Roam | Explore | Enjoy https://www.roadroamers.uk/ 2026-04-15T21:22:55+00:00 https://www.roadroamers.uk/ https://www.roadroamers.uk/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=wiki:logo.png text/html 2023-07-13T16:26:53+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=recovery:recovery_services&rev=1689265613&do=diff Recovery Services There are problems getting recovery that's effective because many providers will tell you that you're covered until you actually need it, then they'll point you to their list of exclusions. Pay specific attention to the terms and conditions, especially if you're towing which is almost always excluded. 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 2023-11-15T20:00:06+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 2023-07-26T19:26:56+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=chassis:weights_and_plates&rev=1690399616&do=diff Weights and Plates Your Vehicle will have a number of information plates installed under the bonnet and in the door jam, these plates are important so don't dismiss them. You should at the very least check that the VIN on the chassis plate matches the VIN in the windscreen, and you must be aware of the weight limits. text/html 2023-05-16T15:03:19+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=structure:general_faq&rev=1684249399&do=diff Structure/Build Motorhomes Most motorhomes available in the UK/Europe are built onto an existing vehicle, usually a van (Ducato/Boxer/Daily etc). The general structure of these are wood laminate with metal framework. There is generally an outer skin which is Plastic, then a support which is usually ply, then insulation, then internal walls, then decor. There may be a gap between the inner and outer layers or it may be solid or glass fibre insulation. text/html 2023-05-24T11:18:02+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=structure:lockers&rev=1684927082&do=diff Motorhome Lockers Thetford Lockers generally have locks in the corners, whereas NDS and other lockers generally have keys at the bottom. Its important to identify the manufacturer of your locker to order the correct parts. Thetford Cassette Locker text/html 2024-01-29T18:28:43+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=chassis:3rd_generation_2006_x250&rev=1706552923&do=diff Third Generation 2007-2014 X250 This vintage is the basis for 90% of the campervans and motorhomes produced during the period of operation. Its a strong reliable chassis capable of supporting 3.5t or 4t (the Maxi) and with the AL-KO chassis 5t. (It should be noted that in the UK for some stupid reason you can't drive a vehicle over 3.5t without a C1 up to 7.5t and and C up to 14t) text/html 2023-04-28T12:56:03+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=chassis:common&rev=1682686563&do=diff Fiat Ducato | Peugeot Boxer | Citroen Jumper & Relay | Iveco Daily These are light commerical vehicles developed by FCA Italy and PSA (now stellantis) and manufacturer by the Italian company Sevel (but over the years has also been produced by Iveco). This chassis form the host for the majority of campervans and motorhomes on the market today in Europe (even A-class). text/html 2023-04-28T09:22:24+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=dealers:brownhills&rev=1682673744&do=diff Brownhills Motorhomes Ltd \a A1/A46 Junction, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 2EA \t 01636 704 201 \w <https://www.brownhills.co.uk/> A fairly well respected dealer, minimal complaints generally. Disagree? leave a comment text/html 2023-04-28T09:23:21+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=dealers:dolphin&rev=1682673801&do=diff Dolphin Motorhomes \a Hampshire: 478 Bursledon Road (A3024), Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 8NH \t 02380 406777 \a Dorset: Iford Bridge (Main A35), Barrack Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 2QA \t 01202 479444 \e sales@dolphinmotorhomes.co.uk \e text/html 2023-04-28T09:24:22+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=dealers:eden&rev=1682673862&do=diff Eden Motorhomes \a Scorrier, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 5BP \t 01209 822638 \m 07854 102015 \w <https://www.edenmotorhomes.co.uk/> text/html 2023-04-28T09:26:09+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=dealers:nick_whale&rev=1682673969&do=diff Nick Whale Motorhomes \a Lauriston Park, Pitchill, Evesham, WR11 8SN, UK \t 01386 870852 \e paul.sadler@nickwhale.com \w <https://nickwhalemotorhomes.co.uk/> text/html 2023-04-28T09:25:47+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=dealers:west_country&rev=1682673947&do=diff West Country Motorhomes Ltd \a Bristol Road, Brent