Cheap awning or alternative (1 Viewer)

[Bacchus]

Does anyone know of a cheap and simple awning?

I use the van for touring mainly, one or two up, and it has never seemed worth putting an awning up but I am taking a couple of friends to Upton Blues next month and I was thinking that it might be nice to have a bit more space.

I have a wind out canopy (Fiamma I think) which seems in good condition, I wondered about getting some simple sides for it but they seem to start at around £800 which is a bit thick for a single weekend...

The van technically sleeps five so it's not essential, but it would be a nice to have.

 

[Jim]

Some people love their awnings, I love mine too, but only when it's raining. Living in Wales there is no way I'd put an awning up for shade. Can't get enough of the sun.

For a one-off like a festival, think about getting a cheap garden gazebo or an event shelter. They work well

 

[scotjimland]

One of the Funsters makes and sells awing panels.. .. @jezport

http://www.parrotsol.co.uk

another maker is Liliypad http://www.windblockers.net

have no experience of either makes..

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[Easyliving]

If you want a cheap awning, and I mean cheap you could try one of the gazebos that Aldi have at the moment - about 3m x 3m for £15! My wife will hopefully be able to get one for us later on, I might post a photo if its any good.

Paul

 

[phil1946]

We also use a cheap gazebo with sides and windows - put it up under the wind out awning and then lower the awning on to the gazebo, no need for guylines and, IMO, far easier than fixing a front and sides on the wind out.

 

[Bacchus]

Thanks for all the great ideas!

I like the sound of @jezport's awning room although they seem to be see-through which would allow plenty of light into the van but could be a disadvantage if I were to try and sleep in it.

Great idea to put a cheap gazebo under the canopy - I didn't think those things had sides, I have seen them used at barbecues and rowing events.

I think the important thing will be to drink myself a five star hotel room (c:

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[phil1946]

Our 3 metre square gazebo was either LIDL or ALDI and less then £60 with 4 side panels and 4 corner leg weights that you fill with water so light to carry. Shame I do not still work near you as you could have borrowed ours.

 

[scotjimland]

could be a disadvantage if I were to try and sleep in it.

If you plan on using it to sleep in, unless it's just for using abroad in summer.., I don't think awning panels or a gazebo are really suitable.

I know you said 'cheap' but it would be a lot better with a free standing or fixed motorhome awning ..

you can pick them up second hand for not a lot of money

just an example..

 

[Bacchus]

If you plan on using it to sleep in, unless it's just for using abroad in summer.., I don't think awning panels or a gazebo are really suitable.

I know you said 'cheap' but it would be a lot better with a free standing or fixed motorhome awning ..

you can pick them up second hand for not a lot of money

just an example..

Funnily enough I saw that on eBay this morning - a single broken pole would not be a problem for one weekend, but Manchester would be a day's driving and a tankfull of diesel which would take the gain out of bargain (mind you that would leave me with bar... hurrah!)

I have seen a couple of suitable things but mostly miles away )c:

Our 3 metre square gazebo was either LIDL or ALDI and less then £60 with 4 side panels and 4 corner leg weights that you fill with water so light to carry. Shame I do not still work near you as you could have borrowed ours.

£60 is within budget, especially if it is the sort of thing that could be used for garden parties, although I have never felt the urge to look after my guests that well in the past (c:

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[Fulltiming Felines]

Is it worth buying secondhand awnings or always buy new?

 

[Loveshack]

I’ve bought two, and been happy both times.
First one I used very little, sold it on, and made a small loss.
Second one , modified to fit pvc, and used very little. Can’t sell as modified.
Looking for a third one.
All poled rather than air beam, for payload.
Regards

 

[mitzimad]

the quest pop up gazebos are very handy once you have one you can use it at home as well

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[TheBig1]

Is it worth buying secondhand awnings or always buy new?

Most definitely worth buying second hand, but pick one lightly used. Good quality awnings hold their prices well, but expect £100 less than new for a start. Some cracking bargains to be had

 

[tinkerbell]

I’ve got a brand new air awning never used, attaches to van also And can be left standing. £300.00 pm me for more details if interested