With summer having reared its bright and toasty head, you’re probably looking to go over the hills and far away with your caravan. The great British outdoors isn’t famed for nothing and you’ll definitely be spoilt for choice picking which caravan sites to spend your break at. Looking for caravan site suggestions? We’ve done the leg-work and picked out 5 of the best caravan sites the UK has to offer!

Ross Park – Devon

Having been named the winner out of 100 sites in the South-West and been crowned with the 2012 ‘Campsite of the Year’ award, you can hardly deny that Ross Park is a heavyweight in the caravan site world. Surrounded by tranquil views of Dartmoor, this 5 star Devon family caravan site has an affordable tariff, for £15.50 – you’ll get a pitch and a 16-amp electric hook-up. A centrally heated amenities block equipped with free hot showers and a dish-washing room is also provided. Ross Park stands out by having its own dog exercise area, which even comes with doggie showers! The caravan park has its own on-site bar and restaurant, complete with a conservatory, to sit inside when it’s raining! The kids will also be kept entertained with its three state-of-the-art activity centres. Whatever you want from your holiday – you can guarantee Ross Park has it and more!

North Shore Holiday Centre – Skegness

Located near Skegness and its famous tourist attractions, this fun-packed, family orientated caravan site is unique – even providing its own live evening entertainment. North shore provides caravanners with 16-amp electric hook-ups, chemical disposal points, and even deluxe washing facilities. The site’s tariff ranges from between £17.50 and £24.00 a night for a pitch, depending on the season and where you’re pitched. At North Shore, you can partake in a bit of Bingo or play a spot of tennis, especially if you want to burn off the calories consumed at Butlins! There’s something for everyone and it really epitomizes what ‘Skeggy’ – as the locals call it, is all about.

Nant Mill Touring Park – North Wales

Recognised as one of North Wales’ best caravan sites, Nant Mill overlooks the coastline of the Irish Sea and offers an incredible experience for caravanners. Located near the rustic town of Prestatyn, the 4 star campsite is flanked by Irish history and harbours old stone buildings, duck ponds and a children’s adventure play-area. From £16 a night for a pitch, it’s one of the quieter and more secluded caravan sites. Dogs are permitted and the site provides 10-amp electric hook-up points, chemical disposal points and toilet facilities. Nant Mill also has some other additional features including a book exchange library and mobile/laptop charging stations for you internet addicts!

Ord House Country Park – Northumberland

This 5 star, award-winning country park is situated just outside Berwick-upon-Tweed, a tranquil coastal town located south of the Scottish borders. This 44 acre campsite lavishly offers electric hook-ups, heated free showers and hot baths – they even have family bathroom suites. The youngsters will be kept entertained with the site’s superb exploring grounds and newly refurbished adventure playground – complete with it’s own mini-golf course! And if that’s not enough, Ord House is also near Bamburgh Castle and the Farne Islands, two of the North-East’s most famous historic locations. At competitive prices of only £15 a night for a pitch, you know you want to book up!

Glencote Caravan Park – Staffordshire

With its fresh moorland air and idyllic settings, Glencote Caravan Park is a breath of fresh air for caravanners. Situated at the edge of the Peak District, it boasts natural beauty and is teeming with wildlife. Dogs go free and it’s £25 a night for a pitch – not bad for a luxurious family-owned park. Testimonials from caravanners assert that Glencote Caravan Park is the best site they’ve pitched at and that the owners go out of their way to help you – they even put your awning up and change your waste water! What more could you ask for? There’s also the added bonus of having Alton Towers nearby for you thrill-seekers!

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