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Heartbreak for UK Tourers: Leisure Sales Cheshire Enters Administration (And What It Means for Your Warranty)
The outdoor and touring community has been hit with truly gutting news today. Leisure Sales, the beloved independent caravan dealership based near Sandbach in Cheshire, has officially announced that it has entered administration and will be closing its doors for good.
For decades, Leisure Sales was so much more than a pitch filled with tourers. They were a cornerstone for tourers, family campers, weekend explorers, and outdoor enthusiasts throughout Cheshire, the North West, and well beyond. Their team was known for genuine friendliness, extensive knowledge, top tier customer handovers, and a deep passion for helping families get out into the British countryside.
Seeing an established, dedicated business like this close its gates is an awful reminder of just how punishing the current economic climate is for independent companies.
A Heartfelt Farewell from a True Local Champion
In an emotional statement released to their customers, partners, and friends, the team at Leisure Sales shared their grief over the forced closure:
"Today marks the end of our journey as Leisure Sales, as we sadly announce that the business is going into administration and will be closing. This is not the ending any of us ever wanted, and it is incredibly difficult to put into words what this means to us. To every customer who has walked through our doors, purchased a caravan from us, recommended us to friends and family, or supported us along the way, thank you. You have been so much more than customers and we are truly grateful to have been part of your journeys and adventures."
They extended heartfelt gratitude to their hardworking staff, trusted suppliers, and the thousands of tourers who made the dealership part of their family travels over the years. They will be sorely missed across the entire UK outdoor scene.
The Reality Check: Why Supporting Local Matters More Than Ever
Times are undeniably tough right now. Between soaring operating costs, supply chain pressures, and squeezed family budgets, the independent businesses that power our weekend getaways are fighting an uphill battle.
Whether it is your neighbourhood independent outdoor retailer, an independent repair workshop, a family-run campsite, or a local kit supplier, these businesses are the backbone of the British adventure community. They offer genuine face-to-face advice, personal handovers, and aftercare that faceless online conglomerates simply cannot match. When an independent pillar like Leisure Sales disappears, the whole community feels the shockwave.
Wherever you can, buy local, book local, and back the small businesses keeping our community on the road.
Bought a Caravan from Leisure Sales? Here Is What Happens to Your Warranty
Hearing that your supplying dealership has entered administration naturally rings alarm bells, especially if you have an active guarantee on your caravan.
The good news is that Leisure Sales has issued immediate, comprehensive guidance to reassure caravan owners. Because manufacturer warranties and used cover schemes operate independently of the dealership itself, your protection does not simply vanish.
Here is the exact breakdown of how your cover works going forward:
New Caravans: Manufacturer Warranties
If you bought a brand new caravan from Leisure Sales, your manufacturer warranty remains valid, provided you adhere to the manufacturer's routine service intervals and standard terms.
You do not need Leisure Sales to carry out your warranty work or servicing. You simply need to book with an approved network service centre or retailer:
Bailey Caravans: You can arrange warranty work through any Bailey-approved retailer or service facility. Find your closest one using the official locator:
Swift and Sprite Caravans: Book your scheduled servicing or warranty claims with any Swift-approved repairer across the country. Locate an approved engineer here:
Used Caravans: MB&G Warranty Policies
If you picked up a pre-owned tourer backed by an MB&G warranty policy, your individual cover stays in place for the remainder of your agreed policy duration, subject to the standard policy terms and conditions.
MB&G policies can be honoured by approved caravan workshops up and down Britain.
Locate your nearest accredited centre using the National Caravan Council (NCC) Approved Workshop Scheme database: https://www.approvedworkshops.co.uk/find-approved-workshop
Top Tip Before Booking: Always ring both the chosen workshop and MB&G directly before authorising any mechanical or habitation work. Confirm that the repair centre is willing to handle the third-party warranty claim and ensure the specific repair job gets pre-authorised by MB&G so you are not left out of pocket.
Standing Strong as a Community
While Leisure Sales can no longer carry out dealership or workshop tasks, it is reassuring that customer warranties remain protected across national networks.
We want to send our deepest thoughts and best wishes to every member of the Leisure Sales staff and their families during this testing time. Thank you for decades of getting British campers and caravanners hitched up, kitted out, and safely onto the open road!
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