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Does upholstery matter?

We're just back from the Motorhome & Caravan Show and while I was there, I got a little fascinated with the range (and indeed in some cases, lack) of upholstery available when you buy a new van....

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Caravanners Christmas Gift Guide

LOOKING FOR A gift to keep someone you love cosy? Here's our pick of the best presents for caravan fans.   Keep snug in Sub Zero Sub Zero's hats, headband, gloves and socks make great gifts for hardy...

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Is caravanning a spectator sport?

 THE ADVENT OF Bailey's full length 'skylight' window must fill many caravanners with joy. Firstly, it lets in more light which is a real bonus on dull days. Secondly, and most importantly, it offers...

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Sounds like caravanning

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When B + E = F

PASSING YOUR DRIVING test is one of life’s milestone moments and definitely a day to be remembered. read more

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How to reverse a caravan

"CARAVANNING IS ALL about enjoying yourself. It really shouldn’t be stressful,” said Bernie Jones, the chief instructor at L Busters Driver Training School. Bernie Jones - tormentor in chief at...

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A sad end for this poor caravan!

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The Caravan Bore Guide to the European Reader Rally 2013

What I like about touring in the UK is the camaraderie on site. You can strike up a conversation over the washing up, or by helping your neighbours with their awning. I don’t speak another language so...

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Where to go Wild Swimming

Wild Things Publishing has just released the second edition of Wild Swimming by Daniel Start. The book features hidden swimming sites in Britain's rivers, lakes and waterfalls with 150 new locations...

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Touring Lincolnshire

Driving up the A1 is the closest I've been to exploring Lincolnshire, until last week. I packed up our long-term Sprite and took myself off to visit two of our 2013 Top 100 Sites finalists to see what...

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Spain by caravan

 WITH THE HOLIDAYS in full swing, you might be considering heading to Spain with your van for a little sun. And that's exactly what we did.read more

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Reflections on Putting Up Our Awning

One of the many things I love about caravanning is the fact that people you’ve never met before are so ready and willing to drop their Aquarolls, barbeque tongs or shatterproof glasses of Pinot Grigio...

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A beginner’s guide to bodyboarding

IF YOU'VE NEVER BEEN SURFING BEFORE, why not start by riding the waves on a bodyboard? Here's my beginner's guide to the art of bodyboarding. Suzanne Asquith and her children love bodyboarding!read more

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Caravan v property ladder

AFTER TAKING A WRY LOOK at eye-watering property prices, caravan and motorhome insurer Safeguard suggests that young people who can't afford to buy their first home should buy a caravan instead!...

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10 reasons to go caravanning this autumn and winter

TOURING DURING WINTER and autumn provides a wealth of experiences and adventures that are very different from those in sunnier months. Here are 10 good reasons why you should take your caravan out of...

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Caravanning boosts British economy by £6 billion

WHAT HAVE CARAVANNERS ever done for Britain? Plenty! If anyone challenges you about your slow tow, tell them that caravanners helped to boost tourism in the UK by £1.9 billion in 2011 alone! We did...

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Manchester: Two shows for the price of one

WE'VE WRITTEN ABOUT the delights of this week's Caravan & Motorhome Show at EventCity in Manchester (from this Thursday, 23 January until Sunday, 26 January), but did you know that your ticket will...

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