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4. Choice Essentials
The World’s first
inflatable roof rack
The HandiRack is a unique, inflatable roof rack that can be fitted
in just a few minutes. It’s perfect for those who enjoy the outdoor
life, adventure sports and travelling. Designed to work hand in hand
with the HandiHoldall, to offer an easy and cost effective (it is
interchangeable between vehicles) way to gain more space.
The HandiHoldall makes light work of transporting up to 50kg of camping
gear, luggage and all sorts of holiday paraphernalia and can be packed away
neatly when not in use. It can also be used with metal roof bars with an additional
fitting kit (£15.99).
The 2009 HandiHoldalls will be available from May at £79.99 plus £14.99 for the roof
bar fitting kit and The HandiRack costs £49.99 from www.handirackuk.com
Out with the old, in with the new
Spring is here so just as you would ditch your boots
With summer on our doorsteps, for your sandals, ditch your big all terrain
three-wheeler for a much lighter model. The
theBabaSling™ is just the right Maclaren Quest Sport weighs just
product to get mums and dads out and 5.5kg and comes with a
about with baby. shopping basket and rain cover
A sunny holiday flopped on the beach and features a one-hand
or an action packed adventure, compact umbrella fold. The
lockable front swivel wheels make
theBabaSling™ is strong and versatile it easy to manouver and the seat
so you don’t have to hold back. also reclines for afternoon naps
With seven different making this pushchair perfect
carrying positions you can for days out, whether you
travel by car, bus, train,
wear your baby in the most comfortable position and be plane or boat!
hands free to enjoy yourself. The Maclaren Quest is
Available in seven cheery colours and only £39.95 suitable from three months
makes it the perfect holiday essential whatever the up to a maximum weight
of 15kg. RRP £140
destination. www.theBabaSling.co.uk For stockists call 01327
841 310 or visit
Choice Giveaway: 2 x theBabaSling™ www.maclarenbaby.com
Britwave Summer Fashions
Kevin Foord
“Staycations”, is the trend for the summer collection at John Lewis, with Brits
predicted to stay at home to holiday this year. Included in the collection are
colourful cardigans, 50s' inspired swimwear and Hunter Wellingtons – perfect for
coastal holidays or summer festivals.
Britwave Best Fashion Buys from John Lewis by Peter Ruis, Director of Buying, Fashion
1. Summer dresses – tie dyed style by Paul and Joe Sister £159 or Full Circle floral tea dress £89
2. Bikinis – Purple animal print bikini by John Lewis (£20 bikini top, £15 briefs) or Fuchsia 50s
style by John Lewis (bikini top £20, and bikini shorts £18)
3. Cardigans – Cashmere boyfriend cardigan by John Lewis £89 or yellow, blue, purple and black
striped cardigan by Jaeger £180
4. Sunglasses – Classic tortoise shell style £145 by Dior or Wayfarer style by John Lewis £10
5. Welly Boots by Hunter available in pink, black, green and navy £55
6. Swimsuits – Purple polka dot style by John Lewis £53.50 or Blue Avalon tankini by Sea Folly
(tankini top £73, and tankini bottoms £31.)
7. Rain macs – Beige with large black buttons by John Lewis £99
8. Footwear – Gladiator sandals by Steve Madden £100 or Canvas pumps by Keds in red or
white £25.99
9. Waterproof bucket hats by John Lewis available in pink, black, red and bronze £15
10. Umbrellas by Lulu Guinness monochrome striped style £24 www.johnlewis.com
5. Reviews & Giveaways
www.swimhut.com
www.swimhut.com
15% off at www.swimhut.com
Wash it, squash it, and go –
every parent should have one! New SwimDresses exclusive in the UK
The wonderful washable, squashable highchair is to SwimHut.com are now available
now available with alfresco fasteners to fix to The stylish SwimDresses are designed to be
outdoor and pavement style chairs. practical yet beautiful with an integrated tummy
The Totseat converts chairs of all shapes and sizes (including mesh panel and pants. Ideal for those who want
camping chairs) into a safe haven for a tot who can sit unaided, more coverage from their swimwear, active mums or
it’s the ideal accessory for camping and caravanning – minimal those who like to be able to party and swim without
luggage (folds up into it’s own bag), and maximum impact. changing in between!
SwimHut.com offers a fantastic range of swimwear,
Totseat is the most adaptable product of its type in the UK, and bikinis and tankinis from a selection of leading brand
is the only one to carry the logo of the Child Accident names, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, all year round!
Prevention Trust (CAPT) in recognition of its safety credentials.
