Screaming children, wails and cries, bleary-eyed parents – these are all familiar sights and sounds of the campsite.  Of course, campsites can be a haven for children, and their energy and high spirits can be a fantastically welcome addition to many locations.  However, from time to time, perhaps holidaymakers might prefer a little peace and quiet, and this is where Adults Only Caravan Campsites can be of assistance.

Caravan sites for mature visitors only don’t aim to be exclusive or miserly about the holiday experience, but instead simply to put adults at the forefront.  There are some distinct advantages for the adult holiday-maker once young people are taken out of the picture, ranging from peace and quiet to being able to keep beautifully scenic gardens free from little feet.

Tranquil Touring Parks, opened eleven years ago in 1999, now provides 22 adult-only caravan parks in the UK.  Each park is individually owned, but all guarantee the 18+ standard, along with a Visit Britain Quality in Tourism rating – ensuring the quality of your stay will be high.  The sites are located all over the country, with particularly large numbers in the South West, and along the North East coastline

Chairman of the company, Tony Taylor, is passionate about the scheme.  He says proudly that “We’re the friendly club, who offer something for everyone”, and that despite the one age restriction “We operate an ‘open to all’ policy and do not single out any group of whatever age for special treatment”.

He claims that the idea for an adults only campsite came to him particularly after one section of flowerbeds were lovingly tended by one of his gardeners all year, before the children arrived and it became trampled and ruined.  Tony decided then that some things in life can only be properly enjoyed when the kids aren’t around, and so decided to put the age limit on his site.

Among some of the other great benefits found at these exclusive caravan sites are superb campsite facilities such as cafes, bars and luxury shower rooms.  Free from the threat of mistreatment, facilities are often provided to a higher standard than might normally be expected.

All this doesn’t just provide the adults with benefit, though.  Many of the campsites contain natural features which could be dangerous to young children.  Environments such as deep ponds or cliff edges nearby campsites can make for beautiful surroundings, but if kids are present then necessary signs, fences and protections are always an eyesore.  With adults only campsite, kids are kept completely safe from such dangers, and adults are left free to enjoy their beauties without the unwanted accompaniment of signage.

Some campsites have seen the advantages of this policy, but, unwilling to get rid of families altogether, have simply partitioned off a section of their campsite for adults only.  Whilst not solving all problems, this can provide a handy half-way-house for pleasing most.

If you are wondering why caravanning hasn’t provided the peaceful breaks away that you were searching for, perhaps adults only campsites are your answer.  And you needn’t feel miserly, because there are thousands of other campsites who are thrilled to welcome families every year.  It’s your holiday, so make sure it suits you.

If you chose to take your caravan adults-only, or family-friendly, it’s always advisable to get your Caravan Insurance sorted before you set off.

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