New To Motorhomes Part 4 - Arriving At A Campsite

[@chrissyann65]

Thank you once again for these videos for us newbies! 👍

[@anpj2006]

Once again Bob shows us newbies how it should be done. Thank you Bob.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

You are welcome

[@gogotour4037]

Bob, these tutorial videos are invaluable. I've never owned a motorhome or caravan but I'm seriously considering buying a motorhome. These do's and don'ts are a massive help. Thanks.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Great to hear!

[@Doubleoseven502]

Bob gave me the confidence to hire a motorhome. His tips were brilliant as it can be a wee bit intimidating if your not used to it. There is definitely an art to using a site, etiquette etc.

[@gereshomeE]

DID you get your motorhome? ☺

[@fryerk65]

Brilliant - so useful for me as a newbie. Picking up my first motorhome in a couple of weeks and must admit the most nervous bit for me is going to be going onto a campsite for the very first time - this has answered a lot of questions I didn't even know I needed to ask!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@greginnocent438]

Great video Bob. These films are invaluable to someone who is new to motor homing. When I got my first van a couple of years ago , I had no clue about anything! Then I discovered Bob! I confidently drove to my first Caravan and Motorhome site and pitched up with ease! These video's should be compulsory viewing with new van sales for those who require them. Brilliant and keep them coming Bob!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you very much!

[@stuartgallagher8337]

We are caravaners thinking of getting a motorhome and found this introduction very helpful indeed. So thanks Bob.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@WaggiesTravels]

You are without doubt Mr Motorhome Bob, for the first timer you are making things easy to understand. Keep up the excellent work.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks Rich.

[@yiy3429]

I have never gone camping in a motorhome before and I'm thinking of doing one in two months. And here I happen to be watching your New To Motorhomes series. Your videos have really helped me a lot. Awesome videos. Thank you so much.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

That's great to hear, enjoy your trips.

[@dafydddavies9256]

Well done Bob, makes the steep learning curve for new owners of a campervan like me much less daunting. Much appreciated.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

You're welcome.

[@andrewholloway231]

Invaluable advice. Have never owned a motorhome so this has been a huge help.

[@gereshomeE]

I am so THANKFUL that you made these videos, Bob. I am SO excited and nervous at the same time! I keep going back to WATCH them again!! ☺

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

You are so welcome

[@alexmansuroglu]

Honestly these videos are both so informative and captivating…I would genuinely love to see you on Daytime TV…phenomenal

[@davldrobson572]

Muchly appreciated videos I pick my first ever motorhome up next Thursday evening and we going away Friday morning for the weekend I have purchased a fair bit already probably overdone it We will certainly learn along our journey, first trip played it safe fully serviced pitch You describe your content in detail and well structured that I thank you for

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you, have fun in your first motorhome.

[@2452mitch]

Thanks buddy this has helped me as a newby 👍🏻👌🏻

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Great

[@VLJ72]

Very useful, Thanks Bob 😊

[@juliehobbs7584]

New to motorhoming this is big help thank you . First venture tomorrow

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Enjoy yourselves!

[@johnwilliamson3190]

Very good information for some one new to motorhome . We have been caravanning for about 30 year . Just started with a motorhome so very helpful has we have got the same motorhome has you . Thanks for the help Bob .

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

You're welcome

[@mccartney2]

"simply the best" informative and clear videos.... bravo Sir Bob

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you kindly!

[@ianofsjkartwork]

Well explained to show how its done...stay safe.....thanks for sharing

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks, you too!

[@helenspicer4246]

Huge help bob and Jenny....bought my motor home recently and have avoided booking a campsite obviously not able to either for the last 3 months but also because I didn’t want to look stupid not knowing how it all works.....thank you so much. To a new owner these are invaluable. Xx

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you, glad it helped.

[@alistaircartwright4485]

Thank you Bob. Currently a caravan owner looking to switch to a MH. Your videos are very informative .

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks, glad they help.