To claim your 15% discount, enter the code:
The Totseat comes in a range of funky colours and costs £21.50 CHPC2009
+postage from www.totseat.com 15% discount is valid until Sunday 19 July 2009.
This code should be printed in capitals (the
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Get connected
with motormonkey
The smallest, lightest in-car charger in the world, the
motormonkey packs the power to keep your phone
connected and your music motoring on even the longest
car journey.
The motormonkey comes with adaptors for the most
popular makes of mobile phone and also the connectors
for iPod / iPhone, BlackBerry, Sony PSP – other adaptors
Choice Giveaways can also be purchased if required. The slim line design
means that the motormonkey is unobtrusive in your car
(it sits flush against the 12 volt DC charger socket) and
How to enter: Entries can be made by going to: you can leave it plugged in, without worrying about
draining your car’s battery.
www.choicetravelinfo.com Each Kit Includes: 1 x motormonkey unit; 1 x Samsung M300 / G600
before Friday 17 July 2009 and entering your adaptor; 1 x Nokia & mini Nokia adaptor; 1 x USB retractable cable; 1
x mini USB adaptor for Motorola Razr, BlackBerry, and other USB
details under ‘competitions and giveaways’. The powered devices; 1 x Sony-Ericsson K750i wide adaptor; 1 x DC 4.0
winner will be announced and published on the adaptor for Sony PSP and some digital cameras; 1 x LG Chocolate
adaptor.
website. Terms and conditions on the website. Available from powertraveller.com priced £20.
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8. ituated in the heart of the English Riviera, oburne’s parks are based in many traditional
S Hoburne Torbay has a unique continental
feel. Enjoying stunning panoramic views and
easy access to sandy beaches, there’s lots to see
H seaside and picturesque countryside locations,
including Cornwall,
Devon, Dorset, Somerset,
and do both on site and in the immediate area. Hampshire and the
Cotswolds.
The Premier caravan range is the ideal option
for families looking for a little more space in For more information
their holiday accommodation. Equipped to a visit
very high specification, these 12ft wide holiday www.hoburne.com
homes are no more than four years old and
are fully equipped for your family’s luxury
holiday.
Facilities at Hoburne Torbay include: Hoburne Torbay,
Licensed Club with season long Grange Road, Goodrington,
entertainment Paignton, Devon
Sammy Seahorse Club 01803 558010
Bayview restaurant, bar and deck
Hoburne Bowl*
Indoor leisure pool with flume,
steam and sauna rooms
How to enter
To be in with a chance of winning a one-week
Heated outdoor pool holiday in a 3-bedroom Premier caravan at Hoburne
Crazy Golf* Torbay in Paignton, Devon for a family of up to 6,
Beach hut snack bar and takeaway simply go to:
The Reef – indoor soft play area
Pool* www.choicetravelinfo.co
Satellite TV in the clubhouse m before Friday 26 June 2009 and enter your
Kids’ adventure playground details under ‘competitions and giveaways’. The
Amusement Arcade* winner will be published on the website.
Launderette *charges apply
Prize cannot be taken between 18 July and 21 August
and must be taken by 31 October 2009.
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11. perfect rural retreat, 7
Further info visit the Heart of
Somerset, home to 6
1 Cornwall the Blackdown, 5
www.visitcornwall.co.uk Brendon and 3
Tel: 01872 322900 Quantock Hills,
2 Devon Somerset Levers and 4
www.discoverdevon.com Moors and the historic 2
Tel: 0870 608 5531 towns of Taunton,
3 Somerset Wellington,
www.celebratingsomerset.com Wiveliscombe – all
1
Tel: 01934 750833 with their own unique
4 Dorset character and style.
www.dorsetforyou.com Somerset is alive
Tel: 01305 251000 with history and Wiltshire unites the districts of Kennet, West Wilts,
legend – walk in the North Wilts, Salisbury and South Wilts with the Borough of
5 Bristol & Bath Swindon. With a population of nearly 430,000, much of the
www.visitbristol.co.uk footsteps of King
Arthur and King county is designated as an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural
Tel: 0906 711 2191 (Bristol: 50p/min)
www.visitbath.co.uk Alfred, explore Beauty’.
