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ADVICE CENTRE & WORKSHOPS

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ADVICE CENTRE & WORKSHOPS

The Advice Centre & Workshop Area returns for 2026, bringing an exciting and interactive space to the show. With a full schedule of expert talks and live demonstrations, this theatre offers visitors the chance to learn from industry specialists covering a wide range of motorhome and campervan topics.

Get involved with hands-on workshops designed to build your confidence, develop new skills, and inspire your next adventure — all in a fun and engaging environment. It’s the perfect place for campers and enthusiasts looking to inform, entertain & inspire their weekend experience.

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 | Motorhome Matt & Fell Foodie | In Conversation

    Join Motorhome Matt and Fell Foodie for a relaxed chat about cooking incredible outdoor meals with minimal camping equipment. From hearty hilltop breakfasts to restaurant-style dishes, expect foodie inspiration, outdoor cooking tips, and stories from life and adventures on the road.

  • 12:30 | 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.

  • 13:30 | 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.

  • 14:30 | BlueFix Energy | Self Sufficient Electrical Systems

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

  • 15:30 | Robbie Roams | Northern Ireland – The UK’s Most Underrated Road Trip

    Often overshadowed by the Wild Atlantic Way, Northern Ireland’s Causeway Coastal Route is a spectacular road trip that deserves a place on every traveller’s bucket list. Join travel writer Robbie Roams as he reveals breathtaking locations, insider road-trip secrets, and practical tips to inspire your own unforgettable adventure by campervan or motorhome. Get ready to discover why this route is one you’ll want to experience again and again!

Saturday 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 | Camspite Finder (Jack Hart) | A practical workshop on finding the right campsite for YOU

    How can you find the best campsites in the UK? And how do you work out which destination is right for you? If you want a cheat code for discovering amazing campsites and touring parks, Jack Hart from Out & About Live has the answers.

  • 12:30 | 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.

  • 13:30 | Wandering Bird | 10 Unmissable Places to Visit in Europe in a Motorhome

    Join Wandering Bird for an inspiring journey through 10 unforgettable European destinations perfect for motorhome adventures. From scenic mountain roads to coastal escapes, discover must-visit locations, travel tips, and ideas for your next road trip.

  • 14:30 | Early Retirement Wanderlust | Winter Vanlife & Skiing in the French Alps: The Ultimate Cold-Season Adventure

    Join Early Retirement Wanderlust for an inspiring talk on winter vanlife in the French Alps. Discover the freedom of off-season touring, skiing adventures, cosy van living tips, and how to make the most of motorhome travel during the colder months.

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

    lanning 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 | 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.

  • 11:00 | Chris Wise | Scandinavia by Campervan

    Join Chris Wise as he shares the highlights of travelling through Scandinavia by campervan. From breathtaking fjords and wild camping spots to scenic drives and unforgettable experiences, discover why Northern Europe is the ultimate road trip adventure.

  • 12:00 | Motorhome Matt & Peter Vaughan | Behind the Industry: Then, Now & The Future of Motorhomes

    Join Motorhome Matt and legendary journalist Peter Vaughan for a special one-off conversation celebrating 60 years of MMM Magazine and a lifetime spent at the heart of the motorhome industry. Inspired by the classic “This Is Your Life” style, this entertaining and insightful session looks back on Peter’s remarkable career, which began in the industry at just 14 years old.

    Together they’ll explore how motorhomes, campervans, touring habits, and the industry itself have transformed over the past six decades, alongside personal stories, memorable moments, industry highs and lows, and plenty of humour from life on the road. The conversation will also look ahead to the future, as Peter shares his thoughts on where the industry could be heading over the next 10 years.

    A must-see session for anyone passionate about motorhomes, campervans, and the stories behind the industry we know today.

  • 13:00 | 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.

  • 14:00 | Motorhome Matt & Early Retirement Wanderlust | In Conversation: Why Less Is More...

    Join Motorhome Matt and Early Retirement Wanderlust for an inspiring conversation about simplifying life, embracing freedom, and discovering why less really can mean more. From downsizing to life on the road, hear their experiences, lessons learned, and the joys of living with less while exploring more.

  • 15:00 | The Van Club | Are our Travel Needs Changing?

    Join The Van Club for a thought-provoking discussion on how the way we travel is evolving. From changing lifestyles and touring habits to the rise of remote working, sustainability, and flexible adventures, discover what the future of motorhome and campervan travel could look like.

     

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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Peter Vaughan

Peter Vaughan (MMM TV)

One of the industry’s most knowledgeable figures, Peter is the Editor of What Motorhome and Road Test Editor of MMM magazine. Peter has a wealth of experience and have driven many a vehicle over the years!

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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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Wandering Bird

Once an air traffic controller, Kat quit her job in 2018 to travel Europe in a motorhome, and she’s never looked back. Several years on, the novelty still hasn’t worn off and Kat believes everyone can (& should) experience the incredible freedom of life 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.

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BlueFix Energy

Back in 2020, Mark had started selling and supporting Victron equipment to the van life community including Luke. Luke had done some super tidy installations and was getting noticed, most notably by Victron themselves! As Mark provided technical support to Luke, it was decided that they should work together and the rest is history!

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bFRANK

Tom and Amy have created their health and lifestyle platform to focus on practical steps to support brain health and help prevent dementia. Formerly known as Van Monkeys, they now share wellness advice and fitness tips.

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Early Retirement Wanderlust

Early Retirement Wanderlust is the YouTube travel project of Richard and Jackie, a couple who embraced early retirement to explore the UK and Europe by campervan. They share practical tips, inspiring routes, and honest insights from life on the road, helping others plan their own adventures with confidence. Their journeys celebrate slow travel on a budget, cultural discovery, and the freedom of exploring at your own pace.

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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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The Van Club

The Van Club is a community-driven travel club for motorhome, campervan, and van conversion enthusiasts who want to explore, camp, and connect without breaking the bank. Built around a shared love of adventure and the open road, The Van Club offers camping experiences alongside a welcoming network of like-minded travellers.

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Chris Wise

Chris Wise never imagined taking off around Europe in a campervan, but after travelling 20,000 miles across 20 countries on a £60-a-day budget, he became hooked on the lifestyle. From Scandinavia to the Balkans, he combined iconic sights with wild camping adventures and now shares his passion through The Campervan Channel on YouTube.

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