Lake District ‘amenity land’ plan refused over caravan fears

AB Campers, founded by Adam Bush and his son, has grown from a father-son project to an award-winning business with three premises in South West Wales. The company offers campervan conversions, a hire service (from £90 per night), and a pop-top roof promotion until July 31, 2026, priced from £2,999.

In June 2022, Jon and Emilie James sold their house for £132,000 and bought a three-acre abandoned campsite in Wales for £90,000. The site, closed since 1989, was littered with trash. For three years, the couple lived in a 25-year-old caravan without amenities, learning renovations via YouTube. They spent £43,000 on restoration and now plan to open a glamping site with motorhome pitches.

The Wave has announced a partnership with Sunlight, making it the first official campervan and motorhome partner of the Bristol surf destination. The deal follows the launch of The Field campsite, where visitors can camp in tents, campervans or motorhomes. Sunlight will take part in on-site activations with its Adventure Crew ambassadors and run competitions offering surf sessions and overnight stays. The Wave operates a Wavegarden Cove surf lagoon and offers accommodation, dining and family activities.

A fire broke out at a site in Elmbridge Road, Cranleigh, Surrey, at about 15:30 BST on Monday, caused by overloaded solar panels on a barn. Hannah Nicholson, who lived in the static caravan and cared for her elderly mother, lost all her possessions. The family estimates repairs at £3,500–£4,000 or replacement at £7,000.

The Quiet Site at Ullswater has been named the UK's Sustainable Family Business of the Year 2026 by Family Business United at a ceremony in London. Owner Daniel Holder said the park has achieved carbon neutrality and generates 80% of its energy from on-site renewables. The park also launched a community bus service with local businesses to reduce congestion and emissions. Earlier in 2026, it received the AA Sustainable Holiday Park of the Year award and holds the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development.

The Scottish Motorhome, Caravan & Holiday Home Show will take place at Glasgow's SEC from 4 to 7 February 2027. Around 200 exhibitors and up to 23,000 visitors are expected. A new brand identity with Scottish-inspired design has been unveiled for the anniversary. Children under 16 get free admission.