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title: The CamperKing Blog | Simon McGrath (2)
description: Simon has worked in the campsite and leisure vehicle sector for nearly 20 years and was the former Editor-in-Chief of Camping & Caravanning magazine. He is also the author of Camping with Kids, published by the AA. (2)
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Jun 15, 2026, 4:06:55 PM

If you’re thinking about buying a campervan for the first time and want to know the best way to go a...

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Jun 11, 2026, 8:41:21 AM

It was smiles all round as CamperKing owners – not to mention their pet pooches – gathered in Oxford...

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Jun 1, 2026, 8:57:22 AM

We talk you through the process – and many options – of tailoring your new T7 Go! to your own lifest...

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Jun 1, 2026, 8:55:53 AM

Here are our six top tips for touring in the new CamperKing T7 Go! campervan As an experienced campe...

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Jun 1, 2026, 8:54:28 AM

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