We've just got back from our first camp trip, I have 3 boys & I wouldn't be without my EHU! Especially for our fan heater, the difference between outside & inside the tent in the evening was amazing! And I actually left it on its highest setting all night - and that was with fleece PJs, a fleece over them, hot water bottle, sleeping bag & 3 blankets! Oh, and fleece mattress protector & laminate floor underlay & a blanket underneath the airbed!!
My biggest problem of the trip was getting it all in the car which was a nightmare & one I must solve before our next trip. We have a roofbox & vacuum packed all the bedding, but still the kids were so cramped in the back (mind you, they did have 2 dogs in with them as well & they won't be coming on the next trip :-)
HTH
Sam
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June - Swiss Farm, Henley
July: Heathland Beach, Suffolk
July: Clippesby, Norfolk
August: Lincoln Farm Park, Oxfordshire
August: Trevella Park, Newquay
Thanks again everyone for all the friendly replies!
I'm beginning to worry about space now, lol! We have a zafira, and have to use 6 seats, so the 7th can be folded down. We're hoping to get a rooftop box or a trailer in time, but for now, we have neither!
We've booked the EHU, so have to get the lead. I've bought an LED light which can be attached like a ceiling light.
You know what, it may be cramped in the car, but I'm really looking forward to it, well not being cramped exactly, but I'm looking forward to the whole experience!!!
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Rhian, wife, mother to 4 daughters, and now a caravan owner
2017
Riverside Caravan Park, Aberystwyth
Au Lac de Biscarrosse
2016
Stowfords, Devon
Trefalun Park, Tenby
Le Logis Du Brueil
Quote: Originally posted by 4princesses on 11/4/2011
Oh, and in the special instructions, I put 'first time campers' maybe they'll take pity on us and help - or perhaps just watch and laugh
Oops...that was a bad move. You'll get the pitch in the corner under the trees with all the tree roots sticking through and puddles of standing water that they can't push off onto anyone else
In all seriousness if you don't like any pitch you are given at any campsite don't be afraid to ask them for another one. Most campsites will oblige if they can.
Eek! I didn't think of that, I do hope you're joking!!!!
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Rhian, wife, mother to 4 daughters, and now a caravan owner
2017
Riverside Caravan Park, Aberystwyth
Au Lac de Biscarrosse
2016
Stowfords, Devon
Trefalun Park, Tenby
Le Logis Du Brueil
A day of all things motorhome and campervan. The show is held both in the main indoor arena and across the grounds. Catering, hot drinks and food options are available. Easy access to the site and free parking included. Win one of five pairs of day tickets
Topic: New to camping
