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GLAMPSITES PRODUCT IN FOCUS Pods, Huts and Lodges Diversifying land owner, County Sligo Product: Two ‘Shepherd’s View’ shepherd huts and four ‘Lookout’ huts Supplier: Cabinville Shepherd Huts, 01379 687467, info@ cabinvilleshepherdhuts.co.uk, www.cabinvilleshepherdhuts.co.uk Moffat Wigwams, Dumfries and Galloway Service: Wigwam Holidays franchise Supplier: Wigwam Holidays, 0131 450 7126, hello@ wigwamholidays.com, www.wigwamholidays.com Details: John Hume is a proud livestock farmer and native to the Scottish borders. After leaving the family farm, John’s ambition was to have his own farm. Livestock farming is no cash cow however and John knew that to make it work, to get his own farm and to really enjoy it, he would need to think beyond just selling livestock. Looking around at the beautiful hills, forests, rivers and valleys that are scattered across the Scottish borders, John had a vision – to open up his farm to guests and allow them to see and experience the land he’d been so fortunate to call home. After a period of looking at various options, John bumped into the Wigwam Holidays team at the Royal Highland Show. He’d come across some of their products before but a new product now peaked his attention – franchise. For John, this was exactly what he was looking for. He knew that he could look after his site and farm, and he knew that people would want to visit, but he also knew that this was an industry he had little experience of. He wanted to join a recognised brand, one that could offer training, a community and marketing support. Customer feedback: John Hume said: “Wigwam Holidays was the perfect fit. Since opening seven years ago, I have never looked back. I love meeting guests and seeing how much they enjoy their time here. With a busy site, I no longer have to worry about the financial hardships of livestock farming – instead I can enjoy it, comforted by the knowledge that my eggs are not just in one basket.” Details: Having worked as a builder in Essex for 30 years, Mr Davies promised his family that when he retired they would move to Co. Sligo, Ireland, and operate a glamping business near his wife’s elderly parents. Cabinville Shepherd Huts helped realise this dream when he ordered his first two huts from its ‘Shepherd’s View’ range. Starting at £4,433 (+VAT), the Shepherd’s View model benefits from having double doors placed on the side for easier access, more light and fresh air. As well as the windows in the double doors there is a window at each end of the hut and another in the back wall. All windows open and are double glazed. Mr Davies purchased a further four huts the following year from Cabinbille’s new ‘Lookout’ range, which feature big windows either side of the front door. Huts can be easily insulated for all year round use and all have galvanised chassis, axles and wheels. No foundations are required, just a paving slab under each wheel. All huts come complete with steps. Customer feedback: Glampsite owner Mr Harris said: “We are delighted with the huts. They are excellent value for money and I am pleased to say we are fully booked and making a healthy living from our new venture.” WWW.OPENAIRBUSINESS.COM 47
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