Holiday Parks Management Magazine Issue 2

Shaping the Future to the Holiday Park & Leisure Industry www.holidayparksmanagement.com

Trade Supplies to Holiday Parks Caravan Parks and Camping Sites

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Welcome to UK Campsite Finder Advertise your Campsite or Park on the NEW LOOK www.ukcampsitefinder.co.uk website. This website receives thousands of visits daily.

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Dont Be an April Fool grab this great offer for a Premium Listing on UK and the European Website Just £50 €60 Euros for the year • Web link and e-mail • Up to 8 Pictures • Descriptive text about your park • Google maps with Street view • Video/slide show (Optional) • Special offers and discounts to our card members (Optional) - Shown on • •

Full Details page of your listing Add your Online Booking ULR Free Premium Listing on the new European website

New Home Page randomly showcases Premium listings which enables you to: • Add your Late Availability weekly • Submit News and Press Releases • Show Discounts offered by parks to Card Members Nina Blanchard UK Campsite Finder, info@ukcampsitefinder.co.uk Tel: 01432 263219 Mob: 07799 430327 www.ukcampsitefinder.co.uk www.campsitefindereurope.com

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About U s Maggie Media Ltd is an energetic business offering a website called Holiday Parks Management and magazine to clients throughout the UK and Europe. The company, which is located in Hereford, was set up in October 2010 and the owner has over 12 years of experience in the Camping and Caravans sector and the Leisure and Groundcare Industry.

Maggie Media Ltd has a growing network of clients, situated throughout the UK, including Haven Holidays, RMS Global, The Log Pod, KMJ Property.

Helping clients to source supplies and services throughout the year, the company provides businesses with a professional website and magazine. With B2B suppliers to the Holiday Park Industry and experienced personnel, the services are designed to improve performance and help with Holiday Park Management.

The Management team are more than able to oversee the company, having owned and are still running the very successful website called www.ukcampsitefinder.co.uk with major clients like Park Holiday UK, Holgates, South West Lakes Trust, Argos, Outdoor World to name but a few.

The company is owned by Nina Blanchard who has been involved in the Caravan Parks, Holiday Parks and Leisure Industry for many years.

Now online www.campsitefindereurope.com Designed and produced by Printplus 01432 272025 www.printplushereford.co.uk Pictures courtesy of Park Holidays UK and Coles Nurseries Ltd

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Husson has a wide variety of products catering for toddlers through to teenagers and adults. Husson’s emphasis has always been on quality of product and quality of service. As our slogan suggests, “Designed for Play, Engineered to Last” we strive to provide a product that will require minimal maintenance and provide maximum play value for as long as possible.

Husson has an efficient, dynamic design and sales team within the UK and with the backing of a large European manufacturer this enables its staff to retain a close working relationship with customers and continue to provide an extremely high standard of customer service.

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ith over forty years of commitment and service in the children’s sector of the Leisure & Amusement industries, and with the largest single source range of coinoperated children’s rides and play equipment available anywhere in the UK, World of Rides continue to be the market leaders in providing leisure operators with the most popular and highest earning equipment and rides… to keep their customers returning again and again for more!

hrough creativity, innovation and conviction we aim to be a leading force in the field of play, this is our company vision. Sutcliffe Play is experienced in providing specialist play equipment and we design to encourage creativity, leaving as much as possible to children’s imagination.

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Their long-proven and high earning range of battery-operated Trikes, Go-Karts, Bumper Boats and Bumper Cars are all ‘Parent & Child’ twin seat rides, that have all been engineered strongly enough to allow the parent or guardian to accompany any smaller children that may be a little too nervous to ride them on their own, which is a safety consideration that is gladly endorsed by both the Health and Safety Executive BACTA ( A.D.I.P.S.) and Local Authority inspectorates.

All their rides can also be used either indoors or outdoors, without any Air Pollution or Noise Pollution, and due to their safe 12v and 24v DC motive power they allow leading operators around the World to provide their young guests and visitors to their Resort Arcades, Family Entertainment Centres, Visitor Attractions, Hospitality Centres, Activity Centres, Holiday Parks and Theme Parks, with the most profitable and fun to use range of battery rides available… whatever the weather!

