I am an ex HGV1 and PCV British and European driver and have driven many miles in Europe. I was an MOD aircraft crash Fire fighter Driver for twenty years. I was then a Coach driver for four years Then back to The MOD as a driver of all things great and small from a corsa to a 60ft artic includeing driveing dignatories and station VIP's about the country and the station and emergency spares for aircraft and helecopters bound for all corners of the world
I have a black Volvo V70 used for small and urgent loads.
I also use it for towing up to it's maximum capacity of 1900kg.
If caravans contain items which would take them over my towing limit I will ask for the excess to be taken by the customer in thier car to keep things legal. That does not often happen The same applies to boats and dinghy's. Whilst I know it is not ideal and we would not normally want to haveing been a caravanner for 40 years plus I can mend most things mechanical around caravans and certainly the running gear and lights and when towing I always take the apprpriate tools with me just in case. I also expect the owners to supply security equipment for caravans and trailers where possible. especially the through wheel types that are used on the caravans with alloy wheels on them. I do not take on oversized twin axle European/American caravans due to all the problems that go with them in being over width and over length.
I always work on my own and so try not to take on large jobs unless I am told there is someone at each end to help load and unload.
I am self employed.
I prefer to do tasks on a same day or at worst only have things one or two days as I don't do storage at this time.
I try to do jobs at a price that is fair to customers so I will not always be the cheapest but I will try to be the best for any job I bid for.
I don't set routes I go where the work takes me
Any bank transfers done if at all possible on the day before due to problems in the past. The few spoil it for the majority.Otherwise cash is prefered
Recent Feedback for swampysnr
| Rating | Description | Customer | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 berth tourer | ceeyote | Absolute wonderful man and his wife..nothing was too much trouble...thank you both of you for getting our caravan to us safely. Response:Not a problem it is what you pay for and I believe in a good service for all | |
| ifor williams trailer Tipping trailer NEW MODEL 2015 FULL CAGE 8X5 ELECTRIC | melvin.doughty | Very good efficient service Response:Thank you for the good feedback you yourself were very good also. Cheers John | |
| 21ft single axle caravan from Tiverton, devon to Caerarfon, wales | tonyhawkins | Excellent no nonsense service. John goes above and beyond what I'd expect. Great communication along the way. I will be using again and recommending to friends and family. Thanks again Response:Thanks for the excellent feed back Tony. See you again in the future. Cheers John | |
| 2011 Pennine Quartz 4 Folding Camper | matt.causon | Quick replying to questions -
Excellent service Response:Thank you Matt | |
| Sterling Eccles Sport 584 single axle Caravan | lcarter-1 | This is a great service! John brings a wealth of experience with him and nothing is too much trouble. John - it was a pleasure to meet you and your wife and thanks for doing a great job towing our caravan safely to its new home.
Les and Sylvia. Response:Thanks for the feedback it was also a pleasure to meet you and Sylvia and I hope to work for you in the future. Cheers John | |
| 16 ft caravan | delviv69 | Great Response:cheers Derek, Thanks for the positive feedback the same applies for you. Cheers John | |
| 17ft tourer | andy.cocker | Very good excellent service Response:thank you for your feed back, will work for you any time again. cheers John | |
| RS feva - laucnh trolley only | apercival1 | Great caring service delivering my RS Feva from Southhampton to Kent!
Great communication, good price and everything went as planned.
Will definitely use again.
Thanks!!! Response:Thanks for the feedback just ask next time you want some thing moving again. Cheers John | |
| lunar chateau 470 touring caravan | joshtr33 | Brilliant service and extremely trustworthy. Response:Thanks for your feedback just let me know if you need another movement. cheers john | |
| Fishing boat/launch project with trailer, spares or repair | dalensophieunderwood | Hi very friendly and delivery was spot on thanks Response:thank you for the feedback and I look forward to working for you again. Cheers John | |
| Gull sailing dinghy on launch trolley | rayhatton | First rate service! John was very professional and took great care of my boat. There was no rush, everything was carefully checked to ensure a safe journey. John ensured everything was "ship shape" at the delivery end before he left. On top of that he's a very nice guy who inspires confidence. It was a pleasure to do business with him. Response:Thanks for that Ray will work for again anytime . Cheers john | |
| Bailey Senator Indiana 2008 single axle caravan | mjohn59655 | Did what he said on the tin at the agreed price. Nice chap very helpful and flexible. Would not hesitate to recommend Response:That's what the job is all about give me a good set of instructions and let me get on with the job. Happy caravaning. Cheers John | |
| Elddis typhoon 4 berth caravan 1995 | ant-joinery | From start to finish a first class service,john helped us set our caravan up as we were first time caravaners, nothing is too much trouble for him , would definitely use him again , highly recommended Response:Thanks for the feedback but the help is all part of the job should you need it. Happy caravaning. Cheers John | |
| GP 14 | ali-12 | Pick up and delivery of GP14 wooden dingy. Very precious kit built boat from the 1960's. I could not have wished to have had it in better hands. John and his wife were not only two of the nicest people to meet, but handled the job with care and much patience, and a fair price. I would definitely recommend and would not hesitate to use Johns services again, it was apleasure from start to finish. John, please do not retire. Response:Thanks for that Ali, the feelings are mutual and should I be asked again I will surely be available for you even if only for return customers. Cheers John | |
| bailey pegasus gt65 verona | propack60 | we were first time caravan pitchers and if it hadn't been for John staying with us and manouvering and levelling the 'van onto the site we would have been stuck.
