2025 October Road Trip Archives: Campsite Rules, Motorhome Tips, and UK Camping Laws

When planning a motorhome trip in the UK, UK camping laws, the legal framework that governs where you can sleep overnight in a vehicle across England, Scotland, and Wales. Also known as wild camping regulations, it determines whether you’re breaking the law or just enjoying the freedom of the open road. This October’s posts dug deep into what’s allowed, what’s risky, and what most campers get wrong. You’ll find real stories about people getting fined for sleeping in a field, others avoiding trouble by using the 36 rule, and a few who swore by stealth camping—until they got caught.

One big theme? Stealth camping UK, the practice of parking and sleeping in your motorhome without drawing attention, often in quiet roadside spots or woodland edges. Also known as hidden camping, it’s not illegal everywhere—but it’s not safe unless you know the local rules. Posts this month broke down where it works (like parts of the Lake District or the Scottish Highlands), what gear helps (blackout curtains, quiet fridges), and how to avoid being reported. Then there’s the motorhome lifespan, how long your vehicle will last before major repairs or replacement, depending on usage, maintenance, and build quality. Also known as campervan durability, it’s the silent question every owner asks after year three. We looked at data from hire companies and long-term owners: most motorhomes hit 150,000 miles before needing a major overhaul, but those with regular fluid changes and battery checks made it past 200,000.

And then there’s the chaos of booking. Campsite bots, automated scripts that snap up last-minute vacancies faster than any human can click. Also known as booking algorithms, they’ve turned popular spots into digital battlegrounds. Regular campers are losing out—not because they’re late, but because bots are faster. This month’s guide showed how to beat them: set alerts, book midweek, and avoid bank holidays. Meanwhile, family camping, planning a trip with kids that actually works, without meltdowns, lost socks, or midnight panic attacks. Also known as kid-friendly camping, it’s not just about playgrounds and ice cream. The best sites have quiet zones, secure areas for kids to wander, and clear rules about noise and fire. We shared what parents actually packed (spoiler: it’s not the tent pegs).

It wasn’t all about rules and gear. Some posts asked harder questions: Is drinking beer on a beach in South Carolina legal? (Spoiler: it depends on the county.) Can you rent out your campervan on Airbnb? (Yes—if you handle insurance and taxes right.) And why do so many forest campsites ban vapes? (Fire risk, wildlife stress, and a growing list of complaints.)

What ties all this together? The truth: camping in the UK isn’t just about picking a spot and pitching a tent. It’s about understanding the laws, respecting the land, and planning smart. Whether you’re in a Class B motorhome with a cassette toilet, sleeping in a tent with your dog, or trying to find a spot before bots grab them all—you need more than luck. You need context. Below, you’ll find every guide, tip, and warning published this October. No fluff. Just what works.