This summer it’s expected even more people will choose to stay in Isle of Wight caravan sites, attracted to the sandy beaches and natural beauty of the destination which has been a firm British favourite since the Victorian era. Many people look upon caravan holidays with an air of nostalgia, remembering fond childhood memories and hoping to replicate those sun-soaked days as adults. The cost of living crisis will probably affect numbers this year, particularly in some of the larger holiday parks, owned by the likes of Haven, Parkdean Resorts and Park Holidays UK, which are reliant on getting lots of people through the gates. Caravan holidays were popular in Britain by the 1900s, when so-called “gypsy gentlemen” would have caravans transported by train to their holiday destination of choice. And even that cost is defrayed in part immediately as a portion of the cost of a normal hotel style holiday.
This is of particular importance in hotel bars and restaurants, where spilled food, drinks and broken glass will need to be immediately cleared up. You will find definitely something for everybody, partners, family members, and friends alike. Along this unique stretch of coastline you will find six very special beaches. With over 36 miles of clean, sandy beaches, you are bound to find just what you’re looking for on the Tendring coastline. Our seafront and nature wardens are kept busy looking after all of our beaches. The state of the economy has improved slightly but times are still tough with many people still tightening their belts and with potential strike action from some airlines the thought of going abroad this year is looking uncertain for many. Even people without cars could do this. There are café’s & snack bars abound and there is even a top quality restaurant set in an Ove Arup designed circular building called the Labworth Café, alternatively the Concord café snack bar is set right on the beach itself. We can also boast three blue flags and six quality coast awards. Three Shells is a unique, small, family beach with all facilities close by and near to the Town Centre.
All three Sterling ranges offer a unique Scandinavian appeal thanks to a combination of light woodwork and modern toning fabrics. Modern recipes for wassail use hot apple cider simmered with spices and sweetened with honey. The Marine Parade section of the beach is very popular with families and has cafés, restaurants, beach goods shops; amusements and car parking close by. This quiet and sheltered sandy beach is ideal for families and for a great relaxing day out. With worries about the country going into recession yet again, plus the awful foreign exchange rates that never seem to improve, scores of families and couples are choosing to holiday in the British Isles rather than jet off to sunnier shores. When you thank about buying timeshare in Malta, be aware that the inclusion to the British empire created itself as hub of of trade and commerce, which in recent years has lurred in a host of holiday makers – nearly 1.2 million a year, considerably large than the populace of the island. Wreaths were first created when holly and other evergreens were arranged in a circular shape, a shape with no beginning or end, and therefore, synonymous with eternity. Southend’s fantastic new beach opened in July 2002. Jubilee Beach was created from the construction of the improved flood defences, and stretches from Southend Pier to Thorpe Bay.
The Times newspaper recently placed Canvey beach in their top ten great British attractions. Come to Canvey seafront to enjoy the sun, have family fun or just watch the world go by or the large boats on the river – it really is a great British day out! Southend on Sea has seven miles of sparkling seafront spanning from Shoeburyness to Leigh on Sea. Known as the ‘Queen of Hills’, it is located at an altitude of 2200m above sea level. Gently shelving beaches provide an ideal location for a day by the sea. One thing Essex certainly isn’t short of is beaches. All this and yet just an hour from Fenchurch Street station in London via a short bus hop and short walk. Try the Train from Fenchurch Street station in London and a short bus hop right to the bandstand at the beach. Picnics and paddling are always a favourite at this beach.