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Caravan sales hold up well despite tough times

Published: 25 October 2011

Times may be tight but caravan insurance customers are still investing in their vehicles, if the latest results from a Shropshire dealership are anything to go by.

Sales of touring caravans and motorhomes at Salop Leisure in Shrewsbury have been "exceptional" so far this year, according to chairman Tony Bywater, following a number of successful shows and exhibitions in the area.

"Sales have held up beyond our expectations in the difficult economic climate," he told Shropshire Live.

Mr Bywater added: "We have seen more first time buyers, including many young families, looking to invest in holidays in the UK for the next ten to 15 years."

He went on to say that the company's market research indicates that people are looking closer to home for their caravan holidays rather than going abroad.

The "staycation" effect is benefiting Scotland's tourism industry, according to the latest figures from VisitScotland, which found that the number of domestic tourists increased to 5.9 million in the first half of the year.