Little Black Book of Glamping 2022

BUSINESS
2022
WWW.OPENAIRBUSINESS.COM

WELCOME
Welcome to the second Little
Black Book of Glamping.
Designed as a quick reference
guide for new glamping
site owners and existing
operators, each of its 15
sections are short and to the
point, with quick fire facts,
advice and tips.
It features 17 real life case studies, 52 spotlights
on industry suppliers and a comprehensive
directory – everything’s colour coded for ease; see
the table of contents to the right.
We hope you’ll find your Little Black Book a handy
tool to keep on your desk or on you while out and
about on site – we’ve made things ‘pocket sized’
for exactly that reason!
A big thank you to all our contributing experts
from the world of finance, planning, design and
more – Geno Cleal, Tom Dixon, Mark Jones, Ian
Firth, Edward Busby, The National Forest, Laura
Fredericks, Joss Bentley and Tara Weightman.
So, whether you’re up and running and looking
to expand/improve, at the very beginning of your
journey or from a different outdoor hospitality
sector altogether and interested in where the
staycation action is, the Little Black Book is your
best friend.
Tally Rix, editor
LITTLE BLACK BOOK
TOP TIPS
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CONTENTS
ISSUE #2 2022
4 Before you Start n
6 Finance n
8 Planning n
10 Franchises n
12 Infrastructure n
14 Landscape & Exteriors n
16 Tensile Structures n
18 Solid Structures n
22 Facilities n
24 Sustainability n
28 Interiors n
30 Agencies & Bookings n
34 Professional Services n
36 Pop-up Glamping n
48 DIRECTORY n
50 Contact Log n
PUBLISHERS
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Tally Rix - tally@openairbusiness.com
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BUSINESS
WELCOME • CONTENTS
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BEFORE YOU START
Essential Thinking
Tips from Quality Unearthed’s Geno Cleal on
creating a successful glamping offering
First up, market research – know your product. What’s
new, what’s trending, what’s selling? You should at
least have a rough idea already.
The term ‘glamping’ is expanding and evolving
extremely quickly. What’s cool and what’s relevant
now may not be true in five or 10 years’ time. The
discerning public are continually looking for new and
interesting places to stay. There’s an ever-growing
variety of unique and unusual holiday types, whether
it’s a weird or funky structure, or a wild or crazy
location.
As the market evolves it’s important to stay one
step ahead of the trends. Study the competition,
particularly in your area. This should give you a firm
idea of what works and what doesn’t and how to price
your structure. There are so many things you can learn
and incorporate to give you a competitive edge.
In terms of the facilities and extras you offer, the
market shows that expectations are increasing.
Customers commonly expect a higher level of service
and a basic range of facilities. We tend to find the more
extras you offer – fresh flowers and local produce
in the welcome hamper, or a lit fire for guests on
arrival – the more impact it will have on your success.
Glampers are looking for a special or memorable
experience, so whatever you can do to improve this
experience will ultimately lead to more bookings.
As a general rule of thumb, price your structure
conservatively, with the aim to push the value up as
your reputation and demand grows.
TARGET AUDIENCE
You need to consider what type of holiday you’re
trying to create and who you’re trying to attract.
Whether you’re catering for families, groups or
couples, each demographic has a different kind
of expectation. Again, it is important to know who
is coming and why. What type of holiday are they
looking for?
Striking a balance between catering for different
audiences and focussing your attention can be tricky.
Catering for everyone increases your audience, but
you may end up muddying the waters. With that in
mind, it’s best to focus your marketing efforts towards
one specific holiday type.
Just like any business, you’re trying to create a
brand, and every good brand has an interesting theme
or story to tell. Whether you’ve used local materials,
incorporated historical features, or if you have a
particular penchant for badgers, telling your story is
important. It adds to the richness and clarity of your
brand. It doesn’t matter if your theme is completely
wacky as long as it offers some kind of intrigue or
appeal.
Choosing the right name is also important. A good
name should be warm and welcoming, but also
memorable and with a tie into your theme.
UNIQUE SELLING POINT
This is what sets you apart from your competitors and
is what makes paying guests want to come to your
glamping site. Maybe you’ve got a great location by
the sea, an outdoor bathtub with views over the valley,
or perhaps you claim your land is home to the world’s
largest wood pigeon? Whatever it is, utilise your
unique selling point (USP) in your marketing efforts. If
you don’t have one, you need to start thinking; what
can you do to make your place unique? If you’re run of
the mill, or just trying to recreate what’s already been
done, the gap in the market might already be gone.
LITTLE BLACK BOOK
TOP TIPS
Conker, Powys
A good basic business analysis tool is
a SWOT analysis (list strengths, weaknesses, opportunities
and threats regarding your glamping proposition). Also look
up SOAR analysis, PESTEL analysis, the Five Forces and the
NOISE analysis.
MEET THE EXPERT
Geno Cleal is a glamping expert at Quality Unearthed – a specialised glamping agency in
Pembrokeshire. Showcasing a range of unique and unusual holiday structures from safari tents to
treehouses, Quality Unearthed helps develop, market and promote glamping sites across the UK
and France. www.qualityunearthed.co.uk
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ADVICE
Market Trends
Canopy & Stars’ Tom Dixon reveals 2022’s
glamping trends
• Canopy and Stars markets nature-based holidays
and bookings are up over 60% on 2020’s record
levels. That’s a 50% rise in people taking holidays in
nature since 2019, and the trend shows no signs of
slowing.
• April 2022 is currently the most popular month,
and more people than ever are planning ahead as
we’ve seen an increase in forward-bookings as far
in advance as summer 2023.
• Spending on staycations is increasing too; Canopy
& Stars average booking values in 2022 are already
tracking 50% ahead of 2021.
• Sustainable ways to travel are more important than
ever, and more and more owners are taking ‘lowimpact’
to new heights.
• 2022 looks set to be the busiest year for
celebrations after two years of restrictions and
challenges. Over half of Canopy & Stars’ bookings
are being made for special occasions.
• Summer pop up sites are popular but after various
reports of ‘disappointing’ experiences in 2021,
offerings will need to be creative and qualityfocussed.
Ursabear, Devon
Tub’ collection has now been added.
• A whopping 145 new spaces joined the Canopy
& Stars collection in 2021, with some of our most
innovative and exciting places yet.
• An evergreen favourite, treehouses remain the
top-performing spaces. Cabins also had a great
year, with over 60 new cabins joining, making
the most of the trend for year-round stays and a
growth in travel in shoulder-months.
• Another trend is for owners to inject a shedload
of their personality into their space; take
Ursabear in Devon where owner Val has filled
the cabin with treasures from her adventures,
including a huge life-sized bear.
Heather Yurt, Perth & Kinross
The Nest, Lincolnshire
BEFORE YOU START
• Outdoor bathing is consistently a top experience for
Canopy & Stars guests, with its ‘Hot Tub Collection’
being a long-standing favourite. However, outdoor
bathtubs are also a favourite and an ‘Outdoor Bath
MEET THE EXPERT
Tom Dixon is managing director at Sawday’s Canopy & Stars, a collection of selected and inspected
special places to stay and experience the great outdoors across Britain, France, Spain, Portugal, Italy and
Scandinavia. Championing the small and independent, and being an advocate of sustainable tourism, the
team genuinely cares about what they do and how they do it. www.canopyandstars.co.uk
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FINANCE
SPOTLIGHT
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FIT OUTDOOR FINANCE
01494 422614 / 07932 075754
mark@fitoutfinance.co.uk
www.fitoutfinance.co.uk
Whether you are starting a new leisure business,
expanding or adding to your estate, Fit Outdoor
Finance is here to help with funding.
As the only broker dedicated to funding fit outs in
the hospitality sector we and our panel of funders
understand your needs and can create finance
packages to assist.
FOLK2FOLK
01566 773296
enquiries@folk2folk.com
www.folk2folk.com
We provide loans for British businesses wanting to
grow, diversify or adapt. Loans start from £100,000
and must be secured against land/property. We
fund almost any business purpose and have helped
hundreds of businesses start, scale up or diversify
from hotels, estates and outdoor venues to new
glamping ventures and outdoor attractions. To
fund loans, we offer property-backed investment
Case Study
Funding for a Hotel’s
Outdoor Spaces
Product: Funding for glamping pods and outdoor
dining and events
Supplier: Fit Outdoor Finance, 01494 422614 /
07932 075754,
mark@fitoutfinance.co.uk,
www.fitoutfinance.co.uk
Following an inevitably torrid year, this established
hotel client was re-opening and looking to
optimise revenues from their substantial and very
attractive outside space.
Their outdoor plan encompassed
accommodation in wooden pods along with
a bar, dining, event stage, barbecues and
sanitary facilities under a substantial stretched
canvas marquee structure. The project required
significant capital investment at a time when cash
resources were stretched.
As always, we worked closely with the
customer to give our lenders the confidence that
they need to lend. Ignoring the dreadful impact
of 2020 lockdowns, it was clear that the business
had a sound footing and a clear, coherent plan of
how to move forward in a world where Covid will
feature for some time to come.
We were able to provide lease finance for all
of the equipment above, together with a loan for
infrastructure costs, enabling the customer to
open in time for summer. The project is now up
and running and generating good income.
†
DISCLAIMER: Your property against which the loan is secured could be at risk if you
don’t meet payments. Your capital is at risk and is not protected under the Financial
Services Compensation Scheme. FOLK2FOLK Ltd is authorised and regulated by
the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered office: NUMBER ONE Business Centre,
Western Road, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 7FJ.

ADVICE
A Business Plan for Finance
Mark Jones on the importance of a
robust business plan
For start up businesses, or those making a
significant change in direction, it is usual for
banks and financiers to ask to see a business plan.
Usually the business owner has already done most
of the required research – sometimes without
realising it is a business plan. In other cases it is
necessary to go away and prepare one.
FINANCE
WHAT AND WHY?
The business plan, as the name suggests, is a
plan of how you will run your business. The value
to you, the business owner, lies in the research
and the detail behind the plan’s assumptions. In
presenting your advisors, partners or colleagues
with a plan, you help to focus their input and
create constructive, relevant feedback.
A common trap is to use the plan to ‘sell’ your
business to a third party – either with pages of
fanciful prose or wildly optimistic, unsubstantiated
assumptions. A good business plan can be brief
and concise.
CONTENT:
There are five key components of a business plan:
1. Executive summary – overview of key points
2. Operations – people, systems, logistics,
technology, timelines etc.
3. Marketing – market research, demographic,
competitor analysis, SWOT, political and social
environments etc.
4. Financial – profit and loss projections, opening
balance sheet, capital requirements/sources etc.
5. Appendices – back up information which
supports content but doesn’t belong in the body
of the plan – this part is infinitely adaptable to
suit a specific audience
There may well be overlaps and sub-titles might
be better suited to a different part of the plan; you
don’t need to be bound by headings, but should
consider the relevance and importance of each one.
As a personal note, I’d suggest that starting
with a cashflow projection is a fantastic way to
encompass all aspects of the business.
Many banks and accountants offer free
templates, alternatively there are lots online – they
are useful, but don’t be limited by their titles, or
feel the need to fill in each section for the sake of it.
LENDERS AND BUSINESS PLANS
There are many amusing myths around how
lenders treat business plans. In reality what they
want is the same as what you want – to see how
well researched the plan is, why you want to
borrow and whether you are likely to be able to
service debt.
It’s not an exact science, but the first thing
most lenders will do is to look for evidence and
research around key assumptions. They will also
question closely what the money will be used for.
In the asset finance arena, we look very much for
income-creating or mission-critical purchases.
LITTLE BLACK BOOK
TOP TIPS
Download templates for business plans and cash flow
forecasts at www.gov.uk/write-business-plan - all the
hard work is done for you – just plug in your figures!
MEET THE EXPERT
Mark Jones is a veteran of the finance industry having started his career 35 years ago. Under Fit Out
Finance he brings his experience to owner-managers operating in the hospitality sector, from start-ups to
multi-site operators. Mark also operates as a start-up business plan advisor and is an introducer for the
Government Start -up Loan Scheme. www.fitoutfinance.co.uk
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PLANNING
SPOTLIGHT
Mount View Glamping
CLASSIC.CO.UK
BONDSTONES
01823 210610
enquiries@bondstones.co.uk
www.bondstones.co.uk
Bondstones has led the field in planning for
bespoke glamping and alternative accommodation
for 10+ years. With our clients we’ve created sites
that consistently generate £175 to more than £350
per unit / night. Our professional team is renowned
for a pragmatic and innovative approach delivering
creative solutions to the most challenging scenarios.
Call today!
STEPHEN LOCKE ASSOCIATES
01952 670106
info@stephenlockeassociates.co.uk
www.stephenlockeassociates.co.uk
An independent firm of rural chartered surveyors,
chartered town planners and environmental
consultants offering land, property and planning
consultancy services.
We pride ourselves on the quality and depth of
advice when getting a new glamping project up and
running, and have been involved in many planning
and design schemes. For a fresh opinion contact us
for a free, informal discussion.
