Motor Mover Mishap - DAMAGE! - Getting ready to roll for 2023

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  • Опубликовано: 1 дек 2024

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  • @dotwillcoxson5352
    @dotwillcoxson5352 Год назад +1

    Lovely to see you back! 🦘🦘🦘

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Dot, thank you and a happily new year. ATB Dave and Helen 👍

  • @carolharries2557
    @carolharries2557 Год назад +1

    Aww bless Bella. She looks gorgeous. Loving your channel. Looking forward to seeing your Wales trip as we want to do that too. 😎

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Thanks Carol, she's a lovely little dog. We are so looking forward to Wales too. Thanks so much for watching and leaving a comment. ATB Dave & Helen.

  • @jackieblakemore56
    @jackieblakemore56 9 месяцев назад +1

    Good luck with your upcoming travels xx

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  9 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you Jackie, much appreciated and best wishes to you too. Helen & Dave

  • @lindsaybenison813
    @lindsaybenison813 Год назад +1

    a little Bump but still hurts, good price to fix the little bumps... good times ahead enjoy folks xx

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +2

      Thanks Lindsay, agreed, not the end of the world but good to get all ship shape for the new season. Best regards to you both, Helen and Dave 👍

  • @shaunbarker8290
    @shaunbarker8290 Год назад +1

    Hi Helen and dave , we watch your videos a lot but we're amazed to find out you were from Chesterfield.
    My dad's side of the family of which there aren't many left are from Derbyshire.
    Dad's from clay Cross nr Chesterfield.
    Apparently when he moved with my nan and grandad back in the late 50's had a strong Derbyshire accent eh up duck lol always made me laugh .
    I travelled up there in the late 80's .
    Unfortunately due to circumstances since then I haven't been able to visit .
    Dad's now 92 and in fair health.
    I honestly feel the folks from the Midlands are the salt of the earth .
    Cheers Helen and dave .
    My missus is also amazing she's from North London.
    Her name is ju and I'm shaun.
    We've recently bought our first caravan an old lady that's in brilliant condition a 2006 swift challenger 530.

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Ju & Shaun, thanks very much for watching and leaving a comment. Yes, that Derbyshire accent is quite distinctive! My older brothers & sisters are broader than me, I was 8 when we left but still have family there. Hope you’re enjoying the Challenger 530, a nice van 👍 Thanks again, Dave & Helen 👍

  • @gregcale8285
    @gregcale8285 Год назад +1

    Hi Dave. Great Video as usual.

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Greg, that’s very kind of you to say. Hope you’re well and thanks for watching. ATB Dave & Helen 👍

  • @richardarnold3812
    @richardarnold3812 Год назад +1

    Glad to see you back. Happy New Year.

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Richard, thanks very much and a happy New Year to you too. ATB Dave and Helen 👍

  • @gillianmeston8157
    @gillianmeston8157 Год назад +3

    Great to see you both , you’ve been missed , x

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Gillian, thank you so much. It’s been a busy couple of months for us but we’re up and running again. Thanks for watching, ATB Dave & Helen

  • @joedunks6515
    @joedunks6515 Год назад +1

    Hi guys
    Sorry to here about you're mishap. Happens to the best of us,good to see you again.look forward to the video of how to clean the pipe system. Take care pleasant journeys.
    Joe x Tracey

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +2

      Hi Joe & Tracey, thanks for the comment. Great to be back on RUclips after a short break. I’ll get that pipe cleaning video on soon. ATB Dave & Helen 👍

  • @HitchUpAndTow
    @HitchUpAndTow Год назад +1

    I remember our first van, brand new straight from Glossop Caravans to a campsite, never towed before, never had a caravan before, tried to erect an awning, roof pole fell down, hit the van. Less than a day old with a dent in the side, how shit do you feel. I can laugh now

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Mark & Coral, completely and the annoying bit is just how avoidable it is/was! Looks like we're finally meeting up in Suffolk in a few months time! ATB, Dave & Helen

  • @suefromstoke4076
    @suefromstoke4076 Год назад +1

    Nice to see you back xx

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Sue, thanks, it's been a busy few weeks for us but we're back on it now. Happy New Year! ATB, Dave & Helen.

  • @colinrimmer789
    @colinrimmer789 Год назад +1

    Hi Dave and Helen I always find it exciting getting the van ready to go away following a Winter lay off, it’s a while off yet but looking forward to our next adventure.

