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North Wales with EasiCampers Preston

Looking at renting a Motorhome from EasiCampers and not sure where to go, why not try North Wales.  North Wales is a beautiful United Kingdom region with a stunning coastline, breathtaking mountain ranges, and charming towns and villages. There are many great places to visit in North Wales, whether you’re interested in outdoor activities, history, or culture. Here are a few ideas for places to visit in North Wales in your EasiCampers motorhome:

  1. Snowdonia National Park: This beautiful national park is home to the highest mountain in Wales, Snowdon, as well as a range of other peaks, lakes, and forests. It’s a great destination for hiking, climbing, and other outdoor activities.
  2. Isle of Anglesey: This island off the northwest coast of Wales is home to several beautiful beaches, coastal towns, and a range of historical sites and landmarks.
  3. Llyn Peninsula: This picturesque peninsula in the northwest of Wales is home to a number of charming villages, as well as beautiful beaches and a range of outdoor activities.
  4. Conwy: This historic town in the north of Wales is home to many interesting landmarks, including Conwy Castle and the medieval town walls.
  5. Betws-y-Coed: This charming village in the heart of Snowdonia is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with a range of walking and cycling trails in the surrounding area.
  6. Caernarfon: This historic town in northwest Wales is home to a few interesting landmarks, including Caernarfon Castle and the Welsh National Slate Museum.
  7. Portmeirion: This unique Italianate village on the coast of northwest Wales is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful gardens and architecture.

With unlimited mileage and good rates, you can go and explore them all and more. Enjoy your trip With EasiCampers

Behind the scenes and what you need to know about Motorhomes

What you probably don’t know about hiring a motorhome in Preston is what goes on behind the scenes. Here at Easicampers we pride ourselves in great customer service to give you the holiday you deserve. So, what goes on after you complete your booking?
The first thing we do at Preston is call you, one of our experienced staff members will walk you through your booking, assuring all information is correct and you are happy with the Easicampers vehicle of your choice. There are many extras you can add to your motorhome booking, you can add these on yourself when you make your booking, if you forget to or haven’t decided yet then don’t worry if you let us know 1 week before your booking, we will get them for you.
The Preston office staff will be your point of contact throughout the process a deposit of £250 is required when your booking is placed, and full payment is due 6 weeks before the rental. We pop all this information into our diaries and will call you when payment is due. After payment is made just sit back relax and let us do the work and look forward to your motorhome experience.
We will allocate you a vehicle and keep it reserved for you. We will then collect the vehicle and bring it to the Preston branch ready for your hire. Our drivers will then go through the vehicle cleaning it to a high standard and testing everything to assure you won’t encounter issues while you’re on your trip. Your water tank will be filled up and the vehicle charged to 100%. If you have chosen any motorhome extras, we will collect these or buy them as new and set them up in the vehicle ready for you. The day before your hire, a manager will have a walk around your vehicle double checking everything.
On the day of your motorhome hire, we will have one last check-through so the vehicle is ready for you. When you arrive just pop into the office, all your documents will be scanned, your license will be checked. A deposit will be taken, this deposit is returned to you once the vehicle is returned to us, as long as there’s no damage to the vehicle. Then just sign and meet our driver outside. The driver will show you around the motorhome and show you how everything works, any questions you have they will be able to answer for you. The walk around will usually take around 30-40 minutes depending on the vehicle and your knowledge. Then grab the keys, drive off and enjoy your motorhome holiday.
While you’re on your trip, in the unlikely event that you encounter issues the office staff in Preston will be on hand to take your call and help fix the issue, other than that we will leave you alone to enjoy your holiday in peace. Once you return the vehicle a driver will be on hand to check through the vehicle and do a damage report, so long as everything is okay you are free to go, and your deposit will be returned to you.

The Lakes

One of the most popular holiday destinations in the UK, the lake District is home to some of the most stunning scenery. The lake District is known for its rugged mountains, many historical sites, and of course the 16 lakes in the district.  You will also find many towns and beautiful walking routes in the area. Whether you want a relaxing or exploring holiday the Lake District is the place to be.

