectacular rural scenery, little ones and teens alike will love exploring the rugged Jurassic Coast whilst parents and grandparents can marvel at the coastal views. Families can practice their serve at the on-site tennis court or try their hand at the water sports and fishing facilities.
A caravan pitch at Wood Farm Caravan Park starts from £5.50 per pitch, plus £5.00 per adult and £2.00 per child per day. For more information, click here
Forfar Lochside Caravan Club site
Stay active this summer at Forfar Lochside Caravan Club site. This picturesque parkland hugs the shoreline of Forfar Loch and provides a number of outdoor activities to keep the family entertained including a tennis court, football pitches and crazy golf. The town of Forfar itself also offers spectacular hillwalking along rugged cliffs, sandy beaches and a monthly farmers market and Pitmuies Gardens.
A caravan pitch at Forfar Lochside Caravan Club site starts from £6.90 per pitch, plus £6.20 per adult and just one penny per child per day. For more information, click here
