Motorhome Matt

Matt Sims and Keith Gooden

Advice, industry insights and an impartial view into the world of motorhomes, caravans, campervans and travel, with the motorhome nerd himself, Matt Sims.

Sitting by his side asking all the right questions is his partner in crime, journalist Keith Gooden, deciphering the perplexing jargon. Listen in and learn everything you need to know about buying, owning and selling a leisure vehicle.

Discover the industry trends, new developments and future plans for motorhomes and leisure vehicles in the UK and beyond.

Got a question for Matt? Ask Matt! Submit your queries and feature on the podcast at mhmp.info/askmatt.

Brought to you by That Leisure Shop.

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Feb 8, 2022 · 20 min
Choosing the right motorhome
Thinking of buying or hiring a motorhome? Whether it’s your first foray into the wonderful world of motorhomes and campervans, or you’ve tested the water and are looking to upgrade, choosing the right motorhome for you is crucial to ensure you fully enjoy your investment. What are the important factors to consider when choosing a motorhome? How do you choose a layout? Where do you even start? Matt spins the process on its head by asking you, the listener, to consider some important questions. With first-hand experience to share, including some big mistakes made during his first motorhome purchase, Matt has plenty of advice for you if you are wandering the dealerships and looking for help from sales staff. In this snappy episode co-host, Keith Gooden asks the questions that most are too afraid to ask - and that Matt is happy to answer. Wherever you are on your motorhome journey, listen in and potentially save losing thousands of pounds on what could be the wrong purchase for you! 🔶 ASK MATT YOUR QUESTIONS Have you got a question about motorhomes, travel or the leisure industry? Ask Matt and hear the answer to your questions on an upcoming podcast. www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt 📹 WATCH THE PODCAST Watch and subscribe on YouTube @MotorhomeMatt LISTEN🔸SUBSCRIBE🔸REVIEW🔸SHARE Help grow our community by leaving a review and sharing on your favourite app. The Motorhome Matt podcast is brought to you by That Leisure Shop, camping and leisure vehicle accessory specialists, ready for the adventure. Get £10 off your first order over £100 with the code MOTORHOMEMATT. Thanks for listening!
Feb 1, 2022 · 16 min
Best apps for your motorhome holiday
Did you know that you’ve got hundreds of amazing and free tools at your fingertips to help you plan your next motorhome holiday? That’s right, there are so many fantastic apps just waiting to be downloaded to your smartphone! Matt is here to reveal some of his favourites to use on a motorhome holiday, including apps for specialised navigation, searching and booking campsites and even packing lists. And don’t forget those essential apps to help keep the whole family outdoors and entertained for hours too! You’ll need a pen and paper (or your notes app) for this snappy, quick-fire episode as it is filled with some great ideas. Download the Staycation Inspiration guide here Listen to our Road Trip Playlist series here FEATURED APPS Planning PackPoint TripIt CultureTrip Navigation Search For Sites Park4night CoPilot GPS Entertainment Geocaching Spotify AllTrails SkyView Lite Helpful Tools Met Office Motorway Services GB Flush 🔶 ASK MATT YOUR QUESTIONS Have you got a question about motorhomes, travel or the leisure industry? Ask Matt and hear the answer to your questions on an upcoming podcast. www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt 📹 WATCH THE PODCAST Watch and subscribe on YouTube @MotorhomeMatt LISTEN🔸SUBSCRIBE🔸REVIEW🔸SHARE Help grow our community by leaving a review and sharing on your favourite app. The Motorhome Matt podcast is brought to you by That Leisure Shop, camping and leisure vehicle accessory specialists, ready for the adventure. Get £10 off your first order over £100 with the code MOTORHOMEMATT. Thanks for listening!
Jan 25, 2022 · 15 min
Booking a campsite for your motorhome holiday
