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Latest industry insights and press releases from the Winchester Caravans team
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Come and see us at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the NEC!
Winchester Caravans & Motorhomes will be attending the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the NEC in Birmingham from 13-18 February, so why not come along and see us?
The show, which is the biggest of its kind in the UK, offers businesses related to the camping and leisure vehicle industry the chance to come together and showcase their offerings under one roof, making it easy and convenient for customers. Hundreds of exhibitors are booked to attend, from manufacturers to dealerships, accessory companies and industry magazines.
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COME AND SEE US AT THE MOTORHOME & CARAVAN SHOW AT THE NEC!
Winchester Caravans & Motorhomes will be attending the Motorhome & Caravan Show 2023 at the NEC in Birmingham from 17-22 October, so why not come along and see us? It’s a great way to explore all your options under one roof!
The show, which is the biggest of its kind in the UK, offers businesses related to the leisure vehicle industry the chance to come together and showcase their offerings under one roof, making it easy and convenient for customers. Hundreds of exhibitors are booked to attend, from manufacturers to dealerships, accessory companies and industry magazines.
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Explore the new 2024 caravan ranges at our open weekend from 6th-9th October!
We’re holding an open weekend from Friday 6th - Monday 9th October at our Colden Common showroom to showcase the new 2024 caravan ranges from Bailey and Swift!
The 2024 ranges were officially launched this month and we’ve been taking delivery of a range of models over the past few weeks to ensure that we have a good selection on-site for you to explore.
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Come along to our Big Summer Sale Weekend!
We’re hosting our Big Summer Sale Weekend this August bank holiday, with massive savings on all remaining new 2023 Bailey and Swift caravans - it’s not to be missed!
If you’ve been thinking about purchasing a new caravan for a while, now’s the time to act to secure an amazing deal ahead of the new season at the beginning of September. You’ll be getting a brand new 2023 Bailey or Swift caravan for a hugely reduced price.
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Bailey of Bristol: leading the way in energy-saving initiatives…
Bailey of Bristol have installed 800 solar panels on their manufacturing plant in Clevedon, Somerset, taking another step towards their goal of becoming a carbon-neutral business.
The 800 panels are capable of generating 333 kilowatts of energy, which is equivalent to approximately two thirds of the annual power requirement of the facility. Bailey has invested £400k in the installation, with costs expected to be recouped over the next four years.
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Get up to £1,000 off Swift caravan models this June!
Swift are running a promotion offering cashback of up to £1,000 on Swift caravan models purchased in June! These discounts apply to new 2023 models in the Sprite Compact, Sprite, Sprite Grande, Challenger, Challenger Grande, Conqueror and Elegance Grande ranges.
This promotion started at 00:01 on Thursday 1st June and will expire on 11:59pm Friday 30th June 2023, so be sure to take advantage of this fantastic offer while you have the chance!
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National Camping and Caravanning Week 2023
This week is National Camping and Caravanning Week 2023 (29 May - 4 June) and this year’s event is celebrating the fact that camping officially makes you happier!
The week, which is organised by The Camping and Caravanning Club, will celebrate the fact that camping officially makes you happier, according to the findings of a new study commissioned by themselves.
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Explore the 2023 Swift Elegance Grande!
The 2023 Swift Elegance Grande has it all - good looks, complete functionality and luxurious features to boot! The choice of four-berth models makes it ideal for families and couples alike, and the 8ft width really gives it that roomy feeling inside.
There are three models to choose from, each offering something different. The 835 offers a mid washroom and rear bedroom, equipped with a fixed transverse island bed. The 845 has a rear washroom, with the bedroom next to it, again with a fixed transverse island bed. The 850 has a mid washroom with the bedroom to the rear with a fixed island bed.
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Come along to our Open Weekend on 31st March - 2nd April!
We’re hosting an open weekend from Friday 31st March to Sunday 2nd April to give new and existing customers alike the chance to browse the 2023 Bailey and Swift caravan ranges, our high-quality pre-owned vehicle ranges and our fantastic awning and accessory shop!
As an official dealership of both Bailey and Swift, we’ll have a number of 2023 models on site to enable you to have a good look around them, explore the interior and get a real feel for what will best suit your needs.
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Come and see us at the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show at the NEC!
We’ll be at the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show 2023 at the NEC in Birmingham from 21-26 February, so why not pay us a visit? It’s a great way to explore all the caravan and motorhome options in one place!
