Long-Term Motorhome Hire

A weekend or a week in a motorhome gives you a taste of the freedom. But a longer hire — two weeks, three weeks, a month, or even more — takes the experience to another level entirely. When you have the luxury of time, the whole character of motorhome travel changes. You stop rushing from place to place, start lingering in the spots that captivate you, and discover a rhythm of life that is genuinely restorative. At Heath's Motorhome Hire in Pontefract, we actively encourage long-term hire and offer competitive rates that make extended trips surprisingly affordable.

The economics of long-term motorhome hire are more favourable than many people realise. Our daily rate reduces significantly for longer bookings, which means that a three-week hire does not cost three times the price of a one-week hire. When you factor in the savings on hotel accommodation, restaurant meals, and the general expense of conventional travel, a long motorhome trip can actually cost less than you would spend on a fortnight's package holiday. You are carrying your accommodation with you, cooking your own meals when you choose to, and only paying for campsite pitches — which, even at the best sites in the country, are a fraction of the cost of a hotel room.

Long-term hire is particularly popular with retirees who have the time to explore Britain properly. We see couples in their sixties and seventies who have always wanted to tour Scotland, circumnavigate Wales, or explore the West Country at their own pace. A motorhome gives them the independence to do exactly that, without the physical demands of lugging suitcases between hotels or the stress of booking accommodation in advance. Everything is with you, and if you find somewhere you love, you can simply stay another night — or another week.

The Scottish Highlands are one of the most popular long-term destinations for our customers. From Pontefract, the drive north through Northumberland and across the border takes around four to five hours, but once you arrive, the Highlands reward slow, patient exploration. The North Coast 500, a 516-mile loop around the top of Scotland, has become one of the most celebrated road trips in Europe, and it is at its best when you take your time — stopping to walk on empty beaches, visiting distilleries, and watching the sunset over the Atlantic from a clifftop campsite.

Wales is another destination that reveals its best secrets to those who take their time. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path, the mountains of Snowdonia, the Brecon Beacons, and the quiet valleys of mid-Wales are all superb motorhome territory. A three-week circuit of Wales, starting from Pontefract and heading west through Shropshire, gives you time to explore the coast, the mountains, and the market towns without feeling rushed. The campsites in Wales are generally excellent, and many are set in spectacular locations — clifftop fields overlooking the sea, riverside meadows beneath mountain ridges, and sheltered woodland clearings far from any main road.

For those with more time still, the south coast of England, the Cornish peninsula, and the Scottish islands all become realistic propositions with a longer hire. The Isle of Skye, Mull, and the Outer Hebrides are among the most beautiful places in Europe, and reaching them by motorhome is an adventure in itself — ferries, single-track roads, and landscapes that feel like they belong in a different century. Cornwall, at the opposite end of the country, offers surfing beaches, fishing harbours, subtropical gardens, and a food scene that has transformed the county into a culinary destination.

Practical considerations for long-term hire are worth thinking about in advance. Our motorhomes are fully equipped for extended trips, with ample fresh water capacity, efficient heating systems for cooler weather, and comfortable beds that remain comfortable night after night. We recommend familiarising yourself with the motorhome's service points — fresh water filling, waste water emptying, and chemical toilet disposal — as these become routine tasks on a longer trip. Most campsites have excellent facilities for all of these, and the process quickly becomes second nature.

We also suggest planning your route loosely rather than rigidly. One of the great pleasures of a long motorhome trip is the ability to change your mind. If the weather is better on the west coast than the east, head west. If a fellow motorhomer recommends a campsite you had not considered, go and try it. If you find a village with a wonderful pub and a beautiful walk, stay an extra day. The freedom to be spontaneous is the whole point of long-term motorhome travel, and trying to stick to a rigid schedule defeats the purpose.

Whether you are planning a grand tour of Britain, a month in Scotland, or an extended exploration of the English countryside, Heath's Motorhome Hire can accommodate your needs. We are happy to discuss your plans, recommend routes and campsites, and ensure that your motorhome is fully prepared for the journey ahead. Long-term hire is one of the most rewarding ways to use a motorhome, and we would love to help you make it happen.