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British glamping domes could provide an attractive on-farm diversification

Louise Stone, sales development manager at TruDomes, has provided some straightforward ways to avoid planning obstacles to help farmers seeking the easiest possible way to fit diversification into their busy workload

Chris Brayford
clock 鈥� 3 min read
"Geodomes are an excellent choice for a better yield: even with facilities limited to the basic provision of toilets and waste disposal, it should be feasible to charge at least 拢70 per night per unit during peak periods."
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"Geodomes are an excellent choice for a better yield: even with facilities limited to the basic provision of toilets and waste disposal, it should be feasible to charge at least 拢70 per night per unit during peak periods."

Launching a campsite business is an exciting venture and an attractive way for farmers and landowners to create a valuable revenue stream. One of the few drawbacks in diversification can be the hassle...

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