Thanks Adrian for your latest article freedom to travel.
Adrian French is the man behind Adrian’s Arena and has been publishing a variety of articles relating to motorhomes and caravans.
As a member of the Guild of Motoring Writers and the Caravan Writers’ Guild, he has built up lots of experience over the years and is now well placed to share his views and advise on motorhoming, caravanning, test drives, towing, tow cars, ideal layouts and safety issues.
Adrian has also put together a Travel section about his personal travels which should prove of great interest. His articles will offer help and advice for anyone planning to travel to Europe.
Adrian has is own article section, go onto our Information Centre (Adrian’s arena).
Any information you may need for travelling in Europe. Please email enquires@ukwom.com or visit http://www.worldofmotorhomes.com/
Anne
31 July, 2008
29 July, 2008
Gem Friends
What lovely weather we are having at the moment; great to be out and about with out worrying about the rain.
We spent our weekend with some good friends from the Gem Club in Cheltenham. Jill and John have a lovely home and are very luck to have enough room at the side of their house to accommodate quite a few motorhomes - so what a weekend we had.
Nigel and I set up the Gem Club about 14 years ago, when Italian motorhomes first started to be imported in to the country by Don Amott.
Gem Stands for Granduca, Elnagh and Mobilvetta which were the first three brands to be imported so owners of those ‘vans were the first to join the club; and that’s how the name of the club was formed.
Nigel published a fantastic newsletter over the years on Italian vans, general news and ideas sent in by club members. But, unfortunately, demands made of him combined with a full time involvement in World of Motorhomes/Caravans, resulted in the closure of the club in December last year. We have now formed Gem Friends comprising a group of our old rally friends who still wanted to keep in contact.
Motorhome and Caravan clubs are a great way of making new friends, meeting up with old friends, and finding out how to solve some of the problems we may encounter.You will always find a club member with some very useful advice. Please use our link on the home page through to the owner’s club page.
If anybody notices that their Club is missing from our website, or your entries are not up to date, please email us on sales@ukwom.com and we will update the information free of charge.
Happy club meetings,
Anne.
We spent our weekend with some good friends from the Gem Club in Cheltenham. Jill and John have a lovely home and are very luck to have enough room at the side of their house to accommodate quite a few motorhomes - so what a weekend we had.
Nigel and I set up the Gem Club about 14 years ago, when Italian motorhomes first started to be imported in to the country by Don Amott.
Gem Stands for Granduca, Elnagh and Mobilvetta which were the first three brands to be imported so owners of those ‘vans were the first to join the club; and that’s how the name of the club was formed.
Nigel published a fantastic newsletter over the years on Italian vans, general news and ideas sent in by club members. But, unfortunately, demands made of him combined with a full time involvement in World of Motorhomes/Caravans, resulted in the closure of the club in December last year. We have now formed Gem Friends comprising a group of our old rally friends who still wanted to keep in contact.
Motorhome and Caravan clubs are a great way of making new friends, meeting up with old friends, and finding out how to solve some of the problems we may encounter.You will always find a club member with some very useful advice. Please use our link on the home page through to the owner’s club page.
If anybody notices that their Club is missing from our website, or your entries are not up to date, please email us on sales@ukwom.com and we will update the information free of charge.
Happy club meetings,
Anne.
24 July, 2008
Newsletter
Our regular Newsletter is of great interest to our exhibitors and is used as a tool for them to be able to keep the trade, press and public informed about their business. We also try to cover any general news about what is happing in the world of Motorhomes and Caravans.
We would like to congratulate Lee Sowerby, Production Manager of Timberland Motorhomes, who has recently got married and has also won the prestigious SME Manager of the Year at the North Lincolnshire Business Awards ceremony. To cap it all Timberland also won the Caravan Club’s Motor Caravan Design & Drive Award for their design and production of their Endeavour XI
If you would like more information about Timberland Motorhomes, please visit their website www.timberlandmotorhomes.com.
