TOURING
TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR CARAVAN HIRE
The
Hirer
1. The hirer must be the person who is driving the vehicle that
will be towing the caravan during the hire period and whose name
the towing vehicle is registered to.
2. The Hirer must notify his/hers insurance company that a hired
caravan is being towed..
3. The hirer must be a minimum of 25 years old.
Hirer's
Responsibility
1. The hirer must use the security equipment supplied at all
times when caravan is attached and not attached to tow vehicle.
2. The hirer must take all-reasonable care of the caravan and
all equipment at all times until it is returned to myself at the
end of hire period.
3. The hirer is responsible for the first £500.00 towards
any accidental damage caused to the caravan and for the total
cost incurred by malicious damage.
4. The hirer shall not let the caravan be towed at a greater speed
than 60 m.p.h.
5. Only the hirer or named driver at time of hire to be allowed
to tow the caravan.
6. The hirer will not lend hire or lease the caravan or any of
its equipment to a third party.
7. The hirer must supply a rear number plate as of the tow vehicle
reg. no.
8. The hirer will not take the caravan out of the U.K. unless
stated at time of booking.
The
Hirer MUST:
1. Ensure that his/hers vehicle is properly equipped and capable
of towing a caravan, legally.
2. Inform his/hers Insurance company of his/hers intention to
tow a caravan, and arrange cover as necessary.
3. Produce his/hers driving licence and valid insurance certificate
at the time of collection. Also produce the original Vehicle Registration
document. in order that a number plate can be made for the back
of the caravan. This is a legal requirement from the DVLA since
January 2003. No number plate can be produced without this document.
4.Return the caravan to the point of collection except by prior
agreement with myself.
5. Advise myself immediately in the event of an accident and
record any relevant details.
6. Inform myself of any malfunctions or defects, whereupon I
will endeavour to repair or arrange repairs of the defect. I regret
I cannot accept any claims for damages, or malfunctions.
7. If the caravan is left unoccupied overnight the insurance
is not valid and the hirer will be responsible for any damage
or if it is stolen.
8. At no time must the caravan be left unattended at motorway
services, restaurants etc as this is an ideal opportunity for
theives.
9. At no time must the Hirer commission repairs or modifications
to the caravan without prior agreement by myself
10. At no time must the Hirer remove or deface any manufactures
marks.
11. DVLA Legal requirements since 1997 no one who passed their
test after this date is eligible to tow a caravan without taking
a trailer test. Also insurance cannot be provided for anyone under
the age of 25 years.
12. Hire Fees are due in full 21 days before the hire period
commences. Deposits will be forfeit if cancellation is made up
to 6 weeks prior to departure, with the full hire fee due if the
caravan cannot be re-let.
The hirer is comprehensively insured in respect of the caravan
with an excess of £500.00. In the event of theft or malicious
damage and the hirer is responsible, this will not be covered
under the insurance. Please contact 01737-213967 in the event
of an accident. The Hirer must inform his own insurers that the
car is being used for towing as the third part risk in respect
of the caravan must, by law, be covered by the Insurance Company
of the vehicle that is towing the caravan. Loss of any personal
belongings are not included.
I will undertake to supply my caravan with roadworthy tyres plus
a spare wheel and tyre. Should a tyre become un-roadworthy during
the hire period, the hirer will be held responsible for replacement
and charges.
Liability:
I cannot accept liability for any third party claims, accidental
damage to your party, property or for any relative expenses incurred
for any reasons, except claims covered by the insurance policy
on the caravan.
Tow
bar, lighting and legal requirements:
A tow bar of adequate strength and construction must be fitted
to your car. Also you must have fitted a Alko tow ball or similar
extended neck type,(CLICK
LINK BELOW FOR DETAILS) if not I can hire one
to you for an extra £20.00. Also a seven pin lighting socket,
which must be mounted and correctly wired before collection of
the caravan. Towing mirrors are a legal requirement if your caravan
is wider than your car, as the law states that when towing a caravan
you must have adequate view of the rear of the car and along both
sides of your caravan. The maximum towing speed limit in the UK
is 60 mph and caravans are not allowed in the fast lane of the
motorways.
Alko
Tow ball details click here
Rear
Number Plate:
The hirer must supply a rear number plate as of the tow vehicle
reg. no. This is a legal requirement from the DVLA since January
2003.
What you need
The number plate supplier will need to see at least one document
from each of the lists below. This will allow the number plate
supplier to confirm your name, address and entitlement to the
registration number. All documents must be original, not copies.
