General
Swedes buy Coachman
Motorhome and caravan manufacturer Kabe has taken full control of Coachman in a deal worth £15.71m in total
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Travel
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
News
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
News
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...
Travel
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
General
Standard Triumph Camping and Caravan Club celebrates 50th anniversary
Standard Triumph Camping and Caravan Club is 50 years old and still going strong
General
Join us for Van Live 2
Van Live! our virtual show returns for its second outing on 22- 28 February 2021
Van Live!
Welcome to Van Live!
Come on in, have a look around and enjoy the show! Van Live! Practical Caravan and Motorhome Virtual Show Spring 2021 is open
News
What, no sandwiches! New import rules
Personal imports of meat and dairy products into EU banned since Brexit
News
Dutch pop-up caravan manufacturer looks to UK
Dutch pop-up caravan manufacturer explores possibility of exporting to the UK
News
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...
In The Magazine
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
General Advice
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...
Travel
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
Advice
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
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
News
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
General Advice
Caravanning for beginners – here’s everything you need to know!
Are you thinking about trying out a caravan holiday? Here's everything you need to know about caravanning for beginners!
News
Campsites are reporting full bookings
Those campsites that have reopened after lockdown are reporting full bookings as holiday makers turn to camping as a safe option for getting away...
News
Adora gets a sleeker microlight look
Adria has completely updated its mid-market Adora range for the 2021 season
News
VAT reduction valid for next summer bookings
The VAT reduction from 20% to 5% for tourism and hospitality related activities will be welcomed by businesses and consumers alike.
Travel
Top sites – best caravan parks in the UK – including PDF download
The Top 12 best caravan parks in the UK from across the regions and our overall winner of the title 'UK’s best caravan park'
In The Magazine
Issue 429 is out now!
Our latest issue of Practical Caravan is on sale now. This month everything you need to know about touring post-lockdown.
News
October 2020 Motorhome and Caravan NEC show cancelled
October’s Motorhome and Caravan Show at the NEC has been cancelled for this year
Buying Guides
Best caravans for seasonal pitches
Seasonal pitches offer caravanners the opportunity to position their caravans on a favoured site for the whole of a season. It's cheaper than buying...
News
Campsites in England to reopen from 4 July
The UK Government this afternoon announced that English campsites will be allowed to reopen from 4 July.
General
What caravanners can expect from lockdown easing
We all have questions about what will happen when lockdown is lifted - we take a look at what caravanners can expect over the...
News
Our new issue is out now!
Our latest issue of Practical Caravan is on sale now and available in the shops and online
News
Top 100 Sites 2021 voting is now open!
Our Top 100 sites 2021 survey is now open and it's your chance to vote for your favourite sites
Advice
Six of the best luxury SUV tow cars
If you're in the market for an SUV tow car for your caravan, take a look at David Motton's selection of the best performers
News
National Trust parks and gardens to reopen in June
Those who love visiting National Trust properties while on tour will be pleased to hear that the organisation is planning to open some of...
In The Magazine
Issue 427 is out now!
Our latest issue of Practical Caravan is on sale now and available in the shops and online.
News
CAMC Director General sends open letter to Chief Medical Officer
Open letter to Chief Medical Officer, United Kingdom
Buying Guides
Best 4 berth caravans
Looking for a family caravan, or a couples’ van with extra space for overnight visitors, should you have guests? These are some of the...
Travel
27 inspiring road trips
27 idyllic road trips in the United Kingdom and Ireland for you to plan now, ready for the lockdown being lifted!
Advice
Switched on towing – electric tow cars
David Motton reveals what you need to know about electric tow cars
News
Hobby and Hymer restart
Two of Germany’s biggest motorhome and caravan manufacturers - Hymer and Hobby - have each started production again
Advice
Guide to caravan solar panels
Free power whenever there’s daylight? Go solar, says John Sootheran in this guide to caravan solar panels.
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Subscribe now for your regular caravan fix and receive Practical Caravan direct to your door or inbox. Grab a digital sub for under £2.50...
Buying Guides
Best caravan sat navs
Here's our round up of sat navs available for car and caravan, offering a range of extras including bluetooth connectivity, compatibility with reversing cameras,...