The National Caravan Council states that new motorhome sales in the United Kingdom reached an all-time high in 2018, with 14,655 new motorhomes registered. In the past 10 years, motorhome sales have increased by 83 percent. If you are purchasing a motorhome, you are probably wondering what you need to operate it safely and legally. It doesn’t matter whether you are traveling on holiday or parking it in storage, you need motorhome insurance. Here are some questions to ask before you sign an insurance contract.

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Following on from the success of his top 10 caravans article, Shield Total Insurance asked top caravan historian Andrew Jenkinson to name his best ever motorhomes and give us an idea why they mean so much to him. 10.        An Autohomes entry here, this was after the parent Ci Group went bust and the company brands were sold off. Autohomes became a separate company and in 1985 they launched a cute coachbuilt based on a Bedford Rascal. Sleeping just two, this little motorhome was the Bambi which later was to be re-named the Nipper after Explorer Group purchased the Autohomes name in earl...

As lockdown restrictions start to ease, the UK’s campsites and holiday parks are reopening their gates. The 2020 caravanning holiday experience is going to be a little different to what we’re used to, but it seems we’ve finally got something to look forward to.  So how will the government’s Covid-19 regulations apply to caravanning? Here’s our view of what you should expect in terms of on-site rules, the amenities on offer and the wider holiday experience. 

Choosing a site: be aware of regional rule variations

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A reminder of our bank holiday opening times: this Monday 25th May, you can contact us from 10 am until 4 pm - have a good weekend all! Normal working hours - as published at the top of this website - will resume on Tuesday 26th May.

UPDATE 22/09: Due to the recent rise in coronavirus cases, there are multiple local lockdowns being put in place by local authorities. Travelling is not banned, but it is not recommended at this time. If you are planning on travelling, you must check whether the area you intend on visiting is accepting visitors, and ensure you adhere to safety measures. Remember to wear your mask, wash your hands and stay a safe distance from other people. We’ve taken a look at the official advice and created this guide to help you know what you can and can’t do under the new Government guidelines. All the ...

We’re sure everybody has a favourite caravan. But can you name your top 10? Shield Total Insurance asked top caravan historian Andrew Jenkinson to name his selection and give us an idea why they mean so much to him. 10.       Starting at number ten is the Ci Sprite Finesse – this was launched for late 1984 as a super lightweight tourer that could sleep up to four. The then re-vamped Ci Group set about producing a four-berth tourer at less than £2k. The Finesse was the answer and was designed to give families a tourer that was cheap to buy and where spec could be added as when funds allo...

The right caravan insurance policy isn’t just for the touring season: it should give you peace of mind even when you aren’t using your caravan.

So, there we have it. Britain has officially left the European Union. Join us as we keep a close eye on how future Brexit-related negotiations may affect your insurance premium at the end of the current transition period.

We've only gone and done it! We're extremely proud to have been chosen as a winner of Feefo's first ever Platinum Trusted Service award.

We've enlisted the help of some of our industry friends to reveal the camping and caravanning tools they just can’t do without. From renowned bloggers to YouTubers and even “Mr Caravan” himself, take a look at the must-have gadgets for your future holidays.