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@glyn829
@glyn829 6 күн бұрын
Nice review guys 👌
@glyn829
@glyn829 7 күн бұрын
Very interesting guys nice van review 👍
@glyn829
@glyn829 7 күн бұрын
Luckily it all turned out ok in the end 👍 and nice to meet you both Glyn and Carol
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 7 күн бұрын
All in the name of making KZbin content 🤣🤣🤣 .
@johnwalker6710
@johnwalker6710 Ай бұрын
Hi Alan good to see you both back again did you get fixed up with another job ? You need to get away more if possible that site at bedale looks good all the best for now
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners Ай бұрын
I did John. Thanks for asking and a fabulous position I've got too. I'm now working as the Maintenance Manager at the Sunderland Hilton Hotel. Its a strange year as we haven't booked so many trips in advance. We'll be doing a review of Pheasants Wood soon as we're back there with friends in a weeks time. All the best John. 👍
@jarrodashton5923
@jarrodashton5923 Ай бұрын
Hi Guys Firstly it’s wonderful that you are back , I hope that things have got better for your both. We are now 6 months into to owning our Brindisi after watching your reviews and like you we love it , we had the Avtex WiFi fitted to ours . ? For you , we were on a site in Cheshire over the weekend and it was the first time with this van on a fully serviced pitch , I have a long hose / pump that you can just plug into the side of your van so no barrels , I’ve heard people say that you should still use a barrel to avoid flooding , what do you do on serviced pitches?
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners Ай бұрын
Thanks, yes we're both good. Now this is a very good question because when we bought the Elddis we bought the genuine Whale watermaster mains water connection kit to replace the float in a barrel solution but we've never opened the packet. There's 2 reasons. The 1st is habit but the 2nd like you is fear of flooding that people go on about but theres a big BUT. We've not known of come into contact with anyone who has been flooded as a result if using one. Thats got me thinking because next weekend we're on a pitch with a water tap and the barrel float for the other method has sprung a leak. So having read on the blurb that the unit is suitable to 8 bar and its brand new, i'm going to use it. We have a whale inlet and its a genuine whale part. Watch this space. 👍👍
@jarrodashton5923
@jarrodashton5923 Ай бұрын
@@Coffeevaners we used it last weekend and it made life so much easier
@andrewtreweek254
@andrewtreweek254 Ай бұрын
Glad to hear your first years experience is a good one. We have a pegasus grande bologna, so similar layout and love it. We have had the van two and a half years now and towed it 8,000 miles across some very bumpy roads and we have had no problems, with the exception of the two blinds to side windows in the lounge coming loose. Soon fixed though.
@colinrimmer789
@colinrimmer789 Ай бұрын
Ally and Alan thanks for the update great to hear your loving your van. 😁👍
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners Ай бұрын
Thanks Colin. This caravan is gonna be in family a long time we think. It has that new caravan appeal every time we open the door. 👍
@hairywol
@hairywol Ай бұрын
You're right to say a good dealer makes all the difference. We have the same van a year older which came with so many faults its too many to list. Basically every screw in every blind had been stripped at assembly, which I fixed myself with better screws, along with cupboards, shelves and a cutlery drawer installed at a crazy angle. Rock bottom was 1st service and a damp rating of 99%!!!! Fortunately our dealer, Teesside Caravans, found it was was a poorly installed hatch, took the van for 3 weeks, dried everything out and renewed flooring, and we sailed through the 2nd service recently plus everything I fixed has stayed fixed. Since we got it we've been to Scotland, Wales, France, Spain and Portugal as well as many short breaks locally, so it's working for its keep. Now it's settled down we love it and intend to keep it for a good many years. One thing I would recommend is the fitting of Al-Ko shock absorbers, which improves towing greatly and, frankly, should be standard at this size and price point. But a little quality control by Bailey wouldn't come amiss.