[@steveharding9365]

Bob, you are an absolute star. considerably older we have camping history going back 60 years and like you and Jennie we are now MH ers. During lockdown we have spent many hours watching and re- watching your vlogs. SO the latest re run has been the Fiamma Privacy room ,from one who is generally very even tempered ,except where hosepipes and awnings are concerned , I congratulate you on your stoicism and amazing good humour when erecting this instrument of torture. If we ever cross on our travels I would be delighted to buy both you and Jennie a large beer. happy Vanning Steve and Pauline

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you very much. That privacy room certainly tried my stoicism.

[@Sam-ch9mn]

Although I’ve caravanned for decades, your videos are really useful as my wife and I add a motorhome to our stable in two weeks time. Your advice and tips are brilliant as I find I’m still feeling like a complete novice. Thank you and keep them coming... please!

[@williamchanning9055]

I wish I had been able to view such a useful introduction on 'how to do' when using your motorhome/campervan for the first few times - this should be on every newbies must watch list. Thanks Bob

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@barryharper5358]

Thanks Bob. I find your how to videos very informative - with just the right amount of information.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad to hear it!

[@janicebradbeer9874]

Thanks Bob! Needed a refresh because not used motorhome in an age!!! Looking forward to the day when we can get back out on the road!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jacquelinetaylor8683]

Very good video for people who are considering Motorhoming. As usual very comprehensive.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad you think so!

[@Dallycrest.]

Your video will help me loads. Just brought my first motorhome. I need to learn so much

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad I could help

[@Dallycrest.]

@@BobEarnshawMoHo we pick ours up Friday. So excited.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Excellent, have a great time.

[@patrickclifford2223]

Thanks Bob. Just bought our first motorhome here in NZ. Your videos are so helpful. Thanks heaps!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Congratulations, a great country to have a motorhome, have fun!

[@lukeowenray]

Great Video Bob a lot of people will learn a lot from these instruction series Wish I had them when we first went out. Thanks for All the hard work.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks 👍

[@penguinpeter6912]

Thanks Bob, You are the man for all new motorhome owners.i really enjoy your content 👍👍👍👍❤️ Cheers Anthony 🍺

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you kindly

[@Doubleoseven502]

Brilliant! Great advice. Love all your tips. Really useful because it can be a bit bewildering when you are new to it all and also a wee bit intimidating when you go to a site when your a novice. The moving off list is inspired.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Great to hear!

[@paulhooton3682]

Very helpful to a newcomer like me - thanks very much

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

You are welcome.

[@jenfranklin1118]

Thanks Bob! We’ve just bought our first Motorhome and are getting ready to pick it up in a few days! Your videos are so helpful :)

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you very much!

[@jasonward6723]

excellent series of videos learnt so much from your channel, so thankyou BOB the motorhome master! lol take care guys

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks for watching

[@mgroarke]

Thanks for the video. We are getting our first motorhome in a weeks time. We are total novices. Your videos have really helped us. Thank you!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks, that's great to hear.

[@romneymarsh]

Thank you Bob & Jenny for these great videos, Jan and I will be collecting our first motorhome on the 25th of this month. We have been looking for a number of months and your videos have been so helpful. Though our motorhome is 8 years old I'm sure it will give us many happy years in her. After looking at many different layouts we found that what worked best for us was the autosleeper burford duo. At least after watching all your videos I have some idea of visiting a site though I will probably still make myself look silly and a total novice. Thank you again and we always look forward to watching your new videos

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad you found them useful

[@louisesmith4370]

Hi there you three,another really invaluable video with really good practical tips a really good reference video..take care xx

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@garrywalker117]

Thanks Bob, great vid.

[@busterboy7505]

Thanks again Bob, some great tips there, check list great idea, 👍👍.

[@MrToastietone]

Hi Bob, my wife and I have decided to buy a motorhome and aim to purchase one in the spring of 2021. I'm currently doing as much research into the pro's and con's of owning one and also picking up as much knowledge as we can in readiness for the big moment when we spend a shed load of money to get one. I have watched many of your (and Jenny's) video's and I have found them extremely informative. Every one I have watched has taught me something I didn't know before. I just simply want to say 'thank you both' for taking the time and making the effort to teach 'newbies' like my wife and I such a lot and give us the confidence and inspiration to forge ahead with our plan to own a motorhome. You now have an additional subscriber.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you for your kind words, glad I've been of help.

