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Cramlington Camper Hire
Rental Terms and Conditions
Agreement means the Rental Agreement, the Insurance Motor Rental Agreement and these Terms and Conditions.
Customer means the person or persons nominated as the hirer under the ‘Hirer’s Name’ on the Rental Agreement, any person whose credit or debit card is presented in payment of the customer's charges, or any person who deems themselves to be the legal entity and ultimately responsible for the motorhome.
Rental Period means the hire period as stated on the Rental Agreement, or any variant thereof, and any additional period during which the vehicle is in the customer’s possession or control.
Security Deposit means the amount held as security by Cramlington Camper Hire in relation to this hire.
Overhead Damage means any damage sustained to any part of the vehicle, its equipment and or any third-party property which occurs above 6 feet (1.83 meters) in height measured from the ground upwards.
Vehicle means the vehicle stated on the Rental Agreement and includes Tyres, tools, accessories, the living equipment and any other equipment or documents related to the vehicle, and any other replacement vehicle which may be provided at the discretion of Cramlington Camper Hire.
Hire Centre
Cramlington Camper Hire, 19 Arcot Avenue, Cramlington, NE23 1EX.
Our vehicles are stored in a secure storage depot, therefore pick up and drop off maybe in Blyth. The details will be provided once your booking is confirmed.
You can leave your own vehicle at our storage depot for the period of the hire until the Motorhome is returned.
Booking and payment
Availability is on request and confirmed at the time of booking.
A booking is only binding when it has been confirmed by Cramlington Camper Hire and a deposit payment of £150 has been received.
These Terms and Conditions, including the Cancellation Policy apply from the point that the booking deposit is received.
Settlement of the balance of the hire charge is due 3 weeks before collection date.
For late bookings made less than 3 weeks before the collection date, the full hire charge is payable on confirmation of booking.
Vehicles will not be released without full payment of hire charge.
Payment can be made by:
Bank Transfer Debit card
Credit card (Visa or Mastercard only)
Hire Rates
Unless otherwise stated, hire rates quoted include:
VAT
Unlimited miles
UK comprehensive insurance. In some cases, Cramlington Camper Hire may incur additional charges if the driver to be insured has a traffic conviction, more than 1
insurance claim or is in an occupation which is deemed high risk. These charges will be passed onto the customers.
UK breakdown assistance. Cramlington Camper Hire will supply full breakdown cover to cover any mechanical faults to the base chassis of the motorhome. Any call out charges necessitated by the customer through operator error, e.g. a flat vehicle battery, wrong or insufficient fuel, keys locked in the motorhome etc. will be the responsibility of the customer.
Complimentary packs
The following packs are provided for free with motorhome hire booked:
Technology Pack: Television with built-in DVD player, reversing camera and dash cam.
Kitchen pack: 3 saucepans, 2 frying pans, crockery, cutlery, cups, utensils. Gas BBQ.
Cleaning pack: Various cleaning products are provided. Chemicals are provided for the onboard toilet in the vehicle.
Bedding packs: Duvet, pillows, valance/flat sheet, pillowcases and duvet cover included. (You must confirm if this is required when booking. A charge of £25 will be applicable)
* All items listed as ‘free’ are on loan to you to use for the duration of the hire period and must be returned with the vehicle.
Security deposit
A Security Deposit of £850 is taken as payment on a credit or debit card when you collect the motorhome.
For pet friendly hires, the security deposit is £1.000. Up to two small dogs allowed and beds/blankets must be supplied by the customer. Pets must be secured in the vehicle as per Rule 57 of the highway code.
The card should be in the lead driver’s name and the amount will be taken immediately.
On taking delivery of the vehicle, the customer irrevocably authorizes Cramlington Camper Hire to deduct from the security deposit any amounts due to them arising out of this Agreement.
The Security Deposit will be released within 7 working days of the vehicle being returned to the depot as per the criteria set out in section 9, Collection and return procedure,
provided there are no damages or outstanding insurance claims.
Cancellation charges
If a booking is cancelled, the following charges will apply depending on the time of cancellation;
More than 8 weeks before collection date: Booking deposit
2 to 8 weeks before collection date: 50% of total hire charge
2 weeks or less before the collection date: 100% of total hire charge.
Additional drivers
Additional drivers per rental can be added for an additional charge. They must be between the ages of 30 and 70 during the rental period. All named drivers must be present at the vehicle collection.
Cross border policy
For those travelling within Europe there is an additional charge of £10 per night for European cover.
European cover is mandatory, and you will be in breach of these terms and conditions should you take a motorhome into Europe (including Republic of Ireland) without taking out the additional European cover.
