News
Issue 511 is now on sale!
Issue 511 comes with reviews of the Swift Conqueror 565 and the Ford Explorer Premium AWD Extended Range EV, plus much more.
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Used Caravan Buying
Buying a used Buccaneer Aruba (2020)
Andrew Jenkinson takes a look at the 2020 luxury Buccaneer Aruba – do Buccaneers from this model year make a good used buy?
Advice
10 of the best caravan sites near pubs
Taking time for refreshment at a country inn is one of caravanning’s great delights. Susan Taylor shares her favourite campsites next to pubs.
News
Visitor numbers revealed for the Motorhome & Caravan Show 2026
Some 95,816 people visited the Motorhome & Caravan Show at the NEC last week - a slight dip on last year's total of 96,149.
Advice
This is how I fitted some retaining straps to my caravan’s locker
Nigel Donnelly talks us through how he added handy straps to the exterior locker of his 1998 Bailey caravan.
Buying Guides
Five of the best heavyweight cars for towing a caravan: our top picks
David Motton selects five tow cars, all weighing over two tonnes, which can tow the heaviest caravans.
News
Bailey showcases its updated Unicorn range at the Motorhome and Caravan Show
The Unicorn range has been split into three sub-ranges for the 2027 season, and visitors to the NEC can see all 11 models.
News
Barefoot shows off latest collaboration at the NEC
The caravan is available with two different interior styles and comes with a Northwick green body shell.
News
Aura showcases the results of its UK partnership with Hobby at the NEC
Aura, the new name in the UK for what was formerly known as Hobby, has models from all three Beachy, Deluxe and Prestige ranges...
News
Eriba showcases its new Touring Silver Edition models at Motorhome and Caravan Show
Two models can be seen with the special edition finish on the Eriba stand at the NEC this week.
News
Coachman displays its new Acadia 655 Xtra at the NEC
The Acadia 655 Xtra was joined on the Coachman stand at the NEC by the refreshed Lusso III.
Travel
Chatsworth caravan park set to reopen under new ownership
A caravan park on the Chatsworth estate that used to be run by the Caravan and Motorhome Club is reopening next month under new...
News
Camping and Caravanning Club buries time capsule to mark 125th anniversary
The Camping and Caravanning Club has buried a time capsule showing what camping is like today at one of its sites for its 125th...
Advice
The Motorhome and Caravan Show 2026: what to see at the NEC
The Motorhome and Caravan Show is back at the NEC next week (13th-18th October), and here we run through what you can expect to...
Tow Cars
Buying a used SsangYong Tivoli XLV (2016-2020)
Euan Doig likes the extra space and running costs of the utilitarian SsangYong Tivoli XLV (2016-2020).
Towing
Six tips to help to make towing a caravan more affordable
Following these tips can help make towing your caravan travels more affordable, says David Motton.
Used Caravan Buying
A 2016 Elddis Affinity 550 could be a tempting used buy for couples who want a high-spec tourer for not a huge amount of money
Andrew Jenkinson takes a look at the Elddis Affinity 550 from 2016 and considers whether it makes a wise choice as a preowned buy.
Advice
Unsure whether to take a caravan on the ferry or the Eurotunnel? Most of the time there is a clear winner for me
If you're taking a caravan to France, the faster Eurotunnel or the more relaxed ferry both have their own pros and cons to consider.
News
Bailey splits its Unicorn range into three for the 2027 season
The three sub-ranges are the 8ft-wide Unicorn Grande, the Unicorn Lite, and the Unicorn Deluxe.
General Advice
14 outdoor lighting options to enhance any caravan tour
Whether you’re inside or outside the caravan, John Sootheran has some illuminating inspiration to brighten your world.
Habitation Matters
Caravan toilets: the main types and the recent innovations
You can’t beat the good old caravan cassette loo. Or can you? Peter Rosenthal explores some innovative alternatives that promise a new experience.
News
Cheshire Police recover caravan stolen in 2019
Police recovered a caravan in the Warrington area had been reported stolen in Bedfordshire as long ago as 2019.
Tow Cars
What to look for when choosing a tow car
The ideal towing vehicle is powerful, stable and economical. Here’s how to choose a car that will suit you and your caravan.
Advice
This is why I love luxury camping
Lottie Gross explains how the discovery of 'luxury pitches' on campsites changed how she viewed camping luxury.
Advice
How I fitted a remote controlled unit to my caravan’s awning light
After fumbling around one too many times in the dark, Nigel Donnelly stumbled across a nifty solution to switching on Penny’s outside light.
Tow Cars
Mazda has launched a new CX-5 and it promises more space inside
The new Mazda CX-5 is approved to tow up to 2000kg and is available as both a front- and four-wheel drive.
Tow Cars
If you’re only towing a smaller caravan, a used Škoda Kamiq is a practical and capable SUV
A used Škoda Kamiq (2019-present) is a small SUV that makes a sensible and practical tow car, says Euan Doig.
News
Hobby set to largely disappear from UK market as Aura emerges instead
All Hobby models that are imported to the UK will bear a new Aura name, with the exception of the Beachy models.
News
Dorset police retrieve stolen caravan after just three days
Police believe the stolen tourer could be linked to caravan thefts across Dorset and Somerset carried out in the past few months.
Buying Guides
The best cars for towing in the rain 2026: our top picks
If you want to tow with confidence in the wet or throughout the year, the best cars for towing in the rain will do...
Used Caravan Buying
A 2023 Bailey Alicanto Grande Lisbon is a used caravan which offers great comfort and spec
Andrew Jenkinson takes a close look at the 2023 Alicanto Grande Lisbon, an eight-foot-wide model from Bailey.
News
Swift drops Basecamp from its 2027 line up as it reintroduces two family-orientated caravans
Swift saw retail sales of caravans grow by 22% last season and has also said the much documented fall in tourer sales has flattened...
News
Irish Ferries warns on new passport rules
People travelling between the UK and the Republic of Ireland on Irish Ferries will need to have a valid passport with them from 28...
General Advice
These are five layouts that I think caravan buyers should be looking at
Reviews editor Peter Baber highlights the key layouts that anyone buying a tourer should be thinking about.
Showers & Toilets
How to prevent black bits appearing when you flush your caravan toilet
Diamond Dave explains what you can do to fix - and prevent - black bits from appearing in your caravan cassette toilet when you...
Advice
These are my tips to help you carry extra kit and equipment safely when you’re caravanning
John Sootheran reveals his complete guide to carrying extra kit when you're on your caravanning adventures.
Advice
How to register a caravan for Europe: a step-by-step guide
Nigel Donnelly provides a step-by-step guide to registering a caravan for Europe.
News
Police seek caravan stolen from Cropredy festival
Police are calling for witnesses after a Sprite caravan was stolen from this month's Fairport Cropredy Festival.
Advice
These are the five things you’ll want to know before buying a caravan
Practical Caravan's Reviews editor, Peter Baber, shares the five pieces of advice you will want to know before you buy a caravan.
Tow Cars
A used Volkswagen ID.5 looks good and has a spacious interior, but it falls short in a couple of areas
A used Volkswagen ID.5 is an EV from the German giant that looks smart and is spacious inside, but there are better options out...
News
Coachman updates Acadia and VIP ranges for 2027
Coachman, which is turning 40 this year, also reported an 18% increase in sale volumes last season.
Buying Guides
These are five of the hottest German cars to tow with
David Motton picks out top options from one of Europe’s major car manufacturing nations.