Practical Motorhome is your definitive guide to motorhome holiday lifestyle. Inside you'll find travel features, product reviews, advice and columns to bring essential information to experienced motorhome owners and potential buyers. We have just the right mix of enthusiasm and true authoritative content, delivering an exciting, aspirational and informative approach to motor caravanning.
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HOTSHOTS • The best of your touring photos
NEW GEAR • Our selection of brilliant kit that’s sure to enhance your tours!
NIGHTSTOPS • The latest information on all our current destinations in the UK
Puzzle time • Whether you’re on tour or at home, relax with a cup of tea and some brain-teasing puzzles to ponder!
ASK THE EXPERTS • Burning questions about motorcaravanning? Our expert team can help! Simply email one of the addresses below or contact practical.motorhome@futurenet.com, and we’ll do our best to answer it in an upcoming issue
INTO HOSPITAL, OUTER HEBRIDES • Following a health scare, monthly columnist Motorhome Matt Sims really does get to the ‘heart’ of the matter, as he goes in search of the restorative powers of travel…
touring • Inspirational travel stories, plus expert advice, hints and tips, to help you get the most out of your motorhome
THIS MONTH • News and events to put in your diary
PUDDINGS, PIES & PITS • Derbyshire beckons for Susan Taylor as she fills up on the best of Bakewell
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INCR-EDIBLE DORSET & DEVON • Caroline Mills discovers delicious food and drink while exploring the glorious South-West, staying at parks featured in our Top 100 Sites Guide
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NATURAL WONDERS • Prepare to be bowled over by these breathtaking British landmarks!
LONDON CALLING • Anna Lyon’s plan to run in a London half marathon offered the chance of a capital time in the city
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48 HOURS IN RAMSGATE
EVERY END HAS A NEW BEGINNING • As their Big European Odyssey draws to a close, Marcus, Kim and the children explore Bavaria’s magical architecture and visit historic Berlin
OUR TOUR DE FRANCE • Janette Sykes travels across the Channel to soak up some sunshine, coast and countryside – catching up with friends along the way
WHO BUILDS BRITAIN’S BEST ’VANS? • Tell us about your motorhome, and you could be in with a chance of winning a fantastic C&CC stay!
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IT’S EASIER THAN EVER TO BUY YOUR DREAM MOTORHOME! • Find your next motorhome with our fantastic online classifieds – we’ve got hundreds of ’vans from the UK’s biggest dealers waiting for you now!
SEE THE SITES! • Stuck for somewhere to stay this summer? Turn the page…
HOW TO GET STARTED • We’ve listed every campsite in this guide by category – so, whether you’re a keen angler, dog owner, cyclist or more, it’s easy to find somewhere great to stay this summer!
TOP SITES FOR… VIEW SEEKERS • Want to enjoy some of the best views in the UK? Stay at one of these great campsites and get ready to snap those memories on your phone
TOP SITES FOR… WALKERS • Lace up your walking boots for a wonderful stroll in the UK’s beautiful landscapes! One of these fantastic sites will make the perfect base
TOP SITES FOR… FOOD LOVERS • Consider yourself a keen foodie? Enjoy some fantastic fare by pitching up at one of these brilliant UK campsites this summer!
TOP SITES FOR… CITY GOERS • Get ready to see the bright lights with a night or two at one of these fantastic campsites, all within easy reach of a city
TOP SITES FOR… WILDLIFE LOVERS • Experience the very best of the UK’s fauna with a wildlife-watching tour! A stay at one...