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Peter Baber

Peter Baber is Reviews Editor of Practical Caravan. His first caravan reviews date back to the early 1990s during his first stint working for the magazine, before he embarked on a 20-year career in business journalism which saw him edit a wide variety of magazines, and launch a few too, including one that won an award. Although he enjoyed that, he always knew he wanted to come back to the world of caravans and camping, having first got interested in it during two summers working as a campsite holiday rep in Switzerland in the 1980s. Peter reports on all the new models that make it to dealer forecourts each season, giving his judgement online and in magazine reviews. When he is not working, he likes to improve his skills at throwing pots (he is part of a pottery studio near where he lives and has just started selling his wares), indulges in a bit of baking, and likes playing tennis.

Articles From This Author

Caravans

Coachman VIP 565 2026

4-berth
1672 kg MTPLM
£37,220

The Coachman VIP 565 comes with a more open living area and fixed single beds, a layout that still has appeal, says Peter Baber.

Caravans

Coachman Laser 480 Xtra 2026

2-berth
1550 kg MTPLM
£37,990

The Coachman Laser 480 Xtra is a spacious and stylish 8ft-wide two-berth caravan that is relatively light in weight, says Peter Baber.

Caravans

Bailey Phoenix Black 640 2026

4-berth
1438 kg MTPLM
£25,649

A cleverly designed washroom door and cool new graphics add to the appeal of the Bailey Phoenix Black 640, says Peter Baber.

Caravans

Coachman VIP 545 2026

4-berth
1678 kg MTPLM
£37,220

With a revisited washroom layout and many practical touches, the Coachman VIP 545 really impresses, says Peter Baber.

Caravans

Elddis Whirlwind 868 2026

6-berth
1745 kg MTPLM
£29,999

The Elddis Whirlwind 868 is a back-to-basics caravan that should appeal to families who are shopping on a budget, says Peter Baber.

Accessories

The Sylvox Limo Series 32-inch RV TV has an impressive picture quality but you could find yourself needing a soundbar, says Peter Baber.

Caravans

Bailey Discovery D4-4L 2025

4-berth
1082 kg MTPLM
£21,499

Reliable and comfortable, the Bailey Discovery D4-4L is a smart four-berth that provides plenty of room for growing families.

Caravans

Xplore XC Duo 2025

2-berth
1150 kg MTPLM
£23,499

The Xplore XC Duo is the latest iteration of this smart, comfortable two-berth, and provides welcome additional spec, says Peter Baber.

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