Help - what else haven't we thought about...

Possibly not obvious from the picture, but it is the smallest Pegasus, the Genoa

Same model as ours,so much space for the size ,it is the third and possibly best c/van we have had since having two motor caravans, and realizing that we should not have given up the versatility of caravans,with transport to go any where parked next to it

Ps if it was possible to change my avatar the number would be 50yrs

Downsizing to a PVC felt rather like going back to a small caravan. We soon got used to it though and you learn to move one at a time. 

In 16 years of using small panel vans - firstly a VW then a Peugeot  Boxer - we have never felt the need for windscreen covers/silver screens. We have used the vans in all seasons.

RamblingSid - you will need some sort of small sign to display on your pitch to show that it is "occupied" when you go out for a day.

Depending on the heating system in your van, a small electric panel heater may be useful. It is something which can be left on safely overnight if necessary.

I wouldn't worry about what you might need. On your first trip you may have everything you require. If not, you will soon decide what item(s) to get for subsequent trips. Personally, I think that is better than initially buying items which you subsequently do not need or use.

We have a plastic box similar to <<THIS>> for storing mains lead, toilet fluid, sponge and a folding bucket etc etc .... all the stuff which with a caravan goes in your gas locker. It travels easily inside the van, and lives outside on site where it makes a useful coffee table etc. Our ramps go in a storage bag in the shower when travelling, as does our 23 Ltr Fiamma waste container and our Taylormade outside screens.. We find without the screens condensation was dreadful from October through to April. We also have a Kampa Diddy Heater which is a tiny fan heater for the cab end in the winter as heat distribution wasn't great and the cab end is cold without it. We also have a pop up tent in the summer, and that along with the box stays on the pitch if we go out.

Sid, I meet motorhomers who tow a luggage trailer for extra kit, as of course many tent campers do. 

Hmm, part of the motivation is the ability to use Lane 3!!

RS, life in a PVC is as simple or as complicated as you make it. We aim for simple and self contained and it works for us.👍🏻

I'd forgotten about the little heater! We got a compact oil filled radiator one, fits lovely behind passenger seat when on road, and in a footwell on site! £20 from Dunhelm. Great for drying odd pair of socks and a towel as well. One of our dogs sleeps on two swivel seats pushed together. She loves this heater!

Many thanks to all who have contributed to this thread.  You have given us lots of ideas and food for further thought.  Thanks again.