General Advice
Stay fire safe on tour
Fire is one of the scariest things that can happen to your caravan. How can you protect against it and what safety kit should...
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Sprite Compact vs Freedom Jetstream Twin Sport: 2 berth battle
We see how the Sprite Compact and Freedom Jetstream Twin Sport compare
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Make 2022 your best touring year to date: April
We're sharing our tips to help you get the most from your April tours
Used Caravan Buying
Used Van Buyer: Buccaneer Corsair (2011)
The Corsair offers plenty of comfort and an upmarket badge, says Andrew Jenkinson
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Hottest new tow cars of 2022
Rapid growth in electric vehicles and the pivot from diesel are keeping carmakers on their toes. David Motton looks at the models heading our...
Fixtures & Fittings
Add battery back-up to Alde’s control panel
Fit this simple battery back-up unit and you can forget about resetting the clock on the Alde's control panel, says Nigel Hutson
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Make 2022 your best touring year to date: March
We're sharing our tips to help you get the most from your 2022 tours
Buying Guides
Bailey Unicorn Vigo vs Adria Adora Tiber: 4 berth showdown
We take a look at the Bailey Unicorn Vigo and the Adria Adora Tiber, two popular four berths from two of the biggest caravan...
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How to choose the perfect tow car
We share our tips on how to find a tow car that's perfect for you
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Used Buying Advice: what to look out for on the caravan’s exterior
Tempted to buy a caravan from a private seller? John Sootheran has a handy checklist to help you consider key points
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How to buy a caravan
Before you buy a caravan, you need to ask yourself 10 essential questions to work out which outfit will be the right one for...
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Spotlight on Common Touring Errors
Sammy Faircloth addresses some common mistakes made when touring and suggests ways to avoid them.
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Pets on Tour
Touring is ideal for dog lovers, offering freedom for you and your pets. John Sootheran's tips will ensure everyone enjoys a really relaxing holiday
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How to choose the right campsite
Choose the right campsite and you’re guaranteed a brilliant holiday! Here’s everything you need to think about to ensure the perfect trip
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4 top tips for your first caravan tour
Caravanning is all about learning by doing, but here are four essential tips to get you pitch perfect on your first tour!
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7 top tips to help improve your towing
These seven simple tips could make all the difference when you're towing
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Top items to pack for comfortable caravanning
Make sure your caravanning experience is as stress-free as possible by taking these items with you...
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How to deal with a snaking caravan
The dreaded snake. You want to avoid it when towing a caravan. Our expert explains what it is, how to avoid it and how...
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Top towing tips for safe travels
There are important things to remember when towing. Tow like a Pro with David Motton's top towing tips to stay safe and comfortable on...
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How to reverse a caravan
Worried about reversing your caravan? You're not alone. Here we come to your rescue with our top tips, to help you get the skills...
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20 pieces of essential kit to take on tour
With so much great gear to choose from, it would be easy to overload yourself with accessories – so here’s a selection of touring...
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How to add a protective castor to your van chassis
Manoeuvring your caravan in and out of a narrow driveway can risk scraping the rear panels. Tony Brown has a simple solution
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How to fit custom coat hooks in your caravan
Choosing the right hook makes all the difference, says Tony Brown
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How to fit a recessed fire extinguisher
This simple project explains how you can fit your own recessed fire extinguisher
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14 top tips to help you buy the van for you
John Sootheran's simple tips will make buying a new caravan a much simpler business
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How to make an awning peg removal tool
Removing pegs from the ground is about to be a lot easier...
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7 simple tips to improve your caravan’s security
These seven simple tips could help you keep your caravan safe and secure throughout the year
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28 top tips for buying a used caravan
Follow our tips to make sure you find the used caravan that best meets your requirements
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Water pumps and tap filters
Faults in your caravan water supply can sometimes be simple to resolve. Nigel Hutson guides you through two common problems and how to fix...
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How to customise your caravan’s crockery storage
Caravan kitchens usually provide plenty of cupboard capacity, but simple DIY improvements can make better use of the space, says Tony Brown
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Spotlight on kitting out a caravan
One of the many great things about caravanning is being able to take plenty of kit with you – but you do need to...
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Know your rights when buying a caravan
When you’re making a major purchase, such as buying a caravan, it’s important to know your rights if something goes wrong.
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Buying a used caravan: interior checks
If you plan to purchase a caravan from a private vendor, John Sootheran’s handy checklist can help you consider the key interior points before...
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Straighten your external filter pipe
This is a straightforward solution to one of those eternal (infernal) little caravanning problems...
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The first steps to buying a used van
Purchasing a caravan involves a significant outlay, even when you are buying pre-owned, so it pays to do some careful research before you part...
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Staying safe on site
Sammy Faircloth outlines all you need to know about staying safe while on site
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How to master power budgets
Use this simple way to track your power consumption, says Sam Coles, and you’ll never have to venture outside in the dark to reset...
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Stay fire safe on tour
Fire is one of the scariest things that can happen to your caravan. So how can you protect against it and what safety kit...
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Practical Caravan’s jargon busting glossary
Confused by some of the expressions used about caravans? We can help! Here’s our guide to some of the most important terms you need...
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Protecting your caravan from theft
John Sootheran takes a look at the various caravan security options out there to help you protect your tourer
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Practical Caravan’s guide to the NEC Show
Peter Baber picks out the highlights you can expect to see at the NEC Show
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Used Tow Car Buyer: Volvo XC40 (2017-present)
This high-quality car combines Scandinavian style with reliability, says Euan Doig