This years show has an even greater choice of touring caravans on display in the Practical Caravan Hall (hall 5).

Look out for special show launches as well as the latest 2009 models from the leading manufacturers including: The Swift Group (Swift, Sterling and Sprite), Bailey, The Explorer Group (Xplore, Elddis, Compass, Buccaneer), Lunar, Adria, Coachman and Fleetwood. Special model editions will also be on offer from the leading dealers including Lowdham Leisureworld, Glossop, Chichester, Bessacarr Range by Couplands Caravans and Wandahome.

Hot on the heels of announcing a revised brand strategy, The Swift Group are bolstering the Swift and Sterling ranges by launching four new models in each brand. Representing these new models at the show will be the Challenger 580, Eccles Ruby and Charisma 565. Details of the latest edition, the Charisma 550/Europa 550 will also be available.

See the world's first all-electric touring caravan - the Xplore Electric - unveiled at the show. With no heavy gas bottles to tow or handle, the Xplore Electric manufactured by The Explorer Group, is the feather-weight of the caravan world. You simply plug your tourer into the site's electric hook-up and you can relax immediately.

Another show exclusive will be the unveiling of the new luxury Buccaneer tourer range. Look out for new features, layout and innovations from the popular brand.

Bailey will be launching a new single axle 4-berth, the Senator California. Combining the best of the award winning Indiana and Wyoming layouts, the California features a rear bedroom with nearside, full size double, an ensuite transverse washroom including a separate shower cubicle and a U shaped front saloon with central kitchen.

Bailey will also be launching a micro 2-berth - the Ranger 380/2. This caravan will be one of the lightest caravans on the market and priced in the region of £10,500, whilst a limited edition Ranger 380/2 GT60 will mark the company's 60th anniversary.

Lunar Caravans will be launching three new models to the Quasar range of family tourers - a new 4 berth, 5 berth and 6 berth twin-axle.

The Fifth Wheel Co. will be launching the new Celtic Rambler, a luxury caravan with underfloor heating, contemporary furnishings and the additional options of a DVD home cinema system, air-conditioning and solar panels.

Hundreds of bargains can be found in the Towsure Accessory Superstore including cleaning chemicals, outdoor heaters, satellite and TV aerials, mobile mains units, security products and more!

Not forgetting the huge choice of holiday destinations with representatives from camping and holiday parks from across the UK and Europe.

Help and advice for those new to caravanning is on offer by The Camping and Caravanning Club, the National Caravan Council and The Caravan Club who will be providing free caravan towing lessons in the latest Land Rover models under the careful guidance of professional Caravan Club Course Instructors. To book a place visit The Caravan Club stand (no 4002) with your driving licence.

Enjoy the fun on Caravan Club Day - The whole show kicks off with Caravan Club celebrations on Tuesday 17th February, when a host of activities and celebrities will be joining the club from The Caravan Club Lounge.

If you'd like to visit the show for more than one day, why not stay on site at the NEC in your own caravan or motor home? Pitches on our temporary campsite, by The Caravan Club are available to book in advance. Electric hook-ups are available on site and a shuttle service courtesy of Land Rover will take you to and from the show in style and comfort.

NB Two day camping show tickets are only available through The Caravan Club and not via the box office.

And don't forget the National Boat Caravan and Outdoor Show is the most exciting place to explore plenty of other products and ideas for the outdoors from the latest boats to tents, park homes and outdoor clothing. So bring the whole family and make a day of it at the home of the great outdoors!

Show times:

10.00am - 6.00pm

Tuesday 17th - Sunday 22nd

Feb 2009 NEC Birmingham


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