The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show 2019

RowenaBCAMC
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edited December 2018 in Caravanning Events and Announcements #1

Returning to Birmingham’s NEC from 19 to 24 February 2019, over 400 exhibitors from across the UK and Europe come together to create the UK's biggest showcase of caravans, motorhomes, campervans, caravan holiday homes and lodges. Plus, new season tents of all sizes, trailer tents and folding caravans, all under one roof.

Visit a wealth of leading UK and European manufacturers and dealers. Sharing exclusive offers on 1000s of vehicles, accessories and expert advice from leading industry specialists. Benefit from exclusive show offers on thousands of products ahead of the 2019 season. Visit over 400 exhibitors showcase their outdoor accessories for you to browse and buy. Explore the fantastic features area too, fun for all the family.

FREE show highlights include:    

  • NEW-FOR-2019 Camping Zone
  • NEW-FOR-2019 Bear Grylls Adventure
  • Glamping Village
  • Holiday Park Experience
  • Skate Rink
  • Bushcraft workshop
  • Top Dog Arena
  • Climbing Wall
  • LIVE Campsite Cookery
  • Discovery Theatre
  • Woodland Trust Rest Area
  • FREE Show Guide*

Caravan and Motorhome Club instructors will also be giving free Motorhome Manoeuvring and Caravan Towing Taster Sessions and will guide you through the towing experience.

Tickets

Tickets are on sale now and by booking early you’ll save on entry! FREE show guides available*. Plus, as a Club member you’ll receive special member discount including 50% off show entry with our selection of exclusive ticket offers. 

For more information see here: The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show 2019

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  • ABM
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    edited December 2018 #2

    No  temporary  Camp-site  this  year  I  see surprised

  • ABM
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    edited December 2018 #3

    Its  been  like  that  for  ages  now,  LL.  Remember  driving  down  a  very  snowy  M6  in  my  Renault  12TL car  --  back  when  Noah  was  into  sailing and  the  Show  had  barges, sailing  craft  etc  and    we  were  looking  for  quality  tents  and  associated  gear.!!

  • Tammygirl
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    edited December 2018 #4

    We will miss both Glasgow and Birmingham next year as we will be far far away cool even the October one we will be away for.

  • LEON
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    edited December 2018 #5

    Wonder why no temporary site?

  • brue
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    edited December 2018 #6

    Reading the details it looks like the NEC don't want to provide one but will do one for the Autumn show.

  • young thomas
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    edited December 2018 #7

    ...similarly......in a galaxy far, far away.....wink

  • Merve
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    edited January 2019 #8

    Can’t wait! All that lovely new technology. And not so new but equally interesting. Always a good show and well worth the entry fee! 

  • ABM
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    edited January 2019 #9

    Especially  if  you  can  catch  me  near  a  coffee  stall,  Merve  smile

     

    A B M   aka  Usain  Bolt

  • ABM
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    edited January 2019 #10

    Now  I've  decided  I'll  most  certainly  be  at  The  N.E.C. Show  on  Club  Day  in  February  I've  started  my  shipping  oops  sorry  no   I  mean  shopping  list.  It  starts  with  Snowdonia  Cheese  in  case  the  'borders'  get  closed  next  March  surprised,  then  it'll  be  bits  and  bobs  {  unless  I  hit  the  lottery  jackpot  money-mouth  Then  I'll  be  looking  at  the latest  Mercedes  G-Wagon  as  tested  and reported  on  in  last  weekends  Sunday  Waffle.  It  does  0  -->  60  in  under  5  seconds,  looks  rather  like  an  over-sized  1940's  Landy  and  is  very  cheap  at  £153k  for  the pre-extras  version   which  they  don't  expect  to  be  in  demand  wink  } 

    I'll  be  around  the  Club  Stand  if  I  can  recognise  it,  about  1:00  til  2:00  for  lunch  &  to  see  if  any  CT members  show  themselves  !!

    Brian

  • EasyT
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    edited January 2019 #11

    Will you be carrying a rolled up copy of the financial times under your arm so that we can recognise you? 

  • ABM
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    edited January 2019 #12

    Nooooo  --  I'll  just  be  in  my  usual  tatty  gear,  with  white  beard,  specs  and  wearing  my  CLUB TOGETHER  POLO SHIRT  --  as  ever  wink  that's  assuming  the  moths  aint  picnic-ed  on  it  since  last  Feb  undecided

  • DSB
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    edited January 2019 #13

    I was waiting for the usual cheese reference...  😀😀😀😀.  We popped up to the Chatsworth market before Christmas and bought some truckles of cheese (different make) - it wasn't quite the same though......

    I'll try for the 19th, but not absolutely sure at the moment - might have to be a different day.

    David

  • ABM
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    edited January 2019 #14

    I'm  nothing  if  not  predictable,  David,  as  many  on  here  know  only  too  well  innocentwink !!

