Andrew Jenkinson finds there’s lots to like about the Swift Challenger 500, a couples-friendly caravan with a decent spec.
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The Traitors star Fiona Hughes to appear on the Caravan and Motorhome Club’s stand at the October NEC Show
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How I replaced the Herzim trim on my caravan
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Celebrating 125 years of the Camping and Caravanning Club
The Camping and Caravanning Club is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, and a...
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Caravan towbars: the ultimate guide
Having a caravan towbar will be essential for anyone who is towing. Here, we...
This is how I smartened up the A-frame fairing on my 1998 caravan
Nigel Donnelly takes a look at Penny's A-frame fairing, as he seeks to give...
Well equipped and sporty, a diesel Mazda CX-60 makes a very capable towing machine
A used Mazda CX-60 is an SUV that is a strong tow car under...
With its spacious end bedroom and a decent spec, a 2023 Compass Casita 454 makes a good used buy for couples
Andrew Jenkinson takes a look at the couple’s-friendly 2023 Compass Casita 454, a van...
“I slowed down, chilled out and let many more things go as we travelled”: this is how I found a month of caravanning with my dad and my dog
Lottie Gross takes a look at how to survive a month in your caravan...
Lowdhams mourns a pioneer
Lowdhams is mourning the passing of its former boss Roger Crafts, who oversaw its growth to become one of the UK's largest dealerships.
Police appeal for witnesses following theft of two luxury caravans in Devon
Police are warning caravanners in the Devon area after two high end caravans were stolen from a farm in Awliscombe earlier this month.
Airstream adds the 17RB to its more lightweight World Traveler range
Production is due to start in the autumn, although there is currently no indication as to whether the Airstream World Traveler 17RB will be...
The new VW T-Roc promises an improved infotainment and more space
The latest Volkswagen T-Roc has an easy to use new infotainment system and a 475 litre boot capacity.
Issue 507 is now on sale!
Issue 507 comes with reviews of the Swift Challenger 500 and the BMW i5 M60 xDrive Touring, there's our special Take Five feature, and...
North York Moors caravan park gets funding to recover from fire
Grouse Hill Caravan Park, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, had to be evacuated last August when flames came dangerously close to the...
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we share our favourite caravan barbecues on the market - whether you're after a gas caravan bbq or a charcoal caravan barbecue, there's bound...
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The best TVs for a caravan provide an excellent viewing experience when you're pitched up in your tourer.
The best caravan rear-view camera 2026: our top picks
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The best caravan towing mirrors 2026: our top picks
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The best petrol tow cars can tow with ease. Here are five of our favourites, featuring Kia, BMW, Cupra and more.