As the good weather promises to finally get underway, the National Caravan Council (NCC) is giving away free guides to caravanning in the UK � and the opportunity to win one of six caravanning holidays. The NCC�S Discover the Lifestyle brochure is filled with essential advice for those who want to know a little more about caravanning. It shows what buyers might find in a new caravan holiday home, as well as information on choosing a touring caravan or motorhome.

For those who already own a touring caravan, the 2005 Quality Touring Parks UK and Ireland guide provides information on caravan parks that have been Tourist Board inspected. Each park is then given a star rating by its independent assessor (* to *****) judged on the quality and cleanliness of its facilities, landscaping, atmosphere and ambience. Among the hundreds of parks that are featured across the country are some �exceptional� parks that have achieved the coveted 5 star rating. There�s also a handy guide to the parks� on-site facilities (bars and clubs, indoor/outdoor pools, shops, etc) and practical information, such as electric hook-up launderettes, and toilet facilities. There�s advice for those with special requirements - disabled facilities, pets welcome, adult-only parks - too.

Both guides are available free by writing to the NCC, Catherine House, Victoria Road, Aldershot, GU11 1SS (telephone 01252 318251) or by email from info@nationalcaravan.co.uk.

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Editors� Notes:

� The NCC is the representative body for the caravan, motorhome and caravan holiday home industry, with approximately 500 member companies.

� There are 498,000 touring caravans, 120,000 motorhomes and 335,000 caravan holiday homes in use in the UK. Over a million people take caravan holidays each year and there are approximately 4,000 caravan parks in Britain.

Press contact: Louise Wood, PR Manager, NCC, tel: 01252 796064

Email: louisew@nationalcaravan.co.uk for a copy of Discover the Lifestyle and/or Quality Touring Parks UK and Ireland.