Advice
How to register a caravan for Europe: a step-by-step guide
Nigel Donnelly provides a step-by-step guide to registering a caravan for Europe.
Advice
Advice
These are the five things you’ll want to know before buying a caravan
Practical Caravan's Reviews editor, Peter Baber, shares the five pieces of advice you will want to know before you buy a caravan.
Tow Cars
A used Volkswagen ID.5 looks good and has a spacious interior, but it falls short in a couple of areas
A used Volkswagen ID.5 is an EV from the German giant that looks smart and is spacious inside, but there are better options out...
Advice
“Campsites in or close to cities seem to be dwindling, and it’s a real shame”: Is this the demise of urban camping?
Lottie Gross looks at the future of city touring, a getaway which lets caravanners easily explore urban centres.
Towing
These are my five tips to encourage a reluctant tow car driver
Towing well is a skill within the reach of most drivers, with the right support, says David Motton.
Used Caravan Buying
So long as you have a suitable tow car, a 2021 Coachman Laser 650 should be a high-quality and comfortable used buy
Andrew Jenkinson takes a close look at the 2021 Coachman Laser 650, a tourer which is a high-quality, comfortable caravan for two people.
Advice
These are the pieces of campsite etiquette that we think everyone should know
This is what the team at Practical Caravan said when we asked, "What's a piece of campsite etiquette everyone should know?"
Advice
How Truma Aventa air conditioning is professionally fitted
Ever thought about having air conditioning fitted in a leisure vehicle? John Sootheran looks at how the process works
Advice
How I replaced the Herzim trim on my caravan
Nigel Donnelly talks us through how he replaced the Herzim trim on his 1998 project caravan, Penny.
General Advice
These are the vital safety checks to carry out before every towing journey
David Motton talks you through the vital safety checks for your car and caravan before you set off on tour.
Advice
Celebrating 125 years of the Camping and Caravanning Club
The Camping and Caravanning Club is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, and a lot has changed in the world of touring since its...
Towing
Caravan towbars: the ultimate guide
Having a caravan towbar will be essential for anyone who is towing. Here, we answer some common questions about this caravanning essential.
Habitation Matters
This is how I smartened up the A-frame fairing on my 1998 caravan
Nigel Donnelly takes a look at Penny's A-frame fairing, as he seeks to give his 1998 project caravan a smarter look.
Tow Cars
Well equipped and sporty, a diesel Mazda CX-60 makes a very capable towing machine
A used Mazda CX-60 is an SUV that is a strong tow car under diesel power, providing a quality interior, says Euan Doig.
Used Caravan Buying
With its spacious end bedroom and a decent spec, a 2023 Compass Casita 454 makes a good used buy for couples
Andrew Jenkinson takes a look at the couple’s-friendly 2023 Compass Casita 454, a van with a central washroom and an L-shaped front lounge.
Advice
“I slowed down, chilled out and let many more things go as we travelled”: this is how I found a month of caravanning with my dad and my dog
Lottie Gross takes a look at how to survive a month in your caravan with your nearest and dearest.
Buying Guides
The best caravan barbecue 2026: our top picks
we share our favourite caravan barbecues on the market - whether you're after a gas caravan bbq or a charcoal caravan barbecue, there's bound...
Used Caravan Buying
A 2014 Lunar Lexon 540 proved a bit hit with couples, and continues to offer a lot of tourer for the money
Andy Jenkinson takes a look at a 2014 Lunar Lexon 540, an affordable tourer that’s in plentiful supply.
News
The best petrol tow car 2026: our top picks
The best petrol tow cars can tow with ease. Here are five of our favourites, featuring Kia, BMW, Cupra and more.
Tow Cars
Offering stable towing and sensible running costs, a Honda CR-V PHEV makes a tempting used buy
It’s been around for a long time but a used Honda CR-V (2022-present) is none the worse for it, says Euan Doig.
