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Maypole Caravan & Camping Accessories

Maypole Caravan & Camping Accessories

Maypole has been a trusted name in the UK caravan and camping market for decades, delivering reliable towing equipment, caravan covers, and outdoor accessories that British tourers depend on. As one of the most comprehensive accessory brands available, Maypole offers everything from essential electrical connections to security products – all designed specifically for UK vehicles and regulations.

 

Maypole has been a trusted name in the UK caravan and camping market for decades, delivering reliable towing equipment, caravan covers, and outdoor accessories that British tourers depend on.

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Maypole Straight Connecting Lead 2 x 8 Pin Plug with 8Core Cable (3M) Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
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Maypole Straight Connecting Lead 2 x 8 Pin Plug with 8Core Cable (3M)

The Maypole Straight Connecting Lead 2 delivers quality performance for camping and outdoor adventures. Why Choose Maypole? Maypole products are de...

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Maypole 25m Cable Tidy Reel for Caravan Site Leads Garden Hoses EV Charging Cables | touring caravan
Maypole 25m Cable Tidy Reel for Caravan Site Leads Garden Hoses EV Charging Cables | touring caravan
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Maypole 25m Cable Tidy Reel for Caravan Site Leads Garden Hoses EV Charging Cables

Holds up to 25m of cable Includes integral handle to help cable winding Strong polypropylene material Ideal for caravanning & camping mains le...

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Maypole Stratford Caravan Motorhome Air Sun Canopy Only, Height Up to 250cm | lightweight, 3000mm, campervan
Maypole Stratford Caravan Motorhome Air Sun Canopy Only, Height Up to 250cm | lightweight, 3000mm, campervan
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Maypole Stratford Caravan Motorhome Air Sun Canopy Only, Height Up to 250cm

MP9588 STRATFORD 3M SUN CANOPY CARAVANS & MOTORHOMES Suitable for caravans & motorhomes with a maximum awning channel height of 250cm The ...

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Maypole 25 Metre 1.5mm Caravan Motorhome Camping Extension Hook Up Cable Lead Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
Maypole 25 Metre 1.5mm Caravan Motorhome Camping Extension Hook Up Cable Lead Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure Sale
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Maypole 25 Metre 1.5mm Caravan Motorhome Camping Extension Hook Up Cable Lead

100% copper cable (3 core 1.5mm²). Not suitable for caravan site use. 230V 16 amp industrial connectors. Product Information MP3772 230V 25m Extens...

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Maypole Heavy Duty 3 Step Cradle Level Ramp Kit for Campervans & Motorhomes
Maypole Heavy Duty 3 Step Cradle Level Ramp Kit for Campervans & Motorhomes
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Maypole Heavy Duty 3 Step Cradle Level Ramp Kit for Campervans & Motorhomes

2 x Caravan & Motorhome Levelling Ramps – 4 Ton Capacity 610 x 215 x 120mm Capacity 4000kg (2000kg per wheel) Set of 2 sturdy and strong plast...

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Maypole 230V Mains Site Connector Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
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Maypole 230V Mains Site Connector

The Maypole Mains Site Connector delivers quality performance for camping and outdoor adventures. Specifications Voltage: 230V Why Choose Maypol...

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Towball Black Standard 50mm Heavy Duty E Approved Hitch Head Tow 90mm Fixings
Towball Black Standard 50mm Heavy Duty E Approved Hitch Head Tow 90mm Fixings
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Towball Black Standard 50mm Heavy Duty E Approved Hitch Head Tow 90mm Fixings

MP5003B E Approved Heavy Duty 50mm Towball Black E Approved 50mm towball is heavy duty and one of our highest rated towballs D Value : 17.2Kn S Va...

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Maypole Rear Red Reflectors x2 (Display Packaging) Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
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Maypole Rear Red Reflectors x2 (Display Packaging)

The Maypole Rear Reflectors x2 (Display delivers quality performance for camping and outdoor adventures. Why Choose Maypole? Maypole products are d...

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Breathable Caravan Awning & Tent Groundsheet - image 2
Breathable Caravan Awning & Tent Groundsheet
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Breathable Caravan Awning & Tent Groundsheet

Details The Maypole Epsom Woven Awning Carpet provides a comfortable, practical, and durable ground covering for caravan awnings, motorhome awnings...

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Maypole MP9724 Heavy Duty Jockey Wheel (48mm Shaft, 500kg Max.) Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
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Maypole MP9724 Heavy Duty Jockey Wheel (48mm Shaft, 500kg Max.)

The Maypole MP9724 Heavy Duty Jockey makes manoeuvring your caravan easier. Specifications Weight: 500 kg Why Choose Maypole? Maypole products a...

