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UK touring – more holiday destinations to consider for 2021
Summer 2021 could be a great time to explore some UK holiday destinations you might not have thought of before
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Dorset site gains AA gold standard for hospitality
Back of Beyond campsite has been awarded the Five-Pennant Gold Award for hospitality
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Issue 437 is out now! This month – Van Live 2021
Our latest issue of Practical Caravan is on sale now and available in the shops and online
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The events of the past year have meant that we’re all keen to get back on the road for a long-awaited adventure – but...
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Blenheim Palace announces its 2021 events
The spectacular Blenheim Palace has announced its 2021 events programme
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Corrections and clarifications
In issue 436 of Practical Caravan in our technical feature entitled Fit USB sockets and upgrade your TV, the wrong sequence of photos was...
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Top 10 UK touring destinations to explore this summer
Need some inspiration about where to visit this summer - our Top Ten picks out the best UK touring destinations
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Whether you’re new to caravanning or an old hand, it’s important that you get the right kit for your needs when you’re on tour...
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Standard Triumph Camping and Caravan Club celebrates 50th anniversary
Standard Triumph Camping and Caravan Club is 50 years old and still going strong
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Join us for Van Live 2
Van Live! our virtual show returns for its second outing on 22- 28 February 2021
In The Magazine
Issue 436 is out now! This month – Get set for Spring
Our latest issue of Practical Caravan is on sale now and available in the shops and online
General Advice
New lake for Fens fishing park
A new lake at Fields End Water in Cambridgeshire will have luxury glamping pods and touring pitches perched on its banks
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What, no sandwiches! New import rules
Personal imports of meat and dairy products into EU banned since Brexit
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Loo of the Year award
A popular Shropshire campsite has won the Loo of the Year Award for Holiday Parks in England.
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Travel to the European Union post Brexit
An update on the latest travel advice to the EU post -Brexit
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Dutch pop-up caravan manufacturer looks to UK
Dutch pop-up caravan manufacturer explores possibility of exporting to the UK
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Tourism statistics – VisitBritain predicts first signs of slow recovery
VisitBritain predicts first signs of slow recovery
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Dawlish campsite installs 16 electric vehicle charging points
The latest in a series of sustainable initiatives by Cofton Holidays, is a £60,000 investment in 16 car charging points at its holiday park for...
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New Year, New You – make 2021 your best year ever!
here’s our advice on making the most of your van in 2021, whether you’re a newbie or an old-hand
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Issue 435 is out now! This month’s travel picks – New Year, New You!
Our latest issue of Practical Caravan is on sale now and available in the shops and online
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Driving in Europe after Brexit: what to look out for!
With Brexit just weeks away, Brits who are planning to drive abroad have been warned to check they are compliant with the EU rules...
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Wood Farm joins Park Holidays group
Wood Farm Caravan and Camping Park near Charmouth in Dorset has just joined the Park Holidays group of campsites.
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December activities at Holkham Hall
Holkham Hall in North Norfolk has lined up a number of indoor and outdoor activities for December
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Festive welcome at Bath Chew Valley in Somerset
Bath Chew Valley Caravan Park is promising that its annual display of festive lights and decorations will be more spectacular than ever
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Christmas at Ironbridge Gorge
Christmas weekends at the Ironbridge Gorge Museum in Shropshire will take place this year
In The Magazine
Issue 434 is out now! This month’s travel picks – home or away!
Our latest issue of Practical Caravan is on sale now and available in the shops and online
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Industry warns over ‘green’ vehicles plan
National Caravan Council warns against bringing forward the ban on the sale of new diesel and petrol vehicles to 2030
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New Chester attraction – Sick to death
A new visitor attraction named Sick to Death is coming to Chester
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Issue 433 is out now! Out in the wild!
Our latest issue of Practical Caravan is on sale now and available in the shops and online
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Keeping it local – lockdown latest
At present (the beginning of November), planning a break in your caravan is complicated with the four nations of the United Kingdom working to...
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Extended season for Tranquil Parks sites
Tranquil Parks group of adults-only sites extend their season
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Park Holidays invests in £2m pool for 2021 season
Dovercourt Holiday Park in Harwich, Essex will see a £2m investment by owners Park Holidays
Shows & Events
Dates announced for next Van Live! in February 2021
Van Live! The Practical Caravan and Motorhome Virtual Show 2021 will run from 22 to 28 February 2021
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February 2021 NEC Show will not be taking place
Next February’s Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the NEC in Birmingham has been cancelled, thanks to ongoing uncertainty about the spread of Covid-19
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Issue 432 is out now! Van Live!
Our latest issue of Practical Caravan is on sale now and available in the shops and online
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Top award for Windermere’s green holiday champions
Assessors for a major environmental award scheme have named Windermere's Park Cliffe as one of the greenest places in Britain to take a holiday.
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12 months ago, Coachman Caravans embarked on an exciting project to return to the roots of the company while simultaneously pushing forward into a...