Staying Here for the Summer?!
22nd July '092009 has widely been dubbed as ‘the year of the staycation’ with an estimated 37 million Britons opting to use home as a base for days out this summer instead of expensive trips abroad.
As the credit crunch leads to nearly everyone tightening their purse strings, two weeks on a foreign beach can seem like a world away from reality. However, the Great British tourism industry is enjoying something of a boom with more and more people seeking value for money weekend and day trips.
Festivals and camping trips are a great way to spend quality time with friends and family without breaking the bank and with The Pallasades Shopping Centre with Oswald Bailey, Tresspass and Argos offering a whole host of great outdoor equipment, there really is no need to go anywhere else for your staycation needs this summer.
Jonathan Cheetham, general manager for The Pallasades, says: “Britain is a beautiful place to spend your summer, there really is no need to go abroad to get away from it all. With Birmingham being only a few hours from anywhere in the country we are well positioned to take advantage of what can be found on these shores.
“At The Pallasades, our retailers are on hand to help customers find the right equipment whether it be a tent, walking boots, those all important wellies and waterproofs for festivals or even games for the beach or park.”
Trespass provides versatility, comfort and style with their innovative, feature packed clothing. Clothing that performs whatever outdoor pursuit you choose, beginner or a seasoned veteran and are currently offering two for £15 on selected fleeces, subject to availability.
Oswald Bailey have been selling Outdoor Gear and Camping equipment since 1906 and have a great range of Waterproof Clothing, hike boots, tents, sleeping bags and rucksacks while catalogue outlet Argos is renowned for its great value and excellent choice of outdoor and playtime products.
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