Top Tips on How to Enjoy Winter Trips in Your Motorhome or Caravan
Don’t panic! There is no need to cancel plans due to the cold, frosty weather! With a bit of preparation, your caravan or motorhome can be ready for the road just like any other season. In this blog we have included a few tips that will make winter trips a breeze.
Booking the perfect place
Many sites remain open during winter, these can be found online. Both Uk Clubs – The Caravan & Motorhome Club and The Camping & Caravanning Club – allow you to specifically search using location and date range for your perfect trip away.
Gas
Propane (Red Calor Bottle) is a great winter gas as butane (Blue Calor Bottle) struggles to work efficiently below temperatures such as -2C, so propane is recommended as an efficient all year round gas.
Tyres
Preparing for driving in wet, icy or snowy conditions is a must when planning a winter trip. It might be time to consider fitting new winter tires before departing or checking your tyres to ensure they are road safe.
Battery Maintenance
Cold temperatures can affect battery performance. Ensure your battery is in good condition and fully charged before your trip.
Popular questions about winter trips:
Will condensation be an issue?
A good quality microfiber cloth can remove any condensation from the windows. You can also slightly open the windows of a morning, to remove any condensation.
Does anyone spend Christmas in their caravan or motorhome?
Of course! The Christmas period is an incredibly popular time of the year for a trip away in a caravan or motorhome, as many sites remain open for the festive season.
Will the caravan or motorhome toilet freeze?
Thetford states that correctly diluted loo chemicals can prevent toilet cassettes from freezing at temperatures as low as -20’C!
Visit Our Shop!
If you are planning to depart on your adventure soon make sure you stop by our Accessories Shop at Lostock Hall, Preston.
Get In Touch.
If you would like any support, please don’t hesitate to contact the Campbells Caravan Team.