There are people who like to enjoy a slightly more extreme adventure and living full-time in a motorhome or campervan during the winter is one such idea. My guest writer Tonisha Parra offers some tips.
You can do all sorts to ensure that you don’t face the brunt of the harsh winter weather this year, from travelling to a different location to simply making a few adjustments to your motorhome, along with even thinking about yourself and the clothes you wear.
Preparing your motorhome
There are a lot of little alterations you can do to your motorhome for the winter months. Frost damage is one of the biggest potential problems, as any damage done to your water system can be very expensive and often isn’t covered by warranties or insurance.
Of course, if you are living in your motorhome then ensuring your run the hot water regularly should protect your water system should the temperatures plummet.
Your motorhome is subject to condensation and mildew during the colder season. Exterior winter fridge vents can be of help and you could even move upholstery away from the walls of your motorhome to help prevent mildew. Keeping your motorhome well ventilated should also help with this.
If your motorhome is going to be parked up for a period of time, it is not advisable to leave your handbrake on for an extended amount of time because it could seize up. You could leave your motorhome in gear and use chocks to prevent movement.
Snow chains are a must during winter. Invest in some snow chains and practice putting them on so you are well prepared.
You may also want to invest in a snow shovel to keep inside your motorhome.
Prepare yourself for winter in a motorhome
Other things you can do to ensure you have an enjoyable winter in your motorhome is to travel south. Generally speaking, the more south you go the warmer the temperature can be. This can apply whether you are looking to stay in the UK or if you are open to travelling to Europe for the cold months.
In terms of what you can do inside your motorhome, there are a lot of little changes that could make a big difference collectively. Using a hot water bottle, adding an extra blanket over your sleeping bag and even using a rug on the floor will make your motorhome a lot cosier.
You can also make sure that you dress appropriately. Jumpers, hats, gloves and scarves are a necessity when you don’t have access to proper central heating like you do in your house.
An extra small change you make is the food you cook; it can be very easy to get run down when the weather is rubbish outside, so make sure you are eating a hearty and well-balanced diet.
If you fancy living in a motorhome or you are looking to buy a motorhome, get in touch with a leading motorhome company such as Premier Motorhomes.
* Thanks to Tonisha Parra for compiling this article.