The Caravan and Motorhome Club (CAMC) has announced it is redeveloping its Totnes campsite, with £1.2m of investment planned.
The best caravan sites offer excellent facilities and make an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area. In the case of Steamer Quay Club Campsite, the peaceful site is only a short walk from Totnes and well situated for enjoying a stroll along the River Dart.
The CAMC has managed the site since 1970, and as a part of the upgrade, will add 46 new non-awning serviced pitches, as well as EV charging points. The shower and toilet block will also be renovated.
Following its reopening on 1st October, it will become a caravan site open all year. The site also hopes to contribute to bringing more money into the local economy from holidaymakers.
The CAMC site was visited on 25th July by Councillor Emily Price, the Mayor of Totnes, who, joined by CAMC Head of Estates, Paul Barnes, viewed the work.
Paul Barnes, Head of Estates at the Club comments: “After so many years working with the council at Steamer Quay, we were pleased to win the tender for the further lease of the campsite and for securing planning for its redevelopment.
“It is important that both holidaymakers and local communities benefit from our Club campsites. By investing in Steamer Quay, which is a very popular campsite and will now be open all year round, we are happy to contribute further to the local economy.”
Mayor of Totnes, Councillor, Emily Price comments: “We’re really looking forward to the Steamer Quay Club campsite reopening this autumn and bringing a welcome boost for Totnes at what is a challenging time for our businesses.
“Overnight visitors have a significant positive impact on our local economy and especially on the health of our night-time economy. They shop in our independent stores on the high street, visit our local attractions like the museum, and enjoy our fantastic locally-produced food and drink in our cafes, bars, and restaurants, which will benefit both our high street businesses and the local makers and many local producers who supply them. A thriving high street helps us to build resilience for our community and our visitors play a crucial role in that story.”
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