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Brambles is the only campsite to win two categories in this year’s CL awards. The adult-only campsite is perfect for those looking for beach, waterside or peaceful stays. It is owned by Eric and Sue Marchbanks, avid caravanners themselves, who are members of the Caravan and Motorhome Club and have travelled far and wide in their motorhome, as far as Czechoslovakia. The campsite offers scenic walkways among three ponds, trees and shrubs, perfect for dog walkers and offers plenty of wildlife for those who like to get close to nature, as tourers can expect to find red squirrels, rabbits and ravens.

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The island of Ynys Môn (Anglesey) is a stunning haven for wildlife with breathtaking scenery all around. Enjoy the many scenic beaches and nature reserves on the island, with the closest in Niwbwrch (Newborough), or discover “the castle never built” at Beaumaris. Just across the Menai Strait is the town of Caernarfon, home to Wales’ most famous castle. 

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The Courts campsite, owned by Paul and Collette Murphy, is set in the serene woodlands of Little Baddow and is great for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life. Tourers can access a multitude of forest rambles and embrace the local wildlife, head off on their bikes for an off-road adventure or visit the local dock for boat rides, canoeing and paddle boarding. Despite the area’s rural setting, Little Baddow is also close to several larger towns and cities, including Maldon and Chelmsford.

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Enjoy the great outdoors with a multitude of woodland walks and forest rambles on the site’s doorstep. Or head into Chelmsford, just a short drive from Little Baddow. The city is home to many great attractions, including the Chelmsford Cathedral, the Chelmsford Museum, and the Bond Street shopping district, including the Tiptree Tea Rooms.

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Drake House Farm is owned by Ann Chippendale and is located in a rural area just three miles from the market town of Clitheroe. The campsite is known for its gorgeous views, excellent dog walks and wildlife. The campsite has peaceful pitches, is an area of outstanding beauty, with its own woodland with stream.

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The Forest of Bowland, Stocks Reservoir, Easington Fell and the site’s own woodland with stream are nearby. The area boasts fantastic views, excellent dog walks from the site, amazing wildlife, and wonderful local country pubs for eating out. Explore the nearby Pendle Hill and learn more about the history of the area.

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Goodleigh Hill is situated in an ideal spot to explore South Worcestershire and the North Cotswolds. The campsite is known for its scenic views, dog walks and its convenient location to nearby local eateries and pubs and a short walk to the town of Pershore. Owners, Matthew and Emily Horton, have ensured the CL is peaceful and clean. It is convenient for those who want to explore the beautiful Malvern Hills and the Malvern Spring.

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The attractive Georgian town of Pershore has gardens stretching down to the River Avon and is famous for its independent shops. It’s not far to Stratford-Upon-Avon, Worcester and Cheltenham, or Croome Park with stunning gardens and parkland, just one of many gardens in the area which also boasts ancient woodland and riverside views.

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Firbank Park is set in the beautiful Royal Deeside within Cairngorms National Park, perfect for those who enjoy nature and tranquillity. The five-acre campsite has hardstanding pitches that are spaced out and each pitch offers an electric hook up and their own fresh water source. The campsite, owned by Archie and Justine Buchanan, is close to an abundance of walking trails, cycling tracks, and Munros (mountains at least 3,000 ft high) to climb. Additionally, fishing and horse riding are available on the nearby Glen Tanar Estate.

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Dinnet Oakwood, one of the oldest Oak woods in Scotland, runs behind the site, where red squirrels, roe deer, pine martens, badgers, kites and buzzards can all be spotted. The nearby village of Ballater has many shops which supply the nearby Royal estate at Balmoral; Archie and Justine’s favourite is Shorty’s Ice Cream Parlour who make all their delicious treats on-site.

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Birch Hill campsite is located in the beautiful lake-lands of Shropshire. The campsite, owned by Major Ian and Mrs J Kelly, was established over 40 years ago and over the years has received various awards. This is the first award for sustainability and has been recognised in this category for its extensive recycling facilities, use of renewable energy and water conservation, and participation in the Dark Skies Initiative, even providing telescopes for guests to try stargazing during their stay. The campsite is on one of the main Land’s End to John O’Groats cycle routes and Ellesmere is also a great spot for country walks, dog walking and bird watching.

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The local area is surrounded by hills and meres, and is a short distance from the Welsh border - on a clear day you can see nine counties. Chirk Castle, the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and the dramatic ruined Castell Dinas Brân are a short distance away, with the Ironbridge Gorge within an hour’s drive.

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