Issue 500 is now on sale and it’s not to be missed! In it, you will find:

There’s a review of one of our Award winners, as we put the Barefoot Bothy to the test. It has eye-catching design credentials combined with an easy-to-tow and aerodynamic body.

What are your caravanning plans for 2026? If you’re in need of some inspiration, our contributors and editors are sharing their plans and projects for 2026 – from caravan renovations to overseas travel!

Also inside the issue…

  • Practical Caravan Awards: We reveal all the 2026 category champions in our annual caravan and tow car awards.
  • Al-Ko Kober: Our guide to one of the world’s leading manufacturers in the leisure vehicle sector.
  • The Ford Ranger 2.3 PHEV Stormtrak is put to the test.
  • Lottie on Tour: Our caravanning columnist, Lottie Gross, shares why she is happy to tackle touring on her own.
  • We take a look at the best seven-seat hybrid tow cars.

Plus: the Volkswagen T-Cross (2019-present) features in our regular Used tow car buyer feature; we provide an update on headlight glare, as TRL publishes the results of its headlights study; there are tours to The Cotswolds, Durham, and Dumfries and Galloway, while 48 hours in… turns to Winchester; there’s the latest from the Penny Project as Nigel Donnelly adds some lamps to his caravan’s lounge; and more!

Enjoy the issue!