We’re coming up to the week of the Motorhome and Caravan Show 2024 (15th to 20th October), where attendees will be able to see the latest new season models from the biggest names in the industry, as well as browse a wide range of accessories and hear experts talk at the Inspiration Theatre.
Visitors to the Show will be able to see a wide range of the latest releases from the leading makes of caravans, and here, we’re sharing our favourite options on the market that you should be able to see. As well as that, we’re also sharing the answers to some of the common questions visitors may have, such as when the show opens, and are sharing a map so you can plan out your route through the halls.
Whether you’re looking for a new caravan or the best caravan awning, the October NEC Show is the place to be.
If you haven’t bought your ticket yet, be sure to make the most of our discount code to get your ticket at a reduced price too.
What can I expect to see at the October Caravan Show 2024?
Adria
The Adria line-up remains pretty much unchanged for this season. You will notice the new exterior colour scheme on the brand’s three mainstream ranges – Alpina, Adora and Altea – which is designed to make them more distinguishable. One that we reviewed recently, the Adria Alpina Colorado
Stand: 7-20/7-35/6-36
Bailey of Bristol
The main focus on the Bailey stand at the NEC will be the recently launched new Unicorn Deluxe range, an update to one of the company’s most popular line-ups.
It now comes complete with a powerful 130W solar panel and a Sonos speaker.
But watch, too, for the modern-looking Discovery range, the Phoenix GT75 and the 8ft-wide Pegasus Grande GT75, as well as the super-luxurious Alicanto Grandes.
Stand: 19-25
Buccaneer
Erwin Hymer UK’s most upmarket brand is staying largely unchanged for 2025. There are five models in the line-up, all of which are 8ft wide caravans with twin axles.
Stand: 20-19
Camperlands
Manchester-based accessory supplier Camperlands branched out into making mini-caravans under the Campmaster brand a few years ago. No new Campmaster model will be on display at the show (one is in the works for possible launch before Christmas), but you will be able to view its existing models, along with the trailer tents that the company supplies.
Stand: 12-35
Coachman
For the 2025 season, the focus at Coachman is on the Acadia, which has been revamped with new interiors and now includes two new models, the Coachman Acadia 460 and the 675 Xtra.
But look out, too, for the new Lusso III, at the luxury end of the brand’s offering. The full range of Laser caravans, now all tagged ‘Xtra’, will be at the show, including the revamped Coachman Laser 845 Xtra.
Stand: 19-20
Elddis
This year, Elddis is celebrating its 60th birthday, with the launch of the Crusader 60th Anniversary line-up.
This enhances the firm’s most upmarket range with special graphics, including a 60th anniversary logo, exclusive Mara upholstery and branded scatter cushions.
The new model in the Avanté range, the two-berth Elddis Avanté 520, mirrors a layout from the Affinity. Its end washroom is the biggest that Elddis has ever built.
Stand: 20-19
Eriba
Eriba is known for its mini-caravans with pop-top roofs, but look out for the new Eriba Touring 620, a slightly larger van than you might be used to from Eriba, with a sizeable rear lounge and front kitchen. As with all Touring models, such as the Eriba Touring 530, its two-tone exterior can feature retro primary colours.
Stand: 20-35
Hobby
This season, Hobby is aiming to simplify pricing on its caravans with the launch of the HobbyKomplett All-Inclusive Package.
This sees its vans come with a stabiliser hitch, heavy-duty steadies, blackout blinds and flyscreens, a Dometic rooflight, an awning light and wardrobe interior lighting all as standard. The firm is also improving its HobbyConnect system, to notify you when your gas bottle is running low.
Stand: 9-110
Knaus
Knaus has updated its Sport range for the 2025 season. The caravans now come with CatEye Evolution II tail lights on the rear panel, while the interior has been revamped with handle-free locker doors and drawers and wood-effect worktops. Look out for Cleanflex, the new waterless toilet system that is available for most Knaus models and can also be retrofitted.
Stand: 17-32
Swift
Swift has done with its entry-level Sprite what it did last year with the Challenger: developed an Exclusive special edition that comes with all sorts of extras.
As standard, Sprite Exclusive gets grey sides, diamond-cut alloys, an exterior BBQ point and mains socket, and a 100W solar panel. Inside, there’s a wireless charging pad, a dual-fuel hob and a slimline fridge. One model in the range is the Swift Sprite Exclusive Quattro MB, a six-berth van which impressed us when we reviewed it recently.
In addition, the new Elegance no longer has plastic bed surrounds, but does have Corian worktops, and there’s a smart blue exterior colour on Basecamp models.
Stand: 6-33/6-39
Weinsberg
From this season, Weinsberg’s CaraOne EDITION models, which you will be able to see at the NEC show, come with corner steadies made of reinforced glass fibre, designed to save weight.
There is a new-look drawbar cover, too, while inside the vans, you will find new upholstery that has been designed to make it easier to access the underseat water tanks, and handy USB-C sockets, too.
As with sister brand Knaus, Weinsberg is offering the new Cleanflex water-free toilet system as an optional extra.
Stand: 17-32
What awnings will be on display at the October Caravan Show 2024?
Many of the leading caravan awning manufacturers will be exhibiting at the NEC this October.
