We arrived at Jolly Campervan HQ full of excitement for our
first overnight adventure in the Baron. We were not disappointed! The van was
beautifully clean and well equipped. There was a thorough handover of the
camper and we felt very prepared to set out on our journey. In addition to the
patient and friendly handover, the Baron comes with a manual in case you should
forget anything!
We chose an awesome campsite in Burton Constable (http://www.burtonconstable.co.uk) for
our maiden voyage. My husband used to visit when he was a lad and so it was a
trip down memory lane. We took our 2 nephews and they absolutely loved it. The
site was immaculate with brilliant shower facilities, room for the boys to play
football without causing a nuisance and a mix of static caravans, tents and
motorhomes. As it was bank holiday, they had some live music at the on site bar
(think jazz rather than heavy metal!) and a hog roast. It was a lovely way to
spend an afternoon!
After we had worn the boys out, we retreated to the Baron
which had gathered quite a crowd of admirers! If you bunk in the Baron be
prepared to make lots of new friends! We set up the BBQ- provided in the van-
and gathered round for a nostalgic feast of burgers and toasted marshmallows.
With full bellies, we popped open the roof and set the kids to sleep! The pop
up bed is a sturdy double and was more than adequate for 2 boys. They loved the
fact they could unzip the windows and keep a look out from their new den!
We were genuinely surprised by the space inside the Baron-
it's quite a tardis! As well as a double up top, there is another double for
the grown ups and we slept like logs. Usually when camping, you're awake with
the sun but because of the luxury of curtains, we all slept through until 9.
Quite a treat! Once up, we used the very well equipped kitchen to make the
obligatory camping bacon butties and brews . We were pleasantly surprised
to find coffee, tea, salt etc... all of the things you would want but are
likely to forget!
After a hearty breakfast we set off on the road again to
take the Baron back home knowing we had made some lovely new memories for the
boys. They enjoyed the van so much, they both took the time to draw us thank you
cards. When you book through Jolly Campervans, you're not just paying for
a van, you're paying for a wonderful experience and very fond memories.
Nat & Paul
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