Our Guide to Motorhoming
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Read MorePlanning a motorhome trip around Scotland is exciting — dramatic scenery, quiet lochs, and the freedom to stop wherever takes your fancy.
However, if it’s your first motorhome adventure, it’s easy to forget a few small things that make a big difference once you’re on the road.
Scottish weather is famously unpredictable. Even in summer you might get sunshine, wind, and rain all in one afternoon.
Bring:
Layering is key — mornings and evenings can feel chilly even after a warm day.
This is one of the most commonly forgotten items. A small torch is incredibly useful when:
A head torch is even better as it keeps your hands free.
If you’re heading to the Highlands, west coast, or lochs in spring/summer, midgies are part of the experience. They’re harmless but very annoying.
Bring:
Your future self will thank you.
Our motorhomes come with the basics — but travellers often forget the small extras that make cooking easier.
Things worth packing:
Our motorhomes already include cutlery, crockery, cookware, and utensils, so you don’t need to worry about bringing those.
You’ll probably spend more time outside than you expect.
We supply camping chairs but useful extras you may want to pack
Some travellers end up spending entire evenings outside enjoying the view.
Technology can make your trip smoother — especially in remote areas.
Don’t forget:
Mobile signal can be patchy in the Highlands, so offline navigation is extremely helpful.
A few small items that experienced motorhome travellers always pack:
They take almost no space but are surprisingly useful.
If you’re hiring one of our motorhomes, many essentials are already taken care of.
For example, we provide:
That means you can pack lighter and start enjoying the trip straight away.
Top tip: Pack in soft bags rather than suitcases — they’re much easier to store inside a motorhome.
Discover how weather, season, heating and everyday usage affect battery life, plus tips to make your power last longer
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