Motorhome torched in Brynmawr, fire damages cars and woodland

Elddis, part of Erwin Hymer Group, has confirmed 217 redundancies after ceasing production at its Consett plant in County Durham. The move follows declining caravan registrations and rising demand for campervans and motorhomes in the UK. The company will retain a presence at Delves Lane, including the Elddis Experience Centre, and will design new campervan and motorhome ranges using Erwin Hymer Group's production network.

Gruinard Bay Caravan Park in Laide, Scotland, has applied to Highland Council to extend its operating season from seven to nine months, citing increased tourism along the North Coast 500. Owners Dale and Kristina Irving say the change would support local businesses and align with tourism strategies to reduce peak-season congestion.

Lynne Cole, 61, from the UK, took up hardstyle after her divorce and moved into a motorhome to attend music festivals. She shares dance videos on TikTok, amassing over 70,000 followers. Cole has been attending raves for about 10 years and has faced age-related criticism but continues to dance.

Campers in the Lake District face a fixed penalty notice after lighting a sizable fire on dry, peaty ground. The incident was discovered on Tuesday evening (August 4) during a joint patrol of Ullswater Valley by local authorities, police, fire services, and the National Trust. Evidence of environmental damage included uprooted flora and the fire itself. The fire was extinguished, and those responsible acknowledged their actions and will receive a penalty notice.

The Lake District National Park Authority (LDNPA) has unconditionally approved plans for a 60-day recreational campsite adjacent to Hillcroft Caravan Park in Pooley Bridge, Penrith. The decision was made on Wednesday, July 29. Access to the temporary campsite will be via the existing caravan park. The site will have no more than 40 pitches and will use only movable structures, with portable toilet/washing blocks and wastewater removed to the United Utilities Wastewater Treatment Works in Kendal. The campsite must operate in accordance with the submitted details, or it will lose permitted development rights.

Conwy Council proposes overnight motorhome ban on Abbey Road, one-way traffic on Trinity Avenue, and parking restrictions on dozens of streets. Objections due by 28 August 2026.