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Motorhome Essential Guides

Motorhome Hire Tips and Tricks

Motorhome Hire Tips and Tricks

Your Guide to a Stress-Free Adventure

Embarking on a motorhome adventure is a fantastic way to explore the great outdoors, from the stunning landscapes of the Lake District to the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or a first-timer, motorhome hire offers the freedom to roam wherever the road takes you. To help you make the most of your trip, we’ve compiled some essential tips and tricks for a smooth and enjoyable journey.

Hire Nightly Discount

Less cost per night, the more nights you add

Hire a motorhome with Taste of Freedom and get more for less — book for 4 nights or more and enjoy a reduced nightly rate increasing with the more nights you add, giving you the freedom to explore without the full cost of shorter hires. It’s our way of rewarding longer getaways and making motorhome travel more affordable. Whether you’re planning a UK road trip or an extended family adventure, this discount helps you stretch your budget further (motorhome extras are excluded)

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Setting up at a campsite

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Best campsites for Motorhomes

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Motorhome Inventory

We like to make sure our motorhomes are fully kitted out with everything you need.

You can also hire motorhome extras from us….see motorhome extras

Living space:

  • Vehicle manual
  • TV & remote
  • Coat hangers (if van has a wardrobe) and window airer
  • Mattress protectors

Bathroom:

  • Loo roll
  • Hand towel and shower mat
  • Pink toilet spray

Kitchen:

  • Microwave and microwave bowl (not in Trekka’s or Carrerra)
  • Cutlery and various utensils
  • Kitchen roll and bin liners
  • Washing up liquid and antibacterial wipes
  • Dishcloth and pan scrub
  • Washing up bowl (depending on van size)
  • Tea towel and oven glove
  • Foil and cling film
  • Crockery, mugs and glasses
  • Pans, baking tray
  • Grill pan (not in Trekka’s)
  • Chopping board or over-sink board
  • Toaster, electric kettle and gas kettle


Cab & Boot:

  • Dustpan and brush
  • Toilet blue tablets
  • Warning triangle, torch and high viz
  • Fuses and bulb kit
  • First aid kit and UK map
  • Water hose, waste pipe and electric hook up
  • Tyre inflator
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Shoe tray
  • Levelling blocks and grip tracks

Please note: cooking options vary and none of the following have microwaves.

Trekka S
– Hob Only
Trekka X – Hob & Oven
Carrera 132 –  Hob & Oven