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Introducing Pedal Bedzz - the pedal-powered micro motorhome

Pedal Bedzz is a cross between a pedal kart and a motorhome

Dorset motorhome dealer Kampers and Kars has created what must surely be the world's smallest motorhome, and yet it still has all the same mod cons as your average tourer

Bailey Unicorn range to get new Vigo and Cordoba layouts

Bailey of Bristol has added two new layouts to its Unicorn range

Bailey of Bristol has announced that it will be adding two new layouts to its flagship range of luxury caravans, following the relaunch of the Unicorn last summer

New Camping and Caravanning Club site to open in Loch Ness

There will be a new Camping and Caravanning Club site opening in Loch Ness, Scotland

The Camping and Caravanning Club has announced the launch of a new site in the Scottish Highlands. The grounds sit on the south bank of Loch Ness providing excellent views for visitors

REVIEW: TomTom Go Live Camper and Caravan sat nav

We took the TomTom camper and caravan sat nav out on the road

Sat nav giant TomTom has designed a new gadget to help caravan owners find their way to their favourite sites, and CaravanTimes has been putting it to the test

The Caravan Club explains pitch size review

Lockside in Forfar is one the Caravan Club's sites

Many caravanners have voiced concerns about pitch size and spacing problems, and now The Caravan Club has responded to the most common queries

Allo Allo star sings the praises of his Bailey Orion

Arthur Bostrom has nothing but good things to say about his Bailey Orion 430/4

Bailey of Bristol have received yet another ringing endorsement from a famous celebrity with actor Arthur Bostrom describing the mobile homes as making "perfect sense" to own

Wandahome South Cave drags Swift caravan three miles for charity

All proceeds of the caravan pull wil go to Macmillan Cancer Support

Wandahome has played its part for charity by holding a caravan pull with all proceeds going to Macmillan Cancer Support

COMPETITION: Grab a chance to win one of three 20W solar panels

It's competition time again and we're giving away a 20W solar panel, which can make your caravan's leisure battery last even longer, so you can tour further than ever before

Solar panels have recently become much more popular for caravanners

VIDEO: Simon King's Scottish wildlife caravan tour - Day Three

In the third installment of Simon King's video diary he discovers a new site in Stratclyde Country Park

In the third part of his video diary for the Caravan Club, Simon King discovers one of the Club's newest sites in Strathclyde Country Park

Vanmaster by Signature passes into new ownership

Vanmaster Caravans has been rescued by a new investor

The luxury caravan maker has been rescued by a new investor, who claims he is "passionate about the brand"

Caravan thief caught after high speed towing chase in Leicestershire

Police engaged in a high speed chase with a man who had stolen a caravan

A court heard this week how a thief was caught up in a high speed chase after stealing a caravan and attempting to tow it away with a car. The man was captured after jumping from the moving vehicle

LV= to launch new caravan insurance package

LV= is to launch a new caravan insurance policy with equipment and awning cover as standard

LV= has announced that it will be launched a new caravan insurance policy aimed at covering equipment and awnings at standard. The policy also protects against accidental damage and theft

Charcoal leading the way in the great BBQ debate

New research shows that 65 percent of people prefer to cook on a charcoal barbeque

Charcoal has been highlighted as the favourite form of BBQ fuel with new research showing that 65 per cent of people prefer it for cooking their meat

Caravan parks spark increase in dog owners taking their pet on holiday

More dog owners who decide to take a staycation are taking their pets on holiday with them

Dog owners are taking their pet pooch on holiday more and more, according to new research by The Best of British parks. The company noted that this has been helped by the rising staycation trend

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Mark Beesley replied to John MacDonald's discussion Bailey Alu Tech Orion-or is it

"As Warm as Toast in the end bathroom. All vans are hard to repair when whole panels are involved - probably easier in a bolted together system like Bailey then a stapled together wood frame. I didn't realise you had delaminating in…"

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John MacDonald replied to John MacDonald's discussion Bailey Alu Tech Orion-or is it

"Mark, pleased to read you are delghted with your Orion. I only wish I could say that about mine. Do you get warm air from your heating system into your end toilet in cold weather? When I phoned Bailey 2 days ago to find out the status of my…"

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An open group for all owners, enthusiasts and followers of the Swift Caravans group, and the various ranges under the Swift umbrella.

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Mark Beesley replied to johnthedog's discussion alko wheel locks,,are they really worth it?

"Be very careful buying second hand - you need to make sure that they have been de-registered so that you can register as the new 'sold secure' owner - that way you can get replacement keys should you loose them! I wouldn't want…"

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Alan Humphries replied to johnthedog's discussion alko wheel locks,,are they really worth it?

"Hi Brian The also wheel lock is essential in today's world it gets you a discount on insurance you can get them from caravan dealers second hand about 75 to 90 pounds and in good condition hope this can be of help Alan"

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Jan and Jay Punshon replied to johnthedog's discussion alko wheel locks,,are they really worth it?

"Only time I have trouble with mine is when the van is at home... I don't have a lot of room for error... so getting the valve out the way is a must... coz 99 times out of 100, it's in the way..."

3 hours ago

johnthedog replied to johnthedog's discussion alko wheel locks,,are they really worth it?

"thanks both,,appreciate it"

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Rob G replied to Jan and Jay Punshon's discussion The Weathers Good...

"Blimey, if it weighs a ton, I'm not getting one....."

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Mark Beesley replied to John MacDonald's discussion Bailey Alu Tech Orion-or is it

"We have a Bailey Orion 430 4 - we are absolutely delighted with it. Easy to tow, very comfortable bed, good end washroom - we haven't felt inclined to use the washroom facilities on the 3 sites we have stayed at this year. TV…"

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Mark Beesley replied to johnthedog's discussion alko wheel locks,,are they really worth it?

"It is true that they can be fiddly to fit - but not too bad if you have a bit of wiggle room when maneuvering the van - if someone at the towhitch end can move the van left or right on the axis you can do fine adjustments to align the…"

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Jan and Jay Punshon replied to Jan and Jay Punshon's discussion The Weathers Good...

"The Cadac is good... We bought one last year... Great for cooking breakfast... As for the stir fry, if you got the paella pan your set for life... Only draw back is it weighs a ton... "

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brian replied to johnthedog's discussion alko wheel locks,,are they really worth it?

"they are very secure but can be a nightmare to fit as they have to align up exactly. I found that the Excalibur fits the same chassis bolt and is about £110.00 max in price."

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alko wheel locks,,are they really worth it?

Ive read differing views on the alko wheel locks so am unsure whether to get one. Ive got a bailey olympus 504 and need number 27 but am beginning to think shall I just stick a bulldog lock on or something similar Anyone convince me further and even more anyone know a cheaper place to buy? Brian See More

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