Understanding the rules about selling my caravan or lodge is essential before you place your unit on the market. Whether you plan to sell on the pitch or remove it from the park, knowing your rights and responsibilities will help you avoid delays, disputes and unexpected costs.
This guide explains how caravan and lodge sales typically work on UK holiday parks, what parks are allowed to require, and how to prepare for a smooth sale.
Rules About Selling My Caravan or Lodge: The Basics
Most holiday parks operate under a licence agreement or written terms that govern how caravans and lodges can be sold. These rules are designed to ensure that:
Units meet safety and condition standards
Age limits are properly applied
Buyers understand park rules and annual costs
The park community remains compliant and well-managed
Before marketing your caravan or lodge, always review your licence agreement carefully, as it sets out the specific rules that apply to your park.
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Selling Your Caravan or Lodge on Its Pitch
Selling on the existing pitch is often the most valuable option, as buyers usually prefer a unit that is already sited and ready to use.
Most parks allow on-pitch sales, provided certain conditions are met, including:
All pitch fees and charges are fully paid
The caravan or lodge meets park age and safety rules
The buyer agrees to follow park regulations
A safety or condition inspection is completed
Any required documentation is supplied
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Can the Park Control the Sale?
Parks are allowed to apply reasonable controls to on-pitch sales. These controls usually fall into one of two categories:
Park-Managed Sales
Some parks require sales to be handled by their own sales team. This ensures buyers receive accurate information about fees, licence periods and park rules.
✳️ Private Sales With Approval
Other parks allow owners to sell privately but require the park to approve the buyer. Approval processes are typically used to:
Confirm buyers understand ongoing costs
Ensure compliance with park licence terms
Maintain community standards
Any approval process must be applied fairly and consistently.
Rules About Selling My Caravan or Lodge Off-Site
You usually have the right to remove your caravan or lodge from the park and sell it elsewhere. Parks typically require:
Written notice before removal
Approved contractors for disconnection and transport
Safe removal of services
Repair of any pitch damage
Selling off-site may result in a lower price, but it gives you full control over the sale.
Commission and Sale Fees Explained
When a caravan or lodge is sold on-pitch, most parks charge a commission. This is commonly around 15%, but the exact figure must be clearly stated in your agreement.
Commission fees should always be transparent and documented, so check your paperwork before proceeding.
Age Limits and Sale Restrictions
Many parks apply age limits to caravans and lodges that remain on site. If your unit has reached or is approaching this limit, the park may require:
Removal from the pitch
Sale for off-site use only
Replacement with a newer unit
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Preparing Your Caravan or Lodge for Sale
To maximise your sale price and avoid delays, make sure you:
Update gas, electric and safety checks
Clear all outstanding fees
Provide manuals and service records
Present the unit clean and well-maintained
Ensure decking, steps and additions meet park rules
Good preparation increases buyer confidence and helps sales progress smoothly.
FAQs: Rules About Selling My Caravan or Lodge
Can I sell my caravan or lodge myself? Often yes, but you may need park approval depending on your agreement.
Does the buyer automatically keep the pitch?
No. Pitch transfer usually requires park approval.
Can the park refuse a buyer?
Yes, but refusal must be reasonable and based on written criteria.
Do I have to pay commission?
If stated in your agreement and selling on-pitch, commission usually applies.
Can I remove the caravan and sell it privately?
In most cases, yes – subject to park removal procedures.
