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Daily Mirror
19-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
UK's very own 'little Venice' with clear waterways perfect for sunny summer days
There's no better way to discover a historic city than by drifting along its picturesque waterways in a traditional punt. And with the current warm and sunny weather, it's the perfect time to take to the waters in Kent. In Canterbury, a canal tour on the River Stour brings the city's rich history to life. Simply step aboard, sit back, and let the tranquil surroundings wash over you. As you glide along, your knowledgeable guide will regale you with tales of the area's highlights and lowlights, pointing out landmarks like historic bridges, old weaver's houses, theatres, monasteries, and secluded orchards. You'll also hear stories of a ill-fated priest who met a grisly end, a mill that went up in flames, and even catch a glimpse of a replica dunking chair - so be sure to behave yourself. One visitor raved about the experience, describing "crystal clear waters, beautiful buildings, plants and a really unique view passing under bridges and streets," reports Kent Live. The river ride lasts around 40-45 minutes. Canterbury Punting Company, a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award winner for 2024, uses traditional handcrafted wooden boats and employs local historians. With their extensive knowledge and punting skills, they're sure to charm you as you explore the city's waterways. Canterbury Punting Company boasts an impressive 4.8-star rating from a whopping 1,388 Tripadvisor reviews. A recent review this month raved: "What a fantastic experience and led by a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide/punter - not sure what correct terminology is - by the name of Freddy." The reviewer continued: "He kept us thoroughly entertained with his tales of yonder whilst on the history boat ride. It was a lovely experience and so relaxing and informative. Can't wait to try the nature tour next." They also added: "I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to do something a bit different and to see Canterbury from the River Stour." Another glowing review from May shared: "Sebastian was a very talented storyteller and informed us of the magical world that is Canterbury. "The tour was relaxing and enjoyable, and my family thoroughly enjoyed it. I highly recommend this to any family who wants a day out relaxing on the river."
Scotsman
11-05-2025
- Scotsman
Family-run Edinburgh Holiday Park receives Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award 2025
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now A family-run caravan park located just outside Edinburgh has been awarded a 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award – an award that recognises travellers' favourite destinations from around the world. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Linwater Caravan Park has been awarded a 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award | Linwater Caravan Park Linwater Caravan Park, located on the border of Edinburgh and West Lothian, received the award after gaining consistently high guest reviews on the travel platform over the past 12 months. It comes after the award-winning site was names the best caravan park in the country at the at the Scottish Hospitality Awards last year. Linwater Caravan Park co-owner Katie Guinan said: 'We are absolutely delighted to receive the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award for 2025. This recognition means so much to us as a small, family-run business, and it's a real credit to the hardworking and dedicated team we have here. We pour our hearts into this place, and it's incredibly rewarding to know our guests value what we do.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Katie and Alastair Guinan are owners of Linwater Caravan Park | Linwater Caravan Park The caravan park's latest traveller's choice award places it in the top 10 per cent of accommodation providers worldwide, making it a top-tier destination for campers, caravanners and holidaymakers. Linwater has been a family run business since it opened 27 years ago, and is currently investing £200,000 in a new static caravan terrace development in time for summer. The new development will introduce two new luxury lodges and six new static caravans with views over ancient woodland and the surrounding hills. Katie added: 'Since opening our doors in 1998, we've remained committed to offering welcoming, high-quality facilities, and peaceful surroundings for our guests. Whether visitors are pitching up on our touring site, enjoying a self-catering stay, or planning to stay in our luxurious lodges, our aim is always the same - to help people make happy holiday memories in comfort and tranquillity.'
Edinburgh Live
09-05-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh caravan park named among the best hospitality businesses in the world
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A popular family-run holiday park in Edinburgh has received global recognition after it received consistent glowing reviews from their customers . Linwater Caravan Park in Newbridge was named a 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award winner, placing the park among the top 10 per cent of hospitality businesses in the world, reports The Daily Record. This impressive award was given to the site after they achieved consistently high guest reviews received over the past 12 months. Established in 1998 by the Guinan family, the Edinburgh holiday park offers spacious touring and camping pitches, self-catering static caravans and luxury lodges, all in a tranquil setting with easy access to the capital and nearby country walks. To mark the occasion, Linwater bosses have announced a £200,000 investment in a new static caravan terrace, set for completion in summer 2025. The project is transforming a previously unused corner of the site into what's being described as a 'stunning accommodation space', featuring two new luxury lodges and six brand new static caravans. Katie Guinan, owner of Linwater Caravan Park, said: 'We are absolutely delighted to receive the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award for 2025. 'This recognition means so much to us as a small, family-run business, and it's a real credit to the hardworking and dedicated team we have here. We pour our hearts into this place, and it's incredibly rewarding to know our guests value what we do. 'Since opening our doors in 1998, we've remained committed to offering a warm welcome, high-quality facilities, and peaceful surroundings for our guests. "Whether visitors are pitching up on our touring site, enjoying a self-catering stay, or planning to stay in our luxurious lodges, our aim is always the same, to help people make happy holiday memories in comfort and tranquillity.' (Image: Linwater Caravan Park) The park currently holds an impressive 4.8 rating on Tripadvisor, with recent reviews praising the peaceful location, spotless facilities, and thoughtful amenities. One reviewer shared: 'The caravan park is in a quiet location (there's some aircraft noise but no busy roads nearby). We stayed for a week in one of the self-catering lodges. The lodge was clean, comfortable and well equipped, a proper home from home. This is the second time we've stayed here and will definitely book again.' They added that Edinburgh was easily accessible by park and ride just a few minutes away, and recommended a visit to the nearby Jupiter Artland. Another guest who stayed with their touring caravan praised the calm atmosphere and facilities, writing: 'It was pretty quiet, people respecting the noise restriction times. "The shower block was spotless when we arrived… only one negative about the site itself and that is the shower timer, water stays on for about 30 seconds so you have to be quick or have a shower buddy with you! "Other than that, I'd give the site 5 stars. The amenities were amazing, the fact they supply a kitchen with a microwave is something we've not come across before and is perfect for those in tents.' They also highlighted the park's location as ideal for visiting landmarks like The Kelpies, the Falkirk Wheel and the Forth Bridge. Another review, from a campervan guest, added: 'We loved it and would absolutely come back. Beautiful shower facilities! The shared kitchen (also beautiful) had so much information about how to get into Edinburgh and local takeaways. 100 per cent would recommend. We drove to the tram stop (Islington?) and got the tram into the city from there, free parking and super easy.'
