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Eco Campervans – From CampervanCo

Eco Campervan with windmill

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We are really excited to announce that in June 2023, Carefree Campers signed a partnership with Eco Camper manufacturers CampervanCo. This relationship enables us to bring custom-built EV electric, hybrid and high-quality petrol campervans to our forecourt in Apsley. Working with CampervanCo will enable us to offer custom-built eco-friendly campervans across a range of vehicles…. View Article

Campervan Hire – Devon Guide

Devonshire Scones

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Ask most people about their memories of camping in Devon and they will say, beautiful beach and coves, scrumpy bought from the farm, and cream teas with scones! But if you haven’t been to Devon before, or need convincing to put jam on your scone before cream, then please read on. From Exmoor to Dartmoor,… View Article

Campervan Conversion – Sabbatical from Work

Campervan parked by the beach

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When Janine and Jo hired a campervan from us they had dreams of campervan holidays during a work Sabbatical. Their plan was to get a campervan converted so they could explore the UK and Europe with their dog. But first, they wanted to try a campervan before they bought one to find out if they… View Article

Campervan Hire – Cornwall Guide

Campervan Hire Cornwall Dog Beach

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Pastys, beaches, and surfers! Cornwall is a beautiful part of the UK and a mecca for surfers. We have some gnarly waves up and down the country but Cornwall won’t involve a plunge into the north sea! So hire a van from us and go on your dream surfer holiday today! Cornwall is home to… View Article

Campervan Hire – Hertfordshire Guide

harry potter studio tour

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Based on the fact our Campervan Hire is in Hertfordshire, we get asked a lot for ideas of things to do and places to stay locally. In this article, we will suggest a few of our favorite campsites in Hertfordshire. And suggest a few places to visit. Hertfordshire is a big country spanning 634.366 square miles… View Article

Campervan Hire – Peak District Guide

Hayfield Valley

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If you are looking for a Campervan trip with beautiful hills, cosy country pubs, and social history, try The Peak District. But before you read this article, I have a confession to make. The Peak District is one of my favorite places to go walking. It is also a regular destination for our campervans when… View Article

Campervan Hire – Snowdonia Guide

Mountain called Cadair Idris with a view from the top

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If you ask most people about a mountain they want to walk in Wales, they will say Snowdon, or Yr Wyddfa as it is officially known. It’s the highest (1,085m), and it’s got a cafe on top and a railway to take you up and down. If you don’t fancy the walk! However, because it’s so… View Article

Wine Tour – Campervan Holiday

Edi the campervan park in Vineyard

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Campervans are great for exploring and as a result are ideal for a wine tour that investigates small local vineyards. In 2018 the UK produced 5.9m bottles of wine, and some of the best wine is produced in Kent. With several vineyards also providing on-site camping we asked some excited explorers to investigate a Campervan… View Article

Campervan Hire – Corfe Castle Guide

Corfe Castle through the trees

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Corfe Castle is the stuff of legends and the perfect place for a campervan trip. The castle was built in the 11th Century by William the Conqueror. The Castle has been used as a Castle, Prison, and family home. Situated on top of a hill to aid its defenses it is surrounded by Corfe village… View Article

Climbing – Campervan Holidays

Having a break on from cliff climbing in the Alpes

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Have you ever fancied trying your hand at rock climbing, but were unsure where to start? As you can see from our selfies above, we love a rock climbing trip in a campervan. But if you haven’t tried climbing before, you might be unsure how to get started, and keep yourselves safe! We have therefore… View Article

Campervan Hire – The Lake District Guide

Campervan Hire Lake District

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October is a great time for a campervan trip to the Lake District. The autumn colours are on show, it’s still reasonably warm, and there aren’t as many tourists. Unfortunately, because it’s such a beautiful part of the world, the Lakes get millions of tourists every year. The Lake District is therefore a great place… View Article

Campervan Hire – London Guide

Campervan hire London Westminster

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Campervan Hire London Campervan holidays in London may be one of the best ways you can see the city! London was the third most visited city in the world after Paris and Bangkok in 2022. There will be things to see there that will make your experience unique to you. And one of the best… View Article

Cycling Campervan Holiday

Cyclist on Mountain Bike Trail looking over a hillside forest

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One of the best activities to do on a Campervan holiday is to go cycling. There are some 16,575 miles of cycle paths within the UK National Cycle Network to enjoy. In fact, you can ride from Scotland to Cornwall without ever leaving the safety of a cycle path! You may have tried cycling through… View Article

Campervan Hire – Isle of Portland Guide

Campervan Hire Isle of portland at night

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Earlier this year we went camping in Portland in one of our campervans. The Isle of Portland is famous for its beautiful light-coloured stone and its breathtaking coastline. You will find Portland stone all over the country and even in parts of Europe. The stone was used to rebuild London after the great fire, and… View Article

Hill Walking Campervan Holiday

Campervan Hire North Wales Walking up Bannau Sir Gaer

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At Carefree Campers, we love hill walking and campervans. In fact, most of the pictures on this site are of us walking in the hills and mountains with friends. According to the Ramblers Association, 9.1 million adults in England enjoy walking recreationally each year. However, if you haven’t climbed a mountain before, or read a map… View Article

Campervan Hire – South Wales Guide

Campervan Hire Wales at Rhossili beach in the sunshine

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South Wales is a cracking destination to hire a Campervan for a holiday. It has a stunning coastline with a mix of long sandy beaches and small smugglers’ coves. Indeed, Rhossilli Bay is so good that it is considered to be in the top 10 best beaches in the world! Many of the beaches… View Article

Surfing Campervan Holiday

Riding a wave on Rhossili beach

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Surfing has long been associated with campervans, BBQs on the beach, and flip-flops. The split-screen camper with a surfboard on the roof is an iconic image for so many of us! However, surfing has only really taken off as an activity in the UK in the past 20 years. With access to a decent wet… View Article

Campervan Hire – The New Forest Guide

Campervan Hire New Forest Donkeys in the road

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Despite its name, the wooded parkland of the New Forest is a very old and well-established area of natural beauty. It has been a popular place to live, work and relax for hundreds of years. The Forest was first proclaimed a Royal Forest in about 1079 by William the Conqueror. It was, however, only given… View Article

Campervan Hire – North Wales Guide

Campervan Hire Wales Bannau Sir Gaer

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The reason so many people hire a campervan to go to north Wales is the mountains and the scenery. On a nice day, it is simply stunning. The mountains are higher and sharper in north Wales, so the valleys are deeper and the villages feel more enclosed. You can’t beat a night in a Welsh… View Article

Campervan Hire – Scotland NC 500 Guide

Campervan Hire Scotland Beach near Durness on NC500 tour in Scotland

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Hiring a campervan to drive around Scotland is a very popular. This is because Scotland has some of the most beautiful scenery and mountains in the world. And the North Coast road, known as the NC500, drives around it all. I fell in love with Scotland and the people on a walking trip in a… View Article