September 2024
Can I move around in a motorhome whilst it’s being driven?
No. If the motorhome is moving, every passenger and the driver must be seated and with a seatbelt on. The only exception to this, is when a passenger may need to use toilet facilities on-board the vehicle. For further information on this law, see the UK legislation website.
Can I carry passengers in a motorhome without seatbelts?
No. If the motorhome is moving, every passenger and the driver must be seated and with a seatbelt on. For further information on this law, see the UK legislation website.
Can I park a motorhome in a layby overnight?
Technically you can, but why would you want to? As well as road noise, there may be security concerns. Always check to see if there are any signs warning of potential charges. You, the hirer, would be responsible for any fixed penalty contravention or penalty charge notices that may be issued during your hire
Can I sleep in a motorhome while driving in the UK?
No. It is illegal to sleep in a moving motorhome in the UK. If the motorhome is moving, it means that every passenger and the driver must be seated, with the seatbelt on. For further information on this law, see the UK legislation website.
Can motorhomes go in the ‘fast lane’?
Yes. When driving a motorhome in the UK, they are permitted to use the outside lane of the motorway for overtaking purposes, just like other vehicles.
Can I have more than 1 driver?
Yes. As per our terms and conditions, you can have up to 3 drivers included on the insurance when hiring one of our motorhomes.
How old do I have to be to drive a motorhome?
For insurance purposes, the driver must be between 25 and 75 years old and have held a full licence for at least three years. Anyone aged between 23-24 can be insured at an additional cost and increased insurance excess.
Do I need a special driving license?
No. All of our vehicles are under 3500 kgs, so will only require a standard Category B license to drive. European licenses specify various maximum limits. Please check that you have a suitable license before booking, as the hire will be refused and cancelled without a refund should this not be the case. Overseas licenses: even if you have a C category license in your own country, by UK law you are only permitted to drive a vehicle up to 3500 kgs on the UK roads. For insurance purposes, the driver must be between 25 and 75 years old and have held a[...]
What is the speed limit for motorhomes?
In the UK, the speed limits for motorhomes are not the same as cars. 70 mph is the maximum speed limit on motorways but on dual carriageways, the maximum speed is restricted to 60 mph and to 50 mph on single carriageways, unless there are signs which display lower or specific speed restrictions.
