Practical Caravan - 27 Nov 2025
FAB FIVE!
CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE
AND MORE...
TECHNICAL ADVICE
New rules – take note!
Special report: The Somme 2026 marks the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme – we share where to stay and what to see
First look: Bailey Pegasus Black Edition range We check out some of the features in the new and improved five-model range!
48 hours in… Matlock Make the most of your weekend break with our hour-by-hour guide to this lovely Peak District town
First look: Coachman VIP 565 A once popular layout returns with an attractive model that should appeal to a variety of buyers
The Penny project Nigel Donnelly reports on the latest stages in the refurbishment and upgrade of his 1998 Bailey project van
First look: Bailey Pegasus Black Edition Bologna Peter Baber reports on this twin-axle van with an L-shaped layout
Personal shopper Looking for your next pre-owned caravan? Let our team of experts help you track down the perfect choice!
Getaway: Cardiff Victor Charles enjoys a break in the Welsh capital and discovers winter wonderlands and seasonal markets
Lottie on Tour Our regular columnist Lottie Gross shares her experiences of what it’s like to be a millennial caravanner!
12 Stays of Christmas Fancy celebrating the 25th in your caravan? We pick some top sites that are open for the holidays!
Getaway: St Ives Susan Taylor finds this beautiful resort in North Cornwall to be the perfect place to bring in the New Year
Six of the best John Sootheran picks out some of the coolest caravanning upgrades, from motor movers to awnings
Tech at the NEC Our pick of the technical highlights at the recent Motorhome and Caravan Show
Tow cars First look at the Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDI Gt-line S AWD
Buying advice? What features should you look for in a tow car?
Tow car test We drive the new Mercedes-benz E 450 D Estate
Plug-in hybrid tow cars A round-up of some of our favourites
Expert Q&A Caravanning problem? Our expert panel can help
Used tow car test Jeep Renegade, from 2015 to the present
Tested Peter Baber has the industry news you need to know!
Used van buyer How to bag a bargain Venus 570 from 2017
Puzzle time Take a well-earned break with our brain-teasers
Registration advice New European touring rules explained!
Buyer’s guide Featuring 2026-season caravans on UK sale
Travel A round-up of upcoming festive family fun at the zoo
Used vans Andrew Jenkinson reports from the forecourts
Connect Latest caravanning news, views and photographs
Christmas gifts guide Seasonal gifts for all budgets!
Look-back page Caravanning life in years gone by!
Skills school How to factory reset a caravan alarm
The big picture Artistic St Ives in Cornwall
‘We were sitting in a café overlooking the sea and tucking into the catch of the day when we were treated to a beautiful rainbow’
Where are we?
‘We were sitting in a café overlooking the sea and tucking into the catch of the day when we were treated to a beautiful rainbow’
BE PART OF CAMPING AND CARAVANNING CLUB HISTORY!
Cheddar Bridge Touring Park goes on The Market after 20 Years
AA CARAVAN & CAMPING AWARDS CELEBRATE THE BEST OF UK OUTDOOR ESCAPES
The BEST dog-friendly spots to visit this winter
AA CAMPSITES OF THE YEAR
This month we celebrate the joy of bringing families and friends together, and a spooky halloween tourer!
Christmas gift guide
JUMBO CROSSWORD
HALF & HALF
ANSWER
SUDOKU
WORDWISE
Expert Q&A
What it ’s like to be a millennial caravanner
What it ’s like to be a millennial caravanner
Shining a light
The Somme With 2026 marking the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, we tour some of the area’s historic locations and recommend places to stay in your tourer
Matlock Make the most of your weekend break with our hour-by-hour guide to this Derbyshire town in the Peak District
12 Stays of Christmas Our pick of some cracking caravan parks that are open to visitors over the holiday break
Dates for your diary It’s the lead up to Christmas, with seasonal entertainment across the UK for all the family
St Ives Susan Taylor celebrates New Year in style with fancy dress and Champagne celebrations in Cornwall!
Cardiff Victor Charles heads to the Welsh capital for bright lights, festive markets and winter wonderlands
Festive fun at the zoo
SCOTTISH FIRE FESTIVALS
Practical Caravan
CARDIFF at Christmas
CARDIFF at Christmas
WE STAYED AT...