Knoll, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 4HG \t 01278 761200 \e reception@wcmh.co.uk \a Turnpike Road, Blunsdon, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN26 7EA \t 01793 726666 \e swindon@wcmh.co.uk \w <https://www.wcmh.co.uk/> (Annoying Pop-ups to fight through) 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 2023-06-13T13:09:01+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 2023-07-12T11:35:36+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=faq:newbies_corner&rev=1689161736&do=diff Welcome Newbies If you've come here then you now have a campervan or motorhome and are looking for a quick how-to, and we've got you covered :) We'll deal with this in sections so you don't have to read it all, but you should real it all of course. 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 2023-04-28T09:46:42+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=insurance:adrian_flux&rev=1682675202&do=diff Adrian Flux Insurance Services \a East Winch Hall, East Winch, King's Lynn, PE32 1HN \t 0800 3698590 \e contact-us@adrianflux.co.uk \w <https://www.adrianflux.co.uk/motorhomes> IMPORTANT: Insurers of your Camper/Motorhome will ONLY insure the vehicle and very limited contents, they will not cover anything expensive like laptops, camera's, Mobile Phones, etc. text/html 2023-04-28T09:14:53+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=manufacturers:chausson&rev=1682673293&do=diff TRIGANO VDL, Camping-cars CHAUSSON \a CS69003 07302 TOURNON SUR RHONE CEDEX France \t 0033 0475075500 \w <https://www.chausson-motorhomes.com> text/html 2023-04-28T09:17:21+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=manufacturers:hobby&rev=1682673441&do=diff HOBBY - Hobby-Wohnwagenwerk Ing. Harald Striewski GmbH \a Harald-Striewski-Straße 15 24787 Fockbek/Rendsburg \t 0049 4331606-0 \w <https://www.hobby-caravan.de> \a Green Meadows, Bradshaw Lane, Greenhalgh, nr Preston, Lancashire PR45 3HQ \t 01772 737273 \w <https://www.hobby-motorhomes.co.uk> text/html 2023-04-28T09:20:50+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=manufacturers:rapido&rev=1682673650&do=diff RAPIDO Motorhomes \a 414 rue des Perrouins, CS 20019 53101 Mayenne, France \t 0033 0243301070 \w <https://www.rapido-motorhome.co.uk> text/html 2023-04-28T09:41:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=parts:o_leary_motorhomes&rev=1682674905&do=diff O'Leary Motorhomes \a 314 Hull Road, Plaxton Bridge Road, Woodmansey, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 0RT \t 01482 868632 \t 01482 880044 \e info@olearymotorhomes.co.uk \w <https://www.olearymotorhomes.co.uk/> One of the top parts suppliers in the country, has most things, can get even more things, well worth a call. text/html 2023-06-28T12:54:48+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=parts:spare_part_suppliers&rev=1687956888&do=diff Spare Parts O'Leary Motorhomes EECO Replacement Windows Morval Caravans Missed anyone? list_me Get Listed Suggestions text/html 2023-05-03T10:39:20+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=plumbing:water_pumps_accessories&rev=1683110360&do=diff Water Pumps & Accessories SHURflo The majority of water pumps in use in Motorhomes are SUREflo, and for good reason, they are extremely reliable and sensibly priced, but when they do fail they are not easily repaired and should be replaced. Replace like with like, if you existing pump is 30psi, then replace with 30psi, not 45psi or 60psi unless you're going to replace the expansion tank and fittings. text/html 2024-01-30T13:33:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=repair:edm_garage_services&rev=1706621625&do=diff EDM Garage Services Our garage and repair facilities is the most modern up to date workshop in the local area which offers Fixed Price servicing, MOT testing and repairs, While you wait tyre repairs and fitting, Motorhome & Caravan Sales, Servicing and Habitation repairs and checks. This garage can also do Class 7 MOT's and can support Tag's and larger motorhomes. text/html 2023-05-03T12:26:55+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=repair:replacement_fittings&rev=1683116815&do=diff Replacement Fittings (Carpets, Windows, Cupboards etc) Companies Carpets for Caravans And Motorhomes Rezanoffs Motorhome Upholstery Parts Hinges text/html 2023-05-02T09:38:57+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=repair:rezanoffs_motorhome_upholstery&rev=1683020337&do=diff Rezanoff's Motorhome Upholstery Service \a 1A Beeching road, Bexhill, East Sussex, TN39 3LG \m 07402 441338 \e upholstery1066@gmail.com \w <https://upholstery1066.uk> \sf <https://facebook.com/Upholstery.service.to.Motorhomes> 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