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Camping gives you the chance to get outdoors and immerse yourselves in mother nature. If you’re pitching a tent or taking a motorhome it will be an  experience, you will not forget. There is no shortage of exploration awaiting campers in the Lake District. Home to England’s tallest peak, Scafell Pike, and Wastwater, its deepest lake, it’s easy to see that the Lake District is synonymous with outdoor recreation. Getting out amongst the elements is one thing but eating and sleeping amongst them is something else altogether. Camping brings your self-powered adventures to the next level. By camping in the Lake District, you get to partake in all the outdoor recreation that exists day after day. 

Where to go?

With the lake District covering 2362km2 of space, you might be thinking about where to go to get the best experience.  If you’re looking for a hiking experience then you might feel best basing yourself near Scafell Pike, this is known as a bucket list climb for many in the UK and holds an amazing 360 view at the peak of the mountain.  However, there are plenty of impressive hikes to do no matter where you choose to base yourself.  

If it’s a family holiday you’re after the Church Stile could be the option for you.  There’s a playground for the kids at the site and just a short distance away from many walking trails such as; Seatallan, Red Pike, Pillar and Scoat Fell. Here you are also a short drive away from Wasdale Trailhead for Scafell Pike and Wastwater Lake. If you’re not keen on cooking your meals, then don’t worry there are plenty of local pubs and restaurants on your doorstep.

Maybe you’d like to stay in one of the local towns to experience their culture and history. The historic market town of Penrith is the shopping, business and social centre of Eden District. With easy access to the beautiful Eden Valley, the Pennines and Lake District, we truly are at the heart of Cumbria. A perfect destination for you to explore the Lake District.  Apart from being a short distance from many popular destinations in the Lake District, Penrith itself has much to offer.   Take a stroll down the cobble lanes, shop in many of the independent shops on offer, and unwind in the local cafes and restaurants. Campsites also surround the town if you want your full outdoor experience.

The truth is no matter where you choose to stay in the lakes, the experience will be one to remember. Just remember to pack your walking boots and you are good to go. 

Stunning Countryside vistas

Some of the best countryside in the world is no more than a short trip away.

Why not take one of our beautiful modern campervans or motorhomes and visit one or many of these views yourself.

If you pick up from Preston you can start your trip by heading north and making a short stop in the Lake District, home to stunning scenery and amazing walking trails. 

From there you can head up to Scotland and visit Britain’s best scenery, such as the Isle of Skye, Loch Ness and Glencoe known to be Scotland’s most stunning and romantic getaway, you may also recognise this destination from the famous Harry Potter movie franchise.

If heading down south is your plan, then you will still not fall short of destinations. You can visit the forest of dean, the Lizard national Reserve, or swing into Wales and cruise through the Brecon Beacons in your motorhome and maybe climb Snowdonia Wales’s tallest mountain.

With unlimited mileage you really can go anywhere in the UK that suits your desires.

Electric Vans

Advantages of electric vans

  • Popularity

The infrastructure of electric vehicles is growing rapidly. In UK, there are more than 4800 charging locations that provide more than 7500 charging points for individuals. This infrastructure is growing to meet the increasing numbers of electric vans. One day, petrol-based vans will be the minority and other electric vans will outstand in the community.

  • Performance

When electric vehicles where first produced, they were nowhere near the stranded that they are today. Now, you will find many vehicles with fast acceleration that reaches 60 mph in few seconds. Electric-based vehicles also provide smoother driving experience with little noise.

  • Low maintenance

All  petrol and diesel vans have  hundreds of moving parts that go wrong regularly and this can end up been very expensive .whereas  electric vans have a lot less parts that can break. So, electric vans will require less maintenance costs than conventional vans.

