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Bailey Discovery 300
RoamWorthy records the Bailey Discovery 300 as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 5 berths; layout: Rear Lounge; length 5.74m; width 2.24m; height 2.61m; MTPLM 1,171kg; payload 126kg; recorded price range £14,500 to £21,500. No live dealer stock is currently linked to this model on RoamWorthy. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. Check the individual listing and manufacturer documentation before purchase.
Bailey Discovery 300 key facts
- Berths: 5
- MTPLM: 1171 kg
- MIRO: 1045 kg
- Payload: 126 kg
- Length: 5.74 m
- Width: 2.24 m
- Observed price range: £14,500 to £21,500
Key features
- Alu-Tech Bodyshell construction for enhanced durability
- Compact 1,171kg MTPLM for easy towing compatibility
- Flexible rear lounge that converts into a double bed with fold-down bunk
- Vertical front opening skylight for natural illumination
- Truma Combi heating and hot water system
- Modern graphite-coloured Alu-Tech trim and unique exterior graphics
- Dedicated washroom with integrated shower and toilet
Bailey Discovery 300: key facts
The Bailey Discovery 300 is a compact five-berth caravan with a rear lounge and bunk-bed layout. Its recorded length of 5.74 metres, width of 2.24 metres, height of 2.61 metres and MTPLM of 1,171kg make dimensions, towing suitability and payload important checks before purchase.
- Five berths in a compact single-axle format.
- Rear lounge converts to sleeping space with a fold-down bunk.
- Recorded payload is 126kg, so loading discipline matters.
- Alu-Tech bodyshell, Truma Combi heating and hot water, and a dedicated washroom with shower and toilet are recorded features.
- The kitchen specification includes a combination oven and grill and a three-way fridge, although equipment should be confirmed for the individual caravan.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. There are currently no marketplace listings recorded on the supplied page, so availability and advertised condition require separate confirmation. The supplied data does not provide a production year range or a confirmed tow-car recommendation.
Who should consider the Bailey Discovery 300?
Who it suits
- Families needing five berths from a compact single-axle caravan.
- Buyers prioritising a rear lounge and bunk-bed arrangement over a larger interior footprint.
- Owners whose storage space may suit a caravan measuring 5.74 metres long, 2.24 metres wide and 2.61 metres high, subject to access checks.
Reasons to consider it
- The five-berth capacity is paired with a recorded MTPLM of 1,171kg and a payload of 126kg.
- The rear lounge is designed to serve both living and sleeping functions, with a fold-down bunk included in the recorded feature set.
- The Alu-Tech bodyshell, Truma Combi heating and hot water system, and dedicated washroom provide a useful equipment base for a compact family caravan.
- Its listed layouts identify it as a rear lounge, bunk-bed and compact single-axle model.
What to check
- Confirm the actual plated MTPLM, payload and current condition, especially because the recorded payload is 126kg.
- Measure the tow vehicle, storage route and pitch access against the recorded 5.74-metre length, 2.24-metre width and 2.61-metre height.
- Check that the rear lounge conversion, fold-down bunk, washroom facilities and kitchen equipment operate as expected.
- Verify model year, trim and optional equipment because specifications may vary.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not include a confirmed gross vehicle weight separate from MTPLM. A compact body does not remove the need to check loading, noseweight and tow-vehicle compatibility. Price information is recorded as a range from £14,500 to £21,500, but individual condition and specification may change the asking price.
Compare the Bailey Discovery 300 with similar models
| Model | Berths | MTPLM | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey Discovery 300 | 5 | 1171 kg | 5.74 m | £14,500 to £21,500 |
| Bailey Discovery D4-4L | 4 | 1083 kg | 5.95 m | £14,500 to £20,495 |
| Swift Basecamp | 4 | 1100 kg | 5.59 m | £16,000 to £28,000 |
The Bailey Discovery 300 occupies a compact, lightweight position among the supplied alternatives, offering five berths with a recorded 1,171kg MTPLM and 126kg payload. The Discovery D4-4L and Swift Basecamp have fewer berths and lower recorded MTPLMs, while the Bailey Pursuit, Weinsberg Caraone 400LK / UK and Bailey Pegasus offer more capacity or berths alongside higher recorded weights. The most suitable choice depends on the required sleeping capacity, available payload, tow-vehicle limits, storage dimensions and individual caravan specification.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Bailey Discovery 300 ownership checks
- Keep a written loading plan because the recorded payload is 126kg and five berths can increase equipment and personal-load demands.
- Measure the caravan and storage access before moving it, using the recorded dimensions of 5.74 metres long, 2.24 metres wide and 2.61 metres high.
- Test the rear lounge conversion and fold-down bunk before each trip, checking that the sleeping arrangement is secure and practical for the intended occupants.
- Use the towing calculator linked on the supplied model page, then confirm the caravan plate and tow-vehicle limits before towing.
- Check the compact washroom, integrated shower and toilet, Truma Combi system, combination oven and grill, and three-way fridge during handover or inspection.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming five berths means the available payload will be sufficient without weighing loaded equipment.
- Relying on a general model description instead of checking the individual caravan’s year, trim, optional equipment and plated weights.
- Overlooking the height of 2.61 metres when planning storage or access.
Worth knowing: No known faults are supplied, so these are verification points rather than claims of defects. Actual equipment and specification may vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Alternatives to the Bailey Discovery 300
- Bailey Discovery D4-4L - Consider the Bailey Discovery D4-4L if four berths are sufficient and its recorded 5.95-metre length, 1,083kg MTPLM and £14,500 to £20,495 price range fit your requirements.
- Swift Basecamp - Consider the Swift Basecamp if a four-berth alternative with a recorded 5.59-metre length and 1,100kg MTPLM is more suitable; its recorded price range is £16,000 to £28,000.
- Bailey Pursuit - Consider the Bailey Pursuit if six berths are useful and a recorded 5.9-metre length and 1,350kg MTPLM are acceptable; its recorded price range is £12,000 to £25,000.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Bailey Discovery 300.
- 5 model images are recorded for this page and served from RoamWorthy-hosted media.
- 2 recorded source groups are available in the source section below.
Proof notes
- Specifications can differ by production year, trim and optional equipment.
- Dealer listings are used as current marketplace evidence, not as a substitute for the exact vehicle documentation.
Worth knowing: Confirm weights, dimensions and fitted equipment for the exact vehicle before purchase or towing.
Sources and review status for the Bailey Discovery 300
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-17T19:36:22.368181+00:00