Latest News and Reviews
All the latest News and Reviews from NHC-HQ. If you are thinking of renting a camper van or motorhome from us, have rented one or even own one, here you’ll find a selection of articles all related to life on the road. From product news, campsite reviews and the latest happenings at New Horizon Campers, it’s all here. Grab yourself a brew and have a browse, we welcome your thoughts, comments and ideas on any areas you’d like to see in here. Also, if you have a story you’d like to share following a trip let us know and we would be more than happy to feature it in this section.
Brexit and driving in Europe
In around six months from now the UK will leave Europe. A no deal could have possible ramification on driving in Europe. One of the biggest benefits currently we have as being part of Europe is the "Green Card" free circulation area. This means that 3rd party...
Dubs Int’ Dales 2018 Report
We drove up to the Dubs Int' Dales 2018 VW show on the Camphill estate, Bedale, North Yorkshire. This is the 7th year the show has been in existence and took place over the weekend of 28th to 30th September. The camping field set-up is excellent and well marked up...
Five Star Camping in Scotland
The Camping and Caravanning Club's Culzean Castle club site in Ayrshire has been awarded the first ever five star award by VisitScotland. The site has 90 pitches and is just a short walk from the lovely 18th century castle and grounds. The award is based on...
Booking you camper van rental is going to get easier.
We have some exciting news here at New Horizons Campers. During October we will be updating out booking system. This will mean a much improved booking process for all our customers who are booking through our website. Checking availability of our campers, ordering...
Getting to Manchester from Australia or New Zealand just got easier.
If you are travelling from Australia or New Zealand and looking to hire a camper van whilst you are here have you considered the benefits of flying into Manchester. Qatar airways have announced further increases to their flight schedules from Doha to Manchester which...
Ever wondered why there are so many VW Transporters about…
Over 500,000 VW T6 models have been produced already since its launch three years ago. In total since the series began in 1956 there has been over 8.8 million transporters produced. Production of the transporter is carried out at VW's Hannover and Poznan plants....
No more overnight parking on Hayling Island
There has been a provision in place for the last few years now for camper vans to stay overnight at the Beachlands West Beach Car Park on Hayling Island. However, following a review by Havant Borough Council it was decided to cease the overnight parking provision at...
For the posh camper in us…
Campsites aren't what they used to be. Remember the draughty old shower blocks and toilets. Cold running water. We do and these weren't places where you wanted to hang around in for long. Over the years us campers have started to get rather choosy about where we carry...
The best and worst service stations in England
Following a study by the independent watchdog "Transport Focus" involving 9600 visitors being questioned at 111 service stations throughout England in relation to food, drink, cleanliness and friendliness of staff the best and worst service stations have been...
M60 Smart Motorway Complete
Well after what must be four years the M60 Smart Motorway has been declared open. The smart motorway runs from Junction 8 at Sale, round by the Trafford Centre to Junction 20 on the M62 at Rochdale. If you are renting a camper from us and heading towards The Lakes or...