Buying Guides
The best VW campervans 2025: 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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Best budget motorhome 2025
We share our pick of the best budget motorhomes in 2025, featuring brands such as Etrusco, Roller Team and more.
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Best 4 berth motorhome 2025
We take a look at the best four berth motorhomes, featuring Swift, McLouis, Chausson and more.
Buying Guides
Best motorhome for couples 2025
We reveal our choice for the best motorhome for couples, featuring 'vans from Pilote, Chausson, Roller Team and more.
Buying Guides
Best small campervan 2025
We take a look at the best small campervans from recent years, featuring models from Autohaus, Dreamer, Vantage and more.
Buying Guides
Best budget campervan 2025
We share our pick for the best budget campervan in the UK, as well as our other standout choices
Buying Guides
Best luxury campervan 2025
We take a look at the most luxurious campervans, featuring Malibu, Hymer, Mobilvetta and more
Buying Guides
Best motorhome under 7m (seven metres) 2025
We pick out the best motorhomes under seven metres, featuring Elnagh Baron, Chausson, Rapido and more.
Advice
Campervan vs motorhome: I’ve debated it with the rest of the team, this is our verdict
Are you stuck between a campervan or a motorhome? We've been discussing it between us at Practical Motorhome and we think we've found the...
Buying & Selling
The best heater for a campervan: our top picks
Whether you're looking for an electric campervan heater or a 12v diesel heater for your 'van, there's bound to be something in our guide...
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These are the Black Friday heater deals I’d be looking at if I was planning a winter tour
The Black Friday sales are already underway and I've found some heaters that could be ideal for 'van owners embarking on a winter tour.
Buying Guides
19 of the best gifts for campervan owners 2024
Whether you're buying for a foodie, an outdoor lover or the person who's impossible to buy for, you're bound to find some ideas for...
News
We share the categories we’re judging at the Practical Motorhome Awards 2025
The Practical Motorhome Awards 2025 are fast approaching and we're excited to be revealing this year's categories.
News
Morecambe considers a ban on overnight stays for campervans and motorhomes
If you're planning a trip to Morecambe, you might not want to bank on an overnight camping spot along their scenic promenade...
Advice
33 errors every motorhome owner will want to avoid
The experts at Practical Motorhome are sharing the 33 errors you'll want to avoid making and the things you will want to make sure...
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How to build a shelf in your motorhome’s kitchen
Ingenuity can turn garage clutter into a useful additional storage shelf in your motorhome kitchen, says Techno Tom Bedworth.
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These are my 15 must-haves for any motorhome trip
Motorhome Matt shares his must-haves for any tour - items that may not be essentials but the accessories that he just can’t leave at...
Travel and Touring
27 mistakes you’ll want to avoid next time you’re on-site
The expert team at Practical Motorhome are sharing the 27 mistakes you'll want to avoid next time you're on-site in your 'van.
Travel and Touring
Here’s how my weekend tour to Norfolk went in the McLouis Fusion 373
Peter Baber took the McLouis Fusion 373 out on a tour to Norfolk and found it offered the ideal base for a summer weekend...
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Replacing a Fiat Ducato door mirror
Diamond Dave explains how he went about replacing a Fiat Ducato mirror after suffering a smashed mirror housing.
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Buying a used Ace Novella coachbuilt motorhome (2002-2006)
Ace Novella coachbuilt motorhomes were exciting, appealing and sold by the shedload - and they make an enticing used buy, says Gentleman Jack.
News
Who will come out on top of the Practical Motorhome Awards 2025?
The results of the Practical Motorhome Awards 2025 will be announced during our special online week, running 2-8 December 2024.
Shows & Events
Dates announced for the Great Caravan, Motorhome and Holiday Home Show 2025
The Great Caravan, Motorhome and Holiday Home Show is returning for the public from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 September 2025.
News
Erwin Hymer Centre Travelworld to hold Autumn All-in Event
The event, running from 8-10 November, will see limited-time deals run on the entire range of stock vehicles for guests to the showroom.
Advice
Do you need a special sat nav for a motorhome?
If you're wondering "do you need a special sat nav for a motorhome" we're here to help, as we talk you through the benefits...
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5 tips to help you prepare for a winter tour
The experts at insurance company Auto Finance are sharing their top tips to help you prepare for a winter tour.
Travel
CAMC announces Certificated Location of the Year 2024 winners
Brambles in Anglesey was named Overall CL Winner, it was revealed, as the CAMC announced its Cerificated Location of the year 2024 winners.
Habitation Matters
How I went about tracking down a fault in an A-class motorhome
Sometimes problems such as loss of power in a motorhome require a great deal of detective work before the cause (and a solution) can...
Advice
Pilote Vega V600G X Edition vs Bailey Endeavour B62
Both Pilote and Bailey offer solid craftsmanship, attractive interiors and plenty of storage - but which of these models is right for you?
Advice
Meet the Škoda S1203, a ‘van that was great to drive and extremely reliable
Gentleman Jack takes a look at the Škoda S1203 (1968-1999), a 'van that offered a great driving experience and was also extremely reliable.
News
The XL Family A 7872-2 debuts at the October NEC Show on the Dethleffs stand
Dethleffs had a number of new models making their NEC Show debut, including the 8.40m long XL Family A 7872-2.
Manufacturers
Marquis Leisure displays new and updated Benimar ‘vans at the October NEC Show
The 'vans come in a choice of layouts and include additions to the Primero and Tessoro ranges
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The Eriba Car makes its October NEC Show debut
The two model Eriba Car range both come on a VW Crafter and offer different sleeping arrangements.
News
Xplore unveils the CV X5 at the October NEC Show
Visitors to the Xplore stand got to see the new CV X5, a two-berth 'van with a raised rear bed and a garage that...
Shows & Events
WildAx displays refreshed ‘vans and first ever Ford Transit conversion at the NEC
Models on the WildAx stand show the results of the most significant refresh the converter has carried out in a while.
Shows & Events
Vantage brings new Ford Transit-based versions to the NEC Show
The Ora F-Line on display has been kitted out with a number of optional extras to make it gas-free
Manufacturers
The Mobilvetta Admiral debuts on the Marquis Leisure stand at the October NEC Show
The two-berth comes on a Fiat Ducato and has underfloor and underseat storage, 16" alloy wheels and a fitted solar panel
Shows & Events
Hillside launches new Hopton range at the October NEC Show
The converter is also relaunching the Castleton, a Ford-based range with an elevating roof and a rear external shower.
News
Autohaus showcases a new design and a revamped classic at the October NEC Show
Autohaus has its new Camelot C600 on display at the October NEC Show, as well as its revamped Spartan campervan.
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Redline unveils its adaptable new GT model at the October NEC Show
The Redline GT is on display at the October NEC Show, and can go on both the new Ford Transit Custom and the just...
News
The Coachman Duro launches at the October NEC Show
The 'van comes kitted out with features such as 18-inch tyres, four wheel drive, and heated front seats
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Auto-Trail exhibits new addition to Excel range at the October NEC Show
Auto-Trail is also exhibiting its newly launched optional rising roof that is available on all models in the Ford-based Excel range