Buying Guides
Best used car for towing a caravan: our top picks
Choose wisely and a used tow car can make your motoring budget go further. Here, we share our top secondhand picks, featuring Kia, BMW,...
Awnings & Accessories
Should you choose flat or convex towing mirrors?
If you find yourself stuck between flat or convex towing mirrors, we're here to help, as we talk you through the differences between the...
General Advice
This is how we fixed the soft floor in the rear corners of our caravan
A little localised rot had left the caravan floor soft in the rear corners, so Nigel Donnelly works out how to repair it.
Advice
My biggest caravanning misconception? Thinking it would cost less than holidaying abroad
Travel writer, dog lover, Eriba owner Lottie Gross has her say on the cost of caravanning.
Advice
This is what I did to ensure water running down the back of my caravan wouldn’t get to the floor
After realising his caravan has a soggy floor, Nigel Donnelly looks at what can be done to stop water from reaching it.
Towing
Are towing mirrors a legal requirement?
If you're wondering "Are towing mirrors a legal requirement?", David Motton is here to help, as he explains what you need to know.
Advice
These are 16 easy jobs that will get your caravan ready for trouble-free touring
John Sootheran talks us through the jobs that can be carried out to help you reduce stress and avoid costly surprises.
Awnings & Accessories
How to fit a 5G-4G LTE filter
A filter which protects your TV from interference makes sense – Nigel Hutson explains how he went about fitting a 5G-4G LTE.
Buying Guides
Best used caravans: our top picks
We're sharing our pick of the best used caravans, with models from the biggest brands all appearing
Tow Cars
Buying a used Vauxhall Grandland X / Grandland (2017-2024)
A used Vauxhall Grandland X/Grandland (2017-24) makes a perfectly competent car, but struggles to live up to the name, says Euan Doig.
Used Caravan Buying
With a spec that makes touring life comfortable, a 2015 Sprite Major 4 SB makes a great used buy
LIght in weight, the 2015 Sprite Major 4 SB provides a spacious front lounge, lots of storage, and a fixed bed.
Advice
These are my 14 simple tips to help you take the exertion out of a caravan tour
Following some simple advice can help to remove the exertion from any caravan tour, as John Sootheran explains.
Advice
Five easily overlooked accessories that could elevate any caravan tour
Practical Caravan's editor, Sarah, picks out five gadgets and accessories that you might not have thought of, yet could enhance any tour.
General Advice
How to choose the right caravan layout
Baffled by all the different caravan layouts out there? Here’s our guide to choosing the perfect tourer floorplan for your needs.
Advice
Are you hearing a creaking noise when you’re towing a caravan? There could be a simple fix
Are you wondering what the creaking noise is when you're towing a caravan? David Motton takes a look at what the problem could be....
Tow Cars
These are some of the quirkiest cars you can tow with
Think outside the (SUV) box and opt for a quirky tow car with a difference, says David Motton.
General Advice
Can you park a caravan on a residential street?
Are you wondering if you can park a caravan on the street by your house? Peter Baber is on hand to help, talking you...
General Advice
How often do caravan tyres need changing?
If you find yourself wondering "how often do caravan tyres need changing?", John Sootheran is on hand to help.
Awnings & Accessories
Is it worth fitting a caravan tracker? I think so – this is why
Is it worth fitting a caravan tracker? John Sootheran has his say, explaining why he thinks it's a useful security gadget to have fitted.
Advice
Six of the best caravan sites on the west coast of Scotland
The best caravan sites on the west coast of Scotland will provide the ideal base for exploring its pretty islands and remote, wild beauty.
Advice
These are the 12 accessories and upgrades that I think make caravanning easier
John Sootheran shares his favourite gadgets and accessories that will help you to make caravanning easier.
Advice
How to deal with a snaking caravan
The dreaded snake. You want to avoid it when towing a caravan. Our expert explains what a snaking caravan is, how to avoid it...