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New to Camping? West Country VW Camper Hire

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Don’t worry, West country VW Camper Hire will give you all the information you need for your first-time camping.

So, you have decided not to get on an aeroplane with the ever-present threat of catching or spreading Covid-19 and you want to know, is it safer to go camping?  Most definitely it is, yes!

Firstly, you won’t have the risk that comes with mixing with other passengers in the airport and on the aeroplane and, secondly, you can keep away from other people in the safety of your own camping pitch!

Taking a holiday in the UK may not have previously crossed your mind and if you haven’t considered a camping holiday before, it may seem quite daunting.

But, if you do your homework first, you may find a new interest in all sorts of things to do you may not have considered before.

Britain has an abundance of fabulous places to visit and explore and many are, quite possibly, right on your doorstep!

Where is there to go on holiday in Britain?

One of the first things to do is to start thinking about what interests you.  Investigate the vast selection of interesting places we have in Britain.  Look at things you think you may be interested in like…

  • Adventure parks for the kids
  • Stately homes
  • Historical towns and villages
  • Gorges
  • Fishing villages
  • English Castles
  • Cathedrals and Abbeys
  • Botanical Gardens
  • Moorlands and woodlands
  • Walking and Cycling routes
  • Beautiful beaches

….the list goes on!

We will elaborate in more detail on later blogs and give you specific information, but you can see, the list of things Britain has to offer, is endless!

Once you have decided where you want to visit, the next step is to choose somewhere to stay!

Where can I go camping?

Staying at a campsite is always the safest and best place to stay but, if you decide to wild camp, be careful!  Wild camping is where you pitch up in a remote place where there will be no facilities.  Wild camping is only permitted in certain places in England and Wales, and limited to Dartmoor and private land, where the owner has specifically given permission.  Scotland does allow wild camping under the ‘right to roam’ laws but as with any wild camping, you are required to abide by the Outdoor Access Code and respect the countryside.

If you are new to camping, going to a campsite is by far the safest option for you.

How to choose the right campsite.

Campsites can vary from a basic working farm, right up to luxurious sites with every facility you can think of and some even have swimming pools!

This is where the real homework starts!…

Think about what is important to you.  Do you want peace and quiet, remoteness or to be on a bustling, busy, if a little noisy, campsite?  You might need to entertain children or go for lovely long walks, but, whatever you like, make sure your chosen campsite offers what you need.

If walking to the local pub for a Sunday lunch is your thing, make sure you can walk from the campsite safely and find out how far away it is.  Google maps is always a good tool for finding distances from your chosen campsite.

If you have children to entertain, make sure there are plenty of things for them to do safely and find out what is open, especially during the Coronavirus Pandemic.

Do campsites have shops?

Most campsites now have a shop of some kind selling at least the basics and others have large shops, almost as big as a small supermarket! 

The more rural campsites may have a shop selling local produce, milk, fresh eggs, jams, freshly baked bread, and a lot more.

You will be surprised what you can find in a campsite shop!

Even if you have not done your research about local places of interest, most campsites shops will provide useful information.

What food to bring camping?

You will be surprised what most campsites have to offer onsite.  They range from selling basic food items, to arranging for an abundance of food delivery

companies bringing in Pizza, India food, Fish and chips and all sorts of other delicious meals.

Many campsites have either a bar, café, or small restaurant onsite and some offer BBQ’s and firepits for hire!

So, one way or another, you should never be short of something to eat!

Now your interest has been well and truly sparked, what are you waiting for?

All you need to do is find the right campervan, so you have come to the right place!

Book your amazing and fully equipped campervan with West County VW Camper Hire now and don’t look back!

We have made everything extremely easy with our online booking system and all the information you need to know can be found on our website.

Have fun and enjoy your camping trip in Britain!

