Welcome to The Camping Crew Podcast. Join Aaron and Chris as they review camp sites in Ireland. We also discuss camping lifestyle, gadgets, products, and generally chat about all things Motorhome, Camper, Campervan, Caravan and Tent camping in Ireland, UK and further afield. Other Tags: RV, Campsites, Stopovers, Aires, etc
The Camping Crew
Claim This Podcastby Aaron Burchael and Chris Byrne
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Welcome to The Camping Crew Podcast. Join Aaron and Chris as they review camp sites in Ireland. We also discuss camping lifestyle, gadgets, products, and generally chat about all things Motorhome, Camper, Campervan, Caravan and Tent camping in Ireland, UK and further afield. Other Tags: RV, Campsites, Stopovers, Aires, etc
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April 30, 2026
Episode 203 - Demanding Pet Fuel
<p>Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne </p><p>Record Date: 30/04/2026 </p><p><br></p><p>Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne </p><p> </p><p>This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views. </p><p> </p><p>If you would like to support the podcast and you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at <a href="https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew</a> </p><p> </p><p>News: </p><p>Check out our new Facebook page: The Camping Crew Podcast </p><p> </p><p>Van life crackdown: Parts of Spain clamps down on camping as busy Summer seasons begins </p><p><br></p><p>Camping Ireland Promotes Wild Waters & Blue Flag Beaches </p><p><br></p><p>James McCartain shared on the facebook Group MotorHome Friends Ireland - Concerns raised about progress of 23-bay motorhome park in Wexford – ‘It’s becoming more of a mystery with each passing meeting’ </p><p><br></p><p>Online Chatter: </p><p>Pet Passport if you Live in the UK - The gov.uk website has been updated with new pet regulations. </p><p> </p><p>Demand for campervans in Mayo has ‘doubled’ since Covid - Calls are growing for Council action as more holidaymakers are choosing campervans </p><p><br></p><p><strong>What's on Charlie and Me this week? </strong></p><p>Charlie & Me are off to Lakeside Holiday Park Mt Shannon for the May holiday weekend. </p><p> </p><p>We have some product reviews coming up on Charlie & Me on YouTube over the next few Wednesdays. </p><p>Magnetic Stuff for the motorhome, small 300 watt power bank and handy BumBag for when out walking or hiking. </p><p> </p><p>Follow Charlie & Me on TikTok & Instagram </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Products, Gadgets, Tips & Camping hacks: </strong></p><p>Charlie & Me have an info video on what items draw what power so you don’t trip the electric hook up on site. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Troubleshooting: </strong></p><p>Fuel shortages - are you worried about your summer holidays? </p><p> </p><p>Aaron was on recently with Andrea on Newstalk LunchTime Live </p><p> </p><p>Tips to save on fuel during the current crisis. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Camp life: </strong></p><p> Are you living full time in your camper in Ireland by choice? We’d like to chat with you. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>---oOo--- </p><p> </p><p>We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast. </p><p> </p><p>If you would like a sticker for your Motorhome, Campervan, Caravan or Car just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you. </p><p> </p><p>To get in touch with us: </p><p>Web: thecampingcrew.ie </p><p>Email: CampingCrewPodcast@gmail.com </p><p>Instagram: @TheCampingCrewPodcast </p><p>Facebook: Check out The Camping Crew Podcast FaceBook page </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>We wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube called: Charlie and me our Camping Vlog and his website <a href="http://www.campsitereview.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.campsitereview.com</a> </p><p> </p><p>We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us. </p><p></p>
March 25, 2026
Episode 202 - Blinking e-bike Wifi
