Why not visit the famous Blackpool illuminations in one of our VW California Ocean campers. Located just 50 minutes from our Wigan location, the lights in Blackpool have been a yearly feature since 1879 and generally run from the beginning of September until November but recently they have been extended until January to bring more tourism into the town.
Drive in your VW camper with its automatic gearbox which is ideal to saunter down the Golden Mile past the famous Blackpool Tower and Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
There are a few campsites located close to the town centre or if you want to drive further down the coast to Lytham St Annes where you can park in dedicated motorhome parking spaces some which have toilet and shower facilities. For more information on our RV range contact us on 01942 778899 and speak to our dedicated staff who will help with all your questions.
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Camper Motorhome benefits
Consider a motorhome to be an upgrade from your ordinary road trip. Motorhomes and Camper-vans rental from Easicampers Wolverhampton give you the freedom to follow any paths in England and not need to plan every step of your trip. It will allow you to see as much of the UK as you desire, choose a bunch of them. And then relieve yourself of the hassle of searching for commendation, paying ridiculous prices for hotels or hostels, and take your accommodation from Easicampers with you! Permit yourself to properly unpack and bring with you your favourite comforts from home. Sleeping with your own pillow and blanket is always a bonus on holidays, almost as great as it would be to bring your own bed, you don’t have to grow tired of either overspending on food or having unfulfilling meals. Simply cook your own, and let your meals out be a treat and not a necessity.
DARK SKY CAMPERVAN HIRE
Are you someone who likes the great outdoors and loves clear skies to stargaze into. Why not hire one of our campervans and take a trip to one of the many locations around the UK that are Dark sky sites giving you the best views of the clear night sky.
What better way to enjoy these places than in one of our fantastic VW California T6 vehicles.
Around the UK there are many sites but in England the best place for this is the county of Northumberland. Keilder Forest deep in the county on the border of Scotland is probably the best place to participate in this peaceful activity.
Just a 3 hour drive in your hire campervan from Manchester, this tranquil area gives you the best chance of seeing the night sky in all its glory there is even an observatory if you haven’t got your own telescope.
Grab your chairs out your camper wind out the canopy and sit and enjoy the view you may be lucky and see a metoer shower if the sky is really clear.
For more information on our campervan hire contact us on 01942 778899
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.
Staycation Motorhome Holiday – Post Lockdown
AN ENGLISH SUMMER HOLIDAY
We’re almost sure everyone has now got cabin fever from seeing the same four walls during this lockdown and with all new travel restrictions we know it is quite hard to travel abroad. So the question we’re asking YOU is why not have a staycation in one of our 4-6 berth Campervans or Motorhomes and see the beauty of our own country?
SIXTEEN LAKES
There are 16 lakes and many hidden tarns in the Lake District but a few of the main ones include:
Lake Windermere,
Coniston,
Ullswater,
Buttermere and,
Rydal Water
Some of these lakes allow open water swimming so make sure to bring your Cozzie, towel and your open water swimming Buoy!
HIKING
Make sure you bring your walking boots as the Lake District offers the most amazing trails through woodlands, mountains, fells and also the beautiful little Cumbrian towns with easy access to parking your Campervan or Motorhome.
CYCLING
Luckily for us we really do live in an extremely beautiful country with breath-taking views such as the Lake District. There is so many cycling routes around the lakes that have cafes and restaurants along the way.
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.
Tips to get you confidently driving a motorhome
Whilst it may seem a rather daunting vehicle to drive, driving a motorhome is easier than expected. Just relax, slow down and enjoy your journey.
Don’t drive to fast and give yourself plenty of extra space, things like accelerating and braking will take longer to achieve. The best way to prevent accidents is to increase the distance between you and the vehicle in front and to reduce your speed accordingly if there are strong winds, poor visibility or you are going downhill.
Watch the height and width. The average motorhome is wider and higher than you may be used to. Be aware of this when approaching low bridges or narrow roads. Why not keep a note of the measurements on your dash board as a reminder? If you’re not sure if you’ll fit, don’t attempt it, take another route.
Driving a motorhome requires a little more time to manoeuvre than what you may be used to. Take into account the size of the motorhome, corners need to be taken widely, keeping an eye on the middle and back. Otherwise, you risk catching the kerb or a sign post.
