Posts Tagged "motorhome"
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Why We Started Heath's Motorhome Hire: Our Story
How a family motorhome holiday turned into a hire business. The story behind Heaths Motorhome Hire in Pontefract, from first trip to fleet of five.
The Best Motorhome Routes from Yorkshire: 5 Road Trips to Try
Five motorhome routes starting from Pontefract. The Yorkshire Dales circuit, the Coast from Filey to Staithes, the Lake District, a Peak District loop, and the North York Moors with distances and campsites.
Motorhome Insurance: What's Covered When You Hire?
A plain English guide to motorhome hire insurance. What is covered, what is excluded (height damage is the big one), how excess works, and what happens at collection and return.
The Yorkshire Coast by Motorhome: Scarborough to Whitby and Beyond
A day-by-day Yorkshire Coast motorhome itinerary from Filey to Staithes via Scarborough, Robin Hoods Bay and Whitby. Named campsites, fish and chip picks, and practical parking advice for every stop.
Motorhome Holidays vs Caravan Holidays: What's the Difference?
An honest motorhome vs caravan comparison covering flexibility, towing, running costs, space, day trips and which option suits your travel style. Plus why hiring removes most of the guesswork.
Motorhome-Friendly Campsites Near York
Seven motorhome-friendly campsites near York with specific bus routes, distances from the centre, and facilities. Plus a full city break itinerary: Minster, walls, Jorvik, Shambles, Railway Museum, and the best pubs and restaurants.
How Far in Advance Should You Book a Motorhome Hire?
Honest advice on when to book motorhome hire. Peak summer holidays need 3-6 months notice, events book fast, shoulder season is flexible, and winter can be last-minute. A seasonal guide to planning.
Kendal Calling by Motorhome: Your Festival Camping Guide
Kendal Calling by motorhome at Lowther Deer Park. Two on-site areas (Live-in Vehicle field and The Frontier - both sell out fast), nearby Lake District campsite alternatives, and combining the festival with a Lakes touring holiday.
Tramlines Festival Sheffield: The Motorhome Alternative
Tramlines Festival has no on-site camping, but a motorhome solves the logistics. Greenhead House Farm (dedicated Tramlines pitches), Peak District campsites, the Pontefract commute option, and combining the festival with a week in the Peaks.
Motorhome Accessories You Actually Need (and Ones You Don't)
An honest guide to motorhome accessories in three tiers. Actually need: levelling ramps, torch, CO detector, first aid kit. Nice to have: awning, BBQ, bikes. Don't bother: generators, satellite dishes, water purification systems, and most forum gadget recommendations.
Snowdonia (Eryri) by Motorhome: Mountains, Slate, and Sea
Touring Snowdonia (Eryri) by motorhome. Driving tips for mountain passes, Yr Wyddfa routes with the Sherpa bus parking trick, UNESCO slate landscapes, Portmeirion, and a 4-5 day itinerary covering mountains, slate villages, and the Lleyn Peninsula.
Motorhome Fuel Costs: How Much Will I Spend on Diesel?
Honest motorhome fuel cost calculations. 25-30 MPG real-world figures, specific trip costs from Pontefract (Dales weekend £36, Lake District week £92, NC500 £284, Cornwall £356), and six practical tips to improve your diesel economy.