· The minimum term for European cover is 7 days.
The following countries are covered by the European insurance: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Republic of Ireland, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. Please check your route carefully and ensure it doesn't go outside these countries.
European cover is subject to approval by our insurers and is limited to 250 miles per day; excess miles will be charged at 0.80 pence per mile.
Collection and Return procedures
When collecting your motorhome, please allow 1 hour for the handover at the depot to complete the documentation and receive a demonstration of your vehicle.
All drivers must be present at the collection of the motorhome and bring their full valid drivers’ license.
International customers must also bring their passports.
Customers will also need a credit or debit card for the Security Deposit. Please see section 26 for further details.
Pick up times are to be arranged at the point of booking.
The vehicle must be returned on the correct date, and before the time stated in the rental agreement. Please allow up to 1 hour for the return handover at the depot.
Vehicles must be returned undamaged, with a full tank of diesel, empty wastewater and toilet cassette and the interior clean and in the same condition as when it left the depot, otherwise a charge will be made for additional valeting and or upholstery cleaning.
In addition, a separate toilet cleaning fee will apply if the toilet waste tank is not empty on return. Please see section 13, Rental and Other charges for further details.
If you will be late returning, Cramlington Camper Hire must be advised. Failure to advise may result in prosecution for driving whilst uninsured. An additional charge of £100 per hour will be payable for all late returns.
Motorhome Systems
Cramlington Camper Hire will carry out a full inspection of every motorhome before the commencement of hire which includes testing every system on board the motorhome to ensure they are operating correctly. In conjunction with this the customer will be taken on a tour of the motorhome and shown how each system works.
Should an onboard system fail during the hire period, Cramlington Camper Hire will make every effort to remedy the fault whilst you are away. In some circumstances, this may not be possible, and Cramlington Camper Hire cannot be held responsible and will not refund any monies should a loss of service be encountered nor have they any obligation to provide a replacement vehicle. In the case of winter hire, Cramlington Camper Hire will not be and cannot be held responsible in the event of any damage or inconvenience caused by freezing conditions. This is the responsibility of the customer.
Vehicle Acceptance
By signing the Rental Agreement, the customer acknowledges having received the vehicle in a clean condition and in sound working order in accordance with the motorhome handover checklist and with a full tank of fuel.
- The Customer also acknowledges that Cramlington Camper Hire will not refund any monies if the vehicle is returned or they cease to have use of the vehicle or an item of equipment on the vehicle prior to the return date for any reason e.g. accident, weather, theft or damage.
Rental and Other Charges
The Customer will pay Cramlington Camper Hire;
All rental charges
The Security Deposit
An administration fee of £25 per amendment of a confirmed booking or per any penalty charge notice received.
The nominated valeting fee and/or upholstery cleaning fee if the vehicle is not returned with the interior in a clean condition.
The nominated additional fee of £150 if the toilet and wastewater tanks are not emptied prior to the return of the vehicle.
The cost of refilling the fuel tank if not returned completely full:
- £2.50 per litre.
The late fee of £100 per hour should the vehicle be returned after the agreed time as stated in the Rental Agreement.
The nominated cancellation fee in the event of cancellation of this agreement prior to acceptance or delivery of the vehicle.
The cost of any damage to the vehicle or third-party property.
All government fees and duties etc.
All parking fines, other fines or penalties and associated administration costs incurred in relation to the vehicle during the rental period.
Any other fees or charges payable by the Customer pursuant to this Agreement. This includes any costs incurred by Cramlington Camper Hire as a result of any breach by the customer of the terms of this Agreement.
Demurrage; the daily rental rate for the period the vehicle is off fleet; for example, for accident repairs.
Any additional costs over and above the security deposit value should any damage exceed the Security Deposit value.
The cost to recover a vehicle if needed.
In the case of gross negligence Cramlington Camper Hire reserves the right to recover full costs to return the motorhome to the state in which it was handed over.
Errors in Rental Charges
Total charges as set out in the Rental Agreement are not final. The customer will pay any shortfall in charges to Cramlington Camper Hire and will receive a refund for any overcharge acknowledged by Cramlington Camper Hire.
Use of the Vehicle
The Customer agrees that during the rental period, they will not and will not allow the vehicle to be:
Driven otherwise than in a cautious, prudent and normal manner.
Used in a manner which could cause damage.
Driven in a prohibited area or in an area other than the areas indicated to the customer.
Driven by a person under the influence of alcohol or drugs or with a blood alcohol level more than that permitted in the Road Traffic Act 1988 (legislation.gov.uk) .
