Barns Green campsite crowned the best in the South East at prestigious awards
A Barns Green campsite has been crowned the best in the South East at the 2026-27 AA Caravan & Camping Awards.
Sumners Ponds Fishery & Campsite was named AA Campsite of the Year for South East England. The campsite in Chapel Road was one of five English regional winners at the prestigious awards.
AA Hotel & Hospitality Services announced the winners of its 2026–27 Caravan & Camping Awards, which celebrate the exceptional sites that are setting the standard for outdoor accommodation across the UK, on November 4.
Research published by AA Media this year revealed that 43 per cent of respondents are choosing UK destinations over overseas holidays and one in five Britons are planning a camping or caravan holiday, showing the growing appetite to experience the very best of what Britain’s campsites and caravan parks have to offer.
This year’s AA Caravan & Camping Awards winners celebrate 13 sites across the country, selected by the AA’s expert inspectors for their outstanding quality and commitment to delivering an exceptional experience.
Categories include three national winners, as well as awards for AA Glamping Site of the Year, AA Sustainable Park of the Year and AA Small Campsite of the Year.
Simon Numphud, managing director at AA Media, said: “Travellers today are choosing to discover more of what we have on our doorstep, and the caravan and camping sector is very much at the heart of that story.
“This year’s award winners are a testament to the passion, investment and commitment to quality that is driving the sector forward, offering British holidaymakers exceptional experiences that are truly memorable.
“Congratulations to all of this year’s winners and their outstanding teams.”