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Practical Caravan
48 HOURS IN...LUDLOW
Our regular series highlights top attractions and itineraries to help you make the most of a weekend visit
3 min |
September 2023
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BLUETTI EB3A Portable Power Station
Carry one of these units on tour and you'll have power wherever you need it, says Paul Critcher
3 min |
September 2023
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How to choose your PERFECT CARAVAN
You've decided to buy a caravan, but how do you pick one that's just right for you? And how do you avoid the common pitfalls? We take a look at what you need to know
5 min |
September 2023
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BAILEY REVEALS NEW PHOENIX GT75 RANGE
The Bristol manufacturer has revamped a best-seller to mark its anniversary
2 min |
September 2023
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COACHMAN LASER XTRA 665
The revamped 665 offers 'home-from-home' levels of comfort and luxury, ideal for couples on tour
3 min |
September 2023
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SWIFT ELEGANCE GRANDE 845
This luxurious twin-axle provides plenty of payload, but you will need a substantial vehicle to tow it
7 min |
September 2023
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Get to know...induction hobs
Trying to minimise the cost of cooking in your van? Time to take a look at an induction hob, says Sam Coles
4 min |
Summer 2023
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Our adventure in budget touring
In the first part of our new series, former PC editor Nigel Donnelly joins the hordes hunting for cheap caravans, and Bailey from the classified ads
4 min |
Summer 2023
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BUYING A GREAT PRE-OWNED TOW CAR
John Sootheran has driven almost 200 tow car/caravan combinations over the years. Here, he shares his tips for bagging a bargain, and recommends a few of our favourite vehicles
10 min |
Summer 2023
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VAGABOND ROGUE
This rugged little teardrop, an import from South Africa, offers innovative design and a range of colourways
3 min |
Summer 2023
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BAILEY PHOENIX GT75 762
A celebration revamp for the range sees the addition of this adaptable and comfortable family-friendly layout
3 min |
Summer 2023
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Heading west to Wales
Glorious coastline and a historic cathedral city are just part of the attraction for Sue Greenwood on a brief tour of peaceful Pembrokeshire
7 min |
Summer 2023
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A stroll around Stratford
For Susan and Ro Taylor, Stratford-upon-Avon proved the perfect place to wind down and soak up the atmosphere
7 min |
Summer 2023
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Touring with children
Keep the kids happy and the whole family will enjoy a brilliant break, says David Motton
4 min |
Summer 2023
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Brecon beckons
Charming villages and glorious countryside await Andria Massey on a visit to Brecon, in Wales
7 min |
Summer 2023
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LANCASHIRE HOTPOT
Nigel and Kay Hutson discover a bubbling cauldron of history and witchcraft in the Forest of Bowland
6 min |
Summer 2023
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GET A MOVER ON
Grappling your caravan into that perfect pitch or storage position can feel rather like you're going head-to-head with a Sumo wrestler. John Sootheran reveals the best option to take the 'push and shove' out of touring
7 min |
August 2023
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LAND ROVER DISCOVERY 4 (2010-16)
The Discovery is completely unfazed by towing, but it is a rather thirsty car
3 min |
August 2023
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AUDI A6 AVANT
The current generation of Audi A6 has been around for some years now, but the plug-in hybrid model is more recent. This is our first opportunity to tow with one.
4 min |
August 2023
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TAKE A TOUR BACK IN TIME
Veteran caravanner Andrew Jenkinson is a keen historian of the world of touring. and here, we feature excerpts from his latest book, Caravanning in the 1970s
6 min |
August 2023
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ELDDIS AVANTÉ 576 (2015)
This single-axle six-berth is ideal for touring with a growing family
2 min |
August 2023
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SWIFT BESSACARR 845
This elegant, highly specified four-berth has plenty to offer caravanners who are seeking comfort and style
3 min |
August 2023
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ADRIA ALTEA 622DK AVON
Thoughtful upgrades to this entry-level family tourer give it a distinctly upmarket look, both inside and out
3 min |
August 2023
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Discovering stunning Suffolk
The county's peaceful coast and countryside is the ideal destination for explorers
8 min |
August 2023
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dreamy Dorset
Susan Taylor enjoys welcoming hostelries and world-class scenery on a brief tour of the south coast
8 min |
August 2023
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capturing our wonderful birds on camera
Keen to snap a brilliant bird? Matthew Stadlen has practical tips and destination advice for your next tour
5 min |
August 2023
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SAHARA CHALLENGE Take 2
After a three-year pause, Bailey's Sahara Challenge returned! Nigel Hutson joined the caravan...
7 min |
July 2023
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Starry starry NIGHT
Amateur astronomer Stuart Atkinson shares his love of the night skies on á Star Camp in Kielder Forest
7 min |
July 2023
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A history lesson in Worcestershire
Stourport, on the Severn Way, provides the perfect early-spring educational escape for Sue Greenwood
9 min |
July 2023
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The cream of Cornwall
On a spring visit, Elaine and Joe Ormerod take in some of the South-West's most popular tourist spots
7 min |