The Campfire

Everything you need to know about driving in the UK, and getting insured

How long does a car insurance claim take to settle?
How long does a claim take? How can I make the process move faster? And what info do I need to provide? We answer these questions, and more.
Is It Bad to Check Your Credit Score? Myths Debunked
Is it bad to check your credit score? Uncover myths and facts about how credit scores work, and understand what affects your rating today.
A guide to renting in the UK
Planning a move to the UK? Get tips on navigating the UK rental market from the UK's No.1 rental guarantor service.
Marshmallow car insurance perks
Get extra value from your car insurance with Marshmallow perks. Make the most of life in the UK with discounts and offers on money apps, motoring and more.
6 expensive driving mistakes
When you’re new to driving in the UK, it’s easy to make mistakes. The road signs can be confusing, the roundabouts are enough to make your head spin.
2 Years of Data Science at Marshmallow
Data Scientist Rob Gray shares his experience scaling up the data science team at Marshmallow over the past 2 years. Discover his insights and expertise!
10 Questions with Charlie: Marshmallow Backend Engineer
Meet Charlie, the Backend Engineer of our Efficiency team. Discover his role and expertise as we ask him 10 quick-fire questions.
12 Quick Fire Questions with Caroline Gillard, Chief People Officer
12 Quick Fire Questions with our Chief People Officer. Read Caroline's insights on women in tech, diversity, & building inclusive People processes
10 Questions with Chrissie: Marshmallow Fraud Operations Executive
Get insights into the life of a Fraud Operations Executive at Marshmallow with 10 Questions with Chrissie. Discover the challenges and rewards of this role.
Achievements in Customer Retention
We’re shining the spotlight on Eszti, Csongor and Ivett, our talented Customer Retention Execs to share what it’s like to progress your career at Marshmallow.
EU-UK youth mobility scheme agreement explained
Following a major summit on Monday 19th May, the UK and the EU have shared plans to work towards a reciprocal youth mobility scheme.
Why we support migration
Back in 2018, one of Founders, Alexander, wrote about why migration matters and how we want to help, in our small way, make moving to the UK easier.
what-to-do-if-your-car-breaks-down
A step-by-step guide on how to handle a car break down. From rural lanes to motorways, here’s what to do and how to get help if your car stops suddenly.
What is third-party car insurance?
What is third-party car insurance and what does it cover? Learn how third-party only, fire & theft, and fully comprehensive insurance compare – especially if you're new to the UK.
Understanding your MOT (and what to do if you fail)
In the UK every car over three years old needs an MOT test for safety and legal reasons. Find out how to book the test and what to do if your car fails.
UK Road Signs: A Guide for UK Newcomers
To help you refresh your knowledge, we’ll look at the basics of UK road signs and share some handy resources too.
The hidden costs of moving to the UK
Don’t get caught out! These are the seven hidden costs of moving to the UK you need to know about before you arrive. Here’s what you need to budget for.
The UK’s most driver-friendly places
Discover the top 3 easiest and most difficult places to drive in the UK for newcomers.
What UK newcomers need to know about the cost of living crisis
Jacqueline Dewey, CEO of Smart Money People, explains what the cost of living crisis means for people who’ve moved to the UK...
Road Tripping with Marshmallow: The Brecon Beacons
A Welsh road trip itinerary starting at Hay-on-Wye and ending with a drive through the Black Mountain Pass. Time to pack your suitcases!
Why I Joined Marshmallow's Engineering Team With Roma Matios
Software engineer Roma Matios reflects on joining Marshmallow's Growth team.
Data Team Structure: Becoming World-Class Leaders in Analytics
Find out how we're restructuring our data team to help us become world-class leaders in data analytics.
What Is A No Claims Discount and How Does It Work?
Confused about your No Claims Discount? Discover how to get rewarded for your claim-free driving experience with Marshmallow.
Nissan insurance groups explained
Find out which insurance group your Nissan belongs to and how it affects your premium. Qashqai, Juke, Micra & more - made simple for new UK drivers.
A guide to driving in Manchester
Moving to Manchester? Here’s how to drive in the Capital of the North. From navigation tips to where to park. Just watch out for trams.
A guide to driving in London
Driving in London can look pretty scary when you’re new to it. Here’s what you need to know about bus lanes, red routes and finding somewhere to park.
Make a Crash Stress-Free with Bump!
Get all the information you need following an accident easily and hassle-free.