NEC Motorhome & Caravan Show Oct 2015

Lowdham Leisureworld (Stand 8.20, 20.45) celebrates 50 years in business in 2016 so will reveal its all new Swift Hi-Style range including Alde heating plus a special 50th anniversary pack, the latter also featuring on the company’s Freestyle SE range. Its Bailey Pegasus and Unicorn caravans will also feature the Lowdhams 50th anniversary pack. On motorhomes there’s the launch of the Knaus Boxlife van conversions with innovative sleeping systems, the Lowdhams’ anniversary edition Knaus SKY TI – plus an exclusive special edition Bessacarr Hi-Style.

Lunar (Stand 17.39 & 18.13) will showcase its Lunar and Venus touring caravans including three new additions to the Lexon range. The Lexon 560 is a four-berth with a popular transverse island bed. Also a four-berth is the new Lexon 570, which features fixed single beds and an end washroom and for large families there is the new Lexon 580, a five-berth caravan with fixed bunks. Also on view at the NEC will be the new Delta RI, a four-berth caravan, and a refined Venus range of value-for-money tourers, including the new Venus 570. The full Lunar Landstar motorhome range will be on display too.

Pilote (Stand 9.10) will have as its star vehicle for the UK on show, the new G650L A-class motorhome. It has large front lounge which can comfortably accommodate up to eight people and sleep four. A completely fresh bathroom layout with separate shower and dressing area, extra-large wardrobe and plenty of storage are just some of its other features.

Rapido (Stand 7.40) will have a 6 series version of its well-known 7065FF. The 665F will be a 7.4M vehicle with a rear bathroom and Alde heating systems as standard. To capitalise on British interest in twin-bed layouts, Rapido will also unveil a new 7m model, the 855F, with separate shower thanks to an innovative bathroom design. Not only this, but the company will launch two brand new ranges, the 80DF and a refurbished Distinction. Both will offer double floors and Al-Ko chassis. British special vans, 600FF, 9048DF and 9094DF will feature too.

Richard Baldwin Motorhomes (Stand 9.98) will unveil its new and improved range of Special Editions, the Musketeer Range, featuring the D'Artagnan, Athos, Porthos & Aramis. These will offer increased specification, new fabrics and new graphics.

Shire Conversions (Stand 11.50) will showcase its brand new van conversion, the FL Twin. Based on a Fiat chassis, it’s a 2 berth motorhome with twin bed, front lounge and a high specification.

Southdowns Motorhomes (Stand 8.16) will reveal two Concorde motorhomes seen on UK shores for the first time at the show, including the Concorde Liner Plus 990G and Concorde Credo 841L. The Laika Kreos 5 series range – with the Kreos 5009 – will also feature.

Swift (Stand 6.39, 6.34, 6.33, 6.31). The company’s new Sprite Freedom range of caravans is sure to get plenty of interest at the NEC. These are positioned as entry-level caravans ideal for those looking to buy their first new tourer, featuring three popular 6 berth family models. There’s the Freedom 6, Freedom 6TD and Freedom FB. Swift will also feature a wide selection from its 2016 leisure vehicle portfolio, including new motorhome models. The sporty Rio range has expanded to feature two new models, the 310 and 325, with more traditional motorhome layouts and standard side entrance doors. The Bolero range also has two new models, the 612EK and 744PR. The former is a 2 seater, 2 berth vehicle with parallel front lounge and rear kitchen, with the latter a 4 seater, 4 berth model with U-shaped rear lounge, front travelling dinette and side seat plus side kitchen and washroom.

Webbs Motor Caravans (Stand 9.85) will officially launch its exclusive partnership with French, hand-built, motorhome brand Fleurette at the show. For the last six years there have been no new Fleurette models stocked by UK dealers, so Webbs will be the only place to see the brand’s 2016 models, such as Mayflower, for the new season.

Wellhouse Leisure (Stand 12.85) will have a host of new product launches at the show, including the Ford Terrier 2 M-Camper which features a full body-kit, alloy wheels and looks more like a racing van than a traditional campervan! It is part of the new Terrier 2 range with updated interior and furniture designed by Technoform, the Italian company that supplies many premium brands. It will be unveiled, by a special guest, on the second anniversary of the original Terrier's launch at the Motorhome & Caravan Show 2013. There’s also the Terrier Lux - a new entry-level Ford based model. Finally, there will be the new Moselle - based on the all-new Mercedes Vito van.

