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Nigel Hutson

Nigel is a freelance journalist who is a lifelong caravanner and writes on all aspects of his hobby including travel, caravan reviews and technical articles. Together with his wife Kay, they caravan both here in the UK and on the Continent. Nigel became involved with Practical Caravan several years before retiring from the Police after serving for 30 years, mainly on Traffic and Forensic Collision Investigation. To date, Nigel has been an ever-present driving judge at the annual Tow Car Awards and also took part in Bailey Caravans Arctic Adventure. He has a passion for organ music too.

Articles From This Author

Caravans

Coachman Lusso III 2025

4-berth
1984 kg MTPLM
£51,545

The Coachman Lusso III is the latest addition to the luxury range that offers a family-friendly floorplan and classy décor.

Caravans

Bailey Alicanto Grande Porto 2024

4-berth
1847 kg MTPLM
£38,999

The 2024 Bailey Alicanto Grande Porto is a four-berth eight-footer that has an excellent standard spec and promises luxurious family touring.

Caravans

Coachman VIP 460 2024

2-berth
1444 kg MTPLM
£33,740

Forgoing a fixed bed means you get more generous living space in the Coachman VIP 460, a well-designed, lightweight caravan.

Caravans

Coachman VIP 575 2024

4-berth
1660 kg MTPLM
£35,794

Combining a luxurious layout with robust build, a sleek profile and a classy interior, the Coachman VIP 575 has huge appeal.

Caravans

Coachman Laser 575 Xtra 2023

4-berth
1734 kg MTPLM
£39,180

Nigel Hutson finds the extra width makes all the difference inside a Coachman Laser 575 Xtra

Caravans

Swift Bessacarr 845 2023

4-berth
1996 kg MTPLM
£49,995

The Swift Bessacarr 845 is an elegant, highly specified four-berth with plenty to offer caravanners who are seeking comfort and style

Tow Cars

Škoda Enyaq Coupé iV vRS 2023

1200 kg Max. Tow
339 lbf-ft Torque
£54,370

The vRS model in any Škoda range is the sporty one, and the Enyaq Coupé doesn’t disappoint in this regard

Tow Cars

BMW 320i Touring M Sport 2023

1600 kg Max. Tow
221 lbf-ft Torque
£42,865

If your budget will stretch to it, the BMW 320I Touring M Sport is a superb choice, says Nigel Hutson

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