2021 RV HIRE

Motionless 2020?  Add some adventure to your life this new year by jumping behind the wheel and spinning round the UK in our top of the range vehicles. (Car,van,truck & Mobile Home). Here at Easicampers Preston we have the means for you and your family to zest up your life in this much anticipated 2021!

White New Year! With 6 inches of snowfall anticipated for the coming days all over the UK, Easicampers provides the safest and most reliable transport to get you to your winter wonderland destination free of worry. Step inside our magnificent 4×4 Toyota Hilux. With its intimidating stature and enormous wheels, there is no terrain this monster can’t handle. So if you are planning on sliding down a hill, the Hilux will carry your sledge and climb the hill for you. (prices starting from £60 per day).

As everyone is aware, the pandemic that took over the world in 2020 has left a big portion of our UK residents with very little leisure or overseas travel. However, we are all hoping that this new year can bring us a lot more excitement and time with our families. There is no better way to implement this than by housing your loved ones inside a moving home. If your family is made up of only you and your partner then the iconic VW California would be the ideal way for you both to explore the amazing landmarks in the UK. For people who prefer to stay local there are multiple national parks and campsites in Lancashire such as fairy glen valley in Wigan and Ream hills park in Preston  to get in touch with nature. Alternatively, if you make up a traditional family of 4 people or more we can also accommodate everyone in a 4 or 6 berth fully loaded motor-home (shower+toilet included). Prices starting from only £80 per day! Now that 2021 has reached us, it has also brought with it a a treat of brand new spanking stock ready to fly out. With an

Winter Motorhome Hire

Lots of people are looking to have a short break away in a motorhome or campervan over the winter months. With people having holidays cancelled, plans being cancelled due to the Covid restrictions, it’s one way to have a holiday and some valuable family time. Some people are put off by the thought of being cold or weather issues, however, the motorhomes if they are used correctly are really toasty warm. We have put some things together that should be a must when considering which campsites to use, these handy tips will allow your trip to be as fuss free as possible.

What to consider when looking for a campsite over winter:

The main thing that you should consider about the pitch in winter is checking that it is hardstanding. The reason for this is that when pitching up on a hardstanding pitch, the ground is much sturdier than on a grass pitch. This will prevent you from becoming stuck in a muddy puddle!

Another really good tip is to check that the site has electric hook up. This is great to have in winter, even though the heating & hot water will work on both gas & electric, it will be used much more over the winter months than in summer. With electric hook up it is a lot more cost effective, this way you can leave the heating & hot water on overnight. If you are going to run off gas only, you should make sure that you have at least one spare bottle in case you run out.

It is important that you know exactly how your motorhome works and if there are dump valves & how to isolate them. Most of the motorhomes or campervans have an automatic frost control valve that will automatically dump any water at low temperatures. This prevents water from freezing in pipes. This is a really good reason to have your heating on low whilst using the electric hook up. This would allow your vehicle to stay at a temperature where the dump valve will not be activated. Spend some time with the representative from easicampers that shows you around the vehicle & ask about trips they may have had in the motorhome, the staff are all very knowledgeable about the vehicles & will have used them at some point to get to know them better.

The larger motorhomes are self-contained and have showers & toilets on board so that you don’t have to nip to the shared facilities on sites, however, due to restrictions, you will find that many of the facilities (showers & toilets) may not be available in the current restrictions. If you plan to hire a VW California, it would be advisable to check the sites you are planning on visiting have facilities open. If they are not available you may want to add on one of the porta potties that can fit easily in the back of the vehicle.

You will also need to make sure that you pack appropriate clothing for your trip. If you are planning on taking a pet with you and having long winter walks, you should consider taking plenty of warm clothing and good dry footwear, also consider what items you will need to take along for your pet, for example blankets or wash items.

There are some really fantastic landscapes around the UK and there are campsites that open all year round so you will have plenty to choose from when hiring your easicamper from us.

Festival Camping in a Motorhome

What  you need to know, about festival camping in a motorhome?