@ttxela
@ttxela Ай бұрын
Great to hear it's all going well with the van 👍
@stewartmacpherson3230
@stewartmacpherson3230 Ай бұрын
Great. Thanks I can now fix my dodgy blind
@robswiseways5697
@robswiseways5697 Ай бұрын
Hello Ally and Alan, Great news to hear you’ve hardly experienced any problems with your wonderful caravan. Wish we had room to store a Pegasus Grande. Saying that our 2013 Bailey Olympus has caused us very little grief over the past 11 years. Hope you have many happy adventures in your home from home 👍. Take care, Rob & Gail 😀
@normanmytton3956
@normanmytton3956 Ай бұрын
Thanks for the mention, and for your true opinion of the caravan. Also would just like to say thanks again for the information you gave us on preparing the van for the road. Hopefully see you both soon so we can have another fantastic weekend and good laugh, you made the weekend 👍👍
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners Ай бұрын
I can taste the beer already 🤣🤣
@normanmytton3956
@normanmytton3956 Ай бұрын
@@Coffeevaners I really enjoyed the ones you dropped off to us, can’t wait to sample more in Masham 👍👍 see you soon 🍻
@mostyn03
@mostyn03 Ай бұрын
Always enjoy your videos, keep up the great work.
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners Ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. Really appreciate the support 👊👍
@Dusty2feathers
@Dusty2feathers Ай бұрын
Good advice. How long do you leave your battery before charging
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners Ай бұрын
We've never had a battery off to charge. The solar keeps it topped up and we mix it up with EHU sites so it charges whilst plugged in. 👍
@davidcurtiswatts2378
@davidcurtiswatts2378 2 ай бұрын
You need a tripod.
@patsherwood9460
@patsherwood9460 2 ай бұрын
Hi to you both. Have watched a few of your vlogs and found them really helpful. We are thinking of going to this site later this year and judging by your lovely accent you are also from the North East like us. It's a long way to tow a van so wondering if you managed it with one stop off ?? Also was there any public transport near the site ? Thanks again Pat x
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 2 ай бұрын
Good question. On the way down from Durham I drove over night stopping on the M42 services and Michael Wood services to grab an hours nap. OK but not ideal. I'd suggest from the North East overnight at Somers Wood, Birmingham to make the journey better. We stayed here on the way back and it was a perfect half way stop. The site on Dartmoor is second to none. Just beautiful BUT.... it is remote. No buses and nearest pub - The Post Inn with lovely food about a mile away with not the best walking route. If you go to the pub ask for 'R' to give you the local info. and grab a pint of the local Jail ale. Very friendly pub. We toured Dorset, Devon and Cornwall from the site. A lovely base to sight see from or to just enjoy a tranquil break.
@patsherwood9460
@patsherwood9460 2 ай бұрын
That's great thanks for your quick reply. Somers wood sounds like a good plan for a stop off. P.S We also think Dumfries and Galloway is a hidden gem
@robgrayson
@robgrayson 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for this. I have the exact problem except that I'm not aware of how the ring got threaded - I certainly didn't knowingly turn the burner. Anyway, new part ordered and hopefully that will be problem solved.
@littlebigvanadventures
@littlebigvanadventures 2 ай бұрын
Thanks - very helpful video 😁
@paulandsarahcaravanlife
@paulandsarahcaravanlife 2 ай бұрын
Hi Ally and Alan hope you're both well. Wow looks like a lovely site. Have a grast time. Paul and Sarah
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 2 ай бұрын
Was a canny Easter Break. Roll on end of May for the next one. Have you both got anything booked Paul
@paulandsarahcaravanlife
@paulandsarahcaravanlife 2 ай бұрын
@Coffeevaners yes we are booked to go away this bank holiday coming. Then, the following bank hols, then in August, we are off to Sidmouth in Dorset
@vicdunni
@vicdunni 2 ай бұрын
We love the Laurels, Sally and Neil the owners are fab , it’s local to us but we still go there. They had an amazing ABBA night last August was absolutely fantastic! The munch box food is great, we have stayed on the CL and lakeside like both . You did a fab video of the site xx
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for that comment 👍. Really appreciated. I know it's a bit more money but next time we go we want a pitch on the top match lake. It's just a fantastic pitch layout. 😍
@seancairns4947
@seancairns4947 2 ай бұрын
Hi what caravan did you have in this video cheers
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 2 ай бұрын
This was our gorgeous little 2021 Elddis Avante 454 Sherwood dealer special. The only 2 berth caravan available with a transverse island bed.