A very helpful chap indeed, thanks again John. Response:No problems at all, happy to help and enjoyed the company and the tea will work for again without a problem. Happy camping | |
| touring caravan | peter.ros | Fantastic, friendly service provided by John.
Kept me informed on progress of job and definately went the extra mile when he collected my caravan.
I wouldn't hesitate to use John again as he did a first class job for me. Response:Thanks for the feedback but it's all part of the job. Cheers John | |
| Vintage retro classic 70s caravan 2 berth Abi mode rare | chrissievin | Excellent service. Really useful when you want to find someone competent to deliver a large item like a caravan. Found a great person who gave excellent service, kept me updated, and was courteous and helpful when he arrived with the caravan. Very pleased. Response:Thank you for the excellent feed back and I just thought I was doing the job correctly. Thank you John | |
| to transport a boat from falkirk scotland to Teignmouth in devon, its on a | aquascapessw | I thought the whole experience from start to finish was excellent.
Having person assigned to the contract was a very good idea, and swampy was very very helpful and kept me informed.
Will recommend . Response:Thank you for the feed back, the worst bit was the last bit reversing down the twisty drive, and just a bit steep. Cheers John | |
| 3.35m dinghy on road trailer | jane.halewood | No problems, a very good efficient service Response:Good clean pick up and good clean drop off will work for again if requested. Cheers John | |
| medium caravan | nick-39 | Amazing service.Prompt & thorough.Really helpful & clearly very knowledgeable in this area.Would highly recommend & definitely use again.Thanks again for your help & assistance & the safe delivery of our Caravan.
Nick & Heather Hornby Response:Very nice couple to work for will definately work for again if requested. Cheers John | |
| TOURING CARAVAN, 19ft | izabelletaylor | Great service.felt instantly that my caravan was in good hands. John is the most prepared practical man I've met in a long time. I challenge you to find a minor repair he is not prepared and equipped to deal with. Will def use him again and highly recommend his services. please don't ever retire john! Response:As I say in my profile , I've been there, done that, seen the film and got the tee-shirt. See you when you need to move again. Have fun for the next couple of months. Hope to see you soon. Cheers John | |
| 2004 BAILEY SENATOR WYOMING,TWIN AXLE,FIXED BED CARAVAN,4 BERTH. | markblades2 | John and his Wife are a lovely couple who do a great job for their customers. As I was trying to organise this transaction from New Zealand it made communication time wise a bit more difficult, however John communicates very well, we will definitely use again in the future, can could not recommend them highly enough..Thanks John...smooth as :-) Response:great customers will work for them again if asked, Good luck in NZ. Cheers John | |
| Small Freedom caravan | k.crook46 | Very good service. Good communication in advance and on the day. Caravan delivered to exact location we wanted it. Driver was knowledgeable and friendly. Response:Excellent Customers will work for again if requested . Happy camping cheers John. | |
| 16 foot dinghy with road base and mast | info-783 | A great service, John communicated at all stages of the transaction. would definitely use again. Thanks John. Response:Just doing the job in hand, great customer will work for again if requested. Cheers John | |
| SINGLE AXLE CARAVAN | focuschoice | Excellent Service will use again Response:Excellent customer will work for again if requested. Cheers John | |
| Rapido folding caravan,about the same size as a folded trailer tent | monkeymagic | Top bloke to deal with,great communication and a pleasure to deal with.Great price for the distance.Thanks again John,hope to do business with you again. Response:Great customer to deal with. Great instructions. great communications. I hope to deal with you again. Cheers John | |
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