Travel and Touring
Europe on a shoestring
Six weeks, a 16-year old campervan, two novice motorcaravanners, one seven-month baby and a vague idea of where to go – what could possibly...
Advice
Buying Guides
Used ‘van buyer – Hymer A-class motorhome
Read Practical Motorhome's expert guide to buying used Hymer A-class tandem-axle motorhomes (1995-2006) and buy a luxury motorhome from £20,000
Buying Guides
Used ‘van buyer’s guide – Romahome Dimension/R30
If you're thinking of buying a used campervan, read Practical Motorhome's expert guide to the Romahome R30 or Dimension, made from 2004 onwards
Buying Guides
Used ‘van buyer’s guide – Compass Drifter (rear lounge)
If you're looking for cheap motorhomes for sale, read Practical Motorhome's expert guide to buying a used Compass Drifter (rear lounge) made from 1987-1995
Buying Guides
Used ‘van buyer’s guide – Chausson Flash on Ford Transit
Read Practical Motorhome's guide to buying a used Ford Transit-based Chausson Flash (2005-2013) to find the best motorhome to buy and how much to...
On The Road
Stay at the best aires for ski holidays in your motorhome
Ruth Bass shares her choice of the best aires for motorhome ski holidays in France and explains what to expect at a ski aire
Technical
How to prepare your motorhome for ski holidays
Experienced motorcaravanner Ruth Bass explains how to prepare motorhomes for ski holidays in the Alps and keep all systems working in sub-zero temperatures
Buying & Selling
How to buy a motorhome at a show
If you're shopping for a new 'van and plan to look at motorhomes for sale at a show, Sonia and Nigel Wignall share their...
Travel and Touring
Dreams for hire
In the last blog from our motorcaravanning newbies on a fly-drive Down Under, there are still many things to do before the campervan hire...
Travel and Touring
Off the beaten track
Campervan hire and Australia's delights seem to be treating our motorhome newbies very well indeed – catch up on their story in our latest...
Travel and Touring
Beaches and barbecues – is this the Aussie dream?
Motorhome hire seems to be suiting our touring novices as they take on a week-long Australian fly-drive – catch up with them in their...
Travel and Touring
A beginner’s guide to touring Down Under
If you've dreamed of taking flights to Australia with nothing planned except a booking at a campervan hire firm and a date with the...
Technical
A beginner’s guide to motorhomes
If you're new to motorhomes, looking to buy your first 'van or planning your first tour, read Practical Motorhome's 20 top tips to help...
Technical
How to lay up your ‘van for winter
A clean getaway at the start of next season can be almost guaranteed, given time and care while laying up your 'van for the...
Travel and Touring
Tour Europe’s Christmas Markets
Inject some sparkle into your Christmas with a trip to one of Europe's many festive markets – we've found some of the best to...
Buying Guides
Used ‘van buyer’s guide – Swift Kon-Tiki 2007 onwards
Practical Motorhome's experts are here to help your used motorhome purchases and this time the spotlight falls on the iconic Swift Kon-Tiki
On The Road
Build your own motorhome for £8000
Grant Long explains how to convert a Renault Master van into a fully equipped motorhome for less than £8000 in part one of our...
Buying Guides
Used ‘van buyer’s guide – Mobilvetta Euroyacht motorhome
If you're searching for used motorhomes for sale but you still want some luxury, we think the Mobilvetta Euroyacht A-class motorhomes are worth considering
Travel and Touring
10 top destinations for motorhome tours this autumn
Don't let the weather deter you, get out in your 'van this autumn and enjoy some off season touring, staying at one of the...
Travel and Touring
How did you get into motorhomes?
How did you get into touring in your ’van – were you fed up of soggy camping holidays or was there another reason for...
Technical
How to fit a brake servo to a Bay Window VW campervan
For superior stopping power in your Bay Window VW campervan, this brake servo conversion might be just what you need – Rob Hawkins explains...
Travel and Touring
Visit Scotland – a land of delightful detours
Spontaneity is one of the joys of touring with a 'van, as Will Williams, a novice motorcaravanner and photographer on our sister title What...
Travel and Touring
Get up and go!
Practical Motorhome's Features Editor Clare Kelly shares her love of life on the road and the freedom it brings – we're quite sure she...
Travel and Touring
A tale of two first timers
This is the story of two cycling enthusiasts, new to the wonders of motorcaravanning, on their first tour – good luck, Yorkshire!
Buying & Selling
How to choose a family motorhome
If you're looking at motorhomes for sale to get the perfect 'van for your next family holiday, Practical Motorhome has 10 top tips to...
On The Road
Touring with children
Family holidays can be huge fun, but in the confines of a motorhome it's best to be prepared to ensure domestic harmony when on...
Travel and Touring
Getting back in the cab
It's been a while since former Practical Motorhome reporter Rory White went on tour, so what did he make of this Bailey Approach Compact...
Travel and Touring
Touring with Le Tour
Read what happened when Practical Motorhome Reader Team members – and keen cyclists – Ruth and Geoff Bass took their 'van to Yorkshire for...
On The Road
Touring with dogs
Practical Motorhome Reader Team member and dog owner Geoff Crowther tells us why motorcaravanning could be the ultimate in dog friendly holidays
Travel and Touring
Discovering Le Tour de France Yorkshire
With one of cycling's biggest races in the UK in a few weeks, Reader Team members Ruth and Geoff Bass take their 'van to...
Travel and Touring
Touring with disabilities – get inspired to get out there!
Having a disability doesn't mean you can't go on tour – be inspired by this story
Buying & Selling
The ultimate guide to hiring a motorhome, camper or RV
It's a great idea to try before you buy and there are lots of motorhome hire firms out there – our top tips will...
Buying Guides
Common problems on the Mk1 Fiat Ducato/Talbot Express
Get expert advice from Practical Motorhome's Nigel Donnelly on the Fiat Ducato Mk1 and Talbot Express so you know what to look for when...
Buying Guides
Fiat Ducato and Peugeot Boxer Buyer’s Guide
If you're buying a Fiat Ducato or Peugeot Boxer based motorhome, Rob Hawkins shares his top tips to help you avoid the pitfalls and...
Base Vehicle Matters
VW T2 | Common Problems
VW CAMPER VANS come with an assorted list of potential problems that can result in a roadside breakdown. We list some of the common...
Habitation Matters
Video | Fitting side windows in a camper
FITTING SIDE WINDOWS in a panel van as part of a conversion to a camper van can be pretty daunting but one of the...
Habitation Matters
Build a camper – fitting side windows
WHEN COVERTING A panel van into a camper van, extra side windows in the rear are often required to give some natural light and...
Habitation Matters
Heating your motorhome
NO MATTER WHEN YOU GO TOURING, it’s essential that your heating system is working correctly and that you’re familiar with how to get the...
Buying Guides
Mazda Bongo Camper – Buyer’s Guide
Rob Hawkins looks at what can go wrong with a Mazda Bongo Friendee or a Ford Freda – so you can not only buy...
Base Vehicle Matters
Check your motorhome’s cooling system
There are plenty of simple checks we can make to keep the engine coolant system running trouble free. But before doing that, it’s important...
Base Vehicle Matters
Maintaining your windscreen
It’s easy to take screen wipers and washers for granted because they always switch on when they’re needed and, provided there’s some screen wash...
Buying Guides
Volkswagen T25 ‘Wedge’ camper van buying guide
Enjoy a dose of classic VW camper van chic without succumbing to pitfalls that make ownership a headache – check out our expert T25...