13-year-old boy fined for driving camper van at night

The Caravan and Motorhome Club has opened a new training centre in Dereham, Norfolk. The Caravan Towing Academy offers courses for all levels, including motorhome handling instruction. Sessions are led by qualified trainers, with prices starting at £194.

Due to strong winds, motorhomes, campervans, and other high-sided vehicles are banned from travelling on the Humber Bridge (A15) in both directions. National Highways has implemented a diversion route via the A180, M180, M18, M62, and A63. The bridge, which carries around 33,000 vehicles per day, will remain closed until weather conditions improve.

The Caravan and Motorhome Club is running a promotional prize draw to attract customers to its insurance products. Anyone who requests a quote for caravan, motorhome, campervan, car, or home insurance between January 26 and the end of March 2026 will be automatically entered. The prizes include 10 training courses and 10 e-gift vouchers worth £100 each.

Salop Leisure has reported increased interest in caravans and motorhomes following two major trade events in early 2026. At the Manchester show, lead generation rose by 12%, and the company's overall sales in January are up 11% year-on-year. The company attributes this to positive sentiment in the sector, also noted at the HARPA conference.

A German couple new to camping bought a used travel trailer for €5,000 for their first trip. Their journey through the Scottish Highlands involved adapting to left-hand traffic and visiting filming locations for major movies. The trip focused on nature, including wildlife photography on the Hebrides and a visit to Loch Ness.

Residents of Deal, England, are complaining about camper vans parking outside their homes, blocking driveways and leaving rubbish. The area near Sandown Castle Community Garden is particularly affected. The town council is examining possible solutions, but the district council stated that only Kent County Council can introduce new rules.