Is towing really that scary

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Why not take the van out locally and practice? Industrial estates on a Sunday afternoon can often be good places to try out your reversing skills but I guess you might be busy on a Sunday.......

If you are below age 30 nothing should deter. As we get older we are more conservative. As somebody who has towed for nigh on 40 years it is easy for me to say 'no problem'. When you are aware of the wider swing when coupled up than when solo it is not a big deal though

Proverbs 28:1

No, it is not that scary.  You are acquiring a new skill that just needs a little care and attention as you gain experience.  You have done the course so now go out and practice on quiet roads.  Just remember that you have this thing behind you: it will take a slightly tighter route around bends and slow your acceleration but you will soon get used to that.  Reversing will be fun but again follow the advice you were given on your course.  Take your time do not feel that you have to rush things and give yourself plenty of space on the road to break/stop. Use your mirrors a lot.  Although, like Easy T, I have been towing for over 40 yrs we were all beginners once so you are not alone.  I assume your car/caravan are a well matched outfit,  so follow the advice on loading and nose weight (as near the max allowed by your outfit). You will find that driving a little slower than solo is quite relaxing.

It is recommended that for your first trip you go somewhere local for a few days to get used to caravanning and ensuring everything works; use everything, put the awning up, plug in the TV etc.  We are a 'list' couple which hopefully means that we do not forget anything!

Don't hesitate to ask any questions.

You'll be fine ... just take your time & don't be rushed by other road users, but bear in mind that everyone will want to get in front of the caravan. You'll soon get the hang of it and be more at ease when towing.

Thanks for the encouragement... wish I was a lion... but just a lamb! looking forward to a new life adventure (left 30 being years ago) and meeting folk - so...take it slow, don't get phased by others, relax - sounds great ha ha cheers

If you have not got a motor mover on your caravan I would certainly recommend that you at least consider doing so. It will take a lot of hassle out of putting your van onto a pitch where you might normally have to reverse on. Best of luck, take things easy and enjoy the experience.

+1 there.

I certainly was far more worried about reversing with a caravan than towing it. Never really got the hang of it but fortunately Mrc C does it really well.

As been said Rev take things easy at first, and just take more care and 'space' when going round corners (not a pun btw)

Anticipate what is in front of you , your car will feel and drive different with the caravan on the back ,allow extra braking distance and allow a greater distance with oncoming traffic when pulling out of road junctions, don’t over correct, drive as if you have a bowl of water on the bonnet! Drive at the pace you are happy with (keeping within the speed limits)