Left with the ignition key in the vehicle while it is unoccupied.
Left unoccupied without the pedal security lock applied and the TV/DVD unit covered.
Driven by persons:
Under the age of 25 years.
Who are not authorised by law to drive the vehicle.
Particulars of a proposed licensed driver of the vehicle are set out under the heading 'Hirer’s name/ contact' on the Rental Agreement.
Damaged by:
Submersion in water
ii) Contact with Salt Water
Used for any illegal purpose for any race, rally or contest.
Used to tow any vehicle or trailer.
Used to carry passengers or property for hire or reward.
Used to carry more persons than is permitted by any relevant authority or detailed in the vehicle manual or on the vehicle or specified in this Agreement
Used to carry volatile liquids, gases (other than gas bottles provided by Cramlington Camper Hire), explosives or other corrosive or inflammable material.
Otherwise used in breach of my obligations under this Agreement.
Road Restrictions
All vehicles may only be driven on appropriate road surfaces, other than for direct access to or egress from a car park or camping or caravanning site.
The customer acknowledges that Cramlington Camper Hire reserves the right at any time, at its sole discretion, to restrict vehicle movements in certain areas due to adverse road or weather conditions or any other reasonable cause.
Alterations to the vehicle
The customer will not make any alterations to the vehicle without the prior written consent of Cramlington Camper Hire.
Title to Vehicle
The customer acknowledges that Cramlington Camper Hire retains title to the vehicle and its contents, and that the customer possesses the goods on a loan basis only.
The customer does not have any right to pledge Cramlington Camper Hire’s credit in connection with the vehicle and agrees not to do so.
The Customer shall not agree, attempt, offer or purport to sell, assign, sublet, lend, pledge, mortgage, let on hire, or otherwise part with or attempt to part with the personal possession of or otherwise deal with the vehicle.
Smoking
All Cramlington Camper Hire motorhomes are non-smoking vehicles.
Cramlington Camper Hire reserves the right to impose additional valeting and or upholstery cleaning fees and charge demurrage should smoke be detected in the motorhome.
Passengers
Cramlington Camper Hire authorizes the use of these vehicles up to the number of passengers stated in the Rental Agreement.
Each person is to use the safety restraints provided at all times whilst the vehicle is in motion.
Child seats are the responsibility of the hirer to fit themselves. Children up to 12 years of age or 135cm in height, whichever they reach first, must use the correct child restraints appropriate for their weight under UK law.
Drivers
Drivers must be aged between 30 and 70 years during the rental period.
Insurance for drivers aged 71 to 74 years is by special request and agreement only with Cramlington Camper Hire and its insurer. Cramlington Camper Hire must be notified at the time of booking if any driver is over the age of 70. Additional information will need to be provided, and cover is not guaranteed.
There shall be a maximum of 2 drivers per rental.
All drivers must have held a valid licence for more than 2 years that entitles them to drive a UK category B vehicle up to 3500kg MAM.
Drivers must be able to demonstrate that they have driven on a regular basis (more than 3 times a week) for at least 2 years and feel confident driving a vehicle of the dimensions of our largest motorhome, which are 7.45m long, 2.3m wide and 3.2m high.
The Customer and any driver must be able to supply two proofs of address dated within 90 days of the hire start date. Proof must be a bank, building society or credit card statements or a utility bill. Unacceptable proofs may prevent hire.
All drivers must be present at the checkout of the motorhome; no exceptions can be made.
Production of a full, valid driver’s licence, is required by all drivers at the start of the hire. International customers will need to show a valid passport.
Cramlington Camper Hire will provide on behalf of the customer a DVLA driving summary from the DVLA website within 21 days of motorhome collection.
All drivers whose licences are issued outside of the EU are required to supply a valid international driving permit alongside their standard licence at the start of hire. This must be issued in the country where their standard licence was issued and confirm that they are able to drive a UK category B vehicle up to 3500kg MAM.
Should any driver fail to present all correct documentation and identification on collection of the motorhome or not meet the driver requirements stated in the terms and conditions, Cramlington Camper Hire will be unable to release the motorhome, and no refunds will be given.
Endorsements on licences
The customer must declare at the time of booking if there are any endorsements on their licence.
Cramlington Camper Hire can accept up to 6 speeding points that occurred within the last 3 years (charges may apply).
For more than 6 points for any conviction other than for speeding, including the following codes: AC, BA, CD, DD, DR, IN, LC, MS, UT, MR AND TT or for any driver disqualification within the last 5 years, Cramlington Camper Hire may not be able to get cover.