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      So true Colin, it really is exciting. We're so looking forward to this years adventures. Hope you have a great year too. Another summer like last years would be a bonus! ATB, Dave & Helen.

  • @busterboy7505
    @busterboy7505 Год назад +1

    Hello Helen and Dave, Happy new year, great to see you guys back videoing, looking forward to the how to clean your water pipes and maybe acua roll ?, until then take care 👍👍.

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +2

      Happy New Year Buster Boy 👍. Hope you’re keeping well and looking forward to a new season in the caravan. ATB, Dave & Helen 👍

  • @robswiseways5697
    @robswiseways5697 Год назад +1

    Hello Dave & Helen, Glad to see you’re all spruced up and ready for the new touring season 🌞. We all have caravan slip ups but what a shame about the damage, fingers crossed for a perfect fix for you 🔨🪚. Looking forward to following your adventures 2023. By the way we’re at Chatsworth next month but the house is closed. All the very best, Rob & Gail

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Rob & Gail, yeah I know but isn’t it annoying and so avoidable but it could have been worse. Looking forward to Chatsworth never been with the caravan but went on a day trip from school when I lived in Chesterfield. Hope you have a lovely stay looking forward to the video. Cheers, Dave and Helen 👍

  • @lizleonard3681
    @lizleonard3681 Год назад +1

    Hi Dave and Helen so sorry to hear about poor Bella hope she is ok she is gorgeous 💕 We have have been to Tenby stayed in Lydstep Haven been going there over the last 20 years the Pembrokeshire coast is stunning , Manorbier,Saundersfoot, Tenby Harbour & South beach ,and Barafundle Bay which you get to by a coastal path walk all stunning love the place. Enjoy your Travels we are on seasonal pitch now in Criccieth we love it there thanks for sharing 😀

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Liz, thanks for the info, that’s really useful, backs up our research and sounds just what we’re hoping for from this trip. Bella is doing really well, despite losing an eye. She’s such a lovely, loyal little dog. Thanks so much, Helen & Dave. 👍

  • @sooty1410
    @sooty1410 Год назад +1

    Hope to see you at Clubfest then 🤩

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Yay! Come and say hello if you see us 🎶 🎸 💃🏻 🕺

  • @paulmorgan464
    @paulmorgan464 Год назад +1

    Great to have back we just booked poolsbrook there beginning of February also another 4 through till end of may also just splashed out on a brand new Elddis Avante 554 so looking forward to trying her out we stay at a lovely still just outside of Buxton called Longnor Wood may be worth a look

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Paul, Congratulations on the new caravan, the Elddis Avante is a lovely van. Poolsbrook is a great site and just a mile or so from where I grew up in Hollingwood, so we're looking forward to our trip there. Wishing you many fun trips in the van this year. Cheers, Dave & Helen.

  • @andrewjones-productions
    @andrewjones-productions Год назад +1

    I feel your pain to what happened with your caravan. From a third person point of view, honestly it isn't all visible and as my parents and grandparents used to say back in Wales when we got scratched as children, it is just a 'cic chwannen' (flea kick - kicked by a flea). Although you probably felt as if it had been charged by a rhinoceros! Wishing you safe and happy travels throughout the year and look forward to seeing your reports! In particular, enjoy Wales!

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +2

      Hi there Andrew, you’re right of course, nothing substantial but so annoying! That’s a cracking saying! and we’re really looking cotton the Wales tour, it looks so pretty. ATB to you for a great year ahead. Cheers, Dave & Helen 👍

  • @PoshcatsCamping
    @PoshcatsCamping Год назад +1

    Oops a little bump like that with the weight of the van behind it can be heartbreaking 🙀 Looks like you have the repair in hand. Looking forward to seeing you at Clopton. You have a busy year ahead 😃👍🏻 Trev

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Cheers Trev, not the end of the world but it makes you wonder about damage if you were involved in anything more serious. Really looking forward to your meet up. ATB to you & Sue. Cheers Dave & Helen 👍

  • @terryfielding8836
    @terryfielding8836 Год назад +1

    Happy New Year to you both. Looking forward to seeing your new adventures.

