Top Tips For Motorhoming Through The Seasons
Top Tips For Motorhoming Through The Seasons
More and more motorhomers are choosing to take their breaks right through the autumn and winter months enjoying the view of frosty fields and misty hills that British weather never fails to deliver. So if the summer has been a bit of a washout for you why not get the thermos packed and see what autumn and winter has to offer?
Every year hundreds of their customers continue to use their motorhome throughout the autumn and winter and providing you take the necessary precautions your holiday can be just as enjoyable as it would be in the sunshine.
The key is to get organised and think about how you can protect your motorhome from the elements. If youve got a motorhome with an internal water tank then the risk of it freezing isnt as great as one where the tank or pipes are exposed but check all areas where water is going to be present and make sure its properly insulated. The last thing you want is the water freezing in the cold and bursting your pipes so use slip on insulation foam to protect them when the weather turns frosty.
Many newer motorhomes are specially equipped to work all year round even in very cold weather but if your motorhome is a little bit older you need to make sure everything is properly protected. As well as insulating exposed water and waste pipes you may want to consider a small fish tank heater to stop your water freezing inside the tanks. These are relatively inexpensive and can be used throughout the winter to stop both your waste and fresh water tanks from freezing.
With the proper preparation your motorhome can become your own personal cosy lodge a place to warm frosty toes after a refreshing walk or enjoy hot chocolate before turning in for the night. Theres so much in Britain to see and do throughout the year that many people are turning their back on the 4 days of sunshine our summer provides and looking to the rest of the year to provide a welcomed break.
Make sure you do your research and find a site that has all the facilities you need remembering that cold weather means youll be using a lot more energy to keep your motorhome warm so you may want to only visit sites with electric hookup and gas bottle services. This doesnt mean a limit to your choice though there are hundreds of sites up and down the country that are open all year round and have everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable break.
Some other useful tips:
- Reflective insulating screens designed to fit your windscreen and other large windows hugely reduce heat loss when parked up.
- Make sure the air vents in the driving area are shut to avoid cold drafts.
- A small porch awning gives you a place to remove muddy boots before going inside. They are also less susceptible to wind and much more practical than a large awning that you are unlikely to make full use of in cold weather.
- Butane can freeze as temperatures get near 0C. Propane will not so consider your fuel carefully if you know the weather is going to be really cold.
You dont have to restrict yourself to the summer months to have a great holiday and as long as youve packed the wellies and hot chocolate you dont even need to worry about the weather. Just pack carefully get the motorhome properly setup and get out there!
About the writer: Heather Robinson of Caravan Guard Limited. Caravan Guard insure motorhomers all year round whether in appropriate storage or out on the road enjoying what the different British seasons have to offer. For all your motorhome insurance needs visit our website today at http://www.caravanguard.co.uk and sign up for our emagazines with more top tips for getting the most out of your motorhome.
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