TRIP PLANNER
12 STAYS OF CHRISTMAS
12 STAYS OF CHRISTMAS
CHRISTMAS CRACKERS
POPPING CORKS in St Ives
POPPING CORKS in St Ives
TRIP PLANNER
WE STAYED AT...
MATLOCK
TRIP PLANNER
Did you know?
THE STORY OF THE SOMME
POETS ON THE SOMME
THE STORY OF THE SOMME
Sheffield Memorial Park Serre
Historical Museum of the Great War Peronne
Newfoundland Park Beaumont-hamel
Sheffield Memorial Park Serre
Newfoundland Park Beaumont-hamel
BIG GUNS
Lochnagar Crater La Boisselle
Somme Battlefields
Thiepval Memorial and visitor centre
Sunken Lane Hawthorn Ridge
SOMME ON THE SCREEN
Somme Battlefields
Lochnagar Crater La Boisselle
Delville Wood Longueval
Pozières Windmill battlefield
Butte de Warlencourt
Crucifix Corner Bazentin-le-petit
Enjoy our new look!
AI CARAVAN WINS AT VEGAS
IN BRIEF
HOW WE TEST VANS
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COACHMAN VIP 565
COACHMAN VIP 565 UP CLOSE
NEED TO KNOW
BAILEY’S NEW BLACK MAGIC
BRINDISI
BOLOGNA
MESSINA
PORTOFINO
AMALFI
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BAILEY PEGASUS BLACK ED. BOLOGNA
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THE PEGASUS BLACK EDITION BOLOGNA UP CLOSE
NEED TO KNOW
ANDY’S PICKS OF THE MONTH
Grab a low stock deal this new year
Venus 570 (2017)
Personal shopper
VENUS 570 (2017)
THE VENUS 570 UP CLOSE
NEED TO KNOW
PERSONAL SHOPPER
TONY AND SAMANTHA – TIME FOR FREEDOM
THE GALLAGHERS – ALL IN THE FAMILY
THE GREGORYS – HOSTING GUESTS
KIA SPORTAGE 1.6 T-GDI 235BHP GT-LINE S AWD
Don’t forget the tow car!
Jeep Renegade (2015-present)
Mercedes E 450 d Estate
Plug-in hybrids Five of the best tow car hybrids reviewed
MERCEDES-BENZ E 450 D ESTATE
MERCEDES E 450 D UP CLOSE
TECH SPEC
PLUG-IN HYBRIDS
VW PASSAT 1.5 TSI EHYBRID 204PS ELEGANCE
BMW X5 50E M SPORT
VOLVO XC90 T8 PLUS
TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID DESIGN
LEXUS RX450H+ PREMIUM
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A TOW CAR
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A TOW CAR
JEEP RENEGADE (2015-present)
OR YOU COULD TRY…
TECH SPEC
USED TOW CAR TEST
What to pay
NEW EUROPEAN TOURING RULES EXPLAINED
FINDING IT TRICKY TO BUY YOUR DREAM VAN? CHECK OUT OUR SITE!
HOW TO... FACTORY RESET A CARAVAN ALARM
Get your tools out!
AT SKILLS SCHOOL THIS ISSUE…
Six cool caravanning upgrades
Air-conditioning
Auto levelling
Motor mover
Wind-out awnings
Caravan mobile internet/wi-fi
SOME BONUS UPGRADES
Nano ceramic paint protectants
Blind conf idence
TOP TIPS FOR TENSIONING YOUR SEITZ BLINDS
Costs so far...
OUR TOP TOURING-TECH HIGHLIGHTS
Isabella Compressor cool box
Vango Dynamic Weave Fabric
WIN!
Ecoflow DELTA PRO 3
Avtex 12V TV with Freely
Roamer Lithium Leisure Batteries
Pioneer SXT-C10PS Retro Stereo
Isabella ISACOOL air-conditioning unit
Falcon Technology 5G Portable Router (ESIM compatible)
Truma Combineo 6 E 2-in-1 heater
Note
Choose your favourite layout – the letters above each are referenced in our guide
FIND THE PERFECT FLOORPLAN FOR YOUR NEEDS
Top buying tips
TECHNICAL TERMS EXPLAINED
Coasting along
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