Tips for brilliant touring

The news that this October’s Motorhome & Caravan

THE BIG SHOT

‘As you descend, there is a lovely view

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THIS MONTH WE CHAT… GOING BAREFOOT // GOING

A BAREFOOT SUMMER!

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UK STICKER NEEDED

In something of a turnabout, the Government has

Movies to drive for

Many iconic films are shot at wonderful UK locations, and motoring specialists at LeaseVan.co.uk have sifted through some of the best-loved to identify great scenic drives from cinematic history

OCTOBER 2021 NEC SHOW IS POSTPONED

This October’s Motorhome and Caravan Show has been

YOU ALSO SAID

Having bought our Lunar Quasar 696 caravan in

This month we love...

ESSENTIAL KIT FOR… STARGAZING // SNAPPING GREAT SHOTS // AERIAL ADVENTURES

Expert Q&A

Got a burning caravanning question? Ask one of our team on the email address below !

Travel

THIS ISSUE WE VISIT… DEVON // CORNWALL // WALES

EVENTS

New season, new adventures! Here are some great places to add to your itinerary

Into the madding crowd

Sue Taylor explores part of Cornwall’s glorious Atlantic Coast and discovers why it remains a perennially popular tour destination

OUR FAMILY TIME

After months apart in the lockdowns , a reunion in the Welsh mountains Jayne Leach and family enjoy

FAIR !

Scarborough

10 TOP SITES FOR RIVER & CANAL WALKS

Fancy taking a stroll by the water, but don’t want to head to the seaside? Look inland to find beautiful walks by some of the UK’s loveliest rivers and canals!

AMBLESIDE

Planning to visit somewhere new? Let the locals give you the lowdown! This month, the heart of the Lakes

ROAD SENSE

A483

Cymru Castles, canals and coastal paths

A campsite between Cardiff and Newport is the perfect base for exploring South Wales, says Andria Massey

Sales are strong, supply is challenging

So the annual knees-up that is the October

Coachman adds an Xtra name

Brands relabelled to distinguish new models

Unicorn gets a makeover

An even bigger central front window that is

Knaus offers electric options

Knaus is producing a special electric-only edition of

UNICORN’S NEW GENERATION V

Bailey’s Unicorn has long been among the most popular caravan ranges in Britain, and regularly featured in the pages of this magazine. Now the Bristol manufacturer has revealed its latest iteration – here we reveal everything that you need to know

BAILEY UNICORN VIGO

We’re first to test this smart four berth, which has received carefully considered design updates

SWIFT SPRITE ALPINE 4

Solidly built yet light in weight, this well-equipped four-berth would be ideal for all-season touring

A simple question of supply and demand

To gauge how the used caravan market is

STERLING ECCLES SPORT SR 442 (2013)

Stylish and spacious, this is an excellent choice for two on tour, says Andrew Jenkinson

LEARNING FROM EXPERIENCE

Our most recent Owner Satisfaction Survey results are essential reading if you’re planning to purchase a pre-owned caravan

Tow cars

THIS MONTH WE’RE TALKING ABOUT… TOYOTA HIGHLANDER // TOW CAR BUYING // SUZUKI SX4 S-CROSS

TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2.5 HYBRID AWD-I EXCEL

Solo or hitched up, the quiet and comfortable Toyota is ideal for relaxed long-distance driving

Verdict

It’s a slow-burner, the Toyota Highlander. The looks,

How to choose the PERFECT TOW CAR

Picking a tow car isn’t easy, but follow David Motton’s tips and you won’t go far wrong

SUZUKI SX4 S-CROSS (2013-PRESENT)

This award-winning SUV is a superbly efficient tow car, says Euan Doig

DIGITAL CAMERA GUIDE

Whether smartphone or DSLR, get to know your camera and you’ll soon be taking your best ever photos!

CAMERA JARGON BUSTER

What does it all mean? We take a moment to talk about key phrases you’re likely to come across in photography

AUTOMATIC SHOOTING MODES

Get started quickly by giving your DSLR control of the basic settings and letting it do the hard work for you

COMPOSITION

Divide the scene laid out before you into sections, and you can create a more pleasing photographic composition

Include eye-catching foreground interest

Strengthen your landscape compositions by including some elements in the foreground of your images that will be of intrinsic interest

SHOOTING LANDSCAPES

Learn how to compose eye-catching landscape images on your next tour!

Top four rules to master

Discover the secrets behind a strong composition

Photo hacks for great vistas

Handy tricks to ensure you get great shots on tour

PICTURE PERFECT

Whether you’re looking to capture a jaw-dropping view or snap a candid street scene, here are some inspiring places to grab those top shots

Caravanning with the experts

Fridges and toilet flushes – not something you’d

HOW TO… LOAD YOUR CARAVAN SAFELY

PC’S TOP TIPS One of the particular pleasures

60 TOP TOURING TIPS!

John Sootheran has some brilliantly handy hints for all caravanners – both new and experienced

Fridges and toilet flushes

These two essentials prompt many queries from new caravanners. Nigel Hutson explains all about power for your fridge, and water supplies for your flush

YOUR VAN BUYING QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Featuring all the latest 2021 models! How do

TECHNICAL TERMS EXPLAINED

› Kerbweight As defined by EU Directive 95/48/

Entry level

New to caravanning? These tourers are perfect for you TA Twin-axle ✪ Practical Caravan top pick

Mid-market

More competition here means more choice for you TA Twin-axle ✪ Practical Caravan top pick

HOW TO BUY NEW

Choosing a layout People’s needs differ, and your

Upmarket

Tourers for the discerning buyer TA Twin-axle ✪ Practical Caravan top pick

Luxury

Everyone’s getting in on this top-notch market TA Twin-axle ✪ Practical Caravan top pick

LAYOUT FINDER B

This layout, with a transverse island bed and

USEFUL INFO

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Niche

Less widely sold in the UK, or very specialist, but still worth a look TA Twin-axle

LAYOUT FINDER UU

A caravan with a huge number of bunk

LAYOUT FINDER F

Rear corner beds are commonly known as French

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