Britain is a fantastic place to go on holiday and there’s hundreds of great destinations to choose from. Caravanning is seen as a distinctly British thing and thousands of people go off on holiday in the UK every year. Due to the higher average temperatures, the south tends to contain most of the popular destinations. Read the rest of this article to find out more about some of the most popular camping destinations.
Cornwall
Lots of people who purchase caravans for sale decide to go to the West Country for their first trip. Probably the most popular choice is Cornwall due to the dependable weather, good beaches and even better surf. The more popular places tend to be around Perranporth and Newquay. Cornwall’s Atlantic coast is extremely popular with the surfing community.
Dorset
The rolling countryside and brilliant coastline of Dorset make it a popular caravan destination. The larger towns such as Weymouth and Bournemouth bring attract lots of visitors in the summer months. The Jurassic coast of Dorset is excellent for fossil hunting and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cumbria
Cumbria, and the Lake District in particular contain some of the most breathtaking scenery in the UK which is why so many people travel there. You can use any of the hundreds of campsites in the area as a base for exploring the wider countryside. Those who love walking and being outdoors will find the Lake District to be one of the best areas in the UK.
The South Downs
The South Downs has only recently become a national park and provides some great holiday destinations. The town of Eastbourne is considered the eastern edge of the park and the Itchen Valley in Hampshire serves as the western edge. The South Downs way is a 99mile walking route that links Winchester and Eastbourne. The towns or Lewes, Brighton and Arundel are also popular.
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Are you considering taking a motorhomes break? Some say that a motorhome trip is one of the best experiences you could have. There’s nothing quite like exploring a place on the road while getting to sleep in comfort wherever you end up. However, when you’re packing for a trip like this the last thing you need is stress, especially when you want to keep the load as low in weight as possible. This guide outlines some top tips on packing lightly and practically for all kinds of motorhome holidays.
Begin by packing your clothes. When going on a holiday in motorhomes try to avoid taking too many clothes. Although it can be great fun to get dressed up in different outfits everyday you must think practically. This means taking clothes that can be layered and that can cope with all weathers. For instance, for a summer trip, ensure you include light waterproofs in case of rain.
Only take the essential toiletries you need for bathroom use. If space is a concern, take travel sized toiletries that will last as long as your trip. If you are taking a family trip, try and make sure you all use the same toiletries to save bringing too much with you.
It is always worth taking toys, games and other leisure equipment to fully enjoy your experience. This will keep the entire family happy and occupied. Brackets tend to be used to attach bikes and other large items to motorhomes.
Health and safety must be a priority for your holiday so you should always pack for emergencies. Take a highly-stocked first aid kit as well as good means for outside communication. Trips in motorhomes are a lot of fun, however they can also be the cause of some unexpected situations, so be prepared.
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Being new to the RV choice of travel, we were honestly quite overwhelmed and frightened at the thought of camping in our new motorhome. Even though the salesman was very helpful and informative when we purchased our motorhome, we had doubts that we were competent enough to know what to do. Afterall, neither one of us had ever gone camping in our lives! We weren’t sure we would remember all of the instructions. We were fearful that something in the rig wouldn’t work right. And, most importantly, we didn’t want to cause irreparable damage to our brand new investment.
Because of these fears, we actually owned our RV for several months before we took the plunge. We drove the RV, but didn’t camp in it or use any of the facilities. It was more or less a means of transportation for us to get from one destination to the other. In fact, we were so fearful of our lack of experience that I’m embarrassed to admit we actually parked the RV in motel parking lots and proceeded to stay in the rooms of motels!
After months of procrastination and second-guessing our decision to be RV-ers, we shared our anxieties with our dear friends, who just happen to live in their RV full-time. They were actually both horrified and amused that we were so afraid to use our motorhome in the way for which it was designed. Luckily, they offered to accompany us on our very first camping excursion. What a relief and a blessing that turned out to be!
We followed them, caravan-style, to a State Park a couple of hours away. Upon arriving at the gate house, they led us through the ropes of registering, selecting a campsite, and setting up. They directed and guided us through the back-in process. After parking our rig, they patiently stood beside us as we proceeded to hook our rig up, answering our questions and dealing with our concerns as we went.
Prior to setting out on this excursion, our friends designed a “check list” of supplies for us to fill. In addition to the supplies to have on hand, they advised us to fill our water reservoir tank. This turned out to be very helpful, because as hard as we looked, we just couldn’t find a water supply. That’s because there wasn’t one. We would need to rely on our on-board water tank using our water pump. We also realized there was not a sewer hook-up at our campsite, either, but were assured by our friends that on this short camping trip, we wouldn’t need one. We were actually quite surprised to find out that many State and National Campgrounds do not have full hook-ups available.
After lowering the leveling jacks, extending our slide-outs, and adjusting our awning with the aid of our friends, we were finally able to relax and enjoy ourselves. We took a hike so that we could explore our surroundings and appreciate nature. We lit a campfire with the firewood provided by the Park and had a picnic supper. We listened to our friends’ recollections of their personal camping experiences and thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience.
Because of our friends’ encouragement and assistance on our first camping adventure, we gained the knowledge and the confidence we needed. In fact, we learned so well that we put this new-found knowledge to practice by going camping by ourselves the very next weekend and have been enjoying traveling and camping in our motorhome ever since. In fact, we have quite a few RV adventures to share, as well.
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