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!
A STICKER SITUATION • The Leach family have acquired a memorable collection of souvenir stickers on their European Odyssey (see p58 for this month’s column)! Turn the page to discover some of their favourites…
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!
Q&A SPECIAL • Over the past month we asked for your pressing motorhome questions on social media. We’ve now put your queries to our experts – from paintwork protection to whiffy toilets, we’ve got you covered!
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
A TASTE OF WELSH WATER • Meandering rivers, coastal castles and mountain walks provide Susan Taylor with plenty to enjoy on a tour of North Wales
THE BEST OF MIDDLE ENGLAND • A tour in the Midlands affords Andria Massey the chance to rediscover some old favourites
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Norman CONQUEST • A week-long trip to northern France gives Peter Baber the chance to explore a unique island, quiet beaches and cultural highlights
10 SITES FOR LEARNING SOMETHING NEW • Whatever your interests, touring is a great opportunity to gain fresh skills, or try out new activities! Jo Davies selects some ideal destinations
SPANISH STEPS • Back on the road after an unexpected pause in their globetrotting, the Leach family enjoy a leisurely voyage to Spain, en route to Africa
Local Authority FLEETWOOD, LANCS • Planning to visit somewhere new? Let the locals give you the lowdown. This month, a seaside gem
tested • The latest news and products from across the motorhome and campervan world
NEW ’VANS • The latest from the forecourts and the factories
HYMER VENTURE S • The price puts this distinctive new four-berth at the super-luxurious end of the market, but it will certainly turn heads, says Peter Baber
S&L APOLLO • Step inside this well-planned two-berth and you immediately see the attention to detail that makes it so impressive, says Peter Baber
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 ’VANS • In the first of a new series, Gentleman Jack takes a look at wonderful (and sometimes weird) motorhomes from around the globe. This issue: Canada
pre-owned • The place to come for used-’van news, buying advice and more each issue
FORECOURT • The latest from dealers around the UK
10 GREAT ’VANS… ALL UNDER £10K! • In the market for a bargain? Gentleman Jack tracks down some Dagger Sharp Deals – pre-owned motorhomes at unbeatable prices
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technical • Everything you need to know to keep your motorhome in great working order
WORKSHOP • What’s keeping Diamond Dave busy this month?
POWER TO THE PEOPLE! • There’s a great deal of hype surrounding portable power stations, but what are they, and do you really need one? Peter Rosenthal delves beneath...