Introduction

You don't just live in a motorhome, you live with it. So it's important to choose the right one, look after it properly and make the best use of it.

This blog is based on my own experiences, as well as pulling together useful advice from other sources. Please use the Contents link on the left for an overview of posts.

Thursday, 27 October 2016

What will suit your needs?

It may be an obvious point but the first decision is whether a motorhome or camper van is the right choice for you. It's a big investment so it's important to get it right. For example, would a caravan be a better option? Or if you don't think you'll get away very often perhaps you could spend the money you would have invested in a motorhome on rented cottages or hotels.

Thursday, 20 October 2016

Stanstead Hall, Suffolk

Stanstead Hall, near the village of Hitcham in Suffolk, is a beautifully maintained yet informally arranged site for adults only. As the site’s website explains, there are no rigidly defined pitches; you turn up and pick a spot – and there are a number of electric points scatted around so there is plenty of choice.

A central block houses a toilet, shower, wash up area and chemical toilet disposal point. The latter is eco-friendly and the owners supply a suitable chemical, with a request for a voluntary donation of 20p.

Tuesday, 11 October 2016

Greenacres Farm

Greenacres Farm in Chappel, near Colchester in Essex is a small site with friendly and helpful owners. It is a Caravan Club Certificated Location, which means you have to be Caravan Club member to stay there.

The first thing to say is that it’s a nice, quiet site (depending on your neighbours in the field, of course). There a small field with just 5 grass pitches for Caravan Club members and the pitches are well spaced out (all with electric).