Caravan and Motorhome Blog

Whether you are a complete novice when it comes to caravanning, or a seasoned camper you will love the new six-part series hitting Channel 5 this Friday (6th August 2021) airing at 8pm. Motorhoming with Merton and Webster follows an unlikely camping duo – Paul Merton (“Have I Got News for You”), and his comedian wife Suki Webster as they try their hand at motorhome living.

Both brakes and bearings are extremely important parts of your caravan – bearings keeping you moving, and brakes stopping you when you need to. So, keeping both of these parts of your caravan well looked after and properly maintained is vital for the safe running of your caravan.

With more electric and hybrid cars on the road than ever before, and this number being set to grow exponentially into the future there are a lot of questions to answer regarding their capacity to tow.

Every caravan should be regularly serviced - whether it’s brand new or getting into its old age, you can easily tell the difference between a caravan which has been looked after, and one that hasn’t.

When towing a caravan (or anything for that matter) behind your vehicle it is essential that it is loaded correctly. The loading of your caravan will have a big impact on it’s towing characteristics when you’re on the road.

Caravans are particularly susceptible to overheating in the summer months if they aren’t cooled properly. For the most reliable and effective way of cooling your caravan, most campers will opt for a caravan air condition system.

Caravanning has become hugely popular in the UK, and with the ‘staycation’ becoming the most feasible holiday this year there have been a boom in the sales of caravans and motorhomes. But is your caravan fully insured both on and off the road? And what exactly does your policy cover? Today we are going to look at some important factors to consider when taking out your caravan insurance policy and how to make sure you are always fully covered.

Welcome to the latest generation of camping, a generation that requires no more than a push of a button, or the flick of a switch to get the job done. Some say lazy…we say relaxing, and after all that’s what you’re camping for, right?

Thinking of getting away in your caravan this April, but stuck for ideas on where to go? Well, look no further, read on to find out some of the best caravanning spots to visit, and what to expect when you get there. So, without further ado lets get into some of the best places to visit spring 2021.

The gas systems onboard your caravan or motorhome are vital when your away on your camping holidays, allowing you to heat food, your caravan, and water. Ensuring your gas equipment is reliable and safe is a lifesaver…literally. We are going to cover some useful equipment and tips for keeping your caravan gas systems in order, as well as some of the best brands for reliability and price.