Winchester Caravans' Blog

Keep up-to-date with the latest news, promotions and events with our very own blog. Updated weekly.

• Our guide to caravan heating systems

  
  James Mainwaring
  20/11/2023
  blog / advice / new caravans / safety, All
  
  
  

  If you’re new to caravanning or considering an upgrade, be sure to fully consider the different caravan heating systems available before you purchase. There’s a choice of blown air or radiators, so read on to find out more about both so you can decide if you’re happy with either or if you’d rather go for a model with one or the other.

  Blown air systems are either Truma or Whale. The radiator system is Alde. Truma usually comes in more entry-level caravans, whilst the higher end models are more likely to have Alde. But that doesn’t necessarily mean Alde is better - it’s a matter of preference and what will best suit you.

  
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• Looking after your caravan…

  
  James Mainwaring
  18/04/2022
  blog / advice / new caravans / pre-owned caravans / safety, All
  
  
  

  Taking that leap and purchasing a caravan is a significant investment so it’s important to do all you can to look after your vehicle in order to maintain its value.

  There’s plenty we can do as owners to keep our vans in tip top condition so go on - give yours a little tlc!

  
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• Get barbecuing!

  
  James Mainwaring
  02/08/2021
  blog / accessories / summer / safety, All
  
  
  

  One of life’s great pleasures is barbecuing in the great outdoors; cooking and eating outside is something we Britons relish in the summer months when the weather allows it!

  Caravanning holidays provide the ideal opportunity to get the BBQ tongs out! It’s a time when you’ll have plenty of outdoor space to do it and it’s also a great way to bring the whole family together and get everyone involved. Caravan kitchens are fully-equipped and great for cooking but BBQs give you that secondary option when the weather’s just too good to stay inside!

  
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• Taking your caravan on a ferry

  
  James Mainwaring
  26/07/2021
  blog / holiday / safety, All
  
  
  

  If you’ve never ventured ‘overseas’ with your caravan, you could be missing a trick! There are many places local to England that could be enjoyed if you are happy to brave a short ferry journey!

  Read on to discover where you could go and the top things to consider before setting sail...

  
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• For all your caravan maintenance needs...

  
  James Mainwaring
  14/10/2019
  blog / advice / servicing / safety, All
  
  
  

  Caravan maintenance is a must! Get your caravan booked in for its annual service in good time and look after it in between to ensure it stays in tip top condition...

  Buying a caravan is an investment. It isn’t a small purchase, but it is one that will provide many years of enjoyment and opportunities to create wonderful memories that will last a lifetime. It will give you the means to travel to different areas and countries and experience as many different places as your heart desires and your calendar allows!

  
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We are passionate about caravans, which is why we have created our very own Winchester Caravans blog. If you want to keep up-to-date with the wonderful world of caravanning and are always looking for tops tips and handy hints, then why not check out our regular blog posts?

What's more, our blog is the perfect opportunity to share your caravanning stories. If you have a story to tell, send us an email (marketing@winchestercaravans.com) and you could see yourself published on one of our blog posts. We want to hear about your journey!