ADVICE CENTRE

Friday line-up

• 10:30 | Peter Vaughan | Motorhomes/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 | Vanlife Eats | Eating my way through Italy - Cooking demo & talk

  Join travelling chef Mark from Vanlife Eats as he cooks a classic rustico from Lecce, one of southern Italy’s most loved street foods. Inspired by his Italian foodie road trip, Vanlife Eats Eating My Way Through Italy, Mark shares the stories, traditions, and everyday food culture he discovered while travelling and cooking his way through Italy.

• 13:30 | bFrank | Adventure Before Dementia - How to Stay Healthy and Keep Exploring

  Life on the road gives you freedom, but only when your brain and body allows it. In this talk, we will explore the foundations of health that help you stay strong, sharp and adventurous for years to come. From making better food choices in small kitchens and avoiding ultra-processed foods, to keeping your body moving, your brain healthy and your sleep in sync with natural day-night rhythms, this talk will give you simple, practical tools you can use wherever you park up. 

• 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 | Chris Wise | Albania and the Balkans by Campervan

  Ready for a daringly different road trip in your campervan? Join Chris Wise as he shares his experience of touring Albania and The Balkans - one of the most spectacular and budget-friendly tourist destinations in Europe.

  Discover breathtaking mountain roads; secluded beaches, stunning coastlines, wilderness 'wild camping' locations and rather quirky campsites! Packed with practical travel tips and honest advice on what to expect, this talk will inspire you to embark on an unforgettable adventure through what's still a largely undiscovered part of Europe.

Saturday line-up

• 10:30 | Peter Vaughan | Motorhomes/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 | New to motorhoming - Your first year of motorhoming, 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.

• 12:30 | Motorhome Matt & Wandering Bird | Touring Europe in a Motorhome - 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.

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

  A fresh, sustainable take on exploring Scotland’s iconic North Coast 500. Gemma & Campbell share updated insights and practical tips for travelling this breathtaking route responsibly, ensuring minimal environmental impact while maximising your enjoyment. 

• 14:30 | 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. 🌊🚐✨

• 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 | Peter Vaughan | Motorhomes/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 | 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).

   

• 12:00 | Motorhome Matt | Peter Vaughan | Special Guests | Inside The Industry: Motorhome trends for 2026

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

• 13:00 | Highlands2Hammocks | Scotland's 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.

• 14:00 | Wandering Bird | Touring France in a Motorhome, what you need to know in 2026

  Planning a motorhome trip to France in 2026? Join Kat, 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.

• 15:00 | Motorhome Matt | Highlands2Hammocks | Wandering Bird - Motorhome Mishaps

  From rookie errors and mechanical mayhem to campsite fails and travel chaos, our guests each share the mistakes they’ve made on the road - and what they learned along the way.