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Maypole Amber Reflectors x2 with Fixing Holes (Display Packaging) Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
Maypole Amber Reflectors x2 with Fixing Holes (Display Packaging) Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
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Maypole Amber Reflectors x2 with Fixing Holes (Display Packaging)

The Maypole Amber Reflectors x2 with delivers quality performance for camping and outdoor adventures. Why Choose Maypole? Maypole products are desi...

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Maypole Aztec Awning Carpet - image 2
Maypole Aztec Awning Carpet
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Maypole Aztec Awning Carpet

Aztec awning carpet, ideal for awnings, tents, picnics, beach, patio, decking, gardens and much more! Modern and contemporary reversible pattern. P...

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Maypole Spare Trailer Towing 10" Rim Medium Black Wheel Cover fits 20" Wheel Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
Maypole Spare Trailer Towing 10" Rim Medium Black Wheel Cover fits 20" Wheel Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
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Maypole Spare Trailer Towing 10" Rim Medium Black Wheel Cover fits 20" Wheel

Spare Trailer Wheel Cover. Made from PVC and cotton. Protects Spare Wheel. Easy to fit with elasticated band. Full colour display packaging. Produc...

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Maypole Heavy Duty 5 Digit Coded Car Steering Wheel Lock - View 2
Maypole Heavy Duty 5 Digit Coded Car Steering Wheel Lock
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Maypole Heavy Duty 5 Digit Coded Car Steering Wheel Lock

NEW! Product Information NEW! Key Features Additional security against modern day vehicle theft Highly visible deterrent 5-digit combination lock ...

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Maypole Rear Combination Lamp RH LED Stop Tail Indicator Fog Rev Reflex MP8605R - View 2
Maypole Rear Combination Lamp RH LED Stop Tail Indicator Fog Rev Reflex MP8605R
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Maypole Rear Combination Lamp RH LED Stop Tail Indicator Fog Rev Reflex MP8605R

Exclusive to Maypole. Ideal LED replacement for Aspock Earpoint 3 bulb lamps. Product Information MP8605R 10-30V LED Right Hand Vertical Combinatio...

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Maypole Home Driveway Garage Office Removable Security Post Bollard - View 2
Maypole Home Driveway Garage Office Removable Security Post Bollard
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Maypole Home Driveway Garage Office Removable Security Post Bollard

Maypole Home Driveway Garage Office Removable Security Post Bollard. Removable security post designed for concreting into the ground Product Inform...

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Maypole VW T2 Camper Van Cover Premium 4-Ply Breathable Transporter MP6582 Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
Maypole VW T2 Camper Van Cover Premium 4-Ply Breathable Transporter MP6582 Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
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Maypole VW T2 Camper Van Cover Premium 4-Ply Breathable Transporter MP6582

Suitable for all models of VW Type 2 camper vans. Made from 4-ply water resistant breathable material Product Information MP6582 VW T2 Grey Camper ...

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Maypole Caravan Trailer Mirror Glass Extension Towing Mirrors 8322 Convex Car Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
Maypole Caravan Trailer Mirror Glass Extension Towing Mirrors 8322 Convex Car Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
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Maypole Caravan Trailer Mirror Glass Extension Towing Mirrors 8322 Convex Car

Single Extension Towing Mirror. Extends your field of vision. Convex glass for wider field of vision. Fits most vehicles. Universal strap fixings. ...

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Breathable Caravan Awning Groundsheet 2.5m X 3.0m Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
Breathable Caravan Awning Groundsheet 2.5m X 3.0m Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
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Breathable Caravan Awning Groundsheet 2.5m X 3.0m

The Streetwize Breathable Caravan Awning Groundsheet extends your living area with quality outdoor shelter. Product Information This supreme awning...

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Maypole Heavy Duty Single Gauge Compact Foot Pump For Car Bycycle Tyres MP790 Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
Maypole Heavy Duty Single Gauge Compact Foot Pump For Car Bycycle Tyres MP790 Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
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Maypole Heavy Duty Single Gauge Compact Foot Pump For Car Bycycle Tyres MP790

Single heavy duty foot pump suitable for: cars, motorcycles, bicycles, air mattresses and sports balls Product Information MP790 Single Heavy Duty ...

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Maypole Standard Duty Split Clamp for 48mm Jockey Wheels Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
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Maypole Standard Duty Split Clamp for 48mm Jockey Wheels

The Maypole Standard Duty Split Clamp provides practical lighting for your campsite. Why Choose Maypole? Maypole products are designed with quality...

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M16 NUTS BOLTS X 45MM & SHAKEPROOF WASHERS (PAIR)

Maypole M16 nuts, bolts and shakeproof washers in a 45mm length pair pack — designed for fitting flange-mount towballs to caravan and trailer towba...

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CONVERSION ADAPTOR 13PLG-2x7SKT JAEGER BK - View 2
CONVERSION ADAPTOR 13PLG-2x7SKT JAEGER BK
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CONVERSION ADAPTOR 13PLG-2x7SKT JAEGER BK

CONVERSION ADAPTOR 13PLG-2x7SKT JAEGER BK. Jaeger universal adaptor is ideal for connecting trailer and caravans with 12N & 12S 7 pin connector...

