Articles & Travel Stories

Practical guides on buying, selling, renting and converting campervans - plus real travel stories from owners on the road.

The Ultimate Guide to Campervan Holidays for First-Timers
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The Ultimate Guide to Campervan Holidays for First-Timers

Campervan hire offers a special kind of getaway. If it's your first time, there's no need to feel nervous - these four tips will get you on your way.

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10 Tips for When You Hire a Campervan for the First Time
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10 Tips for When You Hire a Campervan for the First Time

From planning a short first trip to one-pot cooking and arriving in daylight, here are ten practical tips for your first campervan hire.

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5 Things You Should Know Before Hiring a Campervan
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5 Things You Should Know Before Hiring a Campervan

From vehicle types and licence rules to what's included and the all-important handover, here are the five things to know before hiring a campervan.

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Campervan Hire UK: A Guide for Beginners
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Campervan Hire UK: A Guide for Beginners

Renting a campervan is one of the most flexible ways to experience the UK. Here's a step-by-step breakdown, from reality check to choosing a company.

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Hiring Campervans in the UK: Tips for Beginners
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Hiring Campervans in the UK: Tips for Beginners

A first-hand account of hiring a campervan in the UK for the first time - the freedom, the club you join, and the practical FAQ answers.

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First-Time Motorhome Hire in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide
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First-Time Motorhome Hire in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide

From choosing the right vehicle and understanding costs to planning an itinerary and finding campsites, a beginner's step-by-step to a stress-free motorhome holiday.

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A Beginner's Guide to Driving a Campervan
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A Beginner's Guide to Driving a Campervan

If you're hiring a campervan for the first time, the thought of driving it can feel intimidating. The good news: it's easier than you think.

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How to Sell Your Motorhome: A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Sell Your Motorhome: A Step-by-Step Guide

From understanding real value to preparing, pricing, listing and negotiating - a structured, strategic approach is the fastest route to a confident sale.

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How to Sell Your Motorhome: The Ultimate Guide

Valuation, selling methods, preparation and after-sale steps - a complete walkthrough from valuation to closing the deal.

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Sell My Motorhome: The Brokerage Approach Explained

Selling decisions usually come down to price, speed and ease. Brokerage is the one route that lets you blend all three - here's how it works.

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Van Life UK: Our First Few Months on the Road
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Van Life UK: Our First Few Months on the Road

Stepping into digital nomad life and living in a van full time has been an amazing adventure and a massive learning curve. A roundup of the first few months of UK van life.

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What's Van Life Really Like? Honest Answers
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What's Van Life Really Like? Honest Answers

Behind the rose-tinted filter of social media, what is van life really like? A full-time van-lifer shares honest answers from the road.

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Our First Campervan Trip and What We Learned
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Our First Campervan Trip and What We Learned

A first campervan trip to Devon in a hired VW T5 - the freedom, the cooking, the coastal views, and the lessons learned along the way.

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Experience Van Life in the UK: A Beginner's Guide
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Experience Van Life in the UK: A Beginner's Guide

Van life trades materialism for minimalism and routine for adventure. Here's why it's on the rise across the UK, and how to get started.

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Wild Camping in the UK with a Campervan
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Wild Camping in the UK with a Campervan

Wild parking is one of the best ways to spend a night in a van - by rivers, by the sea, in forests and under the Milky Way. Here's how to do it and find free spots.

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10 Best Tips for Buying a Campervan in the UK
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10 Best Tips for Buying a Campervan in the UK

From setting a budget to choosing diesel, petrol or electric, here are the key tips to buying a campervan with confidence.

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Buying a Used Campervan: Checklist and Tips
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Buying a Used Campervan: Checklist and Tips

Owning a camper is the ultimate feeling of freedom - but a used purchase should be well thought out. Here's a practical inspection checklist.

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Camper Van Checklist: What to Inspect Before You Buy
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Camper Van Checklist: What to Inspect Before You Buy

Focus on clear title, leak-free roof, solid drivetrain and working electrical and propane systems. This checklist walks you through every check, fast red flags first.

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Buying a Camper Van: A Buyer's Story and Lessons
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Buying a Camper Van: A Buyer's Story and Lessons

There's no perfect method for buying a motorhome - every buyer has distinct requirements and budget. One buyer shares the real process, from research to negotiation.

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How to Convert a Campervan: A 17-Step Guide
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How to Convert a Campervan: A 17-Step Guide

Two complete amateurs converted a campervan with zero DIY experience. Here's their step-by-step guide - and the lessons they wish they'd known.

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How to Build a Campervan: A Start-to-Finish DIY Build
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How to Build a Campervan: A Start-to-Finish DIY Build

A complete DIY off-grid conversion walkthrough, from planning and stripping the van through insulation, electrics, water and furniture.

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The Ultimate DIY Campervan Conversion Guide
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The Ultimate DIY Campervan Conversion Guide

A hands-on 12-step conversion guide from someone who lived in their self-built van for almost two years, with each step rated for difficulty, fun, time and cost.

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First-Time Campervan Hire in the UK: A Complete Guide
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First-Time Campervan Hire in the UK: A Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about your first campervan hire - from choosing the right van and what to pack to the handover and life on the road.

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Guide to Buying a Campervan in the UK
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Guide to Buying a Campervan in the UK

Everything you need to know before buying a new or used campervan - from choosing the right size and layout to the essential checks that protect your investment.

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How Hard Is It to Convert a Van? A UK Guide
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How Hard Is It to Convert a Van? A UK Guide

A self-build campervan conversion costs less, is built to your exact spec, and is uniquely yours. Here's how hard it really is - and the practical tips the experts wish they'd known.

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Hiring a Campervan: What to Know Before You Book
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Hiring a Campervan: What to Know Before You Book

Renting a campervan lets you experience van life without the ownership costs. Here's what actually affects rental pricing, what's included, and how to pick the right size.

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How to Sell Your Campervan: Tips and Where to List
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How to Sell Your Campervan: Tips and Where to List

Selling a campervan can be a complex process. From preparation and pricing to choosing between dealers and private sales, here's how to make it a smooth and successful one.

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The Best UK Road Trips for Longer Campervan Adventures
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The Best UK Road Trips for Longer Campervan Adventures

From the Scottish Highlands to the Cornish coast, these are some of the best UK road trips for campervan travellers who want to take their time and explore properly.

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