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Thanks Terry and a Happy New Year to you too. Yes, we’re looking forward to bringing you some new sites on our tours this year. ATB Dave and Helen 👍

  • @karllake8976
    @karllake8976 Год назад +1

    Scarborough nice place go up there nearly every weekend in my wagon a place called seamer the run up there very scenic once you get on the A64 watch out for speed camera vans

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Karl, thanks for the heads up! Used to visit a lot but not been for years and never with the caravan. Looking forward to it. Cheers, Dave & Helen 👍

  • @HepcatHarley
    @HepcatHarley Год назад +1

    We've not been out in our caravan yet and we are complete newbies but hope to see you at the Club Fest....Lucky for us it's only 30 mins from home :)

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +2

      Thanks for watching, come and say hello if you see us! Hoping you have much fun and many adventures in your caravan. ATB, Dave & Helen 👍

  • @planecrazyaviation7773
    @planecrazyaviation7773 Год назад +1

    Hoorah!! We’ve missed you two. Great to see a video from you again and we’re looking forward to your forthcoming adventures. PS Handbrake first next time 👍

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Thanks Steve, It was a silly mistake but it could have been worse. Looking forward to the tours too. thanks, Helen & Dave

  • @DesmondsDonders
    @DesmondsDonders Год назад +1

    Happy New Year.
    Only a little ding that could have been worse. Looking forward to your trips.

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Dave & Lindsay, happy new year to you both. Yes, it could have been much worse. Will let you know if we head North this year. ATB Dave and Helen

  • @mellarner8253
    @mellarner8253 Год назад

    Hi Dave and Helen, good to see pup is doing OK.
    An annoying ding there, but could have been worse, I guess. My (not so regular now) thing with the motor mover is forgetting to retract it and wonder why I am unable to drive away. Been a while since I did that now, as I try and stick to a routine and do the usual locker and rooflight checks as well as the mover position.
    Like yourselves, we have planned and booked many of our trips for this year, including Clubfest, enjoyed the Belvoir fest last year and the entertainment looks really like being really great once again. Enjoy getting out and about again and looking forward to more site reviews being posted.

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад

      Hi Mel, annoying but as you say could have been worse. If you see us at Clubfest, do come and say hello. Sounds like you have some great plans too. Enjoy, ATB Dave & Helen 👍

  • @tonyconnell435
    @tonyconnell435 Год назад +1

    I thanks for a great blog really enjoyed it ,and glad to here the little dogs ok ,ps is that a Kia Sportage your pulling the caravan with because i have one and I'm pulling a swift Elegance 580 very similar to yours seems ok x

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Thanks Tony that’s very much appreciated and kind of you to say so. Yes we tow with the Sportage and it tows just great, we’ve been really pleased with it. Sounds like we have similar set ups. ATB Dave & Helen 👍

  • @janetmather1446
    @janetmather1446 Год назад +1

    Hi Dave and Helen - nice to see you back. Looks like you have some nice trips planned. Chesterfield is my hometown (Brimington) and still have lots of family there so use Poolsbrook when visiting. Where did you live?

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +2

      Hi Janet, small world. We lived in Hollingwood but my Father and Grandparents are from Brimington Common. Mum used to work in Brimington - Starbuck's. ATB, Dave & Helen

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +2

      Starbuck is our surname.

    • @janetmather1446
      @janetmather1446 Год назад +1

      Wow what a coincidence - I went to Hollingwood Girls Secondary School and when I was old enough used to frequent the Hollingwood Hotel lol. My Grandad and Dad worked at Ireland Colliery so lots of memories when we visit Poolsbrook Club Site😁

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Oh blimey, that’s amazing. The Hollingwood Hotel was my parents and grandparents local 🍺🍷. We moved into Chesterfield on Sheffield Road before heading to Manchester and now Caister On Sea. We will be back at Poolsbrook soon. 👍

  • @sandrapearson728
    @sandrapearson728 Год назад +1

    Do you take it in turns when you visit houses? We have a dog too and I love visits to National Trust properties and Chatsworth is a definite favourite.

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Sandra, yes we do, Helen normally goes first while Bella and me have a coffee and then it’s my go. We enjoy visiting National trust properties too. Thanks very much for watching and leaving a comment. ATB, Dave & Helen 👍

    • @sandrapearson728
      @sandrapearson728 Год назад +1

      @@HelenandDave thank you ❤️

  • @alanmiller259
    @alanmiller259 Год назад +1

    Hi both, out of interest, did you get the bodywork repairs done? The reason I ask is we have a very small dink in a place where only I notice it, but it bugs me 😂 I think it was done when the van was in for some warranty work. I’m curious how they repair small dents where the paint hasn’t been marked. Loving White House Beach btw. I’m wondering if Suffolk is even nicer than Norfolk 😂 all the best Alan