MID WEST PLANNING
01952 276745
phil.plant@midwestplanning.co.uk
www.midwestplanning.co.uk
Mid West Planning offers advice and consultancy
on all aspects of rural planning including identifying
opportunities to increase or maintain asset value,
opportunities to secure existing lawful uses and
making planning applications for development and
change of use on behalf of farmers, landowners and
businesses. We pride ourselves on offering expert
and cost effective solutions to rural planning issues.
KPG DESIGN ASSOCIATES
01452 260110
enquiries@kpgdesignassociates.co.uk
www.kpgdesignassociates.co.uk
We have been providing a fully comprehensive
architectural and planning service to the farming and
land-owning rural community for over 37 years. With
our team of experienced and qualified associates
we can advise on, and deal with, all matters which
may fall under the planning regime. Most farming
diversification and rural enterprise projects will
involve some form of planning requirement.
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ADVICE
It’s got wheels so it doesn’t need planning
permission… Right?
Ian Firth provides the answer and suggests
expert guidance
NO! A common ‘internet expert’ opinion which we
hear at shows and seminars across the country is that
caravans don’t need planning permission... Firstly, by
legal definition, a caravan doesn’t require wheels at all.
Provided that the structure meets certain criteria and
can be moved (picked up and taken away) any pod, hut
or chalet may in fact qualify as a caravan.
The law treats the use of land for tourism purposes
as ‘a change of use’ – so this is development and
planning consent is required. The same goes for
caravans, motor-homes and tents.
The “28-day rule” (no longer the “56-day rule”) is
a permitted development right (deemed planning
consent) which allows for the temporary use of land for
alternative uses. Indeed, the allowance can be used for
short term pop-up camping – however the count-down
starts as soon as any land (within the planning unit) is
used for any alternative use, not just for camping. So,
for example, 10 days of organised clay shooting on the
farm will leave only 18 days for summertime camping…
You have been warned!
“Exemption certificates” are an excellent option
to establish a small glamping site (typically up to
five units) – utilising permitted development and
additional rights afforded by the 1936 Health Act. This
option authorises the use of land by certain ‘exempt
organisations’ – and gives potential for a variety of
scenarios to be explored. Some organisations authorise
‘seasonal units’ to be used within their sites while
others don’t.
Frustratingly, exemption and permitted
development does not authorise other engineering
works or development that may be required to enable
the land to be used. Ground works, landscaping,
creating hard standings or parking areas for example
will require planning permission in most cases.
With this in mind, full planning permission (for
change of use and enabling works) is, in our opinion,
the best way to establish a suitably high quality and
sustainable glamping business. There are opportunities
and pitfalls for each route, however these cannot be
explored in this short article.
In summary we would always recommend
independent professional advice ahead of investment
in any glamping project.
LOCAL AUTHORITY CONSULTATION
While local planning authorities all encourage ‘early
consultation’ – our routine advice is don’t! From
experience, planning departments will only provide
answers to questions – they generally won’t give
advice on alternative or ‘better’ solutions. By all
means engage with them but only once you have
formulated a workable plan for discussion. This is
where independent specialist consultants are worth
their weight in gold.
WHERE TO GET GOOD ADVICE
Depending on the nature of your project we would
recommend working with a suitably qualified
professional or regulated advisor. The most suitable
advisors for project advice are likely to be chartered
surveyors (rural planning specialists in particular),
town planners (RTPI) or perhaps an architect (RIBA)
or specialist planning solicitor – each of which is
professionally bound to engage only in projects in
which they are suitably experienced. Other advisers
also exist…
LITTLE BLACK BOOK
TOP TIPS
For an exemption to planning permission for developments
of up to five ‘caravans’ see:
• www.gov.uk and search for ‘exempted organisation
guidance’
• Freedom Camping Club
www.freedomcampingclub.org
• Greener Camping Club www.greenercamping.org
• Woodland Champions Club
www.woodlandchampions.co.uk
• Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act (1960)
• The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted
Development) Order (1995)
MEET THE EXPERT
Ian Firth is a chartered surveyor and planning and development director at Bondstones.
Bondstones specialise in rural planning and architecture for projects across rural England.
Specialising in diversification, change of use and bespoke tourism, Bondstones prides itself on
a ‘client first’ ethos and is renowned for its team’s lateral thinking. www.bondstones.co.uk
PLANNING
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FRANCHISES
SPOTLIGHT
WILDA CABINS
partner@wildacabins.com
www.wildacabins.com/partner
Our offering is simple – exquisitely designed, truly
off-grid cabins providing luxury back-to-nature
staycations at sites nationwide. If you have the right
piece of land and share our ethos for low impact,
high quality hospitality then we want to work with
you. Low start-up costs and help with everything
from planning to operations. Please fill in our online
questionnaire to start the conversation.
WIGWAM HOLIDAYS
0131 450 7136
hello@wigwamholidays.com
www.wigwamholidays.com
Wigwam Holidays is the UK’s #1 glamping brand
and the only pod manufacturer to offer a ‘turn-key’
franchise business solution. We don’t just sell
cabins, we help you fill them with paying guests and
provide the training and brand presence to make
your business aspirations a reality. With assistance in
planning, funding, marketing and operations, we’re
here to support you.
AMBER’S BELL TENT CAMPING
ambersbelltents@hotmail.co.uk
www.ambersbelltents.co.uk/
franchise-opportunities
The Amber’s Bell Tent Camping franchise is a
unique and highly rewarding business and lifestyle
opportunity. You will have the potential to earn a
significant income providing relaxing, stylish and
comfortable glamping holidays for your clients in
beautiful locations!
We are looking for landowners in desirable locations
who enjoy dealing with people and have the drive
and determination to succeed.
FURTHER.SPACE
028 9099 3499
info@further.space
www.further.space/partners
Partner with us and create a sustainable tourism
business. Our landowner partners are an important
part of the FURTHER.SPACE family. We work closely
with them to provide a great experience for our
customers and maintain luxury levels of service,
while allowing our partners to create a sustainable
business.
All our locations are hand-picked, to ensure they
have something extraordinary.
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ADVICE
Franchises
Interested in a lower risk way to start
a glampsite? A franchise may be the
business model for you
Starting a glampsite is no mean feat and is
unlikely to be a decision you make overnight.
You will no doubt have researched extensively
and talked at length with friends, family and
others in the industry. One appealing option
that you may consider during your research is
franchise ownership.
This is commercial relationship between
the owner of a company and an individual
who is starting a branch of that business,
using its branding and business model.
For many would-be glamping
entrepreneurs, franchising offers the chance
to add a site to their land without taking on
the significant risk that comes with starting
one from scratch.
ADVANTAGES
To start a glamping franchise you don’t
necessarily need any industry experience
but you are likely to need land. The franchise
business will offer support in getting you
started, and will usually help with planning
and finance. They will then train you and
help with marketing. By tapping into years of
experience you increase the chance of success
for your new venture.
You will also find that getting a business
loan is easier as lenders feel more comfortable
investing in new businesses with the backing
of an established franchise brand.
In the glamping industry, franchises work
in a number of different ways. Some require
significant investment in infrastructure and
offer a hands on opportunity, some a seasonal
business model, and others may be looking
for land only, running the sites themselves
with little involvement from the landowner.
A huge advantage is the access a franchise
can give you to an established customer
base. You will also benefit from established
relationships with suppliers.
Owning a glamping franchise is a great way
to create value from your land with less risk
than going it alone, and a system of support
and community should you find yourself in
need of assistance or advice.
Case Study
Wigwam Holidays
Moffat, Dumfries
and Galloway
Service: Wigwam Holidays Franchise
Supplier: Wigwam Holidays, 0131 450 7126,
hello@wigwamholidays.com,
www.wigwamholidays.com
John Hume, owner at Wigwam Holidays Moffat,
is a proud livestock farmer and native to the
Scottish borders.
Livestock farming is no cash cow however
and John knew that to make it work he would
need to think beyond livestock. Looking 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 experience the land he’d been so
fortunate to call home.
After a visit to the Royal Highland Show,
John came across Wigwam Holidays and a new
concept which peaked his attention – franchise.
He knew people would want to visit, but he
also knew this was an industry he had little
experience of. He wanted to join a recognised
brand that could offer training, assistance
with funding and planning, a community and
marketing support. Wigwam Holidays was the
perfect fit.
Since opening, John has never looked back
and with the staycation industry seeing a
boom, there’s never been a better time to be
part of the UK’s No.1 glamping franchise.
FRANCHISES
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Infrastructure
SPOTLIGHT
FUJICLEAN SEWAGE TREATMENT
07500 626463
info@fujiclean.co.uk
www.fujiclean.co.uk
FujiClean's popular sewage treatment system is
now available in the UK.
Very small, low odours, quiet operation, discrete,
low profile lids, outstanding effluent quality and
infrequent tankering requirement. Using 35W they
can even run on a small solar unit. All perfect for
keeping sewage out of sight and out of mind on
your glamping site, campsite or holiday let.
GLAMPSAN
0800 999 6010
info@glampsan.com
www.glampsan.com
Glampsan supplies solutions for capturing,
managing, storing and pumping water and waste
at off-grid glamping, camping, and caravan sites.
Whether you are just starting up or are expanding
your business, we advise you and provide waste
capture tanks, sewage lifting stations, composting
loos, sewage treatment plants and much more. At
Glampsan we have you covered!
SANIFLO
020 8842 0033
sales@saniflo.co.uk
www.saniflo.co.uk
Saniflo is a leading supplier of pumps and lifting stations
for domestic and commercial settings. The range of
Sanifos underground pump stations are particularly
suitable for glamping, camping and caravanning sites
that require a reliable waste discharge solution. Sited
underground and with multiple connection points, the
Sanifos range offers tank sizes between 110l and 1300l
and pumps waste vertically and horizontally to mains
drains, water treatment plants or septic tanks.
GROUNDSCREWS4U (GS4U)
07803 084232
andy@ gs4u.co.Uk
www.gs4u.co.Uk
Groundscrews are an eco-friendly, no hassle, cost
effective way to replace concrete foundations. They
also give a building longevity with good air flow
under the main subframe. Using groundscrews will
save time and money. Contact us today to find out
how we can work together on your project.
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CASE STUDY
Fledgling Farm Campsite,
Staffordshire
Product: Elsan Tipping Point and 750 gallon
waste tank
Supplier: Glampsan. 0800 999 6101
01922 687545, info@glampsan.com,
www.glampsan.com
When Anthony and Ruth Key researched
waste solutions for their up and coming
camping and caravan site in Eccleshall,
Staffordshire, they visited Glampsan’s stand
at the Farm Business Innovation Show.
They were really impressed by the range of
products and the knowledge and expertise
of the friendly team, who were able to
recommend a solution.
They soon settled for the combination of
the Elsan Tipping Point and 750 gallon flat
tank, which was easy to use, simple to fit and
to keep clean. With the choice made, ordered
and delivered, they set about creating a
setting that was aesthetically pleasing,
complete with easy access.
“The team at Glampsan were friendly,
knowledgeable and extremely helpful,” says
Anthony. “Their plastic waste tank and Elsan
Tipping Point are the perfect solution for our
campsite.”
“It was a pleasure to provide Anthony
and Ruth with the ideal solution,” says
Glampsan’s Jon Trelfa. “Whether it’s
composting loos, waste tanks, sewage lifting
stations or treatment plants, we have it all.”
CASE STUDY
Glamping pods,
Lincolnshire
Product: Sanifos 610 pump station
Supplier: Saniflo, 020 8842 0033, sales@
saniflo.co.uk, www.saniflo.co.uk
A Sanifos 610 was specified by a ‘pick your
own’ fruit farm in Lincolnshire to provide
the drainage for four new glamping pods.
The pods, sited adjacent to an existing 10
pitch caravan site, were installed in a field
that was 70m from the septic tank and
needed a pumping solution to discharge
the waste across a lawn and into the
recently upgraded septic tank serving the
farmhouse.
The unit is installed underground and
has sufficient connection points for the
waste from each pod to drain into the
612-litre tank which has two pumps that
work alternately to ensure even wear of the
motors. The Sanifos starts automatically
thanks to three floats installed in the tank
and quietly pumps incoming waste away
through the discharge pipework which is
buried underground. A smart control is
installed in its own housing next to the pods
for easy checking of the unit’s status at all
times, and this works in conjunction with an
alarm for early warning of any issues.
Infrastructure
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Landscape & Exteriors
SPOTLIGHT
PERFO GROUND REINFORCEMENT
01992 522797
info@perfo.co.uk
www.perfo.co.uk
The PERFO system of interlocking PE tiles provides
a durable solution for permeable parking, access
tracks, pathways and hardstandings. The tiles can
be easily embedded directly into existing grass,
greening over in a short time, or can be installed
into a bedding layer of crushed stone with or
without a sub-base. Seeded soil can be mixed with
the stone for a natural, green appearance.
