Autumn and Winter Camping / Glamping
Autumn and Winter Glamping
October, November and December is often warmer than March and April; winter camping is a growing phenomenon
Autumn
The season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, the leaves turning and still warmth in the ground from summer. Autumn is a fabulous time to visit Jollydays. The woodland is simply stunning, the busy summer has waned and the days closing in bring lots of opportunities to cosy up to the stove or campfire.
“Great holiday - fantastic way to camp”
Edinburgh
Each of our tents has it’s own wood burning stove, duvets, cosy blankets, and hot water bottles to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
While away the days making pumpkin soup, picking sloes (for gin, vodka and even whisky) in our beautiful countryside. Further afield, try bracing walks on the coast, conducting research in the local pubs or exploring York (without summer visitors) before having jacket potatoes, casseroles, and hot toddies by the fire.
“Thank you for such a wonderful week. The freedom that the children had was priceless”
Liverpool
Autumn and Winter weddings
We have an increasing number of requests for weddings at the camp. Summer is our busiest time, and summer weddings need to take a 3 night weekend at this time. However we can offer Spring, and in Autumn and Winter the woodland is still magical: the expectation of sun gone, the accommodation less expensive and you do not have to take the camp for 3 nights. Rugs, soft lighting, candles, fires, stoves, and rustic feasting will make for a unique memorable occasion.
Winter
Winter camping - are we mad? Well it’s on the rise as never before and with a 10Kw stove and hot showers in the tent there has never been a better way to experience it. The woodland protects you from the worst of the elements and my how breathtaking it looks in the frost and snow.
The short days give the perfect excuse to cosy up with candles and firelight, relax with friends, cook in the campfire and experiment with a myriad of hot toddies, or hot ciders and wine. If you want a bit more action the winter walking on gentle hills, dales, or on the coast, gives you more than enough choice. Christmas festivals abound and nowhere more so than York, perhaps the most festive city in Britain. Take in the wonderful Christmas markets, ice skating in the shadow of the castle keep, shop for unique presents, and loose yourself in the wonderful bars and restaurants.
Winter Cold
Winter 2009 / 2010 was the coldest for 30 years! Even though the first frost did not enter the wood till mid December the first snow fell on 17th December, and did not completely go until March! Like Narnia it was beautiful, however it was cold outside and we got down to -16c! So if you choose to come and experience this season be prepared. We have made many improvements to the tents and you do have a woodstove, but remember it is still camping and you will be under canvas. Around the fire in the evenings and at night in bed is fine under the covers with a hot water bottle. However during the day it is best to plan to be active or perhaps visit York.
“Thank you we loved it, toasty warm and posh”
Janey Lee Grace
Jollydays is probably the most unique campsite in Britain and we offer a variety of short breaks including the sought after new year period.
“We have had a lovely rest, so peaceful. Feel ready to go back to real life”
C + R Broad Cheshire
01759 371776 