Bailey Awning Sizes: Matching the Perfect Fit to Your Caravan Model

Nov 27, 2025

Ever bought a caravan awning that almost fit? We’ve all been there. Short answer on Bailey Awning Sizes: measure your width and projection first, then match to the model range. This awning size guide shows you exactly how to get it right, first time.

Choosing the right awning size is key to creating a better outdoor space around your caravan. A well-sized awning provides reliable shade, improves comfort, and enhances the overall look of your setup. While finding the perfect size can feel a little daunting at first, understanding the basics makes the whole process far simpler and more enjoyable.

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Bailey Awning Size Calculator

Popular models like the Bailey Senator, Bailey Pageant Bordeaux, Unicorn, and Discovery all use different awning measurements depending on year and layout. Rather than guessing, use the calculator below to instantly find the correct porch measurement, A-measurement, and matching awning size for your exact caravan model.

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Bailey's Bespoke Sizing Philosophy (Discovery & Popular Ranges)

Bailey awnings are designed with flexibility in mind, recognising that no two caravans or touring setups are ever quite the same. With a blend of standard and bespoke sizing across their ranges, Bailey allows owners to match their awning closely to the footprint of their caravan. The focus is not just on appearance, but on achieving proper shelter, strength, and long-term durability. Using a reliable awning size guide ensures you choose a size that performs as well as it looks.

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Awning Sizes for the Bailey Discovery Series (D4-2, D4-3, D4-4)

The Bailey Discovery Series includes the D4-2, D4-3, and D4-4 models, each with slightly different body lengths and layouts. Because of this, awning sizes need to be chosen carefully to ensure full coverage without overshooting the usable rail space. A correctly sized awning will sit neatly along the side of the caravan and provide comfortable shelter without interfering with doors or windows.

Bailey touring caravan with large green full awning attached on black background

Discovery Awning Footprint and Total Outfit Length

The Discovery models typically require compact to mid-range awning sizes, reflecting their lightweight and agile design. When measuring, both the body length and the positioning of doors and windows should be considered, as these affect the total usable awning footprint once pitched.

Recommended Accessories and Draught Skirts

For the Discovery range, draught skirts and wheel arch covers are strongly recommended to improve insulation and keep out wind and debris. Lightweight ground sheets and storm tie-down kits also work particularly well with these models, adding stability without compromising the touring-friendly setup.

Sizing for Older or Other Bailey Ranges (Phoenix, Unicorn)

Older Bailey ranges such as the Phoenix and Unicorn tend to follow more traditional caravan sizing principles. These models usually have longer awning rails and more consistent body shapes, making them well suited to full awnings as well as larger porch awnings. Accurate sizing is still essential, as these caravans often sit higher and have different door placements compared with newer lightweight ranges.

Bailey caravan with black and white full awning set up along awning rail

Using the Standard A-Measurement for Traditional Bailey Models

For Phoenix and Unicorn models, the standard A-measurement system is typically used to determine correct awning size. This involves measuring from the ground, around the awning rail, and back down to the ground on the other side. Once this measurement is known, it can be matched directly to the manufacturer’s awning size chart.

Sizing by Awning Type and Specification

Bailey awnings are available in a wide range of sizes to suit different touring styles and preferences. Standard residential caravan awnings usually fall between 3 and 6 metres wide, which suits the majority of leisure caravans. Larger sizes are commonly chosen for extended stays or seasonal setups. Bespoke options also exist for unusual layouts, wider caravans, or customers who want a made-to-measure finish.

Bailey Porch Awning Sizing

Porch awnings are a popular option for Bailey owners who want flexibility, faster setup, and easier storage. Unlike full awnings, they only attach to a section of the awning rail, making them ideal for short trips, touring holidays, or anyone who wants extra space without the commitment of a full-length awning.

Measuring the Straight Rail Section for Porch Awnings

When sizing a porch awning, the straight section of the awning rail is the most important measurement. This is the usable area where the awning will sit without distortion. Measuring this accurately ensures the porch awning seals properly against the caravan and remains stable in use.

Bailey caravan with lightweight open-sided caravan awning fitted along side

Recommended Awning Height (H) for Bailey Caravans

Awning height is just as important as width, especially for porch and air awnings. Most Bailey caravans sit within a mid-height fitting range, but this can vary by model and year. Measuring from the ground to the awning rail gives you the fitting height needed to ensure doors can open freely, the awning seals correctly, and overall stability is maintained in changing weather.

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Phil McEleney

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Started CamperNation to make buying caravan and glamping gear feel simple, honest, and stress-free. Now helps customers daily with awnings, power solutions and outdoor setups. Usually found talking canvas, campsites, and why the kettle is the most important piece of kit.

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