Xiaomi enters the camper market with the SkyNomad brand · VanLife Weekly #28
Xiaomi launches the SkyNomad brand and enters the camper market. Plus new models at the Tokyo Camping Car Show and 80% of Turkey's caravan makers closing.
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VanSky index for West Ealing, United Kingdom — 71 out of 100 (Comfortable). Decide in seconds: temperature, precipitation, wind and solar output. Data refreshed several times a day from real weather observations.
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West Ealing, United Kingdom — VanSky 0 out of 100. Travel not recommended right now. Ranked #1191 of 1260 cities in the country (as of 16 July 2026).
A weather comfort index for travel: a 0–100 score. Recalculated daily from live weather data — temperature, rainfall, wind and sun.
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West Ealing ranks 156 of 1260 cities. Country average VanSky — 71.
Updated: 11.07.2026
Super E10
$2.05 /l
£1.51 · €1.78/l
116 of 133
pricier than 86% of countries
RON 97
$2.27 /l
£1.68 · €1.98/l
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pricier than 85% of countries
Diesel
$2.26 /l
£1.67 · €1.97/l
124 of 134
pricier than 92% of countries
Premium Diesel
$2.49 /l
£1.84 · €2.18/l
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pricier than 90% of countries
LPG
$1.26 /l
£0.93 · €1.10/l
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pricier than 88% of countries
A fire broke out at a site in Elmbridge Road, Cranleigh, Surrey, at about 15:30 BST on Monday, caused by overloaded solar panels on a barn. Hannah Nicholson, who lived in the static caravan and cared for her elderly mother, lost all her possessions. The family estimates repairs at £3,500–£4,000 or replacement at £7,000.
The Quiet Site at Ullswater has been named the UK's Sustainable Family Business of the Year 2026 by Family Business United at a ceremony in London. Owner Daniel Holder said the park has achieved carbon neutrality and generates 80% of its energy from on-site renewables. The park also launched a community bus service with local businesses to reduce congestion and emissions. Earlier in 2026, it received the AA Sustainable Holiday Park of the Year award and holds the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development.
A plan to change the use of 26.7 hectares of agricultural land and woodland around Church Stile Caravan Park in the Lake District has been refused. Julius and Kirsten Manduell sought permission to create additional open space for guests, but the Lake District National Park Authority concluded it would effectively extend the existing camping and caravanning site, potentially allowing caravans and tents across the entire area without further planning. The authority cited significant encroachment into open countryside, harm to the tranquil character of the Wasdale landscape, and potential damage to ancient woodlands. The application was refused for five reasons, including landscape harm and failure to address biodiversity net gain.
The Scottish Motorhome, Caravan & Holiday Home Show will take place at Glasgow's SEC from 4 to 7 February 2027. Around 200 exhibitors and up to 23,000 visitors are expected. A new brand identity with Scottish-inspired design has been unveiled for the anniversary. Children under 16 get free admission.
Actor Jason Momoa, together with British company Electrogenic, has unveiled a series of electric conversions: hybrid Harley-Davidson motorcycles from the 1920s and fully electric Land Rovers. The 1924 and 1927 Harley-Davidson Model JD bikes feature a plug-in hybrid with a 15 hp electric motor and a retained 20 hp internal combustion engine, while the 1921 Model FD received a fully electric drivetrain. The 1949 Land Rover Series I and the Series IIA 109 Dormobile camper are equipped with 48 kWh and 62 kWh batteries respectively, offering a range of about 240 km. A Schutt Industries XVENTURE XV-2 trailer with a 93 kWh battery for off-grid power is also included.
Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park in Bembridge, Isle of Wight, offers accommodation in caravans, lodges, and touring pitches. Facilities include outdoor and indoor pools, children's entertainment, adventure golf, and The Nab restaurant. Meal prices are around £15 for adults, with kids' meals at £1 with an adult meal.
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