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Write a Site Review & win Amazing Prizes
Posted by Webmaster on 15/04/2026 |
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Last reply Ratty
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 Submit a Site Review for a chance to Win Prizes!
Many thousands of campers and caravanners need your help finding the perfect campsite.
So if e....  ....more
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Wolfbox Official | Exclusive Member Offer
Posted by Wolfbox on 16/03/2026 |
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Last reply Wolfbox
on 22/5/2026 |
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Hello everyone!
We are the team behind Wolfbox and we are excited to officially join this vibrant community. For years, Wolfbox has been dedicated to manufacturing high-quality, reliable in.... ....more
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tow bars now included in mot
Posted by sillylilly on 21/05/2009 |
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Last reply Fiona W
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Dont quote me on this but.............
.I've just collected my car from the garage and been told by one of the mechanics there , that Towbars are now included in the MOT, however.... ....more
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Seahouses to Bempton Cliffs
Posted by agri on 27/05/2026 |
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Last reply jg73
on 31/5/2026 |
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Hello I'm going from Seahouses to just below Filey in a couple of weeks and was wondering if anyone has towed that way before. The route thats come up is down A19 and then onto A174, A171 what ar.... ....more
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Towing with a Hybrid EV
Posted by TrigGLX on 27/02/2024 |
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Last reply cliffbrown
on 23/5/2026 |
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Hi all,
We need to hcange our car early next yeat and just looking for osmething to two our van with at 1410 Kgs loaded.
Does anyone yet tow with a Hybrid (not plugin), which wo.... ....more
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Volvo s40 1.8..driver door control panel
Posted by parkranger on 04/05/2026 |
4 Replies
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Last reply blueexpo97
on 19/5/2026 |
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Hi there this problem started with front driver window not working. Now spread to all windows and doors but can still operate door locks on passenger side. Also mirrors stopped working. I replace driv.... ....more
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A1684 leyburn to Hawes
Posted by mines a carling on 01/05/2026 |
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Last reply mines a carling
on 01/5/2026 |
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Hi does anybody know if there are any roadworks or diversions on this road as I’m towing my van to the caravan and motorhome site next week , thanks ..... ....more
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2025 Q5 towbar
Posted by Pedro123 on 03/03/2026 |
10 Replies
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Last reply Pedro123
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Has anyone fitted a Towbar other than an Audi one to a 2025 Q5? I have been told that there is coding within the vehicle that will not allow certain systems to work correctly if anything other than an.... ....more
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Best route twin axle
Posted by Jackandted on 12/04/2026 |
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Last reply daveyjp
on 12/4/2026 |
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Best route please towing large twin axle
CA11 to Lossiemouth
Thanks .... ....more
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New 750kg towing registration
Posted by memories on 08/04/2026 |
12 Replies
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Last reply blueexpo97
on 11/4/2026 |
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Hi all. Cannot seem to find definitive answer.
Have a Brenderup 1205 ext sides and their ABS roof.
It’s plated at 750kg. Do .... ....more
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Trade in declare or not?
Posted by jsparkes201148 on 25/03/2026 |
9 Replies
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Last reply jsparkes201148
on 26/3/2026 |
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Further to previous post daughter collecting Volvo tomorrow from large Volvo dealership
Her part ex car had been in daily use but has needed coolant water topping up weekly. It’s an 8 yr old Qua.... ....more
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Tow car advice please
Posted by jsparkes201148 on 13/03/2026 |
8 Replies
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Last reply jaiash
on 18/3/2026 |
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Hi,
My daughter has a 1300 kg caravan and needs a towcar.
Has a budget of £25k including her part ex.
I want her to get a lower mileage’ newest’ car she can afford.
I have always .... ....more
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Towing Calculator
Posted by cosmicsime on 13/02/2026 |
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Last reply morepints
on 11/3/2026 |
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Hi all - my name is Simon and I'm a newbie to the caravan world!
I live in Kent, and a son (9) and daughter (11) and thinking about what might be the best caravan for a family of 4. Al.... ....more
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New Q5 towbars
Posted by Pedro123 on 06/03/2026 |
11 Replies
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Last reply wardley17
on 07/3/2026 |
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Just to warn anyone thinking of buying a newish Audi or vw think twice if you want a Towbar! They haven’t come up with one yet that you can fit retrospectively and no Towbar companies can wire them in.... ....more
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Luton-Burnham on Crouch
Posted by Mrs. Bonce on 01/03/2026 |
10 Replies
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Last reply Mrs. Bonce
on 02/3/2026 |
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Route planner says M1-M25-A12-A130-A132-B1012. Just wondered why not A127-A130-A132-B1012 which would appear to be a bit shorter. Any idea please?.... ....more
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Hello new member here
Posted by Fokmister on 13/02/2026 |
11 Replies
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Last reply Fokmister
on 28/2/2026 |
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So, I've registered my caravan with DVLA, now you have to use an official reg plate maker under UK law but it's not needed in the UK but will be required when we go to France so can I make .... ....more
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Pit-stops
Posted by SeanKelly81 on 19/02/2026 |
15 Replies
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Last reply Monty15
on 24/2/2026 |
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Hello all, could someone kindly offer me some advice?
Sometimes on a long drive whilst towing the caravan, it makes sense to stop for a break or maybe even to see a particular town or landmark. T.... ....more
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New caravan
Posted by gailbonney on 01/02/2026 |
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Last reply Monty15
on 18/2/2026 |
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We’re looking at buying a newer caravan. We currently have a Sterling Eccles 584 and tow with a Škoda Superb, an 87% match. We are experienced towers and find no problems with our journeys. We’re look.... ....more
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Towing in France
Posted by het and ben on 01/02/2026 |
10 Replies
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Last reply Monty15
on 09/2/2026 |
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Hello. I am looking to take my caravan to France in the summer. I have been told (the caravan place) that I need to have B+E written on my driving licence. I don't but will have it when I renew. .... ....more
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Autsocks - Plus win one of two pairs
Posted by Ratty on 31/10/2025 |
4 Replies
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Last reply mustangsallydancing
on 18/1/2026 |
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AutoSock car snow socks are the high tech solution to an age old problem - how to give road tyres the grip they need on ice and snow to …get you home!
a href=https://www.ukcampsite.co.uk.... ....more
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