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Lee Davey

A writer, speaker, passionate biker, and devoted caravanner, with over 20 years of experience as a freelance journalist and as a Bailey brand ambassador, Lee writes regularly for the Bailey of Bristol website. Find a selection of his articles on travel and travel tips below.

 

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Blog Posts from Lee Davey

 

Ghostly Getaways. Supernatural Tours by Caravan

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Many of us have explored the UK, Europe, and beyond by caravan, motorhome, or campervan, but have you ever searched for ghosts or the supernatural when doing so? As it’s Halloween, I thought I’d share two ghoulish experiences we’ve enjoyed whilst away in the Bailey Phoenix.

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You can in a caravan

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Caravans serve as excellent hobby enablers due to their unique blend of mobility and versatility. Whether you’re an avid photographer, a keen landscape painter, or choose to spend your spare time fishing, a caravan offers the freedom to chase hobbies wherever they may take you.

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Exploring The Republic of Ireland by Caravan

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The Emerald Isle moniker was bestowed upon Ireland due to its abundance of rolling green hills, rugged cliffs and ancient castles. Add a never-ending coastline blessed with a surprising number of golden beaches, and you have the perfect ingredients for a holiday. But should you take your caravan or motorhome to The Republic of Ireland?

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Exploring Morocco by Caravan or Motorhome: An Essential Guide

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Morocco is a country of wonder, one that’s easily accessible by a short ferry crossing from southern Spain. Over the coming weeks, I will discuss the nuggets of information I picked up while travelling in Morocco, some of which I couldn’t find anywhere on the Internet.

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The Grand Summer Challenge: Can you enjoy a £4500 holiday for £1000?

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As the summer holiday season draws to a close, High Street travel operators begin to bombard us with package holiday deals for 2024, most of which require a second mortgage. If, however, you’d like to travel to these destinations while saving a serious amount of money, I may be able to help.

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How to Enjoy Winter Touring in Your Caravan or Motorhome

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Modern construction methods and heating appliances make winter touring a doddle, and with an increasing number of sites remaining open year-round, more caravanners and motorhomers are enjoying true four-season touring.

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How to Book a Last-Minute Holiday in Your Caravan or Motorhome

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Most of our trips were booked last minute shortly after buying our first caravan. The forecast would be hastily checked, and having scooped up the kids from school; we’d be on-site before sunset.

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City Break by Caravan: The Perfect Weekend Away?

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The city break is often viewed as a hotel-only expedition, but is a caravan or motorhome the perfect short break partner?

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The Davey's Guide To Dorset

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Dorset has been welcoming visitors for millennia; from European Mesolithic hunters who crossed into Ancient Britain via land bridge, to the Hovis advertising team who filmed the famous boy-on-a-bike scene on Shaftesbury’s Gold Hill.

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North Wales: Caravan Country

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It’s impossible to describe North Wales without using the word ‘rugged.’ Great swathes of the impressive landscape remain unchanged, allowing visitors to enjoy a view that dates back to our earliest ancestors.

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From our other contributors

If you've enjoyed Lee's content, we're sure you'll also like blog posts from our other regular contributors. See the links below for more articles from Marcus Leach and Andy Torbet - two more members of the Bailey family with extensive experience of Bailey caravans, motorhomes and campervans.

Marcus Leach - The Big European Odessey

Marcus Leach along with his wife Kim and children Harrison and Dorothy spent 2 years on the road travelling around Europe, Asia and Africa in a Bailey Adamo 75-4I.

Marcus and Kim were able to work remotely throughout this trip and the children did a combination of home-schooling and remote learning with a teacher over the internet. Each blog post on the link below provides great inspiration for anyone to plan a holiday to individual countries and shows just how far you can travel in comfort and safety with a Bailey leisure vehicle.

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Andy Torbet

A former British Forces bomb disposal expert, Andy is now an underwater explorer, professional skydiver, outdoorsman, and stunt performer. He’s a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and The Explorers Club, and a TV presenter for the BBC, CBBC, National Geographic, Discovery, and History Channels. As a member of The British Stunt Register, he brings his expertise to screen. Andy also has hands-on experience with Bailey motorhomes, using them for work, family trips, and the 2023 Sahara Challenge 2 alongside his wife, Bex Biggins. Find a selection of his articles on travel and travel tips below.

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