The Shingler family welcome you to Lower
Lacon Caravan Park, situated just one mile from the attractive
market town of Wem, North Shropshire with train and bus services
and convenient for many local attractions. For example the historic
towns of Shrewsbury, Ellesmere and Whitchurch, all within 10
miles.
A.D.A.C
A.C.S.I
CAMPINGWIJZER
Touring
Park - Open All Year
(with limited facilities from
November to March)
AA: 3
Pennants
RAC: Approved
Members
of:
B.H. & H.P.A.
N.S.T.A.
Brief
History of Lower Lacon Caravan Park
Lower
Lacon Caravan Park started life as the back entrance of
the Aston Park American
Army Camp (which was a munitions and distribution depot)
built in the 2nd World War, on land compulsory purchased
from Clive’s
paternal grandfather. When they were developing the area they
lost a D8 Bulldozer (it sank in the soil) so the Americans
covered most of the Park with hardcore up to a depth of 3
feet, brought from local foundries, (which makes pegging in
most places quite difficult). In 1971 Clive’s parents
bought the ground back and decided to develop a caravan
site.
We
opened in 1974 with permission for 60 Tourers. In those
days, there
was 30 acres,
no electric and only a small shop and one toilet block,
which was smaller than it is today and we charged 66p per
night.
Clive, Judy and Clive’s Dad continued to Market Garden,
on land across the road, to fund the development of the
Caravan Park. Clive and Judy now own the Caravan Park following
the
retirement of his mother and later the death of his father.
Things have moved on a lot
since those early days we now have 47 acres of land, and accommodate
caravans, tents, motor caravans and static holiday homes.
210 electric points, 2 Toilet and shower blocks, a new shop
with off licence,
café and take away meals. An outdoor heated swimming pool, an adult
only Club with a marquee for the children there is also a Barn, with a licensed
bar
where we hold family discos during the summer. Also for the children (or young
at heart) we have a crazy golf course, a play area and some animals including,
alpacas, sheep, goats, a pony, ducks and chickens.
Touring,
Motor Caravan and Camping Site
Small Secluded Static Holiday Home Park
Caravan storage area.
Calor gas and Camping Gaz dealer,
free local delivery available.
