England & Scotland Tour from Heathrow Depot

(4 weeks)

This trip is ideal for incoming tourists and British tourists alike. It covers many of the most desirable areas of England and Scotland. Route maps will be provided and all sites can be booked in advance with the Caravan Club or the Camping and Caravan Club. This itinery is infinitely variable and is merely a suggested route which we think you may consider.

If you prefer less time in the Scottish western isles and more time golfing at Gleneagles or Turnberry or any of the many Scottish golf courses or perhaps more time in the south of England please let us know and we will add or subtract the places you wish to amend. Some tourists will want to visit friends or WW2 airfields in East Anglia, or visit Cornwall and Devon which is not on this route. Wales has also many interesting places which can be added. Please ask and we will change the route for you.

It is always advisable to join the caravan club (£30) and pre book your sites through the caravan club whose web site is shown below.

www.caravanclub.co.uk
enquiries@caravan-club.co.uk (e mail address)
Other benefits from the caravan club are discounted ferry fares, all arranged by the Caravan Club travel service (phone 01342 316101).
Alternatively join the Caravan and Camping Club:
www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk

Please ask for our computerised route map which we can generate for this tour or any other that you require.
We can be e mailed on: – head-office@easirent.com

Useful web sites:-
www.theheritagetrail.co.uk
www.ukfavourites.com
www.travelbritain.org
www.visitbritain.com
www.english-heritage.org.uk
www.heritagecities.co.uk
www.travelengland.org.uk
www.tourismtrade.org
www.britevents.com

Our tour starts at our depot close to Heathrow Airport where you collect your campervan. Once at the Heathrow Branch (The Sheraton Skyline Hotel) we will need approx. one hour to show you around your campervan and to make sure you understand how everything operates. At all times during your tour we will be on call by phone if you wish to ask any questions. All our campervans are less than 12 months old and we have full assistance and breakdown cover. Unlike the U.S.A. and Australia, our country is very small and few places are more than 3 hours away from our central location.

Friday Day 1

Heathrow Depot (1 night)
Familiarize yourselves with your Easicampers campervan, this will probably take about 1 – 2 hours. We will only leave you, when you are completely confident with your campervan.
Address: Highclere Farm, Newbarn Lane, Seer Green, Buckingham, HP9 2QZ

Saturday Day 2

Heathrow Depot-Broadway (2 nights)
Depart for Broadway after breakfast, a leisurely drive will see you arrive before lunchtime. Site No 85 in your site guide

Sunday Day 3

Broadway (Free Day)
Whilst staying at Broadway, take time out to explore the surrounding countryside. Places to see are Anne Hathaways Cottage, Stratford upon Avon. Stratford-upon-Avon is a town, small in size but large in history and interest. The streets themselves hold a thousand delights with the chemistry of the ages mixed in with the needs of today. It is a thriving and busy town of just over 20,000 inhabitants whose day-to-day business is conducted amongst the rich architecture. William Shakespeare’s significance to the town can be found in his families’ houses found about the streets.

Monday Day 4

Broadway-Cheltenham (1 night)
Described as ‘the Festival town of England’, Cheltenham hosts an annual programme of major sporting and cultural events, including internationally acclaimed music and literature festivals, cricket and horse racing, including the famous Cheltenham Gold Cup – the highlight of the National Hunt Festival.
Cheltenham is renowned for its stylish shopping on the famous Promenade. High Street stores and shopping centres host famous names, whilst individual stores and specialist boutiques are located in elegant Montpellier. Cheltenham’s ‘life after dark’ offers fashionable bars and high quality restaurants, evening entertainment with jazz, dance clubs, cosy local pubs, theatre and cinema, combining to provide a cosmopolitan town centre atmosphere. Site No 86 Cheltenham Racecourse

