Happy Campers: The Caravan Park

As they open their doors for the first time after the first Covid-19 lockdown, there's an uncertain start to the season. Both camps plan to be back with a bang as they promise a summer holiday of a lifetime.

At Tencreek holiday park in Looe, Cornwall, new Yellow Coats Charley and Andi make their debuts as park mascots Deano and Sparky, while trouble in the toilet block puts park manager Rob in the firing line from an irate customer. Over in Somerset, Holiday Resort Unity's head of catering Sharon has to turn around the park's new burger joint in record time.

It's all hands on deck in Cornwall as the worst storm of the season hits Tencreek holiday park and dozens of windblown campers seek shelter in the clubhouse. Meanwhile at Holiday Resort Unity in Somerset, a broken pump has closed the outdoor pool, leaving a long line of disgruntled guests.

At Holiday Resort Unity in Somerset, there's a surprise in store for soft play worker Lauren as Covid-19 restrictions are lifted and venues are reopened - and entertainment chief Chunkie Russell is finally allowed to welcome the guests into the main entertainment venue RJs. Meanwhile, at Tencreek Holiday Park in Looe, a flash flood causes chaos in the kitchen - and the Knowles family from Manchester embark on their annual crabbing competition.

Holiday Resort Unit marketing guru Jonathan attempts to give old-school entertainment chief Chunkie Russell a new online look, while a Midlands couple are on a quest to buy their own static caravan. At Tencreek holiday park in Looe, yellow coat Andi unveils his alter ego Miss Champagne, and a new food-ordering app goes haywire, leaving catering manager Philomena all at sea.

There's swashbuckling galore at Tencreek's pirate party.

In this first edition, holiday-makers are arriving at the parks in their droves. In Cornwall, head of entertainment Matt decides to pit the guests against each other in a grand talent contest. But will the budding magicians, dancers and comedians be a hit?

It is high summer and at Crealy Theme Park & Resort duty manager Graham is concerned about some dogs in a vehicle, but has to follow the correct protocol. In Tencreek Holiday Park, Cornwall, head yellowcoat Matt is preparing for a bingo evening with a supersized prize fund.

Tencreek Holiday Park receptionist Denise patrols the Cornish resort to make sure incoming campers are pitching their tents properly. It is change-over day in Crealy Theme Park & Resort in Devon and Kieran works against the clock to drain, clean and refill the hot tubs in time for the new arrivals.

At Tencreek Holiday Park in Looe, Cornwal, head of entertainment Matt and his yellow coat team are preparing for a big night of 1980s nostalgia. Will the fancy dress competition be a hit with the guests? Sixty miles away at Crealy Theme Park in Devon, events manager Dom stages a wrestling event.

At Tencreek Holiday Park in Cornwall, the entertainment team welcome a ventriloquist with an unusual gimmick, while night staff are faced with some noisy campers. At Devon's Crealy Theme Park & Resort, a family of first-time campers find a little more wildlife on their pitch than they bargained for.

At Tencreek Holiday Park in Looe, head of entertainment Matt decides it's time for him to move on, while first-time yellowcoat and aspiring singer Hattie makes her vocal debut on the clubhouse stage. At Crealy Theme Park & Resort in Devon, duty manager Simon, reception manager Emma and a team of cleaners prepare more than 50 lodges and glamping tents on their busiest check-in day of the season.

The summer season is drawing to a close and Tencreek Holiday Park's former head of entertainment Matt is preparing for his wedding to ex-yellowcoat Chantelle, while two glampers are determined to convince reception manager Denise that camping doesn't have to mean roughing it. At Crealy Resort & Theme Park in Devon, entertainment manager Dom plays quizmaster.

The return of the documentary following life at caravan parks across south-west England, with staff at Tencreek Holiday Park in Looe, Cornwall, preparing for the first arrivals of the summer season. At Welcome Family Holiday Park in Dawlish Warren, Devon, all departments are bracing themselves for the imminent peak season rush, while at Unity Resort in Somerset, head of entertainment `Chunkie" Russell is trying to train the new recruits for his pirate-themed show.