Tel: 0906 711 2000 (50p/min) Exmoor – home of The mystical force that surrounds the world-famous
Lorna Doone and visit Stonehenge can sometimes overshadow the sheer beauty of
6 Wiltshire
the mysterious this area. It’s breathtaking countryside, the open downland
www.visitwiltshire.co.uk
Tel: 0870 240 5599 (charged at standard rate) Glastonbury Tor, rising where uninterrupted views stretch for miles, ancient forests,
out of the Somerset picture postcard villages and the sparkling clear waters of the
7 Gloucestershire river valleys are perfect for outdoor activities all year round.
www.gloucestershire.gov.uk
Levels (ancient
wetlands) like a Explore Europe’s largest man-made prehistoric mound,
Tel: 01452 505345
beacon. Silbury Hill and the White Horse Trail where you can search
for the eight white horses that are carved into the hillside,
Dorset is home to the World Heritage Site of the Jurassic some of which can be seen for miles.
Coast and its fossils dating back more than 190 million years. Wiltshire has over 7,500 walking paths and cyclists will
With seven miles of golden beaches, parks and gardens, love the traffic free country lanes with a series of routes range
Bournemouth is Dorset’s little gem, combining traditional from family friendly off-road routes to the 160 mile, long
splendour with modern facilities. Poole Harbour is Europe’s distance, Wiltshire Cycleway route.
largest natural harbour and is a stunning location for all types
of watersports. Amongst the scenery, attractions and Gloucestershire is the ideal place to visit at any time
picturesque villages, the spectacular and much of the year. Covering most of the Cotswolds, the ancient
photographed geological features of Durdle Door, Lulworth Forest of Dean and the Vale of the River Severn, long
Cove and Old Harry Rocks are worth seeing. summer days can be enjoyed kayaking or 4x4 racing, or
From historic market towns such as the County town of drinking in one of the many lively pubs. Stroll amongst the
Dorchester, to seaside fun, dramatic cliffs and sweeping Bluebells in Spring on your way to an antique shop or castle
beaches, West Dorset truly offers something for everyone! and in Autumn, watch the sleepy villages come to life as the
Walkers can choose the magnificent Heritage Coast or the trees change colour. In Winter, cosy restaurants with
many way-marked routes inland. log fires and magnificent cathedrals are
more than welcoming.
Bristol is famous for Brunel who designed the Clifton Many historic towns,
Suspension Bridge, Actor Cary Grant and Sir Humphrey villages and splendid
Davy who discovered laughing gas and invented the miners’ manor houses can be
safety lamp. In the 18th century, Bristol was the second found in the county,
largest port in the country and it was here that Brunel’s ss including the homes of
Great Britain was built. Launched in 1843, this was the first many celebrities. In
iron, propellant-driven ship to cross the Atlantic. Today, ehenge
addition to the e – Ston
Wiltshir
much of the character and charm of Bristol’s maritime past spectacular countryside,
still remains and is used mainly for leisure and recreation. Gloucestershire has
Bristol will cater for your every need with an array of new some outstanding
and old shopping areas, arts and museums, green spaces and historical buildings,
parklife and for the adventurous, you can go rock climbing in including Gloucester
the Avon Gorge, paddle through the harbour or mountain Cathedral,
bike through Ashton Court Estate. Tewkesbury Abbey
Bath is home to the Thermae Bath Spa, the only place in and the stunning
the UK where you can bathe in natural hot waters. The Regency buildings
World Heritage Site of Bath is one the most stunning places of Cheltenham Spa. D orset –
in Britain with some of the most famous architectural Corfe C
astle
masterpieces in Europe such as the Roman Baths & Pump Whether you go in seek of the
Room, Royal Crescent, Bath Abbey and Pulteney Bridge. Jurassic coastline and dramatic cliffs of Devon and
Apart from being the perfect base in which to explore the Dorset, the magnificent cathedrals of Salisbury and
north-east of Somerset and the Cotswolds, Bath itself offers Gloucester, the famous spa in Bath or the maritime
its visitors a wealth of quality attractions, shopping history in Plymouth, the south-west of England has a
experiences, theatre and restaurants in traditional yet
delight around every corner.
modern surroundings.
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12. PORTHTOWAN TOURIST PARK
Tel: 01209 890256 Email: admin@porthtowantouristpark.co.uk
www.porthtowantouristpark.co.uk
Cornwall
Completely level site, ideal • Food shop • Play area
for families and couples • Games room • Golf
who want to relax and • Horse riding • Laundrette
enjoy the quiet of the • Showers • Hook-up
surrounding countryside. • Calor gas • Caravans
Centrally located for • Motor homes • Camping.
touring Cornwall, close to Prices for 2009: Two
beach, new toilet block, people, car & unit, incl.
80 pitches. electric hook-up £11.50 to
£19.
