Buying Guides
Best caravan tow cars 2026
We share pick of the best tow cars for caravans, from the many new models we've reviewed and tested, featuring Kia, Land Rover, Mazda...
Advice
Fixtures & Fittings
This is how I added LED lamps with USB charging sockets to the rear lounge of my caravan
Nigel Donnelly now turns his attention to fitting LEDs with USB charging sockets into the rear lounge of his 1998 caravan.
Advice
Al-Ko Kober: everything you need to know
From humble beginnings in Germany, Al-Ko has grown to become one of the world’s biggest manufacturers in the leisure vehicle sector.
Advice
Practical Caravan’s guide to the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show 2026
We talk you through what you can expect to see at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the NEC this February.
Tow Cars
A used VW T-Cross provides a no fuss towing experience, so long as you own a lightweight caravan
For towing smaller caravans, a used Volkswagen T-Cross (2019-present) is a small SUV that is a stylish choice, says Euan Doig.
Used Caravan Buying
A 2016 Sterling Eccles 640 is a well-built tourer that looks good and makes a great used family van
A used 2016 Sterling Eccles 640 is a large family tourer that provides good general storage, looks smart, and has a fairly spacious interior....
Tow Cars
What to look for when choosing a tow car
It’s not easy to know if a car will tow well. Here are the features to look out for…
Awnings & Accessories
These are six caravan upgrades that I think could take your touring to the next level
John Sootheran shares his pick of the six caravan upgrades that he thinks will elevate any touring experience.
Advice
The Bailey Pegasus Black Edition: a range overview
Peter Baber takes a close look at the new, improved Pegasus Black Edition range from Bailey, which is made up of five tourers.
Tow Cars
A used Jeep Renegade tows well and has reasonable running costs, but watch out for the low noseweight
A used Jeep Renegade (2015-present) is affordable, but make sure it fits your space and weight requirements, says Euan Doig.
Used Caravan Buying
The 2017 Venus 570 makes an ideal first tourer or a good upgrade from an older caravan, so long as you watch out for damp
Andrew Jenkinson finds a lot to like about the lightweight 2017 Venus 570, a four-berth which is great for two and is easy to...
Advice
This is how I repaired a sagging drawer in my caravan
Nigel Donnelly turns his attention to repairing a saggy drawer and sorting a dent on the top of the unit in his project caravan.
Advice
The 15 rules you will want to follow when packing a caravan
Packing a caravan is a fine art that is as much about safe towing as it is about squashing everything in, says John Sootheran....
Tow Cars
The Formentor was Cupra’s first standalone model and it rocks as a pre-owned tow car
If looks count and you’re not towing a heavyweight, a used Cupra Formentor (2020-present) rocks, writes Euan Doig.
Advice
Caravan motor movers: everything you need to know
John Sootheran takes a look at motor movers, explaining what these useful caravanning accessories can do, how they work, and more.
General Advice
How to fit a caravan safe
Nigel Donnelly wants to beef-up security for tours to festivals, so opts to fit a simple caravan safe in his tourer.
Towing
This is the checklist you need when you’re about to tow a caravan
Follow this checklist when you're about to tow a caravan, and you will be well on your way to enjoying a stress-free towing experience.
Advice
Best small caravan 2026
Compact caravans have come a long way in the past few years. We share our pick for the best small caravan, featuring Barefoot, Swift...
Buying Guides
Best tow car for a 2000kg caravan 2026: our top picks
We're on hand to reveal the best tow car for 2000kg caravan, as well as our other top recommendations, featuring Range Rover, Kia and...
Buying Guides
Best luxury caravan 2026: our top picks
We share our pick for the best luxury caravans, featuring brands such as Buccaneer, Coachman, Swift and more.
Buying Guides
Best 6 berth caravan 2026: our top picks
We share our pick of the best 6 berth caravans, featuring tourers from Elddis, Buccaneer, Bailey and more.
Buying Guides
Best caravan for families 2026
We take a look at our picks for the best caravans for families, featuring Swift, Coachman, Bailey and more.
Buying Guides
Best budget caravan 2026
We share our favourite picks for the best budget caravan in 2026, featuring vans from Sprite, Elddis and more.
Buying Guides
Best small tow car (under 1500kg) 2026: our top picks
We're taking a look at the best small tow cars, all with a kerbweight of under 1500kg, featuring options from Nissan, Seat, Dacia and...
Buying Guides
Best 2 berth caravan 2026
The best 2 berth caravans, featuring Swift, Bailey, Campmaster and more
News
The best Cyber Monday caravan accessory deals 2025: 21 bargains you will want to know about
The Cyber Monday sales are underway and there are some brilliant savings to be had on caravan accessories.
Used Caravan Buying
It might not be for everyone but a 2010 Freedom Jetstream First Class is a micro tourer that makes a great used buy
Andrew Jenkinson looks at the Freedom Jetstream First Class, a micro tourer that lasts for years and can make a great used buy.
General Advice
Fossil-free caravanning: what you need to know
Advances in technology are making it easier to reduce our use of fossil fuels when caravanning. Here’s what you need to know.
Buying Guides
These are our five favourite cars for towing in wet weather
Expect trouble-free towing, come rain or shine, with these vehicles, says David Motton, who shares his favourite wet weather tow cars.
General Advice
How to upgrade to the Vision Plus Status 570 antenna with Wi-Fi
Nigel Hutson explains how to upgrade to the Vision Plus Status 570 antenna with Wi-Fi so you can connect to the internet in your...
Advice
How to register a caravan for Europe: the new European touring rules explained
David Motton explains what you need to know about registering a caravan for Europe.
Advice
How to clean a caravan awning
Cleaning a caravan awning is essential to keeping it looking and functioning the way it should.
Tow Cars
The different types of hybrid tow car (plus the pros and cons caravanners will want to know about)
Mild, full and plug-in hybrid vehicles all have their own pros and cons, says David Motton.
Advice
Can you sleep in a caravan awning?
Awnings can provide valuable extra living space when you're pitched up, but can you sleep in a caravan awning? Peter Baber has the answer.
Used Caravan Buying
Coming with an impressive spec and an opulent island bed, the 2021 Bailey Unicorn Cabrera Black Edition makes a superb used buy
The 2021 Bailey Unicorn Cabrera Black Edition is a popular four-berth that makes a great used buy, says Andrew Jenkinson.
Tow Cars
This is why we think a used VW Tiguan Mk2 (2017-2024) is hard to beat as a pre-owned tow car
Euan Doig takes a look at the used Volkswagen Tiguan Mk2 (2017-2024), a towing option which is spacious, comfortable and well equipped.
Advice
What size solar panel do you need for a caravan?
They can be an incredibly useful accessory for those who head off-grid, but what size solar panel should you get for your caravan? We...
Advice
Are lithium leisure batteries worth it? We take a look at the pros and cons
If you're wondering "Are lithium leisure batteries worth it?" for a caravan, we're on hand to help, talking you through the points to consider.
Advice
These are the nine tech developments every caravanner will want to know about from the recent NEC Show
John Sootheran talks us through the latest caravan technology on display at the recent Motorhome and Caravan Show.
Awnings & Accessories
Caravan self-levelling systems: what you need to know
John Sootheran takes a look at caravan self-levelling systems, including what they do, how they work, and the companies producing them.
Advice
The best estate tow car 2025: our top picks
The best estate tow cars can be a good choice if luggage space is one of your top touring priorities. Here, we share our...
Towing
Five towing mistakes you don’t want to make (and how you can avoid them)
Even experienced drivers aren’t immune from towing mistakes, but you can get around them, says David Motton.