Advice
Fixtures & Fittings
How to make a table storage compartment
In our series of everyday fixes for your motorhome, we show you a simple solution to make it easier to access your dining table.
Travel and Touring
Pitching in style on France’s Atlantic Coast
Claudia Dowell discovers there's far more than pitches and hook-ups on one campsite on France's Atlantic coast.
On The Road
How to find a top secret site
Motorcaravanners in the know sing the praises of staying at CLs and CSs, says Dan Trudgian. But what is it that makes these campsites...
Technical
Spotlight on Power Budgets
Use this simple way to track your power consumption, says Sam Coles, and you'll never have to venture outside in the dark to reset...
Travel and Touring
The luck of the Irish
Our recent motorhome adventures took us to Ireland's south coast in our Benivan 122, touring the Hook Peninsula and Copper Coast in beautiful sunshine.
Habitation Matters
Spotlight on Refrigerator Care
Sammy Faircloth explains why it's important to have your motorhome refrigerator serviced regularly, and how to get the best from your fridge.
Showers & Toilets
How to make a toilet cassette handle extension
Manoeuvring the toilet cassette to the disposal point should be easy, but not everyone finds it a stroll. Techno Tom Bedworth has a simply...
Fixtures & Fittings
Spotlight on Satellite TV
Gentleman Jack gets ready for infotainment as he upgrades his motorhome with a satellite dish.
On The Road
Spotlight on Your First Time Abroad
Planning to venture across the Channel in your motorhome? Seasoned motorcaravanner Sammy Faircloth offers expert advice.
Habitation Matters
Fitting a gas tank
Gentleman Jack explains how to fit a gas tank to your motorhome as he upgrades his own Bailey Advance.
Technical
Motorhome tech from Vodafone
We had a guided tour of Vodafone's 'Connected Motorhome', an example of how tech can transform your touring experience with numerous innovations.
Habitation Matters
Fitting a Solar Panel & Regulator
Gentleman Jack shows how he's upgrading his Bailey Advance motorhome with a solar panel.
Electrics
Leisure Batteries
Sammy Faircloth outlines all you need to know about leisure batteries for motorhomes
Awnings & Accessories
Touring Toolkits
Few motorhome trips are completely hiccup-free, making a compact and comprehensive touring toolkit an absolute must-have. James Stanbury tests out ten
Fixtures & Fittings
Add battery back-up to Alde’s control panel
Fit this simple battery back-up unit and you can forget about resetting the clock on Alde's control panel, says Nigel Hutson
Travel and Touring
Touring site life, come rain or shine
Take a look behind the scenes as the Practical Motorhome team find out what it takes to run an award-winning holiday park like Eye...
Technical
How to make an electric warning triangle
Sam Coles explains how to make a flashing warning triangle to supplement your standard version, to help you stay safer in the event of...
Travel and Touring
Snowy Scotland in a campervan
In our latest escapades, Peter borrowed a Rockin' Vans conversion to brave Scotland's wintry weather - find out how he got on with this...
Travel and Touring
A dash to St Michael’s Mount
Starting the touring season as we mean to go on, Claudia dashed down to Cornwall for a quick tour taking in spectacular St Michael's...
Habitation Matters
Fire Safety Upgrades
Never underestimate the importance of fire safety in your motorhome; here are some tips from Tony Brown to help you stay safe in your...
On The Road
Winter driving advice
Thinking of taking a tour this winter? Check our advice for travelling in wintry conditions to make sure you stay safe.
Travel and Touring
A festive tour in Belgium
In the run-up to Christmas, what better tour is there than a hop across the channel to take in some of the continent's Christmas...
Travel and Touring
A trip to beautiful Bath
Bath is one of the most beautiful cities in the UK and navigating it on a motorhome tour isn't as tricky as you might...
Technical
Spotlight on: Winter preparation
If you're winding down for the season, here are some hints and tips from Sammy Faircloth as to how to prepare your 'van for...
Travel and Touring
Our Benimar heads to Bristol
We've been out in our long-term Benimar to explore Bristol's colourful streets and find out more about the vibrant city for our latest cover...
Technical
Spotlight on: Avoiding accidents
Gentleman Jack shares more stories on how he's upgrading his Bailey Advance, putting safety first to avoid accidents.
Technical
Spotlight on: Deterring thieves part 1
Gentleman Jack tells us how he's upgrading his Bailey Advance to deter thieves.
Technical
Spotlight on: Using gas in Europe
For trouble-free touring on the Continent, you need to know about using gas cylinders while abroad. Techno Tom explains how to maintain your supply.
Base Vehicle Matters
Spotlight on: AL-KO AMC chassis
David Terence explains essential points that those who own an AL-KO AMC chassis-motorhome need to know about its maintenance, care and service.
Awnings & Accessories
How to make a multi-purpose table
Footstool? Table? Seat? However you use this, it's easy to make, says Techno Tom Bedworth
Technical
How to safely store stemmed glassware
A simple DIY job can improve your storage, and keep your stemmed glassware in place while on the road. Tony Brown explains how.
Travel and Touring
Delving into Devon
To kick off my summer's touring, I headed to the ever-popular south coast of Devon in search of secluded bays and pastoral views.
Technical
How to make an awning peg removal tool
When pitching your motorhome awning, you don't want to be struggling to remove the previous occupants' abandoned pegs – don't fear, we're here to...
Technical
When is a fault not a fault?
Get advice on fault-finding, code-clearing and the importance of applying logic when troubleshooting from Practical Motorhome's expert Diamond Dave
Buying Guides
Used Autohomes Travelhome V buyer’s guide
Great value and with a fab kitchen, fancy a 1987-1993 Autohomes Travelhome V? Here's what to look for if you spot one in the...
Technical
Spotlight on: smart alternators
Read on to discover what smart alternators are, how they work and how having one could save you money on your motorhome holidays –...
Technical
How to fit new headlamps to a Fiat Ducato
Have you checked your motorhome's lights? Acrylic surfaces in modern headlights can become opaque with time – here's how to brighten your ’van’s beams
Technical
Motorhome towbar installation and maintenance
Preparing a motorhome for towing is best left to specialist installers, but there’s still plenty to consider before getting a towbar fitted – so...
Technical
The importance of fault finding
Has a warning light flashed up on your ’van's dashboard? Don't ignore it! Practical Motorhome's technical expert Diamond Dave explains more
Buying Guides
Used Hymer Exsis buyer’s guide
Find out why you get three-in-one with a 2003-2006 Hymer Exsis, as we tell you what to look for if you spot one of...
Technical
How to fit refillable aluminium gas bottles
Fed up with the cost of regular gas bottles? How about an alternative that's much cheaper in the long run? Here's how to make...