Open April to September
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13. GLOBE VALE HOLIDAY PARK
nr. Redruth and North Coast Cornwall
Cornwall
Plots available to purchase a new holiday home of your choice
• Quiet Countryside
Location • Pets accepted
• Open Feb–Nov
Paul & Louise Owen
01209 891183
www.globevale.co.uk
info@globevale.co.uk
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14. Cornwall
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15. Cornwall
Devon
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16. Devon
Dorset
Glocestershire
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17. Glocestershire
~ CARAVAN FOR HIRE ~
Here at Lakeside you and your family can be sure of a fun-filled and relaxing stay, on site at the camp or out and about in
Minehead town. The beach is only two mins walk with golden sands and panoramic views of the sea and beautiful north
Somerset
hill and golf course. While walking the Avenue, checkout the Somerset Light Railway and Belhelm Gardens or take a bus
ride on the 300 to Lynton and Lynmouth or go onto Illfracombe on a return ticket. Also on the way to Lynmouth over
outstanding Exmoor, you will pass the infamous Culbone Inn.
Static caravan. Sleeps 8. Central heating. Cooker, Fridge, Grill, Microwave,
Oven. Separate dining area. Garden, Parking, Patio. Heated pool. TV. 1 Three-
bed bedroom, 1 Double bedroom, 1 Twin bedroom. 1 Shower room.
Local activities: Cycling, Biking, Golf, Sailing, Waterskiing, Diving, Surfing,
Windsurfing, Fishing, Paragliding, Swimming, Horse riding, Tennis.
Call Mr P B Murphy on 07739 104622
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18. Oxford, Dreaming Spires
The South-east of England has been an Sussex is home to miles of dramatic coastline, from
inspiration for many storytellers and writers the golden sands of Camber in the east to the inlets of
over the years. Idea’s for the children’s Chichester Harbour in the west. Family-friendly beaches
classics Alice in Wonderland, Charlie and can be found at Worthing, Bognor Regis, Littlehampton,
the Chocolate Factory and the Chronicles of Eastbourne and Brighton – England’s city by the sea.
Narnia all arose from this region which Within the Sussex countryside, the beautiful South
includes the counties of Berkshire, Downs has over 2000 miles of well-managed trails ideal
for walking, cycling and horse-riding. The 160km South
Hampshire, Surrey, Buckinghamshire, Isle Downs Way takes you from the coast at Eastbourne to the
of Wight, Kent, Oxfordshire and Sussex. city of Winchester in Hampshire, passing across the Seven
Kent is divided into three main areas – Sisters chalk cliffs and the Devil’s Dyke.
Medway and Maritime Kent; The Heart of Kent Delve into Sussex’s towns for even more treasures. The
and Canterbury and Coastal Kent and together town of Battle is the site of the most famous battle in
they create a unique combination of coast, English Heritage, The Battle of Hastings. Amberley is a
countryside and historic attractions. beautiful town on
Medway is the historical capital of Maritime the River Arun with
Kent and is the ideal destination for a relaxing
short break. Step back in time with a visit to
many flint walled,
thatched cottages
Getting there
The Historic Dockyard at Chatham where and a medieval castle • Chiltern Railways
over 400 years of naval history are brought (now a hotel) and the www.chilternrailways.co.uk
medieval town of Tel: 08456 005 165
back to life. Canterbury and Coastal Kent
has the famous White Cliffs of Dover, the Rye, now a thriving • National Rail Enquiries
traditional Victorian seaside resorts of market town www.nationalrail.co.uk
Ramsgate and Folkestone and a blend of overlooks Romney 0845 48 49 50
culture, heritage and tradition. The Marshes and was • Green Line Buses
Cathedral city of Canterbury is now a once surrounded by www.greenline.co.uk
UNESCO World Heritage Site and sits sea! Tel: 0870 608 7261
on the River Stour in one of the most Surrey is the • Metrobus
attractive corners of rural Kent. The most wooded county www.metrobus.co.uk
Heart of Kent offers more castles, in the country and Tel: 01293 449195
stately homes and gardens open has the highest point • London Gatwick Airport
to the public than any other in the south-east of www.baa.com
region in Britain. England with Tel: 0870 000 2468
20. Berkshire
Hampshire
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21. Isle of Wight
Kent
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22. THRIFTWOOD HOLIDAY PARK
Beautiful park set in 12 acres of woodlands.
Kent
Enjoy the tranquillity of the “high spot” of Kent.
Outdoor heated pool, clubhouse, games room.
Touring/tent pitches. Holiday caravans to hire.
