Driving Horizons - Campervan & Travel
A Campervan & UK Travel Podcast. Offering Tips, Tricks, and Reviews on all things VanLife. Stories from our trips. Talks about Gear and even the odd review. Covering things such as Camping Gear, Repairs, Cooking, and General UK Travel. Join me as I ramble away, usually weekly, sometimes monthly!! Please feel free to subscribe to be kept up to date, and why not get in touch with any travel tips or ideas of places to visit.
Episodes
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Join me as I share all the highs — and a few unexpected lows — from my recent stay at Cofton Holidays, one of the South West's most talked-about holiday parks. From peaceful countryside vibes and well-kept facilities to a few standout moments that genuinely impressed me, Cofton had a lot going for it. Whether you're looking for a relaxing family escape or just some quality time in nature, there’s a l...
In this episode of Driving Horizons, I take you with me to the heart of the New Forest, where I spend a night at Red Shoot Campsite—a site that's not only surrounded by natural beauty but also happens to be right next to a cracking countryside pub. Yes, you actually drive through the pub car park to reach your pitch!
Join me as I share my full experience, from the scenic (and sometimes narrow!) drive-in, to settling into a neat and...
Ready to combine your love for campervan adventures, scenic UK travel, and the charm of a traditional British pub?
In this episode of our UK travel podcast, Driving Horizons, we’re revealing 10 incredible campsites with pubs right next door — perfect for campers, hikers, and pub lovers alike.
Whether you're exploring the countryside in your campervan, trekking the UK’s best hiking trails, or just chasing that perfect pint after a l...
🚐 Devon Road Trip: Exploring Dartmoor National Park, Exmouth, Salcombe, and Dartmouth—plus, where to find the best cream tea and seaside fish & chips!
🦁 Longleat Stay: Camping near the famous safari park, a drive through the monkey enclosure (fingers crossed for the van!), and exploring nearby Warminster & Bath.
🌊 Jurassic Coast Adventure: Continuing the journey west from Durdle Door, with coastal hikes, fossil hunti...
After over two years away, I’m back behind the mic! In this episode, I talk about why I stepped away, what’s changed, and why I decided to give this podcast another shot.
🔹 What You'll Hear in This Episode:
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Why I originally stopped podcasting
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What’s changed in the past two years
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What to expect moving forward
💬 Join the Conversation: I want to hear from you! What topics interest you? What would you like to see ...
The New Forest is a great place to explore, whether it be on foot, on bike, or visiting all the local villages to explore.
There are lots of great campsites, and in this episode, I have gone through a few of our favourites, and also a few on our wish list.
From ones with facilities, to ones with not as many, but allowing fires, there should be a campsite among these few to suit all needs.
In this episode, I spend some time discussing what is coming up on the show over the next few weeks, and I drop in a recording of this week's news story.
This weeks news story includes a new Sat Nav / GPS from Garmin. I also chat about a ruling that affects insurance companies, and how they price things, and finally, I talk about a story where the DVLA are perhaps not being as clear as they could, and should be.
In the second...
Welcome to this week's episode, where I chat about some news articles that have caught my eye. In addition, I run through all the Camping & Motorhome shows for 2023.
News Articles include Facts and figures from the October NEC show, a 200k motorhome, and the MMM Motorhome and Campervans of the year awards.
Camping, Caravan and Motorhome Shows are back for 2023, and so far I have found 14 shows happening between January a...
Have you bit overwhelmed by the different types of portable camping toilets? What are the different types? How do they work? Where do you empty them?
If you are new to camping, or you are just shopping for a new camping toilet, then this is the podcast for you. This show won't tell you which of the portable toilets is best for you personally, but it will help explain what options there are out there.
Firstly though, do you e...
It is October, and Winter is fast approaching. That doesn't mean the camping has to stop though!
We regularly get away in the Winter months and have visited quite a few campsites. These on this list include sites that are great for families, great for city visits, and also if you want a bit of luxury.
Campsites included are:
- Freshwater Beach: Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4PT
- Cofton Holidays: Near Da...
Have you ever left a campsite halfway through your stay because it wasn't for you? In this episode, I talk about how we did this for the first time ever! We also embarked on our toughest hike to date, but we loved every minute of it!
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Links to my content : www.drivinghorizons.com www.youtube.com/@drivinghorizons Social: @...In this episode, I take you on a trip up Snowdown, the highest mountain in Wales, at an elevation of 1,085 metres above sea level, and the highest point in the British Isles outside the Scottish Highlands.
We also visit Anglesey, along with a trip to Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch. Yes, that is the correct name. I have not just fallen asleep on the keyboard!!
Enjoy, and don't forget to leave a com...
In today's show, I talk about the start of our Summer 2022 Wales trip, and our journey from Berkshire, to North Wales via Shropshire.
We make it to Snowdonia National Park, before settling into our first Welsh Campsite, Bryn Gloch.
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Links to my content : www.drivinghorizons.com www.youtube.com/@drivinghorizons Social: @...In today's Episode, I quickly announce my return after a bit of an unintentional summer break, and let you know what is coming up over the next few weeks!
Thanks for sticking with me!!
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Links to my content : www.drivinghorizons.com www.youtube.com/@drivinghorizons Social: @drivinghorizonsIn this week's show, I talk about my Summer 2022 travel plans and what we are getting up to over the next couple of months.
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Links to my content : www.drivinghorizons.com www.youtube.com/@drivinghorizons Social: @drivinghorizonsCamping is all about the outdoors, and what better way to enjoy the outdoors, than taking in an awe-inspiring hike, or a gentle stroll.
In this week's podcast, I go through 5 campsites with walks or hikes straight from your pitch. The walks range from challenging to easy strolls, so there is something for everyone.
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Link...Welcome to this week's show, when I recap our fabulous trip to Devon and Cornwall. We stay at two great campsites, hike a gorge, and take a short boat trip to a pretty village where we find a monster crab!!
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Links to my content : www.drivinghorizons.com www.youtube.com/@drivinghorizons Social: @drivinghorizonsWelcome to this week's show. I discuss the possibility of Wild Camping (with consent) coming to England and there was also a poll where Britains Top 30 Dream Camping Locations are revealled.
See below for more information, plus links to the relevant website and news articles.
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Wild With ConsentIn this week's show, I talk about our impromptu visit to the Southern Motorhome and Camping Show to hunt for a new awning, and also some news stories that have caught my eye.
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Links to my content : www.drivinghorizons.com www.youtube.com/@drivinghorizons Social: @drivinghorizonsWelcome to this week's episode I share some industry news, including Forestry and Land Scotland Stay The Night initiative plus a change for the people at Cool Camping.
If you fancy booking via Cool Camping, why not use this code RICHARDC7FD23C. This gives you a £10 credit, and I get a little bit of a bonus which always helps support the show:
Finally, we share some travel plans for another 2 counties in our #20in2022 chal...
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