It's early summer in the West Country, and happy campers are arriving from far and wide to enjoy a great British holiday. At Holiday Resort Unity at Brean Sands in Somerset, the skies are blue, and for receptionist Sara, a lifelong caravanner, it doesn't feel like work. But a busy check-in day can test even the most enthusiastic of workers. Queues build and a lorry crashes into the automatic barriers. Can the team avoid failing at the first hurdle? Meanwhile, we visit former park entertainer Matt in his new role as general manager of north Cornwall's Widemouth Fields caravan park. But with great power comes great responsibility, and Matt has decided to give the old reception a major facelift. Meanwhile, at Crealy Park in Devon, new entertainment boss Graham has got big plans to shake up the park's bingo nights. He's asked his new righthand man Boston to take the traditional offering, so beloved by the regulars, to a whole new ‘bonkers' level. But with confetti cannons, fancy dress chickens and everything dialled up to eleven, have Graham and Boston gone too far? In Welcome Family Holiday Park at Dawlish Warren in Devon, showtime is approaching for entertainment head Mark and his gang. But the sudden departure of a team member has turned their tightly rehearsed routines upside down. They're all under pressure, and the spotlight is falling on new girl Lottie in her first professional job. Last minute, Mark turns up the temperature with a marathon entertainment evening for his worthy guests — but can his crew take the heat?

At Holiday Resort Unity at Brean Sands in Somerset, a lost dog without a collar has found its way behind the check-in desk and staff try to reunite it with its owners. At Tencreek Holiday Park in Cornwall, new entertainment recruit Connor is handed his biggest challenge when his boss Sean asks him to help run a hot-dog eating contest.

At Holiday Resort Unity in Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, wardens Gill and Steve discover a blocked drain that is spilling sewage, so it's a race against time to stem the tide before it leads to some very unhappy campers. At Crealy Theme Park and Resort in Devon, Dan decides new reception manager Emily should test one of the park's most popular rides.

The return of the documentary following life at caravan parks and campsites across south-west England, with staff preparing for the first arrivals of the summer season. At Holiday Resort Unity in Brean, Somerset, efforts are hampered when a severe weather warning is issued as temperatures threatening to hit 35C, while in Looe, Cornwall, general manager Rob has entered Tencreek Holiday Park in the prestigious Loo of the Year competition.

In Cornwal, Tencreek Park manager Rob facies a problem when there is no power to the kitchen, meaning breakfast for the campers is in danger if the problem is not solved quickly. At Holiday Resort Unity in Somerset, head of entertainment Chunkie Russell is doing his best to get his team ready for bingo night, while newcomer Millie has been called in to play the pivotal role of the Mummy in the children's entertainment perfromance at Welcome Family in Dawlish.

With summer in swing, food manager Steve launches a new menu at Tencreek. But when he's called away, the kitchen is left short-handed and complaints begin to stack up.

It's summer in the West Country and happy campers are arriving from far and wide to enjoy a Great British holiday. But in Somerset, guests at Holiday Resort Unity could be in for a big shock when a problem with the swimming pool is discovered - the lining has been damaged and it's a job too big for the maintenance team to fix. They call in a team of scuba divers, more used to working on oil rigs, to try and complete the renovation. But they need to do it overnight, or else they're going to have to close the pool, upsetting thousands of guests. Can the scuba team fix it in time?At Crealy Theme Park and Resort in Devon, new Entertainment Team Leader Boston is trying to impress his boss, Graham. He's taken over directing the kids' pirate-themed variety show, but after a lacklustre performance leaves the audience unimpressed, he knows he's got a long way to go. Graham gives Boston another chance to impress, taking charge of the table tennis competition. Can Boston turn things around and prove himself and his ping pong credentials?Back at Unity Holiday Resort, Head of Entertainment Chunkie Russell has brought one his favourite acts - Robin, who performs as a tribute to Michael Jackson. The act requires a complicated music and lighting set up, but on the night, the stage lights go dark. Can Chunkie fix the stage, and the performance, for the impatient audience?

