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BREAKING NEWS: Government backs down on controversial caravan tax

The Government's plans to apply a 20% tax on static caravans have been revised, according to reports from Westminster, following a widespread protest campaign

Reports suggest that the Coalition Government has changed its plans for a caravan tax

Reports suggest that the Coalition Government has changed its plans for a caravan tax

Couple in lucky escape as caravan towcar flips on M62

This accident closed the M62 for two hours

Two people were left trapped in their towcar for hours after it flipped while they were hitching a caravan down the M62 near Huddersfield, last week

Drive back in time with the vintage cars and caravans from Snail Trail

Constance the caravan is a 1957 Sprite model

Our latest vintage find comes in the form Snail Trail, a company that transform old caravans into fabulously furnished retro spaces which could make the perfect office, studio or playhouse

Birmingham caravan show tickets go on sale three months early

This year's show at the NEC promises to be bigger than ever

Tickets to this year's Motorhome and Caravan show at the NEC in Birmingham are now on sale, and super-organised visitors can save money by buying well in advance of the October exhibition

East Yorkshire caravan parks facing coastal erosion threat

Caravan parks in Skipsea are particularly under threat

Several caravan parks along the coast of Skipsea in the East Riding of Yorkshire are shrinking by the year as coastal erosion claims more and more land

MPs consider VAT rise on final day for caravan tax campaign

The campaign has gone to the House of Commons where the final decision will be made

Following weeks of campaigning MPs and organisations across the country will find out today if the caravan tax will go ahead

Chevrolet offers caravanners safe towing advice with top ten tips

Chevrolet's Captiva tow car has recently increased in capacity

With summer upon us and people getting ready for the holiday season, US carmaker Chevrolet has teamed up with the NCC and the Camping and Caravanning Club to publish its Top Tips for Safe Caravanning

Phil Quinn replied to Chris and Anne-Marie's discussion App for smart phones ie iPhone

"How's the app comming along ? Can you make it for the iPad also."

29 minutes ago
Phil Quinn replied to Janice Williams's discussion Caravan Times sticker! so other members can see we're members!

"Book us in. Though it will be the only sticker I have as I'm not really into them."

36 minutes ago
Phil Quinn replied to Susan Ford's discussion Caravan Satellite Systems - Scotland

"Hi Susan, Is this a static van ? The ones you buy for touring don't need any installation as they are pretty much plug and play."

42 minutes ago
Phil Quinn replied to Phil Quinn's discussion DA meets. Yes or No

"Thanks guys, We think we are in the Lancashire and Cheshire with the CCC. with the hot spell at the moment it's looking good for a trip out I think."

51 minutes ago
terry bennett replied to mike & angela ellery's discussion caravan/pasty tax

"this goverment seems to tax anything they dont take part in kick them out cameron and osbourne are millionares what they got to worry about."

1 hour ago
Janice Williams replied to Karen Stubbs's discussion Petty Neighbours!

"Jay you best be the 1st on the mailing list or we'll never hear the last of it! lol Jan :0) "

1 hour ago
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1 hour ago
Jan and Jay Punshon replied to linda packer's discussion Bailey Pegasus 534 stone dents

"I've just took a chunk out of my alloy wheel... Thanks to Durham County Councils pothole placing... Also because my car is a 4x4 I've got to prove I did it on that hole and not off roading... So I'm not surprised there is stone damage…"

4 hours ago
Jan and Jay Punshon replied to Karen Stubbs's discussion Petty Neighbours!

"We'll get them in the winter... So you can walk around your storage site seeing if you can see a CT member....  "

4 hours ago
Janice Williams replied to Janice Williams's discussion Update 9th of April!!!!!Can anybody help Urgent Appeal

"Jay its a vauxaul type saloon car not sure of exact make could be vectra! Jan"

5 hours ago
Janice Williams replied to Karen Stubbs's discussion Petty Neighbours!

"Caravan Times are working on an idea to have a disc like a tax disc in your car or Caravan so we can be identfied on site! But Jay thinks its taking too long! lol  "

6 hours ago
mike & angela ellery replied to Darren Bull's discussion Do we need PCB's??

"Exactly my point darren, you obviously read my post more carefully "

6 hours ago

Swift Caravans

Based in Hull, Swift are leaders in the caravan and motorhome

Best-selling caravan manufacturer with a group incorporating Sprite and Sterling brands

Bailey Caravans

The first ever Bailey caravan was produced in 1948 by Martin Bailey

One of the best known names in the industry, Bailey of Bristol is the oldest caravan manufacturer in the UK.

Elddis Caravans

Elddis caravans have been in production since 1964

Over the last five decades Elddis caravans have built up a reputation for manufacturing award winning, affordable tourers and motorhomes with a strong and widespread retailer network

Drive back in time with the vintage cars and caravans from Snail Trail

Constance the caravan is a 1957 Sprite model

Our latest vintage find comes in the form Snail Trail, a company that transform old caravans into fabulously furnished retro spaces which could make the perfect office, studio or playhouse

Camp Cooks add a touch of sparkle to caravan cooking this summer

Camp Cooks will be taking their unique dining experience across the UK

Welcome to the glamorous world of Camp Cooks, this summer Lila, Martyne and Wynnie are serving up an innovative menu at outdoor events up and down the country all from their Airstream trailer

Lochside Caravan Club Site: Is this the UK's most immaculate caravan park?

Lochside has had more than £1million spent on it in the past year

The Caravan Club has recently finished a £1million renovation of the Lochside site in Forfar, and the results are remarkable, reports Chris Jefferies

REVIEW: Charming caravan e-book offers a glimpse into 1930s touring habits

A Caravan Holiday in 1932 is a great read for nostalgic caravanners

A Caravan Holiday in 1932 tells the story of a summer holiday and provides a short history of the caravan industry, making it a great read for anyone who has ever spent their holidays travelling in a caravan.

buying a new caravan

Hello everyone - I'm new to this site and I am considering buying my first caravan.  At the moment I am very taken...

App for smart phones ie iPhone

It wood b a good idea for a app for this site for mobile phones. ...

Caravan Times sticker! so other members can see we're members!

Hi Folks it came to me this weekend we should have a sticker in our Caravans to show we are members of Caravan tim...

Caravan Satellite Systems - Scotland

Hi Looking for some advice please.   We are considering having a Dome Satellite system installed in out caravan bu...

DA meets. Yes or No

Hi troops, We have been caravan addicts for years but have never been to a DA meet. One of the reasons being no el...

caravan/pasty tax

bit of a u turn on these subjects i see .... static caravans look like getting a 5% vat charge instead of the full...

Petty Neighbours!

After recently returning home from a holiday, I have to say it was almost ruined by petty neighbours who complaine...

Bailey Pegasus 534 stone dents

Having bought an early model Pegasus Dec 2009, we are one of the unlucky minority, or so Bailey seem to think, who...

Update 9th of April!!!!!Can anybody help Urgent Appeal

Update Monday 9th of April Our friends (MUM/DAD+3 year old) decided to bite the Bullet and come with us in thier T...

Do we need PCB's??

   PCB's (printed circuit boards)  are now a common part of the modern caravan.Over the past four years  manufactu...