Checklist to set up your Motorhome when at a Campsite or Holiday Park

Checklist for setting up, as we can all sometimes forget the essentials:

🏕️ Arrival & Positioning

1. Check in at reception and get your pitch number.
2. Park and level the motorhome using levelling ramps if needed.
3. Engage handbrake and switch off the engine.

⚡ Hookups & Utilities

4. Connect electric hookup (EHU) to the site’s power post — plug into the van first, then the post.
5. Fill fresh water tank (use your own hose if possible).
6. Set up waste disposal — place the waste water container or ensure grey water outlet is positioned correctly.
7. Check gas supply — open the gas bottle valve and test appliances.

🧺 Inside Setup

8. Turn on fridge (switch to mains or gas depending on hookup).
9. Switch on heating/hot water if needed.
10. Open roof vents and windows for ventilation.
11. Set up bedding, dining area, and storage.

☀️ Outside Setup

12. Roll out the awning and secure with storm straps.
13. Set up outdoor furniture — chairs, table, mat, etc.
14. Position waste bins and tidy cables/hoses.

📋 Final Checks

15. Check fire/safety gear (extinguisher, detector, first aid).
16. Note site facilities (toilets, showers, waste points).
17. Relax and enjoy your stay!