In Looe, Cornwall, at the Tencreek Holiday Park, housekeeper Pixie and maintenance man Dion have a shock when they encounter a "trashed van" – a static caravan that's been left in a serious state of disrepair. With new campers already on their way, the team face a race against a time to get the sofas repaired and the floors and worktops spotless.At Crealy Theme Park & Resort in Devon, it's one of the busiest check-in days of the summer and newly-promoted rides manager Dan is forced to roll up his sleeves and join the housekeeping team to help them prepare the lodges for the new arrivals. But will his efforts with a mop and bucket prove to be up to standard?At Holiday Resort Unity in Somerset, head of food and beverage, James, wants to launch a new café, targeted at a very select clientele – dogs! But will the challenge of designing a canine-friendly menu mean that James's bitten off more than he can chew?Back in Cornwall, new head of entertainment Sean's plans for a bingo extravaganza hit the buffers when one of his speakers breaks down, and with a packed crowd expecting an eyes-down-for-a-full house, he needs to come up with a plan fast.And in Devon, at Welcome Family Holiday Park, entertainment veteran Mark has to come to terms with the declining powers of his voice. Unable to sing the powerful high notes, he's having to pass on the responsibility to the next generation. But can they step up to perform in the all-important Elton John tribute act?

It's summer in the Westcountry and happy campers are arriving from far and wide to enjoy a Great British holiday.In Looe, Cornwall, Tencreek General Manager Rob enters his team into the annual Looe Raft Race. The event hasn't always proved successful for the park - the previous year their raft finished in a humiliating last place.But Rob's determined to improve and has drafted in Food and Beverage Manager Steve and Maintenance Man Dion and challenged them to build an unbeatable raft. New Head of Reception Nicky is also determined to prove that she can be part of the crew, but will her lack of experience prove the team's undoing?

In Looe, Cornwall, campers at Tencreek have been enjoying a heatwave, but General Manager Rob has a feeling that rain is on its way. He's tasked Maintenance Man Dion to help him shore up the Park's flood defenses and, when the rain comes down, the campsite might have been saved, but for some campers, their holiday ends up being washout.In Devon, at Crealy Theme Park & Resort, new Head of Reception Emily has to face one of her trickiest tasks yet, dealing with a noise compliant.In Somerset, staff at Holiday Resort Unity are excited by a new arrival: a brand-new, top of the range luxury lodge. But these lodges, which measure the size of an average house, must be delivered in two parts, requiring delicate maintenance to complete. Can Sales Advisor Shane oversee a successful pairing of the two slices?Tencreek General Manager Rob asks his entertainment team to organise a family Sports Day. It's guests versus staff, and Rob's determined his team comes out on top, even if he has to cheat.In Devon, at Welcome Family Holiday Park, Head of Entertainment Mark comes to terms with the fact his voice is failing and that he can no longer hit the big, high notes his performances demand. Staff, family and friends decide to throw him a surprise party to celebrate his career, but can they keep it a secret?

It's summer in the West Country and happy campers are arriving from far and wide to enjoy a Great British holiday.In Devon, at the Welcome Family Holiday Park, staff are faced with an unusual challenge. Two families from the Midlands have joined forces to take them on in a game of softball. Head of Security Heather is made captain, despite her lack of knowledge of the rules, and things soon get feisty when the teams meet on the Park's sport's ground.In Somerset, at Holiday Resort Unity, the maintenance team are facing one of their most challenging days as everything that can go wrong, is going wrong. Can Paul and Josh get things fixed in time?In Cornwall, at Tencreek Holiday Park, the housekeeping team are sweltering during one of the busiest check-in days of the summer. Can Jodie and Clare get all the caravans ready in time?In Somerset, at Holiday Resort Unity, Head of Entertainment Chunkie Russell is gearing up for the grand finale of his summer season. He's booked a Madonna tribute act to wow the guests, but unfortunately there's a problem with her costume. And then a technical issue with the microphone threatens to cut off the sound, leaving Chunkie's big plans for a summer send-off in real danger.

