Tow Cars
First drive: Škoda Karoq
There's another new name for Škoda with its recently launched Karoq SUV – but what tow car potential does it have? We've been behind...
News
General
Practical Caravan TV: starring our top tow car of 2017!
Get ready for our Land Rover Discovery 5 tow test, plus we’ve two-, four- and six-berth caravans – there's something for everyone on Practical...
In The Magazine
What not to miss at this week’s NEC Motorhome and Caravan Show
As jam-packed and foot-punishing as ever, the NEC show is back – our Niall's done the legwork for you to make sure you see...
Tow Cars
First drive: Vauxhall Grandland X
Vauxhall has bold ambitions for its brand-new Grandland X SUV – can it live up to expectations and what tow car potential does it...
In The Magazine
An inflatable awning revolution
Awnings – a caravanner's nemesis, right? No longer! Practical Caravan's Martin Roberts has his mind blown as he discovers the world of inflatable awnings
Tow Cars
First drive: SsangYong Rexton
It's a heavy, gutsy 4x4 that promises to outperform its predecessor in every area – quite a claim! Let's see what tow car ability...
Caravans & Dealers
Lunar caravans come to Marquis dealers
Lunar caravans for sale now at Marquis Leisure, as Britain's biggest dealership network announces an all-new acquisition for the 2018 touring season
General
Practical Caravan TV: featuring Buccaneer, Bailey, Adria and more!
We’ve luxury, family-friendly and French-bed vans in this week’s show, plus we hitch up with the BMW 5-Series – watch on Sky 212, Freesat...
Tow Cars
Can I tow my caravan with a hybrid?
With a changing automotive landscape, you might have more factors to consider when deciding what tow car you buy next – Motty considers the...
General
Practical Caravan TV: starring our Tourer of the Year 2018!
Roll out the red carpet for the Swift Sprite Major 6, one of three new caravan reviews you’ll see this week when you tune...
In The Magazine
Practical Caravan: November 2017 issue
Discover the best of the best new caravans for sale today with our Tourer of the Year Awards, get autumnal touring inspiration, win tickets...
General
Practical Caravan TV: 2018 Unicorn and Conqueror reviews
Don’t miss Bailey’s first family Unicorn, an MPV that proves SUVs don’t have it all their own way, a smart two-berth Swift and this...
Travel
It’s an Elddis adventure!
Hitting the road for the longest tow yet, competition winner Lucie Johnston shares her touring tales – and tries an inflatable awning for the...
General
Practical Caravan TV: Tow Car Awards 2017 special!
What tow car is the best? That’s what we set out to discover every year at our Tow Car Awards – don’t miss this...
Tow Cars
Is it time to ditch your diesel tow car?
You've seen the stories, so next time you're in the market for a tug, what tow car will you buy? Diesel? Petrol? Hybrid? Electric?...
Caravans & Dealers
Sprite scoops the top prize at our Tourer of the Year Awards 2018!
Check out the affordable, family-friendly tourer that's taking home the top prize from our annual battle of the best new caravans for sale today!
In The Magazine
Tourer of the Year Awards 2018: the shortlist
It's time for our annual search for the best new-season caravans for sale – check out 2018's hottest new vans, awnings and innovations, all...
General
Practical Caravan TV: luxury touring special!
Watch as we test Compass and Coachman caravans plus a Mercedes-Benz tow car, and get to grips with awnings – we’re on Sky 212,...
In The Magazine
Caravanning is good for you!
Is caravanning the key to happiness? Escaping the everyday, taking in new sights, waking to different views – it sounds perfect! And Martin Roberts...
Tow Cars
Frankfurt Motor Show 2017: top tow cars
Pondering what tow car to buy next? Let's check out the newest and most exciting contenders, as revealed at this week's Frankfurt Motor Show
General
Practical Caravan TV: Bailey, Xplore and Citroën star in this week’s show
Check out the upmarket Bailey Unicorn Cadiz and the entry-level Xplore 422, both brand-new, 2018-season models and more in our latest episode
Tow Cars
The best tow car scrappage scheme deals
Confused by all this talk of scrappage schemes? We've scoured the small print to see which manufacturers are offering the best deals on top-rate...
