Archive for June, 2010

Tribfest – the family friendly music festival

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

If you and your family are looking to get away for a weekend in August, then a great option to consider is the East Yorkshire event – Tribfest. This summer tribute music festival, in its fourth year, is to take place at the Beverley Polo Club in Tickton.

The event is only seven miles from Hull and is easy to access from all major routes. If you are free on the 20th, 21st and 22nd of August, and would be interested in an affordable and fun time away then check online to see if there are still some tickets available.

As well as music, there is also a kid’s zone, trade stands and a VIP area and bar.

Camping for the festival (in a tent) is free of charge, although there is a campervan / caravan area which costs just £25 for the weekend. This price also includes the opportunity to park your car next to your motorhome. Electrical hook up is an additional £25.

One of the best ways to enjoy this festival and its great live music, with 20 top tribute bands booked for the weekend, is to consider caravan hire. As we’ve mentioned it is not all that expensive to stay for the weekend, especially when you consider how much it costs to stay in a hotel.

Truckfest – more great family entertainment

Monday, June 28th, 2010

If you have ever been to a Truckfest event before, you will know that these large outdoor occasions are not to be missed. Truckfest will be taking place at the Royal Bath & West Showground in Somerset this year and promises to be another fun show.

At Truckfest you will find plenty to do and see. However, most people come along to see the car-crushing monster trucks and the motorcycle stunt displays. As well as this there are also trade stands, model shows and craft fairs to walk around and celebrity guests to keep everybody amused for the weekend.

This family event takes place in the south west of the country between the 3rd and 4th of July. If you want to book tickets for the show, then be sure to call the hotline number and reserve your place.

For those who camp on site in one of the family caravan, motorhome and tent areas, there is top evening entertainment planned. This event would be just perfect for motorhome hire as you could arrange for your accommodation to be delivered to the event and you can just turn up to enjoy your weekend.

So, for exciting entertainment for the whole family, hire a motorhome and get yourself down to Truckfest this July.

The Oulton Park Gold Cup

Saturday, June 26th, 2010

It is not too early to start to think about your plans over the August Bank Holiday weekend and if you really like your motorsport then we have the perfect event for you.

Held between Sunday the 29th and Monday the 30th of August at the Oulton Park circuit in Tarporley, Cheshire you can celebrate this traditional Gold Cup event in style by making a weekend of it.

The Gold Cup event is now almost fifty years old and is one of the region’s most loved motor racing gatherings for a wide range of classic sports cars, touring cars, single seaters, and racing cars.

If you want to be part of this grand occasion to enjoy the heyday of motorsport machinery then come along and see the variety of vehicle demonstrations, displays and parades for yourself.

When you book tickets for this event you needn’t worry about your accommodation either. The circuit provides on-site camping with dedicated toilet and shower facilities available to its spectators and there is also a designated family camping area, so you can be sure of peace and quiet at night.

Why not consider caravan rental for the duration of your holiday? You can even arrange to have it delivered to and collected from the event.

The best of mobile home hire

Thursday, June 24th, 2010

When you decide to rent an American 5th wheel trailer this really is the height of luxury and the optimum level for facilities while on the move. These mobile homes give you plenty of space and they can be towed easily by a pickup truck.

These American 5th wheel trailers are suitable for a number of different situations and while you are on site you can make use of the slide out panels providing even more space. These units can be delivered and collected to / from wherever you wish.

What situations would suit mobile home hire?

Holidays and long weekends – whether you are going away for a short break or longer holiday, these mobile homes are certainly an excellent choice. As well as this, they can also be used for hospitality events, exhibitions and trade shows, film location and TV work, or can work as a spacious mobile editing suite.

What is included within their specification?

In addition to the queen size bed, there is a wardrobe, overhead lockers, under bed storage facilities, cooker with oven and grill, fridge / freezer, microwave oven, flushing toilet plus mini bath with shower. In addition to these remarkable facilities you can also benefit from optional extras like an LCD TV with Freeview and a DVD player.

Enjoy the British Grand Prix to the full

Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010

The World Cup may still be in full flow and the tennis season reached full pitch when Wimbledon started yesterday, but the sporting event motor racing fans in this country can’t wait for is the Formula One Santander British Grand Prix. There is nothing to compare to actually being there for the big race.

If you have booked your tickets to this thrilling occasion of top speed racing then make sure you don’t forget your accommodation too. Between Friday the 9th and Sunday the 11th of July, Towcester, Northamptonshire is the place to be, and you can now choose to book a motorhome for the duration of the event.

There is a camping area near to the Silverstone circuit and three day ticket holders can stay for the weekend on this site. So arrange your luxurious motorhome hire today and you can benefit from the delivery and collection of the motorhome to / from the area where you will be staying. This saves you time and hassle in working out how you will get it there.

A motorhome is a great way to enjoy an event to the maximum as you can remain close to the action and sleep in comfort nearby.

The HSCC Historic Superprix at Brands Hatch

Sunday, June 20th, 2010

If you are more into your cars than your football, and more importantly love the thrill of high speed Formula 1 racing, then you will know all about the historic circuit known as Brands Hatch.

