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DON’T MISS THE WORLD OF PARK & LEISURE HOMES SHOW!

Posted on February 13, 2025

Calling all Holiday Park managers and Caravan Park owners, mark your calendars! The World of Park & Leisure Homes Show is set to be the must-attend event of the year for Park & Leisure Homes, offering an unparalleled opportunity to discover the latest innovations, network with industry leaders, and elevate your business.

Taking place at the stunning Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, from June 6th to 9th, 2025, (TRADE day 6th June 2025) the show brings together an impressive range of manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers showcasing the very best in park and leisure home solutions.

From luxurious lodges to innovative technology and tailored services, this event is designed to help you stay ahead in a competitive market. You’ll have the chance to explore cutting-edge designs, eco-friendly features, and creative ways to enhance guest experiences.

This year’s show promises a host of exciting highlights, including exclusive product launches, bespoke offerings for Park Operators and opportunities to build relationships with trusted suppliers. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your site’s amenities, attract new demographics, or refine your offerings, the World of Park & Leisure Homes Show is the perfect place to start! Entry is free for trade visitors, and complimentary parking ensures a stress-free visit.

World of Park & Leisure Homes Show
www.parkhomeandleisure.co.uk

AWAY RESORTS’ NEW ENTERTAINMENT MANAGER

Posted on February 13, 2025

Away Resorts has taken a bold step toward elevating guest experiences by appointing Melody Munday as its new Senior Head of Entertainment Operations. With an impressive 34-year career spanning hospitality, leisure, and entertainment management, Melody is no stranger to transforming experiences into unforgettable memories.

Her resume boasts work with leading UK brands like Grosvenor Casinos and Mecca Bingo, where she introduced innovative entertainment concepts that successfully appealed to younger audiences. Now, she’s set to bring that same creativity and expertise to Away Resorts, broadening the scope of live shows, seasonal events, and activities across its 27 parks in England, Scotland, and Wales.

Known for its vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere, Away Resorts has built its reputation on providing memorable holidays with entertainment at the heart. Holidaymakers rave about the unique shows and activities, which are often highlighted in glowing online reviews. Melody’s appointment signals a renewed commitment to enhancing these experiences even further.

THE LAND LEISURE & TOURISM SHOW 2024…

Posted on February 12, 2025

The Land, Leisure & Tourism Show 2024, held at Birmingham’s NEC from November 5th to 6th 2024 this show is a B2B event for the tourism, leisure, hospitality, and rural industries. Drawing thousands of attendees and featuring more than 400 exhibitors, the show provided a dynamic platform for industry professionals to connect, share insights, and explore innovative solutions.

The event’s comprehensive agenda included over 50 seminar sessions, addressing key industry topics such as sustainability, digital transformation, and design innovations. Notably, discussions on eco-friendly practices and the integration of technology to enhance guest experiences resonated with many participants.

A highlight of the show was the recognition of excellence through various awards. The Farm Diversification of the Year award, sponsored by NFU Mutual, was presented to The Silly Sheep Fibre Company, applauded for its resource maximisation and community spirit.

WHEN VISITING the LLT show you discover new products and services, explore investment prospects and network.

Additionally, Padstow Holiday Village in Cornwall received the Gold award for Holiday Park of the Year, commended for its commitment to environmental practices and achieving B Corp status.

The show also emphasised the importance of future planning and asset management, with seminars like “Futureproofing your assets through strategic review” underscoring the need for strategic and collaborative approaches in the industry.

Overall, the Land, Leisure & Tourism Show 2024 successfully facilitated meaningful conversations, showcased industry innovations, and celebrated achievements, reinforcing its pivotal role in shaping the future of the leisure and tourism sectors.

The 2025 Land Leisure & Tourism Show will take place on 5th & 6th November 2025, register your interest today.

