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ADVICE CENTRE

Free talks throughout the weekend from leading guest speakers

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Advice Centre

Back again by popular demand after a highly successful first year! Whether you're a new van owner or still deciding on the right choice, join industry professionals for free talks that will guide you through the buying process and spark inspiration for your next van adventure.

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 | Highlands2Hammocks | Touring Scotland’s Best-kept Secret, The North East 250 Trip

    Winding through whisky country, coastal fishing villages, ancient castles and the majestic Cairngorm mountains, the NE250 is a route bursting with beauty, history, and adventure, yet still flies under the radar of most tourists. In this inspiring and image-filled talk, Campbell and Gemma will share hidden gems, top tips, and must-visit stops from their NE250 travel guide, along with stories from life on the road in their campervan.

  • 12:30 | Motorhome Matt & Peter Vaughan & Special Guest | Behind the Industry: What's Coming in 2027

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

    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 | Vanlife Eats | Eating Italy - Live Cooking Demo & Talk

    Join Vanlife Eats for a delicious live cooking demo inspired by the flavours of Italy. Discover how to create incredible Italian dishes from your campervan or campsite kitchen, with practical cooking tips, foodie inspiration, and easy recipes perfect for life on the road.

  • 14:30 | bFrank | Adventure Before Dementia: How to Stay Healthy and Keep Exploring

    Join bFrank for an inspiring talk on embracing adventure, staying active, and making the most of life on the road. Discover practical tips for maintaining your health and wellbeing while travelling, plus motivation to keep exploring, experiencing new places, and enjoying the freedom of motorhome and campervan life.

  • 15:30 | Touring with the Kids | Exploring Scandinavia & The Baltics

    Join Ric and Keira from Touring With The Kids as they share tales from their latest tour of nine different countries which they've managed to fit into 88 days to remain with the Schengen limit. (A restriction of non-EU/EEA nationals to staying for a maximum of 90 days within any rolling 180-day period).

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 | 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.

  • 12:30 | Motorhome Matt | Touring Europe in a Motorhome: Essential Updates for 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.

  • 13:30 | Highlands2Hammocks | Touring the NC500 in 2026: A Responsible Road Trip Guide

    Gemma and Campbell guide you through planning a tour of Scotland’s North Coast 500. Discover the best routes, attractions, and hidden gems along this stunning coastal drive, ensuring an unforgettable adventure.

  • 14:30 | Vanlife Eats & Life Beyond Bricks VS Fell Foodie & Motorhome Matt | Cook Off

    Enjoy a fun and friendly live cook-off as Vanlife Eats & Life Beyond Bricks take on Fell Foodie & Motorhome Matt.

    Watch as both teams create delicious campervan-friendly meals using practical techniques, clever ideas, and ingredients that are perfect for life on the road. Along the way, they'll share cooking tips, kitchen hacks, and plenty of laughs, proving that great food can be made in even the smallest of spaces.

    Come along, cheer on your favourite team, and discover new ideas to take away for your next adventure.

  • 15:30 | Trailer Lady (Fliss) | Motorhome Driving: Turn Anxiety into Adventure

    Bought a motorhome for freedom and adventure, only to find yourself worrying about driving it? You're not alone. 

    Whether you're new to motorhoming or have years of experience, driving a compact campervan or a large A-class motorhome, this talk is for you. Driving anxiety can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, experience, or vehicle size. By understanding it and learning how to manage it, you can build confidence, regain control, and get back to enjoying the freedom that motorhome travel is all about.

    Many motorhome owners experience anxiety about driving, whether it's tackling narrow roads, reversing, worrying about holding up traffic, meeting oncoming vehicles, parking in unfamiliar places, or simply getting used to the size of the vehicle.

    Join driving instructor and motorhomer Fliss Spink as she explores why these fears are so common and, more importantly, what you can do about them. Packed with practical advice, real-life examples, and confidence-building strategies, this session will help you feel more comfortable behind the wheel so you can spend less time worrying and more time enoying your adventures.

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 | Fell Foodie | From Rock Bottom to the Mountains: The Fell Foodie Story

    In this engaging and uplifting talk, Harrison Ward (Fell Foodie) shares his journey from struggling with mental health and addiction to building a new life in the outdoors. With humour, honesty and incredible stories, he explores the power of food, fresh air and new beginnings—plus why it’s never too late to start again.

  • 12:00 | Highlands2Hammocks | Scotlands Undiscovered South West

    Everyone knows the NC500. Far fewer know that Scotland has another 300 mile road trip waiting in its south west corner, and it might just be the most underrated drive in the country. Join Campbell and Gemma as they take you along the SW300, the loop that winds through Dumfries and Galloway and Ayrshire past empty white sand beaches, mysterious forgotten castles, dark sky parks, and harbour towns that feel a world away from the tourist crowds. From the artists' village of Kirkcudbright to the wild Galloway hills, this is the Scotland most visitors drive straight past. Expect honest stories from the road, the highlights you cannot miss, the hidden corners worth seeking out, and everything you need to plan your own adventure. Whether you travel by car, campervan, or motorhome, you will leave knowing exactly why the south west deserves a place on your list.