It's the start of another summer season and Brits are flocking to the UK's holiday parks for some well-earned fun in the sun.Down on the south coast of Cornwall at Tencreek Holiday Park, a 14-strong family have arrived for their annual Cornish camping blow out. Unfortunately for them, the Great British weather has other ideas and their getaway quickly goes from terrific to torrential when a yellow weather warning brings gale force winds and lashing rain. With their tent leaking like a sieve, will this year's escape be a complete washout, or can Park Manager Rob and his team help turn it around?Over in Somerset, at Holiday Resort Unity, Head of Entertainment Chunkie Russell is lining up another summer season of music, magic and extravagant stage shows to keep the masses entertained. This year he is sticking his neck out and revamping a traditional highlight of the theatrical calendar - the Great British summer Panto. It's got heroes, villains and even a 20 foot inflatable beanstalk, but that's not all: Chunkie is taking an extra special gamble and has cast Guest Relations Manager Sara in a lead role. The trouble is, she's a complete stage novice! Will the beanstalk and Sara's performance fall flat or will it all go off with a bang?Back down in Cornwall, and the season is hotting up. Lloyd from the maintenance team has been sent to help a guest find a mystery intruder and the housekeeping team are at breaking point as more and more holiday makers pile into the park.On change-over days getting vans cleaned and ready in time for the next arrival is always a challenge, but when Head of Housekeeping Pauline and Assistant Carrie eventually get in to clean a van due for an early check in they are met with a mountain of mess and destruction. With limited time to turn around this disaster zone will the park's answer to Kim and Aggie crumble under the pressure or will their no-nonsense approach save the day? 

In Somerset, at Holiday Resort Unity's 220-acre site, an army of staff are working around the clock to make holiday memories happen. But sometimes, what happens on holiday is best forgotten. For 15-year-old guest George, his holiday has only just begun when a quick kick-about with his younger brother results in a dislocated knee and a very unwelcome trip to A&E, meaning the family's holiday might well be over before it's even begun.Meanwhile, Head of Security Simon is indulging in his love of dogs by organising the park's very own version of Crufts.Down in Cornwall, Tencreek Holiday Park is also gearing up for a competition, this time though it's the guests themselves who are competing. Matt and his team of yellow coats are on the hunt for the park's most talented performers, invited to battle it out to bag themselves a free holiday, but with so many talented singers, dancers and comedians in the mix, including last year's winner, who will come out on top is anyone's guess.In Housekeeping, Assistant Manager Carrie has an irritating insect invasion on her hands, thanks to the rising summer heat. Elsewhere on the park, General Manager Rob is also worried about their vans, although this time the problem is more of an aromatic one…

The UK summer holiday season is in full swing, and across the country millions are turning their backs on holidays abroad, opting for a good old-fashioned staycation.Down on the south coast of Cornwall at Tencreek Holiday Park the Great British weather is again reminding guests of what a gamble a UK staycation can sometimes be. For newly arrived campers Jason and his family, putting up their tent in high winds and lashing rain is not the start to their holiday they were hoping for, and when they discover they've left vital clothing at home and their tent is far from waterproof, things go from bad to worse…Over in Holiday Resort Unity, maintenance man Ponytail Paul is rushed off his feet. A full park means a list of jobs as long as his arm. The first guest in distress is owner Tracey who's racing to get her caravan ready in time for the arrival of her nine-month-old granddaughter, but a locked box is proving tricky and, close by, retiree Roger is having problems with his water works. Can ponytail Paul come to the rescue and get these happy campers back on track?Back down in Cornwall and CCTV footage has park manager Rob seeing red. Ghostly goings on in his clubhouse have resulted in the loss of alcohol. Terrified that his profits are going down the drain, Rob plans on getting rid of the troublesome ghost once and for all.And finally, in Somerset, park showman Chunky is preparing to put on another new show to entertain the crowds. The trouble is, he's left rehearsals a little too late and even a good dose of winging it might not be enough to get through this one…