Tuesday Day 5

Cheltenham-Chester (1 night)
Even though Chester is a delightful mix of exclusive stores, excellent dining and vibrant nightlife – you can never forget that this modern, exciting city has been shaped by 2,000 years of history. Completely encircled by city walls, Chester’s most unique feature is the 13th century ‘Rows’ – two tiers of enticing shops, running through the main streets. Destinations for history hunters include the beautiful Gothic Cathedral and Britain’s largest Roman Amphitheatre, built to entertain 7,000 spectators! Daily 90-minute walking tours to explore Chester’s 2,000 years of action-packed history. Qualified, experienced guides lead you from the Romans to the English Civil War, Victorians to the present day with their unique, tailored knowledge. Hear about daily life and characters throughout the centuries and explore all the little nooks and crannies that have formed the historic city of Chester. Site No 109 Chester Fairoaks

Wednesday Day 6

Chester-Blackpool (1 night)
Blackpool is famous for its illuminations which commence on the first week in September for one month. Blackpool is England’s premier and most famous resort. Blackpool Pleasure Beach has one of the largest roller coasters in the world and evening brings glittering cabaret shows for all the family. Your site is “Blackpool South”, which is number 128 in the site guide. This stop is optional as Blackpool is a little “tacky” and will not suit some tourists. If you have children, however, you may consider this town.
Tourist information: – www.visitnorthwest.com

Thursday and Friday Days 7 & 8

Blackpool-Bowness (Lake District) (2 nights)
Next stop is Bowness, set in the heart of the Lake District and our site is “Braithwaite Fold” which is within walking distance of the town centre and close to the lakeside.
Take one of the many cruises on Lake Windermere and hop off at different villages around the lake, lovely walking country. Visit Hill Top, the tiny 17th century cottage of Beatrix Potter, creator of Peter Rabbit.
The site is number 155 of the site guide.
Web guides:- www.golakes.co.uk

Saturday Day 9

Bowness-Ullswater (1 night)
Your site this evening is Troutbeck Head which nestles in a valley alongside a babbling brook, below Great Mell Fell with spectacular views of Blencathra. Site number 152 of our site guide.
Cruise on Lake Ullswater and the market town of Keswick is within easy reach. An alternate to this site is the Camping and Caravanning Club site at Crow Park Rd, Keswick. This site is on the lake shore of Derwentwater with the town just a short stroll away.
Web guide:-www.ullswater.co.uk

Sunday and Monday Days 10 & 11

Ullswater-Edinburgh (2 nights)
Why not visit Hadrian’s Wall on the way to Edinburgh. This was built to defend the northern frontier of the ancient Roman Empire.
Our site is just 6 miles from Edinburgh at Slatebarns, site 181 in the site guide. Access to Edinburgh is by bus which cuts out the hassle of parking in this vibrant and busy capital city of Scotland.
Web guide:-
www.visitscotland.com
www.edinburgh.org
www.host.co.uk
www.edinburghshogmanay.org
www.stirling.gov.uk

Tuesday & Wednesday Days 12 & 13

Edinburgh-Braemar (2 nights)
Our site, The Invercauld”, is number 172 of the site guide and is the gateway to the Cairngorms.
If your trip includes September you can see the Highland Gathering, a famous sporting event. Beautiful landscapes and scenery surround this site and it is ideal walking country. Visit Balmoral, one of the Queen’s homes.
Web guide:-
www.scottish.heartlands.org
www.scot-borders.co.uk

Thursday & Friday Days 14 & 15

Braemar-Culloden Moor (2 nights)
This is where the famous battle took place between Bonnie Prince Charlie and Scottish history was rewritten. Visit Loch Ness and see the monster. Inverness is just 6 miles away with its impressive castle and lively atmosphere.
Your site is “Culloden Moor” number 163 of the site guide.

Saturday Day 16

Culloden Moor-Bunree (1 night)
Your site this evening is Bunree which has been voted the Top Site in Britain by readers of Caravan Magazine. Fabulous loch side location and must be loveliest in scenic terms. Number 166.
.Web guide:-
www.witb.co.uk
www.visitorkney.com
www.visitshetland.com

Sunday-Tuesday Day 17, 18, 19

Bunree-Oban-Isle of Mull and other islands (3 nights)
Oban is the main ferry terminal to the Hebrides and Western Isles
A leisurely 4 nights can be enjoyed visiting the numerous islands off this beautiful coastline. Visit Mull, Iona, Glencoe, St. Columba, Staffa, Tiree, Coll, Barra, South Uist, North Uist, Harris, and Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. Due to the lack of campsites on the islands this is your chance to “wild camp” i.e. stop where you wish whether it be a sandy cove or mountain glen. Site number 169, North Ledaig, is a good site just north of Oban.

