Unbiased reviews of the latest static caravan models
The ABI Kentmere static caravan was first introduced to the public in 2010 and the model we saw was a prototype; a few design tweaks made to it since then as a result of feedback from several sources have improved it. Read the full review…
The Aspen Scenic is a new static caravan introduced by Willerby Holiday Homes for the 2011 season. Two versions are available, both 38ft x 12ft, one having two bedrooms and en suite and the other three bedrooms with a separate shower and toilet compartment. It is the three bedroom model which we review here.
Although designated a three bedroom static caravan, the ABI Ambleside can in fact, sleep eight due to a sofa bed being included as part of the lounge furniture. Introduced into the company’s range in 2011, and built to EN 1647 standard, the caravan has a pre-galvanised steel chassis, aluminium cladding and a pantile roof. Additionally, full central heating, and uPVC double glazing make this static caravan suitable for all year round holidays.
The two bedroom Carnaby Rosedale is a static caravan anyone can be proud of. Why? Because it offers superb value for money as well as having with just about every appliance which the owner would otherwise have to buy separately.
Entry level static caravan from Stellar impresses, with full double glazing and central heating.
The Symphony is a brand new static caravan made by Dorset company Regal Holiday Homes.
We liked the 9ft ceiling height and the outlook doors and full height windows at the front, combined with the extra light flooding into the interior thanks to two carefully placed skylight windows in the dining/kitchen area, it seemed incredibly spacious. The bold colour scheme of the soft furnishings was not therefore overpowering.
It is some time since we reviewed an ABI static caravan so it’s appropriate that for this review we have chosen the company’s top of the range Westwood caravan which has undergone a complete revamp for 2011. It is a 42ft x 13ft single unit caravan built on a fully galvanised heavy duty chassis and has uPVC cladding as standard with oak grained timber cladding as an option. French patio doors in the end wall of the lounge and uPVC double glazing are also included as standard.
It is very rare for any manufacturer of holiday homes to produce a four bedroom model. But that is what Pemberton has done for the 2011 season. Named the Berkley, the new 40ft x 13ft home comes from a company with over 60 years experience in producing holiday homes to meet the needs of the public.
Anyone looking for a top quality static caravan will have to go a long way to find one better than the Carnaby Essence. It is a single 40ft x 13ft two bedroom home. Its ex works price is way above the majority of similar size holiday homes, but having said that, it does come virtually complete – even down to duvets and pillowcases.
The Burgundy is the Swift group’s entry level holiday home. It is a 32ft x 12ft single unit two bedroom home, with woodgrain textured aluminium cladding built on the company’s Zinphos painted chassis which carries a three year warranty. A galvanised chassis with a 10 year warranty is one of the home’s optional extras together with double glazing and gas central heating.