The summer season is in full flow at Tencreek Holiday Park in Cornwall. Park Manager Rob is doing the rounds when a mystery car grabs his attention. Seemingly abandoned and with no driver in sight, Rob soon discovers the car, and caravan it was towing at the time, had become stranded in the soft mud. With the caravan towed to safety by the maintenance team, can the broken car and holiday be rescued?Saving themselves the possibility of similar car troubles, holiday makers the Seals, have made their long journey south to Tencreek by train, bus and finally on foot. After eight hours on the move they are determined to relax and get down to indulging in their number one holiday park passion, Bingo. In a fiercely fought battle where lucky charms, dobbers and even tables are coveted to help bag cash prizes, can the Seals finally end a losing streak and take the trip of a lifetime?Over in Somerset, Guest Services Supervisor Sara is feeling fired up. At Holiday Resort Unity, it's country & western week, and a chance for Sara to indulge in some serious dressing up. With hundreds flocking to the park for one of the biggest reenactment events in the calendar, guests indulge in a riot of authentic costumes, line dancing and memorabilia. This year Sara is going all Annie Oakley and competing in her first-ever fast fingered quickdraw event, but it's not for the faint hearted and this competitive shootout is for serious contenders only, so Sara had better get her cowgirl on!Back in Cornwall, General Manager Rob is on tenterhooks. Shiny new guest caravans are imminent but, at a significant cost to the park bosses, he's worried the tiny Cornish roads may well damage them before they even make it to the park and, even if they do arrive in one piece, it's a race against the clock to get them into position as new guests are already booked in and on their way.

At Holiday Resort Unity, the summer is in full swing and the 220-acre park is buzzing with activity.Down on one of the four camping fields, new Park Wardens husband and wife team Antoinette and Brian are welcoming in arrivals when a party of four extended families, reuniting from around the country for an important celebration, accidentally gets separated from each other when an error is made on their booking. Unhappy she has let her campers down, Antoinette has to find a solution fast, lest the important party is over before it's even begun.In Cornwall, new Tencreek Entertainment Manager Matt is sticking his neck out. He has managed to convince General Manager Rob to splash the cash on upgrading the park's two mascots, Sparky the Shark and Dino the Dolphin, as they were starting to show their age. It's a risky business as the mascots are a very big part of every holiday maker's break and a big part of the parks brand. Getting it wrong could be a costly mistake.Over in Somerset, the static owners are reveling in the summer sunshine and are out in force working on their own little gardens of Eden. With over 700 privately owned vans on site, the private gardens make for an attractive addition and the park's owners encourage their upkeep by organising an annual garden competition. Head gardener Max and Guest Services Supervisor Sara have been tasked with judging this year's finalists, but with such strong contenders in line for a win, who will take the top spot of Best Garden on Park?Finally at Tencreek, the team are taking another financial risk: this time it's to the tune of £200,000 and involves ripping out and renewing their entire commercial kitchen. It'll be the first time in 20 years the park has got a new kitchen, so General Manager Rob is keen to make sure it goes to plan. To add to the pressure, the day the kitchen is due to be finished coincides with the start of one of their busiest weekends. The park is fully booked and coach-loads of thirsty and hungry party goers are getting ready to rock out with Suzi Quatro and band, but will Rob and the team manage to get the kitchen up and running in time?

Down on the Cornish coast at Tencreek Holiday Park, new arrival ex-army sergeant Mark and his faithful dog have turned up for a quick birthday getaway, and a chance for some recuperation after back surgery left Mark with difficulty walking. Meanwhile, it's change over day at the park, and for the Housekeeping team, the busiest part of the week.

It's summer at Tencreek Holiday Park in Cornwall, and maintenance man Lloyd attempts to get the shop's air conditioning back up and running before they have a financial disaster on their hands. Cameras also focus on Chunky, the entertainment king at Holiday Resort Unity who is getting in shape for a potential return to the wrestling ring.

Cameras follow a sports day at Tencreek holiday park in Cornwall. Welly wanging, knobbly knees and the good old tug-of-war are all on the agenda to get the campers all fired up with a bit of Hi-de-Hi! nostalgia. Over at dog-friendly Holiday Resort Unity, the team encourages guests to bring their poochie pals on holiday. When the occasional dog goes missing, staff attempt to reunite these wandering hounds with their worried owners.