Hobby and Dethleffs are renowned for offering the high build quality and durability that you would expect from a German-built caravan. Both companies also offer striking modern designs that are very different from the majority of British-built vans, which are more traditionally-designed.
Are Hobby caravans legal in the UK?
Most Hobby caravans are legal in the UK, with the exception of several versions and models, which you can identify in the tables below. The reason behind this is that in the UK, you cannot tow a caravan longer than 7m with a category B driver’s licence.
Why are Hobby caravans not allowed on some sites?
Some site owners don’t like Hobby caravans because “travellers” (Roma) often have Hobbys. And site owners don’t want to risk having those people on their site. There isn’t such a rule but many sites are wary of the brand as they are popular with Travellers….as in Romany and Irish travellers.
Where are Hobby caravans manufactured?
This month has seen German motorhome manufacturer, Hobby, celebrate the fiftieth anniversary since the start of production at its purpose-built factory in Fockbek, northern Germany. The motorhome and caravan manufacturer was started by Harald Striewski after he built a caravan for his own family.
Do Hobby caravans get stolen?
“We did everything we possibly could (to secure it) because we know Hobby caravans are at risk (of theft).
Do Hobby caravans leak?
Most of both don’t leak. Smaller caravans are less likely to leak as their bodies flex less than larger caravans. The worst possible thing you can do with any caravan is to level it or jack it using corner steadies.
Can you tow a caravan over 7m?
The legal limit for towing caravans on an ordinary licence is a BODY length maximum of 7 mtrs. **** NOTE: with reference to the word “ordinary” above that is a combination not exceeding 3500 Kg, the kind of licence held by most motorists.
What chassis is a hobby caravan on?
Ford Transit chassis
It is chosen as the “Motorhome of the Year” for the 18th time in the annual poll. Hobby presents its new Excelsior caravan model range and the new Hobby T series on a Ford Transit chassis.
Are Hobby caravans wider?
Its not just Hobby caravans, most German van manufacturers produce two widths 2.3 and 2.5 metres wide. However they don’t produce all models in two widths. The shorter ones are 2.3 m and the longer and most of the twin axles are 2.5m.
Do Hobby caravans have ovens?
They have portable ovens etc in the awning.
Which caravan brand is best?
Coachman
Coachman takes the top spot, with a superb rating of 89.6%. That easily exceeds the standard for a Gold Award. Second place for New Caravans and first place for Pre-owned caravans makes Coachman the brand to beat if you want a rewarding and reliable tourer of any age.
Do all caravans have damp?
Caravan Source: Damp is inevitable for most caravans at some point, but if it’s caught early (either through regular inspections or by using a reliable damp meter), you can usually find the cause and put it right.
