
Out of Hours Emergency Assistance@tag>
We hope you are having a fantastic stay with Newmans Holiday Homes.
This page has been designed to help guests quickly resolve common holiday home issues
without the need for an engineer callout wherever possible. Many common issues can
normally be fixed within a few minutes by following the guidance below.
Please read the troubleshooting guidance below before requesting assistance, as many
common issues can often be resolved quickly without requiring an engineer visit.
Please note:
- Engineers may initially provide telephone guidance before attending
- Non-emergency issues may be dealt with the next working day
- Misuse of the emergency service may result in charges being applied
What Counts As An Emergency?@tag>
We class an emergency as something that:
• Affects guest safety
• Causes serious damage to the holiday home
• Prevents the accommodation from being safely occupied
Genuine Emergencies Include:
- Complete loss of electricity
- No water supply
- Significant water leak or flooding
- No gas supply
- Suspected gas leak
- Smoke alarm sounding continuously
- Carbon monoxide alarm activation
- Dangerous electrical fault
- Fire or burning smell
- Major roof leak
- Broken external door affecting security
What Is NOT An Emergency?@tag>
The following issues would not normally require an emergency engineer callout:
- Heating timers needing adjustment
- Low heating temperatures
- TV retuning issues
- Weak WiFi signal
- Missing utensils or kitchen items
- Remote control batteries
- General appliance instructions
- Pull-out bed setup
- Fridge not instantly cold after arrival
- Condensation
- Minor cleaning concerns
- Ant sightings
- Additional bedding requests
- One radiator not heating fully
- Standard maintenance wear and tear
These issues will normally be handled once the office reopens.
Quick Fixes & Troubleshooting@tag>
No Electricity
If the electric supply has stopped working:
Step 1 – Check The Fuse Board / RCD
The fuse board is usually located:
- Inside the master bedroom wardrobe
- In a hallway cupboard
- Near the boiler
Look for switches that are down or in the OFF position.
Reset any tripped switches by firmly flicking them back ON.
Step 2 – Reduce Appliance Usage
Holiday homes can trip if several high-powered appliances are used together, including:
- Kettle
- Toaster
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Electric heaters
Try switching off appliances before resetting the electric.
Step 3 – Check Park Power Supply
If neighbouring caravans are also without power, the issue may be park-wide. Please contact park reception or security.
No Hot Water
Most holiday homes use “on-demand” boilers.
Please Try The Following:
- Run the hot tap continuously for several minutes
- Check whether the boiler activates
- Look for flashing warning lights
- Press the reset button for approximately 10 seconds
Check Boiler Pressure
If the pressure is below 1 bar, the boiler may need topping up.
Boiler instructions are usually located:
- Inside the boiler cupboard
- Near the boiler
- On the wall nearby
If unsure, please contact us.
No Heating
Before calling please check:
- Thermostat is turned up
- Radiator valves are open
- Boiler timer is active
- Electric heaters are switched on
Heating controls are commonly located:
- On the master bedroom wall
- Inside wardrobes
- Near the boiler cupboard
Cooker Will Not Light
Many holiday home cookers have a built-in safety switch connected to the glass lid.
Please Ensure:
- The glass lid is fully upright
- The lid clicks into position
- Cooker isolation switch is turned on
The cooker switch is usually located on the wall near the appliance.
Gas Cooker Instructions
1. Push knob in
2. Press ignition button
3. Turn knob left
4. Hold for 10 seconds
5. Release slowly
6. Adjust flame as required
7. Turn fully right to switch off
Gas Fire Instructions
1. Push knob in
2. Turn left allowing two clicks
3. Hold for 10 seconds
4. Release slowly
5. Adjust flame as required
6. Turn fully right to switch off
Fridge Or Freezer Not Cold
Please note:
After arrival and filling the fridge/freezer with food, temperatures may temporarily rise.
Please Check:
- Appliance is switched on
- Plug socket is on
- Electric supply has not tripped
- Temperature setting is correct
For Best Performance:
- Set appliance to coldest setting for several hours
- Allow time for temperature to stabilise
- Avoid overfilling immediately after arrival
TV Not Working
Please Check:
- Remote control batteries
- TV power switch
- Freeview box power
- HDMI leads and aerial cables
TV power buttons are sometimes hidden underneath or behind the screen.
No TV Signal
TV signals can occasionally fail during poor weather conditions.
Please Check:
- Freeview box connections
- TV aerial cable
- External aerial positioning
- Retune Freeview channels
If poor weather is affecting signal quality, service normally returns automatically once conditions improve.
WiFi Information
WiFi availability varies between holiday homes and parks.
Please Note:
- Entertainment complexes may offer guest WiFi
- Some holiday homes include private WiFi
- WiFi may be listed as a key feature on your booking
- Signal strength can vary depending on park location
Unfortunately WiFi outages are not normally classed as emergencies.
Pull-Out Bed Instructions
The lounge pull-out bed must ONLY be operated using the front handle.
⚠ Please DO NOT pull the bed using the rear bar as this can damage the mechanism.
To Open:
1. Lift front metal bar
2. Pull towards you
3. Unfold first leg
4. Pull second leg outward
5. Push base down firmly into place
Locked Storage under seating & beds
Locked storage compartments beneath seating in lounge and beds contain owners belongings and bedding.
Please do not tamper with or force open any locked compartments.
Emergency Contact Numbers@tag>
Newmans Holiday Homes
Office Hours
Monday to Saturday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
☎ 01395 224066
Out of Hours Emergency Assistance
(Arrival Days Monday, Friday & Saturday Evenings Up To 8:00pm
☎ 01395 224066)
Park Contact Numbers@tag>
After 8:00pm and on Sundays,
|
Park |
Reception |
Night Security / Warden |
|---|---|---|
|
Devon Cliffs |
01395 226226 |
07825 308896 |
|
Ladram Bay |
01395 568398 |
07792 579401 |
|
Dawlish Sands |
01626 244737 |
07740 247486 |
|
Golden Sands |
01626 244747 |
07740 247486 |
|
Beverley Holidays |
01803 843887 |
07754 803985 |
|
Brean Sands / Unity |
01278 751235 |
01278 752019 |
|
Hoburne Devon Bay |
01803 558010 |
01803 696287 |
|
Waterside |
01803 221261 |
07960 093118 |
|
Oakcliffe |
01626 863411 |
07340 380620 |
|
Home Farm |
01278 788888 |
01278 765792 |
Emergency & Medical Numbers@tag>
|
Service |
Number |
|---|---|
|
Emergency Services |
999 |
|
NHS Non-Emergency |
111 |
|
Police Non-Emergency |
101 |
|
Minor Injuries Unit, Totnes |
01803 862622 |
|
Paignton Hospital |
01803 547171 |
|
Exeter Hospital |
01392 411611 |
|
Exmouth Hospital |
01395 279684 |
|
Weston- Super-Mare Hospital |
01934 636363 |
|
Burnham on Sea Hospital |
01278 773100 |
Thank you@tag>
Thank you again for choosing Newmans Holiday Homes.
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