In The Magazine
Practical Caravan: October 2017 issue
Wonderful Wales, five new caravans, spook-tacular Halloween holiday ideas and more feature in our new magazine – and there’s still time to win a...
Tow Cars
Preview: 2018 Volkswagen T-Roc
T-Roc joins the Volkswagen family, slotting in underneath the popular Tiguan – has it got what it takes to wow caravanners? Let's take our...
Caravans & Dealers
Show report: Caravan Salon 2017
Germany's big players announced bold new models at this year's bulging Caravan Salon Düsseldorf – including a three-strong Tabbert range for the UK!
General
Watch the brand-new series of Practical Caravan TV!
Airstream and Elddis caravans and VW’s Tiguan star in the first show of our new series, plus we’re off to Dorset! Watch on Sky...
Travel
How to beat the post caravan holiday blues
Home from your big summer holiday and missing your van already? Us, too! But, never fear, we're here with some top tips to keep...
Caravans & Dealers
Top 2018-season non-British caravans for sale in the UK
Don't miss our jam-packed round-up of the best from the biggest non-British caravans for sale in the UK – Peter Baber and Niall Hampton...
General
Don’t miss the new series of Practical Caravan TV!
Tune in to the brand-new series, bulging full of 2018-season caravan reviews, TV's toughest tow car tests, awning reviews and lots more
Tow Cars
What tow car is the best, an SUV or an estate?
Choosing what tow car's right for you is a big decision! Which is better, an estate or an SUV? Our expert looks at the...
General
Practical Caravan needs you!
Vote today in Practical Caravan’s Owner Satisfaction Survey 2018 – tell us which are the best new and used caravans for sale and dealers...
In The Magazine
The tow car conundrum
We have another light-hearted blog from Martin Roberts, but behind all the wackiness, it's a good illustration of why tow car matching can be...
Parts & Accessories
Update: Calor 6kg Lite cylinders
If you've been affected by Calor's phasing out of its 6kg Lite gas cylinders and want to assist in developing its next models, here's...
Caravans & Dealers
Michael Jordan Caravans sold to Marquis Leisure
The UK's biggest caravan and motorhome dealer network has just got bigger, as Marquis Leisure announces its takeover of Michael Jordan Caravans
Caravans & Dealers
New-for-2018 Coachman caravans
There's just one new model as Coachman Caravans reveals its 2018 line-up, plus VIP is facelifted, there's a range reshuffle and a raft of...
Caravans & Dealers
New-for-2018 Explorer Group caravans
Bold changes across the Explorer Group portfolio means there's plenty to get stuck into in our 2018-season launch report – so, what are you...
Tow Cars
The Škoda Superb: the best real-world tow car?
"What tow car is the best?" We're asked this a lot and our expert has now found a car he can't argue against –...
In The Magazine
Practical Caravan: September 2017 issue
Don’t miss our 50th anniversary special issue, packed with 2018’s hottest new stars, a trip down memory lane, your chance to win a caravan...
Caravans & Dealers
2018 Airstream caravans previewed
Get a taste of America on your next caravan holiday with the new Airstream line-up, which will be sold through six UK dealers and...
Travel
Touring in the rain
Wet caravan holidays? We've all been there! But at least our long-term Bailey Pursuit 570-6 was there to save the day when the summer...
Caravans & Dealers
New-for-2018 Swift caravans
Check out the addition to the redesigned Sprite line-up as we bid farewell to Sterling and more, at the launch of the 2018 range...
Travel
How to save money on your summer caravan holidays
Summer can be the best but also the most expensive time to enjoy caravan holidays – read on as we share a few top...