Advice
Types of leisure battery explained: is lead-acid, AGM or lithium right for you?
Are you confused by the different types of leisure battery? Motorhome Matt Sims talks us through your lead-acid, AGM and lithium options.
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I’m all for motorhome DIY, but make sure you know what you’re doing
Diamond Dave is all for motorhomers maintaining their own vehicles, but if you’re going to do it yourself, make sure you do it properly!
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Is it worth buying a lithium leisure battery for a motorhome or a campervan?
Are you unsure about whether you should buy a lithium leisure battery for your motorhome or campervan? We're here to help.
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The Practical Motorhome Hall of Fame: Gulf Stream Vista Cruiser Mini (1995-1999)
In our latest induction into the Practical Motorhome Hall of Fame, Gentleman Jack looks at the Gulf Stream Vista Cruiser Mini (1995-1999).
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I don’t understand why Britain is so slow to embrace the motorhome Aire
Recent decisions by local councils to restrict wild camping - and local opposition to councils who think otherwise - only goes to show how...
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Selling a motorhome: what you need to know
You’ll want to get the best price possible for your vehicle when you're selling your motorhome on – here’s our expert advice.
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These are my 11 simple tips to help you take the exertion out of a motorhome tour
Following some simple advice can help to remove the exertion from any motorhome tour, as John Sootheran explains.
Awnings & Accessories
Five easily overlooked accessories that could elevate any motorhome tour
Practical Motorhome's editor, Sarah, picks out five gadgets and accessories that you might not have thought of, yet could enhance any tour.
Travel and Touring
The best motorhome sites on the west coast of Scotland
Head to one of the best motorhome sites on the west coast of Scotland and enjoy stunning views and a well-situated location.
Habitation Matters
This is how I fixed a mystery leak in my motorhome
Tom Bedworth eventually traces the source of a wet patch inside his motorhome and finds that not all leaks need to be an expensive...
Habitation Matters
The motorhome habitation check explained: what it involves and why it matters
Motorhome Matt reveals why habitation checks are essential, including what they involve and how to tell whether your technician is doing a proper job.
Awnings & Accessories
This is why I think it’s worth fitting a motorhome tracker
Are you wondering if it's worth fitting a motorhome tracker? John Sootheran is on hand to help, as he explains why he thinks it's...
Awnings & Accessories
These are the 10 upgrades and accessories that I think make motorhoming easier
John Sootheran talks us through the 10 products that he thinks will make a big difference to any motorhoming experience.
Travel and Touring
Four of the best driving roads in Britain
The holiday starts as soon as you leave home, so take in one of these fantastic driving roads while you’re on a motorhome tour.
On The Road
Motorhome towbars explained: what you need to know before getting one fitted
Adding a towbar to your motorhome opens up all sorts of exciting new possibilities, as Peter Rosenthal explains.
Advice
The Practical Motorhome Hall of Fame: Manhattan Motorcoaches Tardis (2001-2003)
Only around 20 Manhattan Motorcoaches Tardis campervans were built, but after a live-in test, Gentleman Jack thought it deserved to succeed.
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With a roomy layout and good exterior-access storage, an Auto-Trail Comanche can be a tempting used motorhome
Gentleman Jack takes a look at the used Auto-Trail Comanche (2009-present), a spacious motorhome with a high standard specification.
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The Swift Trekker motorhome range: an overview
We take a look at the three models in the Swift Trekker motorhome line-up, a range which launched at the start of the 2026...
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Essential checks on motorhome electrics explained
Knowing how to carry out some simple motorhome electric checks could help keep your holiday on track and avoid a long wait for recovery....
Travel
The 7 best motorhome sites in Cornwall 2026
The best motorhome site in Cornwall provides an excellent base for exploring a region rich in history, beaches and picturesque scenery.
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10 of the best adults only motorhome sites 2026
We share our pick of the best adults only motorhome sites, so you can find the right destination to head to for some peace...
