Hoburne Cotswold Summer Life 2023

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At Hoburne, we have been working super hard to bring you our brand-new summer issue of our owner’s magazine. This bumper summer issue is packed filled with park updates and news, a summer recipe, plus our recommendation for summer events in the local area to enjoy over the next few months.

We love this time of year as we build up to the peak season. The park looks beautiful, thanks to our hard-working team, we have lots of owners and holidaymakers with us, and it’s fantastic seeing so many of you around the park or enjoying your holiday homes with family.

Sit back with a nice, chilled drink and enjoy our latest owner’s magazine and remember, if you have a photo or story you want to see in the magazine, drop us an email!

USERS-RECTANGLE Owner’s survey

Hopefully you have all received an email with a link to our latest owner’s survey. As a loyal owner, we value your feedback, and we believe that with the introduction of regular surveys to our ownership community, we can ensure that we remain committed to offering a high level of customer service across the park. If you have a few moments to spare, we’d appreciate it if you could complete the survey so we can gather your feedback.

♲ Leisuredays £5,000 winners

Congratulations to two very lucky holiday homeowners at Hoburne Bashley who recently won £5,000 after getting a quote from our insurance specialists, Leisuredays. Trevor and Helga were the first £5,000 winners of the Spin to Win promotion and were over the moon when they received the call.

If you’re a holiday homeowner not already insured with Leisuredays, why not get a quote and perhaps you could be the next £5,000 winner. Visit www.ldwin.co.uk or call 01422 396 888 to get your quote.

♲ Exclusive offer for Hoburne owners

Earn up to £2,500 by referring a friend or family member to own a Hoburne holiday home! Imagine your friends or loved ones owning their own Hoburne holiday home where they can relax and create unforgettable memories! Why not take advantage of our new refer a friend scheme and earn up to £2,500* by referring a friend or family member to own a Hoburne holiday home. Just visit the ownership office to pick up a referral card.

What is our refer a friend offer?

Refer a friend or family member to purchase a Hoburne holiday caravan and receive a credit to your owners’ account rent ledger of £1,000. Your friend or family member will also receive rent ledger credit or a discount on their holiday home purchase to the same value; or

Refer a friend or family member to purchase a Hoburne holiday lodge (twin unit) and receive a credit to your owners’ account rent ledger of £2,500. Your friend or family member will also receive rent ledger credit or a discount on their holiday home purchase to the same value.

*Terms and conditions apply.

�� Launch of new menu

Hopefully you have all had the opportunity to experience our new menu. It has become increasingly important that we source our food products responsibly, using as much local fresh produce as possible and stepping away from using processed/manufactured foods.

We wanted to create an eclectic style menu with plenty of options for vegans, vegetarians, and the more health conscious. Every four months, the menu will change to reflect the seasons and to make the best use of local seasonal produce.

GAUGE-MED Park speed limit

Please watch your speed on the park and always adhere to the limit. In these summer months, the park will begin to get busy, and the safety of all pedestrians is paramount.

�� Leisure passes

As we head into the peak season, we would like to kindly remind owners who privately let that leisure passes are mandatory and so please ensure to provide your guests with this information. Guest registration forms will be required for each booking with a minimum notice of 48 hours.

Serves 4

Prep time – 10 minutes

Cook time – 25 minutes

Ch��ken & Ch�rizo J�mb�la��

Ingredients:

250g diced chicken breast

125g sliced chorizo

1 clove of garlic, finely chopped

25g Harissa paste

15g Jerk seasoning

25ml olive oil

Method:

1 red onion, finely chopped

1 red pepper, chopped

250g easy cook long grain rice

350ml chicken stock

1 tsp thyme, dried

400g tomatoes, chopped

1. Dice the chicken breast into small chunks, roughly 2cm.

2. Finely slice the chorizo.

3. Finely chop the red onion, pepper and clove of garlic.

4. In a saucepan, add a drizzle of olive oil, on a low heat, lightly pan fry the chorizo, onion, pepper, and garlic for five minutes.

5. Turn up to a medium heat and add the diced chicken to the saucepan.

6. Once you have added the chicken, stir in the Harissa paste and Jerk seasoning.

7. Brown everything off for five minutes and while the mixture cooks, wash the rice.

8. After five minutes, add the long grain rice to the pan.

9. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, chicken stock and thyme.

