Cycling in the tracks of Britain’s camping pioneers from Oxford to Surrey
A 60-mile cycling trip from Oxford to Walton-on-Thames celebrated the 125th anniversary of the Camping and Caravanning Club, which began as a cycling organization in 1898. Cyclists can still find campsites welcoming tents despite the popularity of motorhomes. Thomas Hiram Holding, the club's founder, recognized camping's health benefits and invented camping gear to enhance the experience.
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Published 17 Jun 2026, 06:00 UTC · Updated 17 Jun 2026, 06:50 UTC
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