The Touring Caravan

By Andrew Jenkinson

From the original horse-drawn caravan to the sophisticated and well-appointed luxury leisure vehicle we know today, this book follows the dynamic evolution of the touring caravan from the 1900s to the present day. Using a selection of images from his archive library, expert Andrew Jenkinson reveals how technical advances as well as interior design revolutionised the touring caravan in the United Kingdom, and how the culture of 'motorhoming' was transformed from a "cheap holiday" to a lifestyle choice. Covering well-known caravan brands such as Eccles, Sprite, Swift and Fleetwood, this lively and informative book will appeal to motorhome enthusiasts and social historians alike, and rekindle happy memories for anyone who has holidayed in a touring caravan.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing Ltd
• Release date: Sep 1, 1996
• ISBN: 9781784420185

Andrew Jenkinson

Andrew grew up with caravans from his grandparents owning two touring caravans’ in the late 50’s and early 60’s. His own parents bought their first caravan a 1968 Sovereign 343 4 berth. Andrew became instantly fascinated by the design and different manufacturers and became a UK Industry expert, appearing on TV/radio and writing 14 books on caravan, motorhomes and static caravan histories to date. His passion has evolved over 50 years amassing a very substantial archive. He also has his own Youtube channel: The Caravan Industry Expert-Andy Jenkinson.