Safeguard Insurance; have issued a safety and security warning to new ‘Caravanners’ hitting the road for the first time. Please check this information www.safeguarduk.co.uk
Webasto; A VW T25 camper has set a new Guinness World Record by being built as the world’s lowest road-going VW camper at just 39.5” high in just 3 days – including full painting and detailing. For more information please visit www.open-air-feeling.com
To find out more about the above news items, please visit our Information Centre on our home page and then press ‘All News’. You will also find previous newsletter there.
If you would like to receive regular newsletters sending please fill in the Newsletter Signup box located on our home page at the bottom of the left column.
Your details are used solely for the purpose of receiving regular newsletters.
Anne
We would like to congratulate Lee Sowerby, Production Manager of Timberland Motorhomes, who has recently got married and has also won the prestigious SME Manager of the Year at the North Lincolnshire Business Awards ceremony. To cap it all Timberland also won the Caravan Club’s Motor Caravan Design & Drive Award for their design and production of their Endeavour XI
If you would like more information about Timberland Motorhomes, please visit their website www.timberlandmotorhomes.com.
Safeguard Insurance; have issued a safety and security warning to new ‘Caravanners’ hitting the road for the first time. Please check this information www.safeguarduk.co.uk
Webasto; A VW T25 camper has set a new Guinness World Record by being built as the world’s lowest road-going VW camper at just 39.5” high in just 3 days – including full painting and detailing. For more information please visit www.open-air-feeling.com
To find out more about the above news items, please visit our Information Centre on our home page and then press ‘All News’. You will also find previous newsletter there.
If you would like to receive regular newsletters sending please fill in the Newsletter Signup box located on our home page at the bottom of the left column.
Your details are used solely for the purpose of receiving regular newsletters.
Anne
23 July, 2008
Beating The Weather
Hi all you campers.
Hope you are all having a good week and now that the weather has changed its great to be outdoors getting those BBQs going!
We had one over the weekend, but being up north, the weather was not at is best.
Anyway, we decided to spend a day in the Hebden Bridge area which is very beautiful; it is a great place if you like walking or cycling.
About a mile away from Hebden Bridge there is a Caravan Club site, called Lower Clough Foot, which is a pretty site set in a grassy terraced enclave. It lies in the Cragg brook valley in the southern Pennines. This has proved to be a convenient place to stay when spending time in the area.
Useful information.
There are very easy walks which are suitable for parents with pushchairs, people in wheelchairs; short walks 2 to 3 miles; medium distance 5 to 6 miles; long hill walk for the more experienced; a country bike ride about 8 miles and bicycles can be carried on the Hebden Bridge buses. Passengers can pre book their space 01422 422100.
• Hebden Bridge Tourism Know Before You Go. Read Reviews from Real Travelers. http://www.tripadvisor.com/
• Walking Hebden Bridge Full Guides & Activities for UK's Canals, Rivers and Lakes www.Waterscape.com/Walking
• Visit Batley Yorkshire Escape to Pennine Yorkshire - where to stay & what to do this Summer http://www.escapetopennineyorkshire.com/• Kids Go For Free - Offer Free Tickets To Top UK Attractions With So Good's Delicious Soya Milk www.SoGood.co.uk/Kids_For_Free
Anne
Hope you are all having a good week and now that the weather has changed its great to be outdoors getting those BBQs going!
We had one over the weekend, but being up north, the weather was not at is best.
Anyway, we decided to spend a day in the Hebden Bridge area which is very beautiful; it is a great place if you like walking or cycling.
About a mile away from Hebden Bridge there is a Caravan Club site, called Lower Clough Foot, which is a pretty site set in a grassy terraced enclave. It lies in the Cragg brook valley in the southern Pennines. This has proved to be a convenient place to stay when spending time in the area.
Useful information.
There are very easy walks which are suitable for parents with pushchairs, people in wheelchairs; short walks 2 to 3 miles; medium distance 5 to 6 miles; long hill walk for the more experienced; a country bike ride about 8 miles and bicycles can be carried on the Hebden Bridge buses. Passengers can pre book their space 01422 422100.
