A Tow Bar And A Trailer Tent The Perfect Combination To Beat The COVID-19 Blues
Everyone reading this blog is likely desperate for a wonderful relaxing vacation, potentially abroad but as can be seen with Portugal, going anywhere abroad is a high-risk strategy, with government restrictions likely to change at the drop of a hat.
For those of us who love going on holiday, 2020 has been a frustrating experience, and as restrictions begin to ease, hotel prices in the United Kingdom have risen exponentially.
Buying a touring caravan is a significant investment, which may be out of reach of many families, which is why a trailer or roof tent might be the best compromise in the leisure industry today.
What Is A Trailer Tent?
A trailer tent is, in essence, a hybrid between a caravan and a tent. For anyone who doesn’t fancy the basic camping experience or the thought of sleeping on the floor, a trailer tent delivers many advantages, the biggest of which is that you sleep in the trailer itself, not on the ground.
Apart from the purchase of the tent, many of which can be bought brand new from under £10000, the only other essential requirement is the fitting of a tow bar to your vehicle. At Northwest Towbars, we are the local experts in the supply and fitting of tow bars so we can advise you on the best tow bar for your requirements.
Here are the top three reasons why in our opinion, the purchase of a trailer tent is an excellent choice for anyone who wants to experience the beauty and diversity of the United Kingdom, and for that matter, Europe as and when the pandemic finally passes.
You Don’t Need A Specific Driving License.
At the time of writing, anyone who earns a Class B driving licence after 1997 is required by law to take and pass an additional test if they want to tow a trailer/vehicle combination that weighs in excess of 3500kg.
It stands to reason that to tow a large caravan; you will need a large car, which means that it is almost guaranteed that you will exceed the weight limit.
Trailer tents are significantly lighter than a caravan, which means that a standard class B licence will be all that is required in the vast majority of cases.
Ease of Use
The point of a holiday is to have an easy, relaxing experience, and that is exactly what a trailer tent provides. With a trailer tent, the tent is stored in the trailer itself. When you pull up at the site, all you need to do is unfold the lid, and peg out the awning and then let the holiday commence. It will take you longer to get the BBQ cooking than it will to set up your tent.
An Increased Number Of Potential Campsites
Not many people are aware of the fact that not every campsite is open for touring caravans. Some of the best sites in the United Kingdom either do not have the capacity or facilities to accept motorhomes or touring caravans, but they will all accept a trailer tent. This means that once again, with ownership of a trailer tent, you have the best of both worlds.
If you are considering investing in a trailer tent, then don’t put the cart before the horse. Come and visit us at Northwest Towbars and get your towbar professionally installed. Then the world is literally your oyster, and you can go and choose the trailer tent of your dreams. Happy holidays!
Contact us today on 0161 474 7474 to discuss your needs and requirements.