It might be strange not seeing as much out of the back windows as you are used to. Make sure your wing mirrors are set at the right angle for you. You will need to use them a lot, especially when overtaking and manoeuvring the vehicle.
Lastly, remember when re-fuelling that the motorhome uses Diesel.
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.
Winter Hire
Motorhome/RV Winter Tips
If you are hiring a motorhome from us at Easicampers this winter then here a few helpful tips to make sure you get the most out of your motorhome/RV experience in the UK. Here at Easicampers we strive to give our customers a first rate experience.
Gas Bottles
During the winter month’s when using your hired motorhome/RV you will use more gas on the heating and hot water in the vehicle. Also if you aren’t on a camp site with hook up connection, the fridge will run of the gas supply. We supply you with a gas bottle that is remaining in the vehicle of its last hire. If you do want to make sure you have a full bottle as well as this one bottle we do hire them out at a cost of £45. We do need notice for this so please book in advance. if you don’t request this and turn up at one of our airport branche’s we can’t get a bottle but if you are collecting from our local city branches (Wigan,Preston,Blackburn) this is subject to availability.
Windows/Vents
Make sure at night your windows are shut completely. Any windows left slightly ajar will let the cold weather /rain in. The window over the table in your motorhome needs to be shut for your heating to work correctly. Make sure any roof openings (windows/vents) are shut correctly. To keep more heat in the vehicle it is advisable to put the 2 blinds down over every window. Also you are provided with front window blinds to go on your windscreen and side front windows.
Water tank
During the winter season where temperatures drop your motorhome water system will dump its water if the vehicle gets too cold. If you think the temperature will drop we advise to empty your water tank to the minimum so you don’t lose water. Always make sure you drain your waste water tank more regular during the cold snap.
Heating
Your heating system in the motorhome goes upto 30 degrees, if there are 6 of you in the vehicle it will get really warm. The warmer you have the heating the more gas it burns, these vehicles do get really warm. Ideally if you put the vehicle heating on about 6pm on a temperature of round 15- 16 degrees for a few hours this will keep you warm over night with the correct bedding that is.
You can set your heating to come on at certain times. So if you want it on at 10pm and then 7am these vehicles allow you to do that.
If you need any more advice on your motorhome hire over winter please call us on 01942 821080 to speak to one of our knowledgeable members of staff.
Motorhome Destinations in the winter
Hiring a motorhome or campervan for a winter break has never been easier, Easicampers wigan have some fabulous deals on campervans and motorhomes this winter.
Motor homing In Winter
Winter touring holidays or breaks appeal to so many motorhome owners for a number of reasons.
The roads are not so crowded, parking restrictions may not be so severe, wild camping is tolerated more as many campsites are closed and crisp, winter mornings offer some of the best scenery in Scotland.
So long as your motorhome offers you the warmth and comfort that you desire then what have you got to lose! Easicampers Rental Motorhomes are insulated, if you want some inspiration of where to go over winter, than consider one – or all – of the following
Scotland:
The Hebrides – or the Western Isles as they are also known of the west coast of Scotland is a chain of beautifully unspoilt islands 30 miles off the North West coast of Scotland. They are a popular destination with serious motorhome hirers and motorhomes over the winter months, partly because the weather is generally mild due to a year-round current that originates in the Caribbean and also because they are easily accessible from mainland Scotland by ferry. Although the winters are mild, visitors occasionally experience some of the wildest and stormiest gales around – so take your raincoat in preparation!
England:
The Lake District provides the perfect backdrop for a winter motorhome and campervan trip there are many walks you can enjoy whatever the length of your stay, but always ensure you’re well prepared and have the right equipment to hand. Research the walks beforehand and only tackle those you are confident of completing.
Some regular Lake land walkers will tell you that the National Park offers a much more handsome landscape in the winter months than it does in the summer. Why not find out for yourselves?
Wales:
Snowdonia, known in Welsh as Eryri, offers something for everyone wanting to breathe in some fresh mountain air including forest walks, bird watching, castles, museums, the list is endless. There’s also a steam railway so you can take a seat and admire the crisp winter scenes from the comfort of your carriage.
If you are looking for a motorhome or campervan this winter the why not give one of a friendly team at wigan a call on 01942 821080 and we will be able to book your motorhome or camper for you.