FFC LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
01782 791506
ffclandscapearchitects@gmail.com
www.ffc-landscapearchitects.co.uk
Helping you to develop the best out of your site,
creating a special place through landscape design,
improvements and visual enhancements. Services
include garden design, visual impact studies,
arboricultural surveys and tree impact appraisals, pre
development landscape studies, landscape mitigation
proposals, landscape management and development,
historic garden conservation plans, external works plans,
hard landscape design and expert witness reports.
STIGA
0800 669 6326
www.stigalawnmowers.co.uk
The STIGA Estate Pro 9122 XWSY combines an
expansive 122cm cutting-width with a positively
cavernous 360-litre grass-collector, and with
four-wheel-drive it is hard to beat when it comes
to large-area work-rate. Its 3-in-1 design, whereby
you can choose to collect, mulch or rear-discharge,
confers the sort of versatility that’s essential for the
management of varying grass-conditions.
MUDCONTROL
01536 669630
sales@mudcontrol.co.uk
www.mudcontrol.co.uk
We supply durable, ecologically sound products made
of 100% recycled plastic, which come with a rock solid
20 year warranty.
Mudcontrol slabs are heavy-duty, porous, removable, reusable
hard-standing, designed to go straight onto the
mud with minimal to no ground preparation.
For pathways, parking, anywhere you have a mud
problem, these are the solution.
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ADVICE
Landscape Design
The role of landscape design in creating
exemplary glampsites
Landscape design can have a large impact on a glamping site as
the surroundings play a key role in client experience. In an ideal
scenario, the natural landscape and setting would not need any
work at all, after all we are trying to get away from man-made
and manicured surroundings. If the surroundings are a little
sparse, tame or visible, this is where landscape design can be
invaluable.
When seeking planning permission, landscape design can be
a valuable tool when negotiating the visual impact of a build,
especially in the more sensitive areas. With requirements for
developments to now result in biodiversity and environment net
gain, landscape design can also play a key role in enhancement
programs for land such as tree planting, wild-flower meadow,
and habitat creation. This will also boost the selling points and
the credentials of a site to the consumer making it a win win for
environment and the guest experience.
Once you have picked a spot on your land, then you can
begin to structure the layout of the site. Bear in mind the
direction of the prevailing wind, especially in exposed areas
and when using canvas structures. If there is a natural wind
barrier that you can utilise, such as a hedge or trees, then do so,
otherwise you may want to think about creating one
If your site is on a hillside and the ground is unsuitable to
set up on, then you will need to think about creating a level
platform to build upon. Before undertaking earthworks, it
is important to remember that the ideal look and setting is
a natural one, therefore working with the natural lines and
contours of the ground is especially important.
When it comes to orientation, think about what you can see
from different parts of each accommodation unit’s site. This also
goes for others in close proximity. Ideally, they would be spaced
as far apart as possible, however, if this is not possible, then
landscaping can give the illusion of greater privacy.
LITTLE BLACK BOOK
TOP TIPS
Early professional advice can be invaluable, not only for
planning advice, visual impact assessments and ecology but in
order to maximise the potential of your site’s natural features.
Case Study
Woodland Lodge &
Spa Retreat, Cheshire
Services: Concept review and full
landscape design, master-plan and
site liaison
Supplier: FFC Landscape
Architects, 01782 791506,
ffclandscapearchitects@gmail.com,
www.ffc-landscapearchitects.co.uk
The client we worked with had
owned a large woodland with
glades and open grass areas. The
original plan was to build high
quality lodges, glamping pods and
ultimately a woodland spa building
and facilities. He got to understand
that getting the right advice at an
early stage can be invaluable, after a
couple of gentle warnings from the
local planning authority.
Landscape involvement looked
at the critical views in and out of the
site and sensitivity to neighbouring
properties. Significant pre-emptive
landscape planting was installed, so
that it matured as the development
happened in stages.
Initially, he needed to look at
access to the site and if that could
be made without having to create
a new access or inconvenience his
neighbours – avoiding planning
objections.
After preliminary investigations
into providing services to the site,
we looked at the visual impact
that the project may have and, on
the strength of that, developed a
master-plan which was approved
at various appeals for a total of 52
lodges.
Landscape & Exteriors
MEET THE EXPERT
Edward Busby is a co-founder of Crown and Canopy which
specialises in designing and building complete glamping
sites and bespoke spaces. It also provides a comprehensive
consultancy and design service to farms and estates,
providing feedback reports and full appraisals based on
the potential of their land. www.crownandcanopy.co.uk
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TENSILE STRUCTURES
TENSILE STRUCTURES
BOUTIQUE CAMPING
0203 319 1315
info@boutiquecamping.com
www.boutiquecamping.com
Fusing glam with adventure and aesthetic with
practicality, Boutique Camping boasts a range of
globally-recognised exclusive tent and stove designs
that rank the company as one the UK’s leading and
most trusted camping retailers. Elevate your business
and give your stock the same credibility, luring in
guests all year round by offering unique glamping
structures made to make memories in!
BCT OUTDOORS
01274 728469
info@bctoutdoors.com
www.bctshop.co.uk
Ever since Lord Baden Powell created the Scout
movement back in 1908, BCT has been producing
tents of excellence. It invests heavily in R&D and uses
traditional skills at its factory in Bradford.
Its range of canvas glamping accommodation
includes premium bell tents in four sizes, safari tents,
yurts and ‘pods’.
BCT also offers a wash, proof and repair service.
MONGOLIAN YURTS
07974 139078
fred@mongolianyurts.co.uk
www.mongolianyurts.co.uk
Our handcrafted traditional yurts are delivered
direct from Mongolia to Mid Wales. We then design
a bespoke canvas and treat the structure, ready to
withstand the infamous British climate.
We have a range of sizes and features to create a
magical yurt unique to you and your needs. Ideal for
outdoor space, glampsites or unique holiday lets.
BOND FABRICATIONS
01453 767171
enquiries@bondfabrications.co.uk
www.bondfabrications.co.uk
British design and manufacture of bespoke
structures including luxury safari tents and a wide
variety of bespoke tensile structures. All tents are
made with robust steel or aluminium frames, high
performance outdoor fabrics and include structural
engineers reports. Leading UK supplier to the
outdoor hospitality industry for over 30 years helping
clients create unique, luxury, custom structures for
premium visitor experiences.
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Case Study
The Paddock
Ramsbottom,
Lancashire
Product: Yurts and safari tent
Supplier: BCT Outdoors, 01274
728469, info@bctoutdoors.com,
www.bctshop.co.uk
TENSILE STRUCTURES
Case Study
Bally Brook Farm, Virginia
Product: Star Bell Emperor
Supplier: Boutique Camping, 0203 319 1315, info@
boutiquecamping.com, www.boutiquecamping.com
Established in 2010 and successfully stamping their
meticulous mark across the UK’s most established
outdoor businesses, globally renowned tent
manufacture Boutique Camping is proud to now
represent a growing US based clientele, featuring
uniquely innovative set-ups in majestic landscapes.
New and highly ranked in Boutique’s respected
trade list is ‘Bally Brook Farm’, a luxury retreat home to
the exclusively designed ‘Star Bell Emperor’ glamping
structure. Pitched perfectly on elevated decking and
overseeing unparalleled views of a 120 year old farm
nestled in Virginia, this impressive setup effortlessly
embodies a fusion of ‘rustic luxury’ and ‘wild wellness’.
“The dream behind building Bally Brook was to
offer couples (or solo adventurers with their best pup)
a unique accommodation experience for an intimate
escape. Transporting you to a thoughtfully designed
space immersed in the beauty of the Shenandoah
Valley. The form and function of the Star Emperor Bell
tent from Boutique Camping elevated our vision from
a bespoke camping spot to a premier off-grid luxury
retreat!”
With staggering success accumulated in their first
year of business, the future for Bally Brook Farm looks
just as bright as it does boutique!
With over 120 years of proud British
manufacturing and design heritage
already to our name, we are now
one of Great Britain’s last remaining
tent manufacturers.
We supplied The Paddock
Ramsbottom with yurts and a safari
tent. Both structures are made for
commercial use throughout all
seasons.
The 420gms Tencate Campshield
canvas is 40cm water column
water, rot and mildew proofed and
inherently fire retardant. Our yurts
feature three round windows with
outside rain covers and the whole
structure can be lifted, moved and
relocated by four people without
any need to break down. A separate
inner tent roof and walls are
machine washable and roof and wall
insulation available.
Our all season safari tent provides
decadent living for the whole family
and can be erected in three hours by
two people.
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SOLID STRUCTURES
SPOTLIGHT
CASTLES CAREY
07714 754378
sales@castles-carey.co.uk
www.castles-carey.co.uk
Jeffrey Carey has been designing and building
adventure areas, treehouses, log cabins and ropebridges
for private and commercial clients since
2000. In this time his tight-knit, can-do team has
created wonderful, well-built, sturdy structures
that bring joy to children, parents, schools, visitors
to gardens and woodlands and glamping guests
all over the UK and beyond.
ENCHANTED CREATIONS
01252 561060
sales@enchantedcreations.co.uk
www.enchantedcreations.co.uk
We design and construct imaginative habitats and
retreats for the staycation and luxury glamping
market, from treehouse accommodation to bespoke,
luxury cabins and hideaways which blend in with the
landscape. Part of the Leisure Design Projects Group,
our turnkey, design-led approach focuses on creating an
extraordinary guest experience, from feasibility to design
and construction on-site.
MAC CABINS
0800 999 1564
help@maccabins.co.uk
www.maccabins.co.uk
Whether you are looking to start, expand or
diversify your existing leisure business, MAC Cabins
offers the widest selection of log cabins, glamping
pods, timber lodges and small homes/tiny houses.
Based in the South West, with over 30 years’
experience in the holiday/leisure and construction
industries, providing sustainable buildings. MAC
Cabins actively promotes sustainable tourism.
SLOPE SPACES
07526 204760
hello@slopespaces.com
www.slopespaces.com
Slope Spaces, an innovative space that mixes
flexibility with practicality at an affordable price.
Our ‘Big Brother’ is building regulations compliant
and the contemporary design slips into any
landscape. Our maintenance free exterior is eye
catching, with a modern and practical timber
canvas to the interior to allow you to put your own
stamp on the finish.
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SPOTLIGHT
SOLID STRUCTURES
THE QUBE ECO TINY HOMES
01604 785786
ecotinyhomes@theqube.co.uk
www.thequbeecotinyhomes.co.uk
Northamptonshire based modular building
experts The Qube have launched a range of
stylish, sustainable, and affordable holiday
accommodation. Pairing contemporary design
with robust build quality, their tiny homes are
relocatable and make maximum use of minimal
space. Eco-accommodation is the future, and the
models in this range are great investments.
LOGSPAN
01389 734572
info@logspan.com
www.logspan.com
Our unique glamping structures are incredible
value for money while being constructed from
quality, sustainably grown, Northern Spruce.
Perfect for start-ups or upgrading your site, you
should expect to return a profit within the first year.
Based on a Finman Sleeper Cabin at £50 rental per
night at only 50% occupancy.
We can provide a full range of structures.
CEDAR TREE PODS
01978 800988
info@cedartreepods.co.uk
www.cedartreepods.co.uk
Cedar Tree Pods is an award-winning family
business based in North Wales making stunning
glamping pods and bespoke builds for glamping
start-ups and businesses. We pride ourselves on
quality and use only the very best materials and
craftsmanship. That is why all of our builds have a
10 year structural warranty as standard. If you want
top quality, then look no further!
ECOLODGIC
01603 339089
info@ecolodgic.com
www.ecolodgic.com
Ecolodgic supply high quality glamping lodges
tailor made to your specifications for year round
use. With 150mm thick walls made from durable
and sustainable UK grown Douglas Fir our lodges
last a lifetime and more. Available in flat pack, log
shell and turnkey packages, we have a variety of
models to choose from.
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SOLID STRUCTURES
SPOTLIGHT
HAZELWOOD HUTS
07398 144736
paul@hazelwoodhuts.co.uk
www.hazelwoodhuts.co.uk
Hazelwood Huts is a family owned business based
in South Wales that prides itself on designing and
manufacturing the highest quality bespoke glamping
and shepherd huts for glamping, gardens and
workspaces. Hazelwood builds traditional shepherd
huts for use as home offices, garden rooms, man
caves/playrooms. Fully road legal towable shepherd
huts and luxurious bespoke glamping huts are perfect
for holiday businesses.
PODZ R US
07767 733044
info@podzrus.com
www.podzrus.com
The UK staycation market is set to soar again this
year, and Podz R Us are well-placed to provide new
or existing glamping site owners with a bespoke
service that sets us apart.
Podz R Us are ready to support our clients who
want a high-quality product that delivers on value.
Check out our pods at www.podzrus.com
Case Study
Podiau Uwch Y Dyffryn,
North Wales
Product: Five luxury pods
Supplier: Cedar Tree Pods, 01978
800988, info@cedartreepods.co.uk,
www.cedartreepods.co.uk
Cedar Tree Pods supplied five luxury pods
all with private hot tubs looking down
towards the Vale of Clwyd for glampsite
Podiau Uwch Y Dyffryn.