Awnings & Accessories
I’m the editor of Practical Motorhome, and here are five accessories under £10 that every motorhomer should carry
The right accessories can make a big difference to any touring experience - here, Sarah, editor of Practical Motorhome, shares five items that she...
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The 13 best motorhome sites in Devon 2026
The best motorhome sites in Devon will offer the ideal bases for exploring the breathtaking beaches and National Parks.
Buying Guides
The best VW campervans 2026: our favourite Volkswagens for touring
We share our pick for the best Volkswagen camper van, featuring a variety of models from converters and VW
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“This is one of the reasons why I find the idea of bucket lists depressing”: this is the question I think you should ask before planning a tour
Peter Baber explains what he thinks is the most important question to ask when planning a tour and explains why he dislikes bucket lists.
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Motorhome gas: propane, exchange bottles and refillable systems explained
Motorhome Matt takes a look at exchangeable propane and refillable gas systems to help you choose the right sort for your tours.
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Five ways to save fuel – and money – when you’re motorhoming this Easter weekend
We're sharing five tips that will help you use less fuel and save money in the process when you're motorhoming.
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Coming on a Ducato or Boxer base vehicle, the used Auto-Sleeper Symbol and Symbol Plus range make easy to manoeuvre used buys
Gentleman Jack takes a look at the used Auto-Sleeper Symbol and Symbol Plus (2015-2025) ranges, which come with high residuals and a direct-to-the-owner spares...
Travel
The 10 best motorhome sites in the UK 2026
We reveal the 10 best motorhome sites in the UK, as voted for by our readers.
Advice
The Bailey Endurance: a range overview
The Bailey Endurance range launched in October and is made up of the E62 and the E65, with prices starting from £66,999.
Travel and Touring
I’m the editor of Practical Motorhome and these were my five favourite tours
Here, I'm looking back at my five favourite trips after 20 years of working on Practical Motorhome.
Awards
The best motorhome cleaner 2026: our top picks
The best motorhome cleaners will provide an effective method for removing black streaks, grime and general dirt from your 'van.
Habitation Matters
How to clean the waste water tank in a motorhome
Are you wondering how to clean the waste water tank in your motorhome? It's a fairly straightforward job, as Diamond Dave explains.
Advice
Take a look inside five of our favourite campervans from the February NEC Show
We take a look inside five campervans from Aura, Malibu, Knaus, Ace, and Mega Mobil, including models on Mercedes, Fiat, MAN TGE and VW...
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The Ace 1200: a range overview
Ace returned with three campervans at the February NEC Show, and here, we talk you through the three models in the 1200 line-up.
Technical
Can you run a microwave or an air fryer on an inverter?
If you are wondering if you could run kitchen appliances such as a microwave or an inverter in a campervan, Peter Rosenthal has the...
Advice
Unsure whether to take a motorhome on the ferry or the Eurotunnel? Most of the time there is a clear winner for me
If you're taking a motorhome to France, the faster Eurotunnel or the more relaxed ferry both have their own pros and cons to consider....
On The Road
Motorhome speed limits in the UK: everything you need to know
It's crucial to be aware of the different campervan and motorhome speed limits in the UK to ensure you stay safe and legal on...
Buying & Selling
The best van for a camper conversion 2026: our top picks
Looking for the best van for converting to a camper? Our guide is here to help, as we look at the leading options from...
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“The Jennings Road Ranger is a genuine timewarp”: I took a step back in time as I looked around this motorhome from 1970
This Jennings Road Ranger Commer-based motorhome from 1970 has become a 50th anniversary showpiece for Spinney. Andrew Jenkinson takes a closer look.
News
16 of the best Amazon Spring Deal Days bargains for motorhome and campervan owners
Amazon's spring sale is underway, and there are some great deals to be had on gadgets and accessories that could enhance any tour.
Advice
How to get the best out of your motorhome electrics (both on and off-grid)
Motorhome Matt Sims explains what you can do to get the best out of your motorhome electrics, whether you're on or off-grid.