It seems that the general trend with fixed single beds is to sling the van’s washroom right at the back behind them. But there are still a couple of models out there with fixed single beds and the washroom in front of them. The advantage of this set-

It’s been a busy few months here at Practical Caravan HQ – we’re just about to launch the second iteration of our popular Van Live! virtual show (p39), and we’ve created our biggest ever reader survey (you’ll find it at www.practicalcaravan.com/reade

We visited in July, when the weather was agreeably warm and sunny. But Ireland is one of the wettest countries in Europe, so it’s advisable to take waterproofs and stout footwear at any time of year. We used the Irish Ferries Holyhead-Dublin crossing

A few years ago, you might have been forgiven for saying that when it comes to innovative space-saving design, campervan manufacturers have stolen a march on caravan designers. So it is good to note the tide has turned, now we see the likes of Camper

Llwyn Ffynnon Touring and Caravan Park Address Yffor, Pwllheli, Gwynedd LL53 6UY › www.llwyn-ffynnon.co.uk Open 1 March to 31 October Charges (pitch+hook-up) £25 The seasonal pitches on this site are immensely popular, and it’s easy to see why. Not o

Clifden Campsite and Caravan Park This peaceful, family-friendly campsite makes an ideal base for exploring Connemara’s beaches and countryside Address Shanaheever, Westport Road, Clifden, Co Galway H71 TPO8 › clifdencamping.com › 00 353 (0)95 22150

While nature’s superbugs contrive to keep human activity at bay, there are signs, perhaps more hopeful than actual, that come summer, we will be able to take up some much-missed ‘normal’ activities. Plans for the Wimbledon tournament are going ahead

The Erwin Hymer Group (EHG) says the pandemic has slowed its integration with its new owner Thor Industries, and delayed the roll-out of Airstream caravans in Europe. But in a statement markin the end of its first full year as part of the US firm, EH

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People’s needs differ, and your layout choice will depend on your companions and how you want to use your caravan. To understand which layouts are available, spend a day at one of the big shows, where manufacturers and dealers will be showing their l

Towing to the Llyn Peninsula is best via the A497 from Porthmadog. We used the A5 to Llangollen, the A494 to Bala and the A4210 to Trawsfynydd before reaching Porthmadog via the A470. The main tourist season is from Easter to the end of October. Duri

Many motoring commentators think 2021 will be the year of the electric car. For caravanners, I wonder whether it is going to be the year of the hybrid. Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), in particular, are making great strides. An increasing number of these ve

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Welcome to VAN LIVE! Practical Caravan The past year really has been extraordinarily eventful for the leisure vehicle industry: dealerships and campsites have been forced to temporarily close their doors, and we’ve all had to stay at home during the

As defined by EU Directive 95/48/ EC, the car or other vehicle’s weight with a 90% full fuel tank, all necessary fluids, 68kg for the driver and 7kg of luggage. This is the figure that is used to calculate a tow car match (Gross train weight) The max

Do you store your caravan, and if so, when did you last check it? We are lucky enough to keep our 2017 van at home, which was fortunate when we found water on the floor, caused by a leak between the roof panels last November. Our dealership was close

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Who are you? I’m Kay Hutson, wife of Practical Caravan contributor Nigel Hutson. We are keen caravanners, and I’ve been touring with Nigel for the past 22 years. Why are you a local authority on Hope Valley? To me, Hope Valley, in the heart of Derbys

Despite another lockdown, the demand for caravans doesn’t seem to be abating. I was at a dealership on the eve of the latest lockdown, and the sales manager was very positive about business, both pre-Christmas and into the new year. In fact, he told