Touring on a budget

15th September 2026

The rules of the challenge were simple: two adults, one child, one car, one caravan, and a £100 budget to cover everything during a late-autumn weekend break – from a pitch and activities to fuel and food. Although at first glance it seemed impossible, we headed an hour south from our home to Crossways Club Campsite near…

I can see clearly now

I can see clearly now Q Do you need towing extension mirrors with all combinations of car and caravan? A The law says that you need an adequate view to the rear, which means down both sides of the caravan, and then gives a rather complicated definition of what ‘adequate’ means. In simple terms, though, you need…

Caravan Weights Explained: MTPLM, MIRO and Towing Limits Made Simple

22nd March 2026

For many people researching caravans for the first time, understanding caravan weight terminology can feel confusing. It is very common for buyers to search online asking things like what MTPLM actually means, how caravan weights work, or how to know whether their car can legally tow a particular caravan. These are important questions because caravan…

Top UK Campsites for Easter 2026

5th March 2026

Top UK Campsites for Easter 2026 Easter is one of the first big opportunities of the year to get away in your caravan, motorhome or campervan. As the days start getting longer and spring begins to appear across the countryside, many tourers use the Easter break as their first proper trip of the season. Across…

The Most Scenic Driving Routes for Caravans in the UK

23rd January 2026

One of the best things about touring with a caravan is that the journey itself becomes part of the holiday. The UK is packed with scenic driving routes that turn simple travel days into something memorable, from winding coastal roads to wide-open moorland and mountain backdrops that encourage you to slow down and take it…