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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Evening all. We are very close to purchasing our first caravan, we have 3 young kids... we have been looking for months and are struggling to decide/work out what we really want from a caravan! Anyone got some advice on what models would be best suited to us and the kids... also any helpfull tips and tricks i might need in the future?

I know this is a swingers site... but im not oj any caravan forums!

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By *ob Carpe DiemMan
over a year ago

Torquay

"Evening all. We are very close to purchasing our first caravan, we have 3 young kids... we have been looking for months and are struggling to decide/work out what we really want from a caravan! Anyone got some advice on what models would be best suited to us and the kids... also any helpfull tips and tricks i might need in the future?

I know this is a swingers site... but im not oj any caravan forums!

There is a camping thread, you might have more luck there

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I know this is a swingers site... but im not oj any caravan forums!

There is a camping thread, you might have more luck there"

Thankyou!

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By *ee04Man
over a year ago

Essex

Depends on what you want you can always add an seeming to give extra space. Also depends on your budget Bailey are good. The German makes tend to be a bit wider but that has obvious drawbacks

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Depends on what you want you can always add an seeming to give extra space. Also depends on your budget Bailey are good. The German makes tend to be a bit wider but that has obvious drawbacks "

Hobbys seem to fit our requirements well.

But i have heard rumours of some sites not allowing them?

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By *ichaelangelaCouple
over a year ago

notts

if you got kids, you need one with an end bedroom or at least some way of shutting it off from the main part.

this is so you can put them to bed while you stay up and chill or watch tv or whatever

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"if you got kids, you need one with an end bedroom or at least some way of shutting it off from the main part.

this is so you can put them to bed while you stay up and chill or watch tv or whatever"

Noted... so many different options! I like the baileys with the tripple bunks, but as the kids grow this will become less usefull!

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By *ee04Man
over a year ago

Essex

"Depends on what you want you can always add an seeming to give extra space. Also depends on your budget Bailey are good. The German makes tend to be a bit wider but that has obvious drawbacks

Hobbys seem to fit our requirements well.

But i have heard rumours of some sites not allowing them?"

Never had any issues with mine when I had a hobby but have heard this. Now I don’t have kids to worry about I no longer have the caravan now a. Camper van

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just make sure you get a good pony to pull it

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By *uxom redCouple
over a year ago

Shrewsbury

"Depends on what you want you can always add an seeming to give extra space. Also depends on your budget Bailey are good. The German makes tend to be a bit wider but that has obvious drawbacks

Hobbys seem to fit our requirements well.

But i have heard rumours of some sites not allowing them?"

Some sites won't allow hobby's on as they were associated with gypsies, not so much nowadays though.

All caravans have their own little issues.

Depends on your budget.

6 berth or 4 berth and an awning, depending on the age of the kids.

Its an industry we know well, years of experience.

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By *orthern StarsCouple
over a year ago

Durham

The only advice I can give is not for folks to come knockin when the caravans a'rockin.

Ok yes....I know, that's shit, and no help at all. I'll go now

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"The only advice I can give is not for folks to come knockin when the caravans a'rockin.

Ok yes....I know, that's shit, and no help at all. I'll go now

I can always rely on you to lower the tone!!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Just make sure you get a good pony to pull it"

My Landcruiser amazon should manage

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By *orthern StarsCouple
over a year ago

Durham

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By *orthern StarsCouple
over a year ago

Durham

"The only advice I can give is not for folks to come knockin when the caravans a'rockin.

Ok yes....I know, that's shit, and no help at all. I'll go now

I can always rely on you to lower the tone!!

Sorry young man, I'll take my punishment however you see fit

Mrs

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By *irty-DianaWoman
over a year ago

somewhere over the rainbow

I know this is a swingers site... but im not oj any caravan forums!

https://www.caravanfinder.co.uk/

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By *uxom redCouple
over a year ago

Shrewsbury

"Just make sure you get a good pony to pull it

My Landcruiser amazon should manage

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check your towing capability aand driving licence.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Class one hgv license so all good there!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"The only advice I can give is not for folks to come knockin when the caravans a'rockin.

Ok yes....I know, that's shit, and no help at all. I'll go now

I can always rely on you to lower the tone!!

Sorry young man, I'll take my punishment however you see fit

Mrs"

Oh really... sounds like an offer i cant refuse!

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By *ee04Man
over a year ago

Essex

If you can tow it go for a hobby or fendt the Baileys are good but tens to be more expensive

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Get your self a damp meter and read up on the proper way to use it and what moisture levels are acceptable or have a professional inspection done on any caravan you are seriously thinking of buying

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By *atcoupleCouple
over a year ago

Suffolk - East Anglia

"Get your self a damp meter and read up on the proper way to use it and what moisture levels are acceptable or have a professional inspection done on any caravan you are seriously thinking of buying "

Good advice above.

Go for a well known make and if you're buying privately then get someone who knows all about them to help you. One thing I would add to a caravan is a full size awning. They don't cost that much (a lot of used caravans include them in the price anyway). They are essential with children because they effectively double your space.

Also make sure that the towing vehicle is ok to pull it with the 80% minimum rule with regard to weight. A stabilizer is a must but again most caravans now have them on the tow hitch.

Enjoy, they are great fun.

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By *ouncer63Man
over a year ago

wolverhampton

Hi if buying private get a damp meter or take someone who knows the score when buying

There are lots of caravans out there if you have 3 kids depending on their ages you can get some with 3 bunks in it

Ideally you need to be looking at a 5/6 berth

Twin axles have more room but some sites dont like them

Get an awning too kids can sleep out there to

Avoid cheap deals on e-bay to if it looks too good for price its usually a scam

If seller askes for money upfront dont send full ammount at all

Hope this helps

If you need anymore info im here

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If it comes with an awning ask them to put it up to make sure there's no rips or tears that all the poles are the and not bent and that it fits the van (I found out the hard way )

Remember you'll want a lesiure battery and fresh and waste water containers

Light weight pots and pans and plates

But most importantly make sure you have room for your BBQ and there's storage space for beer

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We brought one for taking on holiday and it can be a great investment if you use it often enough. You don't need to spend a fortune, some good pre-owned caravans available so what I would say is do your research first.

Also most caravans are designed with tables that turn into bunk beds which is ideal if you have kids. Invest in a good battery, will save you money in the long run and always check the wattage of anything you buy for it, most can only handle low wattage appliances.

Be prepared to get your hands dirty too, emptying your own toilet isnt pretty

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