The April Show is an event held by Surf Bay Leisure between the 10th and 12th of April. This event is the caravan and lodge show, we host this event to allow people that are due an upgrade or wish to make their first purchase have a look around and ask questions in a stress-free environment.
Individuals are given the opportunity to not only look and ask about caravans but also speak to park owners. This allows buyers to make an informed choice around the lifestyle they will lead for the next 10 -15 years.
Wednesday:
Wednesday was horribly affected by the weather with strong winds and heavy rain leading to a much slower day. Some people did still filter through though and many pasties were consumed with some people sticking their heads in some of the caravans. Reps from Atlas, ABI and Swift were also here helping people understand their product.
The other major highlight of the day was the Camper Coffee van that was stationed outside. This was main reason people headed into the wind for a delicious cup of complimentary coffee.
Thursday:
Thursday the weather had eased off slightly leading to more footfall throughout the day, well it was either the nicer weather or the fact that Jonesy’s had provided a hog roast that was also complimentary to the guests. The standout Caravans for Thursday were the Swift Toronto Lodge, ABI Hamilton, Swift Bordeaux, and the ABI Ambleside.
The ABI and Swift reps also came back for Thursday to help meet and greet potential customers and offer tours of the statics they represented.
Friday:
Friday the sun had finally awoken from its slumber and the wind had all gone, the temperature was a solid 16 degrees, and we had our busiest day of the week. People came in to view caravans, try the delicious free coffee and the lovely pulled pork sandwiches. Again, like Thursday the standout statics were the Swift Toronto Lodge, ABI Hamilton, Swift Bordeaux, and ABI Ambleside. These statics are all very solid options and offer similar style and flexibility but at different price points.
Friday also saw some private land people down to look at the second-hand yard and the star of the second hands was the pathfinder custom.
If you would like to come to one of our brilliant shows, then follow the link below. Our next show will be held in October, and you will get the opportunity to see all the latest and greatest as the 2025 static caravans are released for you to purchase. Once again the three reps from our manufacturers will be on hand along with our staff team to aid you in finding that new or next home away from home. - Surf Bay Leisure Show Dates for Viewing Caravans at Shows
We would also like to give a massive thank you to Jonesys-Catering for supplying us with amazing food and Camper Coffee for keeping us caffeinated for the show days. If you would like to book these guys or want to know were you can grab some food or drink from them then links to their pages will be below.
Jonesys - Hog Roasts, Catering Trailer and BBQ menus. Catering in Devon (jonesys-catering.co.uk)
In the 1920’s Britain saw the rise of the touring caravan, designed to be towed along by the motor car. This was brilliant as it meant holidays around the country were now more accessible to the average family. This innovation led to the idea of caravans being left on a particular site for longer periods of time, so people didn’t have to keep dragging this heavy, unaerodynamic trailer around with them whenever they went on holiday.
Individuals are given the opportunity to not only look and ask about caravans but also speak to park owners. This allows buyers to make an informed choice around the lifestyle they will lead for the next 10 -15 years.
The lifespan of a Static Caravan can vary, however, like with most things if it is looked after and properly maintained then you could expect the static caravan to reach up to 30 or more years on private land. Parks will generally ask for it to be upgraded around the 15-year mark to keep the park looking appealing and safe.
What is the ideal location? This varies from person to person, but it is important to consider what makes a holiday special to you, is it being near stunning coastlines like you might find in Tintagel or would you prefer to be surrounded by the countryside like you might find near Winkleigh. Luckily if you enjoy both these things then the Southwest has it covered. The sea and countryside are never more than a 30-minute drive away from each other.
If you enjoy the wonders of the natural world then this is the blog for you! Lets explore the weird and wonderful things that you could encounter beneath the picturesque waves this summer.