These stylish, detached, contemporary
pods enjoy an idyllic, elevated location
in the small village of Llanelidan with far
reaching Welsh countryside views. Set on
a working sheep farm, they benefit from
an open-plan living space, a separate
bunk bedroom and a walk-in shower.
They provide everything you need for a
comfortable glamping
experience, sleeping four
to six people comfortably.
Dafydd from Podiau Uwch Y Dyffryn
said: “Cedar Tree Pods have been very easy
to deal with from the beginning. Offering
advice, giving ideas and recommendations.
The quality of the pods are excellent.
Everything is as they promised. We would
highly recommend using Cedar Tree Pods
to anyone looking to start or expand a
glamping business.”
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Case Study
Elsay May, Ayrshire
Product: Four glamping cabins and
hot tub gazebos
Supplier: Logspan, 01389 734572, info@
logspan.com, www.logspan.com
Glampsite Elsay May wanted four unique,
luxury, glamping cabins as well as hot tub
gazebos. All structures needed to sit well
with the landscape and offer kitchen and
bathroom facilities.
“Elsay May felt the quality and
finish of the Finman range was
perfect and purchased four Finman
Retreats and four Finman Shelters
to start their glamping business”
Elsay May felt the quality and finish of the
Finman range was perfect and purchased
four Finman Retreats and four Finman
Shelters to start their glamping business.
With the Retreats offering a blank canvas
it allowed Elsay May to furnish their cabins
with locally sourced wooden furniture
including a large wooden bed with thistle
carvings, dining table and chairs and kitchen
units. This resulted in each cabin being
having its own characteristics.
Owners Margaret, Malcolm and Maureen
are delighted with the results. They
commented that Elsay May has been fully
booked for a number of weeks and that the
cabins are returning a great ROI. They have
already started looking at expanding the
site, much earlier than expected.
Case Study
Stouslie Snugs,
Roxburghshire
Product: Glass fronted glamping pods
Supplier: Podz R Us, 07767 733044, info@
podzrus.com, www.podzrus.com
When Carly and Stewart, of Stouslie Snugs,
started their journey to open a glamping site,
Podz R Us were delighted to be chosen as
designer and manufacturer. We have pods
all across the UK, and it was great to help
Stouslie Snugs move their project from idea
to reality.
Podz R Us worked with Stouslie Snugs on
a number of design revisions to create a pod
that met every requirement. We’ve called this
new pod The Munro, featuring full ensuite,
kitchen, double bed and seating area with
sofa-bed. The end result is stunning, glassfronted
glamping pods that make the most
of Stouslie’s landscaped environment and
incredible views across the rolling Border
hills.
Carly said: “Starting up any glamping
site is a huge investment but for us it was
important to secure our farm’s future
through diversification. Working with Podz R
Us was our pleasure and they helped make
this journey that little bit easier. Andrew was
open to our ideas and always found a way to
make them happen. The end result speaks
for itself... a beautifully-crafted, luxurious
timber glamping pod.”
SOLID STRUCTURES
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Facilities
SPOTLIGHT
REWORKSHOP
07714 719441
reworkshopwales@gmail.com
www.reworkshopwales.co.uk
Reworkshop is launching a stack of new products
for 2022 designed and built by craftsmen in Wales,
with a huge emphasis on sustainability, easy use
and value for money. The Primo XL is the largest of
their Outhouses, giving room for an incorporated
sawdust box and a sink or urinal. Call for bespoke
design and installation off the beaten track.
THE LOG COMPANY
01748 889303
kirami@thelogcompany.com
www.thelogcompany.com
The Log Company is the main UK reseller of Kirami,
Europe’s largest manufacturer of wood-fired hot
tubs and saunas. Our experts provide support
and advice from package types to delivery
and installation. You will also find a number of
showrooms available for appointments throughout
the UK. The main showroom in North Yorkshire
showcases eight hot tub packages among other
outdoor living products.
PROSMOKE BBQ
01295 981580
sales@prosmokebbq.co.uk
www.prosmokebbq.co.uk
ProSmoke’s Team of BBQ experts offers a wide
range of premium outdoor cooking equipment,
from large commercial smokers for onsite catering,
to a range of smaller BBQ’s for tents, pods,
shepherds huts etc, along with regular charcoal and
wood deliveries.
Consultancy can be offered with any equipment
purchased, to assist you in increasing revenue for
your glamping site.
CHEEKY MONKEY TREEHOUSES
01403 732452
info@cheekymonkeytreehouses.com
www.cheekymonkeytreehouses.com
Imagine the delight on the faces of families that turn
up to your site on spying a treehouse den especially
for kids. The Cheeky Monkey team has over 20 years’
experience delivering the stuff of dreams for little
ones and as a site owner, you’ll enjoy a personal
treehouse consultation service, hand-drawn 3D
illustrations and the highest level of craftsmanship.
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Case Study
Bunker Down Glamping,
Oxfordshire
Product: PK Grills and Cactus Jack smoker
Supplier: ProSmoke BBQ, 01295 981580,
sales@prosmokebbq.co.uk, www.
prosmokebbq.co.uk
Facilities
Joe Gibbs, owner of Bunker Down Glamping
in Oxfordshire, has worked with ProSmoke
throughout 2021.
“We initially had fire pits on site for
cooking, and we quickly found guests
struggled to cook over an open fire
effectively. Controlling the heat when woodfired
cooking is quite difficult, not to mention
the safety risk to children and pets.
“After speaking to ProSmoke they
suggested we offer the guests a BBQ to cook
on. They delivered us several PK Grills and
a Cactus Jack smoker, along with a pallet of
premium instant light charcoal which they
replenish through the year. This solution
worked perfectly, it was an instant hit. The
guests purchased charcoal and cooked
food on the BBQs using simple cooking
instructions provided by ProSmoke.”
ProSmoke’s range of premium BBQs
are built to last and require very little
maintenance.
Case Study
Waggoners Campsite at
Hampton Estate, Surrey
Product: Composting toilets and firepits
Supplier: Reworkshop Off Grid & Camping,
07714 719441, reworkshopwales@gmail.com,
www.reworkshopwales.co.uk
Waggoners Campsite is 100% environmentally
friendly. Its owners have gone to every
effort to make sure this campsite has zero
environmental footprint, including specifying
bespoke compostable toilets from Reworkshop.
Handmade sustainably with care and
attention to detail in Wales, the outhouses
were perfect for this pop-up site, being easily
movable. They were first delivered to a different
part of the estate where they were utilised at an
open farm event before being transported to
the campsite.
Reworkshop also supplied Frontier
Fireplaces, which were initially designed for
use in campsites, parks and public spaces to
help prevent damage and grass fires caused by
disposable BBQs and mis-managed campfires.
Equally at home in a garden or outside space,
they are designed and built to be virtually
indestructible. Using thick gauge steel, these
fireplaces/firepits will last many years and are
pretty much vandal proof, especially when
secured to a surface.
The Frontier Fireplace can be securely fixed
to any flat surface, or left freestanding, and is
also available with carry handles and either a
stainless steel or cast iron grill.
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ADVICE
Sustainable Design
Sustainability
The principles of sustainable design for tourist accommodation with learnings from The National Forest
Sustainability is made up of
a complex and diverse set of
issues, but the National Forest
Company, in consultation
with architects Arboreal and
glamping consultants Crown
& Canopy, has identified seven
design principles to help create
exemplary sustainable tourist
accommodation.
The design guide is a call to
action to landowners, developers,
operators and investors to
join the National Forest – 200
square miles of newly planted
woodlands, farmland and
ancient forests across central
England – in creating a new
wave of sustainable tourism
accommodation.
Here we outline the main
learnings from the guide,
which can be applied to the
wider glamping industry to
create developments that
sit harmoniously with their
landscape, community and
guests, as well as contributing to
carbon reduction.
The design guide advises
readers to see these ideas as a
‘menu of options’ to be used
according to the needs of a
project and in line with ambition
and budget. The principles
are scalable and have been
developed to complement other
technical sustainability standards
including BREEAM and the Living
Building Challenge.
Download the guide at
www.nationalforest.org for
comprehensive explanations
and examples of each of the
principles. Below is a summary
and food for thought.
1. DEVELOP IN HARMONY WITH
THE FOREST CHARACTER
• Design to enhance forest
character
• Site buildings sensitively
• Engage with local history and
vernacular design
• Bring nature into interior
designs
2. DESIGN FOR HEALTH AND
WELLBEING
• Encourage active lifestyles
• Support mental wellbeing
• Encourage a connection with
others
• Strengthen connections with
the forest
• Ensure comfort for everyone
• Make the forest accessible
3. SUPPORT THE FOREST
COMMUNITY AND ECONOMY
• Create connections with your
neighbours
• Become part of a tourism
network
• Tell the National Forest story
• Inspire guests through
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“The design guide advises readers to see these ideas as
a ‘menu of options’ to be used according to the needs of
a project and in line with ambition and budget.”
CROWN & CANOPY
Sustainability
NFC/STUDIO ARCHETYPE
• Use or generate your own
renewable electricity
• Minimise carbon emissions for
secondary space heating
• Buy low carbon products
• Encourage low carbon transport
6. INTEGRATE WITH NATURE
• Understand your local
environment
• Promote space for nature
• Plant more trees
• Build for wildlife
7. MANAGE WATER WISELY
• Use mains water sparingly
• Change water use habits
• Use rainwater for irrigation
• Consider on-site wastewater
treatment
• Manage foul water sustainably
• Manage rainwater equitably and
sustainably
sustainable design
• Host forest activity groups
4. BUILD ETHICALLY AND
SUSTAINABLY
• Use low carbon construction
• Use natural materials
• Source materials responsibly
• Reuse and reclaim existing materials
• Assess your project’s life cycle
• Design for disassembly and longevity
• Reduce construction waste
• Invest in professional support
5. PROMOTE CARBON EMISSION
FREE HOLIDAYS
• Lower the energy use of your
buildings
• Thermal retrofit
CROWN & CANOPY
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Sustainability
CASE STUDY
Larkhill Tipis and
Yurts, Ceredigion
Having lived off-grid for over 25 years,
the owners of Larkhill Tipis and Yurts
take sustainability seriously. Harnessing
wind, water and solar power to generate
electricity, they promote low carbon
holidays in their colourful yurts and tipis.
The site is completely organic. All
cleaning products are ethically sourced
and eco-friendly (as are the complimentary
guest toiletries). No fertilisers (other than
homemade compost) or insecticides are
used on the land. There are compost
toilets as well as flushable ones with a reed
bed system used to naturally filter foul
water from the septic tank. And with all
food waste turned into compost to grow
vegetables, recycling is made easy.
The site is nestled beautifully within
the forest and wildlife is well looked after.
From woodland and hedgerow planting
to pond creation and leaving deadwood,
there’s plenty of space for nature to
flourish and a flock of rare breed sheep
help to manage the land.
LARKHILL TIPIS AND YURTS
CASE STUDY
Stargazers Wagon,
Herefordshire
Renovated from its early circus days
into a luxurious living space, Stargazers
Wagon is an excellent example of a
repurposed structure. The whole site
(including two timber cabins and the
owner’s cottage) is entirely off-grid, and
the wagon is inherently low impact and
well insulated which reduces energy use.
The 27-foot wagon sits within a
five-acre ancient wildflower meadow.
It’s grazed just once a year to enhance
biodiversity and the rest of the site is
kept wild to provide plenty of space for
nature.
Native tree planting and hedgerow
management creates habitat for small
mammals and birds. Fruit trees provide
food sources for birds as well as humans,
and the log piles dotted around are great
for reptiles and mammals.
Solar energy powers the low wattage
LED lights indoors. To minimise the
impact on bats and other wildlife, and
enhance the dark sky experience for
guests, there’s no outdoor lighting.
The experience of the trailer extends
outside with rustic timber decking,
seating and hot tub offering long views
of the open countryside. The minimal
interior is true to the nature of trailer
living, offering a back-to-basics appeal
for visitors.
CANOPY & STARS
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FOREST HOLIDAYS
Case Study
Forest Holidays, UK wide
Forest Holidays offers cabin holidays in 11
locations across the UK. For
45 years it has worked in
partnership with Forestry
England, Forestry and
Land Scotland, and
Natural Resources
Wales to provide
authentic experiences
in British forests.
Nature is central
to its business ethos.
Forest Holidays’ revenue
helps sustain the forests and its
Conservation Fund supports around 30 UK wide
conservation projects. It’s committed to improving
the biodiversity of sites and carries out extensive
monitoring and enhancement programmes with
its forest rangers and local Wildlife Trusts. Onlocation
education programmes led by trained
forest rangers encourage guests of all ages to learn
about the forest and wildlife around them.
Wellbeing is also a key part of the experience.
It’s the only holiday company in the UK with team
members trained in the ancient Japanese art of
shinrin-yoku or forest bathing.
The timber built cabins use pile foundations to
nestle into the forest environment in a low impact
manner, while spacious outdoor decking and large
window panels integrate the outdoor and indoor
spaces.