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Ann MillnerAnn Millner
16:35 02 Oct 23
We had a wonderful holiday in Fred. We travelled all around Wales, myself, my husband and our dog. Fred was comfortable, warm and well equipped. We wanted for nothing except maybe some sunshine. The whole experience was made easy and exciting with the help and assistance of Lucy and Chris. This was our first time in a campervan but we felt well prepared after watching the YouTube videos Lucy sent us and the patient explanations and demonstrations from both Lucy and Chris. We will be back! Thank you so much West Country Camper Hire. Ann and Gary
Ken MckeeKen Mckee
17:57 01 Oct 23
My wife and I hired Arthur for a Long weekend as a try before we buy. Lucy and Chris were absolutely brilliant throughout. The information about how to use everything was detailed but not overwhelming. The use of videos ( all backed up with a comprehensive hand book in the van) made Getting “ acquainted “ before the hire started much simpler. There was nothing more we could have asked for, they had thought of everything. When we returned Arthur the hand over was again very friendly and efficient and we the security deposit was back in our account very promptly. Would throughly recommend Lucy & Chris ( and Arthur)without hesitation
Russell DawkinsRussell Dawkins
11:09 18 Sep 23
We had a great time away in the van which we hired from West Country VW Campervans.All the equipment you would need was included.Lucy was brilliant in showing us how to safely set up the bed and awning and turning on the gas etc.Fred II was great to drive and easy to set up once we arrived at our destination and we knew Lucy and Chris were only a phone call away if we had any problems.A perfect way to try out a campervan before buying – we are hooked.Thanks to Lucy and Chris for the use of Fred. Highly recommended.
Vince BrandonVince Brandon
06:14 06 Sep 22
We had a fabulous trip. The camper was beautifully presented and well kitted out. The booking and return process was seamless and we were kept informed throughout the process. Jo is a real pleasure to deal with and I would strongly recommend their service to anybody that wants to dip their toe into the campervan world.
Laura BriggsLaura Briggs
14:06 01 Aug 22
Wow wow wow, what a van and what an amazing company. Jo and Roger go above and beyond to make sure everything is just right and made our adventure so memorable.We will never forget our time in Arthur II and would absolutely recommend to anyone who is thinking of hiring a camper van to go to this company .
Ross KernickRoss Kernick
19:53 06 Jun 22
Fabulous in all aspects. Owners are so accommodating and positive whilst being very relaxed. We hired Fred ll and couldn’t fault a thing, had a great long weekend away made all the more special in the Van. Highly recommended and we will definitely hire again in the future.
Mary Beth GreenopMary Beth Greenop
05:50 12 May 22
Spent a wonderful weekend in 'Fred II' with my daughter staying at the Badminton Horse Trials campsite. We were also newbies to the delights of VW campers and 'Fred' (along with Jo and Roger) provided the perfect initiation. A beautifully presented and equipped van which surpassed our expectations for comfort and facilities. 'Fred' was much admired! Special thanks to Jo and Roger for their excellent and patient briefing and support manual incase you forgot anything!
Rob JonesRob Jones
16:14 17 Apr 22
Our first campervan experience and loved every minute of it. Great service, fantastic van, brilliant holiday. Fred the van was very comfortable, clean and equipped with everything we needed. Looking forward to doing it all again.
mike brownmike brown
09:13 04 Oct 21
This was my first experience of holidaying in a Campervan and Jo & Roger were most helpful in responding to my questions prior to my holiday. I hired "Arthur" for 10 days in mid Sept 2021 and I was extremely lucky with some late summer weather. I stayed at 3 separate campsites and really enjoyed the freedom that this type of holiday offers."Arthur" was fully kitted out with just about everything you could possibly need for a holiday on the road, including an integrated warm air heater. Even a padded mattress topper was provided which made the bed really comfortable.Based on my experience, I would strongly recommend you take the time to view all the YouTube videos Roger & Jo have created - they clearly demonstrate how to set-up the campervan and they will reinforce the practical demonstration you are given when you collect the campervan. I would also suggest taking a small pop-up tent to use for storing bulky items / extra baggage whilst staying on your campsite. This will allow you to have much easier access to the various storage compartments within the campervan. I hope you enjoy your holiday as much as I did.
Nicola CoxNicola Cox
20:19 26 Aug 21
This was our first campervan holiday experience and, thanks to Jo and Roger (and Fred), we had an amazing time! Fred was really the star of the show. He is stylish & smart.Fred contained everything we needed for a comfortable holiday and Jo & Roger couldn't have been more helpful with making sure that we were happy with everything before we set off. We were really impressed with the solar power, as we were off grid for 4 days, and everything worked well.I would really recommend this to newbies like us!
J KJ K
20:52 14 Nov 20
We would highly recommend West Country VW Camper Hire - Jo and Roger were friendly and attentive from our first interaction and the van was perfect for our trip to Cornwall (we hired Arthur). We were impressed with the high specification of the van and it was fully equipped with everything we may have needed, including things that we hadn't even considered. James and Molly
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