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Alan, we liked White House Beach too and Suffolk is also very charming, some great campsites we are visiting a few soon. No, I didn’t get the repairs done. Mobile repair men came, attempted to repair but the dents were too small to pull out. They reckoned it would have need doing from the inside which is a major job so we left it. Be interested to know if you do manage any successful repairs to yours because like you it bugs me although no one else notices them 😂. ATB, Dave & Helen 👍

    • @alanmiller259
      @alanmiller259 Год назад

      I’m expecting the same outcome. I think the only way to repair would be filler and paint. To be honest, it’s very small and right next to the awning rail at the top of the van and unless I pointed it out, then no one else would notice. I was annoyed that the dealer appears quite dismissive of it, otherwise I would let it sink to the back of my mind. Alan

  • @Mr1967flyingv
    @Mr1967flyingv Год назад +1

    Hi folks, yes I made the same mistake with the mover, luckily the van rolled onto our front lawn and I managed to grab the handbrake and stop it. 😬

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Another lucky escape! I suppose it’s easy done but hopefully never again. Quick reaction your part though. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Cheers, Dave & Helen 👍

  • @tristanmorgan8407
    @tristanmorgan8407 Год назад

    Thanks for you content really good to view now we’ve just purchased our caravan. Quick question, the mirrors on the kitchen and bathroom wall, did they come with the caravan or did you purchase these, if so where from? Thanks Tris

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Tristan, thanks for watching the channel. No we added the pebble effect mirrors and we are really pleased with them and they are cheap. If you look at the description in our video's you will see a link to our Amazon store. Click the link and then click Caravan accessories and you should see them there. You will pay the same price as everyone else but we get a few pennies in commission if you buy any. If you have any problems finding them, then let us know and I'll send you a separate link. ATB, Dave & Helen.

    • @tristanmorgan8407
      @tristanmorgan8407 Год назад

      @@HelenandDave great thanks both I’ll take another look, I must have missed it. Thanks again Tris

  • @BR-br3pv
    @BR-br3pv Год назад +1

    Hi guys, I am thinking of buying a motorhome to tour the whole of the uk, questions? can you stay all year round at various sites, are wifi sites good enough for firestick streaming etc, is it worth joining a club, or is living in a motorhome for a long period not a good idea, your thoughts please.

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi BR, many thanks for your comment. Lots of people live full time in Motorhomes these days and seem to have a great time. Personally I would want a home as a base (even if I rented it out) need security/fallback incase of emergency, breakdown or illness. Many sites open all year round and offer seasonal pitches which you can book up for long periods. We stream via a fire stick when in the van but not all sites have robust WiFi as they’re are often hundreds of people logging in. I stream via 4g on my phone a lot and lots of people install their own WiFi in vans. Joining a club is really beneficial. The annual fee can be saved on the full price on just one booking. We did a video on this, checkout our back catalogue. Hope that helps, cheers, Dave & Helen 👍

    • @BR-br3pv
      @BR-br3pv Год назад

      @@HelenandDave Thanks for your reply, I see you are only allowed 28 days on certain sites then you have to move on. This is not a problem while touring but if I need to stay at a certain place to re-group say a couple of months or more can this be achieved?

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      @@BR-br3pv Hello again, I think the 28 day rule applies to the club(s) but many private sites will offer longer stays/seasonal pitches often on a 3 month basis but not exclusively. 👍

  • @TheRamblingsofBry
    @TheRamblingsofBry Год назад

    Frustrating when these little things happen, but that's life. £150 is a good price to have it back to new.

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Completely agree Bry. Such a silly mistake and I could kick myself but it was not as though some lorry driver had took the back end out whilst I was asleep in bed. Now that was scary! Hope you’re well👍 Cheers Dave & Helen 👍

    • @TheRamblingsofBry
      @TheRamblingsofBry Год назад +1

      @@HelenandDave All good here thankyou, waiting for spring though.....

  • @helenandmartinsTreks
    @helenandmartinsTreks Год назад +1

    Happy New Year guys , sorry about the damage , I suspect it’s repaired ok , it’s impressive what some guys can do. I do like the dehumidifier idea. Just winterised ours on our return to the U.K. last week. 🥹. Your plans look very interesting , best wishes Helen and Martin

    • @HelenandDave
      @HelenandDave  Год назад +1

      Hi Both,
      welcome back to Blighty, this cold weather must have come as a bit of a shock! We're looking forward to getting going again and hope we can have another long hot summer like last year. Cheers, Dave & Helen.