1. Historical Overview & Production Profile
Founded by Martin Bailey in 1948, Bailey is Britain's longest continuous caravan manufacturer. Developed the timberless Alu-Tech body shell in 2009, setting a new benchmark for structural longevity and moisture resistance.
| Manufacturer Name | Bailey of Bristol |
|---|---|
| CRiS Manufacturer Code | BY (VIN Digits 8-9) |
| Operational Years | 1948 – Active |
| Current Trade Status | Active Manufacturer |
| Factory Headquarters | South Liberty Lane, Bristol, BS3 2SS |
| Iconic Model Ranges | Pageant, Senator, Ranger, Discovery, Pegasus, Unicorn, Olympus, Approach, Adamo, Alora |
2. Body Shell Engineering & Construction Methods
Traditional timber framing pre-2009; patented timberless Alu-Tech interlocking aluminium extrusion bodies 2009 onward.
3. Salvage, Breaker & Parts Replacement Guidance
Scotia Workshop Insight:
Very high salvage turnover. Pre-Alu-Tech models have high window replacement demand (Polyplastic). Alu-Tech models require bespoke curved front roof glazing and structural extrusion channels.
Very high salvage turnover. Pre-Alu-Tech models have high window replacement demand (Polyplastic). Alu-Tech models require bespoke curved front roof glazing and structural extrusion channels.
4. Verified Technical Specification Sheets (0 Models in Registry)
Select any verified Bailey of Bristol model below to view factory chassis PCDs, cold tyre pressures, fridge codes, and window cutout apertures:
Factory technical sheets for this marque are catalogued upon request.
Need Spares or Dismantling Parts for a Bailey of Bristol?
Scotia Caravan & Motorhome Salvage breaks Bailey of Bristol models regularly at our licensed facility in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire.