Campervan beauty spot ban on motorhomes 'short-sighted'

A self-described tent-phobe changed their view on glamping after a stay at Deer's Glade. The review highlights amenities including a hot tub, fluffy robes, and a proper mattress.

One of Wales' oldest campsites, Dan Yr Ogof in the Brecon Beacons, will become adults-only from 14 September. The owners refuse to collect the visitor levy of up to £1.56 per night for infants and children, calling it a 'baby tax'.

Motorhome Dealer Group (MDG) has completed the refurbishment of a new branch in Wimborne, Dorset, on the site of a former caravan sales centre that operated for over 30 years. The £20 million funding was provided by NatWest after the group switched from Lloyds.

South Cambridgeshire District Council has obtained a year-long extension from the High Court to an injunction under Section 187B of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 against unauthorised development on land west of Moor Drove, Histon. The interim injunction was initially granted on 24 May after reports of unauthorised activity. At the time of service, five caravans were on site; there are now 17. The court ordered that all but the initial five caravans must be removed.

John McIntosh from Falkirk bought a 1977 Airstream Argosy motorhome decorated with images of Scottish footballers, including Archie Gemmill, Graeme Souness, and Scott McTominay. Instead of traveling to the World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, he decided to tour Scotland to meet former colleagues and fans. McIntosh cited a lack of understanding of soccer in the US as the reason for not attending the tournament.

An unauthorized encampment was discovered by residents on Hilly Fields Nature Reserve in Colchester this morning, raising concerns about public safety and land use. The number of caravans on site is currently unclear. The incident has been reported to Essex Police; unauthorized stay on land can result in a fine of up to £2,500 or up to three months in prison.