Wednesday Day 20

Oban-Durham (1 night)
Once back on the mainland next stop is quite a long drive down to Durham.
Your site for the night is “Grange” which is number 144 of your site guide. You may take a guided tour of the town but do not miss the magnificent cathedral and castle. Beamish Open Air Museum is a popular attraction.

Thursday & Friday Days 21 & 22

Durham-York (2 nights)
York is an incredible medieval city, most famous for York Minster, England’s largest Gothic church. Take a trip back in time at the Viking Centre where time reverts to 948 AD. Visit the large National Railway Museum or take a cruise along the Ouse.
Your site for two nights is “Beachwood Grange”, number 138 in the site guide.
Web sites:-
www.ytb.org.uk

Saturday Day 23

York-Buxton (1 night)
A two night stopover at “Grin Low” allows you to unwind a little and relax in this unusual site. Buxton lies at the heart of the Peak District which is one of the most beautiful areas of Britain and is as equally attractive as the Lake District. Grin Low is number 101 of the site guide.
Web sites:- www.visitheartofengland.com

Sunday & Monday Days 24 & 25

Buxton-Cambridge(2 nights)
Cambridge was important long before the University existed. Here, at the meeting of dense forests to the south and trackless, marshy Fens to the north, was the lowest reliable fording place of the River Cam, or Granta. In the first century BC an Iron Age Belgic tribe built a settlement on what is now Castle Hill. Around AD40 the Romans took over the site and it became the crossing point for the Via Devana which linked Colchester with the legions in Lincoln and beyond. The Saxons followed, then the Normans under William the Conqueror, who raised a castle on a steep mound as a base for fighting the Saxon rebel, Hereward the Wake, deep in the Fens at Ely. The motte of William’s castle still stands and Ely Cathedral is visible from the top on a clear day.
Site: Cherry Hinton No: 64 in site guide

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Days 26 & 27 & 28

Cambridge-Heathrow Depot (3 nights)
Address: Highclere Farm, Newbarn Lane, Seer Green, Buckingham, HP9 2QZ
Web site:-www.londontown.com

Sites to visit while situated on the outskirts of London

It needn’t cost a lot to get out and about, with 238 attractions that are completely free to enter there’s nowhere else in the world where you can see so much for so little. Visit everything from the thousands of historic exhibits at the British Museum to the stately Kenwood House, the award-winning Imperial War Museum or even Hackney City Farm.

The British Museum, V&A, Natural History Museum and Science Museum can each take a day to explore, but you will still be inspired if you only have a couple of hours to spare. As well as famous permanent exhibits, look out for topical displays featuring a variety of special interest subjects. ‘Interaction’ is the key to many of these so you don’t just stand and stare.
London’s more famous attractions such as the British Airways London Eye and Madame Tussauds are well worth visiting if you’ve never been before, but you can also branch out and visit some less well known attractions. Places like Kensington Palace, Dali Universe and the Photographers’ Gallery also have much to offer.

If there aren’t enough hours in the day to explore as much as you’d like, take in late night opening on Friday or Saturday nights at some of London’s top galleries and museums such as Tate Modern, Saatchi Gallery, Royal Academy of Arts and National Portrait Gallery.

BFI London IMAX Cinema, Dali Universe and Geffrye Museum are some of hundreds of attractions for people with special needs. Although all attractions are not 100% accessible for wheelchair users, many make extra efforts for individual requirements such as signed shows for the deaf, induction loops, Braille guides, as well as special tours for those with learning difficulties.
143 registered parks and gardens. Short walking paths and nature trails can be found in places like Hampstead Heath and Mile End Park, and at the end of an exhausting day walking, they’re a great spot for a picnic – weather permitting!
Just south of the River Thames is Battersea Park, featuring a Japanese Pagoda which was a gift to the nation. Or head further out to Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew where you can explore four acres of magnificent conservatories displaying plants from rainforest to desert.

Friday Day 29

Heathrow Depot
After breakfast you need to meet the Easicampers Staff at 10.00hrs, to hand your campervan over, and talk about your experiences on the road.