Land Leisure & Tourism Show
www.lltshow.com

PICTURE POSTCARDS FROM THE SHOW…

A HIGHLIGHT OF THE SHOW WAS THE RECOGNITION OF EXCELLENCE THROUGH VARIOUS AWARDS

HOLIDAY PARK OF THE YEAR

Recognises holiday parks, sites and villages that provide exceptional guest experiences across static vans, touring pitches and more.

CAMPING OR GLAMPING SITE OF THE YEAR

Recognises camping and glamping sites that provide exceptional guest experiences across tents, touring pitches, shepherd’s huts and more.

PINELOG’S LUXURY ACCESSIBLE LODGES FOR PARKS

Posted on February 12, 2025

Pinelog specialises in crafting luxury timber lodges tailored to the unique requirements of holiday parks, making them an excellent choice for facilities that need high-quality, accessible accommodations for less mobile guests and wheelchair users.

Dovestone Holiday Park has been a valued client of Pinelog for the past decade, benefiting from their luxury lodges. Nestled in the picturesque village of Greenfield in Saddleworth, the park enjoys a prime location adjacent to the stunning Peak District National Park.

Thanks to its luxurious lodgings and exceptional guest experiences, Dovestone Holiday Park proudly holds a five-star rating on TripAdvisor. “At Dovestone Park, we take pride in our customer service and aim to provide all our guests with a worry-free experience.

This commitment aligns with our mission to create a safe haven for those with accessibility needs,” said Sally Buckley, General Manager of Dovestone Holiday Park. With limited accessible accommodation options in the area, Dovestone is dedicated to providing an outstanding experience for all guests.

In 2023, they approached Pinelog to create their first two-bedroom accessible lodge. With guests already lined up for the inaugural stay, the urgency was clear in designing and delivering this much-anticipated accessible lodge for Dovestone Holiday Park.

Pinelog
01246 942842
www.pinelog.co.uk

RELAX AND EXPLORE

Posted on May 10, 2023

RELAX AND EXPLORE

A tour of Pembrokeshire's Noble Court Holiday Park...

NOT JUST MEETING but exceeding visitor expectations.

With over 50 acres of landscape to explore, Noble Court Holiday Park is the perfect example of Celtic Holiday Park’s relax and explore ethos. Noble Court is one of three parks, owned by the Pendleton family since 2002, within the Celtic Holidays Group.

Owner Huw Pendleton says; “Over the years, the desire has been to improve the visitor experience and deliver something special.” He was recently recognised as the recipient of Hoseasons’ Outstanding Contribution to UK Tourism award at its 16th annual Owners Conference.

Celtic Holiday Parks offer an array of accommodation and guest experiences at Noble Court, from the prestigious Hampton lodges to luxurious three-bedroomed Spinney lodges complete with four poster beds, contemporary pods, and the unique Stargazer panoramic tents.

STAND OUT
Noble Court boasts the quirky restaurant Charlie’s Celtic Tavern, which has quickly become a popular venue amongst guests and locals as one of the best dining experiences in Pembrokeshire. Quirky design features, including a life-size giraffe, an upside-down cow hanging from the ceiling, and eye-catching artwork, create the impression of hotel-style facilities within a Holiday Park environment.

An outdoor swimming pool provides another feature for guests to enjoy on sunnier days, and the park is just a short walk to the adjacent boutique shopping town of Narberth. As a family-owned park, Huw Pendleton consistently concentrates on, and responds to, UK holiday guests’ ever-changing demands, providing hot tubs as a key addition across the park’s entire rental fleet and extending the range of dog-friendly units.

It’s a move that makes perfect sense when you consider the rising popularity of pet-friendly accommodation and the fact that pet bookings account for a third of all searches on the Hoseasons website.

This commitment to innovation led to Noble Court being recognised as Best Small Relax and Explore destination in Wales at Hoseasons’ 16th annual Diamond Awards last November. The awards are a celebration of the holiday parks, lodge resorts and boating locations in the company’s UK portfolio that have achieved the highest scores in independent customer satisfaction surveys.