Travel and Touring
The Big European Odyssey: a break in Switzerland
In the latest part of the Big European Odyssey, Marcus Leach and family enjoy a break at the Hotel Nendaz 4 Valées & Spa...
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Travel
A look at the South West Coast 700
Cornwall-based Andrea Edlin tells us about the South West Coast 700, a new Route 66-style tour following the scenic South West Coast Path
On The Road
Driving on the A1101: everything you need to know
Are you taking your motorhome on the A1101? Then be prepared, with our useful guide
On The Road
In depth guide to towing
Let's get hitched! Following recent changes in the towing laws, all drivers can tow a trailer without having to take an additional test. So...
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50 Top Touring Tips
We reveal some brilliantly handy hints for motorcaravanners - both new and experienced
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10 top tips for wildlife photography
Wildlife photographer Jane Morgan offers her expert tips for capturing wonderful photographs on your next tour
News
Weinsberg increases insulation on models
Weinsberg has significantly increased the insulation on its CaraHome models for the 2022 season
General
Pilote launches new Expression range of motorhomes
Pilote is launching a new more bespoke Expression offer that replaces the former Essentiel and Sensation spec levels in its motorhome ranges
Travel and Touring
Wildlife Must-Read Books
Our pick of of wildlife books you must take with you on your next tour
Advice
Wildlife Spotting Outdoor Gear Guide
Practical Motorhome brings you best kit for wildlife spotting and enjoying the great outdoors with its Wildlife Spotting Outdoor gear Guide
General
Rapido brings out new models with inbuilt vacuum cleaner
Rapido brings out the Hoover! New models with inbuilt vacuum cleaner
General
Best drives from iconic British films
A journey through some of the most well-loved British films to find the best scenic drives from cinematic history
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SPONSORED How to choose the perfect ebike for you
One of the best things about owning a motorhome is the ability to go on holiday at the drop of a hat – it’s...
General
M6 Toll road price increases from July 2021
From the 8 July 2021, prices will change to use the M6 toll road. This will typically mean a 10p rise for cars at...
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Hiring a motorhome: a guide
Hiring a motorhome in the UK has never been more popular! Here's what you need to know about how to rent and what's available...
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Travel in the EU
The rules for travel to Continental Europe have changed - here's what you need to know before you go!
Travel
Top UK road trips – our pick of the best routes
Our pick of UK road trips from the North Coast 500 to the A272
General
Changing the mindset – councils need to rise to motorhome challenge
Come the 12th April, when (hopefully) campsites are allowed to receive guests, a lot of motorhomes will be taking to England’s roads, their owners...
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Travel to the European Union post Brexit
An update on the latest travel advice to the EU post -Brexit
General
Skelwith Fold’s winter changes
Skelwith Fold in Ambleside is seeing through projects that will make it ready to meet the challenges of a new order when it reopens...
General
Industry warns over ‘green’ vehicles plan
National Caravan Council warns against bringing forward the ban on the sale of new diesel and petrol vehicles to 2030
General
Government backs down on vehicle excise duty hike
The National Caravan Council is claiming a second victory in its campaign to prevent a significant rise in vehicle tax on motorhomes
News
Best campsites in Wales with sea views
Wales is one of the most popular destinations for touring, with the varied and rugged Welsh coastline offering spectacular views and the chance to...
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Touring post-lockdown
As the long lockdown begins to ease, motorcaravanners can start planning to get back on the road again. But some aspects of touring are...
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How to go off-grid
With many off-grid sites charging single-figure nightly fees, going back to nature saves a fortune and lands you on some of Britain's finest pitches,...
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21 Must-Read Books
Get your hands on these great books for your motorhome travels
Travel and Touring
First-class Coast
Ireland's Copper Coast Scenic Route is a perfect way to explore the spectacular landscapes of Wexford and Waterford, says Claudia Dowell
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10 Great Sites for Fishing
Gone fishing? Bryony Symes picks 10 of the best campsites for keen anglers that want fishing opportunities just steps from their 'van.
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Are smart motorways safe?
Are smart motorways dangerous or should they be scrapped? asks Peter Baber
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Six reasons to tour this Christmas
There are lots of great reasons why you should ditch the preparations and carry on touring in the run up to Christmas, as Caroline...
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10 Sites for Spectacular Scotland
Islands, Highlands and Lochs, Scotland has them all. Bryony Symes picks 10 of the best places to stay.
Travel and Touring
Discovering ancient landscapes in Devon
For our latest cover shoot, we took our long-term Bailey Advance 76-2T down to explore Devon's hidden wonders.
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Renting the easy way
A spur of the moment half-term break was easy to book through Yescapa, Andy McCandlish discovers.
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A summer road trip
We took our newest long-term test 'van to the mid-west coast of France for some summer sunshine.
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Saying adieu to Port Eliot Festival
We took our long-term Bailey to Cornwall to experience the eclectic variety of Port Eliot Festival in its last year, with a stop in...
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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.
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.
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...