Forest Holidays is the first self-catering holiday
company of its type to have a bespoke BREEAM
scheme with BRE. Cabins are built with health and
wellbeing in mind, with plenty of natural light and
space, and everything is done to minimise impact
on the forest and the wider environment.
Case Study
Puckshipton
Treehouse, Wiltshire
Puckshipton Treehouse offers an authentic
treehouse experience. The site is entirely
off-grid and with no vehicle access
within three miles of the site, guests are
encouraged to hike or cycle the six miles
from the train station.
The beautiful timber structure is made
up of a sleeping pod, decked area and
mini lounge all suspended in the trees and
reached by a fluted walkway. A compost
toilet, outdoor shower, cooking hut and
firepit are at ground level and guests collect
their own firewood from the woodland.
Water for washing and cooking can be
heated over the open fire. Ecotoiletries are
provided to ensure no chemicals enter the
system, and lighting is provided in the form
of solar power and candles.
The owner, James, is an arboriculturist,
who is passionate about sustainability
and woodlands. He built Puckshipton
Treehouse, creating an experience that’s
truly wild and truly self-sufficient. The
treehouse blends into the woodland and
there is limited phone signal, leaving
guests to experience nature in its fullness,
whether that’s by lying in a hammock
listening to the wind in the trees or cooking
over an open fire.
CANOPY & STARS
Sustainability
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Interiors
SPOTLIGHT
COIR STORE
07884 303082
andy@coirstore.co.uk
wwwcoirstore.co.uk
Importers and purveyors of premium quality coir
matting for all glamping and event structures. A
durable, hard wearing product, chemical free and
naturally flame retardant with insulating properties.
Delivery is free on all orders within the UK mainland.
We deliver throughout the British Isles and further
afield if required. Trade enquiries welcome.
KINEDO
020 8842 0033
info@kinedo.co.uk
www.kinedo.co.uk
Kinedo manufactures a range of self-contained
shower cubicles that are perfect for tourist
accommodation including pods, cabins, washroom
facilities etc. Easy to install, each integrated cubicle
includes internal and external panels, door, tray,
shower valve and head and all fixtures and fittings.
Ideal for timber framed buildings.
MARQUEE FLOORS BY WILLIAM ARMES
01787 372988
info@marqueefloors.co.uk
www.marqueefloors.co.uk
Marquee Floors supplies traditional high-quality
matting for use in marquees, party tents and
exhibitions. From DandyDura – the market leading
polypropylene matting for marquee flooring in the
UK, through to DandyCoco, DandyWeave, Likelawn
Artificial Grass and some essential glamping and
sundry products. We have a range of products to
ensure that your event or structure has the perfect
finishing touch.
WILD HART
07971 869058
nick@wild-hart.co.uk
www.wild-hart.co.uk
Making your glamping unit unique will add pleasure
your guests won’t forget. Bespoke furniture is one
way to create a very special place. We tailor designs
to suit your requirements and, using sustainable local
timber, make something that will be remembered.
From solid wood beds to feature shelving, we can
help create something amazing that looks great and
functions well.
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ADVICE
Elements of Design
Laura Fredericks outlines the
seven elements of interior
design
1. Colour. Use psychology
to choose colours – cool
colours like blue and green
promote relaxation and calm
and are great for bedrooms
and bathrooms. Use purple
for sophistication and luxury
especially when paired with
greys or metallics. Light colours
make rooms feel more spacious
and dark colours add intimacy.
2. Space. This includes
the overall size of the
accommodation and the
intersection between positive
(furnished) and negative
(empty) space.
3. Texture. Texture adds depth
and intrigue and can completely
transform a space. It’s present
just about everywhere, from
walls and curtains to chairs and
pillows.
4. Pattern. Similar to texture,
patterns have the ability to
make or break the overall vibe
of a room.
5. Lines. Lines tell people
where to look and add a sense
of direction to a space. They’re
broken down into horizontal,
vertical, and dynamic, and
include everything from tables
and chairs to windows and
LITTLE BLACK BOOK
TOP TIPS
staircases.
6. Light. Similar to colour, light
– whether natural or humanmade
– helps set a mood. The
right lighting will make guests
feel relaxed, rejuvenated and
refreshed. The wrong lighting
can add to stress.
7. Form. Perhaps the most
general of all the interior design
elements, form refers to the
overall shape of a space and the
objects within it.
THINK ABOUT…
• Find your interior design
focus – how can you deliver
on your brand promise in a
visually-appealing way?
• Match form with function
– things should be easy to
use and understand, from
hooks and drawer pulls to
door handles, switches, and
faucets.
• Get inspired by your location
– this can be in the form of
materials, colours, period
styles, or decor pieces that
reference the destination.
• Futureproof – use movable
items and accessories to
reflect current trends.
• Find areas to highlight local
art and build bonds with the
local community.
Try an interior design app – Houzz, RoomScan Pro, Color911, and
Insplosion. Cvent Event Diagramming will also allow you to create
photo-realistic 3D renderings of your space down to the last detail.
Case Study
Holiday Home
Manufacturer,
Devon
Product: Shower cubicles
Supplier: Kinedo, 020 8842
0033, info@kinedo.co.uk,
www.kinedo.co.uk
One of the UK’s most renowned
holiday lodge suppliers, based
in Devon, teamed up with
Kinedo to provide integrated
shower cubicles for two
luxury holiday home models.
The larger lodges feature the
luxurious 1200x800 Kinemagic
Design with sliding doors in
the main bathroom and the
Kineprime Glass 800x800
recessed cubicle in an en-suite.
The smaller lodges feature
the family sized 1200x800
Kinemagic design in the single
bathroom.
Quick and simple to install
the cubicles feature easy-toclean
opaque glass internal
panels with Cristal Plus to all
glass surfaces to prevent dirt
and limescale build-up and
offer a luxury shower solution
for a top of the range holiday
lodge.
Interiors
MEET THE EXPERT
Laura Fredericks brings a decade of insight to improving marketing. She has experience starting and
scaling a business, driving customer marketing, and speaking at live events, including WeDC Fest
2018. She founded Describli and Paradigm Labs, and currently works with companies to improve their
customer relationship management and content strategy.
www.lightspire.co
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AGENCIES & BOOKINGS
SPOTLIGHT
QUALITY UNEARTHED
01348 830922
info@qualityunearthed.co.uk
www.qualityunearthed.co.uk
Employing Quality Unearthed to market your
property and book your accommodation gives
you immediate access to an existing customer
database and the benefit of our experience in
promotion. Despite these troubling times, we’re
still more than happy to take on your property.
We know what makes a great glamping structure
and holiday accommodation, and have proven
expertise in marketing the unusual.
WILDPOINT
07983 895455
hello@wildpoint.com
www.wildpoint.com
We empower landowners to monetise their land
for guests to discover and book stays with ease.
Use our platform to share your corner of the world
with campers and glampers; it only takes five
minutes to begin sharing your space and earning
money. There are no upfront listing fees and our
host commission is less than 10%.
UNIQUE HIDEAWAYS
01736 230140
hello@uniquehideaways.com
www.uniquehideaways.com
Established in 2013 and with a recent makeover
in 2021, we are a specialist marketing agency
for luxury glamping accommodation across the
UK. We provide free consultancy, helping you
from field to finish and beyond; it’s all part of our
unbeatable service. Our portfolio of hidden havens
is ever growing, reflecting our work to ensure your
hideaway is marketed to the highest standards.
GLAMPING HIDEAWAYS
01328 801387
enquiries@glampinghideaways.co.uk
www.glampinghideaways.co.uk/chooseglamping
Thanks to our growing portfolio of unique
locations, expert team of knowledgeable staff and
reputation for quality, Glamping Hideaways is a
great choice for those looking to get the most from
their glamping sites. We’re always on the lookout
for new, extraordinary locations and we will
ensure your glamping site is online, marketed and
bookable within two weeks.
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CASE STUDY
Copper Beech Glamping,
Staffordshire
Product: Letting Agency Services
Supplier: Quality Unearthed, 01348 830922,
info@qualityunearthed.co.uk,
www.qualityunearthed.co.uk
With their children showing little interest in
taking over the family farm, Steve and Tabitha
were concerned by what the future held for
their 86 acre estate. The physical toll of farming
combined with the uncertainty of future
support led them to explore their options for
diversification.
The tourism sector provided the logical
solution. After hours of extensive research,
they eventually settled on glamping, drawn
by the emphasis on nature along with the
comparatively low set-up costs.
Once their new venture neared completion,
Steve and Tabitha spoke to Quality Unearthed
– one of the UK’s few specialist glamping
agencies. They were able to provide the
support and platform to help their business hit
the ground running. Utilising their extensive
range of agency services, not to mention their
expert guidance amidst a global pandemic,
Steve and Tabitha were left to concentrate on
what mattered to them – the experience of
their guests, safe in the knowledge that their
financial future was secured.
CASE STUDY
Netherby Estate,
Cumbria
Service: Consultancy and marketing
Supplier: Canopy & Stars, 0117 204 7830,
ideas@canopyandstars.co.uk, www.
canopyandstars.co.uk
We’ve worked with Robert and his family
at Netherby since the launch of Netherby
Woodland Yurt on Canopy & Stars in 2014.
When they were looking for a follow-up
project, we toured their sheep-filled
parkland and assessed the site’s potential.
There was a perfect spot for a treehouse
and our industry insight and market
expertise gave them the confidence to
commit to the build.
Their treehouse achieves nightly rates
of £170-£300 and occupancy of over 80%.
We’re now helping them with an exciting
phase three!
Robert Graham from Netherby Estate
said: “Canopy & Stars couldn’t have been
more helpful from the beginning! They
were always available to discuss ideas and
provide us with examples of what guests
want. They gave us very accurate financial
figures on what similar treehouses made a
year, which made building Netherby a bit
of a no-brainer for us”.
AGENCIES & BOOKINGS
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AGENCIES & BOOKINGS
ADVICE
Promotion
Essential tips on letting your glamping
structure
So, you’ve set up your glampsite but what now?
Considering over 80 per cent of holidays are found
on the internet, you need to start building an online
presence. If you’re unable or unsure whether you can
do this yourself, get some help, there are plenty of
professionals who can guide you through.
In terms of content – it is important to create a
written copy of your story, which you can deploy in
various forms on websites, listings, publications,
and social media platforms. This is your chance
to elaborate on your theme and USP, but also an
opportunity to lay out every additional selling point
you may have. Remember to address your target
audience, so visualise the type of experience they
want to discover.
Be romantic and expressive without diverging
from the truth and try to create a real sense of
experience. Make sure you tie in events, things to do,
places of interest, restaurants, pubs, and anything
which is remotely relevant to the holiday.
It’s also vitally important from a search engine
optimisation (SEO) standpoint, because the more
authoritative things you mention, the greater
impact it will have on your Google search ranking.
Incorporate as many keywords or
search terms as possible, which will
further enhance your SEO.
PHOTOS
This is arguably the most important
factor in the whole process. Essentially,
your photos will sell your property and
as the competition increasingly hits
higher standards, they must be good!
The best photography captures something more
than just an inanimate object, it captures the real
essence of the experience. Night shots can also be a
great addition, with a crackling fire or twinkling stars
really exemplifying what glamping is all about.
It’s important to not misrepresent or ‘oversell’,
but your first pic or ‘hero shot’, should make you go
‘wow’. A great hero shot can double or even triple
your click through rate (CTR), vastly increasing the
number of visitors to your page.
ADVERTISING
Once you have an established website, you can start
driving traffic using Google advertising or pay per
click (PPC). In a nutshell, you will bid on keywords
or search terms relevant to your target audience, so
you appear at the top of the first Google page for that
search. Effective PPC also has an important timing
element. For example, more people book glamping
holidays on a Sunday or during bouts of good
weather. You can also tie in key holiday periods such
as Valentines or the summer holidays, which could
also improve your conversion rate.
AGENCIES
Even if you have a brilliant website, you might still
require additional help, particularly if you’re starting
up. You may want to enlist the help of a specialised
glamping agency. Agencies can help with everything
from copywriting, photography and creating a
theme, to your marketing approach and promotional
capabilities. They already have a dedicated
shop window for
showcasing similar
types of properties,
so offer an excellent
starting point for new
sites.
MEET THE EXPERT
Geno Cleal is a glamping expert at Quality Unearthed – a specialised glamping agency in Pembrokeshire.
Showcasing a range of unique and unusual holiday structures from safari tents to treehouses, Quality
Unearthed helps develop, market and promote glamping sites across the UK and France. www.
qualityunearthed.co.uk
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SPOTLIGHT
AGENCIES & BOOKINGS
THE WANDERLIST
info@thewanderlist.uk
www.thewanderlist.uk
The Wanderlist’s aim is to provide guests with luxury,
unique and inspiring accommodation from across
the UK while providing owners with an innovative
platform to advertise their properties and gain lots
of direct enquiries through professional and social
media marketing.
