Staycation Surge: Great Britain’s Most Popular Caravan Parks Revealed
by James P. Outreach & PR ExecutiveBoris
Johnson’s exit strategy to ease us out of lockdown is potentially good news for
caravan and camping lovers, as visiting “self-contained accommodation” is set
to be allowed from 12 April – providing the scientific data around COVID cases
doesn’t put a halt on proceedings.
Not only
that, but rules around mixing with others outside will also be relaxed, subject
to the data, as people look forward to the reality of socialising with family
and friends for the first time in what will feel like a lifetime.
To look
ahead to what could be the return of the classic British holiday, Flogas Britain
has been finding out which caravan sites are the most popular in each region of
the country based on Google search data between January 2019 and January 2021.
The most searched for caravan sites
We’ll start
with the most searched for caravan site in the Great Britain. Amassing 6,600
average searches per month, the family-run Riverside Park in Scotland is the
most popular caravan park.
Located on
the banks of the River Teviot, the park is set within 10 acres of land and
boasts stunning views, offering charm and luxury in equal measure.
In second
place is Haven’s, Weymouth Bay Holiday Park with 4,400 searches on average. Situated
in Dorset, the park is one of 37 Haven sites dotted around the Great British
coastline and is ideally placed at one the country’s most recognisable seaside
destinations.
With 3,600
searches, it’s Parkdean Resorts’ Whitley Bay Holiday Park, which like Weymouth Bay, boasts a
short walk to the nearest beach and enough family entertainment to keep
everyone happy.
Following
the Prime Minister’s announcement, bookings for parks has increased
fivefold, so these
popular sites are no doubt experiencing the staycation booking boom themselves.
Regional searches
So, where is
home to the most caravan sites? To find out, we’ve calculated average searches
for all popular sites in each region and picked out the top three. Here are the
results.
Scotland –
total: 34,750
Home to 67
popular parks and resorts, Scotland has the most regional searches on average
per month. The most northern area of Great Britain has some of the best hidden
beauty spots.
Top three
parks (searches)
· Riverside Caravan Park (6,600)
· Clayton Caravan Park (2,400)
· Eyemouth Caravan Park (1,900)
Yorkshire
– total: 22,240
In second
place, it’s “God’s own country”, Yorkshire. Popular for its football teams,
famous actors, and puddings swimming in gravy, the region is also a hub for
caravan and holiday parks.
Top three
parks (searches)
· York Caravan Park (2,900)
· Crows Nest Caravan Park (1,900)
· Kingfisher Caravan Park (1,900)
Northumberland
& County Durham – total: 9,900
Northumberland
and County Durham makes up third spot on the regional list. Famous beaches and
historic towns give the area real character and scenic attraction.
Top three
parks (searches)
· Whitley Bay Caravan Park (3,600)
· Berwick Caravan Park (2,400)
· Sandy Bay Caravan Park (2,400)
Speaking on
behalf of Flogas, Stewart Woolley, General Manager for Cylinders,
said: “It’s been a difficult start to the year, but the data shows how popular
caravan parks are, and the hope people still have for enjoying a well-earned
break.
“Although
trips abroad look unlikely, the vaccine rollout offers a beacon of light that a
staycation may be possible at some stage in 2021.
“Our fingers
are crossed that we’ll see families and friends pitching up at caravan sites
and lighting up the BBQ this summer, albeit still in a socially distanced way.”
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