The Van Club Becomes the First and Only Motorhome Matt Approved Club

Members enjoy 10 % of their first order at That Leisure Shop, quarterly prize draws, early-bird deals on new product launches—and more community-powered adventures on the horizon.

The Van Club, a non-profit community for motorhome, campervan and van-conversion enthusiasts, has been officially recognised as the first—and so far only—organisation to earn “Motorhome Matt Approved” status. The partnership was sealed after productive discussions at The Warners Newark National Motorhome & Campervan Show earlier this month. Matt Sims’ weekly Motorhome Matt Podcast and YouTube channel have now topped 190 episodes, drawing thousands of listeners who value his straight-talking, impartial advice.

Matt Sims (Motorhome Matt) said:
“The Van Club captures everything I love about van life: genuine community spirit, affordability and adventures done the right way. I’m delighted to give them my stamp—and yes, you’ll see me at their rallies.”

James Forrester, Co-founder of The Van Club, added:
“Matt’s nod is a huge boost for our non-profit. We run wallet-friendly rallies all over the UK where solo travellers, families and first-timers park up side-by-side and share the fun. An exclusive shop discount, quarterly prize draws and early access to new products all turbo-charge the good-times-on-the-road ethos The Van Club was built on.”

What Van Club members can look forward to

• Enjoy an exclusive 10 % off your first order at That Leisure Shop, plus VIP loyalty status with double points on every purchase. Earn rewards faster and swap your points for discounts and exclusive member perks on future orders.
• Quarterly prize draws – Four chances each year to win top road-trip gear supplied by That Leisure Shop and Motorhome Matt partners.
• Early, discounted access to new product launches – Be first in line—and pay less—when Matt and That Leisure Shop unveil fresh kit.
• Live podcast experiences – “Ask Matt” Q&As and recordings at selected 2025 rallies.
• Amplified exposure – Club events and member stories featured across Motorhome Matt’s podcast, YouTube and social channels.

What Motorhome Matt listeners get

• First-year membership discount – Sign up via a Motorhome Matt referral link for a reduced first-year fee.
• Welcome gift pack – Collect a free members’ gift at your first Van Club rally.
• Access to value-packed rallies & events – Enjoy weekends that bundle camping with family activities, expert talks and live-music evenings—often for less than the cost of a single night on a commercial campsite.

Annual membership of The Van Club remains £35 per van (two adults plus up to two children), with every penny reinvested into rallies, workshops and future five-van Certificated Location mini-campsites.

About The Van Club

Founded in 2024, The Van Club is a non-profit membership organisation dedicated to making motorhome and campervan adventures welcoming and affordable. Each £35 membership funds rallies, skills workshops and the development of small Certificated Locations. Learn more at thevanclub.co.uk.

About Motorhome Matt & That Leisure Shop

Motorhome Matt (Matt Sims) is the award-winning host of the Motorhome Matt Podcast and curator of the Motorhome Matt Approved directory. That Leisure Shop, home of the podcast, supplies camping and motorhome accessories and supports the partnership through member-exclusive offers.

Press contacts

The Van Club – press@thevanclub.co.uk | +44 (0) 121 667 0444
Motorhome Matt Media – team@motorhomematt.co.uk | +44 (0) 117 290 9000