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Featuring reminiscences from motorhome users, this illustrated book is full of detail and nostalgia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56296892563829,"sku":"9780750994903","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780750994903_0e64774c-857b-4f7e-8c64-d3444cc548eb.jpg?v=1786014691"},{"product_id":"9781398118713","title":"The Story of the Campervan","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe campervan came to prominence in the 1950s and remains hugely popular today. Starting out as converted commercial vans, such as those produced by Commer and Austin, campervans developed further with the likes of Westphalia conversions of the VW Kombi, Ford Transits and Toyota Hi Ace vans in the 1960s and 1970s. Over the decades, the campervan has become more sophisticated with comprehensive layouts and extra features, such as internal heating, double-glazed windows and even solar panels. Caravan makers also became involved with conversions, as did individuals, creating their own bespoke vehicles as well as following manufacturers’ plans. In the 1980s, companies such as Hymer and Trigano entered the British market alongside established makes such as Fiat, Peugeot and Talbot. More recent times have seen the rise of the luxury campervan, but the vehicle faces new challenges with radical changes in the way all vehicles are powered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecognised expert Andrew Jenkinson explores the evolution of the campervan and its enduring appeal through his personal archive and company images. Having received a boost during the Covid-19 pandemic, the campervan continues to be regarded as a practical, enjoyable and liberating alternative for self-catering holidays and breaks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56298010378613,"sku":"9781398118713","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781398118713_7b091dac-8daf-4121-a962-905709ba4718.jpg?v=1786018124"},{"product_id":"9781398112094","title":"Caravanning in the 1970s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis informative and entertaining book captures the atmosphere and essence of caravanning and motoring in the 1970s. In an era of high oil prices, industrial unrest and when the shine of the 1960s seemed to be fading, caravanning was an ideal solution for those who chose to holiday in the UK and abroad without breaking the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing on his unique knowledge of caravans, Andrew Jenkinson not only describes the typical caravan holiday of the 1970s, he also includes fascinating detail about the different types and makes of caravan, including Swift and others, as well as the bestselling cars that towed them – from the Sunbeam Rapier to the Ford Capri.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book also discusses essential 1970s caravanning equipment, including portable TVs, stereo tape players, push-button radios, barbeques and portable fridges. The author shows how comparatively easy caravanning was in the 1970s compared with the present, including ease of access to the countryside and even the beach. Caravan sites also developed to provide ever more lavish facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by period photographs of both 1970s caravans and cars, and drawing on the author’s unrivalled expertise, this book is an informative and enjoyable guide to caravanning in the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56298320658805,"sku":"9781398112094","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781398112094_320b3af1-38fe-448f-b12d-4917726a1ad2.jpg?v=1786018665"},{"product_id":"9781399092357","title":"A Visual History of Motorhomes","description":"Following on from Andrew’s A Visual History of Caravans, this new title takes a look at the motorhome’s heritage, spanning over 100 years. The motorhome is a popular leisure vehicle with an ever-growing demand in the UK as well as abroad. From the early designs often built by one-man bands, this book shows how the motorhome was to evolve in the 1920s but was to be outsold by the popularity of the touring caravan. Images from all decades are mainly from the author’s own vast archives, while some have been loaned and supplied from motorhome industry personnel. These pictures demonstrate how the motorhome developed with the advent of smaller chassis cabs from the 1950s major manufacturers such as Bedford, Austin, Morris and Ford.Covering UK-brand motorhomes as well imported models, the book shows how different UK tastes were to the imported makes. Although not an A-Z of motorhomes book, the author has chosen images that represent as many manufacturers as possible. Andrew includes some rare images of coachbuilt motorhomes and shows how the motorhome boom began in the mid-1960s. With the further development of chassis cab designs in the 70s with brands such as Commer, Toyota and Leyland more manufacturers of motorhomes would emerge as the boom carried on.Caravan’s International motorised division was re-named Autohomes, and became the biggest UK manufacturer of coachbuilt motorhomes, going on to also be built in Germany. Well-known maker Dormobile concentrated on campervans, though several coachbuilt motorhomes such as the classic-looking Debonair were produced. From those early days, A Visual History of Motorhomes will make interesting reading to motorhome users, showing how the leisure vehicle took shape.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56298794123637,"sku":"9781399092357","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781399092357_edbfe441-caf6-4d78-82c2-81238d73d576.jpg?v=1786019926"},{"product_id":"9781398129474","title":"Static Caravanning in the 1960s and 1970s","description":"\u003cp\u003eStatic caravans provided low-cost holidays for ordinary people in favourite locations such as the seaside or countryside. They were popular with those who preferred not to have to tow a caravan to the holiday spot and who were looking for more space and freedom than could be found in guest houses or hotels. In this book, caravan expert Andrew Jenkinson explores the development of static caravans during the economic boom of the 1960s, when cars such as the Mini made people more mobile, and their continuing popularity through the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing on his considerable expertise, the author shows how static caravans gradually became larger and more sophisticated, as solid stoves gave way to gas and as plumbing allowed for lavatories as well as working kitchens. The caravan parks themselves also developed to provide better amenities, including shops and secluded areas for greater privacy. The author describes how top static caravan producers such as Pemberton, Bluebird and Wilderby continued to develop their products, making them wider and longer to provide a real home from home. There were options for hire as well as purchase, with families sometimes chipping in to make a good-value purchase. Despite the development of package holidays, the static caravan remained a popular option, providing that perfect week away.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConjuring up all the nostalgia of the early days of static caravans as well as providing expert insight into their development and including previously unpublished photographs from the author’s own collection, this book is both a trip down memory lane and touching social record of a special kind of British holiday.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56368756097397,"sku":"9781398129474","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781398129474_9f06b90a-dc53-44e0-80de-a8d55c1a3c83.jpg?v=1786034299"},{"product_id":"a-visual-history-of-caravans","title":"A Visual History of Caravans","description":"This book is a visual and informative look at the heritage of the touring caravan covering over a 100 years of this now very popular form of leisure. The book witnesses the UK being the inventor, developer and major producer of touring caravans. Images; (many from the Authors own personal archive) shows how caravan interior\/exterior design has evolved and has been influenced by domestic trends through the decades. With nostalgic images the book brings to life this often forgotten yet important aspect of the modern touring caravan. Covering imported caravans as well as UK manufactured models shows just how continental tastes differ from UK buyers.   The touring caravan is a modern and sophisticated leisure vehicle that has evolved since the first commercial built Eccles brand caravan back in 1919. A then rich mans hobby, it became more affordable by the 1930's and this was made possible with more modern production techniques. The design of the caravan emerged from a basic box like profile influenced by the 1800's horse drawn gypsy caravan that became a fashionable form of holiday with the gentry. Dr Gordon Stables a retired Naval Officer influenced this idea with his specially built horse drawn caravan  The Wanderer  - now on show at the Broadway Caravan \u0026amp; Motorhome Club Site. Stables wrote of his adventures and caravanning in a sense had begun. The book contains many unpublished and rare images which also features cars from the period too. 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