Trailer tents and folding caravans

OPUS Campers (Stand 12.105) will officially unveil an innovative folding camper with the ability to carry two motorcycles on its roof. The OPUS Moto is a brand new concept allowing motorcyclists to combine a family holiday, group getaway or romantic weekend with a biking break. Loading and unloading a motorcycle is simple, using the camper mounted crane, and takes just 20 seconds.

Trigano MDC (Stand 12.10, 12.05) trailer tents will feature its Galleon model in a new brown colour and two new versions of its Odyssee model, one basic version and one “plus” with an easy access luggage system make opening the luggage compartment simpler.

Raclet (Stand 12.12) trailer tents will have its Panama UP Xtrail product on view as well as its Solena, Safari, and Quickstop X-Trail models.

Holiday homes and lodges

Omar Park and Leisure Homes (Stand 9.120), celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, is displaying the award-winning park home, the Anniversary along with its most long-standing signature home, the Colorado.

Swift will showcase holiday home models from its Bordeaux Escape, Burgundy, Chamonix, S-Pod, Loire, Biarritz, and Moselle Lodge ranges as well as two brand new models yet to be revealed.

Wessex Unique Lodges & Park Homes (Stand 9.120b) will have its exciting new luxury lodge model, the Summerhouse, alongside the sleek and distinctive Contemporary luxury lodge.

Awnings and porches

Vango (Stand 17.36) will exhibit key models from its new 2016 collection, including caravan awnings Rapide, Varkala II and Kalari, including new annex addition as well as Idris II, Kela Deluxe and Galli drive-away awnings.

Outwell (Stand 17.81) will have its latest inflatable and pole drive-away awnings on show, with the Country Road SA from the Smart Air Touring Collection taking pride of place. There’s also the brand new Daytona Air from the company’s Air Crusing Collection and the new Darlington.

Accessories

Cadac (Stand 17.01) will reveal the new Safari Chef 2 taking all the great features of the original making it even better. New features include, a new gas control offering better temperature control, a new piezo ignition for safer and more convenient lighting and new locking legs for even greater stability. Coming in 20% lighter than its predecessor (only 4KG) this model offers an excellent cooking experience in any location.

Duvalay (Stand 6.27) reveals its new Golden Eclipse mattress, with special launch offers on it at the show

E&P Hydraulics (Stand 20.32a) will introduce its EP-019HYD/LONG hydraulic jack, capable of lifting two tonnes and its new Compact Caravan Levelsystem aimed at the more budget-conscious customer.

Motorola Solutions (Stand 12.99) has an expanded generation of TLKR™ unlicensed walkie-talkies with the T60, splashproof T80 and weatherproof T80Extreme models.

Pro-Tec Covers (Stand 12.01) will be at the show with their new company branding, a new website and with a special limited edition Caravan Club cover.

Road Pro (Stand 12.70 & 12.75) will feature a host of products, including a new EZA Lithium Power-Pack for caravans and motorhomes. The EZA replaces leisure batteries and can provide up to 120Ah without the need for charging. A solar panel can be connected directly to the EZA and running the engine for just 20 minutes will put approximately 20Ah into the unit. The EZA is also ideal for use with an inverter.

Winch Solutions LTD (Stand 20.56a) will introduce a new line of generators from leading US Suppliers, Champion Power Equipment. Winch Solutions have been granted exclusive distribution rights for the whole of Europe with standout products being the Dual Fuel (LPG or Petrol) Generator and the super quiet Inverter range.

The Motorhome & Caravan Show 2015 is the only place to see a life-size model caravan made of LEGO® bricks revealed in public for the first time on opening day 13 October. It’s also the only UK show where all the new 2016 caravan and motorhome models from leading UK and European manufacturers are revealed and can be compared under one roof.

Visitors can enjoy exclusive show only deals, new product demonstrations, the Experts’ Theatre, FREE caravan towing and motorhome manoeuvring lessons, browse hundreds of accessories, free parking and a free show guide – plus kids go free too!

The show is supported by The Caravan Club and The Camping and Caravanning Club, fills 11 huge halls at the NEC in Birmingham and features every type of leisure vehicle, including caravans, motorhomes, campervans, trailer tents and folding caravans, luxury lodges and caravan holiday homes.

To buy tickets (in advance from as little as £7.50 senior/8.50 adult*) to the show and for more information, check out the show details

It has to be the most comprehensive show in Europe, covering every aspect of camping and caravans; tents, motorhomes, tourers right up the scale to the best there is in mobile homes.

Every year it generates a buzz that lasts right through to next years holidays and times away, leaving you wanting that bit more kit or that latest gadget or a change usually upwards on the canvas or the structure that you own. This year looks even more exciting with the latest that technology brings to our world.

Roll on the 13th.............