You will have to buy a separate motorhome ticket in addition to your festival tickets.
Everyone staying in your motorhome will require a festival ticket.
In some instances it is allowable to park a car next to the motorhome.
Once settled in your designated  space you will probably be required to remain there until the end of the festival.
You will not have access to an electric hook up but your motorhome rental will run on the leisure battery and gas for all of its amenities (hot water, shower, fridge, cooker, heating, lighting) with the exception of the 240V plug sockets (remember to pack a car phone charger) Turning over the engine each morning will keep the leisure battery topped up throughout your stay. This is important as generators are usually not allowed.

But the best thing of all is, you will get to enjoy the atmosphere of the event,  but still have all your home comforts.

Motorhome Try before you Buy

Have you ever thought about owning your own motor home. Being able to travel the UK and beyond staying in the most romantic and remote parts of the world.

If you’ve never driven a motor home then here in Wigan we advise all potential buyer’s to rent one for a few days or at least a week to give you the idea of what it’s like to own one.

We always suggest a rental of a motorhome before taking the plunge to buy one, these aren’t cheap and cheerful and take a lot of care and attention to maintain and look after.

We have had numerous customers rent from Wigan taking them to Scotland’s Highland’s and Islands to test the water, then after a few hire’s they’ve taken the plunge and purchased a motorhome then gone on to travel Europe in them. 

Quite a popular route is the NC500 this route is a famous road trip round the Northern coast of Scotland you choose if you go East to West or vice- versa. Whichever way you go the views in your motorhome are amazing(so we’ve been told).

Motorhome size is also a good factor for which one to purchase. We hire 2 berth up to 6 berth motor homes there may only be 2 of you but you want space to lounge and watch the day go by if this is the case why not try a 4 berth with extra sofa space and storage for those weeks away.

For more information on renting before you buy contact us here in Wigan on 01942 778899 or visit  www.easicampers.com

European Markets

Christmas market blog

With Christmas fast approaching and the big count down on, here at Easicampers we have some great ideas for you to get the festive season in full swing. Many people do want to experience the sights & sounds of traditional Christmas markets. If this is what you are looking for to get you in the mood, there are lots of Christmas markets in Europe for you to explore.

There are many Christmas markets, however from reviews & customer feedback here are some of the best you could visit this winter:

Nuremberg Christmas market is one of the most magical out there. With Nuremberg being the biggest Christmas market in Europe it has a fun & festive atmosphere, they choose a local girl to be “the face of Christmas” on the opening day of the markets she is the most important person there!! At Nuremberg Christmas market you will find many stalls ranging from beautiful wooden gifts to local food and mulled wine, what’s not to like?? The Christmas markets here start from November 29th – December 24th.

Dresden Christmas market is the oldest Christmas market dating back to 1434! Dresden has over 11 different markets to chose from and they all have different things going on, from glass blowers to bakers. You can see all the locals busy at work, making baubles, bakers decorating their goods and many more. This makes it feel so much more authentic. The Christmas market in Dresden start from November 27th – December 24th.

Strasbourg Christmas market is known as the “Capital of Christmas” If you are looking for that little bit of something special, this is the place for you! The Christmas market is set against the backdrop of the breath taking city and Strasbourg Cathedral. As far as the eye can see there are stalls and shops filled with ornaments, lights, decorations and gifts. The Christmas market in Strasbourg starts from November 22nd – December 30th.

Munich Christmas Market is spread out over several sites in the city, The main square is a great place to start as it has everything in one place. Stalls are filled with beautiful gifts, the most amazing food and beer. It has a great atmosphere for everyone to enjoy and the sights, sounds and smells of the market are out of this world. You can find the perfect Christmas gift or souvenir to take home with you. The Munich Christmas market starts from November 27th – December 24th.

Here are just a few for you to look forward to for the Festivities and with prices starting from £420.00 per week with Easicampers, it’s too good to miss. We will be more than happy to help with any queries you have, just give us a quick call on 01942 821080.