In a world of hungry commission driven travel
websites The Wanderlist strives to be personal,
passionate and always commission free.
CANOPY & STARS
0117 204 7830
ideas@canopyandstars.co.uk
www.canopyandstars.co.uk/
join-the-collection
The popularity of outdoor holidays is at an all-time
high and, as the UK’s leading glamping specialist, we
are the team to help you turn your wildest ideas into
a place to stay. We have over 10 years’ experience
as a dedicated glamping booking agent and are the
only company to offer a comprehensive consultancy
service including financial modelling, planning
permission advice, design and more.
PITCH AND CO
07736 380779
info@pitchandco.uk
www.pitchandco.uk
Pitch and Co is a collective of camping specialists
offering a comprehensive range of business
support for glampsites across the UK including
marketing and accountancy. Pitch and Co is
effectively a one-stop-shop of business services for
the industry.
Straight talking and non-corporate, the team can
offer invaluable advice on social media, websites,
photography, PR and communications.
RURAL ROOTS
www.rural-roots.co.uk
megan@rural-roots.co.uk
Public relations can be time consuming so to make
it as easy as possible, tourism PR specialist Rural
Roots Media has created a PR pack.
The pack is a download containing three ready to
go campaigns, including templated press releases,
social media copy and blog ideas, and a few secret
formulas to get your business noticed by the
mainstream press.
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CONSULTANTS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
SPOTLIGHT
TOWERGATE INSURANCE
0344 346 3270
commercialtradingchelt@towergate.co.uk
www.towergateinsurance.co.uk/glampinginsurance
Whether it be protection for glamping pods,
shepherd huts, safari tents or a site even more
unique, Towergate Insurance can offer flexible cover
for your glamping venue. With optional covers such
as employers’ or public liability, business interruption
and damage cover, speak to our specialist team to
create a policy tailored to your glamping site.
BUSINESSES FOR SALE
uk.businessesforsale.com
Born out of one man’s need to sell a business,
BusinessesForSale.com started in the mid-1990s
as an online bulletin board.
Since those early days, our passion for introducing
people who want to buy a business to those who
are selling a business has grown exponentially
along with the site – check out the Leisure
category for glampsites.
CROWN & CANOPY
info@crownandcanopy.co.uk
www.crownandcanopy.co.uk
Expert advice; we have extensive experience in the
glamping world and have provided development
and supporting services to landowners across the
UK and Europe.
Whether you’re just after some initial advice, or
would like us to support you on your glamping
journey, our services can take you from the outset
to completion. We work with and alongside farm
and estate owners, leading organisations, and
authorities.
ENCHANTED CREATIONS
01252 561060
sales@enchantedcreations.co.uk
www.enchantedcreations.co.uk
Enchanted Creations is passionate about providing
design-led and experience-based glamping
structures and alternative accommodation.
We are part of the Leisure Design Projects Group,
which means we can offer far more than just the
design and build of your accommodation, helping
with turnkey project management, masterplanning,
glamping feasibility studies, pre-planning and full
planning applications.
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ADVICE
Insurance
As glamping matures as an industry, so too are insurers’ attitudes to risk says
Towergate Insurance’s Joss Bentley
Glamping is a relatively young industry, and
in some respects still finding its feet. For some
business owners it presents a unique and
exciting potential to diversify their business,
however, it has presented challenges when it
comes to insurance and understanding the risk
in order to provide the right cover.
As the glamping industry matures,
underwriters are starting to learn more and
gain better insight into the risks, separating
glamping from standard holiday site insurance.
Although there is a way to go in terms of a full
understanding, the foundations are now in
place.
The key to making something insurable
is managing risk, thinking not only about
protecting your property but also limiting
the risk of liability. As yet, clear guidance on
this for glamping isn’t provided in the form of
regulation and legislation. There are currently
only a handful of insurers able to provide cover
for glamping sites. They can provide some
guidance to sites on what is insurable, such as
‘spread of risk’, but each insurer is different and
views risk differently.
With this in mind, at Towergate Insurance
there are some general guidelines that our
underwriters can work with. Simple things can
improve how your site is considered as a ‘risk’.
Here are some brief points to bear in mind:
distance of two meters away from fires, and
wood should be stored separately away from
stoves (not under or next to them)
• Your accommodation should be nonsmoking
with safe cigarette disposal
provided away from the structure, and
clearly indicated, such as a sand bucket
• Items such as fire pits and gas lanterns are
not popular with underwriters as they can
be hazardous to users, glamping structures
and the environment they are sited in, and
present a higher risk of accidents occurring.
Where you have any heating or live flames,
it is also essential to make sure you have
smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
installed
• Misuse and accidents are not the only
‘high risk’ you should consider, but also
the potential for storm damage. Insurers
will tend not to provide storm cover for
canvas constructed units as they’re more
susceptible to severe weather conditions. It
is recommended to use winter awnings for
protection, or ideally that units are taken
down and stored during the winter months
Insurers will want you to demonstrate you have
identified and are minimising risks. It is your
responsibility to your guests, as well as your
property, to limit any hazards.
CONSULTANTS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
• Spread of risk – have a minimum distance
between each glamping unit to minimise
any damage to one unit causing damage to
another
• Wood burners should be situated on a nonmetallic
(stone or similar) hard standing,
ideally in the middle of a structure
• Soft furnishings should be kept a minimum
*Towergate Insurance is a trading name of Towergate
Underwriting Group Limited. Registered in England
Company No. 4043759, Registered Office: 2 Minster
Court, Mincing Lane, London, EC3R 7PD. Authorised
and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
This can be checked on the FCA’s register by checking
the FCA website at www.fca.org.uk/register or by
contacting them on 0800 111 6768.
MEET THE EXPERT
Joss Bentley is part of the specialist team at Towergate Insurance*, offering glampsite owners
the protection and peace of mind to keep their businesses running smoothly. Towergate has
taken the time to understand the glamping market, tailoring cover to individual requirements
and specific risk. Get in touch about your glampsite www.towergateinsurance.co.uk
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Pop-up Glamping
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE UNDER CANVAS
07968 783325
hello@lifeundercanvas.co.uk
www.lifeundercanvas.co.uk
Life Under Canvas Made for Trade tents are perfect
for pop-up campsites, events, weddings and festivals.
An ideal solution for anyone looking for rental or
professional use, tents have fire retardancy to BS7837
plus extra features to provide you with a tough
hardwearing glamping structure.
Contact the friendly customer service team to discuss
discounts for bulk purchases.
WILD HARE EVENTS
07855 229568
info@wildhareevents.com
www.wildhareevents.com
Wild Hare Events is the largest supplier of Lotus
Belles in the UK and is partnered with a number of
other companies offering a complete one-stop-shop
for pop-up glampsites.
Its inventory includes a fleet of Lotus Belle tents and
interiors to sleep up to 300 people, and two Lotus
Mahal structures – perfect as a reception, bar, guest
lounge etc.
HONEYBELLS TENTS AND EVENTS
07817 672502
info@honeybells.co.uk
www.honeybells.co.uk
Established in 2010, we provide luxury tent hire
and sales to the event and glamping industries –
glampsites, festivals, weddings/parties, corporates
and even garden glamping! Whether you’re looking
for 10 or 300 tents, we have you covered. Honeybells
has proudly worked with many fantastic campsites,
venues, theme parks, temporary glamping projects
and individuals to offer our flexible long-term rental
hire packages.
HEARTHWORKS
01749 321210
info@hearthworks.co.uk
www.hearthworks.co.uk
Hearthworks have been making and supplying tipis
and yurts since 1999 and are the official tipi supplier to
Glastonbury Festival. With the pandemic taking its toll
on the festival and event industry, Hearthworks adapted
with the times and partnered with several beautiful
campsites around the UK to fulfil the growing demand
for glamping staycations. These range from romantic
getaways to family adventure holidays, showcasing the
beauty and diversity of the English countryside.
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ADVICE
Popping Up
Setting up a pop-up glampsite with advice
from the creator of Glastonbury’s Tipi Field
The pandemic has affected the event industry
more than most, with small independent
businesses adapting to survive. While larger scale
gatherings, like festivals, were forced to take a
hiatus, one of the areas of growth has been the
glamping sector. Here are my tips for setting up a
pop-up glampsite.
Location is key. For example, capitalising
on existing landscape features – beaches,
forests, local attractions. It could be an already
established holiday destination, a remote area
away from the crowds, or even very close to a
popular urban area with plenty of facilities.
The site-specific elements for setup all need
considering, especially access and water. Other
important considerations include parking,
pathways, drainage, electricity, recycling, waste
and Wi-Fi.
Tent camping is permissible for at least 28
days at one time (56 in 2021, and here’s hoping
for 2022…). However, exceptions exist, including
joining an organisation such as the Camping and
Caravanning Club or using garden land. You can
apply for planning permission for a campsite
licence, although it’s possible to start a temporary
campsite (for 42 consecutive days) with no licence
required.
BUY OR HIRE?
Should you buy in your accommodation or hire
it from a supplier? If you are DIY’ing it, keep
it as simple as possible – a small number of
units to start. Get to know and understand the
accommodation and learn how to maintain it.
For larger sites or something more high-end,
getting a supplier on board can be a great way to
hit the ground running and it allows you to focus
on other key elements, such as marketing or
hospitality.
Get to grips with potential pitfalls and
make sure everything is fully costed up. Under
budgeting overheads and running costs can
be disastrous. Be aware of hidden costs, eg.
transport to the laundry company. It’s easy to
underestimate the cost of staff such as cleaners
for the changeovers. If you skimp on these costs, it
can be inefficient and hurt your reputation.
Don’t rely on full-occupancy revenue as it can
be a crowded market in some areas. Keep an eye
on the competition’s prices and manage customer
expectations so they don’t have a disappointing
experience and leave bad reviews. Make sure
your marketing is clear, with any written text
and pictures. Build community relationships by
using local suppliers and staff to counteract any
complaints.
BOTTOM LINE
To make the glampsite project financially
sustainable, you will need to work out the cost of
your accommodation units, facilities and all the
other overheads. You can then decide what rate
to charge or even reconsider the number of units
available for rent as this will have quite an impact
on the revenue.
For example, if you have a 56-day glampsite
with 12 units with a predicted 75% occupancy
level, then on average eight units are rented out
per night. If the site costs come to £800 per night
then you could consider charging £150 per unit
per night to achieve a revenue of £1,200 per night,
which would be 1.5 times the cost. Over 56 nights
the total sales would be £67,200, the cost of sales
would be £44,800
and the profit
would be £22,400.
Not bad for two
months in the
fields!
Pop-up Glamping
MEET THE EXPERT
Tara Weightman is the founder of Hearthworks, the award-winning tipi and yurt makers who create
the famous Glastonbury Tipi Field. The company has been designing bespoke tipis and yurts in the
heart of Somerset since 1999 and supplies events, festivals and campsites with their structures.
www.hearthworks.co.uk
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DIRECTORY
FINANCE
FIT OUTDOOR FINANCE
07932 075754
mark@fitoutfinance.co.uk
www.fitoutfinance.co.uk
The only broker offering bespoke
funding for outdoor hospitality
equipment. Huge experience
and understanding – call for a
free, informal chat.
BONDSTONES
01823 210610
enquiries@bondstones.co.uk
www.bondstones.co.uk
Delivering creative solutions to the
most challenging scenarios. Call
today!
KPG DESIGN ASSOCIATES
01452 260110
enquiries@kpgdesignassociates.co.uk
www.kpgdesignassociates.co.uk
Comprehensive architectural and
planning services for the rural
community.
EXEMPT ORGANISATIONS
FREEDOM CAMPING CLUB
www.freedomcampingclub.org
A family orientated exempted
caravan and camping organisation.
THE GREENER CAMPING CLUB
www.greenercamping.org
Exempted camping organisation
representing some of the most ecofriendly
sites.
WOODLAND CHAMPIONS CLUB
www.woodlandchampions.co.uk
Approved exempted provider,
helping landowners start glampsites
and plant trees.
FRANCHISES
FOLK2FOLK
01566 773296
enquiries@folk2folk.com
www.folk2folk.com
Business loans to grow, diversify or
adapt.
Disclaimer: Your property against which
the loan is secured could be at risk if you
don’t meet payments. Your capital is at risk
and is not protected under the Financial
Services Compensation Scheme. FOLK-
2FOLK Ltd is authorised and regulated by
the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered
office: NUMBER ONE Business Centre, Western
Road, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 7FJ.
MID WEST PLANNING
01952 276745 / 07779 785867
phil.plant@midwestplanning.co.uk
www.midwestplanning.co.uk
Planning and design consultants
to rural businesses, specialising
in lodge/camping sites, diversification
and agricultural development
in England and Wales.
AMBER’S BELL TENT CAMPING
ambersbelltents@hotmail.co.uk
www.ambersbelltents.co.uk
Franchise-opportunities
Join us and create a rewarding
business and lifestyle opportunity.
FURTHER.SPACE
028 9099 3499
info@further.space
www.further.space/partners
Partner with us and create a
sustainable tourism business.
