Staycations remain a popular choice for Brits as the cost of living crisis squeezes funds for travel, evidenced by soaring sales of motorhomes in the UK over the last few years.
These properties on wheels – complete with bathroom, bedroom and kitchen – are a cost-effective and flexible way to explore destinations on the doorstep. Discover the UK hotspots that should top your bucket list for motorhome holidays and how to prepare for your journeys.
Preparing for your trip
Before you set off, ensure you’re ready to hit the road. Planning ahead will make your travel a smooth one and you can avoid any hiccups along the way. Check your tyres, brakes and lights, top up with fuel and other fluids like screenwash and oil, and take out a motorhome insurance policy for financial protection and to meet legal driving requirements.
When you’re packing, consciously prepare for all eventualities. On top of your groceries, clothes and camping gear, make sure you have an emergency breakdown kit with a warning triangle, shovel, basic tools and a dry food and water supply. You should also have plenty of warm layers in case you’re caught in cold temperatures, a torch and a well-stocked first-aid kit.
If you’re travelling with children, make sure to pack plenty of entertainment for the long drive. Whether that’s handheld gaming consoles or boardgames, you’ll thank yourself for preparing them when they start to get restless. And don’t forget to plan regular stops along the way.
Top 4 holiday hotspots
Below, we’ve highlighted some of our favourite UK destinations for a motorhome holiday. With stunning views, coastal locations, and plenty of adventure to get stuck into, there’s something for everyone.
The Lake District, England
England’s largest national park is an awe-inspiring landscape of tall peaks, narrow valleys and vast glacial ribbon lakes which inspired its name. The Lake District is recognised by UNESCO for its unique geography and cultural importance, and tourists flock here each year from all over the world.
make your way around the region on well-maintained roads, stopping to explore the rural villages and larger lakeside towns with water sports like windsurfing and kayaking. Hiking and biking are immensely rewarding here – if you fancy a challenge, tackle the trail up Scafell Pike, England’s highest mountain.
Scottish Highlands, Scotland
More dramatic natural scenery awaits in the Scottish Highlands, the northern section of Scotland. This region is an enchanting landscape of lush hills, craggy cliffs, gleaming glens and proud castles shrouded in history and folklore. While the weather often leaves something to be desired, the scenery is nothing short of spectacular and local communities could not be more welcoming.
As you drive, you’ll move from open countryside vistas where red kites soar to remote beaches where seals and dolphins swim just offshore. The most popular route is the North Coast 500, a 500-mile circular route starting and finishing in the Highland’s capital, Inverness.
Pembrokeshire Coast, Wales
Appreciate seascapes with a contrasting character on a road trip along the staggeringly beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast in Wales. Azure water laps small golden coves and low-lying cliffs, uninterrupted by any urban areas thanks to its national park status, given in recognition of its geographical and environmental significance.
Begin at the top of the coastline in Saundersfoot, a quiet town with a beautiful bay next to Tenby with its colourful harbour and choice of cafés and restaurants. The route continues over 3-7 days depending on driving distances, leading you to spectacular viewpoints, world-class birdwatching spots and quiet beaches where you can stretch your legs or indulge in sea-based activities.
The Cotswolds
There’s nothing more magical than a trip to the Cotswolds. With lines of limestone cottage homes, you’ll feel like the main character of your very own fairytale. It’s brimming with stunning architecture and history here and you’ll never fall short with searching for a place to eat and drink.
Travelling by motorhome lets you explore the many villages, including Chipping Campden and Castle Combe, with the latter labelled as one of the prettiest villages in England.
You’ll be surprised by the amount of beauty the UK has to offer. From coastal destinations to scenic ones, you’ll be spoilt for choice for your next motorhome holiday.
