Practical Caravan - 28 Nov 2024
PLAN YOUR 2025 NOW!
INSIDE! OUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO SERVICING
EXPERT REVIEWS
ESSENTIAL ADVICE
AND MORE…
IT’S CHRISTMAS
Christmas wishes
Annual servicing Sammy Faircloth explains why regular servicing by a suitably qualified professional is essential, and what to expect
48 hours in… Morecambe Bay Make the most of your weekend break with our hour-by-hour guide to the traditional seaside resort
First look: Wandahome Wanderer 19TB This impressive dealer special, based on Coachman’s popular Acadia 575, has lots to offer
Getaway: North Yorkshire Nigel and Kay Hutson combine a trip to the Harrogate show with some superb sightseeing around Ripon
Getaway: Canterbury The cathedral city of Kent makes an ideal location for Christmas shopping and sightseeing, Susan Taylor finds
NEC show round-up Plenty of superb new models and touring gadgets were on display at the recent Motorhome & Caravan Show
Product review: pup tents Packing a pup tent and accessories is the ideal way to give teenage children their own space on tour
First look: Sprite Exclusive Major 6 TD Swift’s latest Exclusive upgrade makes this comfortable six-berth even more family-friendly
Great escape: Northumberland Susan Taylor returns to the scenic North-east to learn more about the history of Hadrian’s Wall
Rear-view cameras John Sootheran has all you need to know about buying and fitting a rear-view camera system for your van
Getaway: Austria The Lyon family enjoy an active summer holiday, hiking, cycling and exploring in the beautiful Austrian Alps
Around Europe in eight dishes Classic recipes from across the Continent for you to cook, and places to enjoy them on tour
Industry insight: Alde Specialising in heating systems, the Swedish brand has a long history in the caravan market
Personal shopper Let our experts help find your next used buy!
Puzzle time Take a well-earned break with festive brain-teasers
Selecting a towbar Top tips for choosing the right towing gear
Buyer’s guide Featuring every 2025-season caravan on UK sale
The Penny Project Nigel Donnelly reports on the latest work
Tow cars We take a first look at the new Volkswagen Tayron
Skills school Get your outfit ready for touring in the winter
Four-season tow cars A selection of our favourite models
Used vans Andrew Jenkinson reports from the forecourts
Tested Peter Baber has all the news from the showrooms
Connect Latest caravanning news, views and photographs
Travel A round-up of upcoming fun days for all the family
Expert Q&A Caravanning problem? Our panel can help!
Used van buyer The Coachman Pastiche 520/4 (2016)
The big picture Baroque splendour in Salzburg, Austria
New gear Top kit to enhance your touring experience!
Used tow car test Ssangyong Rexton (2016-present)
Look-back page Caravanning life in years gone by
New tow car test Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Touring
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IN THE TRAVEL SECTION…
World class
CHRISTMAS CONCERTS
YOUR TRIP PLANNER
ALL THINGS WISE AND WONDERFUL
ALL THINGS WISE AND WONDERFUL
TRIP PLANNER
WE STAYED AT...
THE HILLS ARE ALIVE!
THE HILLS ARE ALIVE!
TRIP PLANNER
WE STAYED AT...
Paella
AROUND EUROPE IN 8 DISHES
Apple Strudel
Spanakopita
Tiramisu
Pastéis de Nata
Coq au vin
Smørrebrød
Swedish meatballs
MORECAMBE
TRIP PLANNER
Fast fact
IN THE NEW-VAN SECTION…
Charging EV tow cars remains an issue
HOW WE TEST VANS
NEC show praised despite visitor drop
MORE SHOWS NEXT YEAR
Former sales manager sets up on his own
The NCC at 85
Turner departs from Swift Group
Burton dealer moves
SPRITE EXCLUSIVE MAJOR 6 TD
NEED TO KNOW
THE MAJOR 6 TD UP CLOSE
WANDAHOME WANDERER 19TB
NEED TO KNOW
THE WANDERER 19TB UP CLOSE
TOP NEWS FROM THE SHOW
TOP NEWS FROM THE SHOW
You can create the perfect environment for teens who need their own space on tour, says John Sootheran PUP TENT LUXURY
PRODUCT ROUND-UP
FINDING IT TRICKY TO BUY YOUR DREAM VAN? CHECK OUT OUR SITE!
Good weather for the forecourts
IN THE USED VANS SECTION…
Paul and Samantha – putting family first
Fred and Nancy – scaling down
1 2019 Swift Sprite Major 4SB
1 2018 Elddis Avanté GTS 866
2 2017 Swift Sprite Major 6 TD
3 2015 Elddis Affinity 554
2 2019 Bailey Phoenix 640
3 2018 Elddis Avanté Stowford 840
VOLKSWAGEN TAYRON
Towing is a skill that can be learned
IN THE TOW CAR SECTION…
SUBARU CROSSTREK 2.0i Touring
THE CROSSTREK UP CLOSE
TECH SPEC
KIA SORENTO 2.2 CRDI ‘3’
VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2.0 TSI 4MOTION R-LINE
FOUR-SEASON TOW CARS
ŠKODA KODIAQ 2.0 TDI 193PS SE L 4X4 DSG
VOLVO V60 T6 AWD PLUS
DACIA DUSTER TCE 130 JOURNEY
SSANGYONG REXTON (2016-present)
OR YOU COULD TRY...
TECH SPEC
CHOOSING THE RIGHT TOWBAR
FIND A TOWBAR FITTER
HOW TO... PREPARE YOUR OUTFIT FOR WINTER TOURING
Keep an eye on the road behind you
AT SKILLS SCHOOL THIS ISSUE…
PC GUIDE TO... Rear-view cameras
TYPES OF REAR-VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM
Benefits of rear-view cameras for caravans
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