10. Mix everything together, turn the heat down to low and cover with a lid and let it cook slowly for 15 minutes.

11. When ready, the rice should have absorbed most of the liquid and have a slight el dente crunch to it.

12. To serve, arrange in a bowl.

park updates

USER-PLUS New starters

We have welcomed Michelle Tompkins to the team as our new F&B assistant manager. Michelle joins us from Park Dean, Trecco Bay, where she was the assistant complex manager.

We have also welcomed Luke Paget and Andy Bartlett to our grounds team. Luke was a trainee electrician with a previous history of grounds works, and Andy was a shift supervisor for a concrete company for 25 years.

SCREWDRIVER-WRENCH New development

Our new development, Otters Walk, is now open, with new owners moving into their holiday homes. If you’re interested in part exchanging your holiday home, please pop in and see the ownership team.

KIWI-BIRD Quacking partnership

Partnering with the Cotswold Lakes Trust, we are proud to have sponsored a new guide and a host of information noticeboards to help visitors identify birds on and around the lakes. The Cotswold Water Park is home to thousands of waterbirds, and despite experienced birdwatchers knowing what they’re looking for, we wanted to provide guidance for everyone to make bird-watching as pleasurable as possible.

Please make our new team members feel welcome if you see them around the park.

HANDSHAKE Promotion

Eilidh from reception has joined our ownership team as our new sales administrator. Eilidh knows our owners and is doing exceptionally well in the new role.

COUCH Cosy corner

New for 2023 - our cosy corner in the Brasserie restaurant. For those who want to spend time playing games with the family or even if it’s just reading a book with a coffee.

�� Hoburne Cotswold Tree Hive

 Outdoor pool

Our outdoor pool is now open for the summer season, please ensure you’re aware of the pool opening times.

�� Dogs on leads

We would like to remind owners and their guests that all dogs on the park should always be under their owners’ control and on a lead.

�� Electric Scooters

Following a recent incident, we would like to remind all owners that in accordance with Park Rules, only electric scooters used to support a disability are permitted on the Park. Electric scooters used for any other purpose are not permitted on the holiday park. Thank you for your co-operation in this matter.

We have been working with a small business to build a tree hive on the park to protect bees. The honeybee population has been struggling due to the loss of habitat and the tree hive provides a much-needed habitat for a colony of bees to inhabit and exist undisturbed. With no bee-keeping experience needed, the hive enables the bees to improve their health while benefiting the local bee population and the surrounding countryside.

GAMEPAD New arcade machines

After finalising a deal with world-renowned company Bandai Namco, we are thrilled to announce that we have successfully upgraded several arcade machines in the complex. With updated games and more interactive fun, there is plenty to enjoy with family and friends.

PERSON-BURST New leisure activities

Calling all young adventurers and budding Robin Hoods, the leisure team has some new activity offerings starting this year. We are excited for you to join us in our new Junior Archery and Nerf Challenge. Age restrictions apply, book at Reception to secure your spot.

FISH-FINS Angling Trust Bailiff

Our maintenance and grounds manager, Paul Ashton, has become a volunteer Bailiff for the Angling Trust. The trust monitors who, when, and where people are fishing and if they have the relevant permissions to do so. This involves logging everything we see during patrols on the trust website and reporting if we see any issues. Paul looks after the four lakes on the park and is trying to achieve a quality, safe and enjoyable place to fish to benefit everyone.

FISH-FINS AE Fisheries

FISH-FINS Fish spawning

You may have spotted lake closure notices on our Facebook page. The fish all spawn at different times depending on many factors, and while this occurs, we must close the lake to let the fish rest after they spawn. This is normal practice on most lakes in the country.

☀ Solar panels

Some of you may have spotted that we have had solar panels installed on the roof of the indoor swimming pool. Since the installation at the end of March, we have saved over 5,000kg of CO2, which is the equivalent of planting 309 trees.

�� Main car park

Our main car park will be busy throughout the summer months. We encourage all owners to the leisure facilities and clubhouse by foot and leave your cars at your holiday homes where possible. If you are using the disabled bays, please have your badges visible in your vehicles.