The show offers businesses related to the caravan, motorhome and camping industry the chance to gather and showcase their offerings all in one place, making it convenient for customers. Hundreds of exhibitors are booked to attend the show, from manufacturers to dealerships, accessory companies and industry magazines.
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Gold Award winners for fourth year running!
Winchester Caravans and Motorhomes have been awarded the Gold Award as a Supplying Dealer of New Caravans at the 2023 Practical Caravan Awards. This is the fourth year in a row that we’ve been awarded this prestigious accolade!
The results of the awards were announced at the annual Camping and Caravanning Club industry dinner on Thursday (8 December). This award demonstrates the exceptional levels of customer service that we consistently provide our customers with.
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Come and see us at the Motorhome & Caravan Show at the NEC!
Winchester Caravans & Motorhomes will be attending the Motorhome & Caravan Show 2022 at the NEC in Birmingham from 18-23 October, so why not come along and see us? It’s a great way to explore all your caravan and motorhome options in one place!
The show, which is the biggest of its kind in the UK, offers businesses related to the leisure vehicle industry the chance to come together and showcase their offerings under one roof, making it ideal for customers. Hundreds of exhibitors are booked to attend, from manufacturers to dealerships, accessory companies and industry magazines.
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New Swift 2023 caravan ranges out now!
The new Swift 2023 caravan ranges have now been released and with production finally back up to normal levels post-Covid, that’s two things to celebrate!
At Winchester Caravans and Motorhomes, we’re an approved Swift dealership. Swift is one of the country’s leading caravan manufacturers and they’ve updated their ranges to keep their models fresh, stay ahead of the crowd and keep their customers happy.
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Thinking of selling or upgrading? Choose us!
If you’re considering selling your caravan or motorhome or want to upgrade to a newer, bigger or higher-spec model, think Winchester Caravans & Motorhomes! We’re always looking for pre-owned models to add to our stock and we’ll give you a great price!
We’re keen to speak to anyone looking to sell their leisure vehicle, regardless of the make or model, as long as it’s in good condition and ideally between 1 and 10 years old, though we may accept some older models. You don’t even have to be local to Hampshire - we will travel to you to collect (within reason!) so please do keep us in mind.
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Book your sites early for 2022!
The past two years have seen higher numbers of people opting for caravan and motorhome holidays in the UK than ever before. This is largely due to the pandemic hampering people’s plans to travel abroad, making staycations in the UK a more viable option.
2022 is likely to bring much of the same behaviour as the COVID numbers show no sign of falling and the number of people wanting to stay close to home is expected to remain high. With this in mind, if you’re planning a few caravanning trips yourself for the coming year, it’s a good idea to start planning ahead and get your sites booked! Delaying may mean your favourite sites are full or that you are unable to get the dates you were after.
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Get ready for the 2022 season...
In the past, caravanners and motorhomers may have waited until they’d attended a show, such as the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the NEC, before making a decision on their first or next purchase. However, with no shows taking place in 2021 (both the February and October NEC shows were cancelled due to COVID) this may have thrown a spanner in the works.
Attending a national show like the ones held twice a year at the NEC are a great way of gaining an overview of what’s available in the industry, what dealerships are local to you and which vehicles may best suit your needs. However this year is a little different as demand is so high, so if you were thinking of using the February 2022 NEC show to aid your decision-making, you should reconsider.
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Gold Award winners 2021!
Winchester Caravans and Motorhomes have been awarded the Gold Award as a Supplying Dealer of New Caravans at the 2021 Owner Satisfaction Awards. The results of the awards were announced at the annual Camping and Caravanning Club industry dinner on Thursday (11 November).
This is an extremely prestigious award and is testament to the exceptional levels of customer service that Winchester Caravans and Motorhomes provide their customers with. They primarily deal with the sale of new Swift and Bailey caravans, new Bailey motorhomes as well as a range of other pre-owned caravan brands, motorhomes and VW campervans in addition to accessories and awnings.
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Discover the new 2022 Swift caravan ranges!
Swift have relaunched the legendary Conqueror for 2022 - a range that Swift first launched in 1990 with production continuing for 28 years. It has enjoyed a four-year rest and is now back with a bang! In addition to this, the Elegance has undergone large-scale specification changes for 2022, with minor changes to the Challenger and Sprite ranges as well.
The original Conqueror was one of most popular ranges of its time and this popularity is set to continue second time round. The range has a great new look; modern and sleek in design with a hi-spec and premium quality feel. It’s impressive features include high gloss lockers, atmospheric lighting, panoramic front sunroof and modern washroom boasting plenty of storage.