[@pablozorro3507]

Excellent tips especially for newbies like me. Thanks Bob

[@richardtrainor65]

We finally have a cast iron collection date for our first motorhome next month,so these guides are invaluable,already purchased a taylor made and colapz waste pipes on the back of watching you and Jenny.Thanks both of you

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you. Enjoy your new Motorhome.

[@FergusNCasey]

Bob, thanks again for a very informative and helpful video.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

You're welcome

[@julianfester3104]

As a newbie motorhomer, your videos are really useful

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad you like them!

[@davidmeadowcroft7626]

Great video Bob. Easy to follow, plain common sense.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks

[@philhumphrisvwadventures]

Great video Bob. I love this series. It's a great help. Thanks again

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Very welcome

[@adrianpipe3323]

Revisiting these new to Motorhome videos now, having finally taken the plunge and bought one! I've been absorbing all these over the last couple of years so hopefully I should be ok with the basics thanks to these excellent videos. I am now watching through to see how long water hose I need, I'm sure its within this goldmine of useful videos somewhere. These things you don't really think of at first!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

You'll find some details on my blog under essential accessories. I think I thought a 10m hose was long enough, but not if you're on a serviced pitch.

[@adrianpipe3323]

Thanks Bob, I shall take a look. My fear is looking silly at a service point attempting to get the hose to the tank and being 5 inches short! The one I bought doesn’t have anything with it so need to kit out with ramps, electricity cable etc. so it’s ready to go. The essential accessories one will be really handy to look back on, thanks.

[@jasondodson4200]

I am new to Motorhoming Bob, we bought our first one (Hobby Optima T70f) in December 2020 and haven't had a chance to use it yet, your videos have proved to be a fantastic help and I am so glad that I found your pages. Thank you for showing and explaining things so calmly and patiently, you are helping to get me through lockdown.

[@bobcole85]

Thank you Bob for this series, we have just purchased our first MH which we collect next week and found your information most useful and I have to say excellent clear presentation.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you very much.

[@steveallen4589]

This is just brilliant! We pick up our new motorhome on Tuesday and my wife and I have learnt so much watching your videos especially this one. Thank you very much. We also have a Westie called Bonnie so should be fun to take her too!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you!

[@63melvyn]

Great video lots of help thank you

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad it helped

[@Robertonnz]

A brilliant video Bob. Really well paced and explained. Thanks a lot

[@davecooke914]

Bob video really helpful were not getting are motor home till nx year but video was great at things need to get things to do many thanks safe travels 👍

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks

[@BobbyBobbyBoy26]

Another great video Bob. I’m setting out for the first time next month and this video has reassured me no end. Thank you. Happy travels.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks, you too!

[@tonygymer8212]

We are about to embark on our Motorhome journey, with the help of your experience and knowledge we have equipped ourself with all the necessary must haves. Thank you for your guidance, and looking forward to July 4

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Great to hear!

[@antoinettecastle4739]

Brilliant thanks Bob :)

[@juliehowarth9565]

Thank you Bob. Very useful.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rickc322]

Another cracking video. Thanks Bob.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks again!

[@rogerlathbury9860]

Well done Bob. Another usual video, take care and stay safe

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you!

[@thomaswatt1658]

Another great vlog bob.very informative.if i could add one thing,when you have emptied your toilet is to put some water in when adding your chemicals.not too long until we can get out.im off to moffat on the 15th for a couple of nights.then bunree then new england bay.cant wait.all the best

[@adrianpipe3323]

Thanks Bob. This has been a great series so far, and so useful for us newbies. Its just the sort of thing I spent hours hunting for in the lead up to when we first hired for a two week tour around Scotland, where we stayed everywhere ranging from a quite wild camp in a forest to a serviced pitch at Englethwaite Hall. Simple, sensible and useful advice was really hard to find and this series ticks every box. Thanks very much!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you very much!

