Autumn weekenders: a simple plan for warmth and comfort

Why autumn is brilliant

Fewer crowds, calmer evenings and great walking weather. Plan simple routes, shorter drives and a base camp you can set fast when the light goes early.

Pick the pitch like a pro

• Shelter from wind: use hedges or vans as wind breaks, face the awning away from prevailing wind

• Drainage: avoid dips where rain collects, choose firm ground for legs and pegs

• Overhead: park clear of heavy sap or droplet zones under trees
  (Internal link ideas: Awnings → /collections/fiamma-awnings, Peg kits → /collections/fiamma-accessories)

Shelter strategy that suits the forecast

• Awning only for fair weekends and quick coffee stops

• One side panel on the windward side to cut breeze at mealtimes

• Privacy Room for longer stays and mixed weather
  Always match panel kits to awning family, case length and mounting height.
  (Internal link ideas: Side panels → /collections/fiamma-side-panels, Privacy Room → /collections/fiamma-privacy-room, Awning size guide → /pages/awning-size-guide)

Heat without the bulk

• Draft skirt and wheel cover seal the gap under the van so warm air stays put

• Reversible mat keeps feet off cold ground and defines a tidy living zone

• Storm straps add confidence when gusts roll through
  Set one awning leg slightly lower so rain sheds away from the door.
  (Internal link ideas: Draft skirts → /collections/fiamma-draft-skirts, Mats → /collections/fiamma-mats, Storm straps → /collections/fiamma-storm-straps)

Condensation, conquered

Autumn equals warm bodies, hot pans and cool air. Vent lightly while you heat.

• Run a roof fan on trickle to move moist air out

• Cook steamy meals outside the living space when you can

• Wipe window edges before bed, keep soft furnishings off cold walls
  (Internal link idea: Turbo-Vent → /collections/fiamma-turbo-vent)

Wet-gear routine that actually works

• Boot tubs by the door for muddy shoes

• Short line under the cassette for damp socks and hats

• Microfibre towel for doors and table, dries fast and packs tiny

• Storage crate for day-two dry layers so you do not rummage

Food and hot drinks, the easy way

Think unfussy. One-pot soups, baked potatoes, skillet toasties and a big kettle. Use a wind shield with stoves, keep a fire blanket handy and never run open flames in enclosed spaces.
(Internal link idea: 12V accessories → /collections/12v-power)

Pack light, layer smart

Two base layers, one mid, one outer. Thin gloves, beanie, neck warmer. Compact down blanket for seats, small hot water bottle for bedtime. Keep slippers in a net near the door.

Quick checklist

• Awning plus one side panel or a Privacy Room if the forecast wobbles

• Draft skirt, reversible mat, storm straps and a solid peg kit

• Turbo-Vent or window on trickle to manage condensation

• Boot tub, microfibre towel, short drying line, spare socks

• One-pot plan, big kettle, torch or headlamp, spare power bank
  (Internal link idea: Starter bundles → /collections/bundles)

Morning pack-down

Run the fan for five minutes, shake off panels, wipe the cassette if wet, let the mat air while you make tea, and do a last walk for pegs and guy lines.
(Internal link idea: Care and cleaning → /collections/fiamma-care-cleaning)

Make autumn easy. Add the Fiamma panel that suits your forecast, seal draughts with a skirt and mat, then enjoy slow coffees and early sunsets without the chill.