  • Bakers2
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    edited January 2019 #15

    ABM I think of you when I pass the cheese stall in our high street market. They sell Snowdonia cheese. I've haven't tried it as it sounds addictive!

  • DSB
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    edited January 2019 #16

    It's really nice Brue.  You really should try it.

    David

  • ABM
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    edited January 2019 #17

    +1

  • ABM
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    edited January 2019 #18

    Just  got  CLUB  MAGAZINE  today  and  found  TWO ( 2 )  vouchers  to  allow  admission  to  the  show  for  £4:50  for  us  geriatrics  --  whats  not  to like  about  this  ere  mag  of  ours  laughing??

    I  chose   the  slightly  smaller  version  --  dammit  I wouldn't  want  to  cut  Nick  Lomas  off  in  mid-flow  now  would  I  innocent

  • ABM
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    edited February 2019 #19

    BUMP !!

  • dreamer1
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    edited February 2019 #20

    Been attending the shows every year for as long as I can remember usually travel friday night stop in a nice hotel and make a little weekend break of it spend several hours dreaming and getting ideas for when we win the big one.

  • ABM
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    edited February 2019 #21

    BUMP  I  Said  !

  • ABM
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    edited February 2019 #22

    Two  sleeps  to  go  &  it  seems  I  might  be  rather  lonely  there  on  CLUB DAY TUESDAY.  --  Only  shouting  to  drum  up  some  company  frown

  • EasyT
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    edited February 2019 #23

    Billy nomates it seems wink

  • ABM
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    edited February 2019 #24

    cry  mwaaaah  cry

  • scoutman
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    edited February 2019 #25

    Don't worry, we'll be there.

  • ABM
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    edited February 2019 #26

    Had  a  good,  steady  drive  down  &  back  to / from  N E C  today.

    Saw  lots  of goodies  &  met  some  new  Friends  (  wink  ),  bought  a  few  bobs  worth  of  accessories BUT ( and  whisper  it  softly )  just  could  not  force  myself  to  buy  any  North  Walian  milk  products  smile  Folks  stand  in  awe  of  Brian's  Self  Control  these  days  wink.

    I  did  notice  tho'  a  stall,  3212  in  Hall  3,  selling  Peggy Pegs.  actually  to  be  found  at  www.mirrorguard.co.uk  { wink  wink }

    Did  not  see  anybody  claiming { or  not }  to  be  from  CT  on  the  Club  Stand,  no  Rowena,  no  Rochelle  &  nobody  else,  so  I  just  had  a  Big  Coffe  &  Danish  thingummy  for  lunch  then  back  on  the  great  trek  around the  Halls.

    Hope  everybody  Found / Bought  at  least  one  'Must  Have'  !!

  • viatorem
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    edited February 2019 #27

    Went to the show Friday with a friend who is looking for  MH, diverted to Alko stand to try and establish if my replacement axle is covered by a 3 yr warranty...... Will call me back.

    Anyway nothing stunningly new on the caravan front - quite liked the layout of the Bailey phoenix 640 but not the price, managed to resist accessories on the basis I've only 4kg load margin left.

    Did extensive  research on panel van conversions with friend, decided Wildax Aurora was favourite as a MH combined utility vehicle he's looking for. Just pipped Adria on design practicality.

    I could be pursuaded into a panel van but Mrs V likes caravans better, maybe in a few years I will go back to the show and see if there's anything that works for us.

  • GTP
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    edited February 2019 #28

    As above, nothing new on the caravan front...only thing different to our existing 2017 Clubman SI is the location of the USB ports now incorporated into the 'under cupboard' lights..plus the obligatory update of upholstery colour. 

    Did purchase a new Satellite kit.....as our existing 10yr tripod/dish is now falling apart.  After some research, decided to embrace the new 'flat' dish technology from Falcon Technical...

    https://www.quicksatuk.com

  • ABM
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    edited February 2019 #29

    Deeeeelighted  to  see  somebody { Anybody  surprised !! }  else  has  something  to  say  about  the  Show  this  week  !!

    GTP,  won't  embracing  the  dish  restrict  the  signal  somewhat  undecided??

  • GTP
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    edited February 2019 #30

    ABM...I was assured not...and I have seen a few around sites both here and 'over there'.....but the proof will be etc etc...Interestingly there was one on a motorhome at Chatsworth a couple of weeks ago....but I never got the chance to ask the owner how it faired. 

    To be fair....when I asked the questions after the demonstration..I was told that I could come to their Cl, have a free night and they will set up to my c'van tv before purchase at...

     https://www.hillfarm.org.uk/motorhome-and-caravan-camping-site/

    I passed this on to a friend who is taking up the offer...

    There is also another company called Sat Gear offering a similar product..but cheaper and without the auto 'inclinometer' (think I've got that right)...check out at this link.

    https://www.satgear.co.uk

    If i remember...I will report back on performance from both here and 'over there'..

     

     

     

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