General Advice
Caravanning for beginners – here’s everything you need to know!
Are you thinking about trying out a caravan holiday? Here's everything you need to know about caravanning for beginners!
How to tour with no hook-up
Camping off-grid is a great adventure, but it needs a bit of planning to go smoothly, as Sammy Faircloth and family have found
Best campsites in Wales with sea views
Wales is one of the most popular destinations for touring, with the varied and rugged Welsh coastline offering spectacular views and the chance to...
Spotlight on… Annual Service
When was your latest service? Sammy Faircloth explains why this is so important
Griller tactics – essential outdoor cooking gear guide
John Sootheran picks 10 superb grills, barbecues and ovens for our essential outdoor-cooking gear guide
Your guide to social distance camping! Plus, when campsites will reopen
Everything you need to know about post lockdown camping, travel and touring over the months ahead, and when campsites will reopen
How to go off-grid
With many great off-grid sites charging single-figure nightly fees, going back to nature can not only save a fortune, it will also land you...
How to make an electronic warning triangle
Sam Coles explains how to make a flashing warning triangle to help you stay safe in the event of a breakdown
How to fit an interior mount to carry your spare wheel
An underslung carrier is not ideal if you plan to tour abroad, says Nigel Hutson, but there is a simple solution
How to level your caravan
John Sootheran looks at new technology to help you level your caravan
How to store your van over winter
Don't want to keep touring? Simply follow our 12-step guide to winter hibernation, says John Sootheran.
Me & My Caravan: 1965 Hénon Harmonie Verresine
Hunting for a classic caravan, Chris Beresford went to northern France to find the perfect partner for his 1988 Rolls Royce - and discovered...
Spotlight on personal security
Follow these simple steps to keep safe on tour, then you can relax and enjoy yourselves, says Tony Brown.
How to keep your car and van secure
Security measures offer peace of mind, so here Nigel Hutson shows you how to keep keys safe and fit a tracker.
A Century of Eccles
An iconic brand in touring, Eccles celebrates its 100th birthday in 2019. Andrew Jenkinson looks back at its illustrious history.
Me & my caravan: Fairholme Babette
Buying a compact new van got experienced caravanner Tony Brown reminiscing about his Fairholme Babette T64 from the 1960s
Why we love our dealer specials
We asked our Facebook friends to recommend their dealer special edition caravans and reveal why they love them so much
For the love of caravanning
After over five decades of enjoying amazing touring adventures together, find out why Anne and Jack Hartley aren't ready to stop caravanning yet!
Annual caravan servicing – what you need to know
Get the low-down on caravan servicing with our expert, to give you peace of mind that your tourer is safe and ready for another...
Spotlight: Al-Ko AAA Premium Brake upgrade
Join us behind the scenes at an Al-Ko AAA Premium Brake upgrade as we find out what's involved, the cost and what difference it...
Towing 101 part 4: what speed limits apply when towing a caravan?
Do you know what the speed limits are in the UK when you're towing a caravan? Read on for your essential guide to make...
How to regrit a caravan motor mover’s rollers
Motor movers are fantastic for taking the hassle out of pitching your caravan, but is yours in fine fettle? Here's how to regrit your...
How to replace a damaged breakaway cable
It's crucial that your caravan's breakaway cable works – here we examine some of the different types available and explain how to fit a...
How to decode caravan plates
Baffled by weights and what they mean? Worry not! Here we're talking caravan weight plates – it's everything you need to know, but were...
Restored: 1976 Swift Corniche 14
Hard work has paid off for this couple who bought a vintage caravan on a whim, but they've never looked back – just look...
How to change/clean Al-Ko AKS 3004 stabiliser pads
If you’ve heard groaning behind you while towing, your hitch head may have dirt or other contaminants rubbing against your towball – here’s how...
Restored: Castleton Rowena
This rare vintage caravan is back on the road and its owners have enjoyed touring in their head-turning Castleton Rowena – join us to...
Do you have broken caravan windows?
It can be tricky sourcing caravan spares, but one company makes it easier if you need to replace your tourer's windows – Nigel Hutson...
Restored: Royale Tourcruiser
Vintage caravan enthusiasts don't get much more dedicated than serial-restorer Chris Lowery who, with wife Christine, has brought this Royale back to life
How to look after your caravan’s fridge
Keeping your caravan fridge in good working order is important not just for ensuring your food and drink are chilled – it could save...
How you load your caravan matters – not just how much
Keeping safe on tour is vital, but do you know how to load your caravan to keep it stable on tow? Our Motty explains...
Spotlight: Al-Ko Kober AAA Premium Brake
Caravan safety has come a long way, but self-adjusting brakes are yet to really catch on – Al-Ko hopes to change that, so let's...
Putting a Roadsman back on the road
Vintage caravan restoration is no easy thing! Read on and discover why these owners were more-than ready for the challenge and ready to embrace...
From techy shed to retro retreat
Taking this vintage caravan back to its roots has meant a lot of untangling and redecorating for its owners, who are now able to...
How to split a bunk bed curtain in your caravan
Check out reader Simon Harrison's top tips which helped improve his kids' sleeping area in the family's Bailey caravan – it's a quick, cheap...
A perfect match
What's better than a vintage caravan? A colour co-ordinated classic outfit, of course! Check out this charming Sprite Alpine and its Rover P6 tow...
The simple life
Not everyone who tours in a modern van would swap its comforts for a vintage caravan, but that's what this couple did, restoring it...
The ultimate in family caravanning?
This is so much more than 'just' a beautifully restored vintage caravan – Andy Jenkinson meets the owner of this Holgate Silver Wren to...
How to make your caravanning dreams take flight!
Clever, adventurous and a true flight of fancy, this labour of love is a caravan like no other – and then check out its...
Buying caravans for sale: what is PCP?
PCP is a new way to buy your next tourer. Read on to find out what it is and how it works – essential...
Swift Command explained
Get the low-down on Command, Swift Group's exciting new system that lets you control vital functions on your caravan remotely from your smartphone!