by Tom Leaning
As the summer hots up, it’s the perfect time to get outside and explore the UK countryside and what better way to do it than by steam train? From taking a journey back in time on the great central railway in Leicestershire, to reaching the peak with ease on the Snowdon railway, the Caravan and Motorhome Club has a range of sites located near popular steam railway lines all over the UK.
The East Lancashire Railway chugs through the Irwell valley with beautiful scenery and charming villages along the way. Complete your journey with a stay the Burrs Country Park Club Site in Lancashire, which is perfect for all the family with a river, countryside walks and plenty of outdoor activities including canoeing and abseiling.
A stay at the Burrs Club Site costs from £22.10 based on two adults per pitch, per night in a caravan or motorhome.
Stay on the right track this summer with a visit to the Churnet Valley Railway in Staffordshire which passes through scenic countryside and sweeps visitors back to the days of classical rail travel. Stay at the Springhill Club Site which is located between Stoke on Trent and Uttoxeter with outstanding views over the nearby countryside. The site is located close to several National Trust sites including Sudbury Hall, or for the more creative, why not try your hand at pottery making at the Gladstone Pottery Museum in Stoke on Trent?
A stay at the Springhill Certified Location is priced from £11.50 based on two adults per pitch, per night in a caravan or motorhome.
Go full steam ahead this summer on the Great Central Railway in Loughborough which is the UK’s only double track, main line heritage railway. The railway is on the old route that linked key cities including Manchester, Sheffield and London. Stay at the Littleover Farm Club Site in Loughborough which is a relaxing site perfect for walking and near to the towns of Kegworth and East Leake.
A stay at the Littleover Farm Certified Location is priced from £15.00 based on two adults per pitch, per night in a caravan or motorhome.
Reach the peak in style on the Snowden Mountain Railway which is the country’s highest mountain reaching a massive 1,085m and towering over the Snowdonia National Park. Stay at the Coed-T-Llwyn Club Site located in the stunning Snowdonian National Park with a range of water sports available at nearby Lake Bala and sandy beaches at the Lleyn Peninsula.
A stay at the Coed-y-Llwyn Site is priced from £21.00 based on two adults per pitch, per night in a caravan or motorhome.
South Devon Railway is a seven mile stretch on the former Great Western Railway which dates back to 1872 where enthusiasts can enjoy exploring the valley of the River Dart. The railway is located 19 miles from Dartmouth and is a great day out for all ages. Stay at the Start Bay Club Site which is less than a mile from the seaside making it the perfect summer destination.
A stay at the Start Bay Club Site is priced from £17.80 based on two adults per pitch, per night in a caravan or motorhome.
Don’t miss a display of British steam train excellence as the Flying Scotsman, the Tornado and the Rocket take to the tracks in September 2017 as part of the Barrow Hill Roundhouse Steam Gala. Enjoy all this by staying at the Norwood Farm Site in Nottinghamshire which is close to Sherwood Forest and has good walking and cycling paths nearby.
A stay at the Norwood Farm Club Site is priced from £10.00 based on two adults per pitch, per night in a caravan or motorhome.
For more information, please visit www.camc.com
