The Motorhome & Caravan Show, the biggest indoor consumer show of its type, runs from 15-20 October at Birmingham's NEC and will be the first opportunity for many people to see all the new caravans and motorhomes from the main UK and European leisure vehicle brands.

John Traynor has a wealth of knowledge about all things outdoor, he's a contributor to our magazine website and an experienced tent camper.

From an early age, bushcraft meant adventure, outdoor living, freedom. It was also a romantic vision of bygone days and something of an anachronism in our urban lives.