Advice
How to keep rodents out of your caravan
Diamond Dave shares his top tips for keeping your van free of rodents
Advice
Advice
9 pre-tour checks every caravanner should do
Whether you're experienced or are still relatively new to caravanning, there are some crucial checks to carry out before the new season begins
Advice
Preparing your tow car for the new season
A few basic checks and maintenance tasks will make your vehicle road-ready for towing
Tow Cars
Used Škoda Kodiaq (2016-present) tow car buyer
The spacious and confident Kodiaq ticks all the right boxes, says Euan Doig
Advice
How to brighten your caravan awning light
Sam Coles shows you how to boost your light and save power
Habitation Matters
How to clean a Carver 4000A Fanmaster and replace the switch controls
Prolong your heating system’s life with some basic maintenance, says Nigel Hutson
Advice
Download our free ebooks for all the caravan tips you could need
Our free ebooks are full of caravanning advice, tips and tricks, ideal for both the first time caravan owner and the seasoned tourer
Used Caravan Buying
Used Elddis Xplore 302 (2010) van buyer
Lightweight and comfortable, this is an excellent buy for first-timers, says Andrew Jenkinson
Towing
Traction in tow cars
Pulling power is one thing, but turning it into traction is quite another, explains Ian Shaw
Advice
Best estate tow car: our top picks
If you rarely travel light, one of the best estate tow cars could be ideal
Tow Cars
The importance of tow car suspension
Suspension systems have to carry load, lateral force and huge expectations, explains Ian Shaw
Tow Cars
Choosing the right tow car engine
When it comes to engine type, the choice has never been wider, but will only narrow in future, says Ian Shaw
Advice
Practical Caravan’s guide to the February NEC Show
We talk you through what you can expect to see at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show this February
Advice
Why automatics make ideal towing cars
Automatic transmission is possibly the single most significant vehicle technology for easy towing, says Ian Shaw
Buying Guides
Best caravan barbecue: our top picks
Whether you're after a gas caravan bbq or a charcoal caravan barbecue, our guide to the best will help
Advice
How to invert an Alde control screen
If the bright white background on your Alde control panel is keeping you awake at night, there’s a simple solution, says Nigel Hutson
Advice
How to replace a jockey wheel
Revamp this small but significant assembly and you’ll really notice the improvement in manoeuvrability. Sam Coles shows you how
Tow Cars
Dacia Logan MCV (2013-2020): used tow car buyer
If your budget and your caravan are small, this might be the one, says Euan Doig
Used Caravan Buying
Bailey Pursuit 540-5 Series 1 (2014): used van buyer
Do the checks and this family tourer could be a bargain buy, says Andrew Jenkinson
Buying Guides
Best caravan wheel lock: our top picks
We share our pick of the best caravan wheel clamps, featuring Milenco, Maypole, Purple Line and more
Advice
Adria Altea Dart vs Swift Challenger Grande 560L: a four berth battle
How do the Adria Altea Dart and the Swift Challenger Grande 560L compare? We find out...
Buying Guides
Essential caravan accessories to take on tour
We share our pick of the caravan essentials to take on tour with you, featuring products from Milenco, Maypole, Dometic and more
Buying Guides
Best pick-up for towing a caravan
In our best pick-up tow car guide, we share our favourite options on the market, featuring SsangYong, Toyota and more
Advice
Industry insight: CGI (Creative Graphics International)
Great graphics make all the difference when it comes to caravans that really stand out from the crowd, as Nigel Hutson discovers
Tow Cars
Used Jaguar E-Pace tow car buyer (2017-present)
It’s classy and looks great, but other SUVs are more suited to towing, says Euan Doig
Buying Guides
Best tow cars 2023
Here's our pick of the best cars to tow a caravan, from the many new models we've reviewed and tested
Advice
Why diesel is best – for now
An efficient tow car engine requires a specific combination of performance factors, says Ian Shaw
Used Caravan Buying
Bailey Unicorn Seville Series 4 (2018): used van buyer
Great spec is just one reason for the two-berth Seville’s popularity, says Andrew Jenkinson
Advice
A seasonal pitch in Nottinghamshire
Linda and Trevor Jones have discovered the joys of a seasonally sited tourer - here's how they've found it
Buying Guides
Best caravan manufacturers – the 10 best caravan brands
We round-up 10 of the biggest and best caravan manufacturer brands
General Advice
Seasonal caravan pitches: what you need to know
Many campsites offer seasonal siting, where you leave your caravan pitched for the entire season, or even all year, says John Sootheran
Towing
6 things every tow car driver should know
Follow these essential pointers for safe and secure towing
General Advice
Towing a caravan in winter: four-season touring
Thinking of taking a tour this winter? Follow our expert tips to enjoy towing all year round
Buying Guides
Best caravan crockery: our top picks
In our best caravan crockery guide, we share our top picks on the market, featuring Kampa, Flamefield and more
Buying Guides
Best island bed caravan: our top picks
We share our pick of the best island bed caravans, featuring Swift, Adria, Coachman and more
Fixtures & Fittings
How to fit an Al-Ko side-lift jack
If you’re going to install a jack, make it the right one for the task, says Nigel Hutson
Advice
Sterling Continental 580 (2016): used van buyer
This contemporary interior and profile stand the test of time, says Andrew Jenkinson
Tow Cars
Used SsangYong Musso (2018-present) tow car buyer
If the hard ride doesn’t bother you, this is a robust tow car, says Euan Doig
News
Best Black Friday caravan accessory deals
There are some excellent Black Friday caravan accessories available at bargain prices...
Buying Guides
Best twin-axle caravan: our top picks
We share our pick of the best twin-axle caravans, including models from Coachman, Swift and more
Advice
Types of caravan
John Sootheran looks at the pros and cons of each type of caravan, ranging from family models to folding tourers
Advice
Best coffee machines for caravans
There’s nothing quite like brewing up a hot cup of coffee in the morning, especially on a chilly day on tour. With a range...