The 7 cheapest caravan sites for a week's family holiday – including gorgeous beach stay from £11 a night
SUMMER is now in full swing, and there are plenty of budget friendly ways to enjoy holidays in the sun.
Camping and caravaning may not sound as glamorous as jetting off on a long haul flight, but its a great way to see the beautiful British countryside, at a purse friendly price.
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And with the Met Office predicting that this summer is set to be a scorcher, there's no need to leave to the British Isles to get your fix of Vitamin D.
The Caravan and Motorhome Club has provided a list of their seven best campsites, where members can stay for £16.50 or less per night.
Aberbran Club Campsite
Aberbran Club Campsite is the perfect retreat for nature lovers, and is ideally location in the Brecon Beacons national park in Wales.
The dog friendly site is a renovated old railway station and promises a "no nonsense, simple and relaxing holiday".
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Reviewers have flooded the site with positive reviews, with one person calling it an "oasis of peace", and another commenting that they enjoyed it so much they stayed for an extra week.
A caravan or motorhome pitch costs from £15.50 per night for one adult or £21 per night for two adults, for caravan club members.
For non-members, one adult costs £29.80 per night and two adults cost £35.30.
Children under five are free, whilst kids from five to 17 costs just £1, regardless of whether their parents are members.
For a family of four (two adults and two children over five) seven days at the site will cost you from £161.
Altnaharra Club Campsite
Altnaharra Club Campsite, located in the Scottish Highlands is a haven for birdwatchers, anglers and walkers, keen to immerse themselves in unspoilt nature.
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The 24 caravan site is 20 miles away from the nearest shop so its perfect for those wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
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One caravan lover said that the staff treated them "as friends", whilst another commented that on a clear day, the night sky is "amazing".
The price for a touring pitch for one adult is just £13.80 a night, and £19.30 for two adults.
Non-members can enjoy the campsite for £28.80 for one adult, or £34.30 for two adults.
Like the other sites listed, children under five are free, whilst kids from five to 17 costs just £1, regardless of whether their parents are members.
The annual fee for a family to join the Caravan and Motorhome Club is typically £66.
This covers two adults, and any children under 18.
Unless you pay by direct debit there is an additional £10 joining fee and additional family members over 18 years old cost an extra £10.
Members get access to over 2,700 campsites in the UK and Europe, as well as discounts at club campsites
A family of four can spend a week at the site for just £149.
Bourton-on-the-Water Club Campsite
Bourton-on-the-Water Club Campsite is nestled within the gorgeous Cotswolds, graded as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
It's just five miles from the quaint village of Bourton-on-the-water, which is filled with chocolate box cottages and idyllic cafes.
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One member said that the site is perfect for dog walks, whilst another was delighted by its proximity to many Cotswolds villages.
Member prices start from £15.50 for one adult and £22 for two adults.
Non-members can pitch up for £30.50 for one adult and £37 for two adults.
As with the other sites, under fives are free, and five to 17 year olds stay for £1.
For a family of four to spend a week on the campsite, it will cost as little as £161.
Clachan Club Campsite
Clachan Club Campsite, situated in Stirling, Scotland, is tucked away in a glorious woodland, filled with wildlife and stunning wildflowers.
The site is made for hiking fans, as it a located amongst the glens, mountains and lochs of the central highlands.
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One reviewer raved about the efficiency of the site's efficient automated check in, whilst another was extremely impressed by the cleanliness of the facilities.
Prices start from just £11 for one adult and £22 for two adults for members, whilst non-members can pitch up for £26 for one adult and £37 for two adults.
As with the above sites, kids under five are free and five to 17 year olds cost £1.
A family of four can stay at the pitch for a week for as little as £168.
Ilminster Club Campsite
Ilminster Club Campsite in Chard, Somerset is a great base to explore the natural beauty of Devon, Dorset and Somerset.
Lyme Regis is just a stone's throw away from the site, and bird watchers will love the nature reserve at Chard Resevoir.
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One caravan user loved the site so much she stayed there for three months, whilst another remarked that the park is perfectly situated off the A303.
Pitches start from £15.50 for members and £30.50 for non members, with the same prices applying for children as with the other sites.
A family of four can stay at the pitch for a week for as little as £168.
Plymouth Sound Club Campsite
Plymouth Sound Club Campsite in Devon offers stunning sea views, and is perfectly located close to an abundance of stunning beaches.
Situated near to the bustling city of Plymouth, caravan lovers can enjoy a visit to The National Marine Aquarium and the historic dockyard.
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One customer was delighted by the caravan site's proximity to pubs, shops and public transport, whilst another marvelled that the site is extremely spacious, and packed with wildflowers.
Pitches start from £11 for members and £26 for for non-members, and the same prices apply to kids as with the other site mentioned above.
A family of four can stay at the pitch for a week for as little as £168.
Slinfold Club Campsite
Slinfold Club Campsite, in Horsham, West Sussex is a hidden gem nestled at the end of a country lane.
The nearby village of Slinfold hosts fete and flower festivals, with visitors treated to warm welcomes from locals.
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One caravan owner marvelled at the campsites easy access to the Downs Link Pathway, which is perfect for cycling and dog walking, whilst another said that staff were eager to help them set up.
This campsite is only open to members and is priced at £15.50 per night for one adult, or £21 per night for two adults.
A family of four can enjoy a week's stay from just £161.
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