Documents to confirm your identity
One of the following:
Driving licence, whether or not issued in the United Kingdom (UK)
(with or without a photo)
A bill from your electricity, gas or water supplier, a landline
telephone bill, a council tax bill or rates bill in Northern Ireland
(issued within the last six months)
A bank or building society statement (issued within the last six
months)
A passport, whether or not issued in the UK
A national identity card issued by the government of a state or
territory other than the UK
A debit or credit card issued by a bank or building society
A police warrant card
An armed forces identity card
Documents to establish your entitlement to the registration number
One of the following:
Vehicle registration certificate (V5C or V5CNI)
New keeper supplement (V5C/2 or V5C/2NI)
Certificate of entitlement (V750 or V750NI) to a vehicle registration
number
Retention document (V778) (not applicable in Northern Ireland)
A renewal reminder for a tax disc or SORN (V11 or V11NI)
Temporary registration certificate (V379 or V379NI)
A number plate authorisation certificate (V948) with an official
stamp from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), Driver
and Vehicle Agency (DVA) or Vehicle and Operator Services Agency
(VOSA)
A letter of authorisation from a fleet operator (including lease
or hire company) - the letter must quote the document reference
number from the registration certificate
AT
TIME OF COLLECTION
The
hirer must produce documents listed below.
1. A valid driving licence, plastic and counterpart.
2. The vehicle registration documentation of towing vehicle.
3. A valid fully comprehensive insurance certificate for the duration
of the hire.
4. A valid MOT certificate.
5. Two forms of identification (i.e. passport utility bill).
6. A valid AA or similar breakdown cover which will enable the
caravan to be towed back to pick up point. (If you have no breakdown
cover and you have a breakdown, then a charge of £1.00 per
mile will be made from pick up point to where the caravan is,
this will be deducted from the deposit.)
7. A cash deposit of £500.00 is required, this will be refunded
to you after a inspection of the vehicle upon its return (caravan
to be left clean and free of damage. Toilet to be empty or a fee
of £30.00 will be deducted from this)
Documents that are required on the day of collection is both
parts of your driving license, another form of photographic ID
such as passport, two utility bills and insurance certificate.Failure
to provide this required identification will result in loss of
reservation deposit and immediate cancellation of the caravan
hire, no excuses accepted. You will also be required to bring
your registration plate so it can be fixed to the back of the
caravan whilst towing.
For European travelling, Euro cover is added on to the insurance
plus the cost of European Breakdown cover with the AA.
Collections,
Returns and Deposit
The
Hirer MUST:
A returnable deposit of £500.00 is held during the period
of hire. The deposit will not be refunded in the event of loss
of equipment, damage to tyres, breakage of windows and loss of
roof lights. The deposit is over and above the hire fee and is
refundable subject to :-
1. The caravan being returned in a clean and undamaged condition,
no breakages, loss of roof lights, damage to tyres etc..
2. A charge of up to £50:00 will be made should the caravan
require extensive cleaning.
3. A charge of £30.00 will be made if the cassette toilet
is not emptied and cleaned.
4. A charge of £10:00 per hour will be made in respect
of late returns, except by prior arrangement between myself and
the client.
5. A charge of £50:00 will be made should it be necessary
for myself to collect the caravan within a 40 mile radius of the
collection point or £2:00 per mile beyond that distance.
6. All hire fees have been paid
7. AT NO TIME MUST DOGS OR OTHER ANIMALS BE ALLOWED IN THE CARAVAN,
AS THE NEXT HIRER MIGHT BE ALLERGIC TO ANIMALS. FAILURE TO COMPLY
THE HIRER WILL FORFEIT THEIR DEPOSIT.
8. THE CARAVAN IS NON-SMOKING. If smoking is detected in the
caravan the hirer forfeits their deposit.
9. No bicycles are to be carried in the caravan.
10. All equipment supplied in the caravan i.e. Crockery pots
& pans etc., must be left clean. Any loss or damages are chargeable.
NOTE:
THE TOILET CASSETTE MUST BE EMPTY AND CLEAN ON ITS RETURN FAILURE
TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN £30.00 BEING DEDUCTED FROM YOUR
DEPOSIT.
BREAKDOWNS
/ ACCIDENTS
1. In the event of an accident or breakdown, you must report this
to myself by phone A.S.A.P.
2. The hirer is responsible for damage/punctures to tyres, and
damage to front screens from stone chips etc.
3. In the event of an accident or breakdown, no refund is given
and it is the hirers responsibility to ensure the caravan and
contents are returned on time.
4. I cannot be held liable for travel, accommodation recovery
costs etc. rising from breakdowns or accidents what so ever.
CANCELLATIONS
& LIABILITIES
1. I will make every effort to ensure the caravan is available
and to your requirements at time of hire.
2. I reserves the right to substitute another caravan size for
size or cancel if a caravan is late being returned or unsuitable
for hire.
3. A non refundable £150.00 deposit is required at time
of booking.
I
HAVE READ AND AGREED TO ABIDE BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS STATED
AND SIGNED THE BOOKING FORM AS CONFIRMATION
Please
call or e-mail for details and prices.