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Come along to our Model Preview Weekend on 29-31 October!
We’re hosting a Model Preview Weekend on 29-31 October to showcase some of the new models from the 2022 Swift and Bailey caravan ranges which are available to order now!
Drop into our showroom on Main Road, Colden Common anytime from 10am on Friday 29 October until closing on Sunday 31 October (4pm) to take a closer look. We will have a range of models on display from both the Swift and Bailey collections, and you’ll be able to take a good look inside and compare the different options.
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Discover the new 2022 Bailey Unicorn range!
The new 2022 Bailey Unicorn range launched in July and now as the new season starts to take off, it's attracting a lot of interest! Bailey of Bristol hosted a rooftop reception to celebrate the new range and even craned a Unicorn Vigo to the top of One New Change to act as a stunning centrepiece for the event!
Winchester Caravans and Motorhomes Managing Director James Southwood and Sales Manager James Mainwaring attended the event, which took place on Wednesday 29 September. The event provided guests with the opportunity to learn more about the Unicorn range and take a look inside the four-berth Vigo model, all whilst enjoying a great view of St Paul’s Cathedral by night.
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The rules for towing a trailer or caravan with a car are changing this autumn...
The rules for towing a trailer or caravan with a car are changing this autumn. The changes will mean that anyone who passed their driving test after 1 January 1997 will be permitted to tow trailers (or caravans) up to 3,500kg MAM (maximum authorised mass) without having to take a separate test.
Under previous rules, those who passed their standard driving test between 1 January 1997 and 18 January 2013 were allowed to drive a car or van up to 3,500kg MAM towing a trailer of up to 750kg MAM (up to 4,250kg in total) or tow a trailer over 750kg MAM, as long as it is no more than the unladen weight of the towing vehicle (up to 3,500kg in total).
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Combatting supply chain delays with great customer service
As the pandemic continues to impact the global supply chain, we too are feeling the effects of this on-going issue. We’re doing all we can to offset any delays that are being caused by the continuing difficulties in getting hold of parts and are keeping our customers in the loop to ensure they are informed every step of the way.
Many of our suppliers are finding it extremely difficult to get hold of the raw materials and essential components that are needed to make spare parts, which does unfortunately mean that some delays are unavoidable.
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Say hello to the new 2021 ranges from Bailey and Swift!
Production is now in full swing on the new 2021 Bailey and Swift ranges, welcome news to many caravanners who have been patiently awaiting these. We’re already taking orders so get in touch soon to ensure you don’t miss out!
When the coronavirus pandemic swept our nation in the spring, the lockdown period that followed meant caravan production had to stop. The factories closed for over four months, with the remainder of the planned 2020 builds having to be abandoned. This led to a shortage of caravans over the summer period when showrooms reopened, and these shortages may continue into 2021 as social distancing measures and reduced staff numbers will leave manufacturers unable to produce as many vehicles as usual.
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Swift Live February 2021
If you’re anything like us, you’re really missing the usual calendar of leisure vehicle industry events, whether it’s looking at the season’s product ranges or getting inspired.
Luckily however, Swift Group is bringing us Swift Live, a sensational new online event opening Thursday 11th February 11am Bringing you unique access to expert advice, inspiration and a virtual showroom, all from the comfort of your sofa, Swift Live will be an immersive experience combining lifestyle and practical usership content with product exhibitions and more.
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Best Supplying Dealer of New Caravans 2020
Winchester Caravans and Motorhomes have been crowned the Best Supplying Dealer of New Caravans in the 2020 Owner Satisfaction Awards, which were announced at the annual Camping and Caravanning Club industry dinner on Thursday.
This is one of the most coveted awards and is proof of the high levels of customer service that Winchester Caravans and Motorhomes are providing their customers with. They primarily deal with the sale of new Swift and Bailey caravans as well as a range of other pre-owned caravan brands, motorhomes and VW campervans in addition to accessories and awnings.
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Bailey launches new 2020 range!
The new Bailey 2020 caravan range launched last week and Winchester Caravans will soon have a selection of models on site to give our customers the opportunity to view the various models and options available.
Customers who are interested in the new 2020 models are invited to browse the range online and then pop into the showroom to chat through their options with our friendly sales team, who will be on hand to provide further information.
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Winchester Caravans become official Swift dealer
Winchester Caravans are pleased to announce that they are now an official Swift dealer, with the new 2020 range of caravans launching this week.
The partnership between the two companies kicked off on 1 September, with various models being delivered to the showroom throughout the month for viewing.
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