Is the UK motorhome scene ready for a new kind of club? This week, Matt meets James Forrester, Managing Director of The Van Club—a fast-growing, no-nonsense community for motorhome and campervan owners who want more from their weekends away. No outdated rules, no club politics, just live music, great company, and trips that take you well off the beaten track.

Matt and Keith also bring the latest from the NEC Motorhome & Caravan Show, including a surprising withdrawal from one of the industry’s longest-established names.

Plus, Matt shares a personal health update ahead of major surgery, though he’s still determined to be at the show.

In the Q&A, it’s a mix of praise and puzzlers: one listener reveals a rare good-news story about a dealer that actually came through, while others ask about quirky insurance rules around factory-fitted immobilisers and what really changes when you uprate your motorhome’s weight.

Hit play to find out what’s changing in the motorhome world, and why it could be time to join a new kind of club.

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It’s that time of year again. The days are shorter, the weather’s wetter, and if your motorhome is heading into winter storage—or you’re planning to travel in your motorhome during winter—you’ll want to make sure you’re fully prepared. In this episode of the Motorhome Matt Podcast, Matt and Keith share their top winter motorhome essentials, covering everything from damp prevention and rodent control to security gear and safety kit you shouldn’t leave home without.

We explore the full motorhome winter checklist, including battery care, covers, gas and water tips, and how to keep your waste tank from freezing. Matt even revisits a controversial opinion on one of the hottest debated items in winter storage, and admits he’s changed his tune.

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In the Q&A, Matt tackles Malibu vs Adria motorhomes and whether a campervan sat nav shows more accurate speed than your dashboard.

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Thinking of buying a motorhome? One of the biggest questions you’ll face is whether to go new or used. In this episode of the Motorhome Matt Podcast, recorded live at the Southwest Motorhome and Campervan Show, Matt gets into a lively debate with two experienced dealers and a leading industry journalist, each offering a very different take on the question.

Matt is joined on stage by Sarah Foord (Southwest Motorhomes), Tom Lower (Somerset Motorhome Centre), and Peter Vaughan (Out and About Live) for an honest and open discussion about finding the right motorhome for you, the current state of the market, and what every buyer should know before making a purchase.

Back in the studio, Matt and Keith cover the latest news from the UK motorhome scene, including expanded insurance options for campervans and self-builds, and the official opening of That Leisure Shop at Chelston, just off the M5.

In the Q&A, Matt answers your questions on whether campervans are really less prone to damp than motorhomes, how warranty cover works for adapted vehicles, and whether you’re allowed to bring your own food into a motorhome show (you might be surprised).

Whether you’re looking at brand-new models with 10-year warranties or eyeing up a nearly-new bargain, this episode is packed with dealer insight, practical advice, and straight-talking commentary on what really affects motorhome prices, values, and buying decisions today.

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