Shrewsbury caravan dealer Salop Leisure reports increase in demand from staycationing boost
Booming caravan and motorhome sales are being fuelled by the growing popularity of staycationing, Shropshire caravan dealer Salop Leisure says.
The Emstrey company says nearly 19,000 people attended its annual West Midlands Caravan and Motorhome Spring Show in Shrewsbury last month, which was an 18 per cent increase on last year.
Sales across the business have increased by between 15 and 20 per cent in the year to date.
The company’s sister business, Love Plants has increased turnover by 30 per cent cent in the first five months of 2017.
“We are attracting a mixture of existing owners and first time buyers, which is very pleasing,” said chairman Tony Bywater.
“The first-time buyers are mainly for touring caravans and motorhomes because they love the idea of staycationing.
“Some people still want to go abroad on holiday for a week or fortnight every year, but also want to make the most of their leisure time by owning a caravan holiday home, touring caravan, motorhome or campervan.
“Whether they are working or retired, their leisure time is becoming more important to their health and wellbeing. That’s why caravans and motorhomes are so popular: they offer the freedom to enjoy a break in different locations whether it’s for a week or a couple of days."
Representatives from 20 quality holiday holiday home parks across Mid Wales and the Heart of England attended the show to help first time buyers find the ideal location for their holiday home or luxury lodge.