So popular and profitable are their battery operated rides proving to be, that every year more and more operators are building one or more indoor go-kart tracks, bumper car rinks and bumper boat pools to replace their older and lower earning traditional play equipment.

Larger, higher-powered 24v DC Twin-Seat Go-Karts and Off-Road Cars are also available for the teenagers and adults to also enjoy!

World of Rides also supply the largest range of commercial rental quality Quadricycles, Pedal Cars, and Hydrobikes… in order for operators to promote ‘Family Fitness & Fun’… as well as Land Trains, Tub Trains and much, much more… which can all be viewed on their website: www.worldofrides.com

Tel: 0191 49 20 999 info@worldofrides.com

Fax:0191 49 20 888 www.worldofrides.com service and manufacture in the UK, we also offer free play area design service, free site survey and free project management.

Quality runs as a thread through everything that we do. We try to do what is best for children and our customers, generally going beyond what is required by industry standards.

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We build in an element of risk, to ensure play spaces are stimulating and challenging and believe passionately in “inclusive play”, we do this in an invisible way, allowing all children to play side-by-side.

Knowledge is what others say stands us apart – knowledge of children, play, inclusion, accessibility, design, materials, and landscape.

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aloo specialises in outdoor sports and fitness equipment that is fun and inclusive for all ages and abilities. Our key product, outdoor fitness equipment, is fast becoming the must have facility in schools, open spaces, and holiday parks.

Say goodbye to muscle gym and individual training sessions and say hello to exercise with a difference. No resistance except your own weight, no instructor and no pressure. Have a chat with friends and family as you cycle or step. Swing and twist from side to side as you watch the kids in the park. Before you know it you will enhance your health by keeping active without even realising you are exercising! And with our fitness equipment being suitable for ages 7 to 107 years, you just might find yourself exercising alongside mum, dad, and even granddad!!

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But our commitment to making exercise fun does not stop here…….we have a range of super strength table tennis tables for those who like the “Forest Gump” approach to exercise and a new mini golf range available in sets from 6 to 18. We all know mini golf can be more a case of

luck than skill which makes it an ideal family game and a great chance to finally beat dad at something!

Both products are manufactured from RESITEC HD surface which is fully waterproof, will not rot, split, deteriorate or require maintenance.

The perfect solution to an all year round facility.

And there’s more……..our colourful, multi platform play units are awash with fun activities for children to explore including play panels, slides and climbers and are all DDA compliant. Our units encourage interactive, stimulating and imaginative play for all abilities. All units are manufactured in accordance with the European Standard EN1176.

Caloo’s products are made to challenge every part of the body and specifically target the face. We can guarantee that during participation on any one of our units, you will inevitably end up with what is commonly know as face ache(the result of continuous smiling and/or laughter)!!

Enjoy yourself, go with the flow and have fun. Choose Caloo for your outdoor sports and play requirements and Let The Fun Begin!

info@caloo.co.uk www.caloo.co.uk

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Press release | March 2011

Unlike traditional bark, it won’t freeze or go mouldy and so it lasts 10 times longer which cuts out the need to pay for annual replacements.

Reaping rewards with Re-Bound’s rubber bark N innovative alternative to traditional bark is helping holiday park owners create safe, longlasting play areas all year long.

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Recycling experts Re-Bound are the UK’s largest manufacturer of recycled rubber garden products – transforming millions of old car tyres into colourful rubber bark every year.

Re-Bound’s colourful rubber bark is a versatile alternative to traditional bark and can add a splash of vibrancy to playgrounds.

As well as being an aesthetic addition to any holiday park, the fade and stain-resistant rubber bark is also extremely practical and cost-effective.

“Holiday parks have been reaping the rewards of our innovative products for years,” said Director Bob Jones.

“With our non-toxic rubber bark in the playground parents are able to truly relax and enjoy their break happy in the knowledge their children are safe.”

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FindArcadeMachines have been dealing in retro tabletop video arcade machines for many years, through their popular site - FindArcadeMachines.com. During this period, they found that there had always been a compromise on the machines that were available - be that in features, design, build quality, or support provided therefore, with the constant niggle of not being able to provide the trade, or retail, with the best of the machines available, they decided to create their own.

