Practical Caravan

Practical Caravan is Britain's best-selling caravan magazine. Each month we travel at home and abroad, bringing you essential guides to the best caravan holidays around. There's practical advice, too, with technical tips and all your questions answered, making us the perfect place for first-timers and experts alike.

How to buy better

THE BIG SHOT

Connect • THIS MONTH WE CHAT… WILDERNESS // WINDOWS // WILDLIFE

Your photos! • EN ROUTE // ON SITE // AND EVERYWHERE IN BETWEEN

PC’S CHRISTMAS Gift Guide • Searching for the perfect presents for caravanning friends and family? Look no further…

Expert Q&A • Got a burning caravanning question? Ask one of our team on the email address below!

Travel

ROUTE MASTER • Your monthly guide to major roadworks and diversions

EVENTS • Crack a chestnut and grab a cup of good cheer at these wonderful seasonal markets!

PARKS AND RECREATION • Since the designation of the UK’s first National Park in 1951, these have been wonderful places to work, rest and play. Take your pick from mountain, coast or forest, says Paul Critcher

Coasting along on tour • Colin Burdett finds glorious landscapes on his doorstep with a visit to the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

TOP PEAK DISTRICT sights & sites • You could feel a bit spoilt for choice when it comes to deciding what to see and where to stay in this magnificent National Park. Here’s a selection of our favourite places to go!

BEAUTIFUL BEAULIEU • Sue Taylor explores motoring history amid ancient woodlands on a trip to the beautiful New Forest National Park

On track in glorious Galloway • Exploring the fabulous landscapes of Scotland’s south-west is the ideal birthday gift for an adventurous parent, says Marcus Leach

BRIXHAM • Looking to visit somewhere new? Let the locals guide you on your way. This month, a Devon delight

ROAD SENSE A684 • We look at major UK driving routes and reveal everything you need to know

Tested • REVIEWS // NEWS // INDUSTRY UPDATES

HOW WE TEST VANS • Our review types explained

SHOWEROOM NEWS • The latest developments from caravan manufacturers and dealers

Call for smart motorways to be “paused”

IN BRIEF

The UK’s top brands, as voted for by you • We asked readers and C&CC members for feedback on buying and owning new and used tourers for our annual Owner Satisfaction Survey. Here’s what you told us

Pre-owned or secondhand?

BAILEY PHOENIX+ 440 • Lightweight and compact, this caravan would be ideal for couples on tour during the summer months

SWIFT CONQUEROR 480 • Contemporary styling and a focus on the kitchen and lounge make this a great choice for couples

BAILEY DISCOVERY D4-4 • In a nutshell… entry-level price, premium performance

VW ARTEON SHOOTING BRAKE • In a nutshell… Sharp style, capable towing

Guide to... CYCLING ON TOUR • Caravanning and cycling are the ideal combination for exploring the UK’s splendid scenery. Whether your preference is for coast or countryside, here’s everything you need to know about travelling on two wheels!

CYCLING ON TOUR • What’s good for your health, fights climate change and helps you get the most from every trip? Cycling, that’s what!

INSIDE EBIKES • Electric bikes can make caravanning even more fun! Here’s everything you need to know about them

RIDE ROUTES • Once you’ve reached your touring destination and pitched up, two wheels are a brilliant way to explore the beautiful landscapes. Marcus Leach selects six of his favourite cycle trails for you to enjoy

10 TOP CAMPSITES FOR CYCLING • Touring and cycling are a brilliant partnership, and these campsites make the...