Insurance claims
The Customer must declare at the time of booking if they have made or had a vehicle insurance claim made against them within the last 5 years. Cramlington Camper Hire may not be able to get cover should the Customer have had 2 or more claims within the last 3 years.
Driver Occupations
The customer must declare their occupation on the Cramlington Camper Hire insurance form. Cramlington Camper Hire may not be able to offer cover for the following occupations:
Celebrities
Sports personalities
Musicians
Entertainers
Serving foreign armed services personnel/UK based embassy employees
Students
Should the driver not disclose that they fulfil one of the above occupations, even in a part time capacity, this will render the Agreement as void and the Customer will be fully liable.
Drivers are personally liable for all legal penalties (e.g. parking tickets, congestion charges, speeding fines) which are incurred during the period of hire.
Cramlington Camper Hire is unable to insure any driver with no fixed abode.
Insurance (provided all the personal information supplied is correct)
The Vehicle is insured for damage to the vehicle and the property of a third party; but does not include any personal insurance for the customer (including death or bodily injury to the driver) or cover any personal possessions.
The vehicle insurance is arranged by JK Campers.
The hire rate quoted includes a standard excess of GB £1000 per accident or reported incident. In the event of any damage to either the vehicle or third-party property, the customer will be liable for the first GB £1000 per claim.
Only persons named on the Rental Agreement are insured to drive the vehicle.
Please note that no insurance cover (including Collision Damage Waiver) is offered for overhead damage, any damaged deemed as gross negligence, or any internal damages; therefore, the Customer accepts fully liability for these, which is in addition to the standard vehicle excess should that apply. Windscreens, wing mirrors and/or Tyre damage are not covered by the standard vehicle insurance.
Cramlington Camper Hire will be not responsible should damage to personal possessions or bodily injury occur (including death) as a result of proven gross negligence on Cramlington Camper Hire's part i.e. our actions or failure to act. Cramlington Camper Hire will not be responsible for any loss which is a side effect of the main loss e.g. loss of profits or opportunity. This is separate from the vehicle insurance provided.
Vehicle Damage - Insurance Cover
The Customer is aware that:
The vehicle is insured for damage to the vehicle and the property of a third party; but does not include any personal insurance for the Customer or their possessions.
The standard Insurance does not cover overhead damage. The Customer will be responsible for the cost to repair all damages.
The customer will have to pay an excess for any insurance claim regardless of which party is at fault for the accident. The insurance excess is £1000 per claim, not per rental.
The customer will not have any insurance cover and will be responsible for the total cost of any damage if they breach any of the terms of this agreement.
The customer will be responsible for any damage caused through gross negligence.
Responsibility When Accident Occurs
In the event of any accident, loss or damage arising out of the use of the vehicle, the customer will:
Notify Cramlington Camper Hire within 24 hours of the event happening.
Obtain the names and addresses of third parties and any witnesses and report the event to the nearest police station
Complete an accident claim form as supplied
If the accident occurs in Europe then in addition the Customer must complete the European accident report form as supplied
Not make any admission of liability to other parties, settlement offer or other like offer
Assist Cramlington Camper Hire in handling any claim arising from any event including providing all relevant information and attending court to give evidence.
The customer acknowledges that the excess or other amount due by them in respect of any damage arising from an accident, loss or damage is payable at the time of reporting the event and not at the completion of the rental period, regardless of which party is at fault.
The customer will pay for any costs relating to the delivery of a changeover vehicle as a result of an accident regardless of which party is at fault.
No Security Deposit or insurance excess will be refunded until the claim is settled.
Maintenance
The customer shall take all reasonable steps to properly maintain the Vehicle, including
checking oil and coolant levels, tyre pressures and batteries.
The customer acknowledges that Cramlington Camper Hire will reimburse them for expenditure up to £50.00 reasonably incurred in rectifying any mechanical failure to the drive train and engine of the vehicle not including the water system, refrigerator, heating, audio and DVD equipment, provided that:
The Customer produces relevant receipts
The Customer has received the prior consent of Cramlington Camper Hire
The damage is not due to the Customer’s fault or their breach of this Agreement.
Subject to the terms of this Agreement, the customer will pay for the cost of repairing or replacing tyres damaged during the Rental Period. Cramlington Camper Hire will reimburse the Customer for expenditure reasonably incurred if:
The tyre is defective and is returned by the Customer to Cramlington Camper Hire for inspection; and
The Customer produces relevant receipts; and
The manufacturer accepts liability under his warranty
The Customer will be liable for any costs associated with the incorrect use of fuel. All Cramlington Camper Hire motorhomes run on DIESEL.
