Scottish Caravans & Motorhomes

‘I was 15, and my brother Graham was
nine. It was just brilliant, one of the best family
holidays we ever had. The tent was tiny, but we
slept outside because it was so warm and went
to the beach all day.’
As everyone who spends much time in
a tent knows well, however, the sun doesn’t
Lorraine’sshowisoneveryweekdayat8:30am
always shine on the campsite. ‘The next year
we went camping in Oban. It was a disaster. It
never stopped pouring with rain, and we had to
come home early. Graham and I fought like cat
and dog and it was not a happy time!’
This experience did nothing to dampen
Lorraine’s adventurous camping spirit, though,
and in 2011 she took part in the Red Nose Day
Desert Trek across Kenya to raise funds for Comic
Relief projects in the area. ‘It was tough going,
but I loved my little tent and slept like a log
after walking for miles in the searing desert sun.’
Tune in
Lorraine still enjoys her camping and caravanning
breaks away from the rush of London, and
encourages everyone to try it. ‘Give it a go and
enjoy the whole experience. There’s a fantastic
community who’ll give you support and advice.
Static caravans are a good option too, especially
if you’re just starting out. If you’re on the road,
there’sareal sense of freedom, and caravan
parks now are really good. Enjoy!’
“There’s something so
good about listening
to the rain on the roof
and being so cosy”
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