Calor, the UK’s leading supplier of LPG, has announced plans to streamline its gas bottle range as part of its … More
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ideas I have come across from others or the Internet
New Fiat Ducato launched
Fiat shows the all-new Ducato Fiat has released the first details of the all-new Ducato, the most popular motorhome base … More
Record numbers of Britons are buying motorhomes for staycations, leading to a shortage | Daily Mail Online
Record numbers of Britons are buying motorhomes for staycations, leading to a shortage of vehicles. As the pandemic threatens overseas holidays, … More
Caravan Design Awards 2021
The Caravan and Motorhome Club have compiled the Caravan Design Awards 2021 which is packed full of information about the … More
Setting up a Certificated Location
Diversify and make the most of the staycation boom – Setting up a Certificated Location All you need to know … More
50+ clever, surprising, and incredibly practical smartphone features you probably didn’t know
50+ clever, surprising, and incredibly practical smartphone features you probably didn’t know Check your pulse, level a painting on the … More
Going Green
Great new roof mounted accessory, generates loads of power only down side is avoiding the bridges.
Beware of Paying TREBLE for Dartford Crossing
Pay the Dartford Crossing charge (Dart Charge) If you are planning a trip and it means going over the Dartford … More
MotorhomeModsUK
MotorhomeModsUK is a blog consisting of a collection of tips, tricks, ideas and motorhome projects I have found on the … More
How to Get Wifi From 4 KM or 2.5 Miles Away!!!
How to Get Wifi From 4 KM or 2.5 Miles Away!!! UPDATED FOR FASTER SPEEDS!!!! How to Get Wifi From … More
Fridge Vent Covers
These covers are easily removed by twisting the securing screws by just half a turn. Be careful you don’t lose … More
A great source for spare parts for motorhome and caravan
http://www.caktanks.com/files/cak_catalogue_2013/2013_Cak_Catalogue_Low_Res.pdf 2013_Cak_Catalogue_Low_Res.pdf
How To Deal With Post – Most Common Questions
POST – How To Deal With It – Most Common Questions The most common questions I get asked are – … More
Motorhome DIY pros and cons | Advice | Practical Motorhome | Word of Warning
Motorhome DIY pros and cons | Advice | Practical Motorhome When it comes to motorhome DIY horrors, Practical Motorhome’s Diamond … More
Another Motorhome DIY’er
Some excellent diy improvements to a motorhome as well as a lot of travelling tips at http://www.ourwanderer.uk/pagelinks.htm#Links
Wild Camping Rules, Laws & Etiquette | Motorhome Advice | Freedhome
Wild Camping Rules, Laws & Etiquette | Motorhome Advice | Freedhome Everything you need to know about wild camping in … More
Spotting and preventing damp in your caravan or motorhome
Spotting and preventing damp in your caravan or motorhome – Caravan Guard Blog We bring you our top tips on … More
Caravan Security
Caravan Security – The Facts | Lifesure Group Blog With half of all stolen caravans taken from private driveways, you’ll … More
Motorhome Speed Limits
Found this article in a magazine that clarifies the maximum speeds you can legally travel on different types of roads … More
Motorhome Dimensions
It’s a useful idea to have a note of your motorhome critical dimensions so when you see bridge heights, road … More
Appliance Amps Chart
A useful little chart I have stuck on the inside of the wardrobe door to give us a rough idea … More
Motorhome Parking places in the United Kingdom
Information on more than 2270 Motorhome Parking places in the United Kingdom The web site that directs you to over … More
Wild Camping Map of UK
Found this website showing motorhome parking across the whole of the UK at http://wildcamping.moonfruit.com/# Picture shows just an example of … More
Winter Preparation
Datasheet-13.pdf http://www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/AdvicePdfs/Datasheet-13.pdf Alternatively keep using your motorhome during the winter months – but there’s still a lot of things to … More
1000’s of ideas on Pinterest
Mainly based around the American RVs buy with plenty of good ideas. See https://uk.pinterest.com/explore/rv-mods/
10 day weather forecast
A 10 day weather forecast for the UK can never be taken accurately but only a guideline which changes daily. … More
Rain Alarm
A useful app for your smart phone as it gives an alarm when it is actually raining within 10 miles … More
Gas Locker Storage
The gas locker on our van is designed to take 2x6kg bottles. On average a bottle lasts us over a … More
Battery Charger Chart
A useful battery charge chart. If the control panel provides a reading in volts then you can be sure that … More
DVSA – Vehicle Recalls
http://www.dft.gov.uk/vosa/apps/recalls/default.asp Has your motorhome our campervan (or any vehicle) had any recalls. Use the above link to check.
Truma Levelling App
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.feo_elektronik.trumaapp&hl=en_GB Truma have a handy app available as a free download to assist in levelling your motorhome (or caravan)
Wi-Fi Hotspot Directory
http://www.hotspot-locations.co.uk/ Another useful website that lists all local WiFi hotspots throughout the UK (and most international destinations)
Mobile Coverage Checker
http://maps.ofcom.org.uk/check-coverage/mobile Another handy website to check the mobile signal for a campsite you may be considering. You may need to … More
Information on more than 2260 Motorhome Parking places in the United Kingdom
http://www.motorhomeparking.co.uk/ Some useful information about where you can our cannot park? Whether you are camping or parking? It is clear … More
Alternatives to using motorway service stations – Just Off Junction
Why pay motorway service station prices – check out alternatives at http://www.justoffjunction.co.uk/
TV Channels At Campsite
http://www.freeview.co.uk/channels-at-your-address If you are a tele addict or don’t want to miss a tv program whilst you are away and … More
BBC Weather
http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather One of the better weather websites to check the weather before deciding where to go. Amazing the difference the … More
Simple Security Idea
A simple security idea is to always leave the front wheels in full lock especially smaller camper vans. The easiest … More
Thatcham Approved Steering Locks
Like most motorhomes they are rich picking for thieves so I have taken most reasonable steps to protect mine. As … More
Sticky “dots”
The self adhesive plastic bumps or dots have many uses around the motorhome. To pack doors and drawers to prevent … More
Spare Wheel Airline
A very useful accessory to check your motorhome spare wheel that is tucked away under the van. The worse thing … More
Cleaning Water Tanks
A useful link to an article about cleaning drinking water tanks and any other water tank at http://zappysblog.co.uk/motorhome-articles/cleaning-water-tanks-and-containers-in-motorhomes-rvs-caravans-and-boat/
How to use French gas bottles when abroad
Useful information about how to use and adapt our calorgas connectors for French gas cylinders. Ideal for extended trips to … More
Cab Draughts
In cold weather and you can feel draughts coming from the front – good chance it is coming through the … More
UK Sites Caravan Parks and Campsites.Online
Source: UK Sites Caravan Parks and Campsites.Online Follow our travels during periods I am not tinkering around with the van.
Illegal motorhome “No Parking” signs
An interesting recent blog post about motorhome no parking signs are illegal!! See https://andystrangeway.wordpress.com/2016/01/25/govt-anti-motorhome-policy-exposed/
What mods does your insurance company need to know about
Useful info if you are like me and like to make “minor” miods to your motorhome. See http://www.caravanguard.co.uk/news/motorhome-modifications-6371/
Find your local Calorgas stockist
Find your local calorgas stockist at https://www.calor.co.uk/find-a-stockist
Calor & BP Gas bottles Comparison
After weighing up the weights and measures I use the 3.9 calor gas bottles. Saves about 12kg weight and because … More
Parking Pal UK App
A useful car park finding app – we can usually squeeze into a car pitch on a corner or a … More