Volkswagon are well known for being one of the leading names in producing campervans. The VW is world renowned, respected, collected and loved. Here in this article we are going to give a bit of information on the VW California Campervan.

The VW California Campervan is an up to date van which VW manufacture themselves in Germany. Sometimes affectionately known as the ‘Cali’, by it’s owners, this van is a compact campervan that is well designed for living on the road, stopping at campsites, and all sorts of other travel and adventure. It has enough room to comfortably sleep four adults, an electronic pop-up roof which provides extra height, and it has a useful kitchen consisting of a sink, fridge, and cooking hob. Within the van, there is ample storage and seating for everyone. The driver and front seats turn around to meet a table, and there are also external chairs and tables that fit neatly into an allocated space in the rear.

The practicality for both touring and camping at campsites is more than adequate. The overall design is slick and modern and easy to drive, making it extremely easy to be driven around as an everyday vehicle too. It conveniently comes in both manual or automatic drive. Inside the ‘Cali’ campervan it is light and modern and a world away from the older campervans.

To hire a campervan such as the VW California is a great way to either sample the vehicle for yourself and test out how the van’s features suit you and your family. It is also a great way to holiday or travel in itself, without the expense or commitment. By hiring the campervan it would mean there is no wait time, (times for manufacture and import are not always fast), and also any issues have already been ironed out for you, so you are using a van that has been tried and tested for good working order.

Hiring the VW Campervan is a great option for your adventures with friends or family, Just give Easicampers a call and let your adventure begin.

With Easter coming up and half term soon upon us, why not organise a camping trip. At Easicampers we have VW California Camper Vans. Fully kitted out and ready to take on the road.

Call Lisa or Ruth on 01942 778899 to discuss any requirements.

We have found lots of nice places in the UK to visit. Take a look at www.pitchup.com where you will find plenty of sites to choose from.

Remember the days of packing up the car and driving off for a camping holiday? Here at Easicampers we have VW California Campervans to hire! Fully equipped and ready to go, just don’t forget your sleeping bags!

Here are some UK sites to visit:

• Queensland Caravan Park, Blackpool
• Burrs Country Park Caravan Club Site, Bury
• Regent Nay Leisure Park, Morecombe
• Red Bank Farm, Carnforth

Contact Lisa or Ruth on 01942 821080 who will be happy to discuss your requirements.

Whether it’s a weekend getaway, summer holiday or midweek break we have the right campervan for you. Our service is second to none and we will move heaven and earth to make your time spent with us as enjoyable as possible. Nothing is too much trouble and our aim is to make you come back again (and again) spreading your recommendation across the globe.

We also hire for all main events such as Glastonbury, V Festival, British Grand Prix and many more. Why sleep in a tent when you can live in luxury and be the envy of all your friends.

We cater for International customers meaning airport pick up’s are simple not only for us but for you too.

We are a few minutes away from the runway at London Heathrow and Gatwick Airports, which are both main hubs and gateways to the rest of the world.

You can be in your chosen campervan and off to see the sights within an hour of landing.

Fancy touring France or northern Europe? We have a camper van to suit most people’s needs .

Feel free to drop us an email for further information… We will be more than happy to help with your enquiries.

We all love a good festival. The bands, the vibe, the experience.! The Great British festival is more popular than ever before, but that doesn’t make the long-drop loos and mud pits any more enjoyable. For some festival-goers the stench and the rubbish British weather are all part of the fun, but for those of us who prefer not to sleep in a quagmire next to a dodgy toilet, there is an alternative – and no – we’re not talking about “glamping”.

We’re talking about festival campervan hire. UK and globally, attending your favourite festivals in style has never been easier or more fun . Instead of freezing in a barely waterproof tent, the camper van allows you to bring all of your home comforts to the festival field., a dry comfortable bed, cooking facilities and a fridge to keep your beer cold (just don’t forget your generator – few festival pitches offer electricity). For a 5* festival experience, campervan hire is the best way to go.