[@susanmillward7294]

Any insurance & breakdown cover suggestion please at the mo caravan guard but found out today they dont do home start so the AA sorted it

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

We are with Safeguard but I never recommend insurance companies until I know what they are like when you need them. I've never made a claim with them.

[@paulbell3723]

Excellent advice. Thanks for the info.

[@cornishblue2595]

Thanks for these videos Bob - have really got us as ready as we'll ever be for first MH adventure tomorrow.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Have fun!

[@MrLeighroybrown79]

Great video Bob. About to go on our first Motorhome trip in two weeks. All the things I was stressing about explained really well in less than 20 mins. Many thanks.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JimRYoung]

Thanks Bob... our first ever mh we pick up on 8th July 2020...so helpful, Jim n Sue...l

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you, exciting times!

[@davidlee9024]

Many thanks planning a Motor Home trip to the UK from NZ, subject to Covid-19 in 2022? Your advise is very valuable.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks!

[@bigalb1913]

Very informative, Bob - I had a motorhome for 5 years ( I'd like to get another one soon!) and even I picked up several pointers from your video. For newbies, I'm sure it would be a great help. Well done.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you

[@neilswalwell1070]

Very Informative as always, well done. 😊

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jamesflynn8930]

Thanks Bob.

[@johnmarshall7362]

Learnt a lot from that Bob , thank you !

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad to hear it!

[@banntheman7925]

GOT ALL THIS TO LEARN AGAIN BOB THANKS AGAIN

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Yes, it's going to be different.

[@goeurope3653]

Thanks for this series Bob. Went to start our van for the first time since lockdown and couldn’t due to a flat starter battery. Fortunately I watched the first in the series so I knew exactly where the battery was on Fiat based vans. Without the vid I’d still be looking!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad it was useful!

[@thatsreality5673]

These videos are great for newbies Bob another video idea for you what not to do when motorhoming

[@HereWeTow]

Not long until you’re back out now, thanks for another informative vlog Bob and Jenny 😊

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks, twelve days. Not that I'm counting....

[@fionapitts4047]

Bob videos are great, so helpful!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks

[@martingeordie]

Great video Bob, I'm looking forward to seeing you all out and about on your travels again. 👍

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

More to come!

[@HitchUpAndTow]

Great video, we forget there are newbie's out there, this will help them a lot. 👍

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad you think so!

[@gallivantinggalantes]

Hi Bob, another very informative video, so helpful. I bet it took some time getting all the footage together, fantastic job xx

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks, yes it took a bit of work.

[@iannewton9622]

Bob your a legend

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you ☺️ 👍

[@jjensen4096]

Useful, thanks Bob! :)

[@suejones2071]

Thanks Bob, really useful

[@alioconnor4269]

Thanks Bob, this is great x

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad you like it.

[@kevinhughes9801]

Another great video thank you

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@johnhall4917]

Loving these videos, Bob. Thank you for the time and effort in making them.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Glad you like them!

[@paulwadey2648]

Hi Bob , Mrs Bob and Poppy Bob . Good informative videos to the potential newbie amongst us , is there a ball park figure on pitch costs ( I know I know how long is a piece of string ) but could you give a guide and any hidden extras ie would the leccy be included in the price .

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

It varies by site by season, by number of people, by type of pitch, so that said, expect to pay up to £35 a night in peak season at Caravan and Motorhome Club Sites, or as little as £15 for limited facility sites. There are no hidden extras on club sites, electricity is included and dogs are free.

[@G.J..Journeys]

Great review of Strathclyde Country Park, thanks for showing us around Bob.👍

[@katienorthenmore1892]

hello, thank you for that video, you explained it well and calmly very helpful. . we are new to this, so still searching for information all the time. ! when you get to a campsite and plug in the hook up. what do you have to do inside the motorhome to make it safe? switches and things.? we have a Peugeot Starspirit. many thanks.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thought I'd covered it all in the video! Ideally you should switch off at the power supply unit in the motorhome before plugging the cable in. Make sure no appliances are switched before switching it on.

