ADVICE CENTRE

Friday line-up

• 10:30 | Peter Vaughan | Motorhome & Campervan Buying Advice

  Peter will cover all the major points you need to consider when buying a vehicle, new or used. Whether you’re a first-timer or an experienced motorhomer looking for a change, this seminar is packed with information to help you choose the right model for your travels.

• 11:30 Wandering Bird | Touring France in a motorhome - Everything you need to know

  Planning a motorhome trip to France in 2026? Join Kat from Wandering Bird, one of the UK’s leading voices on European motorhome travel, as she shares everything you need to know before you go.

  From driving rules and paperwork to tolls, emissions zones, overnight stops and avoiding common mistakes, Kat covers the practical essentials — alongside real-world tips from years of touring France by motorhome.

  Whether it’s your first trip across the Channel or you’re a seasoned European tourer, this session will help you travel with confidence and make the most of your French adventure.

• 12:30 | Motorhome Matt & Peter Vaughan | Inside the industry - Trends for 2026

  What does the motorhome market really look like this year? And what should buyers be paying attention to now?

  Join two of the biggest names in the motorhome industry, with over 80 years’ combined experience for an insider look at the trends shaping the year ahead.

  With real-world insight from the showroom floor, discover what customers are asking for, which layouts and vehicle types are gaining momentum, how buying habits are changing, and where genuine value can be found.

  Combining expert analysis with hands-on dealer experience, this session offers a rare, honest look at the market from every angle — perfect whether you’re planning your next upgrade, considering your first motorhome, or simply want to understand where the industry is heading.

• 13:30 | Wandering Bird | New to motorhoming - your first year, what you need to know

  Just starting out? Kat shares the key things every new motorhomer should know—from trip planning and driving tips to campsite know-how and avoiding rookie errors.

• 14:30 | Vanlife Eats | Eating Italy Live - Cooking Demo & Talk

  Join Chef Mark for a captivating talk about his van journey from the Alpine border all the way to Sicily - eating his way through every region. From the Parmigiano factories of Emilia-Romagna and the ragù of Bologna, to the street food of Bari, the pizzas of Naples and the vibrant markets of Palermo. Stories, laughter, and the simple Italian principles that transformed the way Mark cooks on the road.

• 15:30 BlueFix Energy | Self sufficient electrical systems

  Learn how to make your motorhome electrically independent with the latest off-grid power solutions.

Saturday line-up

• 10:30 | Motorhome Matt | Motorhome & Campervan Buying Advice

  Matt will cover all the major points you need to consider when buying a vehicle, new or used. Whether you’re a first-timer or an experienced motorhomer looking for a change, this seminar is packed with information to help you choose the right model for your travels.

• 11:30 | Wandering Bird | Touring with dogs: UK & Europe

  Thinking about hitting the road with your four-legged friend? Join motorhome travel expert and dog owner Kat from Wandering Bird as she shares practical advice, essential planning tips, and real-life experiences of touring the UK and Europe with dogs. From pet passports and campsite choices to travelling safely and finding dog-friendly stopovers, this informative session will help you enjoy stress-free adventures with your canine companion. Perfect for anyone planning to tour with pets for the first time, or looking to make future trips even easier.

• 12:30 | Motorhome Matt | Campervan & Motorhome Accessories: What’s Worth It?

  The 'Cart of Chaos' returns. From solar panels to levelling ramps, Matt breaks down which accessories actually improve life on the road—and which are just extra weight. A no-nonsense, experience-led session to help you build a smart, functional setup.

• 13:30 | Life Beyond Bricks & Simone Stewart | The challenges & advantages of solo female travel

  Join Tash from Life Beyond Bricks and solo traveller Simone Stewart for an honest and inspiring conversation about life on the road as a solo female traveller. From building confidence and staying safe to embracing freedom, flexibility, and personal growth, they’ll share real experiences, practical advice, and the realities of travelling alone in a motorhome or campervan. Whether you’re already touring solo or considering your first independent adventure, this session will offer reassurance, inspiration, and plenty of useful tips.

• 14:30 | Urban Motorhome | Offgrid Camping - How to avoid 'the knock'

  From finding the right spots and staying off-grid, to managing waste, power, and avoiding the knock, Darran offers real-world advice for those wanting to escape the campsite circuit. With years of full-time vanlife experience and a no-nonsense approach, this talk is ideal for anyone looking to camp respectfully, confidently, and completely off-grid.

• 15:30 | Motorhome Matt & Wandering Bird | Changes to European Travel in 2026

  Planning a European motorhome trip? Matt & Kat share the latest updates for post-Brexit travel - covering insurance, documentation, and driving laws. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or heading abroad for the first time, this talk will get you road-ready.

Sunday line-up

• 10:00 | Motorhome Matt | Motorhome & Campervan Buying Advice

  Matt will cover all the major points you need to consider when buying a vehicle, new or used. Whether you’re a first-timer or an experienced motorhomer looking for a change, this seminar is packed with information to help you choose the right model for your travels.

• 11:00 Motorhome Matt | Touring Europe in a Motorhome: Essential Updates for 2026

  Planning a European motorhome trip? Matt shares the latest updates for post-Brexit travel—covering insurance, documentation, and driving laws. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or heading abroad for the first time, this talk will get you road-ready.

• 12:00 | Simone Stewart | From Lakes to Mountain Passes: Discovering the Dolomites

  Join solo traveller Simone Stewart as she shares the highs, lows, and unforgettable moments of touring the stunning Dolomites by motorhome and campervan. From turquoise lakes and dramatic mountain passes to hidden hikes and must-see stopovers, this session explores what it’s really like to road trip through one of Europe’s most talked-about destinations. Simone will cover route planning, campsite recommendations, travelling with dogs, local food, costs, weather challenges, and the realities of navigating this unique region. Packed with practical advice and personal experiences, this is a must-see talk for anyone considering a Dolomites adventure of their own.

• 13:00 | Life Beyond Bricks & Kim Anderson | In Conversation | Creating Your Own Version of Vanlife

  Join Tash from Life Beyond Bricks as she chats with full-time vanlifer Kim Anderson about building a lifestyle that works for you. Living in her self-built campervan alongside two dogs and a cat, Kim balances life on the road with running her flat as a successful Airbnb, proving you don’t have to give up everything to embrace vanlife. Together they’ll discuss solo female travel, remote working, designing a comfortable home on wheels, and challenging the social media myth that there’s only one “right” way to live the vanlife dream. An inspiring and honest session packed with practical insight for anyone curious about a more flexible way of living and travelling.

• 14:00 | Urban Motorhome & The Hills Explore | Accessories & Tech

  From solar panels to levelling ramps, Darran & Riki break down which accessories actually improve life on the road - and which are just extra weight. A no-nonsense, experience-led session to help you build a smart, functional setup.