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

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

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

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

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

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.

Mini branches into world of caravanning with Cowley model

Mini has come up with their first caravan design, the Cowley

Mini has created its first caravan, called the Cowley, a model that is small and quick, and is clearly based on the Teardrop Silver Shadow trailer from Little Guy

Tyre check tips offered for spring caravan holidays

Towergate insurance experts stress the importance of checking your tyres before you travel

Are your caravan's tyres in a fit state to hit the road this spring? Chris Jefferies talks to an insurance expert to find out what are the key things to check for

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

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

Mini branches into world of caravanning with Cowley model

Mini has created its first caravan, called the Cowley, a model that is small and quick, and is clearly based on the Teardrop Silver Shadow trailer from Little Guy

NASA architect creates 'camping machine' with the Cricket Trailer

Take caravanning in to the 21st century with the Cricket Trailer

Could the super-lightweight Cricket Trailer be the future of camping? The caravan's creator certainly thinks so and he knows a thing or two about space-age design

A look inside film star Vin Diesel's million dollar caravan

Vin Diesel is the star of the Fast and the Furious movie series

Caravans and motorhomes are often used on location by film stars, but they are a completely different breed to your average Bailey or Swift

Mini has come up with their first caravan design, the Cowley

Mini has come up with their first caravan design, the Cowley

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

Southland: the hidden gem in the Caravan Club's crown

Southland offers both grassy and hardstanding pitches

This recently renovated site on the Isle of Wight is perhaps one of the most underrated spots in Caravan Club's network, as Chris Jefferies has been finding out

In the Field: Do shower blocks make caravan showers redundant?

Showers in caravans - do we really need them?

With Swift ditching the shower from its new Sprite Lite range, Chris Jefferies asks if it's worth having a full washroom in your tourer

In The Field: Is caravan site Wi-Fi here to stay?

Many UK caravan sites now offer wireless internet - for a cost

With many caravan sites across the UK signing up to the internet revolution, we ask whether this is just a passing fad or an integral part of modern caravanning

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

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.

Astral Caravans: Long gone but still not forgotten

Astral caravans haven't been in production since 1980, but the dedicated Astral owners club carries on their legacy

Classic caravan manufacturer Astral may have gone bust in 1980, but the name lives on to this day, thanks to its dedicated owners club

Is this 1954 Airstream Flying Cloud the world's most beautiful caravan?

This Flying Cloud was built in California, 57 years ago

This classic American tourer is proof positive that Airstreams are built to last, and after a remarkable restoration job it could be yours for a little over £56,000

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

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

From canvas to caravan - how to make the move from tenting to touring

Trailer tents bridge the gap between ground anchored tents and mobile caravans

Whether you've outgrown tenting and need a bit more space for the family, or if you're seeking a bit more comfort later in life, take a look at these alternatives which bridge the gap between touring and tenting

A beginners guide to caravanning: Try before you buy and rent a caravan

Renting a caravan is a great way to familiarise yourself with the hobby

New to caravanning and fancy dipping a toe into the water before buying? Holly Tribe sheds some light on caravan rental, and finds that hiring a caravan can give first-timers all the insight they need before taking the plunge into ownership.

CaravanTimes road tests the new SsangYong Korando towcar

CaravanTimes took the new Ssangyang Korando towcar for a test drive

The Korean carmakers are hoping to make a big impression on caravanners this year, so we took their compact SUV for a spin to find if it's up to the job

First photos and specs revealed for all-new Ford Kuga towcar

The all-new Ford Kuga towcar will be released in early 2013

Pictures and specifications of the 2013 Ford Kuga towcar were unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show this week. The compact crossover SUV will be officially released in early 2013

Tyre check tips offered for spring caravan holidays

Are your caravan's tyres in a fit state to hit the road this spring? Chris Jefferies talks to an insurance expert to find out what are the key things to check for

VIDEO: What to do if your caravan awning is damaged in a storm

Edward Cross from Towergate explains why it is important to protect your awning

A good quality caravan awning can costs hundreds of pounds, but it is not always covered by your standard caravan insurance policy, as a leading industry expert explains in this video feature

Safety devices recommended for avoiding caravan towing accidents

You can help prevent accidents like this with stabilisers and anti-snaking devices

Stabilisers and anti-snaking devices can offer valuable protection against the perils of towing a caravan, as Chris Jefferies has been finding out

Towergate insurance experts stress the importance of checking your tyres before you travel

Towergate insurance experts stress the importance of checking your tyres before you travel

Bailey Retreat: Pictures, weights and details revealed

The Retreat is the first leisure home from Bailey Caravans

The eagerly anticipated Bailey Retreat range will be unveiled at next week's London caravan show, but CaravanTimes has had an exclusive preview of this new leisure home

New Elddis Crusader Hurricane: Pictures, prices and weights revealed

The Crusader Hurricane is a firm favourite among discerning couples

Back in November last year, Elddis announced that they would be revamping their luxury two-berth caravan in time for the London caravan show and now they have delivered on their promise

Bailey Caravans goes electric with launch of Orion Evo-4

Bailey's new Orion model is lighter and more affordable

The latest version of the Bailey Orion will be publically unveiled at the London caravan show, and CaravanTimes has had an exclusive first look inside this lightweight tourer

Elddis to bring Whale heaters into half of its caravan range

The Whale underfloor heating system frees up a lot of space inside caravans

The County Durham caravan maker Elddis has given Whale a big boost after signing a deal to use the company's water and heating systems in over half of its vehicles

How to measure a caravan nose weight PLUS 5 top noseweight gauges

Noseweight gauges are an essential piece of kit when it comes to loading your caravan

Everything you need to know about nose weights, from what they are, how to measure it and what to measure it with in our handy go-to guide.

Caravan gadgets: Reversing camera systems

There's a huge range of caravan gadgets on the market designed to make life on the road that little bit easier. A caravan reversing camera is a nifty piece of kit that has both practical and safety benefits.