The days have long gone when the beginning of the winter season meant that caravanning was no longer a worthwhile pleasurable experience. Wide-spread accessibility of well insulated caravans and a wide variety of helpful apparatus means that you can now take a caravan break during the winter months.
You will find that there are countless caravan sites through the entire country that remain open during the winter season in order to cater to the devoted caravanner.
For individuals who are contemplating taking a holiday in a caravan this winter remember to be geared up well ahead of time. There are a variety of items that you're going to require for your winter holiday getaway that you didn't need in the summertime.
Because the climate is likely to be unpredicable you will need to ensure you have adequate gear to keep warm.
Gas heating units are one way, however you need to keep in mind the hazards of leaving them on overnight. A much better option is to obtain a low wattage electric heating unit that you can leave on the majority of the time so that you can maintain the heat within the caravan.
Nearly all modern day caravans are extremely well insulated, but you should still take plenty of additional bedding. It is well worth purchasing a high tog duvet or an expedition sleeping bag just in case it turns colder than you had thought it was going to be.
It's always a prudent move to load up plenty of extra clothes, as you are most likely going to require more pairs of almost everything.
An additional point to bear in mind is that any outside water storage units could freeze as the temperature falls. If you want to make sure that you have access to fresh water all the time it is worth getting an insulated tank in your caravan.
Food is an obvious priority and if you're unable to prepare it could possibly create a dilemma Butane freezes when it reaches -4 degrees so propane would be your more desirable option.
In the event that the weather conditions are likely to be icy you may want to look at investing in winter tyres for both your caravan and car. The advanced traction will help to help make your journey significantly less dangerous.