While big caravans with all the bells and whistles – island beds, TVs, washing machines, big off-road beasts ready to take on the wildest of terrains – are readily available out in the marketplace, it was a pleasure to check out the sporty-looking exterior of the small, ultra-lightweight Swift Basecamp caravan at Nelson Caravans, and a surprise to see all the comforts of home tucked into a tiny space.
Launched back in 2016, the Basecamp models are aimed at those coming out of the tent-camping market and looking to step up to enjoy the luxuries of a bathroom, full oven cooking facilities and comfortable sleeping options – and capable of being towed by a standard-sized car. After all, successful camping (especially with kids) usually involves taking a small trailer for all the extras required with tents, bedding, cooking options, a fridge or chiller, then
