Top trips to take in 2020
13/01/2020
Photo of Mam Tor, Peak District, taken by member Kenneth Davies
Whether you're looking for adventure or a quiet weekend away for two, we can offer you campsites in locations across the UK and Ireland to suit your every need. We've selected our top trips to take in 2020 - which will you take?
The Wales Way
Snowdonia, Wales
Tipped to be as popular as the North Coast 500, Visit Wales has curated three new national routes for you to explore the heart of Wales. Choose from The Coastal Way, The Cambrian Way or The North Wales Way. Each route is different, showcasing the very best of the Welsh countryside.
North Coast 500
Inverness Castle, Scotland
Created in 2014, this route officially starts and ends in Inverness and is a circular trip which follows 500 miles along the coastal edges of the North Highlands, taking in the villages and towns of places like Ullapool, Durness, John O'Groats and Dornoch. Travel in April, early May and mid-September for the best weather and views.
Explore our North Coast 500 suggested route.
Land’s End and Lizard Peninsular, Cornwall
Iconic sign at Land's End, Cornwall
Two of Cornwall’s most famous landmarks are a must for your touring holiday in 2018. First up, the UK’s most south-westerly point Land’s End is a fantastic place for nature lovers with reported sightings of gannets, grey seals, basking sharks and even dolphins in and around the high cliff. Enjoy a walk around the cliff top and stop to have your picture taken at the famous signpost.
Drive east and you’ll discover Lizard Peninsular which is designated an area of scientific interest and is home to one of the world’s best beaches - Kynance Cove, exotic subtropical plants, rugged caves and exquisite bays.
Stay at: Trevedra Farm (Open Apr - Nov) or Marazion Club Site (Open Mar - Sep)
Stanage Edge, Peak District
Stanage Edge, Peak District
Popular with hikers, this flat top mountain in the Peak District is the UK’s answer to Table Mountain. Four miles of cliff make up Stanage Edge - the perfect place for long walks and amazing views. Stop off at the village of Hathersage and walk in the footsteps of Jane Eyre or visit St Michael and All Angels' Church - a must for Robin Hood fans.
Stay at: Castleton Club Site (50% off midweek stays, open all year)
North Yorkshire Moors National Park
View of the Milky Way from the North Yorkshire Moors National Park
The North Yorkshire Moors National Park offers something for everyone, from hiking up Roseberry Topping to surfing in Robin Hood’s Bay or strolling around Hutton le Hole and riding the steam train on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway.
The park also has three dark sky discovery sites, where the Milky Way is visible to the naked eye and up to 2,000 stars can be seen: Danby, Sutton Bank and the observatories in Dalby Forest. There are lots of activities taking place from 14 February - 1 March for the Dark Skies Festival, including stargazing, wildlife and ghost walks and starlight runs.
Stay at: The Howard Rosedale Abbey Club Site (Open Mar - Oct), North Yorkshire Moors Club Site (Open Mar - Nov), or Scarborough West Ayton Club Site (Open Mar - Sep)
Walk the Cotswolds Way
Cotswolds countryside in the summer
Enjoy a relaxed way of life exploring the beautiful Cotswolds villages. The pretty buildings are built from the warm, golden Cotswold stone giving them their unique charm and are set in lush green river valleys. Walk The Cotswolds Way National Trail or enjoy some of the great pubs recommended by our members including The Swan or Crown and Trumpet in Broadway or The Black Bear Inn near Moreton in Marsh.
The Steam Railway in Broadway reopens on 7 March 2020.
Stay at:
Bourton-on-the-Water Club Site (Open Mar - Oct), Broadway Club Site (Open all year), Burford Club Site (Open Mar - Nov), Cheltenham Racecourse Club Site (Open Apr - Oct), Cirencester Park Club Site (Open Mar - Jan 2021) or Moreton-in-Marsh Club Site (Open all year).
