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Farmers urged to cash in on 'camping boom'

Pitchup.com's Dan Yates said the popularity of camping in the British countryside is growing year-on-year, and farmers could still benefit from a late season flush

Chris Brayford
clock • 5 min read
"People love to camp in the countryside. We have only been open eight weekends and already, we have had one person stay three times. If you create the opportunity, people will come. My advice would just be to give it a go."
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"People love to camp in the countryside. We have only been open eight weekends and already, we have had one person stay three times. If you create the opportunity, people will come. My advice would just be to give it a go."

51AVÊÓÆµbusinesses could still benefit from a 'boom' in camping with holidaymakers looking for perfect last minute inspiration. Pitchup.com said it has seen a growing demand for campsite holidays this...

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