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Business Rates

Rural Planning Co’s Justin Stevenson breaks down business rates for glampsites. Business rates are taxes designed to help fund services in a local authority. The government charges business rates on commercial properties including those used […]

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Building Regulations

Teresa Jones gives the low down on construction requirements for glamping accommodation. At what point do Building Regulations kick in for a glamping structure? Any building that is to be used for sleeping accommodation should […]

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Market Research

Don’t be put off by the words ‘market research’ – it doesn’t have to be technical, expensive or time-consuming, says Hannah Moule. In a nutshell, market research is about getting as much honest feedback about […]

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What to do with Waste

Basic principles of sewage treatment for glamping, with advice from Jon Trelfa. A top issue for glamping businesses is what to do with effluent waste from toilets and washing facilities. This article discusses several options. […]

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Architects

Barbara Griffin-Wright on selecting and working with an architect. With the events of the last few years, there has been an increasing desire for us all to be able to escape, travel and explore new […]

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Natural Pools

Create the ultimate in immersive, back to nature experiences while increasing your sustainability credentials. Natural pools are designed to be hygienically operated without the need for continuous chemical disinfection, and with minimum energy and water […]

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Water Heating for Glampsites

How to specify a water heating option that works for your site. Water heaters have evolved dramatically in terms of technology, energy efficiency and cost, so it can be overwhelming when it comes to choosing […]

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Zero Waste

Start your journey to zero waste with advice from the European Commission’s ‘Take a Green Step’ programme. A milestone achievement for any environmental plan, moving to zero waste will show your guests you not only […]

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Composting Toilets

The best composting toilets with advice from Practically Green. Dry toilets are a great way to go off-grid at your glamping site. They require no water and often no electricity. Dry toilets come in a […]

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Booking Systems

How to compare and select the right booking system with advice from Ted Howard-Jones. If you’re running a business that takes bookings your customers will now expect to be able to book and pay online. […]

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Building a Glamping Roundhouse

Kate Symonds shares her family’s hands on journey in creating eco accommodation at Round the Woods. We have been hosting guests in our two yurts, Oak Tree and Hazelnut, at Round the Woods since 2015. […]

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Safe, Clean & Legal

Post pandemic, Quality in Tourism’s Safe, Clean & Legal certification is more relevant than ever. Consumers often assume that any property they stay in is safe and compliant. In reality, this may not be the […]