Credit and Debit Card Payment
Cramlington Camper Hire will accept payment by credit cards (VISA OR MASTERCARD ONLY)
When payment is made by credit or debit card, the Customer agrees that;
Cramlington Camper Hire is irrevocably authorized to complete any documentation and to take any other action to recover from the Customer’s credit or debit card issuer all amounts
due by the Customer pursuant to this Agreement, including but not limited to those outlined in section 13, Rental and other charges.
The Customer will not dispute their liability to Cramlington Camper Hire for any amount due under this Agreement and the Customer shall indemnify and keep indemnified Cramlington Camper Hire against any loss incurred (including legal costs) by reason of notifying their credit or debit card issuer of such dispute.
Cramlington Camper Hire may process the credit or debit card voucher; in the event that Cramlington Camper Hire elects to accept payment of the Security Deposit by holding an open security payment, which will be cancelled within 7 days after the completion of the Rental Period, as per clause 5, Security Deposit. The Customer agrees that Cramlington Camper Hire is entitled to recover payment from their credit or debit card issuer in respect of any amounts due which were not known at the time of cancelling the open security payment.
The customer acknowledges that all transactions under this Agreement are conducted in Pounds Sterling. Due to exchange rate fluctuations, there could be some variance between the amount initially debited against the Customer’s credit or debit card and the amount refunded within 7 days after the expiration of the rental period. The Customer releases Cramlington Camper Hire from any liability for such variation.
Payment of Charges, Joint and Several Liability
All charges and expenses payable by the customer under this agreement are due on demand by Cramlington Camper Hire.
If the Customer does not pay all charges when on time, they agree to pay interest at 1.5% per month above the base rate as published by Svenska Handelsbanken AB (publ) (‘Handelsbanken UK’) on the outstanding balance and any additional costs incurred by Cramlington Camper Hire, including reasonable legal fees to recover the outstanding money owed.
When the Customer comprises of more than one person, each person is liable jointly and severally for all obligations of the customer pursuant to this Agreement.
Terminating the Agreement
The Customer acknowledges that Cramlington Camper Hire may terminate this Agreement and repossess the Vehicle at any time, without notification to the Customer, and that the Customer will pay the reasonable costs of repossessing the Vehicle, including towing charges if:
The Customer is in breach of any term of this Agreement
The Customer has obtained the Vehicle through fraud or misrepresentation.
Any statement, representation or warranty made by the Customer in respect to himself or additional drivers is incorrect.
The Vehicle appears to have been abandoned.
The Vehicle is not returned on the agreed return date or Cramlington Camper Hire reasonably believes that the Vehicle will not be returned on the agreed return date.
Cramlington Camper Hire considers on reasonable grounds that the safety of passengers or the condition of the Vehicle is in danger. The Customer understands that in the event of such termination or repossession, they have no right to a refund of any part of the rental charges or the Security Deposit.
Release and Indemnity of Cramlington Camper Hire.
Subject to its obligation to deliver the Vehicle or an appropriate substitute vehicle, the Customer releases Cramlington Camper Hire, its employees and agents, from any liability to the Customer (regardless of who is at fault) for any loss or damage incurred by the Customer by reason of this Agreement, including but not limited to:
Any loss or damage caused by breakdown, mechanical defect, accident or the Vehicle being unsuitable for the Customer’s purpose.
Any loss or damage to any property left in or on the Vehicle, in any service vehicle or on any Cramlington Camper Hire premises or recovered or handled by Cramlington Camper Hire.
Subject to any insurance arrangements agreed with Cramlington Camper Hire, the Customer hereby indemnifies and shall keep indemnified Cramlington Camper Hire, its employees and agents against any claims, demands and expenses (including legal costs) incurred or sustained by them or any of them by reason of the Customer’s use and/or possession of the Vehicle.
Changes
Any changes to this Agreement must be in writing and must be signed on behalf of Cramlington Camper Hire and the Customer.
Warranties
The Customer warrants that all information supplied by them to Cramlington Camper Hire in connection with this agreement is true.
Proper Law
This Agreement shall be governed by the law of Great Britain.
General Data Protection Regulations
The information that you have provided to Cramlington Camper Hire will be used to fulfil this contract placed with us. We will not pass this information on to any other organization outside this company other than to our insurer and our insurance broker.
Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement of the parties and there are no other oral undertakings, warranties or agreements between the parties relating to the subject matter of this
Agreement. Cramlington Camper Hire reserves the right to add or amend the vehicle specifications and rental charges without prior notice. This Agreement does not affect your statuary rights under civil law.
Last updated September 2024.