PLANNING
WIGWAM HOLIDAYS
0131 450 7136
hello@wigwamholidays.com
www.wigwamholidays.com
Diversify your land with the UK’s #1
glamping franchise.
ACORUS RURAL PROPERTY
SERVICES
01392 873900 / 01284 753271
ask@acorus.co.uk
www.acorus.co.uk
A nationwide ‘one stop shop’
planning and design consultancy
advising rural businesses on all
forms of diversification in the
countryside.
STEPHEN LOCKE ASSOCIATES
01952 670106
info@stephenlockeassociates.co.uk
www.stephenlockeassociates.co.uk
A comprehensive portfolio of
services to guide you through
the complexity and variability
of land, property, planning and
environmental challenges.
WILDA CABINS
partner@wildacabins.com
www.wildacabins.com
Join us to create design-led back
to nature staycations on your
land. Low start-up costs and
industry leading support.
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INFRASTRUCTURE
LANDSCAPE & EXTERIORS
DIRECTORY
CARAVAN PARK ELECTRICAL
SERVICES
01790 753153
sales@cpes.co.uk
www.cpes.co.uk
Market leaders in the design,
manufacture and installation of
electrical distribution systems on
holiday, park home and touring
parks.
GROUNDSCREWS4U (GS4U)
07803 084232
www.gs4u.co.uk
Eco-friendly, cost-effective alternative
to concrete sub-base and
building regulations compliant.
Can be installed anywhere
regardless of ground conditions
and access.
FFC LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECTS
01782 791506
ffclandscapearchitects@gmail.com
www.ffc-landscapearchitects.co.uk
Landscape design enhances
and creates settings for your
development, assisting from
planning stages to making the
best of your site.
FUJICLEAN UK
07500 626463
info@fujiclean.co.uk
www.fujiclean.co.uk
Discrete, low odour, efficient
sewage treatment systems from
Japan. Tell us your sewage
problems and we would love
to help!
PORTABLE POWER
TECHNOLOGY
01474 761051
alicia@portablepowertech.com
www.portablepowertech.com
We are specialists in off-grid
power and offer a wide range of
solutions perfect for glamping.
Give us a call!
SANIFLO
ann.boardman@saniflo.co.uk
www.saniflo.co.uk
0208 842 0033
Manufacturer of domestic and
commercial pumps, macerators and
lifting stations.
FFC GARDENMAN
033 2008 333
sales@gardenman.co.uk
www.gardenman.co.uk
Immerse your guests in the outdoors
with our stunning garden
furniture, including casual and
formal sets fit for any occasion.
GLAMPSAN
0800 999 6010
info@glampsan.com
www.glampsan.com
Glampsan supplies solutions
for capturing, managing, storing
and pumping water and waste at
off-grid glamping, camping, and
caravan sites.
0800 999 6010
info@glampsan.com
Capturing
waste
‘off grid’
Prices from
£6,616 inc VAT
& delivery
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DIRECTORY
MUDCONTROL
01536 669630
sales@mudcontrol.co.uk
www.mudcontrol.co.uk
Mudcontrol - durable,
ecologically sound products
made of 100% recycled plastic,
which come with a rock solid 20
year warranty.
STIGA
0800 669 6326
www.stiga.com/uk
High-end mowers and groundcare
equipment for commercial use.
TENSILE STRUCTURES
BCT OUTDOORS
01274 728469
info@bctoutdoors.com
www.bctshop.co.uk
Over 120 years of British tent manufacturing
and design heritage.
BOND FABRICATIONS
01453 767171
enquiries@bondfabrications.co.uk
www.bondfabrications.co.uk
Leading British design and
manufacture of bespoke, luxury
tented structures.
HEARTHWORKS
01749 321210
info@hearthworks.co.uk
www.hearthworks.co.uk
Traditional tipis and yurts handcrafted
in Somerset to bespoke
specifications.
MONGOLIAN YURTS
07974 139078
fred@mongolianyurts.co.uk
www.mongolianyurts.co.uk
High quality authentic Mongolian
yurts for all your glamping needs.
THE REALLY INTERESTING
TENT COMPANY
01262 470475
info@thereallyinterestingtent
company.co.uk
www.thereallyinterestingtent
company.co.uk
Designers/makers of yurts.
We are thrilled to have supplied
yurts nationwide and across
Europe.
PERFO GROUND
REINFORCEMENT (S2T Group)
01992 522797
info@perfo.co.uk
www.perfo.co.uk
Permeable interlocking PE tiles
for parking, access, pathways
and hardstandings. Easy/
quick to install into grass or
crushed stone. Environmentally
sustainable.
BOUTIQUE CAMPING
0203 319 1315
info@boutiquecamping.com
www.boutiquecamping.com
British designs, globally recognised!
Your ‘one-stop-e-shop’ for
premium tents, glamping gear
and an impeccable support service
to help business’s flourish!
• Sewage Treatment •
• Sales •
• Installation •
TEAM
SEPTIC
01295 236 101
sales@theseptictankstore.co.uk
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TIMBER INTENT
01297 444416
07909 966422
mail@timberintent.co.uk
www.timberintent.co.uk
Eco-friendly, timber and fabric
tensiles. Permanent, temporary,
standard and bespoke.
Garden Party Hypars and more.
Call us for a chat.
CEDAR TREE PODS
01978 800988
info@cedartreepods.co.uk
www.cedartreepods.co.uk
Cedar Tree Pods is an
award-winning family business
based in North Wales making
stunning glamping pods and
bespoke builds.
FRAME & LOG CABIN CO
01472 852704
info@frameandlog.co.uk
www.frameandlog.co.uk
Design, supply and build of
high specification timber frame
structures, offering on and offsite
build solutions for UK and
export.
DIRECTORY
SOLID STRUCTURES
BESPOKE HIDEOUTS
07703 387322
enquiries@bespokehideouts.com
www.bespokehideouts.com
Crafting bespoke glamping cabins
and tiny homes to maximise
your business potential. Get in
touch to discuss your perfect
design.
ECOLODGIC
01603 339089
info@ecolodgic.com
www.ecolodgic.com
Suppliers of high quality glamping
lodges made in Norfolk using
UK grown sustainable timber.
HAZELWOOD HUTS
07398 144 736
paul@hazelwoodhuts.co.uk
www.hazelwoodhuts.co.uk
We are designers and manufacturers
of high quality shepherd
huts for glamping, gardens and
workspaces.
CASTLES CAREY
07714 754378
sales@castles-carey.co.uk
www.castles-carey.co.uk
Sympathetic design, robust construction
and an experienced,
considerate and hard-working
team makes Castles Carey
glamping creations the right
choice.
ENCHANTED CREATIONS
01252 561060
sales@enchantedcreations.co.uk
www.enchantedcreations.co.uk
We design and construct
imaginative retreats for the
staycation and luxury glamping
market including treehouse
accommodation and bespoke,
luxury cabins.
LOGSPAN
01389 734 572
info@logspan.com
www.logspan.com
We supply 11m2 Sleeper Pods
to fully insulated lodge retreats,
constructed with the same high
quality timber – bespoke designs
possible.
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DIRECTORY
MAC CABINS
0800 999 1564
help@maccabins.co.uk
www.maccabins.co.uk
South West’s leading supplier of
sustainable log cabins, glamping
pods, timber lodges to grow your
space/business in the leisure
industry.
THE QUBE ECO TINY HOMES
01604 785786
ecotinyhomes@theqube.co.uk
www.thequbeecotinyhomes.co.uk
For all things tiny home and
luxury accommodation related,
be sure to get in touch with The
Qube.
SLOPE SPACES
07526 204760
hello@slopespaces.com
www.slopespaces.com
Contact us for further information
on our innovative maintenance
free, building control
compliant designs. Together
creating your vision.
PODZ R US
07767 733044
info@podzrus.com
www.podzrus.com
Over nine years’ experience as
a high quality glamping pod
manufacturer in the UK. Bespoke
design service for unique pods.
TITHE BARN SHEPHERD HUTS
01262 470475
info@shepherd-huts.com
www.shepherd-huts.com
Build your own shepherd hut
with our kits including full plans
and comprehensive step-bystep
photographic and written
instructions.
WILD HART
07971 869058
nick@wild-hart.co.uk
www.wild-hart.co.uk
Designer/makers of bespoke
cabins, playspaces and furniture.
Eco-cabins feature sheepswool,
local timbers and solar power –
bespoke and at reasonable cost.
We design, manufacture
and install low carbon
impact, sustainable
luxury structures inspired
by nature for private
landowners and the
hospitality sector
01453 767171
www.bondfabrications.co.uk
enquiries@bondfabrications.co.uk
www.urbanblossom.co.uk
hello@urbanblossom.co.uk
unique designs for unique experiences
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FACILITIES
CHEEKY MONKEY TREEHOUSES
01403 732452
info@cheekymonkeytreehouses.co.uk
www.cheekymonkeytreehouses.co.uk
From children’s tree forts to play
areas to glamping treehouses.
GLAMPTUBS
01926 504067
sales@glamptubs.com
www.glamptubs.com
Supplying high quality hot tubs for
the glamping industry for over 10
years. Choose internal/external log
burner, oil or electricity.
KIRAMI UK
01748 889303
kirami@thelogcompany.com
www.thelogcompany.com
Finnish company Kirami is
the largest hot tub supplier in
Europe with more than 10,000
wood fired tubs sold annually.
PROSMOKE BBQ
01295 981580
sales@prosmokebbq.co.uk
www.prosmokebbq.co.uk
Year-round premium BBQ equipment
supply and consultancy. Everything
from large commercial smokers,
glamping pod BBQs, charcoal/wood
fuels and more.
REWORKSHOP
07714 719441
reworkshopwales@gmail.com
www.reworkshopwales.co.uk
Sustainable campsite and offgrid
infrastructure, toilets, showers
and much more. Specialists
in bespoke design, build and
remote delivery/installation.
INTERIORS
AIROSPRING MEDICAL
0115 8240560
sales@airospring.com
www.campingtoppers.co.uk
Airospring manufacture
comfortable and washable
mattress toppers for glamping,
motorhomes and caravans. Try
sleeping on air.
COIR STORE
07884 303082
andy@coirstore.co.uk
wwwcoirstore.co.uk
Importers and purveyors of
premium quality coir mats and
half-moons for all glamping and
event structures.
KINEDO
020 8842 0033
info@kinedo.co.uk
www.kinedo.co.uk
A self-contained cubicle range,
renowned for quick and easy
installation.
MARQUEE FLOORS BY
WILLIAM ARMES
01787 372988
info@marqueefloors.co.uk
www.marqueefloors.co.uk
Suppliers of DandyDura, the UK’s
leading marquee matting. Offering
a full range of accessories and
sundries to assist your structure.
MATTRESSMAN
0800 5677625
www.mattressman.co.uk
Provide guests with sumptuous
sleep with our brilliant range of
mattresses, featuring options for
all budgets, support and filling
types.
WILD HART
07971 869058
nick@wild-hart.co.uk
www.wild-hart.co.uk
Designer/makers of bespoke sustainable
furniture, play spaces and
eco-cabins.
AGENCIES & BOOKINGS
CANOPY & STARS
0117 204 7830
ideas@canopyandstars.co.uk
www.canopyandstars.co.uk
The UK’s longest standing marketing/
booking agent in the glamping
industry.
DIRECTORY
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DIRECTORY
GLAMPING HIDEAWAYS
01328 801387
enquiries@
glampinghideaways.co.uk
www.glampinghideaways.
co.uk/choose-glamping
A beautiful selection of unique
glamping locations with a
reputation for quality, backed by
an expert team of knowledgeable
staff.
QUALITY UNEARTHED
01348 830922
letting@qualityunearthed.co.uk
www.qualityunearthed.co.uk
Glamping structure letting and
marketing, specialists in marketing
the unusual. Treehouses,
cabins and unique spaces –
expert advice on starting out.
UNIQUE HIDEAWAYS
01736 230 140
hello@uniquehideaways.com
www.uniquehideaways.com
Marketing unique places to stay
across the UK. We provide free
consultancy, helping you from
field to finish and beyond.
GO GLAMPING
info@goglamping.net
www.goglamping.net
The UK’s original and leading advertising
platform for glampsites
since 2008.
PITCH & CO
07736 380779
info@pitchandco.uk
www.pitchandco.uk
Comprehensive glamping business
support including social media, PR
and sustainability.
THE RURAL TRAVEL GUIDE
editor@ruraltravelguide.co.uk
www.ruraltravelguide.co.uk
Digital magazine. The ultimate
guide to rural Britain. From
castles to campsites and field to
fork. List for just £199.
THE WANDERLIST
info@thewanderlist.uk
www.thewanderlist.uk
The Wanderlist is personal, passionate
and always commission fee.
WILDPOINT
07983 895455
hello@wildpoint.com
www.wildpoint.com
We empower land owners to
monetise their land and help
careful campers to discover and
book stays with ease.
CONSULTANTS &
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
BUSINESSES FOR SALE
uk.businessesforsale.com
Check out the Leisure category for
camping/glamping sites for sale.
