New and looking for advice

Ricster replied on 05/03/2017 18:12

Posted on 05/03/2017 18:12

Hi all, we have only had our caravan for two months and already love it. kiss Based in Bristol, we have had two trips, one to Salisbury and one to Romsey. I have to say, using the A36 has been a forgiving experience so far. I want to venture into Cornwall this year but am unsure of the routes as I know some access around beautiful Cornwall can be pretty narrow. Have any of you experienced Caravaners any suggestions of Cornish sites with normal driving access, no Porlock Hills or narrow lanes please laughing

Cheers

Ricci

Tinwheeler replied on 08/03/2017 22:58

Posted on 06/03/2017 10:22 by N1805

It greatly depends on which area of Cornwall you wish to visit. There is a site at Carnon Downs [Truro area] which would give you the option to explore/check out other sites around there by car only.  Can’t comment on their facilities as I have not been.  Good luck in your research.  

Posted on 08/03/2017 22:58

It's not bad, as I remember, but there are better and quieter locations.

brue replied on 09/03/2017 08:37

Posted on 09/03/2017 08:37

Carnon Downs is a good site for easy access and it's a very pleasant site but there'e a lot of road noise. We've used it because it's open all year and we've been there in the winter a few times. To enjoy getting nearer to the coast  or some quieter rural spots it's worth attempting some narrower roads. smile

KeefySher replied on 09/03/2017 11:45

Posted on 09/03/2017 11:45

If you live in Bristol and have managed to get out to Romsey and Salisbury, I would say you are well on your way to Cornwall. Did you tow through Bath or go via Norton St Phillip on the back road?

Our fist tow of our big heavy caravan, combined with a vehicle not driven before was to Watergate Bay via Exeter Racecourse camc site, then onto Trewethett Farm,  and then home.

Take it easy, what is behind doesn't matter just go at a comfortable pace. Time your arrival off the peak race to the gate at 12 or 1 on a camc site, and before people are returning to their accommodations from days out. Use google maps street view to drive the route.

You are on holiday it's not a race, but most of all enjoy the journey, it's and adventure.

Ricster replied on 12/03/2017 20:12

Posted on 09/03/2017 11:45 by KeefySher

If you live in Bristol and have managed to get out to Romsey and Salisbury, I would say you are well on your way to Cornwall. Did you tow through Bath or go via Norton St Phillip on the back road?

Our fist tow of our big heavy caravan, combined with a vehicle not driven before was to Watergate Bay via Exeter Racecourse camc site, then onto Trewethett Farm,  and then home.

Take it easy, what is behind doesn't matter just go at a comfortable pace. Time your arrival off the peak race to the gate at 12 or 1 on a camc site, and before people are returning to their accommodations from days out. Use google maps street view to drive the route.

You are on holiday it's not a race, but most of all enjoy the journey, it's and adventure.

Posted on 12/03/2017 20:12

Thank you for the advice. Being new to towing I am just a little concerned about some areas being more suited to those with more experience, but I am enjoying the experience at a whole. We left from outside Bradford upon Avon more or less then straight onto the A36 so to be honest, not so bad for my first times out!! but I am keen to get down to the Exmoors, Devon, Cornwall etc.

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