The Coachman VIP 460 has been around since 1990, making it one of longest running models produced by any manufacturer. The basic layout has remained the same with front single beds, offside kitchen, sideboard opposite and a full width end washroom. For 2018 the whole VIP range has had a major makeover. The Coachman VIP … Continue reading 2018 Coachman VIP 460

The 2018 Coachman website, coachman.co.uk, has been launched with details of the new Vision, Pastiche and all new VIP. The VIP range has been extensively redesigned and incorporates the previous twin axle Laser range. A full CaravanningLife ...best in tow review is to follow. DB

Back in 2010 Bailey launch the first Unicorn 'Limited Edition' range of three caravans, the two berth Seville and fixed bed Valencia and Barcelona on single and twin axles respectively. Offering affordable luxury with the benefit of Alde central heating, the first time wet central heating had been used in a Bailey since the Clifton … Continue reading 2018 Bailey Unicorn IV Seville 

So, if you want to tow at over 126mph and are using a Le Mans specification Aston Martin V8 as a towcar, what caravan would you choose? How about an Autosport Alpha. Lunched in the mid 1970s when most caravans had the aerodynamics of a house brick (with the house attached!) the Alpha was designed … Continue reading Autosport Alpha

Possibly one of the most unusual caravans made was the Lynton VIP Excalibur. Launched at the 1985 Earls Court Caravan Show only two examples were made before Lynton ceased trading in early 1986. Practical Caravan tested the Excalibur and advised that the brakes needed adjusting. The Excalibur and test Volvo 740 made for an impressive … Continue reading 1986 Lynton VIP Excalibur 

There will be more use of this blog for 2018 with more caravaning news and reviews