Positive start to year for dealership

A Shropshire-based caravan, motorhome and leisure company has made a positive start to the new year after reporting a surge of interest from customers.

Salop Leisure, which has its headquarters at Emstrey, Shrewsbury, and satellite sales centres in Stourport-on-Severn and Machynlleth, were delighted by interest in caravan holiday homes and sales leads generated by attending The Caravan, Motorhome & Holiday Show in Manchester.

“There was a really positive response from potential customers at the Manchester show where we represented 270 caravan holiday home parks across Mid Wales and the heart of England,” said joint managing director Mark Bebb.

“It was the industry’s first major event of the year and we were delighted with the interest in ownership. We feel that with the difficulties in certain parts of Spain with increased taxation of second homes, caravan holiday homes and lodges in the UK offer an affordable solution to British people.

“We have seen a marked increase in demand for caravan holiday homes, touring caravans and motorhomes in the last three months and believe this will continue throughout 2025. All we need now is the sun to shine in the UK!”

After a challenging year for the caravan industry in 2024, Mr Bebb is convinced that it will bounce back strongly as people seek to escape the pressures of everyday life.

“New research is showing that the younger generation has higher expectations of short breaks which our products – from glamping and caravan holiday homes to touring caravans and motorhomes – can meet,” he said.

“Our industry represents escapism from technology and stress, which are increasingly impacting mental health and anxiety. Our products provide an antidote like no other for individuals and families.”