About us
Hello. We're Jason and Hazel. I've been an electrical engineer since leaving the RAF in 2005. I work in the renewables industry which is very challenging and rewarding. Hazel runs a landscape gardening business and keeps very busy in the Peterborough area.
In 2021, during the Covid-19 lockdown in the UK, we started to think how amazing it would be to have a campervan, and visit those amazing destinations in the UK and Europe. So.....we decided to build Paul. After 15 months, Paul was completed.
We've had a few fantastic trips in Paul, with the hope of many more but of course our work commitments mean that we can't (unfortunately) disappear for an extended period just yet. This means that Paul was sitting on the driveway doing nothing.
So it seemed like a good idea to hire Paul out so that other people get to enjoy the freedom and comfort that Paul can offer.
And of course the extra money helps us to keep Paul in tip top condition.
Our philosophy
Paul is built for two people, he can fit a 3rd small person if required. We built him to carry us with our dog, on an extended trip across Europe in comfort and style. The van is very well equipped and has everything you would need.
We also knew that sometimes we would need to 'boon-dock' or camp 'off-grid'. For this reason we have equipped the van for extended trips away from the facilities you would expect from a site. For example, the freshwater tank is larger than usual, and the roof is full of solar panels to keep the batteries topped up. We fitted an inverter, so we could use our normal electrical items that need to plug into a 240 volt socket, even when we are miles from an electrical hook up!
With the 'blackout blinds' and low level lighting, we can even hide our presence when we park in residential areas and car parks. We have done our best to cover all options and scenarios.
We love to hear how much you've enjoyed your trip, and the places you've been. We also love to hear your ideas for ways in which we can improve Paul, or add value with additional items.
We hope that you enjoy your time with Paul as much as we have. We'll do our best to make sure your trip goes to plan.