Open 11 months of the year. London only 25mins.
Stanstead, Sevenoaks, Kent TN15 7PB
Tel: 01732 822261
PRIMROSE COTTAGE CARAVAN PARK
Golden Hill, Whitstable, Kent CT5 3AR
Tel: 01227 273694 Email: campbell_brian@btconnect.com
Small, quiet site with views of the sea. Superstore, chemist
and cafe close by, coach/bus stop walking distance. Pitches
for tents and touring caravans with electric hook up points,
level site. Pets welcome.Toilets, showers, chemical disposal
unit.Tourist information. Agent for Calor Gas.
PLUS! 6/7 berth static caravans for hire
Oxfordshire
RELAX IN SUSSEX
Modern caravans for hire or sale on quiet
Sussex
Country Park near Lewes and South Downs.
Easy access to coastal resorts of Brighton
and Eastbourne.
No clubhouse or swimming pool but nearby
pub/restaurant. Sorry no children.
Bluebell Holiday Park, Shortgate nr Ring-
mer, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6PJ
Tel: 01825 840407
www.bluebellholidaypark.co.uk
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26. Essex
Norfolk
ELM BEACH is a quiet, 4-star Caravan Park situated overlooking a clean,
sandy beach. We offer 2 or 3 bedroom Caravans, sleeping up to 6 people, fully
equipped and heated, for hire from March through to New Year. Also available…
3 bedroom luxury detached bungalow just a stones throw from the beach.
For details/brochure call 01493 721630 e-mail enquiries@elmbeachcaravanpark.com
or visit our website www.elmbeachcaravanpark.com
CABLE GAP HOLIDAY PARK
Relax in the peace and quiet of our family-run, top-award-winning park, right
next to a sandy beach. Ideal for exploring Norwich, Great Yarmouth and the
Norfolk Broads. Our comfortable Rose Award-winning caravans are equipped
to a high standard with free gas, electricity, colour TV.
Village shops and pubs nearby. Plus small shop on site.
For full-colour brochure and details of special offers phone 01692 650667
email: holiday@cablegap.co.uk www.cablegap.co.uk
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27. BLUE RIBAND HOLIDAYS
Great Yarmouth ~ Caister ~ California ~ Scratby ~ Hemsby
Norfolk
Bungalows, cottages, chalets & caravans and a
choice of 12 locations. Pets welcome. Close to
sandy beaches, many with cabaret club-houses,
swimming pools & entertainment. Spring &
Autumn short breaks. Small family discounts, all
credit/debit cards accepted.
Free brochure tel: 01493 732943
www.blueribandholidays.co.uk
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28. Norfolk
Suffolk
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31. Shropshire
Staffordshire
Heart of England
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32. Derbyshire – Ladybower Rsvr
The East Midlands consists of
Northamptonshire, Rutland, Leicestershire,
Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and
Lincolnshire and can be found in the centre
of the UK, just east of the Heart of England. 6
Northamptonshire is scenically beautiful, 5
rich in tradition, heritage, charming stone villages, 4
majestic stately homes, gardens and castles.
2
Rutland is England’s smallest county and a little 3
piece of old England, hidden away in the heart of
the country where charming thatched cottages
and fine Georgian architecture are reminiscent 1
of a bygone age. Leicestershire is a diverse
county with a lively and vibrant city teamed
with traditional British countryside and
stunning waterways. The diverse scenery of
qualities from some of
Derbyshire and the Peak District is a
paradise for walkers, cyclists, extreme sports
England’s cleanest
beaches at Skegness
Further info
enthusiasts and the more relaxed lovers of and Mablethorpe to the
the great outdoors. This county has 1 Northamptonshire
tranquillity of the www.explorenorthamptonshire.co.uk
something to offer everyone from Wolds.
breathtaking landscape, to bustling market 2 Leicestershire &
towns. Nottinghamshire is home to From the unspoilt
Lincolnshire Vales 3 Rutland
the world’s most famous out-law, Robin www.goleicestershire.com
Hood and the legendary Sherwood and the magical
Forest. It has also turned out many Fens to the well-kept 4 Derbyshire
creative greats including the poet secret that is www.derbyshire-thepeakdistrict.co.uk
Lord Byron and the designer Paul Rutland, there is a 5 Nottinghamshire
Smith, and is well known for its piece of unspoilt www.nottinghamshiretourism.co.uk
vibrant nightlife. Lincolnshire East Midlands for
is the largest county in the East 6 Lincolnshire
everyone! www.visitlincolnshire.com
Midlands and has a wealth of