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In pictures: testing the new Auto-Trail V-Line Sport 635 to the extreme

Caravan Times' Favourite Adventure Couple, Simon & Faye, CHeck out the new Autotrail V-line

This weekend however, we decided to test out how sporty the Auto-Trail V-Line Sport 635 really is.

Long term test of AutoTrail Tribute 670 - a family affair.

In this week's blog we look at how the Tribute performs for a family that is considering entering the motorhome market. We took the "Diaz" family, Mum Reina, Dad Tomas, Son Leo (11) and Daughter Sol (8) to Camp Bestival in Dorset for 4 days of family festival fun.

A VW Camper Van Transformed Into A Pub!

A story on mobile cocktail business, Fancy Flutes and why they've been causing quite the stir at various UK events.
Caravan site gutted in huge fire causing £1m in damage

An enormous fire has ripped through 160 caravans causing £1 million in damage at a site in Somerset
Caravan dealership launches new online store

Cheshire's largest caravan dealership, Leisure Sales, has unveiled its brand new online accessory store

Most popular motorhomes and caravans for first time buyers revealed

According to a poll, Bailey caravans and Auto-sleeper motorhomes are the most popular vehicles for first time buyers

Caravan manufacturer invests £8 million in new facility

Jim Bolton (Swift Group) and Steve Hewick (Houlton) review progress on the ground works

Manufacturers Swift Group is developing a new £8 million purpose built modern manufacturing facility at its headquarters in Cottingham, Yorkshire

Reasons To Carry On Touring Through Autumn

You know the time is coming to start the winter prep when the leaves start to turn brown and the sun starts to become a bit shy. As the years go on the numbers of holiday makers who tour all through the colder months keep. It seems that the turn in weather is not deterring holiday makers.

Use autumn to tour more

Campingaz Celebrates 70 Year Of Fuelling The Caravan World

The 70th year of gassing caravan holidays

The gas cylinder really is the backbone of outdoor living, especially when it comes to caravans and motorhomes. From portable gas barbecues to running your on board fridge, Campingaz has been helping us enjoy touring for 70 years.

Welsh Parks Toats Double Win And Two Decades Of Business

Smiles all round at the Celtic Holiday Park

Running a holiday park is not an easy task by any stretch of the imagination. Running a successful award winning one for 2 decades even harder. It seems the staff at this Pembrokeshire site are not afraid to put the work in.

Park £150,000 Bear Grylls Challenge Gamble

Henry Wild backs the bid for new action parks for kids

There is something to be said about sites that have great facilities to keep the kids happy. Knowing they are safe and having fun while you relax is worth its weight in gold. Well, now at this Ambleside park they can take fun a step further.

New Industry Site Directory To Make Trips More Varied

If there is one thing we that we have a wide range of here in the UK its caravan and camping sites. Some would even say we are spoilt for choice which makes the final choice of which one to choose a difficult task. With this new caravan industry directory you can browse at your leisure and maybe even find somewhere totally new.

Tow Cars Are Safer Yet Incidents Are On The Rise

The caravanner and motorhome driver contribute a hell of a lot of miles to the roads all over the UK and take up a lot of the road, does this lead to more incidents? In my opinion we are some of the safest and most self aware drivers behind the wheel, yet car incidents are still in the tens of thousands.

How Many Ways Can Aircon Help Once You Have It?

The Compact is so much more than cold air

Over the past few weeks we have seen Lee Davey using his new air con system from Truma and highlighting how it works and what impact an aftermarket fitting on your caravan. After some extensive usage Lee has discovered there is a lot more to it than just cool air flow.

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Swift Caravans

Based in Hull, Swift are leaders in the caravan and motorhome

Best-selling caravan manufacturer with a group incorporating Sprite and Sterling brands

Bailey Caravans

The first ever Bailey caravan was produced in 1948 by Martin Bailey

One of the best known names in the industry, Bailey of Bristol is the oldest caravan manufacturer in the UK.

Elddis Caravans

Over the last fifty years Elddis has built up a reputation for building great value tourers and motorhomes.

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Reasons To Carry On Touring Through Autumn

Tow Cars Are Safer Yet Incidents Are On The Rise

The Leisure Industry War On Plastic

All across the world the impact of mankind's carbon footprint is being seen, devastatingly so in some cases. But it seems that right here in the UK we are actually doing our best to change the dangerous path we are on, and this is clearly demonstrated in our leisure industry.

Towing Tips For The End Of Summer Trips

Do not let your habits slip at the end of summer

We have had quite a few good months of warm weather and record breaking temperatures to enjoy on site, but how long will it last? As we all start to gear up for our last few trips away we should not lose sight of good towing habits in the rush to get away before the winter arrives.

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