<p> </p><p><strong>Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne </strong></p><p><strong>Record Date: 25/03/2026 </strong></p><p> </p><p>Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne </p><p> This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views. </p><p> If you would like to support the podcast and you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at <a href="https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew</a> </p><p> </p><p><strong> Online Chatter: </strong></p><p> The feedback to our first podcast back was very good. It’s good to hear it the people kept the feed. Thank you for your continued support. </p><p> Dave Burke - Lovely surprise to see a new camping crew podcast this morning in my podcast app, great to hear you both again. </p><p>dave </p><p> Jason Carmody sent on his thanks via Facebook and said brilliant news. </p><p> Liam Reidy on Facebook: Nice 👍, you're crushing it! Keep up the good work. </p><p> </p><p>mountaintoglenthepodcast on instagram - Good to see you back. I enjoyed the latest episode and am looking forward to hearing many more </p><p> </p><p><strong>Listener messages, follow ups & shout-outs: </strong> </p><p> Robert Fitzgerald was in touch recently asking about bringing ebikes camping </p><p><br></p><p>Aine asked a q on Spotify about Blink cameras and WiFi. </p><p> </p><p><strong> News</strong>: </p><p> </p><p>Kerry County Council confirms it will provide pilot campervan facility this year </p><p> </p><p>The 2026 Irish Campsite Season is Officially open - Camping Ireland </p><p> </p><p>Calling All Coastal Campers: "Love Your Coast" Photography Competition Opens : CaravanCruise.ie </p><p> </p><p>Tipperary campervan site boosts local businesses, as calls for more facilities grow. - Independent.ie </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>What's on Charlie and Me this week? </strong><br> </p><p>We are in the final stages of planning our trip to Frace in June. Wales in July is all set up and ready to go. <br> </p><p>We headed off to Nagles in Doolin & to Ballinacorty in Arhelow for Patricks weekend had a great break. </p><p>Ballinacorty Camp site hope to have a new on site coffee shop this May/June. <br> </p><p>We met Adrian from FatBoy Solo on YouTube check him out. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@fatboysolo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@fatboysolo</a> </p><p> </p><p>This week I was preparing the HYMER & VWT3 for their DOEs both passed thankfully. </p><p>I have been doing slight body work on the T3 this week check it out on my Instagram & TikTok </p><p> </p><p><strong> Products, Gadgets, Tips & Camping hacks: </strong></p><p> </p><p>Stuff you should a few weeks before you go camping - Charlie & Me have a video up on what you should do/check a few weeks before you go camping <br> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Camp life: </strong></p><p>How do we encourage more campers from the more southern parts or Ireland to visit the northern counties? </p><p>Again Charlie & Me have a section in our Playlist on YouTube on campsites in NI. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>---oOo--- </p><p> </p><p>We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast. </p><p> </p><p>If you would like a sticker for your Motorhome, Campervan, Caravan or Car just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you. </p><p> </p><p>To get in touch with us: </p><p>Web: thecampingcrew.ie </p><p>Email: CampingCrewPodcast@gmail.com </p><p>Instagram: @TheCampingCrewPodcast </p><p>Facebook: All the good motorhome and camping groups </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>We wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube called: Charlie and me our Camping Vlog and his website <a href="http://www.campsitereview.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.campsitereview.com</a> </p><p> </p><p>We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us. </p><p></p>
February 11, 2026
Episode 201 - That was 2025, here’s 2026
<p><u>Episode 201</u> </p><p>Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne </p><p>Record Date: 11/02/2023 </p><p> Welcome back to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne </p><p> This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views. </p><p> 2025 <u>News Review:</u> </p><p> Newstalk: "The Great Facilities Debate" (Radio/National Media) </p><p>In May 2025, the national conversation about the lack of infrastructure reached a boiling point on Lunchtime Live. </p><p><a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.newstalk.com/shows/lunchtime-live-284534" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Newstalk’s Lunchtime Live</a> </p><p> The 2025 Registration "Explosion" (CSO & Business News) </p><p>The Central Statistics Office (CSO) data released throughout 2025 provided the "hard numbers" that made business headlines. </p><p> Planning Row: The Tramore Refusal (Tourism & Infrastructure) </p><p>The Story: A major planning application for a motorhome, surf, and glamping development in Tramore, Co. Waterford was officially refused in mid-2025. </p><p>Article: <a href="https://www.wlrfm.com/news/tramore-motor-park-appeal-2240059" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tramore