The process of creating the new tabletop started with detailed drawings and then continued with intricate details, such as airflow through the cabinet. From this initial, sound structure, a stylish machine has been created, with attention to detail that creates a tractor beam-like-pull for players. There is a stylish black and silver finish, a generous 21” screen that is further flattered by the tabletop design, along with height adjustment. These are just a few of the many features that mould together to make the perfect machine.

Design is nothing without the correct execution and that is why all of their machines are CE approved and professionally manufactured from new components. The reliability of this new machine is second to none, but it is also available with a one to five year warranty, for complete peace of mind.

“Regrettably, in the arcade industry, trade buyers are often treated as second class citizens, when it comes to support, with many of them being left out on a limb, due to slow responses and even worse, no response at all. Thankfully we’re different!

We’ve rapidly grown because we provide a superb After Sales Service. People have faith in the machines that we sell and recommend us to their friends. We’re now looking to apply this ethos to the launch of the new GameCab Retro Tabletop Arcade Machine, through our trade site MultiGameArcadeMachines.co.uk,” says Simon Vause, FindArcadeMachines.com You can find out more about the new GameCab Retro Tabletop at www.findarcademachines.com/deal or call 0845 345 2772 and request a free colour brochure.

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It also does not compact and acts as a weed suppressant and deterrent to slugs and snails.

Bob added: “Our rubber bark is a practical and attractive option that is perfect for anyone looking to update their park grounds while stacking up the savings.”

Re-Bound are leaders in the field for manufacturing these products and have many years experience working with holiday parks to create safe and attractive playgrounds.

For more information visit:

www.re-bound.co.uk, call: 0845 5193294 or info@re-bound.co.uk

Compl!@nce is not a swear word….. n the current economic climate it has never been so important to analyse costs. However, with complicated contracts and dreaded compliance, a number of businesses turn a blind eye and accept what they are sold as being the only solution. Here are my top tips to save money, ensure compliance and improve customer confidence and show that as a ‘child friendly’ business you are encouraging hygiene best practise as well as minimising your carbon footprint.

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Step 1 - Hand Soap Liquid soaps are expensive. A more cost effective method is to use spray soaps and foaming soaps. They both dispense about 90% less soap with each dose - on average a foaming or spray soap system is about 50% cheaper than a standard bulk fill liquid system. In addition, there is a health benefit too, as it is easier to both use (spread over the skin) and wash off which greatly reduces the risk of soap being left on the skin, which can cause dry skin and in extreme cases eczema.

Step 2 – Hand drying Invest a little – but not a lot! Buy a good quality energy efficient hand dryer (paper towels are proven to be more hygienic but in the indoor play environment less practical). Do not be enticed by high tech ‘Hygienic’ driers as these are not always the most hygienic, despite marketing claims to the contrary, as the dirty water collects in the bottom of the unit and runs down the wall, leaving filthy marks. They are also impractical in design because smaller children cannot get their little arms over the top and finally THEY ARE NOISY, regardless of passing European noise level standards. Look for a standard 2400W unit or a low noise low energy unit – there are a few out there. Energy saving is relevant to usage so be careful and compare savings with cost.

Step 3 – Nappy and Sanitary waste collection Firstly check with your local authority what their guidance is. EU guidance is that if you produce more than 25Kg of ‘offensive waste’ you must show Duty of Care that the waste is collected and disposed by suitable method. Larger washroom service providers will bamboozle operators with hidden charges, price increases and long and complicated contracts. You should only ever sign a contract for twelve months. To find a local and trustworthy independent service provider The Independent Washrooms Services Providers may be a starting point (www.iwsa.org.uk). If you empty the nappy bins daily to an external collection bin there will be less odours and the need for expensive air fresheners is therefore reduced. Even better install a Korbell Maxi bin which is an odourless, EU compliant system.

Step 4 – Save water Install flush savers into your cisterns (£1 each) and ensure you have a water management system that reduces the flow and stops water being wasted overnight. You can also install retro fit pressure taps to prevent water taps being left on. A good local washroom service provider should provide free advice on all these issues.

And there you have it, four easy steps to ensure compliance and save money – Toilets (and baby changing areas) are important - they show your customers whether hygiene is a priority or not. Outbreaks of infectious diseases are spread through poor hand washing, so having ‘cool’ systems that encourage children to wash their hands reduces the risk and improves parents perceptions of your business. Parent power is growing stronger with technological advances and with new smart phone apps such as NappyApp (www.nappyapp.co.uk) parents will know in advance where the best facilities are and whether they want to spend their hard earned cash there or not.

