Neale Taylor

Review of Freedom Caravans Ltd

We've had a Freedom Sunseeker for 6 months now and...

We've had a Freedom Sunseeker for 6 months now and spent 40 nights in it so far, so we feel we can make a reasoned assessment of it.
Firstly we found the caravan company at Little Haywood efficient and friendly to deal with. The caravan had been well prepared on collection with all "extras" fitted as agreed.
The caravan tows well and is little affected by side winds or passing high sided vehicles.
Cooker, hob, fridge and supplementary electric points (including for TV) have all worked perfectly so far. The only niggles we've had are with the tap (now sorted) and temperamental locks on the front boot (the inner clasps seem to get out of alignment easily). We had an external water pump (and container) fitted and it's hard to see how this is not standard given the small size of the (internal) one as supplied. The "Easy Driver" motor mover works well.
Cushions are well made but firm and, for us, do not make for a very comfortable bed. Most older folk will, like us, need to add a mattress topper (which essentially means it's easier for the bed to be left made up) but we accept that's a matter of personal preference.
The cupboards and under-seat storage are surprisingly adequate. However everything has to be re-packed from the small open fronted shelves when the caravan is on the move - an aspect of design which could be improved. The high cupboard doors by the main door open at head height, - sliding fronts would be much safer at that position.
We also feel it would be useful to have a battery monitor, as most caravans now seem to, especially with a motor mover fitted.
However we are well pleased with the caravan overall and rate it good value.
The one aspect we are least happy with is the awning which, whist made of quality materials, takes a long time to put up with around 60 pegging points. Also, though easier to erect with practice, getting the tension right for the zips to run easily and avoid a puddle collecting in the top when it rains is always a struggle.