I have just changed my towing vehicle to a citreon berlingo 1.9cc van gross vehicle weight of 1755 kg my caravan is an abi dalesman 450/2 MAW 1120 kg . is there any problems with towing ratio and site owners ,the van has no advertising on .
some sites do not take vans but call them and ask we just had an issue with mine and when i told them it was a plain van they said it was fine also one other place we were lokking at booking said it would be ok but would have to be parked on the car park and not next to van not a problem in my eyes.
yes simon23 mine is a tidy clean van , i find it very adaptable to carry all heavy loads .also my wifes wheelchair .but it is more economical to have a one vehicle
A friend of mine has to tow on a van as they show dogs & also have a tradestand at these shows. I can understand why sites have a no van rule, as sometimes it can cause issues, but if an owner can give a reasonable explanation why they tow on a van, then they should be allowed on sites, as opposed to the overt ban on some sites.
------------- Bringing up baby to be a seasoned caravanner - we bought one to holiday cheaply - working well so far - & caravanners are lovely - helped us on our virgin voyage & our awning!!!
Quote: Originally posted by amandajlay on 08/4/2009
A friend of mine has to tow on a van as they show dogs & also have a tradestand at these shows. I can understand why sites have a no van rule, as sometimes it can cause issues, but if an owner can give a reasonable explanation why they tow on a van, then they should be allowed on sites, as opposed to the overt ban on some sites.
Don't they have camping facilities at these venues? What if a fair number of these turned up on site to use it for show/trade purposes? Camping sites are a leisure facility; not a convenience for business purposes. Perhaps this answers the question as to why commercial-type vans are not allowed.