Tranquil Parks news April 2026

You could win a 3-night stay at beautiful Daisy Bank Caravan Park in our new monthly giveaway. This park, nestled in the Shropshire Hills, offers stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere with high quality, fully serviced gravel pitches and excellent facilities. The park is open throughout the year and the prize stay can be taken at any time this year (bank holidays are the only exception).

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Daisy Bank is run by a wonderful team, led by owners Mark and Nicky, who are celebrating 20 years since they moved to Daisy Bank this year! Watch out for special anniversary giveaways and promotions later this year.

Several Tranquil Parks have let us know about availability for the upcoming May bank holidays and peak summer periods. (This information was correct at the time of writing, but is likely to change.)

• York Naburn Lock Caravan Park near York is getting busy for the May bank holidays, so book soon if you’re thinking about it. (Top row photos show the park at Easter, which was fully booked.)
• Fields End Water Caravan Park, Lodges & Fishery near Doddington, Cambridgeshire (bottom left), still has some availability remaining for the early May bank holiday.
• Two Mills Touring Park in Norfolk reported that remaining availability for bank holidays and summer is filling quickly.
• Keal Lodge Caravan Park in Deeping St James, Lincolnshire, has limited pitches left for the May bank holidays.

Seasonal pitches at Hampshire Hills (dog free)

Hampshire Hills (formerly Two Hoots Caravan Park & Campsite) near Winchester has introduced new seasonal pitch options. The first taker has arrived, and it’s a biggie – a 30ft tourer with pop-out sides!

The seasonal pitches are suitable for touring caravans, 5th wheelers and similar, as well as road-legal and towable tiny homes, and are grass with access to drinking water taps, Elsan point and a guest toilet/shower and kitchen block. They’re located in a separate gated and fenced off area, which provides an extra layer of security.

York Naburn Lock Caravan Park now has a pizza van visiting every Friday.

Fields End Water 2026 team and new dog field opening soon

“We have a very strong and friendly team this year” says Charlie, owner of Fields End Water Caravan Park, Lodges & Fishery near Doddington in Cambridgeshire, who is shown here at the back. The front row from L-R are: Mike, Lian, Linda and Dave.

Following the main facilities revamp this year, the large new dog exercise field with agility equipment, which will be bookable, is due to open in May.

Also worth noting: no price rises on drinks at the onsite bar!

Grooby’s Pit supports ‘Bins for Boys’ initiative

Grooby’s Pit near Skegness in Lincolnshire is the latest Tranquil Park to install bins in Men’s toilets. As a result of the national conversation about male health issues, the park has placed discreet bins in all the men’s toilets. Awareness is growing that some men need to wear pads, pouches, stomas, catheters and colostomy or ileostomy bags, “It’s something we hadn’t thought about before until we saw the campaign on TV” said park owner Tracy.

Events coming up near Hallsdown Farm Touring Park (dog free) in North Devon next month:

3 May Join in with Jack in the Green May Day festivities – Mustering from 10.45am in Wilder Road Car Park processing through the town to the  Clapping Circle where they dance the May Pole, then ‘Jack’ will be stripped of his leafy  coverings to welcome the Spirit of Summer.  Everyone is welcome to join or watch the May Day parade – just turn up and if possible  wear something green. 

9 & 10 May Ilfracombe Art Trail – An independent collaboration of artists, makers and galleries all located in Ilfracombe,  mostly within a 20 minute walk of the High Street, the Art Trail lets you choose your own route and discover something new at every stop. Follow the trail wandering through  Ilfracombe’s Victorian streets enjoying the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that makes the  event so special. The town’s independent Artisan cafés and eateries are perfect for a  break between stops. More at https://artilfracombe.co.uk

Red Kite Touring Park in Powys will hold its annual Charity May BBQ on 9 May with live entertainment and a raffle, raising funds for the Welsh Air Ambulance (2 night minimum stay).

Two Mills Touring Park in Norfolk has released its May calendar of events in the local area which you can see online or in reception. These include the Yee-Haw Country Music Festival at the Norfolk Showground in Norwich on 3 May, The Cromer Crab & Lobster Festival 15-17 May, plus many more smaller local events.

Close to Yr Helyg / The Willows Caravan & Camping Park on the Llyn Peninsula in North Wales, the annual RNLI Duck Race and Fun Day takes place in Abersoch on 3 May, The ROC WALES major triathlon starts in Abersoch on 9 May – always a great atmosphere in the area. The local art gallery, Plas Glyn-y-Wddw, is holding art workshops until 25 April, exhibitions until early May and performances during the summer.

Spring has truly arrived!

How lovely it is to see the parks coming into bloom. Top row: bulbs and blossoms at Yr Helyg / The Willow Caravan & Camping Park near Abersoch, North Wales. Bottom row: the cherry tree outside Bath Chew Valley Caravan Park‘s facilities building and one of the amazing sunsets over Chew Valley Lake’s western shore from the Grebe Trail, a recreational path around 15 minutes’ walk from the park’s entrance.

Yr Helyg / The Willows hosts Ultra marathon participants

Yr Helyg / The Willows had 9 participants in the annual SHE Ultra staying on site (shown here). The SHE Ultra is the world’s largest all-female 50km ultra marathon and walking event, which is held on the Llŷn Peninsula each year to raise money for women’s cancer charities.

Well done to all the participants and congratulations on such an amazing achievement.