A top event featuring classic F1 cars is being held over the 3rd and 4th of July to celebrate 50 years of the Brands Hatch Grand Prix circuit, with a great proportion of the participants of that first race meeting will be there.

Racing fans are looking forward to the unmatched sound of classic racing at the HSCC Historic Superprix where it will be headlined by the FIA Historic Formula Championship, which will feature Grand Prix cars racing from 1966 through to 1985. Included in the race will be F1 vehicles once raced by the likes of Nigel Mansell and Gilles Villeneuve.

In addition to the main event, there will also be historic single seaters, saloon and sports cars in action as well as Formula 5000 and Formula 2 representatives for the Derek Bell Trophy. There is plenty more going on besides, so make sure you consider the F1 weekend of a lifetime by attending the HSCC Historic Superprix event.

One of the best ways to travel to this circuit and stay close to the action is through motorhome hire. You can even get the motorhome delivered to the venue and everything will be set up for you before you arrive.

The Best of England’s North Country

Friday, June 18th, 2010

If you are trying to come up with holiday ideas as to where your caravan rental could take you in England, then why not consider all the north has to offer? Here you will be able to find unrivalled scenery which includes beautiful lakes and mountains, long stretches of coastline and magnificent National Parks, plus much more.

When you hire your caravan you can take it where you like so you may wish to visit the Lake District for a few days and then travel on to the historic villages Yorkshire has to offer, while North East England has the famous World Heritage Site of Hadrian’s Wall.

There is so much choice available when you decide to travel in comfort and style with caravan rental as you can tailor the holiday according to yours and your family’s needs and stay where you like. This part of the country also has seaside resorts such as Blackpool along with cities packed with history, culture and plenty of attractions.

Booking a caravan online has never been easier and the summer promises to be a glorious one, so what better way to travel around England than in a caravan kitted out with all the latest equipment and amenities?

The biggest tennis tournament is just around the corner

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Wimbledon, the oldest tennis event in the world, is now just under a week away and so if you have tickets to this auspicious occasion then you will want to ensure that you have your accommodation sorted out in advance.

As you will probably know, if you have been to the Championships before, the traffic around the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club can get incredibly busy at this time of year. Most hotels will be charging extortionate prices to stay nearby, and so another good option may be to consider motorhome rental.

If you decide to book a motorhome, you can stay at one of the many camping sites around London and travel in each day on public transport, which is recommended by the organisers anyway.

The 2010 Wimbledon Championships promises to be another exciting event with the most edge of the seat epic men’s final witnessed last year, when Roger Federer won his sixth Wimbledon Men’s Singles title beating the American Andy Roddick.

If you have tickets for this prestigious tournament, taking place between the 21st of June and the 4th of July, then motorhome hire would be the ideal way to travel there in comfort and stay within an affordable form of accommodation.

Get behind the wheel of a top class supercar

Monday, June 14th, 2010

If you have ever wanted to drive a supercar such as a Ferrari, Aston Martin, Porsche, Lamborghini or Lotus you now can with the excellent driving experiences at the Thruxton Motorsport Centre.

To enjoy the thrill and excitement of driving one of these classy vehicles you can book online and ensure your place at the centre. If racing cars are more your thing, you can also choose to drive a Formula Renault round the track.

All you need is a full licence and to be wearing clothes that cover your arms and legs, as things like the helmet, race boots and gloves are already provided. You can also decide to bring someone with you to watch as spectators are always welcome, and are admitted free of charge.

Travel to the circuit is easily accessible from the M3 and M4 and is just under two hours from London and less than three hours from Birmingham.

When you decide to undertake the unforgettable experience of a lifetime you could choose to make a weekend of it in Hampshire and stay close to the circuit through caravan or motorhome hire.

There are plenty of options when staying in this form of flexible accommodation, and you can even arrange for the caravan/motorhome to be delivered to the place where you will be staying, and get it collected again at the end of your trip.

The essential music festival packing list (part 2)

Sunday, June 13th, 2010

In the last article we offered some advice on the sort of items you would not want to leave behind as well as some other accessories to take when going to a music festival in the UK.

With Glastonbury just around the corner, those looking to get the most from their campervan hire experience may want to bear the following points in mind:

When it comes to toiletries, you can plan for having water facilities available for the duration of your trip. Be sure to take soap, a towel, plus a toothbrush with toothpaste, any female or male specific items and toilet rolls.

You never know what the weather is going to be like at the festival so make sure you pack sun cream for the trip. It is also worth thinking what medications you might need.

Pack the clothes you think you’ll definitely wear, bearing in mind that if it does rain, you have the necessary waterproofs and wellies to hand. If the forecast is looking good, you can take shorts and t-shirts. Always take a bag to place your dirty clothing and footwear.

Some non-essential items you could take include; a radio to listen to any line-up changes or festival news, a mobile phone to keep in touch with people back home and a camera to capture the best acts.

Don’t forget your festival tickets plus any other form of personal ID you could need at some point, including your driving licence. Have your money and cards with you at all times.

Remember, if there is something you have forgotten, there is always the opportunity to purchase items from the many stalls at the festival. So, just go and have a great time!