New publication: A Visual History of Caravans

  • Photographs from the 1920s to Modern Day
  • Written by Andrew Jenkinson
  • Unseen photographs sales brochures mainly from the author’s own vast archives
  • Covering some of the lesser known caravan brands
  • Images also from caravan industry pioneers and designers loaned specially for this publication
  • Up to date visual history of the touring caravan

This book is published by Pen & Sword Books Ltd and takes an informative look at the heritage of the touring caravan covering a 100 year period. The book witnesses the UK being the inventor, developer and major producer of touring caravans. Images; (many from the author’s 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 covers imported caravans as well as UK manufactured models.

About the author

Andrew grew up with caravans from his grandparents owning two touring caravans in the late 50s and early 60s. His own parents bought their first caravan a 1968 Sovereign 343 4 berth. Andrew became instantly fascinated by the design and different manufacturers and became a UK Industry expert, appearing on TV/radio and writing 14 books.

RRP: £25.00, ISBN: 9781399092319, 104 pages