CampervanMarch 2026的目錄

HELLO I’m writing this from the comfort of a Benimar campervan that I’m currently testing – it’s freezing cold outside and rain is battering against the windows. But inside it’s toasty warm, I’ve got a mug of tea and dinner is on the go in the oven. Perfect! I do enjoy camping at this time of year, but if it’s not your idea of a good time, the next best thing is planning for the season ahead. The Campsite Finder on our website outandaboutlive.co.uk will help you find destinations for this year’s road trips. As you read this, the NEC Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show has just got under way in Birmingham. I’ll be at the show on the lookout for anything new, so please give me a shout if you…

Warren Farm is a family-run holiday park in Brean, perfectly situated where the Somerset countryside meets its sandy coastline. The award-winning park offers touring and camping pitches, as well as static caravan hire – including some with hot tubs on the veranda. From beach days and children’s activities to tasty food options and live entertainment, there’s always something to enjoy, day or night! Owner, Jon Harris, tells us more. How long have you been running your campsite? Warren Farm has been owned and operated by the Harris family for five generations. Jon has been involved in running the business for 50 years, joined by his sons, Chris and Mike, for the past 20 years. Tell us a little about your site and how it first began It began as a…

HI I I know spring is now upon us and we’re all looking forward to some warmer adventures with lighter evenings, but I’m still thinking about my winter trip to Edinburgh. It’s a place you can visit any time of year so, hopefully, you’ll still find inspiration to go if you haven’t already. In fact, my husband gifted me a Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo experience as a 40th birthday present earlier this year, so I get to go back in August and I’m so excited to return! Edinburgh is a city I’d longed to visit for ages so I was thrilled when I ended up there with work. I’ve always loved Scotland, there is something wonderful about it. Maybe it’s the magical folklore, the rich history or simply because it’s so…

After a long, dark winter, I expect you’re as desperate as I am to get back out in your campervan at the first opportunity. With the days getting warmer and the nights shorter, the new season is definitely on its way. But, while you might be tempted to hit the road at the first sign of a daffodil, it’s wise to spend some time getting your ’van prepped for the new season. And, like it or not, one of the big tasks at this time of year is giving your ’van a thorough spring clean. For most of us, cleaning our campervan is a chore rather than a choice. But it’s one of those things that just has to be done, and it plays a crucial role in maintaining your…

The co-founder and owner of Bilbo’s Motorhomes has died at the age of 76. Over nearly five decades, David Latham played a central role in shaping both the business and the wider campervan industry, with Bilbo’s becoming synonymous with thoughtful design, craftsmanship and reliability. David’s approach placed people at the heart of the business, from the skilled craftsmen behind each build to the customers who use their leisure vehicles to explore the UK and beyond.…

Joa Camp will now be known as a Joa by Pilote, aligning more closely with the well-established manufacturer. Designed in the same factory, by the same engineering team, all Joa products will retain their distinct colour, designs and, most importantly, price. The newly branded vehicles are being presented at the NEC Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show, and will arrive at dealers in late May/early June. The biggest changes in the range will be new overhead cabinets with updated colours and an integrated backlighting system for ease of use.…

Volkswagen and camper are words that go together like fish and chips. The Transporter has been around for over 75 years and Westfalia introduced its Camping Box to turn a split-screen van into a camper as far back as 1951. Ever since, the Volkswagen van has been developing a loyal following, with specific VW events and clubs and every conceivable item of branded merchandise. Mugs, T-shirts, blankets, socks and much more allow devotees to show their passion, while VW campervan drivers wave to each other on the road. The word ‘iconic’, for once, is not overplayed. But now there’s a new Transporter – a seventh generation that VW seems oddly reluctant to refer to as a T7. Maybe that’s because the new van hides a secret that, in this internet…

For many of us, a campervan is more than transport. It’s a gateway to the outdoors: the thing that nudges you out of bed at silly o’clock, points you towards a hiking trail or a windswept beach and quietly enables all those moments that turn into memorable weekends. Warwick-based Maverick Outdoors clearly understands this mindset, because the Expedition isn’t trying to be all things to all people. Instead, it’s aimed squarely at those who measure a good trip in muddy boots, wet dogs and tired smiles. The inspiration, literally, is Maverick the Cocker Spaniel. Founder, Toby Webb, says the ’van was designed to capture the energy and sense of freedom his dog brought with him as a pup – and it shows. This is a campervan built around movement, flexibility…

