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We all love classic caravans (from vintage caravans to retro caravans), or more specifically caravan nostalgia. This is reflected in the popularity of the recently aired caravan history, BBC documentary...

Every hobby comes with its own jargon, and the world of caravanning is no exception. To the newcomer, it can appear baffling – all the terminology and technical lingo that seems to be the native...

Do you fancy the challenge of constructing a motor caravan yourself? We asked technical expert John Wickersham, the renowned author of such titles as “The Motorcaravan Manual”, “Build...

Each year there are between 600 - 1,200 touring caravan thefts.  In the current economic climate, this figure is set to increase significantly.  Home caravan storage may be the preferred option,...

We have provided a list of folding camper and caravan clubs (both regional and owners clubs) that may be of use to touring caravan insurance or folding camper insurance customers. Shield Total Insurance...

Recently, there have been reports of a major UK touring caravan manufacturer acting quickly to recall a newly launched single-axle caravan model following numerous reports of wheels becoming detached.Whilst...

Years of use can take their toll, but making sure you keep your caravan clean is easy.  Even the most ancient caravan van can be transformed in just a few hours with a bit of hard work. Fortunately,...

Motorhome insurance customers keen to keep the shelves stocked with stylish books dedicated to their favourite holiday pastime will be pleased to hear that the team behind last year’s phenomenally...

This book dedicated to the Sprite caravan brand by the author, caravan journalist and renowned caravan historian, Andrew Jenkinson explains why Sprite was so successful and brought innovation to the rest...

The following extracts from the paperback "the story of Sprite Caravans" by caravan historian and expert, Andrew Jenkinson have been reproduced with the kind permission of both the author and the publisher...

Don’t get caught out by adverse, winter weather conditions. Shield offers ten handy tips to car insurance customers; practical steps to take for driving safely in cold weather. Winter preparation...