Change it up!

Although a little of what you fancy always does you good, there’s no doubt that freshening up your destination choices with something new can also provide your touring holidays with a shot in the arm. If you’ve been a tad timid in your choices or are stuck in a rut, why not change it up?

That doesn’t mean you suddenly have to go off on an extended worldwide tour. It could be something as simple as swapping coast for countryside.

So many of us gravitate towards the sea that we sometimes forget the many fantastic inland campsites. Replace coastal strolls with woodland walks and mountain hikes. Here are a couple of super sites to inspire you:

Concierge Camping, West Sussex

With the advantage of being only a short drive from the coast if you just can’t keep away, Concierge’s position at the foot of the South Downs National Park makes it a winner for those looking to enjoy the gentle peaks of the South Downs Way.

Luxury is a byword at this fantastic site, which offers 27 fully serviced, hardstanding pitches, superb washrooms and a raft of onsite facilities.

www.concierge camping.co.uk

Cote Ghyll, North Yorkshire

This site – which features on the cover of this issue – is a superb base for exploring the North York Moors National Park and the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Cote Ghyll has much to offer on site, too, with five-star facilities, a very popular café and two play areas for the children.

The real pleasure, though, is the access to wonderful walking and cycling, including the trail at Cod Beck Reservoir, just down the lane.

coteghyll.com