Do You Need a Special Licence to Drive a Motorhome in the UK?

You’re standing in front of a beautiful motorhome. Maybe it’s a sleek Swift Voyager or a big coachbuilt beauty you spotted at a dealership. You can already smell the bacon frying on a misty Lake District morning. Then reality creeps in—hang on, am I even allowed to drive this thing?

Are Swift Motorhomes Worth It—and Any Good?

So, you’re eyeing up a motorhome—and the name Swift keeps popping up. Maybe you’ve seen their vans at campsites, or spotted their distinctive styling at a dealership. The big question though?

Are Swift motorhomes actually any good?

Let’s break it down properly. No fluff. No sales jargon. Just real insight from one of the UK’s biggest brands—and what it means for you as a buyer.

How to Prime a Caravan or Motorhome Water System Properly

So, you’ve just got to the site. The kettle’s ready, the sunset’s putting on a show—and then you turn the tap and… nothing. Maybe a dribble. Maybe a worrying buzz from the pump. Either way, not exactly the start you were hoping for.

Whether it’s your first tour or your fiftieth, priming the water system in your caravan or motorhome is one of those “small jobs” that’s oddly easy to get wrong—but incredibly satisfying when you get it right.