@GrahamFretwell
@GrahamFretwell 2 ай бұрын
I too have a bailey Brindisi 02022, do you have the jockey wheel under the A frame or at the side of the A frame when in the raised position. I have had issues with the wheel rubbing against the brake mechanism. Thank you. Graham
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 2 ай бұрын
I've tried it all ways, facing front and back inside and out and to be honest none appear to be right so I've settled for outside with wheel facing towards the car. Don't know if that's best but it seems best to me.
@GrahamFretwell
@GrahamFretwell 2 ай бұрын
@@Coffeevaners thanks for the info.
@robswiseways5697
@robswiseways5697 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tour Alan and Ally, nice looking site 👍. Been on their website and noticed they have fully serviced pitches so made a note for future reference. Best regards, Rob & Gail 😀
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 2 ай бұрын
It's a fantastic site, really friendly and very well maintained. A bit more expensive on the main site but we didn't book Easter till late January so only had CL pitches available. Hope you're both keeping well.
@vicdunni
@vicdunni 2 ай бұрын
It’s a fantastic site Rob and I’m sure you would find some good walks from there x
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 2 ай бұрын
@vicdunni if you're not already subscribed, Rob and Gail have a fantastic KZbin channel and have some fantastic site reviews. @robswiseways5697
@vicdunni
@vicdunni 2 ай бұрын
@@Coffeevaners yes we are thanks, one of our favourites as are you xx
@robswiseways5697
@robswiseways5697 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the mention Alan and to Vicki 👍
@dawgy6674
@dawgy6674 3 ай бұрын
How did you get the blind off?..
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 3 ай бұрын
Just clip off the caps in the corners and remove the 4 screws. The blinds are hung at the top so lift the blind up and out to remove. Hope that helps 👍
@paulhunt1836
@paulhunt1836 3 ай бұрын
We do the same then spray cadac cleaner on an leave for 2 mins the wipes off lovely an Clean
@schofield4836
@schofield4836 3 ай бұрын
Went for a look around this morning and had standoffish reception with a scowl “ where have you parked?”. No greeting, just a brochure thrown at us when asked if there was a map of site. Was told grumpily to “look in there” when I asked the tariff. Asked if we could look around, “ as long as you don’t infringe on anyone” came the reply. Unfriendly. Cafe closed “due to unforeseen circumstances”, toilets closed for cleaning and no entry for some people to toilets on different plots. V v quiet, plots not private or separated with hedging at all , and close together, too scared to cough. Rules everywhere. Not for us at all, made to feel a nuisance. Looked clean though but grotty elson points
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 3 ай бұрын
Not good. A very different experience to what we got. 🤔
@irenarobh6058
@irenarobh6058 3 ай бұрын
DO you know the vango sonoma ll 250 porch door,im wondering how big it is as yours is i think bigger than the porch door one?..great vid 😀
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 3 ай бұрын
The door on ours zips full width of the front and is the whole panel so no separate door within the panel. We've only used it once as we prefer that small porch area.
@qamaramira2374
@qamaramira2374 4 ай бұрын
A brilliant clear explanation - thank you so much!
@mrdansibly3210
@mrdansibly3210 4 ай бұрын
This is a brilliant site. I can’t believe it’s only £20 night. We’re now considering stopping here. How far do you think the pub is - walking distance?
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 4 ай бұрын
Just had a quick look on Google maps. It's down hill to Coldingham village and just over 1 mile but the downside is that there's no footpath and since its a straight road traffic speed is pretty high so we didn't risk walking although when we were there a lass with her dog did walk it. Worth going just for the fish and chips in Eyemouth and the views.
@mrdansibly3210
@mrdansibly3210 4 ай бұрын
This looks like a great site and a brilliant review too!
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 4 ай бұрын
Don't tell anyone. 🤣🤣 They've just got some new animals according to the Facebook page the kids would love. Not too far either Dan. Plenty of space for Buster to find a place to dump too 🤣🤣
@mrdansibly3210
@mrdansibly3210 4 ай бұрын
@@Coffeevaners ah you’re right my kids would love that. Hahaha you know Buster…he enjoys a poo 💩😂
@Julieandysaceventures
@Julieandysaceventures 5 ай бұрын
Great looking site, will add to our list of sites to visit, and its not far for us just being the other side of the Humber Bridge. Thanks for showing us around Julie & Andy 😊
@Coffeevaners
@Coffeevaners 5 ай бұрын
If you like quick getaways, it's worth joining their Facebook group as they post late availability. It is a lovely site 😊