• Hebden Bridge Tourism Know Before You Go. Read Reviews from Real Travelers. http://www.tripadvisor.com/
• Walking Hebden Bridge Full Guides & Activities for UK's Canals, Rivers and Lakes www.Waterscape.com/Walking
• Visit Batley Yorkshire Escape to Pennine Yorkshire - where to stay & what to do this Summer http://www.escapetopennineyorkshire.com/• Kids Go For Free - Offer Free Tickets To Top UK Attractions With So Good's Delicious Soya Milk www.SoGood.co.uk/Kids_For_Free
Anne
17 July, 2008
Fleetwood Caravans
Had a lovely day out yesterday at Alton Towers!
We were invited to the Fleetwood Caravan Product launch. So, instead of going on all the rides, we spent the day looking around the new range of caravans for 2009. After 41 years as one of the UK’s leading manufactures, yesterday’s 2009 range did not disappoint.
They have three model ranges - the Sonata, Meridien and the Heritage. All models included innovative and updated features, but the range topping Heritage was magnificent. You are greeted with seductive lighting, beautifully designed bathrooms with glass wash bowls, and a choices of upholstery to suit everyone’s taste.
Anyone thinking to change their caravan in the near future would do well to look at. www.fleetwoodcaravans.co.uk
Anne
We were invited to the Fleetwood Caravan Product launch. So, instead of going on all the rides, we spent the day looking around the new range of caravans for 2009. After 41 years as one of the UK’s leading manufactures, yesterday’s 2009 range did not disappoint.
They have three model ranges - the Sonata, Meridien and the Heritage. All models included innovative and updated features, but the range topping Heritage was magnificent. You are greeted with seductive lighting, beautifully designed bathrooms with glass wash bowls, and a choices of upholstery to suit everyone’s taste.
Anyone thinking to change their caravan in the near future would do well to look at. www.fleetwoodcaravans.co.uk
Anne
15 July, 2008
Driving Abroad
We are always getting email asking what the different road regulation are for driving in Europe.
So I was very interested last night when watching ITV Holiday Driving Hell.
Ginney Buckley had done a report on how many of us Brits would be driving down to Dover to cross the channel over to Europe, with no idea on the differtant road regulations.
This is resulting in hefty on-the-spot-fines and, for some, having their vehicles confiscated.European police are cracking down on drivers as soon they leave the ferry. There are hidden radar cameras and spot fines to law breakers.
As many as five thousand accidents a year are caused by British divers abroad.
The Highway Code between the differtant countries is worlds apart... and so are their Speed limits. So, if travelling around Europe, check the driving rules for each country before entering.
The excuse that you thought the speed limit was in miles and not kilometres per hour simply won’t wash with the traffic police any longer - so make sure you're prepared before you go. Further information about what you need to know before driving abroad can be found through: www.fco.gov.uk/en/travelling-and-living-overseas/staying-safe/driving-abroad.
And remember
• get adequate travel insurance
• check the FCO’s country travel advice
• research your destination – know the local laws and customs • visit your GP at least six weeks before travelling
• check your passport is in good condition and valid and you have all necessary visas
• make copies of important travel documents and/or store them online using a secure data storage site
• tell someone where you are going and leave emergency contact details with them
• take enough money and have access to emergency funds
Enjoy your travels
Bon Voyage
Anne.
So I was very interested last night when watching ITV Holiday Driving Hell.
Ginney Buckley had done a report on how many of us Brits would be driving down to Dover to cross the channel over to Europe, with no idea on the differtant road regulations.
This is resulting in hefty on-the-spot-fines and, for some, having their vehicles confiscated.European police are cracking down on drivers as soon they leave the ferry. There are hidden radar cameras and spot fines to law breakers.
As many as five thousand accidents a year are caused by British divers abroad.
The Highway Code between the differtant countries is worlds apart... and so are their Speed limits. So, if travelling around Europe, check the driving rules for each country before entering.
