Travel and Touring
Luxury in the forest
Two-up in a six-berth means a weekend of luxury for Rory White as he heads to the New Forest in Practical Motorhome's long-term Bailey...
Advice
Buying Guides
Used ‘van buyer – Auto-Sleeper Duetto (1994-2000)
Used motorhomes can be great, value-for-money entries into motorcaravanning and the Auto-Sleeper Duetto is one such 'van – read our expert buying guide
Habitation Matters
Life’s a gas – but which one’s best?
Propane, butane, Calor or LPG – Practical Motorhome's workshop expert Diamond Dave explains the types of gas and debates the best camping gas to...
Base Vehicle Matters
Cambelt neglect could cost you dear
Don't skip your engine cambelt service – if it breaks, you'll need a new engine, warns Practical Motorhome's workshop guru Diamond Dave
Travel and Touring
Green with envy
Find out how our new long-term Benimar Mileo 243 fared when Practical Motorhome's Group Editor Alastair Clements took it for its first weekend away
Electrics
Take charge of your batteries
Find out about the different batteries in your 'van and how to keep them in top condition, with Practical Motorhome's technical expert Diamond Dave
Base Vehicle Matters
Firm foundations?
If you're looking at coachbuilt motorhomes for sale, you should compare the different models’ chassis foundations before buying, explains John Wickersham
Base Vehicle Matters
Air-assist suspension explained
Practical Motorhome's expert Diamond Dave explains how workshops add air-assist suspension, new coil springs and wheel-bearings to improve your motorhome
Buying & Selling
How to buy a motorhome at auction
Used motorhomes for sale at auctions can be great-value buys, but it can be a daunting environment – get the knowledge with our top...
Habitation Matters
How to cut condensation in your ‘van
Practical Motorhome reader David McVittie explains how to reduce condensation behind the seat cushions in your motorhome with a simple DIY solution
Fixtures & Fittings
How to upgrade your motorhome’s lighting
If you're looking to upgrade the lighting in your motorhome, John Wickersham's expert advice will help you choose and fit lights correctly and safely
Travel and Touring
The British Grand Prix in a Bessacarr
Doing Silverstone in style in a Bessacarr 494, convinced F1 fan and Practical Motorhome Group Editor Al Clements that 'vans and racing are a...
Technical
39 steps to help you start touring today
If you want to get into motorcaravanning, read our top tips to make the most of your money and time, so you get the...
Travel and Touring
Glaston-Bailey, take two
With a party of seven and a weekend at Glastonbury Festival to survive, Practical Motorhome's Bailey Approach Advance 665 was called into service
Travel and Touring
A new dawning for awnings
Inflatable drive-away awnings are gaining popularity amongst motorcaravanners – Practical Motorhome's Editor Niall Hampton finds out more
Travel and Touring
Our Benimar takes on Glastonbury
We try to test our long-term 'vans thoroughly, so last weekend our Benimar Mileo 231 hit the road to Glastonbury, with festival veteran Stuart...
Travel and Touring
A dry run in Dorset
Ahead of a fly-drive tour later this year, Alastair Lewis and family packed into Practical Motorhome's Bailey and hit the road – first Dorset,...
Technical
Weighty issues
Every motorcaravanner must know the weight of their 'van and its limits – read more with advice from Practical Motorhome's technical expert Diamond Dave
Travel and Touring
Beginners in a Benimar
The freedom of the open road and a handy bed for a wedding in the middle of nowhere, motorhomes have seduced this first-timer, writes...
Technical
How to care for your fridge
Keep your cool this summer with advice from Practical Motorhome's expert Diamond Dave on keeping the fridge in your 'van in tip-top condition
Electrics
Remapping your ‘van is not a DIY job
Remapping your motorhome can improve the performance and mpg – but it's certainly not a DIY job, says Practical Motorhome's workshop guru Diamond Dave
Habitation Matters
How to repair motorhome window scratches
Motorhome DIY expert John Wickersham gives top tips for repairing severe window scratches and restoring amazing glazing in your 'van
Travel and Touring
The best European city breaks
If city breaks in your 'van sound like a terrifying mix of tight streets and parking trauma, think again, says long-time motorcaravanner Caroline Mills
Technical
Guide to touring with teenagers
Nicki Hatton passes on her tips for motorhome touring with teens, to help you make the most of family holidays before your children have...
Base Vehicle Matters
How to save money on motorhome servicing
Take Practical Motorhome's workshop expert Diamond Dave's advice on how to maintain your motorhome engine and save money on vehicle and habitation services
On The Road
Is front-wheel drive best for ‘vans?
Practical Motorhome's expert Diamond Dave highlights five main reasons to choose front-wheel-drive motorhomes rather than rear-wheel drive 'vans!
Buying & Selling
How to check used motorhomes for sale
If you're buying a used motorhome privately, use Practical Motorhome's expert checklist for 'van buyers and do your own pre-purchase vehicle inspection
Technical
Space heaters demystified
Practical Motorhome's tech guru Diamond Dave is talking space heaters, to help keep you cosy wherever and whenever you go touring in your 'van
Travel and Touring
The first of many
After four days, nearly 1500 miles and seven countries, it's time to catch up with Neil Lewis in Norway, at the end of his...
Travel and Touring
Off-route adventures
Even battles with technology and traffic jams can't dampen spirits as we join Neil Lewis for part two of his Bailey road trip from...
Project Vans
Converting a Nissan NV200 into a campervan
Reader Darren Flaherty wanted to turn a small van into the perfect 'van for full-time touring – here's how his Nissan NV200 campervan conversion...
Electrics
Keeping fully charged
You'll want to remain fully charged on tour, so our expert Diamond Dave is here to explain how to charge and maintain your motorhome’s...
Travel and Touring
From Norfolk to Norway
Your first tour in your first 'van can be a daunting prospect, so Neil Lewis decided a family reunion was the perfect push to...
Travel and Touring
How to visit Jersey in a motorhome
One of the best things about motorhome holidays in Jersey is that this beautiful unspoilt island is just the right size to explore in...
Travel and Touring
The end is just the beginning
It's time for a change of pace in the final leg of this budget European tour, plus Andrew and family find themselves unexpectedly charmed...
On The Road
How to take good photos on tour – part 2
Read part two of our photography tips blog, as James Stanbury explains how theory translates into reality, helping you take better photos on tour
On The Road
How to take good photos on tour – part 1
On tour you'll be making memories you'll want to capture, so James Stanbury explains the basics of photography, to help you take better holiday...
Travel and Touring
Learning on the road
After two weeks on the road touring Europe on a budget with a seven-month old baby, it's time to reflect on lessons learned and...
Technical
How to bring your ‘van out of hibernation
When taking your motorhome out of storage for the new season, follow our tech guru Diamond Dave's advice, to ensure your holidays are safe...
Travel and Touring
The highs and the lows of touring
In the second part of his European motorhome tour on a budget, Andrew Robinson and family relax in Italy, feel the heat in Slovenia...
Travel and Touring
Intrigued by Italy?
Be inspired to tour Italy, as Paul Burton recalls visits to Venice and Lake Garda – and gets more than he bargained for when...
Buying & Selling
12 steps to your perfect ‘van
You can rely on us for expert advice when browsing motorhomes for sale, so whether you're buying new or used, follow our top tips...