motor park refusal appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála</a> </p><p> Infrastructure: The "Park-Up" Seesaw </p><p>A massive trend in 2025 saw Irish pubs officially adding motorhome parking to their offerings as a way to bolster rural tourism. </p><p>Article: <a href="https://extra.ie/2025/05/04/news/irish-news/campervans-rural-pubs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://extra.ie/2025/05/04/news/irish-news/campervans-rural-pubs</a> <br> </p><p>Top 10 Campervan Sites in Ireland </p><p>Deirdre Mullins and RTE published a curated list of the top 10 must-visit campervan sites in Ireland, showcasing the best scenic and well-equipped spots for travellers. </p><p>Article: <a href="https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/travel/2025/0712/1523078-review-i-put-10-campervan-sites-in-ireland-to-the-test/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/travel/2025/0712/1523078-review-i-put-10-campervan-sites-in-ireland-to-the-test/</a> </p><p> <br>New Campervan Park Planned for Narin, Donegal </p><p>Source: <a href="https://www.donegallive.ie/news/home/1970652/planning-sought-for-new-naran-campervan-park-aimed-at-high-profile-users.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.donegallive.ie/news/home/1970652/planning-sought-for-new-naran-campervan-park-aimed-at-high-profile-users.html</a> </p><p>Useful free Guide to Buying a Campervan in Ireland. </p><p> <a href="https://www.trekvanacampers.ie/post/buying-a-used-campervan-in-ireland" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.trekvanacampers.ie/post/buying-a-used-campervan-in-ireland</a> </p><p> Auto-Sleepers Expands into Northern Ireland </p><p>Source: <a href="https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/motorhomes/news/auto-sleepers-adds-camper-ni-network" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/motorhomes/news/auto-sleepers-adds-camper-ni-network</a> </p><p>New Dunfanaghy Caravan Park Granted Permission </p><p>Source: <a href="https://www.donegallive.ie/news/home/1942388/granted-permission-for-new-dunfanaghy-caravan-park-upheld-by-an-coimisiun-pleanala.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.donegallive.ie/news/home/1942388/granted-permission-for-new-dunfanaghy-caravan-park-upheld-by-an-coimisiun-pleanala.html</a> </p><p> Motorhome Park Proposal delayed for New Ross </p><p>A new 23-bay motorhome park in New Ross has been delayed for “a year or longer” due to concerns regarding its potential impact on the River Barrow. </p><p>A Journey into Ireland’s Mystical Heart </p><p>Source: <a href="https://www.irishpost.com/travel/a-journey-into-irelands-mystical-heart-by-campervan-286098" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.irishpost.com/travel/a-journey-into-irelands-mystical-heart-by-campervan-286098</a> </p><p> Vantastival 2025 Return, The popular Vantastival festival returned to Co. Louth for the last time. </p><p>Source: <a href="https://www.vantastival.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.vantastival.com/</a> </p><p> 2<u>026:</u> </p><p> The Getaway outside of Dungarvan Waterford is going Adult Only </p><p>Donegal Tourism Prioritizes Camping and Campervans for 2026 </p><p>Source: <a href="https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/donegal-county-council-outlines-2026-tourism-priorities-with-focusing-on-the-tbex-conference-success-digital-marketing-and-infrastructure-investments-growth-in-ireland/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/donegal-county-council-outlines-2026-tourism-priorities-with-focusing-on-the-tbex-conference-success-digital-marketing-and-infrastructure-investments-growth-in-ireland/</a> </p><p> Campsites or stop overs: </p><p>2025 saw season 8 of Charlie & Me we reviewed 36 campsites including our Isle Of Mann tour taking in 6 sites </p><p>What's on Charlie and Me this week? </p><p>Season 9 we are taking on Pub Stops as well as campsites this season AND we are off to Wales in July for 7 campsite reviews. </p><p> We want your input for 2026 </p><p>We welcome your suggestion regarding interesting topics, interviews, tips and hacks, camping products, gadgets, sites, etc. </p><p> We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast. </p><p>To get in touch with us: </p><p>Web: thecampingcrew.ie </p><p>Email: CampingCrewPodcast@gmail.com </p><p>Instagram: @TheCampingCrewPodcast </p><p>http://www.charlieandme.ie</p><p><a href="http://www.campsitereview.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.campsitereview.com</a> </p><p> We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us. </p>
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