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Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5m X 5.5m Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5m X 5.5m Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
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Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5m X 5.5m

The Streetwize Breathable Caravan Awning Tent extends your living area with quality outdoor shelter. Product Information This supreme awning carpet...

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Maypole Wychbold Sun Canopy Poled 260CM Low Caravan Motorhome Camper Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
Maypole Wychbold Sun Canopy Poled 260CM Low Caravan Motorhome Camper Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
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Maypole Wychbold Sun Canopy Poled 260CM Low Caravan Motorhome Camper

UPDATED COLOUR SCHEME FOR 2026 Product Information UPDATED COLOUR SCHEME FOR 2026 Key Features Suitable for campervans with an awning channel heig...

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M16 NUTS BOLTS X 75mm & SHAKEPROOF WASHERS (PAIR) DP
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M16 NUTS BOLTS X 75mm & SHAKEPROOF WASHERS (PAIR) DP

Maypole M16 nuts, bolts and shakeproof washers in a 75mm length pair pack — designed for fitting flange-mount towballs to drop plates or thick towb...

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Wireless Rechargeable LED Amber Warning Beacon Light 12/24V, IP67 - MP4099 - View 2
Wireless Rechargeable LED Amber Warning Beacon Light 12/24V, IP67 - MP4099
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Wireless Rechargeable LED Amber Warning Beacon Light 12/24V, IP67 - MP4099

The Maypole MP4099 wireless rechargeable amber warning beacon provides high-visibility 360° amber flashing light without any wiring. The magnetic b...

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Breathable Caravan Awning Groundsheet 2.5M X 2.5M Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
Breathable Caravan Awning Groundsheet 2.5M X 2.5M Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
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Breathable Caravan Awning Groundsheet 2.5M X 2.5M

The Streetwize Breathable Caravan Awning Groundsheet extends your living area with quality outdoor shelter. Product Information This supreme awning...

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Maypole Multifunctional OBD2 Diagnostic Tool - Bluetooth, Live Data, IM Readiness - View 2
Maypole Multifunctional OBD2 Diagnostic Tool - Bluetooth, Live Data, IM Readiness
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Maypole Multifunctional OBD2 Diagnostic Tool - Bluetooth, Live Data, IM Readiness

The Maypole Bluetooth OBD2 diagnostic tool connects wirelessly to your smartphone or tablet, turning it into a fully featured car diagnostic scanne...

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Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5m X 5.0m Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5m X 5.0m Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
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Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5m X 5.0m

The Streetwize Breathable Caravan Awning Tent extends your living area with quality outdoor shelter. Product Information This supreme awning carpet...

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Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5M X 3.5M Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5M X 3.5M Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
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Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5M X 3.5M

The Streetwize Breathable Caravan Awning Tent extends your living area with quality outdoor shelter. Product Information This supreme awning carpet...

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Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5m X 6.0m Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5m X 6.0m Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
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Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5m X 6.0m

The Streetwize Breathable Caravan Awning Tent extends your living area with quality outdoor shelter. Product Information This supreme awning carpet...

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Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5M X 4.0M Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5M X 4.0M Streetwize - UK Camping And Leisure
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Breathable Caravan Awning Tent Groundsheet 2.5M X 4.0M

Details The Maypole Epsom Woven Awning Carpet provides a comfortable, practical, and durable ground covering for caravan awnings, motorhome awnings...

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Maypole MP251P 3' 0.915M Trailer Lighting Board + 4 Meter Cable & 7 Pin Plug Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
Maypole MP251P 3' 0.915M Trailer Lighting Board + 4 Meter Cable & 7 Pin Plug Maypole - UK Camping And Leisure
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Maypole MP251P 3' 0.915M Trailer Lighting Board + 4 Meter Cable & 7 Pin Plug

Box quantity 10. Standard ex-stock. Manufactured in the UK. Quality trailer boards from Maypole Product Information MP251P 0.92m Trailer Board With...

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Maypole Multi Purpose 1m Security Chain with Integral 5 Digit Combination Lock | lightweight
Maypole Multi Purpose 1m Security Chain with Integral 5 Digit Combination Lock | lightweight
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Maypole Multi Purpose 1m Security Chain with Integral 5 Digit Combination Lock

Highly visible deterrent Strong & robust zinc plated steel link chain 6mm chain link thickness 1m length Includes integral 5 digit combination...

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Maypole Ford Transit Custom Internal Thermal Blind | summer, winter
Maypole Ford Transit Custom Internal Thermal Blind | summer, winter
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Maypole Ford Transit Custom Internal Thermal Blind

Details Stay comfortable in every season with the Maypole Internal Thermal Blind Set for Ford Transit Custom vans. Designed to improve insulation a...

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