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Your vote matters – Owner Satisfaction Awards 2021
The 2021 Owner Satisfaction Awards, run by Practical Caravan in conjunction with the Camping and Caravanning Club, are now open.
Shows & Events
NEC Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show Highlights
Find out what's been going on at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show this week. We've been roaming the halls and picking out the...
Travel
Are smart motorways safe?
Are smart motorways dangerous or should they be scrapped? asks Peter Baber
Travel
Caravan holidays in the UK – 10 great sites for stunning views
One of the many great benefits of caravan holidays in the UK is the gorgeous scenery just outside your window. Bryony Symes picks 10...
In The Magazine
Issue 223 hits shops today!
There's plenty to look forward to in our latest issue, including top destinations that are on your doorstep! Pick up your copy today to...
General
SPONSORED: Meet the award-winning Adria Altea!
There's something for everyone in this tempting range, from couples to large families
Travel
10 top sites for the best fish and chips
You can't beat traditional dishes when you're dining near a beach. Claudia Dowell selects 10 campsites near fantastic fish and chip restaurants.
General
And the winners are… Owners Satisfaction Awards 2020
Last night we announced the much anticipated results of our annual Owner Satisfaction Awards, run in conjunction with the Camping & Caravanning Club.
General
New Year resolutions
New Year is the time to start thinking about new goals and making changes in our lives, including where we want to visit in...
In The Magazine
Get ready for New Year adventures with our new issue
We're looking ahead to the New Year in our latest issue, packed with off-season touring ideas and advice. It's on sale tomorrow, so pop...
Travel
10 Sites for Spectacular Scotland
Islands, Highlands and lochs, Scotland has them all. Bryony Symes picks 10 of the best places to stay.
Travel
Six fabulous events to get you in the festive mood
We bring you a host of joyful and triumphant events worthy of taking a tour now that prevent a bleak midwinter.
Travel
Delving into Devon
Our latest photo shoot took us back to some familiar spots in north Devon, but there's even more to one of our favourite areas...
In The Magazine
Feeling festive in our latest issue
The latest issue is on sale now, and we've given it a brand new look just in time for our Christmas Special - packed...
Tow Cars
Mazda ignites the motor world with a new engine
The future's not just about electric: Mazda has a new engine that combines the best of petrol and diesel power.
General
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Subscribe to Practical Caravan today for fantastic savings, or treat a friend or loved one to a years' worth of their favourite magazine.
Tow Cars
Touring just got better with BMW’s 3 Series Touring range
The BMW 3 Series continues to be the benchmark by which other compact executive cars are judged. David Motton examines the updated Touring version.
General
Advertising feature: Talking with Adria at the NEC Show
We caught up with Slavica from Adria at the recent Motorhome and Caravan Show. Here's what she had to say on the company's plans...
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Advertising feature: Talking with Isabella at the NEC Show
We caught up with Steve from Isabella at the recent Motorhome and Caravan Show. Here's what he had to say on the company's plans...
In The Magazine
Take a foodie tour of Britain with our latest issue
The latest issue of Practical Caravan magazine, a foodie special with 51 ways to eat like a king on tour, is on sale now!
General
Owner Satisfaction Survey closing soon
Want to share your buying experience? You're running out of time to have your say in our Owner Satisfaction Survey! Make sure you enter...
General
Highlights of the NEC Show
This week's Motorhome and Caravan Show is already buzzing with visitors, and we've been roaming the halls to see what's going on.
Caravans & Dealers
Coachman 2020 season preview
The Hull firm has combined two ranges to produce the spacious new Acadia, which lives up to its harmonious name, says Peter Baber
Caravans & Dealers
Erwin Hymer Group 2020 season preview
Elddis, Compass, Xplore and Buccaneer are all refreshed both inside and out, with a handful of new floorplans also making an appearance.
Caravans & Dealers
Swift 2020 season preview
Additions to the Sprite, Eccles and Challenger ranges focus on the benefits of extra width and design flexibility, says Peter Baber.
Tow Cars
New hybrid added to the Volvo XC90 range
Just about every manufacturer is adding electrified cars to its range, but Volvo is doing so more quickly than most, as David Motton finds...
Tow Cars
The Volkswagen Passat has had a facelift
Tow Car Editor David Motton casts an eye over the new Volkswagen Passat and discovers revisions are more significant than they might first appear.
Caravans & Dealers
Adria 2020 season preview
Celebrating decades of UK success, the Slovenian firm is concentrating on modern design and high-quality interiors for 2020.
Caravans & Dealers
All-new Bailey Discovery range
As well as adding to its upmarket ranges, Bailey is introducing a smart entry-level line-up aimed at new caravanners looking for adventure.
In The Magazine
Our Tourer of the Year Awards issue is on sale now!
The latest issue of Practical Caravan magazine, in which we reveal our Tourer of the Year Awards winners, is now on sale!
General
SPONSORED: Tour in complete luxury in the 2020 Adria Alpina!
Two new layouts help make the Alpina range even better for the coming year
Tow Cars
Meet the updated Vauxhall Astra
Changes to the updated Vauxhall Astra are more than skin deep, as Tow Car Editor David Motton discovers.
Caravans & Dealers
Bailey 2020 season preview
Bailey's latest line-up, all 8ft wide, is named after a mythical South American bird. Peter Baber finds out if it lives up to the...
General
SPONSORED: Meet the award-winning Sprite Super!
Value for money, style and substance all combine in this award-winning range
Caravans & Dealers
Tourer of the Year announced!
It's time to reveal the best tourers of 2020 in our Tourer of the Year Awards, with 9 categories and the best of the...
Tow Cars
Trying out the new SsangYong Korando
Tow Car Test Editor David Motton takes a look at SsangYong's new and improved Korando; find out how they balanced towing ability and mainstream...
In The Magazine
Issue 418, our Celtic special, is on sale now!
Pick up a copy of our latest issue for Celtic adventures, new tow car reviews and even more 2020 caravan previews from Adria, Elddis,...
General
Your Cycling Life
Calling all cyclists - enter our survey and prize draw! Share your views on what moves you, for the chance to win £250 Amazon...
Travel
Celtic Cornwall
Our latest cover shoot took us to the beautiful expanse of Cornwall's Bodmin Moor, and a stunning cliff-side caravan site near Tintagel Castle.
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SPONSORED: Enjoy your best year ever with Adria!
A complete overhaul for Altea and new layouts for Alpina are just some of the highlights for the 2020 season