Camping Cabins Blog

Setting up a campsite requires careful planning and preparation to mitigate some of the safety hazards that are bound to occur. Not only do you need to comply with common health and safety measures by law, but also it ensures your customers feel safe and comfortable throughout their stay with you. We have put together a few tips that are vital to kick off your Glamp site in tip top shape (and health and safety approved!).

How many people out there want to go camping but hate the idea of putting up a tent or sleeping on the ground?

Enter camping cabins! These are great ways to get all the benefits of camping, such as spending time in nature and communing with the outdoors while still having more creature comforts than traditional camping.

Obtaining planning permission for new campsites can be a time-consuming job. There are lots of things to consider. At Camping Cabins, we have a wealth of knowledge on how to set up a new campsite and are ready to help.

Any number of hotels, restaurants and pubs will soon be capable of staging weddings following an overhaul of marriage legislation that has now been officially announced by Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond. 

He has called for the somewhat archaic rules on wedding venues – pretty much the same rules as were set down in the early 1800s – to be modernised. However, he has also been clear in his desire to ensure that the 'dignity' of marriage ceremonies needs to retained, meaning not every venue will be able to attain a licence.

Glamping is now hugely popular across the UK coast and countryside and covers a diverse range of accommodation to cater for holidaymakers of all kinds; from those seeking rest and relaxation, a family break or an adrenaline experience.

With relatively little capital investment required and healthy returns, glamping has become a popular choice for many landowners looking to diversify. This industry can be a lucrative investment opportunity and importantly, a sustainable one. However, there are a number of considerations to take into account before setting up a glamping site.

A 5-star TripAdvisor review, a return booking before your guest has even left your site, a glowing comment in your visitor book … for a campsite owner - manna from heaven. You have poured your heart and soul into the oasis of calm that you have created and it’s glorious when a guest loves it as much as you do - it’s why you take painstaking care to ensure that everything is perfect, that nothing is left to chance and that your visitors create memories that will last a lifetime.

Why Diversify?

In the relatively recent past, the role of the supermarket has evolved to dictating price and supply in the food and consumables market. This has led to a continual decline in the profitability of the traditional farming model.

Many Farmers and landowners are increasingly looking to diversify and invest in glamping to create a new revenue stream for their business.

So, what do Farmers and Landowners need to consider?

Camping & Glamping in the UK is on the rise as more people come to appreciate 'being at one with nature' and enjoying the great outdoors, especially on home soil; there's so many stunning & unique locations throughout the UK to visit. Choosing to build your campsite accommodation using timber will give your guests the natural experience they are hoping for whilst still providing them with the comfort and warmth the Glamping Industry expects. Timber is a natural material that has lots of advantages.

A recent study suggests that the UK does not have enough public toilets. Public Health Experts recommend having 2 female toilets for every male toilet in order to reduce queuing. 

Do gender specific toilet facilities work in the modern day for campsites and the leisure industry? We don't think so and here's why.

The UK's Outdoor Holiday Accommodation Sector is performing well with more Brits choosing to holiday in the UK than ever before. This trend sets to continue in 2019, with uncertainty surrounding Brexit.  In fact Canopy & Stars estimates a 15% increase in glamping bookings for breaks in the United Kingdom after Britain leaves the EU.