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All of our products can generate huge amounts of money for your park and quickly pay for themselves and much more You can charge for weekly or even daily fun sessions (especially during the Bank Holidays and Summer Holidays).

All Ages and Abilities We supply quality products that get kids and adults active while having a fun, extreme and safe time

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Cefn Mably upgrade programme nets 5 Log Pods for the start of night fishing in luxury outh Wales Fishery Cefn Mably has capped a winter of re-stocking and general development work with the introduction of night fishing, and the option of staying in a luxury Log Pod. From the 28th April, Anglers will be able to fish either the Lodge Lake for Specimen Carp, or the Spring Pond which has been restocked as a course pond with: Carp, Tench, Rudd, Perch, Chub, Bream and Barbel.

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Complete with heat, light and power, the Log Pods or “Timber Tents”, will be situated close to the edge of the lakes allowing Anglers to enjoy their sport, with the option of a warm and luxurious haven in which to rest, particularly in bad weather.

Owner John Jones commented, “In introducing night fishing and the Log Pods to Cefn Mably, we have not only responded to the requests of our customers, but also ensured that they can enjoy the very best facilities during their stay with us”.

Site Manager Owen Jones said, “We chose Log Pods for a number of reasons not least being the way in which they blend into the landscape. Being mobile, they also offer us the flexibility to quickly and easily move them around the site”.

Both night fishing and the Log Pods will be available all year round. A 24hr fishing ticket will cost £20 per person. Log Pods can accommodate up to 4 people from as little as £8 per person for the 24hr period.

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The organisation's PR consultant, Jon Boston, says that parks which permit sub-letting are now finding that they can offer a powerful buying incentive to customers - by demonstrating that their holidays can be part-funded by other families.

"There is still a very active market of second-home purchasers out there, but in the present financial climate it can tip the balance to show how a holiday home can produce a second income," said Jon. "More and more parks are now publishing figures to show precisely the type of returns which can be expected, and for many people they present a very compelling case," he added.

One parks group which has seen a rise in buy-to-let customers is Park Holidays UK. Director Tony Clish says that there was a 15 percent rise in holiday home sales to new buyers last year - many to couples who let their unit out for part of the year.

Last year, Park Holidays UK - which operates 25 seaside holiday parks in Southern England - let more than one million holiday bed-nights at its parks - and many of these were on behalf of private owners. The company's letting management programme takes care of all advertising, bookings, collecting payments,

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safety checks, and cleaning after guests leave.

Owners can block-out any times they want to use the caravan themselves, even for just one or two nights and in main season, and can receive cash bonuses for prime-time lettings. Even when commission and other charges are deducted, holiday home owners will be left with well over fifty percent of the letting price which can be up to ÂŁ800 a week in high season.

Park Holidays UK publishes figures for each of its parks - and can show typical annual earnings of up to ÂŁ5,000 with double that figure reached for some topspec units.

"Buying a caravan holiday home on a park is a lifestyle choice, so customers don't necessarily expect to make a profit," commented Tony. "However, the income potential can make buying an attractive proposition if you intend to let the home when you are not using it.

"With all the uncertainties about travelling abroad this year, it's a pretty strong bet that demand for letting will be very strong - and that's certainly evident from our booking figures," he added.

Another park putting "buy-to-let" at the forefront of its marketing is Mullacott Park near Ilfracombe in Devon.

Park owner Bill Wilson, says that sales enquiries have been escalating this year as the prospect of travelling abroad becomes less and less bright:

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"The cost of an overseas holiday right now is pretty daunting with the strength of the Euro, and there are so many other uncertainties such as the prospect of industrial trouble at airports, and civil unrest in many other countries. Holidays are meant to be stress-free occasions, and for many people it's Britain which is offering the best option by far - and many people are choosing to make a more permanent commitment by buying a holiday home," said Bill.

His park also offers a very sunny outlook for holiday home buyers wanting to create a second income.

Bill's company guarantees a minimum net return each year of six percent of the home's purchase price and no site fees, energy bills or any other costs for the owner.

