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Driving down the A12 yesterday and noticed a new camping display and shop at Capel St Mary where they used to sell sheds and swimming pools. Tents erected and visible from the road. Big sign up saying 'Blackjack Camping'.

Will endeavour to have a closer look when I've got time,

I went there yesterday evening and spoke to the owner who offered to show me around. They are currently getting ready for opening on Saturday 7th August, that's why there's limited stock there at the moment. I wish them the best of luck starting a new venture in this climate. If they get the stock, prices and customer service right, they will do well in that location as there's no other in Ipswich. He will mainly stock SunnCamp to begin with as their factory/warehouse is reasonably close down the A12, but was open to suggestions for other makes. Obviously security is an issue, hence the herras fencing. They have a brick building and temporary marquee as showrooms. The land was cheap rent and ideal as a start-up site. I'm going to go back at the weekend to have a proper look around.