Roam | Explore | Enjoy https://www.roadroamers.uk/ 2026-04-15T21:16:53+00:00 https://www.roadroamers.uk/ https://www.roadroamers.uk/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=wiki:logo.png text/html 2023-11-15T20:00:06+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=legal:the_law&rev=1700078406&do=diff The Law and You Preface In this country (The United Kingdom) the Monarch owns all the land including yours, and people are permitted 'freehold' which roughly translates as free use of the land and that 'use' is bought and sold. You have no other right to the land and this is why in legislation land is considered 'registered' rather than owned. Further, in recent years county and city councils have been given an ever increasing authority to decide what people can and cannot do on the land tha… text/html 2023-05-01T13:55:58+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=repair:auto_additions_nationwide&rev=1682949358&do=diff Auto Additions Nationwide Ltd \a 8 Chapel Street, Belper, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, DE56 1AR \t 01332 238352 \m 07402 860877 \e Info@autoadditionsnationwide.co.uk \w <https://autoadditionsnationwide.com> This company travels to you to fit a wide range of accessories. Check them out, and please leave a review good or bad. text/html 2023-11-15T20:13:02+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=legal:living_full_time&rev=1700079182&do=diff Living Full Time Can you live full time in your camper or motorhome? No. The law does not recognise the situation where someone doesn't have a permanent physical address being a physical property, but there are certain allowances. Don't forget to read our text/html 2023-06-13T13:09:01+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=faq:car_parks&rev=1686661741&do=diff Car Parks (and Parking in them) Parking a camper in a car park used to be no problem at all, and you'd never give it a second thought, but in the last few years its all got a bit silly. Many car parks have height barriers that simply prevent you from parking in them, and those that don't have signs that are deliberately confusing about what, when and where, so you need to be careful when parking anywhere. text/html 2023-04-21T09:25:10+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=feedback_suggestions&rev=1682069110&do=diff Feedback and Suggestions Be aware that this wiki is run solely by volunteers and whilst we do our best to keep up we can't do everything and hold down our day jobs. That being said, we REALLY want to hear your feedback and suggestions, which we read and use to drive the development of this resource. text/html 2024-07-04T18:57:06+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=start&rev=1720119426&do=diff Inside Information on your Motorhome/Campervan since 2012 Back! after a short period of downtime as we migrated from our previous URL to this new one, now in Wiki format rather than forum, and most of our content is still being transferred. This service is and has always been maintained by volunteers and is not guaranteed to be 100% but we try our best. If you spot something that's incorrect then please let us know (feedback @ the bottom) so we can correct it. If you wish to volunteer some time… text/html 2023-06-13T10:14:00+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=apps:motorway_services&rev=1686651240&do=diff UK Motorway Services You can stay for 2 hours at motorway services without having to pay, and additional time varies by location but the majority offer overnight stays along with food, toilets and showers 24/7. Remember these are private companies and they all have their own rules, charges and facilities so its best to check beforehand if you're planning a route to make sure you have everything you need. text/html 2023-05-14T20:16:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=blog:the_blog&rev=1684095365&do=diff RoadRoamers Returns After what seems like years but was infact only 9 months RoadRoamers returns on a new host and with a new domain. We weren't able to keep the old domain but we were able to save most of the content, which we are slowly transferring to the new site. You'll notice that we chose to go with a WIKI rather than a forum this time, the thinking was that this site is and has always been a resource and a wiki is a better format for providing fast access to that resource. We may still … text/html 2024-09-13T13:18:14+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=electrical:batteries&rev=1726233494&do=diff Batteries Purpose Drive Battery Is the battery that's responsible for starting and running the engine as well as associated services such as ECU's, lights, fan, dashboard, stereo and so on. These batteries are designed to unload significant power to start the vehicle, then be immediately recharged by the alternator and kept at a high state of charge. These batteries will suffer if they are regularly discharged by more than 20%. text/html 2023-05-14T07:51:11+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=electrical:sargent&rev=1684050671&do=diff Sargent Electrical Services Ltd \a Unit 39, Tokenspire Business Park, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 0TB, United Kingdom Provides a range of electrical components used by many manufacturers. Sargent have a history of being very good at providing support, but in recent years this has changed and now you can expect to wait 2+ weeks for a single response in their 'support' system. If you need is urgent then its quicker to get support from third parties. text/html 2023-07-05T15:25:41+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=faq:buying_a_vehicle&rev=1688570741&do=diff Buying a Vehicle With so many scams out there its important, if not vital to be streetwise when buying a vehicle from anywhere. Here's a few tips we've picked up along the way which hopefully will help you out, and maybe save some serious cash. If you want to buy site unseen, for example ebay, chavbook marketplace, then you do so entirely at your own risk. text/html 2023-07-22T09:02:33+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=faq:general_frequently_asked_questions&rev=1690016553&do=diff Welcome to the FAQ Here we'll do our best to answer some of the most common questions we get. We're slowly transferring our content from the previous system which is a manual job but we're getting there. Internal Water Fresh water that is stored in a fresh water tank (if fitted) as called 'Fresh' or 'Clean' water. When that water is used in the sinks and shower it drains into another tank (if fitted) and is now called Grey Water. The toilet (if fitted) stores waste in another tank and that … text/html 2023-06-22T13:10:54+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=faq:snow_and_mud&rev=1687439454&do=diff Snow, Grass, Sand, Earth and Mud If you're one of those summer travellers who sticks to the roads and sites then you need not really any more of this article, if however, you are someone who enjoys the wild, and/or uses their vehicle all year round then at some point unless you're really lucky, you're going to be stuck. text/html 2023-05-31T16:42:59+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=faq:why&rev=1685551379&do=diff Motorhoming, Why do it? Offers numerous advantages and has gained popularity among adventure seekers and travelers worldwide. Here are several reasons why motorhoming is considered excellent: * Freedom and Flexibility: Motorhoming provides unparalleled freedom and flexibility. With a motorhome, you have the ability to choose your destination, change your plans on the go, and explore various regions without being tied to specific accommodations or itineraries. You can follow your own pace, st… text/html 2024-07-04T19:25:12+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=legal:after_an_accident&rev=1720121112&do=diff After an Accident DON'T PANIC Firstly, it's NEVER your fault, remember that, and even if you’re driving perfectly correctly, someone else might not be, and quite often an unplanned vehicle-interface situation is the result. Even if no one is injured, it’s an stressful time, but there are some things that you absolutely must do following such an incident, to keep yourself on the right side of the law and the insurance companies. text/html 2023-05-02T09:38:33+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=repair:carpets_for_caravans&rev=1683020313&do=diff Carpets for Caravans \a The Tractor Yard, Capernwray Road, Carnforth, South Lakes \m 07594 556665 \e carpetsforcaravans@gmail.com \w <https://www.carpetsforcaravans.com> \sf www.facebook.com/carpetsforcaravans Here at Carpets for Caravans we pride ourselves on quality and professionalism. ​Working from Carnforth, South Lakes, and with over 40 years experience there is not a floor we have not fitted. ​ Our family run business started when we were searching for a removable carpet for our… text/html 2023-06-21T09:00:52+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=structure:connections&rev=1687338052&do=diff Motorhome Connections We can group these into a few simple categories Electrical Electrical connections on proper motorhomes are via an industry standard IP44 rated 16A 3PIN IEC-60309, often shortened to IEC309, sometimes called a MAYPOLE Connector, or MP372B or MP373B