AE Fisheries are still on the park visiting once a week to help keep the lakes tidy and remove any reeds or plants. It’s a long-term process, but they do a fantastic job, and the lakes look great.

Summer events

The Cotswold Show – Cirencester, 1 – 2 July

Cirencester Park, Stroud Road, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1XB cotswoldshow.co.uk

The Cotswold Show successfully combines town and country pursuits to create a glorious medley of fun activities and displays. Spectacular main arena events, country pursuits, ancient crafts, children’s entertainment, festival of music and more than 200 trade stalls - it all adds up to an action packed, family day out.

Cheltenham Music Festival, 8 – 15 July

Various venues in and around Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 3JE cheltenhamfestivals.com/music

From world premieres at Cheltenham Town Hall and emerging talent in the Pittville Pump Room to a rule-free event in DEYA Brewery Taproom, the Festival will once again bring together music from across the classical spectrum, in venues across Cheltenham town.

The Royal International Air Tattoo, 14 – 16 July

Top Rd, Kempsford, Fairford, Gloucestershire, GL7 4EG airtattoo.com

RAF Fairford will be buzzing with excited visitors and the Cotswolds will echo once again with the thrilling sights and sounds of several hundred aircraft of all shapes and sizes, from all eras and countries of the world, gathering for this unique adrenalin-fuelled occasion.

in the Cotswold

Chalfest, 21 – 22 July

Woodlands House, France Lynch, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL6 8LJ

chalfest.co.uk

This is a volunteer run, not for profit festival. This year Melanie C will be headlining with supporting performances from Republica, Neville Staple, Dick and Dom, The Dolly Show and Gardna. Three stages, food trucks, Comedy tent and loads of free things for kids to make, see and do.

Big Feastival, 25 – 27 August

Alex James’ Farm, Worthing, Kingham, Oxfordshire, OX7 6UJ

thebigfeastival.com

Taking place on Alex James’ idyllic Cotswolds farm, Big Feastival brings together music from the UK’s biggest artists, Michelin star chefs, award-winning street food and an exciting array of family activities.

Burford Literary Festival, 22 – 24 September

Burford, Oxfordshire, OX18 4QJ

burfordlitfet.co.uk

Burford Literary Festival presents an inspiring programme of events, with authors covering a wide range of topics and genres including history, politics, the natural world, poets, pioneers, innovators and of course children’s literature. Numbers are kept small and personal to enable events to feel felt like a conversation between author and audience.

2023 �ates ��r the �iary

Please be aware all dates/acts are subject to change and subject to roadmap dates being confirmed by government review.

Saturday 1st July Hoburne Live

Amanda Williams

Amanda is a talented vocalist covering songs from across the decades.

Saturday 8th July Hoburne Live

Cameron Mills

As a finalist of the RIBI South England Young Vocalist, as well as being nominated for a Best in Music and Classic Brit Award, Cameron is renowned for his strong vocal capability and vibrant personality. This shines through in his performances, always providing an entertaining event of great music!

Saturday 15th July

Tony Read

Tony was raised on Motown music and grew up listening to his parent’s records. Tony would often produce, direct, choreograph and star in one-man productions of wellknown musicals and his voice has given him the opportunity to travel all over the world.

Saturday 22nd July Hoburne Live

Chris Ritchie as Frankie Valli

Chris is one of the most sought-after vocalists on the UK circuit. Covering all the hits from Frankie Valli, you’ll be singing and dancing along before you know it.

Thursday 27th July Hoburne Live

Andy Storm

Andy is an accomplished comedy magician that will entertain the whole family.

Saturday 29th July Hoburne Live

Mission Blue

A superb vocal group with stunning dance routines featuring classic songs of Motown, Soul and the 70’s through to the present day. A highly professional show, guaranteed to have you dancing.

Thursday 3rd August Hoburne Live

Daniel Dean

Daniel Dean is a master of magic and illusion and will be performing in the Venue this evening.

Saturday 5th August Hoburne Live

Rangatang

Rang-a-Tang The UK’s favourite band, playing an exhilarating mix of non-stop hits from the 60’s right through to the noughties, all in their inimitable funky salsa style, there as much fun to watch as they are to listen to.

Saturday 12th August

Down In One

Vibrant 3-piece band that comes with boundless energy and an infectious love for mixing the latest hits with timeless classics. You will be tapping along to the beat as this band brings the party to the stage.