Planning your perfect motorhome holiday? The thrill of the open road awaits, but don’t forget to plan your stops in advance! Navigating campsite booking can be a bit of a minefield, especially for first-timers. Where can you find campsite details? How many campsites should you book for one holiday? Do you need to book ahead? From campsite etiquette to the right way to position your motorhome on the pitch, let Motorhome Matt guide you through the nitty-gritty of booking a campsite for your motorhome holiday. 🔶 ASK MATT YOUR QUESTIONS Have you got a question about motorhomes, travel or the leisure industry? Ask Matt and hear the answer to your questions on an upcoming podcast. www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt 📹 WATCH THE PODCAST Watch and subscribe on YouTube @MotorhomeMatt LISTEN🔸SUBSCRIBE🔸REVIEW🔸SHARE Help grow our community by leaving a review and sharing on your favourite app. The Motorhome Matt podcast is brought to you by That Leisure Shop, camping and leisure vehicle accessory specialists, ready for the adventure. Get £10 off your first order over £100 with the code MOTORHOMEMATT. Thanks for listening!
Jan 17, 2022 · 14 min
The impact of Brexit and COVID-19 on the travel industry
It may seem a distant memory, but the impact of Brexit on the tourism industry, and in particular the motorhome industry, is still rife. A lack of European tourists, and therefore money, coming into the UK, changes to pet passports, huge delays on spare parts and bigger delays in the delivery of new motorhomes are just a few of the ways the UK's exit from the European Union is being felt. That’s not even mentioning the lasting effect of the COVID-19 pandemic! Matt shares his thoughts, concerns and industry knowledge on why this is happening. 🔶 ASK MATT YOUR QUESTIONS Have you got a question about motorhomes, travel or the leisure industry? Ask Matt and hear the answer to your questions on an upcoming podcast. www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt 📹 WATCH THE PODCAST Watch and subscribe on YouTube @MotorhomeMatt LISTEN🔸SUBSCRIBE🔸REVIEW🔸SHARE Help grow our community by leaving a review and sharing on your favourite app. The Motorhome Matt podcast is brought to you by That Leisure Shop, camping and leisure vehicle accessory specialists, ready for the adventure. Get £10 off your first order over £100 with the code MOTORHOMEMATT. Thanks for listening!
Jan 11, 2022 · 15 min
How to make money from your motorhome
The huge demand for motorhomes is continuing to grow this year, and with prices going through the roof, many people are looking to hire rather than buy. There has also been a big boom in the number of motorhomes available for hire in the UK. So, how can you go about generating income from your motorhome? Matt and Keith are here to explore and explain all the options. 🔶 ASK MATT YOUR QUESTIONS Have you got a question about motorhomes, travel or the leisure industry? Ask Matt and hear the answer to your questions on an upcoming podcast. www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt 📹 WATCH THE PODCAST Watch and subscribe on YouTube @MotorhomeMatt LISTEN🔸SUBSCRIBE🔸REVIEW🔸SHARE Help grow our community by leaving a review and sharing on your favourite app. The Motorhome Matt podcast is brought to you by That Leisure Shop, camping and leisure vehicle accessory specialists, ready for the adventure. Get £10 off your first order over £100 with the code MOTORHOMEMATT. Thanks for listening!
Jan 4, 2022 · 14 min
Omicron, staycations and booking a motorhome holiday for 2022
What is in store for UK holidays and travel in 2022? Staycation is the term being used for a UK holiday, a trend that is likely for 2022 given the landscape we are still on with foreign holidays still looking uncertain. Motorhome holidays are here to stay and motorhome prices are still on the up with new often cheaper than used! Why is that? Matt explains more. It could be a busy year for motorhome hire companies too, so what should you do to make sure you've got yours booked? Matt stares into his crystal ball with Keith Gooden and makes a few predictions for the year ahead around Omicron, Staycations and booking a motorhome holiday for 2022. Listen in for his thoughts, predictions and, as always, some expert advice. 🔶 ASK MATT YOUR QUESTIONS Have you got a question about motorhomes, travel or the leisure industry? Ask Matt and hear the answer to your questions on an upcoming podcast. www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt 📹 WATCH THE PODCAST Watch and subscribe on YouTube @MotorhomeMatt LISTEN🔸SUBSCRIBE🔸REVIEW🔸SHARE Help grow our community by leaving a review and sharing on your favourite app. The Motorhome Matt podcast is brought to you by That Leisure Shop, camping and leisure vehicle accessory specialists, ready for the adventure. Get £10 off your first order over £100 with the code MOTORHOMEMATT. Thanks for listening!
Dec 14, 2021 · 16 min
Holidaying abroad? Don’t!
