Embrace the Rain: Top tips for camping in the rain

We tend to be careful what we cook in the van for the same reasons. We do have an excellent MaxxAir fan which extracts most cooking smells if we can't open a window. Dr Xand probably wouldn't approve but we tend to use ready meals in the van when we don't eat out. Just hope that Waitrose apply the same high standards to their ready meals as they do to the rest of the food they sell!!! 

In a strange way rainy days have similarities to very hot days in that you often can't do much, although a nice cold beer has its attractions over a cup of tea perhaps.

David

We always cook anything 'smelly' in the awning and in that respect the electric griddle has proved to be an absolute boon. Indeed, I consider cooking outside to be an essential part of the enjoyment of being away in the van and using the griddle means I can still do it in the pouring rain!

Ros tends to pack the freezer with a lot of home prepared / frozen meals if the weather looks as if it's going to be a bit dodgy - which usually just require warming up in the microwave.

And we always make sure we have a good supply of 'beverages'.

I suppose to answer accurately you'd have to specify exactly who you're stuck inside with as to what you'd do to pass the time ;) .

Agree with some BBC can be pants, stumbled on MSN which has been quite accurate & detailed. No idea who does weather for them.

"The rhythmic sound of raindrops can be incredibly soothing, creating a relaxing and cosy atmosphere" - with you on that one, for a spell anyways .

“Camping in the rain can offer a sense of calm and tranquillity. The rhythmic sound of raindrops can be incredibly soothing, creating a relaxing and cosy atmosphere.“

Until you find your nice big Heki roof light needs resealing 😂☔️

John