Thursday 17th August Hoburne Live

Alan Thorn

Magic and madness with this fast-moving show of thrilling comedy magic, crazy stunts, and hilarious audience interaction.

Saturday 19th August Hoburne Live

Funky Monkey

Funky Monkey are widely regarded as one of the best party bands in the UK. They have built up ad industry-wide reputation for delivering high energy, edgy performances in their unique and unparalleled style.

Thursday 24th August Hoburne Live

Matt Baker

Matt is a rare and unique vocal talent experiencing excellent reviews whenever he performs. His vocal ability is second to none and his range is exceptional. This allows him to cover many styles and songs most vocalist only dream of. Add his cheeky, wry west country humour, and what you get is simply a first-class vocal act.

Thursday 31st August Hoburne Live

Magic Madhouse

Family magic show for all to enjoy. They have been performing all over the UK and are looking forward to entertaining you.

Cameron Mills

Andy Storm

Mission Blue

Matt Baker

Five questions

Team member

Michelle Tompkins, Assistant F&B Manager

1. How long have you worked for Hoburne?

a. Since April. I have had lots of holiday park experience, including working for Butlins and Haven.

2. What has been your biggest achievement since working at Hoburne?

a. Coming into the role with a fresh pair of eyes and implementing new processes within the department.

3. Tell us an interesting fact about yourself.

a. For seven months, I went backpacking around southeast Asia, Malaysia, Borneo, Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand.

4. When you’re not working, what do you like to do in your spare time?

a. I have a young cocker spaniel called Molly, so we’re always out walking. I like to keep fit too, and I play football for Cirencester Ladies.

5. Who is your favourite Sammy Squad character?

a. Larry Lobster – he’s silly.

questions with… Homeowner

Pat Jackson, Willow View 61

1. How long have you been a Hoburne holiday homeowner?

a. 22 years, we’re now on our fourth caravan.

2. Why did you pick Hoburne Cotswold?

a. Our family had moved to Swindon, so we wanted a halfway house where we could spend half the week with the family. It was a very small park back then, with a family feel. We have always loved the park and still do.

3. How long did you spend looking for a holiday home?

a. When they first moved, we looked around the area at various parks, but as soon as we saw Hoburne, we loved it! We had never owned a holiday home before, but we had been on holiday to holiday parks before, including Hoburne Naish and Hoburne Bashley.

4. What’s your favourite thing to do whilst staying at your holiday home?

a. Meet the family. My daughter is a joint owner, and this is our little piece of heaven. The grandchildren love it too!

5. What do you love most about being a holiday homeowner?

a. Our wonderful neighbours who we have known for a long time. Everyone is so friendly and family-oriented, and the entertainment team is fantastic!

Larry Lobster Larry’s L�ughs

Larry is so excited that it’s the school holidays and he has found some new summer jokes for you to try out on your friends.

Q1. What did the pig say on a hot summer day?

Q2. Why do fish swim in salt water?

Q3. Where do sheep go on holiday?

Q4. What do you get when you combine an elephant with a fish?

Q5. Why should you never blame a dolphin for doing anything wrong?

A5. Because they never do it on porpoise.

A4. Swimming Trunks

A3. To the Baa hamas

A2. Because pepper would make them sneeze

A1. I’m Bacon

Answers

Captain Smuggles Story m�x u�

Captain Smuggles has been messing around with all of Tommy’s favourite stories and mixed up all the characters from their storyworlds. Can you match them back together so they are in the correct story?

Peter Pan The Faraway Tree

Winnie the Pooh Wonderland

Alice Neverland

Charlie Bucket Crunchem Hall Primary School

Rick, Joe, Beth and Frannie The Hundred Acre Wood

Miss Trunchball The Chocolate Factory

Sammy’s Word S�ar�

Sammy Seahorse has created a wordsearch featuring all of his favourite things for you to try and find. Can you find them all?

Each quarter we ask our owners to share their favourite photos with us. We'll pick our favourites to include in the next issue.

Good luck!

Our ��mily

We know our four-legged friends are very popular among our owners and this page is dedicated to them. As a pet-friendly park, we want to see more photos of your pooches. Email us your photos and we will pick the best ones to feature in our next issue.