  • 13:00 | Touring with the Kids | Discovering Beauty on our Doorstep: Touring Britains Coastline

    Explore the magic of the UK’s coastline through the eyes of a full-time travel family! Join Touring With The Kids as they share stories and insights from their unforgettable adventures around Britain’s beaches, cliffs, seaside towns and hidden coastal gems.

    In this session they’ll talk about what makes Britain’s shores such a perfect playground for vanlife families — from scenic stops and wild camping spots to family-friendly activities, practical planning tips and making the most of every tide, view and sunset. Expect real-life experience, inspiring ideas and plenty of encouragement to get out and explore closer to home.

    Whether you’re planning your first coastal road trip or looking for fresh places to visit with kids in tow, this talk will leave you excited and ready to hit the road.

  • 14:00 | Motorhome Matt | Preparing your Motorhome for Winter

    Join Motorhome Matt as he shares expert advice on preparing your motorhome for the colder months. From protecting your water system and batteries to preventing damp, condensation, and frost damage, this informative session covers the essential steps to keep your vehicle in top condition throughout winter.

    Whether you're planning year-round adventures or storing your motorhome until spring, you'll leave with practical tips and maintenance advice to help protect your investment and ensure you're ready for the road when the next season arrives.

  • 15:00 | Motorhome Matt & Highlands2Hammocks | Motorhome Mishaps Revisited

    From rookie errors and mechanical mayhem to campsite fails and travel chaos, the Motorhome matt & Highlands2Hammocks share the mistakes they’ve made on the road - and what they learned along the way. 

Meet our speakers...

Our Advice Centre is renowned for having the best and most informal and entertaining guest speakers from throughout the industry, of all ages.

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Motorhome matt talking in the Advice centre

Motorhome Matt

Meet Motorhome Matt, the lively voice of the motorhome world and BBC Radio 5’s go-to motorhome guru! At the helm of several award-winning motorhome ventures, Matt brings the fun and facts of motorhomes to life. His podcast, the Motorhome Matt Podcast, is a rollicking ride through the ins and outs of motorhome adventures, peppered with honest advice and answers to those “too-embarrassed-to-ask” questions.

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Darran - Urban Motorhome

The Urban Motorhome

Darran, also known as “The Urban Motorhome,” is a UK-based full-time motorhome dweller and YouTuber from Essex. Living in his motorhome since April 2017, he primarily parks in urban areas such as streets and industrial estates. Darran shares his experiences, tips, and motorhome modifications through his YouTube channel and website, offering practical advice and insights into the van life.

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Highlands2Hammocks - Gemma & Campbell

Highlands2Hammocks

Gemma and Campbell, the dynamic duo behind Highlands2Hammocks, are renowned for their adventurous spirit and love for the great outdoors. Specialising in travel across the Scottish Highlands and other stunning locations, they provide insights into the best destinations, hiking trails, and camping spots. Their sessions are perfect for those looking to combine their motorhome travels with nature-filled adventures and breathtaking landscapes.

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Peter Vaughan

Peter Vaughan

One of the industry's most knowledgeable figures, thanks to his years of experience as Editor of What Motorhome and Road Test Editor of MMM. Peter is a pro when it comes to tips on buying vehicles and making sure you get it right!

Find out more
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Tom & Amy from bFrank

Creators of the health and lifestyle platform bFRANK, Tom and Amy focus on practical steps to support brain health and help prevent dementia. Formerly known as Van Monkeys, they now share wellness advice, fitness tips, and their own vanlife experiences to inspire healthier, more balanced living on the road.

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Vanlife Eats

Mark from Vanlife Eats is a passionate vanlife cook who has been instrumental in building a community around cooking in a campervan. His website, Vanlife Eats, showcases a variety of recipes and tips for cooking in a van, aiming to inspire and encourage sharing of van food creations.

Fliss the Trailer Lady

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Touring With The Kids

Touring with the Kids

Ric and Keira are the family behind Touring With The Kids, documenting life on the road with their three children in a self-converted expedition lorry. Having swapped the traditional 9-to-5 for full-time travel, they've explored the UK and Europe while sharing the realities of family touring, van life and home education with a large online community.

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Fell Foodie

Fell Foodie

Harrison Ward (Fell Foodie) is an outdoor cook, author and inspirational speaker from Cumbria. Known for creating restaurant-quality meals in remote locations using minimal equipment, he has built a large following through his unique blend of adventure, food and storytelling. Harrison shares his powerful journey of overcoming mental health challenges and addiction, using the outdoors as a catalyst for positive change.

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Life beyond bricks

Life Beyond Bricks

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