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Carry On Camping: Britain's 'Staycation' Boom
Last Updated 00:40 05/05/2013
David Crabtree, Midlands Correspondent
The number of British people deciding to holiday in the UK continues to surge and the caravan and camping industry is reaping the rewards.
In January, the industry saw a 14% increase in the number of advanced bookings compared to the same time last year, according to the Camping and Caravanning Club.
Caravan Holidays Figures
The sector is said to contribute nearly £6m to the UK economy.
At Lickhill Manor Park in Stourport-on-Severn, first time camper Catherine Bryant said: "We only live in Birmingham so it is not very far away. But this is a good option to get the whole family out and meet up with friends. It is fun and economical.
"All we have to do is book up, load up the car and get away for a few days in a nice environment where the kids can have a good run around."
Her husband Phil said: "It's the best way of getting friends and family together without expensive hotels and holidays abroad."
Those in the industry say it is vital that they attract the right candidates with the appropriate skills to manage the expansion. More young people are being urged to study tourism park management.
A spokesperson for the National Caravan Council (NCC) said: "The caravan and camping sector has seen a rise in the number of people holidaying in the UK and is creating opportunities to allow its employers to capitalise on growth.
"Staycations, popularised by cash-strapped Brits holidaying at home, have driven growth, as well as the growing 'glamping' trend."
NCC figures show that 1.5 million people regularly take tourism caravan or motorhome holidays.
It is estimated in the UK there are 510,000 touring caravans, 305,000 caravan holiday homes and 142,000 motorhomes.
At Lickhill Manor Park, camper Tony Marchewka said: "It is just great. This is a quick fill in holiday for us, but we often take the caravan abroad, across Europe. We can stay anywhere."
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