What to expect when you buy a new caravan collecting your new tourer from the dealership is an exciting event! john sootheran visited downtide caravans to find out exactly what happens, and what you need to do to make the transfer as convenient as possible

CARAVANS MUST NOW be registered to travel in most parts of Europe. The new rules came into effect on 26 August 2025, ending an exemption for non-commercial trailers. Here’s what you need to know to pr

There are a wide range of caravan layouts to choose from (pictured below), all with their own pros and cons. When you’re trying to settle on the arrangement that will suit you, there are some points t

Motorhomes are incredibly complicated vehicles – imagine buying a bricks and mortar house and then adding it all onto the back of a van – that’s essentially what you have. And then imagine buying one

MODERN CARAVANS COMBINE practicality, cosiness and even style in equal measure. Whether you spend £15,000 on a used bargain, or 50-grand on the latest luxury tourer, you can be certain you’ll have a w

Caravanning is a little like a marriage. Your car and tourer are partners, and if the two don’t get along it can cause all sorts of trouble. Your car needs to be a good match for your caravan, but the

Modern motorhomes combine practicality, cosiness and even style in equal measure. Whether you spend £15,000 on a used bargain, or £100,000 on the latest luxury vehicle, you can be certain you’ll have