Washing line etiquette/rules

[Andacami]

Hi All,

Off to France/Spain soon, will need to do a few laundry runs and I was wondering what the best way to dry was. I can peg out the odd wet towel of course but a small load, not sure.

I did think that a washing line attached to nearest tree or pole was not the done thing and I read that rotary lines are not the done thing on Aires, is this true?

Assuming no access to or want to use, a tumble dryer, what do folks do?

 

[MattR]

Hi All,

Off to France/Spain soon, will need to do a few laundry runs and I was wondering what the best way to dry was. I can peg out the odd wet towel of course but a small load, not sure.

I did think that a washing line attached to nearest tree or pole was not the done thing and I read that rotary lines are not the done thing on Aires, is this true?

Assuming no access to or want to use, a tumble dryer, what do folks do?

We peg out all of our washing but try and be discreet with the placement of some items.

 

[Two on Tour]

We bought one of these folding airers and if extra line space is needed, then I string a line between the door mirror and the top of the far awning leg.

Amazon product ASIN B09DCJ726Z

 

[Riverbankannie]

I always think it is best to stop on a camping site for laundry day. I wouldn’t string out a line or put out a rotary thing when on aires. A nice day is preferable so you want to be able to sit out with table and chairs anyway whilst waiting for washing.

A bungee strung between cab overhead grab handles can be used for socks and pants with plenty of ventilation.

 

[scotjimland]

On aires or sites I wouldn't run out a washing line, but the bike rack is a useful place for drying towels etc.
Some sites have a laundry room with designated drying areas ..

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[Two on Tour]

Here's a My Maps of site, fuel station and supermarket-based washing machines that I and Manic have been adding to on and off as we come across them.
Anybody is welcome to use it and add to it and then re-post it for others to use.

Outside Laundry Locations - Nick - Google My Maps

Map of laundry machine locations

www.google.com

 

[Riverbankannie]

On aires or sites I wouldn't run out a washing line, but the bike rack is a useful place for drying towels etc.
Some sites have a laundry room with designated drying areas ..

I am a drying in the sun type of person

 

[IRHP]

On Aires no but on a site if there's a handy tree it's getting a line tied to it. Usually to the wing mirror. It's usually only there for a few hours. Everyone has to do it I don't see an issue. If it was wrong there would be campsite rules about it. It's a lot better than these huge enclosures that some set up claiming their territory.

 

[Taran_Las]

You're supposed to wash stuff? ​

 

[TDub49]

Hi All,

Off to France/Spain soon, will need to do a few laundry runs and I was wondering what the best way to dry was. I can peg out the odd wet towel of course but a small load, not sure.

I did think that a washing line attached to nearest tree or pole was not the done thing and I read that rotary lines are not the done thing on Aires, is this true?

Assuming no access to or want to use, a tumble dryer, what do folks do?

Depending on where we are and what way around we are on the pitch, we use one of these hanging on the bike rack https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/39432828...d=link&campid=5338547443&toolid=20001&mkevt=1 or a washing line strung between the legs of the wind out awning or a line running to a convenient tree, lamp post or whatever. The trick is to look at what others are doing, do only the bare necessities (no domestic size washes so little and often if possible) and not worry too much.

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[scotjimland]

I am a drying in the sun type of person

likewise..

the site laundry facilities I mentioned also have outside drying lines..

 

[Folkranger]

We have one of these. Takes no room, can be stood discretely where you want or can be moved to follow the sun. Wouldn't need to dry on an aire.

 

[Mr porky]

If attaching to a tree or fence be careful of ants.

 

[EuroTrotters]

Just don’t block neighbours views . We did it once and the neighbour was a bit curt in telling us he COULD still see the lake from his drivers seat but didn’t like to see our airer .

We didn’t move it due to his rudeness

 

[Imala615]

We have a couple of these (open window and fit there ) but for a big wash bedding etc we have never failed to find a 24 hr wash and drier.

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[Dramfineday]

Here's a My Maps of site, fuel station and supermarket-based washing machines that I and Manic have been adding to on and off as we come across them.
Anybody is welcome to use it and add to it and then re-post it for others to use.

Outside Laundry Locations - Nick - Google My Maps

Map of laundry machine locations

www.google.com

Hi ToT one I spotted (if you wouldn't mind adding for us) - Benmar Service station / Moffat post office

 

[Two on Tour]

Hi ToT one I spotted (if you wouldn't mind adding for us) - Benmar Service station / Moffat post office

Added to the map, plus a couple we used on our recently Italian trip.

Outside Laundry Locations - Nick - Google My Maps

Map of laundry machine locations

www.google.com

 

[The Coops]

If attaching to a tree or fence be careful of ants.

Or just hang up across the cab of your motorhome all your t shirts etc...................anyone we know?

 

[Imala615]

Hi ToT one I spotted (if you wouldn't mind adding for us) - Benmar Service station / Moffat post office

Noticed this year in France besides the Revolution launderettes one of the hypermarkets (cant remember which ) seem to be installing their own.
links,for revolution change the country at the top.

https://stores.revolution-laundry.com/en-uk

Wash.ME Ireland| Revolution Laundry

Quick and easy wash and dry. Find your nearest launderette.

www.revolutionlaundry.ie

 

[AndyPK]

A bungee strung between cab overhead grab handles can be used for socks and pants with plenty of ventilation.

My pants have plenty of ventilation, Riverbankannie ……..!!!

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[Just smiffy]

Wouldn’t put much out on an aire or somewhere public, but book a site for the day/night with washing and drying machines or if sunny peg out on pitch and at only €15-20 a night it’s no big deal…

 

[gerry mcg]

Nae G Strings!!

 

[ctc]

On a French site the warden said a washing line was fine . The 2 nearest trees were some distance apart, our new line just reached. Our washing was hung out, within an hour the line was full. When ours was dry that space was occupied.

 

[Andacami]

I always think it is best to stop on a camping site for laundry day. I wouldn’t string out a line or put out a rotary thing when on aires. A nice day is preferable so you want to be able to sit out with table and chairs anyway whilst waiting for washing.

A bungee strung between cab overhead grab handles can be used for socks and pants with plenty of ventilation.

Thank you, I had not considered the obvious, a chill-out washing, lounging around a site day or two - I like that idea

 

[gus-lopez]

Only site I have used in France stipulates must not be able to be seen from the road.

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[ChrisL]

There are wasing machines at Doddington services north bound at the side of Greggs in the coach/caravan park if anyone is passing and needs them.

 

[Two on Tour]

There are wasing machines at Doddington services north bound at the side of Greggs in the coach/caravan park if anyone is passing and needs them.

Is that Doddington services or Toddington services on the M1?

 

[ChrisL]

Is that Doddington services or Toddington services on the M1?

My bad, Toddington on the M1, I stopped for a coffee and a baguette on my way to Oyster Sat Tech and noticed the washing machines.

 

[Two on Tour]

My bad, Toddington on the M1, I stopped for a coffee and a baguette on my way to Oyster Sat Tech and noticed the washing machines.

Added to the map.

Outside Laundry Locations - Nick - Google My Maps

Map of laundry machine locations

www.google.com

 

[Bailey58]

I always think it is best to stop on a camping site for laundry day. I wouldn’t string out a line or put out a rotary thing when on aires. A nice day is preferable so you want to be able to sit out with table and chairs anyway whilst waiting for washing.

A bungee strung between cab overhead grab handles can be used for socks and pants with plenty of ventilation.

I've heard of string vests but string pants?