Hiring an RV, a camper van, a motorhome or dormobile is a great way to holiday and see the UK at the same time. They offer a flexible solution to your transport and accommodation needs, whilst at the same time allowing you the freedom to decide where you want to go next. A motor home really is a "home from home", with all the conveniences you have at home and the benefit of mobility. We'll take a closer look at what facilities a motorhome should offer, so that you are more informed when you decide to rent or hire.



An essiential component of a camper van is the meal preparation area. The kitchen should have a gas or electric cooking hob with two or sometimes three burners. There should also be a refrigerator to keep milk and dairy products fresh. A microwave is often considered a luxury item as you will need mains voltage for it to work. To get mains voltage you will need to hook up at a dedicated campsite facility. Most vans have an electrical hook up point. All campers should come with a dual battery system. One for the van lighting and other low power uses and one that's used for the engine.

Many of the more established camping sites in the UK offer cable television and wireless internet access in the UK. As the demand for camp site services is growing you'll find more and more campsites offering the extras that we enjoy at home. There is though the other side to hiring a motorhome and that's the ability to get away from it all. Some though, prefer to just have the basic facilities in return for a more remote and secluded location. You may even prefer to try both a dedicated campsite and a remote location during the same trip. That's the beauty of using a camper, you can do what you want.

The history of camper vans began with Volkswagen Company, an international leader on the recreational vehicle market, however in UK, you'll find other well-represented companies such as Ford, Fiat or Bedford that were among the first to appeal to the public. Every year, Volkswagen organizes the Vanfest, held in Malvern. Most of the participants offer fine examples of four-wheeled accommodation standards. If you've got a van and need to buy something for it, then this is the place to go.

Choosing the right camper van very much depends on whether it is a family trip or not. The age of the children is also important, since there are family camper vans with special facilities for such circumstances. Most family vans include one large double bed and two smaller single ones, or there is also the option of one double bed and a small bed in the van roof space. Such details need to be discussed with the camper van rental company you choose. Remember that UK law is very strict about child car travelling, and since most camper vans don't have children seats as standard, it is the driver's responsibility to make sure they're carried in a legal manner.

Hunters, fishermen, adventure lovers, or anyone who's after peace and quiet in isolated places, can choose to hire a truck camper. This is the off-road form of camper van, that a few rental companies offer at a higher price. However, it may be worth trying, particularly for a group of three or four people that need to get away from the world and find a temporary tranquility in the heart of the mountains. Mention should be made, that due to its different nature, this camper isn't as roomy as a regular one.