[@katienorthenmore1892]

Thank you really appreciate that help. I will watch again..may be I did miss it. Good videos. 😀

[@kevandrews6418]

Nice one bob good info for new beginner's will help them a lot as it would have been harder if there wasn't people like yourself on KZbin to help out .kev

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks, what did we do to find out things before KZbin? 😁

[@kevandrews6418]

Learn the hard way from Stratch going into the unknown as if I was starting out now I would be prepared .kev

[@lonanman]

Great video as ever Bob, you should have added, when filling Aqua Roll Men of a certain age must “cross their legs”

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Great point!

[@rogerdorsett3753]

Hi could you tell me do the various club site books show if there are us stops and pubs shops nearby as would be useful if not towing a car thanks 😊

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

The club website information often says if bus stops are nearby. I prefer to go out in the Motorhome though, as you have everything with you. The reception can advise where bus stops are.

[@rogerdorsett3753]

Many thanks

[@teresatimms1358]

Another really informative vlog, Thank you so much for these, we have been caravanning for 30 years, but some things are going to be different for us with a motorhome. Pleased to see you pointing out the 5MPH limit on CMC sites, sadly we have witnessed too many people not observing this, including some wardens doing a lot more than that on the Gaitiors and jumping over the speed humps, and even going the wrong way on a one way system! Not a good example. Keep up the good work, looking forward to seeing you, Jenny and Poppy on your first post lockdown adventure. Take care.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

thank you

[@yvonne..]

Another excellent video Bob👍 Very useful for anyone that hasn't been on cmc or c&cc site before (like me.) I joined both in January so haven't had a chance to yet.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Good, glad you found it useful.

[@robbie757]

Hi, can you tell me what the average cost of a service pitch per night is and the approx cost for electric please. maybe a weekly example for a service pitch with electric. Thank you

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

No I can't give you an average price. Best thing to do is have a look at the Caravan and Motorhome Club Website, or watch my Arriving At videos. See www.caravanclub.co.uk/ It varies depending on the number of people, time of year, day of the week. Electricity is included on club sites.

[@jrhunt78]

Bob / Jenny, we’re in our early 40s and picking up our first motorhome in early September (Bailey Autograph 81-6) - beyond excited. Just to say a massive thanks to both you and Jenny for the education. I now really feel that out first test outing booked for September should be a bit more of a breeze. Keep the videos coming - learning every day. Best wishes!!!

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thank you very much, we started Motorhome in our 40's too! A beautiful motorhome!

[@timjames2055]

Just the video I was looking for. Nice one.

[@stephenprickett7584]

Brilliant thank you Bob for the series so far. I feel like a pro MH owner without ever driving one at least not for a few months yet.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Here's hoping you get your motorhome soon!

[@peterlowe838]

Great videos,very helpful. I'm new to motorhomeing and thinking of buying a Niesman Bischoff which has a sewage tank rather than cassette, will this be a problem on British campsites; presumably I will have to park near to the chemical waste point, as possible and run a pipe over and hope my inbuilt pump has enough push? am I correct or have I got this completely wrong and most sites have a sewage drain you can park over? thanks for your help

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Edit: is it the new Thetford inDus system which uses treated grey water. If it is, then a drive over grate can be used.

[@chrissey663]

Thanks for another great video to add to the brilliant collection Bob, question 1 we haven't got a satellite dish is it still possible to take our sky box and watch via a cable? Question 2 how much grey waste pipe would you recommend? Thanks again 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿👍

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Yes, if the site has a Satellite Dish feed like we had at Somers Wood. Feed the cable supply into your sky box and connect a TV up. Colapz do a kit of 4 or 8. I bought 4 and two extra, but it probably makes more sense to get 8.

[@chrissey663]

@@BobEarnshawMoHo yes think I'll get 8, great news on the sky bit too (well I never knew that) thank you very much for getting back to me, much appreciated 😇 your a saint