Heatwave fuels surge in camping gear sales
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Awnings, chairs and gear sees huge boost
With the previous June officially announced as England’s hottest on record, and July following suit, UK caravanners are embracing the sunshine – and upgrading their kit.
Macaulay Nichol Content Editor: Caravans
Macaulay Nichol Content Editor: Caravans
A huge increase in awnings and outdoor gear
Outdoor gear retailer Trail.co.uk has reported a 332% increase in awning sales, alongside major spikes in searches for campsite/camping ideas and essentials.
Popular accessories include:
- Awnings
- Air gazebos
- Coolboxes, picnic blankets and beach trolleys
- Folding chairs
“With the hottest June on record rolling straight into a scorching July, it’s no surprise caravanners are out in force.
We’ve seen a real surge in demand from caravan owners for practical extras like air gazebos for instant shade, coolboxes to keep food and drinks chilled, foldable chairs and tables for relaxing outdoors, and even beach trolleys and picnic blankets for days out by the sea.
It’s lovely to see so many people embracing the UK summer and making their campsites feel like a true home from home.”
Trail’s new range of awnings offers up to 58 square feet of extra space, complete with skylights and quick set-up systems.
Awnings are now on sale from £299.99, with Caravan magazine readers getting 15% off using the code CaravanMag.
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