So a couple paying ÂŁ150,000 for a luxury lodge on Mullacott could look forward to an assured income of ÂŁ9000 every year, paid quarterly. They would also be able to use the lodge themselves for six weeks of offpeak holidays a year at no additional cost.

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Jon Boston says that not all businesses are keen to go down the buy-to-let route as they feel that such a policy could change the character of their park. But with careful management, he says, others are finding that the prospect of a second income provides a firstclass selling mechanism: "Letting seems to be particularly appealing to those in retirement as they can make maximum use of the home right through spring and autumn, and let it during the summer months when rental levels are at their highest - while the owners, perhaps, take a holiday abroad.

"I think this side of the industry will continue to grow, especially as more people see the benefit of parkbased holiday homes over bricks-and-mortar cottages," said Jon.

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oles Nurseries, UK's largest grower of trees and shrubs for landscaping have made selecting and buying plants easier – with a unique Coles Catalogue and Price List, structured to the National Plant Specification.

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Centrally based in Leicestershire, Coles Nurseries supply UK landscaping from over 2 million shrubs and 1 million trees at their fingertips, growing and trading for almost 100 years.

They grow and supply in large variety and number: • Field-grown trees to 5 metres in height, for impact, avenues and statements • Container trees, up to 5 metres in height for all-year-round availability • Shrubs and Specimens for statement and mass planting

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Grasses and Roses to complement planting schemes Experts in their field, they supply urban, rural and commercial schemes across the UK and offer support, advice and training in all aspects of tree and shrub selection, availability and suitability.

They supply local authorities, construction and contracting companies, golf courses, hotel and leisure facilities with their soft landscaping elements.

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utside Structure Solutions are specialists in the supply and installation of outdoor canopies. With a range of fixed and retractable structures, they are able to cover most areas.

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Based in Huntingdon, Outside Structure Solutions is well placed to serve the whole of the UK and is able to offer specialist advice to its customers on the correct type of structure to cover any given area.

Outside Structure Solutions provide either fixed structures which can cover any size area from an entrance way to a tennis court, or retractable canopies which have a fixed frame to give strength and longevity.

In addition to free site visits, we are also able to offer help and advice on Planning and Building Control and will ensure that all our products are fully compliant. We are also able to offer a landscaping service to the area we have just covered and can lay most flooring types to ensure that you have the area that you want.

For further information please contact: Bill Caldwell Outside Structure Solutions Ltd Tel: 0844 561 7679 sales@outsidestructuresolutions.co.uk www.outsidestructuresolutions.co.uk

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Digital Signage from £275 herever and whenever you need to get your message across, Digital Signage provides a dynamic, eye-catching, cost-effective means of communication.

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produce stunning, eye-catching results. If ever you want something special our Design Team can produce special templates or full screens to your specifications Applications for Digital Signage are as limitless as your imagination.

Prices start from just £275 for the N-Dex Plug and Play System.

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have known Huw Griffiths for almost ten years. We first met as artists during the final year of burn & rave, a three-year dance project with elderly people run by Bristol Area Dance Agency (1997-2000).

Huw was just beginning to undertake freelance video editing and documentation work in 1999, and after seeing some of his work for Arts Co-operative, I recommended Huw as video editor to Ruth Sidgwick, director of BADA.

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Since this project, we have collaborated on every significant dance project I have led or managed.

These include Synapse dance company, Cyclone, Bridging the Gap and Beech House intergenerational arts projects. Over this period, Huw has developed both his technical expertise and creative flair for digital video documenting, and he remains my first choice of digital media producers for current and future projects.

Huw brings a calm and focused approach. He is highly creative and flexible in response to a wide variety of group situations. His confidence to communicate with and now facilitate some of the participants’ creative work is growing steadily, but he retains a quiet objectivity that is vital to documenting projects effectively. Huw’s sense of humour and enthusiasm make him an excellent independent film maker.

In addition to Huw’s video documentation and editing expertise, he has recently added dynamic website database design to his portfolio of skills. I have been fortunate to be one of the first artists to benefit from this.

Huw was instrumental in developing my logo and website design and is now working on a database for Dance4life. I would recommend Huw Griffiths as a digital media artist without hesitation. He can produce excellent quality documentation from filming the process through to the final edited product.

Jim Brown Dance4life (former dance artist in residence at Cotham School Bristol and senior education officer at Swindon Dance.)

