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Bailey Discovery Mercury
RoamWorthy records the Bailey Discovery Mercury as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 2 berths; layout: End Kitchen; length 5.62m; width 2.24m; height 2.61m; MTPLM 996kg; payload 112kg; 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 Mercury key facts
- Berths: 2
- MTPLM: 996 kg
- MIRO: 884 kg
- Payload: 112 kg
- Length: 5.62 m
- Width: 2.24 m
- Observed price range: £14,500 to £21,500
Key features
- Alu-Tech bodyshell construction for enhanced durability
- Unique vertical opening front skylight
- Compact and lightweight design for easy towing
- Truma Combi heating and hot water system
- Thetford Triplex combination oven and grill
- Dedicated exterior 'A-Frame' bike rack mounting points
- Dometic 103-litre refrigerator
Bailey Discovery Mercury: compact two-berth caravan with a lightweight brief
The Bailey Discovery Mercury is a compact two-berth caravan for buyers prioritising a low maximum technically permissible laden mass, short overall dimensions and a front-lounge, end-kitchen layout with a corner washroom. Its recorded MTPLM is 996 kg, with a stated payload of 112 kg. Buyers should confirm the model year, equipment and condition before purchase.
- The recorded dimensions are 5.62 m long, 2.24 m wide and 2.61 m high.
- The layout combines a front lounge, end kitchen and corner washroom.
- The listed equipment includes an Alu-Tech bodyshell, Truma Combi heating and hot water, a Thetford Triplex combination oven and grill, and a Dometic 103-litre refrigerator.
- The stated price range is £14,500 to £21,500.
- The current marketplace record shows no listings and four hosted images.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The supplied data does not provide a production-year range, so age and exact specification require confirmation. The supplied data does not include a GVW figure.
Who should consider the Bailey Discovery Mercury?
Who it suits
- Couples seeking a two-berth caravan with a front lounge, end kitchen and corner washroom.
- Buyers whose tow-car choice makes a recorded MTPLM of 996 kg important.
- Owners who need a caravan measuring 5.62 m long and 2.24 m wide, subject to checking access and storage arrangements.
Reasons to consider it
- The two-berth layout avoids paying for unused sleeping capacity if the caravan will be used by a couple.
- The 112 kg stated payload provides a clear starting point for checking what can be carried, although the actual available payload should be verified against the specific caravan.
- The listed Alu-Tech bodyshell, Truma Combi heating and hot water system, and Dometic 103-litre refrigerator cover notable construction and touring equipment requirements.
- The £14,500 to £21,500 recorded price range gives buyers a reference point when comparing asking prices.
What to check
- Check the actual MTPLM, mass in running order and payload on the specific caravan and confirm that the tow car is suitable.
- Measure the 2.24 m width, 2.61 m height and 5.62 m length against the storage location, access route and intended pitch arrangements.
- Inspect the front lounge conversion, end kitchen equipment and corner washroom, including the wet-room arrangement described in the supplied editorial.
- Confirm which listed equipment is fitted, including the heating system, combination oven and refrigerator, rather than assuming every example has identical equipment.
- Ask for the model year, service history, damp records and documentation because the supplied data does not provide a production-year range.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. No current marketplace listings are recorded, so availability cannot be inferred from the price range. The supplied data does not state the permitted load for individual storage areas or accessories.
Compare the Bailey Discovery Mercury with similar models
| Model | Berths | MTPLM | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey Discovery Mercury | 2 | 996 kg | 5.62 m | £14,500 to £21,500 |
| Bailey Discovery D4 2 | 2 | 995 kg | 5.84 m | £15,500 to £21,500 |
| Elddis Xplore XC Duo | 2 | 1080 kg | 5.48 m | £12,500 to £21,000 |
The Bailey Discovery Mercury is the lightest option by recorded MTPLM among the listed alternatives and sits between them on recorded length and price. The Bailey Discovery D4 2 is close in weight but longer, while the Elddis Xplore XC Duo and Swift Sprite Compact are shorter but have higher recorded MTPLMs. The Phoenix Gt75 420 and Swift Finesse 400 have higher recorded MTPLMs, with the Finesse 400 also being longer. The most suitable choice depends on tow-car limits, storage dimensions, payload needs and the price of the individual caravan; the supplied data does not establish a single winner.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Ownership checks for the Bailey Discovery Mercury
- Keep the 112 kg stated payload under review when adding camping equipment, fluids, luggage or accessories, and use the specific caravan's weight information rather than relying only on the catalogue figure.
- Check the front lounge bed conversion before each trip, since this is the sleeping arrangement for the two-berth layout.
- Use the recorded 5.62 m length, 2.24 m width and 2.61 m height when planning storage, access and clearance.
- Give the end kitchen and corner washroom a practical inspection before departure, including the listed cooking and refrigeration equipment.
- Confirm the fitted Truma Combi system and its hot-water operation as part of routine preparation.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating the 996 kg MTPLM as the caravan's empty weight and overlooking the separate 112 kg payload figure.
- Planning storage or access without allowing for the recorded 2.24 m width and 2.61 m height.
- Assuming that specification is identical across all examples when equipment may vary by model year, trim or optional equipment.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not provide maintenance intervals or model-specific fault patterns. Weight figures should be checked against the individual caravan's documentation and any fitted equipment. The supplied data does not identify the production years, so age-related checks require confirmation.
Alternatives to the Bailey Discovery Mercury
- Bailey Discovery D4 2 - Consider the Bailey Discovery D4 2 if you want another two-berth Bailey Discovery with a recorded length of 5.84 m, MTPLM of 995 kg and price range of £15,500 to £21,500.
- Elddis Xplore XC Duo - Consider the Elddis Xplore XC Duo if a shorter recorded length of 5.48 m and a lower price range beginning at £12,500 are more important, accepting its recorded MTPLM of 1080 kg.
- Swift Sprite Compact - Consider the Swift Sprite Compact if its recorded length of 5.37 m suits your storage needs, while noting its recorded MTPLM of 1094 kg and price range of £16,500 to £22,495.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Bailey Discovery Mercury.
- 4 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 Mercury
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-18T02:22:53.544414+00:00