The National
09-05-2025
- Business
- The National
Family-run Scottish holiday park ranked among best in the world
Linwater Caravan Park in the village of Newbridge, 12 miles west of the Scottish capital, was named in this year's Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards – with the accolade given based on consistently high reviews on the travel site. The family firm, which was founded in 1998 by the Guinan family, was listed among the top 10% of hospitality businesses worldwide. Open all year round, the holiday park offers holidaymakers pitches for caravans, motorhomes, campervans, and tents, alongside a range of self-catering holiday lodges and static caravans. READ MORE: Gillian Mackay launches Scottish Greens leadership bid The site also boasts a fully equipped camper's kitchen, an onsite shop, a dog walking area and a playpark. Katie Guinan, owner of Linwater Caravan Park, welcomed the award saying it is 'incredibly rewarding' knowing guests enjoy their stay at the site. She said: 'We are absolutely delighted to receive the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award for 2025. 'This recognition means so much to us as a small, family-run business, and it's a real credit to the hardworking and dedicated team we have here. 'We pour our hearts into this place, and it's incredibly rewarding to know our guests value what we do. 'Since opening our doors in 1998, we've remained committed to offering a warm welcome, high-quality facilities, and peaceful surroundings for our guests. 'Whether visitors are pitching up on our touring site, enjoying a self-catering stay, or planning to stay in our luxurious lodges, our aim is always the same - to help people make happy holiday memories in comfort and tranquillity.' The park announced it is set to unveil a new static caravan terrace after pouring £200,000 into the project. The family said it will transform a previously unused area into a 'stunning accommodation space,' featuring two new luxury lodges and six brand-new static caravans.
Daily Record
09-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Scottish caravan park named among the best hospitality businesses in the world
The park has earned a 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award, placing it in the global top 10 per cent thanks to a year of glowing guest reviews A popular family-run holiday park near Edinburgh is celebrating global recognition and a major new development as it heads into what could be its most exciting year yet. Linwater Caravan Park, nestled in peaceful countryside near the capital, has been named a 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award winner. This impressive gong places the site among the top 10 per cent of hospitality businesses worldwide. The accolade is based on consistently glowing guest reviews received over the past 12 months. Established in 1998 by the Guinan family, the park offers a mix of spacious touring and camping pitches, self-catering static caravans and luxury lodges, all in a tranquil setting with easy access to the capital and nearby country walks. To mark the occasion, Linwater has also announced a £200,000 investment in a new static caravan terrace, set for completion in summer 2025. The project is transforming a previously unused corner of the site into what's being described as a 'stunning accommodation space', featuring two new luxury lodges and six brand new static caravans. Katie Guinan, owner of Linwater Caravan Park, said: 'We are absolutely delighted to receive the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award for 2025. 'This recognition means so much to us as a small, family-run business, and it's a real credit to the hardworking and dedicated team we have here. We pour our hearts into this place, and it's incredibly rewarding to know our guests value what we do. 'Since opening our doors in 1998, we've remained committed to offering a warm welcome, high-quality facilities, and peaceful surroundings for our guests. "Whether visitors are pitching up on our touring site, enjoying a self-catering stay, or planning to stay in our luxurious lodges, our aim is always the same, to help people make happy holiday memories in comfort and tranquillity.' The park currently holds an impressive 4.8 rating on Tripadvisor, with recent reviews praising the peaceful location, spotless facilities, and thoughtful amenities. One reviewer shared: 'The caravan park is in a quiet location (there's some aircraft noise but no busy roads nearby). We stayed for a week in one of the self-catering lodges. The lodge was clean, comfortable and well equipped, a proper home from home. This is the second time we've stayed here and will definitely book again.' They added that Edinburgh was easily accessible by park and ride just a few minutes away, and recommended a visit to the nearby Jupiter Artland. Another guest who stayed with their touring caravan praised the calm atmosphere and facilities, writing: 'It was pretty quiet, people respecting the noise restriction times. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. "The shower block was spotless when we arrived… only one negative about the site itself and that is the shower timer, water stays on for about 30 seconds so you have to be quick or have a shower buddy with you! "Other than that, I'd give the site 5 stars. The amenities were amazing, the fact they supply a kitchen with a microwave is something we've not come across before and is perfect for those in tents.' They also highlighted the park's location as ideal for visiting landmarks like The Kelpies, the Falkirk Wheel and the Forth Bridge. Another review, from a campervan guest, added: 'We loved it and would absolutely come back. Beautiful shower facilities! The shared kitchen (also beautiful) had so much information about how to get into Edinburgh and local takeaways. 100 per cent would recommend. We drove to the tram stop (Islington?) and got the tram into the city from there, free parking and super easy.'
