“Can you still do the NC500 in winter — and is anything actually open?” It’s a question we hear regularly from campervan and motorhome owners considering a trip outside the main touring season. Yes, you can — but knowing where you can stay, eat and stop along the way makes all the difference. Some businesses close for the season, while others continue welcoming visitors, giving you places to park up, enjoy a hot meal and make the most of the route’s quieter months. Starting i

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Looking for somewhere different to spend the night on your next Scottish road trip? The Scottish Canals motorhome stopover scheme offers designated overnight parking beside some of Scotland’s waterways, with stays from £10 per night. All the stops in this guide, along with their information, are on The Campervan Bible app. Here’s where you can stay, what it costs and what you need to know before arriving. What is the Scottish Canals stopover scheme? The scheme provides overni

Planning a North Wales road trip? Gwynedd’s Arosfan scheme is one to add to your map, with designated overnight stops that make exploring by motorhome a little easier. You’ll find all four stops and their information on The Campervan Bible app. Here’s what to know before you go. What is the Gwynedd Arosfan scheme? Run by Cyngor Gwynedd, Arosfan provides overnight motorhome bays within walking distance of towns and key destinations. Think continental-style aires: somewhere for

What does a “free” pub stopover mean? Pub stopover costs regularly generate discussion, particularly around whether a stay is “free” when visitors are expected to buy food or drinks. The traditional arrangement was simple: campervan and motorhome owners had somewhere to stay overnight, while pubs gained customers. With no separate parking charge, the stay was commonly described as free. Different pubs, different arrangements Today, pub stopovers operate in several different w

Planning a visit to one of the NEC's motorhome, caravan or camping shows? Whether you're heading to the popular October Motorhome & Caravan Show or the February Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show, finding somewhere suitable to stay overnight is an important part of planning your visit. Did you know you can actually stay overnight at the NEC itself during certain events? There's an official temporary campsite available during selected shows, along with a range of nearby pub sto

Forest walks, fresh air and a night beneath Northumberland’s dark skies — Kielder offers a memorable way to spend a night in your campervan or motorhome. Forestry England allows overnight stays in designated Kielder Forest car parks, giving self-contained travellers a simple base for exploring the area without booking a full campsite pitch. All the stops listed below, along with their information, are on The Campervan Bible app. What is the scheme? These are authorised overni

A waterside walk, countryside views and somewhere to spend the night in your van — Northumbrian Water’s overnight parking options offer a great way to explore the North East at a slower pace. Selected reservoir car parks welcome overnight visitors, giving campervan and motorhome travellers an alternative to a full campsite stay. From Northumberland to Teesdale and North Yorkshire, there are several locations to build into your next adventure. You can find all the stops covere

Fancy spending a night surrounded by Scottish woodland, with a forest walk waiting outside your door the next morning? Forestry and Land Scotland’s Stay the Night scheme gives campervan and motorhome owners the opportunity to park overnight at selected forest car parks across Scotland. From Galloway Forest Park to the Highlands, the scheme offers a straightforward way to include a forest stopover in your travels. Before heading off, there are a few things to know about eligib

A little preparation before the first frost can save a lot of trouble when your next adventure comes around. Whether you are parking up until spring or heading out between cold spells, winterising your motorhome or campervan helps protect it from freezing water, damp and the effects of standing unused. Drain the Water System Emptying the fresh water tank is only part of the job. Water can remain in pipes, taps, the shower, filters and the water heater, where freezing can dama