Isabella
The Nordic is the latest caravan awning from Isabella, available in 2.4m and 3m depths. Designed for all-year use, it has a heavy-duty frame and a solid PVC roof.
Fronts and sides are interchangeable and are made from easy-clean, fade-resistant Isacryl material. You also get window flaps for privacy, additional ventilation and extra-wide entrance doors.
Stand: 17-34
Vango
Head to the Vango stand to discover the accessories company’s wide range of caravan awnings, including the Balletto, Riviera and Tuscany air awnings, many with single-point inflation and made with Vango’s own hard-wearing Elements fabric.
Stand: 17-31
What accessories can I expect to see at the October NEC Show?
Dometic
Outdoor tech specialists Dometic will be on hand at the NEC to showcase some of the company’s most innovative products, including mobile power supply solutions and energy-efficient rooftop air conditioners. If you’ve been looking for the best caravan air awning, be sure to check out the firm’s new range of inflatable awnings, too.
Stand: 12-195
Duvalay
Get ready for a good night’s sleep in your caravan with Duvalay’s choice of award-winning sleep solutions. Visitors will be able to see Duvalay’s new-look mattress range, which features the lightweight, ultra-comfortable D-Roll and D-Lite Alto mattresses, as well as the D-Luxe range, with grey edging.
Stand: 6-23
Energian
Authorised UK distributor for EcoFlow, Energian will be showing its renewable energy and energy storage products. Expect to see everything from portable batteries to solar panels, fridge/freezers, energy storage, solar battery systems and complete off-grid solutions.
Stand: 20-10
Penguin Refrigeration
The importer of Vitrifrigo’s high-quality 12V/24V compressor-driven fridges and freezers will return to the NEC with the very latest models, featuring the innovative, compact BD Nano compressor (designed to be 40% shorter and 67% lighter than previous units) from Secop.
These fridges and freezers have exceptionally low power consumption, making them ideal for supporting off-grid and solar power usage.
Stand: 11-28
RooDog Electric Bikes
With electric bikes to suit all tastes – from city use to mountain biking – RooDog Electric Bikes will be showing a selection of ebikes available in a range of colours and styles, with a number of foldable models.
Stand: 8-07
The essentials: planning your trip to the NEC Show
Plan for a great day out at the NEC show with our guide to all the key information
When is the Motorhome and Caravan Show at the NEC?
The Motorhome and Caravan show is being held from 15 to 20 October and is open between 10am and 6pm every day.
Is there a Motorhome and Caravan Show discount code?
If you haven’t gor your ticket yet, be sure to take advantage of the Practical Caravan Reader Offer for tickets at £13.50 (expires midnight 14 October, £16.50 after this time). You can use the discount code PCRV to save 50p per ticket.
Parking and a show guide are included. Free entry for under-16s accompanied by a paying adult/senior, but they still require a ticket to attend. Note that no dogs are allowed (except assistance dogs).
Where to stay
The Caravan and Motorhome Club will be hosting a temporary onsite campsite at the NEC in North Car Parks 10 and 10a between 11am on Monday 14 October and 10am on Monday 21 October.
Note that there is no overnight camping allowed at the NEC outside of this campsite.
Is parking free at the Motorhome and Caravan Show?
Parking at the Motorhome & Caravan Show is included in the ticket price and will be allocated on arrival.
When you arrive at the NEC, staff will direct you to the appropriate car park. Disabled parking is available but cannot be pre-booked; bring your Blue Badge with you.
Accessibility
The NEC is committed to being accessible to all, with wheelchairs available free for Blue Badge holders and £5 for all other visitors. Scooters are supplied by the NEC at £15 per day for all visitors – pre-book to avoid disappointment.
Full details available at thenec.co.uk/visitors/accessibility.
A map of the show
You can find a bigger version of the map here.
Who is speaking at the Inspiration Theatre?
Meet some of the celebrity speakers appearing at the Inspiration Theatre…
Kate Humble
Having grown up next door to a farm in Berkshire, TV presenter Kate Humble had what she describes as a “proper childhood” – building camps, climbing trees and exploring the great outdoors! Over the past 20 years, she has become a familiar face on our screens, presenting shows such as Animal Park, Springwatch and Autumnwatch. Kate will be talking about her love of the outdoors, and her latest book, with compere Rowland Rivron at the Inspiration Theatre on Thursday 17 October.
Kwoklyn Wan
When not cooking for the TV cameras on Steph’s Packed Lunch and This Morning, Kwoklyn loves to explore new places in his caravan. Join him as he shares some of his favourite destinations, and delicious, one-wok, one-pot dishes that he cooks while he’s on tour. Kwoklyn will be appearing at the Inspiration Theatre on Saturday and Sunday.
Annabel Croft
Last year we caught up with tennis star, sports pundit and Caravan and Motorhome Club Ambassador Annabel Croft at the show, where she was talking about her love of the great outdoors. She returns to the NEC on Tuesday 15 October for a live Q&A.
Ask the Experts
If you have a pressing caravanning query, such as are caravan covers waterproof, this could be your time to find out the answer! An expert panel consisting of podcaster Motorhome Matt Sims, technical expert David Whitehead and journalist Peter Rosenthal will be appearing at the Inspiration Theatre every day at 11.45am to answer your technical and practical questions about leisure vehicle ownership.
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