Campervans Touring

Campervan & Motorhome Pitch Guide: Hardstanding vs Grass, 16A Electric Hook-Up & Elsan Points

How to pick the right touring pitch, avoid tripping campsite 10A/16A breakers, and camp comfortably in all four seasons.

Editorial Team · 27 October 2026 · 6 min read

With campervan and motorhome ownership at an all-time high across the UK, understanding campsite pitch classifications ensures you never get bogged down on wet grass or arrive with the wrong hook-up cable.

Understanding the 3 UK Touring Pitch Types

  1. Grass Non-Electric Pitch: Ideal between May and September for campervans equipped with a 12V leisure battery, solar panel, and gas/diesel heating.
  2. Grass or Hardstanding with Electric Hook-Up (EHU): Includes a blue 3-pin CEE 16-amp (or 10-amp) bollard connection within 25 metres. Choose gravel/all-weather hardstanding whenever touring between October and April.
  3. Fully Serviced Super-Pitch: Features an individual fresh-water tap, grey-water drainage point, and 16A electric bollard right on your bay.

Frequently asked questions

How many watts can you run on a UK 16-amp vs 10-amp campsite electric hook-up?
A standard UK 16-amp hook-up provides up to 3,680 watts (16A x 230V), while a 10-amp rural pitch provides 2,300 watts. Always use low-wattage camping kettles (800W–1000W) and avoid running a fan heater and kettle simultaneously on 10A pitches.

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