Glastonbury Festival 2015

Wednesday 24th to Sunday 28th June 2015
Worthy Farm, Pilton, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4AZ, England

Many people make the mistake of thinking that we do not do hires over the festive period, however we do still have some availability for Campers over this period. There are also a lot of camp sites that are still operating over the winter months. If you book now for the winter period you will benefit from up to 25% off our normal rates!

Peak dates are already starting to fill up for 2015 with big events next year such as the Rugby World Cup, Glastonbury and Irish Open. These are just a few of the most popular times to travel. The camper vans are a very popular vehicle through the summer months due to the children’s holidays. We also offer overseas travel on our Campervan hire, so the world is your oyster.

Early booking allows you the choice of dates you require and the pickup location of your preference. Should you require an availability check, please do not hesitate to contact us for your quote.

Happy Holidays from the Easi Motorhome team

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Here are some selected links for campsites that are open over the festive period:

pitchup.com

ukcampsite.co.uk

campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk

These websites will give you an idea as to what sites will be open through Winter and what attractions are nearby.

Dates are 15th – 18th January (Manchester)

Big bang camper shows VW festival 2015

Friday 24th to Sunday 26th April

Big Bang VW Festival is the first and friendliest Vw show on the calendar. Despite high octane racing and 2 music arenas, the event remains as chilled out and family friendly as always.
Three Days of WV fun, great racing, music and much, much more.

Camper Jam, July 2015

Camper Jam is a family orientated fun packed show with a laid back, relaxed atmosphere.

Things to lookout for over the 3 Days include, several live bands, hundreds of traders, a fantastic food village, fun fair and the ever popular cooking in a camper competition.

Where better to admire so many different VW camper s all in the same place.

Set in the enchanting Weston Park, Camper Jam has become one of the most anticipated VW events on the calendar.

Friday 3rd July
Open – 2pm Close – 10pm

Saturday 4th July
Open – 9am Close – 8pm

Sunday 5th July
Open – 9am Close – 5pm

All camping is pre-book only!

VW Festival 2015

Friday 14th August until Sunday 16th 2 fun packed Days of live entertainment for ages, live music and enough VW campers to make you dizzy. A fantastic venue with a great laid back atmosphere. Harewood House Leeds

We have a great deal for you to get away from it all this Winter!

Until 31 January 2015, you can drive away from winter wind & rain, head away to winter sun and spend your winter by the beach on a campsite in Spain or Portugal or join the large campervan community of like-minded people who beat those winter blues and immerse themselves in the holiday lifestyle!

Winter Sun campervan rental is available from £850 for 28 days in our 4 person VW California Camper.

We provide a fully equipped campervan for your winter holiday including a 2 ring gas cooker, sink with running water, pans, cooking utensils, dinner plates, bowls, side plates, cutlery set, mugs & glasses.

Hiring a camper in Autumn?

If you are thinking of hiring a camper in autumn, there is a whole host of things you can do. Many people think that they are going to be limited to where they can go as many of the sites are closed for the Autumn & Winter months. However many of the sites do operate all year round. A good website to find out the campsites that are open all year round is ukcampsite.co.uk. They have a full comprehensive list of all the sites that stay open all year round. A lot of the customers we get are looking for a short break & enjoy getting wrapped up & having some lovely autumn walks. Some of the camping & caravan sites offer a great base to enjoy the Great British Countryside. Here are just a few that are great for anyone just wanting to get away from it all & enjoy some time in the countryside.

1. Berwick Seaview, Berwick upon tweed is just a 30 minute walk away from the site, which boasts some lovely tea rooms, also in Berwick upon tweed is the fascinating Lowry Trail, following in the footsteps of the great artist.

2. The Sandringham Estate, The royal Estate is a perfect place to watch the changing of the seasons. Acorns & chestnuts litter the pathways during autumn. It makes a perfect place for a Family getaway in autumn & winter.

3. Hawes, Explore the Yorkshire Dales from a great base. You will find the Tan Hill Inn that boasts that it is ‘’Great Britain’s highest Inn” at 1732ft above sea level.

4. Exmoore House, This is a great Base for wanting to explore the Magnificent Exmoor National Park. Exmoor National Park is a great place to visit in either autumn or winter.

* Some of the site’s listed above may not be open for the full 12 Months. Please check before you travel.
For more information on Campervan hire, please call 01942 778899