Huw was commissioned by the arts development officer to work for Newport City Council in their pavilion at Eisteddfod Casnewydd 2004, to run bilingual welsh / english multimedia arts workshops – Huw has facilitated and documented a number of community arts and projects over the years, including a project called 'Myths Mines and Memories' for South Wales Intercultural Community Arts in Blaenau Gwent.

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AE was established in 1969 by Frank Klucznik who came to England from his home in Poland as part of the armed forces during the Second World War, eventually settling in the farming town of Leek in North Staffordshire. Frank began his working life in Britain with a Leek based agricultural manufacturers known as Gush & Dent. It was here that Frank gained and developed his manufacturing skills that would see him manufacturing and delivering his own brand of farming equipment. His products were in such demand and of such good quality that people coming into the Leek area with no precise location details were repeatedly told on their enquiry "Oh yes, its that pole in Leek you want".

This phrase was to stick with the company from then onwards still featuring prominently on the front of all IAE's trucks.

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cycle shelters and steel/recycled plastic seating. When purchasing a product from IAE you are guaranteed maximum build quality with excellent value for money, all our steel products are galvanised in our own galvanising plant to British standard. Over time IAE has grown as a company and has 40 years of experience in dealing with customers up and down the country and the EU. We have a highly skilled computer aided design team with years of experience in dealing with standard and made to measure custom work. Our area sales managers are located up and down the country and work alongside our customers to guide and support. IAE has also had the chance to work at some of Britainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest and Prestigious farms, liveries and racecourses in the UK including "Ascot Racecourse", "Musselburgh Racecourse", "Hamilton Park", "Newbury Racecourse" and many others. The IAE fencing division are frequently working with and manufacturing to architects and customer designs to produce one off specials.

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rontier-Pitts, as the acknowledged leader in perimeter security equipment, can offer a complete range of products, including gates and barriers.

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Mayfield Holiday Home Not just another Holiday Home, the brand new Mayfield from Omar pushes the boundaries on interior finish and build quality. Fully wallpapered walls and ceiling throughout, something you’d only expect on a top of the range Lodge or Park Home, comes as standard on all Mayfield models. The contemporary interior design and clean lined exterior makes this a Holiday Home anyone would be proud to own. A modern wall hung electric fire, fully lined satin curtains and Belgian chenille sofa and 2 chairs gives the open plan lounge diner and kitchen a genuine feel of quality. Peninsular wall cupboards in the kitchen provide extra storage space so often needed in today’s busy kitchens. The bedrooms come complete with duvets, pillows, matching headboards, curtains and bed runners - again something not normally found at this level in the market place. The large walk-in sealed shower makes a real statement in the bathroom whilst the stylish corner porcelain sink in the en suite adds a real touch of class.

Kingfisher RT Lodge Though everyone said it couldn’t get better, the latest 2011 Kingfisher just got better than ever.

Omar are proud to announce for all those who have wanted a proper roof terrace on their luxury lodge that their wait is finally over. The new Kingfisher roof terrace boasts a huge 13’x9½’ roof deck with stainless steel handrails and glass panelled balustrade. The RT is available with or

or holiday parks and campsites, building up a loyal customer base of returning visitors is key in today’s touch economic conditions. Understandably, owners are keen to give their customers a memorable and enjoyable visit, and are increasingly looking for ways to differentiate and improve the experience, especially for families.

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Of course children’s play equipment is nothing new, but the range and scope of designs around today is nothing short of staggering. Forget a few swings and the obligatory see-saw, modern manufacturers have spent millions researching and building play equipment to suit all ages, abilities and, crucially, budgets.

Starting from scratch though can be a daunting prospect; but help is

without an integral sauna, which is situated cleverly in the main bathroom. The interior still comes with all the luxury that has made the Kingfisher synonymous with quality and style.

Also new for this model is an ultra modern sloping glass extractor above the 5 burner hob with wok attachment and a feature oval lighthouse style dining room light that drops elegantly over the oak and walnut designer table and chairs. Porcelanosa tiles are used throughout the kitchen, bathroom and en-suite

Weybourne Single Park Home The new semi open plan lounge and dining area along with wrap around horseshoe kitchen gives this home a really stylish contempory feel in the executive class. Striking brown chenille and gold threaded curtains along with the elegantly styled corner suite in the living area add to this feeling of style and luxury. A modern stone looking wall hung fireplace and ultra slim glass wall lights finish the feeling of true quality. Contrasting walnut effect worktops compliment the beige Porcelanosa tiles and maple kitchen doors beautifully A Porcelanosa tiled bathroom with over shower bath and screen continues the feeling of quality and luxury through this home.