Florium is the sister brand to Fleurette, the sister that got the keys to the designer wardrobe. But whereas both brands offer the same layouts in motorhomes, the Black Pearl campervans are only dressed with the Florium logo. Two layouts are available, each with familiar continental floorplans – the 59 LT (5.99m long with transverse double bed) and the 63 LJ (6.36m with single beds). Both are new to the UK market this season. A black pearl is typically cultivated from the black-lipped oyster in French Polynesia, unless you’re referring to Captain Jack Sparrow’s pirate ship in Pirates of the Caribbean. Neither seems particularly relevant to campervans, especially as the metallic black exterior seen here isn’t the only option on offer – Artense Grey and Expedition Grey are also available.…

Often bypassed en route to the Highlands or islands, Galloway rewards those who linger. This peaceful corner of southern Scotland blends rolling farmland, quiet coasts and vast forests. Wander Kirkcudbright’s artists’ harbour, browse Wigtown’s bookshops, or pause in Castle Douglas for local produce. Walk the Solway Coast, visit Threave Castle by boat, and head inland to Galloway Forest Park, a Dark Sky Park famed for stargazing. Portpatrick’s quaint harbour and the Mull of Galloway Lighthouse add sea air and solitude. Expect space, silence and a refreshingly unhurried Scotland. It remains blissfully uncrowded even in summer months. GALLOWAY FOREST PARK Britain’s first Dark Sky Park delivers exceptional stargazing, silent trails, waterfalls, lochs and red deer, with miles of walking and cycling amid pine forests and remote glens and year-round accessible adventures.…

AUTO-SLEEPERS ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH CAMPER NI Auto-Sleepers has announced a new partnership with Camper NI to give customers in Northern Ireland access to its range, as well as expert guidance. The development marks the first time customers will be able to buy Auto-Sleepers in Northern Ireland. Camper NI will offer a range of Auto-Sleeper vehicles including models from within the Premium and Active ranges, as well as from the Fiat and Mercedes coachbuilt line. Customers will also have access to expert guidance and experience from existing Camper NI staff. The experienced team on site, is well placed to guide customers through the range of models on the forecourt. In addition to this, Camper NI will now offer expert aftersales.…

Discover the ultimate touring getaway at Cofton Holidays, a five-star holiday park in the heart of south Devon. Just a 30-minute drive from the M5, Cofton offers a peaceful escape, close to golden beaches, coastal paths and charming Devon villages. Set within 80 acres of beautiful countryside, this award-winning Premier Park campsite offers a wide choice of touring pitches for campervans, motorhomes, caravans and tents, from fully serviced super pitches to spacious grass pitches, so you can find your perfect spot to set up camp all year round. Guests can enjoy an impressive range of on-site amenities, including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a relaxing beauty room, four fishing lakes, and scenic walking and cycling trails. Families will love the play parks, splash pad, high ropes course and amusement arcade.…

A couple who transformed a builder’s van into a “tiny flat on wheels” they could use to travel across Europe with their dog has won eBay’s Van Conversion of the Year award. Cheshire couple, Charlie Ding and Rosie Wells, landed £10,000 for their creation from Amazing Spaces TV presenter, George Clarke. He headed the judging panel that chose the overall winner from a selection of category winners. Charlie and Rosie’s ’van won the Clever Camper category before picking up the overall award. Charlie and Rosie spent 18 months turning their Mercedes Sprinter into a luxury campervan, with some ingenious design features, including an electric bed that lowers from the ceiling and a wardrobe that slides into the shower section when not in use. The couple plan to live in the…

It may be finished in Imperial black and exuding Dark Side style, but the Force is definitely with this new campervan. Unfortunately, with just five of the Da Vinci 6.0 Star Wars Edition being built, short of performing a Jedi mind trick, winning the lottery was your only hope of landing one. Would-be buyers in Japan (where else?) were required to enter a raffle, with the winning ticket granting the right to purchase one at ¥21.87 million — just over £100,000 at current exchange rates. On the outside, the Fiat Ducato-based campervan is finished in metallic black, with a bold red and white circular graphic inspired by the Death Star itself. It’s unmistakable Imperial chic. And at just under six metres long, it remains compact enough to navigate everyday roads…

Spartan Campers may already have launched its new VW T7 conversion, but this Startline proves the company has not finished refining the T6.1 just yet. In fact, this is the most considered and user-friendly Spartan we’ve seen so far. Based on a long-wheelbase VW Transporter T6.1, this is a 150hp manual on a low-mileage 23-plate, with a price hovering around the £60,000 mark. Overall pricing across the range goes from just under £40,000 to around £75,000 depending on base vehicle and options. That positions Spartan neatly in the premium-but-attainable sector of the market – and once you step inside, it’s easy to see where the money’s gone. One of the headline upgrades in this new model is the option of an electric pop-top roof. Spartan has long fitted the WestDubs…