Are you thinking of a trip overseas? Spain? France? Maybe a quick trip to Dubai? Well, that's exactly what Matt decided to do as a thank you trip to one of his hard-working team. What. a. nightmare. Tests, forms, more tests, stress, more tests, not to mention the time at home isolating after the trip! In this episode, Matt shares his first-hand experience recorded from his hotel room in Dubai. Listen in and find out why Matt believes there is a bloke sitting on his bed, selling PCR tests and making a fortune at our expense. 🔶 ASK MATT YOUR QUESTIONS Have you got a question about motorhomes, travel or the leisure industry? Ask Matt and hear the answer to your questions on an upcoming podcast. www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt 📹 WATCH THE PODCAST Watch and subscribe on YouTube @MotorhomeMatt LISTEN🔸SUBSCRIBE🔸REVIEW🔸SHARE Help grow our community by leaving a review and sharing on your favourite app. The Motorhome Matt podcast is brought to you by That Leisure Shop, camping and leisure vehicle accessory specialists, ready for the adventure. Get £10 off your first order over £100 with the code MOTORHOMEMATT. Thanks for listening!
Nov 30, 2021 · 6 min
Christmas gift ideas for motorhome, caravan and campervan owners
It's the one time of year you probably could get away with buying someone a toaster and not having it thrown back at you. And a wheel clamp might not clamp their style but actually make them smile! If you're stuck looking for the perfect Christmas gifts for motorhome or caravan lovers in your life, then look no more! Join Matt as he inspires you with some great Christmas gift ideas, from low-wattage kettles to cool cool bags, and funky furniture to sizzling solar panels… you get the idea. These great gifts are available in our own shop at www.thatleisureshop.com! 🔶 ASK MATT YOUR QUESTIONS Have you got a question about motorhomes, travel or the leisure industry? Ask Matt and hear the answer to your questions on an upcoming podcast. www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt 📹 WATCH THE PODCAST Watch and subscribe on YouTube @MotorhomeMatt LISTEN🔸SUBSCRIBE🔸REVIEW🔸SHARE Help grow our community by leaving a review and sharing on your favourite app. The Motorhome Matt podcast is brought to you by That Leisure Shop, camping and leisure vehicle accessory specialists, ready for the adventure. Get £10 off your first order over £100 with the code MOTORHOMEMATT. Thanks for listening!
Nov 23, 2021 · 13 min
Preparing your motorhome for winter
As nights get longer and days get colder, now is a crucial time to prepare your leisure vehicle for winter. Whether you own a caravan, a campervan or a motorhome there’s lots of ‘stuff’ you need to do to ensure it survives the cold - particularly if you are not using it for a period of time. In this episode, Matt shares his advice on what you should do to get your motorhome caravan or campervan ready for winter, based on years of prepping an entire motorhome fleet for winter each year. He has also written a downloadable eGuide with a printable checklist making it even easier to get yours ready! Get your free guide at www.thatleisureshop.com/winter 🔶 ASK MATT YOUR QUESTIONS Have you got a question about motorhomes, travel or the leisure industry? Ask Matt and hear the answer to your questions on an upcoming podcast. www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt 📹 WATCH THE PODCAST Watch and subscribe on YouTube @MotorhomeMatt LISTEN🔸SUBSCRIBE🔸REVIEW🔸SHARE Help grow our community by leaving a review and sharing on your favourite app. The Motorhome Matt podcast is brought to you by That Leisure Shop, camping and leisure vehicle accessory specialists, ready for the adventure. Get £10 off your first order over £100 with the code MOTORHOMEMATT. Thanks for listening!
Nov 18, 2021 · 27 sec
Welcome to the Motorhome Matt podcast!
The Motorhome Matt podcast is a lighthearted look at the can of worms that is buying, owning, using and selling a motorhome. It’s the place to find useful, honest, genuine and impartial advice on a host of subjects around motorhomes, caravans and campervans. Discover the industry trends, new developments and future plans for motorhomes and leisure vehicles in the UK and sometimes further afield. 🔶 ASK MATT YOUR QUESTIONS Have you got a question about motorhomes, travel or the leisure industry? Ask Matt and hear the answer to your questions on an upcoming podcast. www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt 📹 WATCH THE PODCAST Watch and subscribe on YouTube @MotorhomeMatt LISTEN🔸SUBSCRIBE🔸REVIEW🔸SHARE Help grow our community by leaving a review and sharing on your favourite app. The Motorhome Matt podcast is brought to you by That Leisure Shop, camping and leisure vehicle accessory specialists, ready for the adventure. Get £10 off your first order over £100 with the code MOTORHOMEMATT. Thanks for listening!