Our car has a 77.4 kW hour battery and normally returns 4.2 miles per kW/h in the summer (when most caravan towing is done). We have an Eriba 530 caravan with a maximum laden weight of 1400 kg. Towing the caravan on a 70-mile trip down to Devon from Bournemouth. The weather was sunny and […]
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We recently announced an exclusive Q&A with Philip Barnwell, who has successfully partnered his all-electric Tesla with his Eriba, enjoying trips around the UK in great style. Of course, there are multiple insights that can be learned from Phillip’s experience, and we’re thrilled that he has taken the time to answer a few questions posed […]
Some important safety factors to consider Before you begin to tow, it is vital to check that your car and trailer combination are correctly matched. This matching covers the safe physical and legal limits to the weight of the caravan that you should tow with your car. TOWBARA well fitted and maintained towbar is vital […]
Poundbury is an experimental new town or urban extension on the outskirts of Dorchester, Dorset, England. It was initiated by architect Léon Krier with the keen endorsement of Charles, Prince of Wales, on whose land it is built. It’s design is based on traditional architecture and New Urbanist philosophy. Is houses a population of approximately […]
The Jurassic coast is completely unique. It’s a 95 mile stretch of coastline running from East Devon to Dorset, Where rocks and fossils reveal 185 million years of history. Along the coastline there is plenty of unusual rock formations and dramatic cliffs tower above the sea. These stunning views can be seen even better from […]
The Great Globe at Swanage is one of the largest stone spheres in the world and stands at Durlston Castle within Durlston Country Park, a 280-acre country park and nature reserve. It is constructed of Portland stone, weighs about 40 tonnes and is 3 metres (10 ft) in diameter. South of Durlston Castle within the Estate grounds is the Great Globe. Constructed in Greenwich in 1887 in Mowlem‘s […]
This attraction is just East of Dorset, however well worth the visit. Escape to this beauty spot where history and stunning scenery come together for an unforgettable trip out in the New Forest countryside. Once a shipbuilding village where ships for Nelson’s Navy were built, this pictures village is now a peaceful haven. Relax with […]
Situated just round the corner from Dorset in neighbouring Hampshire, Hurst Castle provides a remote escape by the sea with plenty of things to see and do. Built by Henry VIII at the seaward end of a coastal spit, it was one of the most advanced artillery fortresses in England. Commanding the narrow entrance to the […]
Brownsea Island is located just off Poole Harbour and is very popular amongst tourist. There is very much one stand out reason to visit: The unique haven for wildlife, such as the rare red squirrel as well as a wide variety of birds. Other key features include the spectacular views across to the Purbeck hills […]
Keep your Greek islands or the Mediterranean cruise – nothing beats hitching up your tourer for a caravan holiday in the UK or Europe. Well, can over half a million caravan users in the UK be wrong? But before you pack the folding chairs, choose your campsite chill-out playlist and slap on the sun cream, […]