The heat is currently on and many of us are enjoying the warm weather in our motorhomes – but using your ‘van’s air-conditioning system inappropriately could result in a fine of up to £110, the RAC has warned. The warning has come when many of us will be looking at ways of keeping cool on…

A North Yorkshire caravan park that had to be evacuated when wildfires came dangerously close to it last summer is to receive funding from the local council to help it recover. Grouse Hill Caravan Park, which lies between Whitby and Scarborough in the North York Moors, and which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, is…

An off-road campervan based on a VW Crafter, a fixed single beds campervan with a swivel partition washroom, and one new and two revised low-profile motorhomes are the main offerings from Carado this season. The German company, part of the Erwin Hymer Group, celebrates its 20th anniversary next year. To mark this, new designs have…

The best motorhome vacuum cleaner will provide a valuable way of keeping your leisure vehicle free of the dirt, dust and crumbs, whether it’s before your tour or you want to give your ‘van a quick freshen up mid-getaway. After going to the trouble of using the best motorhome cleaner to ensure you have a…

Two new A-class models built on a Fiat Ducato chassis are among the new launches for 2027 from Fleurette. The French company has also launched a new 6.97m-long low-profile motorhome with fixed single beds, and a new special edition Black Pearl campervan. Fleurette produces two brands that are roughly identical in everything except interior style…

An excess of stock has led Brownhills Motorhomes to go into the red after many years of growth. In the year to the end of September 2025, the UK’s largest single site retailer made a pre-tax loss of £961,000. This compares with a pre-tax profit of £1.22m the year before. The Nottinghamshire company, whose new…

A survey has found road trips are increasingly being viewed as more than just a chance to take in stunning views, and are being considered a way to ‘rest, reflect and recharge’ during major life moments. Practical Motorhome is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an…

One of the joys of pitching up at our campsite of choice is relaxing on a sunny day with a barbecue. For those of you who are looking for a new barbecue and grill, there are a wide number of products on the market, including budget-friendly and premium options. In this guide, we’re sharing our…

The best motorhome sites in Northern Ireland will allow you to explore an area that is uncrowded and packed with dramatic scenery. When you’re planning which of the best motorhome sites in the UK to pitch up at, having plenty to do in the surrounding area is likely to be a criteria, and that’s something…

Finding the perfect gifts for the motorhome owners in your life may feel like a daunting prospect, particularly if you’re not into touring yourself, but the good news is I’ve done the browsing for you and am sharing my favourite picks that I’ve come across. One thing you will want to ensure when you’re looking…