Can you live in a caravan on a site?
The key point here is that you can’t live on all caravan sites; only residential caravan parks can host a permanent residency. Residential parks are usually hosted on private property with the local council’s permission and feature a type of static caravan known as a park home.
Is living in a caravan a good idea?
There are many benefits to living in a caravan and depending on your personal situation, some may be more important that others in helping you make the decision when you pick your model: Reduced costs/more disposable income. Less maintenance and upkeep required. Access to well-kept residential caravan sites.
What does CL stand for in caravan sites?
CL is Certificated Location, these are sites affiliated to the Caravan Club. CS is Certificated Site, the same type of thing but belonging to the Camping and Caravanning Club. They are small sites which only accept a maximum of 5 caravans but usually as many tents as space will reasonably allow.
How can I legally live in a caravan UK?
You aren’t tied down to any one location There are no UK laws that prevent you from living in your motorhome, campervan or van all-year round, and the only stipulation you’ll have to meet is that your vehicle has passed its MOT and is fully road legal.
What is the difference between a CL site and a CS site?
Some sites allow tents to be pitched next to a caravan or motorhome but check before booking. Certified Locations (CL – Caravan and Motorhome Club) and Certificated Sites (CS – Camping and Caravanning Club) sites are independently owned and can accommodate up to 5 units – caravans, motorhomes, or tents.
Do you need planning permission for a CL?
CL quick facts A CL does not require a site licence or planning permission but to take members they will need a current certificate from the Club, these run annually from January to December.
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What facilities are available at it caravan park?
It offers a selection of fully equipped touring caravan and motorhome pitches, which include electric hook-up, and water, sewage and TV connection facilities. Holiday homes are also available for rental. The touring section of the site is adults-only.
Where is Scotland’s best caravan park 2019?
This year’s Regional Winner and pride of Scotland is Aberdeenshire’s Myrus Caravan Park, reclaiming the title it won in 2019. The site has excellent credentials, with a five-star award grading from Scotland’s National Tourist Board.
What does it offer for caravan hire?
It offers a selection of fully equipped touring caravan and motorhome pitches, which include electric hook-up, and water, sewage and TV connection facilities. Holiday homes are also available for rental.