Practical Caravan November 2022

I can still remember visiting my first NEC caravan show as if it were yesterday – I couldn’t believe how many fantastic vehicles there were to see, and thoroughly enjoyed clambering in and out of as many different types as possible. That was 16 years ago now, and I still love going to the NEC events – there’s something exhilarating about walking around the halls in the company of thousands of other caravan lovers. So with that in mind, in this issue, we’ve focused our regular Know-how guide on visiting and buying at a show; it’s perfect for anyone planning to walk the halls of the NEC – or any industry show. With our advice, you’ll be able to get the most from your time there (tip: wear comfortable shoes!). Turn…

‘We had a one-week family gathering in Cornwall, then grabbed our camping kit and headed straight to France (p32)’ Where are we? Cote des Basques, Biarritz, France Why tour here? This marvellous spot on the Atlantic coast was the birthplace of French surfing in the 1950s and retains its popularity today. The town itself is a caravanner’s delight, with Basque delicacies in the bars and cafes, grand architecture and proximity to those wonderful waves. You can read more about touring near Biarritz on p32. Don’t miss… How could you resist a sunset dip at this magnificent beach? Photograph Laurent Dambreville, EyeEm/Getty Images…

I can still remember visiting my first NEC caravan show as if it were yesterday – I couldn’t believe how many fantastic vehicles there were to see, and thoroughly enjoyed clambering in and out of as many different types as possible. That was 16 years ago now, and I still love going to the NEC events – there’s something exhilarating about walking around the halls in the company of thousands of other caravan lovers. So with that in mind, in this issue, we’ve focused our regular Know-how guide on visiting and buying at a show; it’s perfect for anyone planning to walk the halls of the NEC – or any industry show. With our advice, you’ll be able to get the most from your time there (tip: wear comfortable shoes!).…

Star letter Don’t forget pods! As Go-Pod owners, we tend to feel cold-shouldered by your magazine. I love our pod: it has an oven, grill, hob, sink with running water, heating, fridge-freezer, TV, double bed and a very easy means of storage when not in use – it simply goes in the garage. We bought our pod because when we are away, we do not want to sit indoors looking out of the window, just like being at home. Please do not alienate us Podders any more John Foster Editor Sarah says… Thanks for getting in touch – we’re glad you enjoy your pod! We’d love to hear from other pod owners about their experiences owning a compact caravan. FESTIVAL SUCCESS More than 4500 people attended The Camping and Caravanning Club’s first Torchlight Festival of Camping at…

‘We had a one-week family gathering in Cornwall, then grabbed our camping kit and headed straight to France (p32)’ Where are we? Cote des Basques, Biarritz, France Why tour here? This marvellous spot on the Atlantic coast was the birthplace of French surfing in the 1950s and retains its popularity today. The town itself is a caravanner’s delight, with Basque delicacies in the bars and cafes, grand architecture and proximity to those wonderful waves. You can read more about touring near Biarritz on p32. Don’t miss… How could you resist a sunset dip at this magnificent beach? Photograph Laurent Dambreville, EyeEm/Getty Images…

EN ROUTE // ON SITE // AND EVERYWHERE IN BETWEEN TAG US # PRACTICAL CARAVAN OR EMAIL LETTERS@ PRACTICAL CARAVAN.COM The O’Donnell, Bates-Archer, Collins and Brown families…