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Safe and secure

PEOPLE BECOME ATTACHED to their caravan; they’re almost part of the family. And as you would for any family member, you’ll want to protect your caravan and keep it safe.

The threat of vehicle theft is very real. “We have seen a rise in caravan thefts in the past 12 months,” says Craig Thompson, marketing director of insurance specialist Caravan Guard (www.caravanguard.co.uk). “Motorhome theft is also on the rise.”

Fortunately, there are steps that you can take to keep your home-from-home secure.

Storage

Most touring units spend more time in storage than on tour. When choosing where to store your caravan, security

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