CAMPING TIPS | Preventing Theft While Camping Or Caravanning
For holidaymakers planning a camping or caravanning trip this year, security retailer safe.co.uk has provided its top tips on how to prevent break-ins and theft.
1. Plan ahead
A little bit of planning ahead of your trip can go a long way and choosing a safe area should be a key consideration. Planning to set up your tent or caravan in a position that can’t be seen from the road will limit passers-by having a view of your belongings, deterring opportunistic thieves.
Also, rural campsites can be a good choice for extra peace of mind as they are typically less likely to have calculated thieves nearby.
2. Ditch the fancy gadgets
Consider what you’re bringing with you on your trip. Fancy gadgets and valuable possessions are undoubtedly the most appealing for thieves to steal, so unless absolutely necessary perhaps consider leaving your valuables at home.
3. Keep valuables hidden away
Deter thieves by keeping valuables out of sight and try not to make it obvious that you have them whilst you’re using them. Be sure to lock them up if you plan to leave the area for any reason, as well as during the night. Additional security measures, such as window and door locks, safes and alarm systems, can also increase protection for your belongings.
4. Be friendly and introduce yourself to other campers
Introducing yourself to fellow campers when you arrive is not only friendly and polite, but it can also help you to have a safer trip. This tactic helps to build a sense of trust, which can be useful if you ever need another pair of eyes to watch your belongings or update you about any suspicious activity or behaviour in the area.
5. Take simple security measures
Without precautions, caravan theft is surprisingly easy to pull off, which is why it’s very important to make sure that yours is secure. Wheel clamps demobilise your vehicle by attaching to the wheel and hitch lock cover and lock your towing hitch mechanisms, so both can be good investments ahead of a trip.
If you are unlucky enough to have your caravan stolen, a tracking device will give you true peace of mind as it significantly improves the chances of recovery.
Anthony Neary, managing director for safe.co.uk, commented:
“Most people have very happy memories of camping or caravanning holidays, but some, unfortunately, fall victim to theft, which can ruin the whole holiday.
By following our five simple tips, hopefully, you can focus on having an enjoyable and carefree trip that you will be able to remember for years to come, instead of falling victim to theft.”
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