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Martin Roberts

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Do you and your family adore caravanning, or do your loved ones need convincing?

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What are your 2018 touring plans?

By MartinRoberts
Published: January 10, 2018

We hope your caravan holidays over the last 12 months were better than Martin's...

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Was 2017 a vintage year for touring?

By MartinRoberts
Published: December 18, 2017

How much can you read into what shampoo a fellow caravanner uses?!

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Does caravanning have an image problem?

By MartinRoberts
Published: November 22, 2017

Inflatable awnings take the stress out of pitching and get you more space at the push of a pump

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An inflatable awning revolution

By MartinRoberts
Published: October 18, 2017

Caravan holidays are great for mind, body and soul!

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Caravanning is good for you!

By MartinRoberts
Published: September 14, 2017

There's lots to consider when deciding what tow car to buy...

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The tow car conundrum

By MartinRoberts
Published: August 22, 2017

Charity starts at home (from home), says Martin Roberts, as he applauds the good nature of caravanners

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The kindness of caravanners

By MartinRoberts
Published: July 13, 2017

Caravanning might seem strange to some, but we love it!

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The wonderful mysteries of caravanning

By MartinRoberts
Published: June 19, 2017

Caravan holidays and springtime – a match made in touring heaven!

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The joys of spring

By MartinRoberts
Published: May 31, 2017

Sometimes you're not sure whether to laugh or cry – will Martin and family be ready for their caravan holidays?

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Wet, wet, wet…

By MartinRoberts
Published: April 27, 2017

Rose-tinted perhaps, but who doesn't want sun-filled caravan holidays for their children?

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Will we get a great British summer?

By MartinRoberts
Published: March 8, 2017

It's a slight diversion from caravans, but is this a use for Martin's tractor?

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Is it a mid-life crisis?

By MartinRoberts
Published: February 24, 2017

Enjoy our Martin's light-hearted perspective on another area of caravanning etiquette

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Party pooper?

By MartinRoberts
Published: February 2, 2017

Enjoy another light-hearted look at the caravanning life with Practical Caravan columnist Martin Roberts

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What’s living in your caravan?

By MartinRoberts
Published: January 3, 2017

Family holidays and family caravan holidays are great – but do all the pets need to come, too?!

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Pets on tour!

By MartinRoberts
Published: December 12, 2016

Caravanning might not appear on the political agenda, but is that a good thing?

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Keep calm and caravan!

By MartinRoberts
Published: December 6, 2016

What do you think are the essential skills for the best caravan holidays?

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What makes the perfect caravanner?

By MartinRoberts
Published: November 17, 2016

Our Martin Roberts has grand designs in his latest blog – read on!

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What do you miss on tour?

By MartinRoberts
Published: October 20, 2016

Martin shares his top tips for on-site happiness – what are yours?

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8 golden rules of caravanning?

By MartinRoberts
Published: September 15, 2016

From flights of fancy to practical tweaks, what changes would you like to see introduced to caravans?

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What’s your dream caravan?

By MartinRoberts
Published: August 30, 2016

What are your ultimate, fantasy caravan and camping accessories?

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Top 10 fantasy items of touring kit

By MartinRoberts
Published: August 8, 2016

What do you do to protect your much-loved home-from-home?

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How safe is your van?

By MartinRoberts
Published: July 11, 2016

How do you feel about using communal washblocks on your caravan holidays?

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Tales from the washblock

By MartinRoberts
Published: June 29, 2016

Caravanners unite to give our pastime a good name!

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Leading by example

By MartinRoberts
Published: May 12, 2016

Do you revel in on-site camaraderie during your caravan holidays?

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Strength in numbers

By MartinRoberts
Published: May 3, 2016

Do you tour in all weathers, or carefully check the forecast before every trip in your caravan?

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Come rain or shine?

By MartinRoberts
Published: April 21, 2016

What are your top dos and don'ts to ensure you enjoy fabulous caravan holidays?

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10 steps to happy caravanning

By MartinRoberts
Published: April 11, 2016

Campsite camaraderie is wonderful, but it pays to be a considerate caravanner, too

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Love thy neighbour?

By MartinRoberts
Published: March 29, 2016

We hope you all enjoy safe, enjoyable and memorable caravan holidays

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More than just luck?

By MartinRoberts
Published: March 15, 2016

Keeping your tourer in pristine condition for your caravan holidays can be a big task

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How clean is your van?

By MartinRoberts
Published: March 4, 2016

You might be surprised by the touring possibilities presented by the UK's many and varied festivals

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Festival fever

By MartinRoberts
Published: February 18, 2016

Drama on tour for the Roberts clan – as ever, solved by a glass or two of wine, but not how you might expect

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Learning the hard way

By MartinRoberts
Published: February 5, 2016

Martin Roberts shares why he thinks caravan holidays are great for his kids – and we're sure you'll agree

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The joy of back to basics

By MartinRoberts
Published: January 26, 2016

Will the new year bring a new perspective on caravan holidays for Practical Caravan's columnist?

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Should he stay or should he go?

By MartinRoberts
Published: January 15, 2016

Ever considered an alternative to an awning? Our columnist wants you to think outside the (canvas) box

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An awning realisation

By MartinRoberts
Published: December 7, 2015

Read Martin Roberts' rallying call to all passionate caravanners, urging everyone to celebrate our wonderful pastime

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For the love of caravanning

By MartinRoberts
Published: November 23, 2015

With so much to see at caravan shows, how can you take it all in?

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Show stupor?

By MartinRoberts
Published: November 10, 2015

Enjoy our columnist's tongue-in-cheek look at the etiquette of marking your pitch on site

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The territorial army

By MartinRoberts
Published: November 3, 2015

Have you ever been disturbed by other people's phone calls on your caravan holidays?

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The art of switching off

By MartinRoberts
Published: October 19, 2015

Wet caravan holidays can test your touring steel – read Martin's heart-warming tale

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The kindness of strangers

By MartinRoberts
Published: October 9, 2015

You must load your caravan carefully and observe weight limits in order to keep safe when towing

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Full to bursting?

By MartinRoberts
Published: September 28, 2015

Of course women can tow – just ask the ladies on the Practical Caravan team!

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Girl power!

By MartinRoberts
Published: September 16, 2015