The excuse that you thought the speed limit was in miles and not kilometres per hour simply won’t wash with the traffic police any longer - so make sure you're prepared before you go. Further information about what you need to know before driving abroad can be found through: www.fco.gov.uk/en/travelling-and-living-overseas/staying-safe/driving-abroad.
And remember
• get adequate travel insurance
• check the FCO’s country travel advice
• research your destination – know the local laws and customs • visit your GP at least six weeks before travelling
• check your passport is in good condition and valid and you have all necessary visas
• make copies of important travel documents and/or store them online using a secure data storage site
• tell someone where you are going and leave emergency contact details with them
• take enough money and have access to emergency funds
Enjoy your travels
Bon Voyage
Anne.
14 July, 2008
Owners' Clubs
World of Motorhomes and Caravans hope you all had a good weekend and I am sure plenty of you will have been out and about on rallies.
I have noticed how many of you go onto our Owners’ Clubs website to get general information about what is happing with your club - like any forthcoming rallies and shows.
We do like to keep all this information up to date, but without your help sometimes it can be hard to keep track of all the changes that happen over the months.
If anybody notices that their Club is missing from our website, or your entries are not up to date, please email us on sales@ukwom.com and we will update the information free of charge.
To find your club entry look on the left hand side of our Home page and go into Clubs and Magazines; from there go into Owners Clubs and click on to your club. From that page there is a direct link though to the Club’s own website where you can find all forthcoming events.
Happy Rallying.
Anne
I have noticed how many of you go onto our Owners’ Clubs website to get general information about what is happing with your club - like any forthcoming rallies and shows.
We do like to keep all this information up to date, but without your help sometimes it can be hard to keep track of all the changes that happen over the months.
If anybody notices that their Club is missing from our website, or your entries are not up to date, please email us on sales@ukwom.com and we will update the information free of charge.
To find your club entry look on the left hand side of our Home page and go into Clubs and Magazines; from there go into Owners Clubs and click on to your club. From that page there is a direct link though to the Club’s own website where you can find all forthcoming events.
Happy Rallying.
Anne
11 July, 2008
Website Contributors
I would like to announce the recent launch of our latest website www.worldofwaterways.com and would like to thank Clive Edwards for all his help and support. Clive has years of experience on English and French waterways and has worked with unstinting drive to provide the main information and articles to create another interesting website.
Clive, who is the Programme Director for the new site, is a qualified Yachtmaster, former auxiliary coastguard and spent many years as a rescue officer for the British Olympic sailing team. This site is full of useful information, which includes, Boating Matters, Boating in Britain, France and Europe. You will also find weather reports and waterways alerts.
You can find all you need to know by going on to www.worldofwaterays.com/
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We would also like to thank Adrian French on his contribution on World of Motorhomes and Caravans.
Adrian has been writing about cars, caravans, motorhomes and the leisure industry for about 20 years. Over the last year Adrian as contributed some very interesting articles on both websites. He recently changed from being a caravanner to becoming a motorhomer. If you would like to read any of Adrian’s articles you will find them on our Information Centres within www.worldofmotorhomes.com and www.worldofcaravans.com under Adrian’s Arena.
Anne
Clive, who is the Programme Director for the new site, is a qualified Yachtmaster, former auxiliary coastguard and spent many years as a rescue officer for the British Olympic sailing team. This site is full of useful information, which includes, Boating Matters, Boating in Britain, France and Europe. You will also find weather reports and waterways alerts.
You can find all you need to know by going on to www.worldofwaterays.com/
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We would also like to thank Adrian French on his contribution on World of Motorhomes and Caravans.
Adrian has been writing about cars, caravans, motorhomes and the leisure industry for about 20 years. Over the last year Adrian as contributed some very interesting articles on both websites. He recently changed from being a caravanner to becoming a motorhomer. If you would like to read any of Adrian’s articles you will find them on our Information Centres within www.worldofmotorhomes.com and www.worldofcaravans.com under Adrian’s Arena.
Anne
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