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One of the joys of spending your holidays in the UK is rediscovering all that our countryside and coastlines have to offer. But there’s more than scenery and summertime fun. There’s the rich pageant of history and tradition - especially at Christmas.
We have taken a look at a brief history of firework night, as well as some of the most exciting fireworks celebrations to visit in Norfolk, Suffolk, North Yorkshire, East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire; all close to our UK holiday parks.
There are so many reasons as to why people love the Yorkshire coast. It’s a place of history, scenery, and heritage. From the Tees to the Humber the coast in Yorkshire covers over a hundred miles of beaches and cliffs.
Beautiful, brilliant Bridlington really does represent all that’s best about the British seaside. A Yorkshire town on Britain’s lovely east coast, it’s a place of history, heritage and a whole lot of fun for a family holiday.
Great Yarmouth - it’s one of those places forever linked with holidays, good times, and happy memories. Take a look at just some of the reasons why Great Yarmouth is so…great!
These are the stories that have been around for centuries. Long before ‘Trick or Treat’ had made its way into UK life, some UK holiday home locations were already quite spooky enough.
Discover the history of Norfolk and visit these heritage sites when staying at your Norfolk holiday home.
What do we love to do on holiday? Have an ice cream of course. Wherever you have your own UK holiday home you’re never far from an ice cream - and you wouldn’t want to be.
When you can have the things that draw people from all over the world on your doorstep, why wouldn’t you want your own seaside holiday home here in the UK.
You don’t need to travel much, or very far, to be explorers. So lets check out 7 great places to explore in North Yorkshire when you own a static caravan.
Every day’s a school day right now. You could be home schooling some younger ones or increasing your own general knowledge with more reading and media intake than you ever did before life went a bit crazy. Here’s some homework on one of your favourite subjects - holidays! You may not be able to plan one just now but you can have some fun finding out how much you know about them…
Suffolk has such a rich and extensive history, visiting at least one of these important sites on your holiday will enrich your understanding of historic origin in the UK. Take a look at some of the treasured attractions on your next visit to the area.
We take a journey back in time to discover how merchants trading along the ancient Silk Roads laid the linguistic foundations for today’s luxury lodges. It’s a journey that takes in the development of the touring caravan and the very beginnings of the UK seaside holiday lodge. Join us on a trek from desert raiders to seaside rest and relaxation.
We’re still in love with the British seaside holiday. In some ways more so than ever. But, some of the traditions that were once thought essential to the break at the beach have begun to fade away…
We do love a stroll along the ‘prom’. It’s a love that’s enshrined in song after all and what’s a visit to a seaside resort without a walk along the pier? But how long have we been doing these things and why? Lets take a look at coastal piers & promenades on this seaside walk through history…
Watch our video on the Lincolnshire Wolds, find out some interesting facts and history about this area of outstanding natural beauty, discover Mablethorpe beach on the coast & find out about why there has been a resurgence in people investing in chalet holiday properties in Lincolnshire!
In the spirit of International Women’s Day, we take a look at multitude of influential women hailing from Norfolk. International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.
Watch our brand new video with writer and broadcaster Pete Goodrum who has written several books on the history of Norfolk and the Norfolk Broads! We take a look at the unusual inception and beginnings of this fabulous area of the UK and the popularity of visiting the Broads all year round as a holiday home and staycation destination!
Norwich Market has recently won a national award for ‘Best Large Outdoor Market’ in the Great British Market Awards 2019! Featuring a mix of independent young traders with a varied offering, including international cuisines and trendy fashion, we take a look a why you need to add Norwich Market and its 200+ brightly coloured stalls to your ‘must visit’ list when travelling to Norfolk.