Prices from
£6,616 inc VAT
& delivery
Boutique Glamping
Developments
01458 258199
www.morelcompany.co.uk
Advertise your glampsite
on the UK's leading luxury
camping website.
www.goglamping.com
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CROWN & CANOPY
info@crownandcanopy.co.uk
www.crownandcanopy.co.uk
We have extensive experience
in the glamping world,
providing landowners business
development and supporting
services in the UK and Europe.
TOWERGATE INSURANCE
0344 346 3270
commercialtradingchelt@
towergate.co.uk
www.towergateinsurance.
co.uk/glamping-insurance
Our specialists can help you
arrange cover for glamping pods,
shepherd huts, safari tents and
other unique sites.
HONEYBELLS TENTS AND EVENTS
07817 672502
info@honeybells.co.uk
www.honeybells.co.uk
We provide luxury tent hire and
sales to the event and glamping
industries, offering flexible longterm
rental hire packages.
DIRECTORY
POP-UP GLAMPING
BOUTIQUE CAMPING
0203 319 1315
info@boutiquecamping.com
www.boutiquecamping.com
Your one-stop-shop for exclusively
designed tents and accessories!
ENCHANTED CREATIONS
01252 561060
sales@enchantedcreations.co.uk
www.enchantedcreations.co.uk
Passionate about providing
design-led and experiencebased
glamping structures and
alternative accommodation.
From pods and cabins, to lodges
and treehouse accommodation.
HEARTHWORKS
01749 321210
info@hearthworks.co.uk
www.hearthworks.co.uk
Traditional tipis and yurts handcrafted
in Somerset to your bespoke
specifications.
WILD HARE EVENTS
07855 229568
info@wildhareevents.com
www.wildhareevents.com
The UK’s largest supplier of Lotus
Belle tents for events.
LIFE UNDER CANVAS
07968 783325
hello@lifeundercanvas.co.uk
www.lifeundercanvas.co.uk
Great quality canvas tents
carefully chosen by our team.
Standard, fire retardant and
trade options. Excellent
customer service – see reviews.
FRIAR BEST INSURANCE
SERVICES
01394 383868
enquiries@friarbest.co.uk
www.friarbest.co.uk
Well established insurance
brokerage with exclusive facility
for flexible insurance ‘tailored’ to
provide the protection needed
for glamping site owners.
Cedar Tree Pods is a family
business based in North Wales.
Making only the highest quality
glamping pods and builds, we
can make your dreams a reality.
Get in touch to discuss
your ideas with us.
info@cedartreepods.co.uk | 01978 780859 | www.cedartreepods.co.uk
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QUICK FIND BY SECTOR
FINANCE
FIT OUTDOOR FINANCE
07932 075754, mark@fitoutfinance.
co.uk, www.fitoutfinance.co.uk
FOLK2FOLK
01566 773296, enquiries@folk2folk.
com, www.folk2folk.com
PLANNING
ACORUS RURAL PROPERTY
SERVICES
01392 873900, ask@acorus.co.uk,
www.acorus.co.uk
BONDSTONES
01823 210610, enquiries@bondstones.co.uk,
www.bondstones.co.uk
KPG DESIGN ASSOCIATES
01452 260110,
enquiries@kpgdesignassociates.co.uk,
www.kpgdesignassociates.co.uk
MID WEST PLANNING
01952 276745 / 07779 785867, phil.
plant@midwestplanning.co.uk,
www.midwestplanning.co.uk
STEPHEN LOCKE ASSOCIATES
01952 670106,
info@stephenlockeassociates.co.uk,
www.stephenlockeassociates.co.uk
EXEMPT ORGANISATIONS
FREEDOM CAMPING CLUB
www.freedomcampingclub.org
THE GREENER CAMPING CLUB
www.greenercamping.org
WOODLANDS CHAMPIONS CLUB
www.woodlandchampions.co.uk
FRANCHISES
AMBER’S BELL TENT GLAMPING
ambersbelltents@hotmail.co.uk,
www.ambersbelltents.co.uk
FURTHER.SPACE
028 9099 3499, info@further.space,
www.further.space/partners
WIGWAM HOLIDAYS
0131 450 7136,
hello@wigwamholidays.com,
www.wigwamholidays.com
WILDA CABINS
partner@wildacabins.com,
www.wildacabins.com
INFRASTRUCTURE
CARAVAN PARK ELECTRICAL
SERVICES
01790 753153, sales@cpes.co.uk,
www.cpes.co.uk
FUJICLEAN UK
07500 626463, info@fujiclean.co.uk,
www.fujiclean.co.uk
GLAMPSAN
0800 999 6010, info@glampsan.com,
www.glampsan.com
GROUNDSCREWS4U (GS4U)
07803 084232, www.gs4u.co.uk
PORTABLE POWER TECHNOLOGY
01474 761051, alicia@portablepowertech.com,
www.portablepowertech.com
SANIFLO
ann.boardman@saniflo.co.uk,
www.saniflo.co.uk, 0208 842 0033
LANDSCAPE & EXTERIORS
FFC LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
01782 791506, ffclandscapearchitects@gmail.com,
www.ffc-landscapearchitects.co.uk
GARDENMAN
033 2008 333, sales@gardenman.
co.uk, www.gardenman.co.uk
MUDCONTROL
01536 669630, sales@mudcontrol.
co.uk, www.mudcontrol.co.uk
PERFO GROUND REINFORCEMENT
01992 522797, info@perfo.co.uk,
www.perfo.co.uk
STIGA
0800 669 6326, www.stiga.com/uk
TENSILE STRUCTURES
BCT OUTDOORS
01274 728469, info@bctoutdoors.
com, www.bctshop.co.uk
BOND FABRICATIONS
01453 767171,
enquiries@bondfabrications.co.uk,
www.bondfabrications.co.uk
BOUTIQUE CAMPING
0203 319 1315, i
nfo@boutiquecamping.com,
www.boutiquecamping.com
HEARTHWORKS
01749 321210, info@hearthworks.
co.uk, www.hearthworks.co.uk
MONGOLIAN YURTS
07974 139078, fred@mongolianyurts.
co.uk, www.mongolianyurts.co.uk
THE REALLY INTERESTING TENT
COMPANY
01262 470475, info@thereallyinterestingtentcompany.co.uk,
www.thereallyinterestingtentcompany.co.uk
TIMBER INTENT
01297 444416,
mail@timberintent.co.uk,
www.timberintent.co.uk
SOLID STRUCTURES
BESPOKE HIDEOUTS
07703 387322,
enquiries@bespokehideouts.com,
www.bespokehideouts.com
CASTLES CAREY
07714 754378, sales@castles-carey.
co.uk, www.castles-carey.co.uk
CEDAR TREE PODS
01978 800988, info@cedartreepods.
co.uk, www.cedartreepods.co.uk
ECOLODGIC
01603 339089, info@ecolodgic.com,
www.ecolodgic.com
ENCHANTED CREATIONS
01252 561060,
sales@enchantedcreations.co.uk,
www.enchantedcreations.co.uk

FRAME & LOG CABIN CO
01472 852704, info@frameandlog.
co.uk, www.frameandlog.co.uk
HAZELWOOD HUTS
07398 144736, paul@hazelwoodhuts.
co.uk, www.hazelwoodhuts.co.uk
LOGSPAN
01389 734572, info@logspan.com,
www.logspan.com
MAC CABINS
0800 999 1564, help@maccabins.
co.uk, www.maccabins.co.uk
PODZ R US
07767 733044, info@podzrus.com,
www.podzrus.com
SLOPE SPACES
07526 204760, hello@slopespaces.
com, www.slopespaces.com
THE QUBE ECO TINY HOMES
01604 785786,
ecotinyhomes@theqube.co.uk,
www.thequbeecotinyhomes.co.uk
TITHE BARN SHEPHERD HUTS
01262 470475, info@shepherd-huts.
com, www.shepherd-huts.com
WILD HART
07971 869058, nick@wild-hart.co.uk,
www.wild-hart.co.uk
FACILITIES
CHEEKY MONKEY TREEHOUSES
01403 732452, info@cheekymonkeytreehouses.co.uk,
www.cheekymonkeytreehouses.co.uk
GLAMPTUBS
01926 504067, sales@glamptubs.
com, www.glamptubs.com
KIRAMI UK
01748 889303, kirami@thelogcompany.com,
www.thelogcompany.com
PROSMOKE BBQ
01295 981580, sales@prosmokebbq.
co.uk, www.prosmokebbq.co.uk
REWORKSHOP
07714 719441,
reworkshopwales@gmail.com,
www.reworkshopwales.co.uk
INTERIORS
AIROSPRING MEDICAL
0115 8240560, sales@airospring.com,
www.campingtoppers.co.uk
COIR STORE
07884 303082, andy@coirstore.co.uk,
wwwcoirstore.co.uk
KINEDO
020 8842 0033, info@kinedo.co.uk,
www.kinedo.co.uk
MARQUEE FLOORS BY WILLIAM
ARMES
01787 372988, info@marqueefloors.
co.uk, www.marqueefloors.co.uk
MATTRESSMAN
0800 5677625,
www.mattressman.co.uk
WILD HART
07971 869058, nick@wild-hart.co.uk,
www.wild-hart.co.uk
AGENCIES & BOOKINGS
CANOPY & STARS
0117 204 7830, ideas@canopyandstars.co.uk,
www.canopyandstars.
co.uk
GLAMPING HIDEAWAYS
01328 801387, enquiries@glampinghideaways.co.uk,
www.glampinghideaways.co.uk/choose-glamping
GO GLAMPING
info@goglamping.net,
www.goglamping.net
QUALITY UNEARTHED
01348 830922,
letting@qualityunearthed.co.uk,
www.qualityunearthed.co.uk
THE RURAL TRAVEL GUIDE
editor@ruraltravelguide.co.uk,
www.ruraltravelguide.co.uk
THE WANDERLIST
info@thewanderlist.uk.
www.thewanderlist.uk
UNIQUE HIDEAWAYS
01736 230140,
hello@uniquehideaways.com,
www.uniquehideaways.com
WILDPOINT
07983 895455, hello@wildpoint.com,
www.wildpoint.com
CONSULTANTS &
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
BUSINESSES FOR SALE
uk.businessesforsale.com
CROWN & CANOPY
info@crownandcanopy.co.uk,
www.crownandcanopy.co.uk
ENCHANTED CREATIONS
01252 561060,
sales@enchantedcreations.co.uk,
www.enchantedcreations.co.uk
FRIAR BEST INSURANCE SERVICES
01394 383868, enquiries@friarbest.
co.uk, www.friarbest.co.uk
TOWERGATE INSURANCE
0344 346 3270, commercialtradingchelt@towergate.co.uk,
www.towergateinsurance.co.uk/
glamping-insurance
POP-UP GLAMPING
BOUTIQUE CAMPING
0203 319 1315,
info@boutiquecamping.com,
www.boutiquecamping.com
HEARTHWORKS
01749 321210, info@hearthworks.
co.uk, www.hearthworks.co.uk
HONEYBELLS TENTS AND EVENTS
07817 672502, info@honeybells.
co.uk, www.honeybells.co.uk
LIFE UNDER CANVAS
07968 783325,
hello@lifeundercanvas.co.uk,
www.lifeundercanvas.co.uk
WILD HARE EVENTS
07855 229568, info@wildhareevents.
com, www.wildhareevents.com
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GET TO WORK
ACTION PLAN A good place to jot an outline plan before refining on a spreadsheet
Time Frame Action Items Objective
What needs to be done?
What needs to be achieved?
0-30
days
Eg. Research the market
Eg. Find data on UK-wide
and local glampsites
30-60
days
60-90
days
90-120
days
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Participants Resources Contacts
and help
Who should take this action?
What do you need to
complete this step?
Detail key contacts
Eg. Miss Glamptrepreneur
Eg. Online glampsite
aggregator directories
Eg. A fab contact in The Little
Black Book of Glamping, page…
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Key Contacts
A place to log conversations and move your project forward
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Contact name:
Contact details:
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FUNCTION VENUES
EVENTS
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> Events Report
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> Changing Diets
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GLAMPSITES
CASE STUDIES:
EVENTS
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› Market Research
› Testing Times
› Contingency Plans › Booking Channels
› Necessary Change
CASE STUDIES:
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STAYCATION
INVESTMENT
FUNCTION VENUES GLAMPSITES
EVENTS
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› Tree Advice
› Event Glamping
/ /
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CASE STUDIES:
FUNCTION VENUES
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/ /
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GLAMPSITES
› Casual Excellence
› Planning Exemptions
EVENTS
THE ORCHARD AT MUNSLEY • HOLLY WATER HOLIDAYS • LANTERNS AT CHESTER ZOO
Customer
First
› 2021 Predictions
Marketing Post-Covid
FUNCTION VENUES
› Delegation
› Instagram 1
/
› Start-up Venues › Small Space Design
CASE STUDIES:
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EVENTS
› Placemaking
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