The Campfire

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

Driving in the UK with a Foreign Licence - All You Need to Know
Driving in the UK with a Foreign Licence? Discover how to drive in the UK with your international licence and explore important regulations.
Buying a Car in the UK: FAQs Answered
Looking to buy a car in the UK? Get all your FAQs answered and make an informed decision. Start your car insurance journey with Marshmallow.
BMW car insurance groups explained
Driving a BMW in the UK? Find out which BMW models are cheapest to insure - from the 1 Series to the X5. See how insurance groups affect the price of your insurance.
Audi car insurance groups explained
Looking to insure an Audi in the UK? Discover which Audi models fall into the cheapest car insurance groups - including A1, A3 and A4.
Marshmallow: From A to Series B - Now Officially a Unicorn!
Marshmallow: From A to Series B - Now Officially a Unicorn! Discover how we raised $85m in our Series B round, propelling our value to over $1.25bn.
A techie, a car and a whole lot of life admin
Pujitha is an Engineering Manager at Marshmallow. Born in India, this is her story of moving to the UK and why she loves working here.
Car Insurance in the UK: A Simple Guide
Looking for car insurance in the UK? Get a simple guide to buying your first policy and learn about the key differences compared to other countries.
We’ve got a new mission-led ad campaign
We’ve launched a new marketing campaign with the help of Wake the Bear and Uncommon Experience Studio. Here's what you need to know.
A guide to UK public transport
Find out how to use public transport in the UK. From trams and trains to cabs and planes – save money on tickets and get to where you’re going quicker.
Things to do in week one of your move to the UK
Your essential checklist for moving to the UK. How to register with a doctor, sort your visa documents and make new friends. It’s going to be a busy week!
The 7 UK driving etiquette rules you need to know
From the polite to the puzzling – some things UK drivers do don’t seem to make sense. Find out what it all means with these seven unwritten road rules explained.
5 mistakes to avoid when house hunting in the UK
Steer clear of these common new renter mistakes and find your perfect first house or flat in the UK. Spot scams, stay safe and welcome to your new home!
4 common scams to look out for as a UK newcomer
Like every country in the world, the UK has its fair share of fraudsters. Often these scams prey on common fears, exploiting people when they’re feeling unsure and anxious.
4 car insurance scams to watch out for
Car insurance scams are big business for criminals. From cash for crash to bogus claims, find out what to look for and how to report a scam.
15 confusing British phrases that need translating
Moving to the UK? Get ready to speak a whole new language – British. No, not ‘English’ – you’ve got that down already.
10 surprising UK driving laws
From keeping your car clean to driving with your dog. Get to know some of the odd, unique and lesser-known laws for driving in the UK.