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Issue 485 is now on sale
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Get ready for the Practical Caravan Awards 2025!
The winners of the Practical Caravan Awards 2025 will be announced over our special online week, running from 2-8 December.
CAMC announces Certificated Location of the Year 2024 winners
Brambles in Anglesey was named Overall CL Winner, it was revealed, as the CAMC announced its Cerificated Location of the year 2024 winners.
New kit and refreshed graphics make 2025 Adrias better than ever
Everyone wants something different from their caravan – the number of layouts available is evidence of that – but there is one thing that...
Dometic launches new range of sustainable awnings at the NEC Show
The 33 models in the Tour range are all made with new Weathershield Tour material
Hobby is displaying its 2025 Beachy vans at the NEC – and they have spec added just for the UK
The tourers come with exterior decals that can come in a variety of neon colours too
The Laura Ashley Campod makes its October NEC debut
The Laura Ashley Campod can have both its interior and exterior decorated in a selection of charming styles.
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We reveal the best sat-nav for your caravan, as well as our other top...
Buying a used Ford Puma (2019-present)
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Nigel Donnelly turns his attention to the caravan plumbing in his 1998 Bailey caravan
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We share our picks for the best caravan vacuum cleaner, featuring brands such as Dyson, Black+Decker, and GTech.
The best caravan TV 2024: our top picks
The best TVs for a caravan provide an excellent viewing experience when you're pitched up in your tourer
The best rear wheel drive cars for towing: our top picks
The best rear wheel drive cars can be ideal for towing, providing balanced handling and uncorrupted steering.
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The best steering wheel lock will provide you with valuable peace of mind
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David Motton looks at luxury SUV towing options, featuring Mercedes, BMW, Kia and more
The best caravan heater 2024: our top picks
In this guide, we're sharing our pick of the caravan heaters that have caught our eye, featuring products from De'Longhi, Russell Hobbs, and more.