The master bedroom comes with mirrored sliding doors giving easy access to the wardrobe space. Whilst full length windows, french doors and a large feature bay window to the front elevation, along with twin dormers, give the exterior of the home a fresh modern day feel.

Middleton Not wanting to forget the Royal Wedding, Omar is launching the Middleton, a brand new mid range Park Home. The Front entrance of the home comes with 2 tall dormers, feature brick effects and curved Georgian bar bay windows, with corner quoins adding the final regal touch.

Inside the home the feeling of quality and style continues. Soft naturals colour tones greet you in all rooms. The sumptuous chenille sofa and chairs, striped satin curtains oak display cabinet and coffee table create a feeling of sheer elegance. The kitchen features ivory style shaker doors, oak coloured cabinets and Porcelanosa tiles come as standard as do the integrated appliances. The en-suite to bedroom 1 has a fully tiled corner shower cubicle with low level entry shower tray and rich finger style mocha coloured Porcelanosa tiles. Both bedrooms have Duvets and Pillows with contrasting curtains headboards and bed runners with the walk in wardrobe a winning feature in the master bedroom.

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lumasc Interior Building Products Ltd are the market leaders in the manufacture and supply of decorative casings and washroom systems to the UK leisure industry.

Supplied under the Pendock brand, clients can be confident that they will not have to compromise on quality or performance even under the most extreme of environments.

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With over 25 years experience of supplying the construction industry we fully understand the demands of our clients and their expectation for quality, well designed products which are supported by world class service.

Our decorative casings and washroom systems are manufactured in the UK at our Telford factory and are available with full Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody Certification giving our clients the peace of mind that they are procuring products from legal and sustainable sources.

The demands on the washroom facilities within a holiday park are very varied and demanding. The environment and the extreme nature of use inevitably takes its toll on the look and feel of the washroom facilities. Maintenance of these areas can be very expensive and time consuming.

Blown panels, broken locks and delaminating edges are just some of the problems that can lead to toilet and shower facilities looking tired, old and in some cases unhygienic.

two young children are out and about at least eight to ten times a year. As we have two young children it is of huge importance that any holiday park we stay at has clean and tidy facilities where we can shower, wash and use the w.c’s anytime day and night. Unclean and poorly maintained washroom facilities are a big turn off as far as we are concerned. On the occasions where we have stayed on a site where the facilities have not been up to scratch we have not returned and on one occasion we have cut our stay short due to the poor facilities that were provided. Broken door locks and blown panels do not lend themselves to an inviting atmosphere and can make the area look unhygienic” Pendock Cubicles have designed their product ranges to ensure that the maintenance and general upkeep of the washroom area is minimal. Their range of Rapide, Robuste and Renaissance Cubicles gives the holiday park manger a solution for every application and budget.

In addition the Pendock Cubicles Matrixe range gives even more flexibility via the fully adaptive integrated plumbing solution which incorporates Armitage Shanks sanitary ware with optional fixing systems.

For more information and to request a copy of the Pendock Cubicles brochure or free site survey please call 01952 580590 or visit the website www.pendockcubicles.co.uk Trust Pendock to supply washroom cubicles that are certifiably green

Quality, clean and well presented washroom facilities are without doubt very high on the list of “desirables” for many visitors to holiday parks up and down the country. In many instances this one expectation of the holiday maker can be the deciding factor as to whether or not they stay at a holiday park in the first instance and is certainly the case as to whether or not they will visit a holiday park again.

Pendock Cubicles manufactured by Alumasc Interior Building Products Ltd (AIBP Ltd) fully understand the demands that are put upon toilet and shower facilities within a holiday park and therefore have designed their product ranges to meet the specification, design and environment of the holiday park operator, whilst at the same time ensuring that the holiday park manager is meeting the expectations of their guests.

The scope, design flexibility and sheer versatility of their range has a suitable solution for all holiday park managers and for every possible situation.

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