Can you park a campervan anywhere in Northern Ireland?

As with England and Wales, you can only motorhome wild camp in Northern Ireland if you’ve asked permission from the landowner to park overnight. Similarly, you can’t/shouldn’t linger in your camping spot the next morning – the wild camping principle is to arrive early and leave late.

How long can you stay on a touring caravan site?

Legally you cannot live in a caravan for 12 months, as most caravan parks only allow between six and 11 months, intended for holiday use only.

Why do caravan parks close in winter?

Generally, this is because the park is so quiet that there is no reason to remain open, paying customer care staff, etc. However many parks still use this period to carry out larger maintenance jobs and get ready for the new season.

Where can you go camping in Northern Ireland?

There are several forests in Northern Ireland with sites and facilities for camping and touring vehicles….Touring in the Trees camping and caravan sites

  • Ballypatrick Forest.
  • Glenariff Forest Park.
  • Castlewellan Forest Park.
  • Rostrevor Forest.
  • Florence Court Forest Park.
  • Kesh Forest.
  • Springwell Forest.
  • Parkanaur Forest Park.

Can I sleep in a layby in a caravan?

For example, if a landowner has granted you the authority to park in their layby, then it is legal for you to sleep overnight in your campervan.

Can you stop anywhere with a caravan?

Most roads and land (including beaches) are private property and you don’t have the right to just park up whatever you like without permission from the landowner. The parking of camper vans or cars on roads and laybys is subject to the road traffic legislation and regulations.

Is buying a static caravan a good idea?

Static caravans are a significant financial investment, both initially, and the ongoing maintenance. However, if you are comparing the costs of taking many holidays throughout the year, renting a holiday cottage or even a caravan, it will likely make good financial sense actually to buy your own caravan.

Can you live on a caravan site permanently?

Can you live in a holiday home on a park all year/permanently? No, you can’t live on a holiday park permanently. You must have a main address as your permanent residence, which your holiday home cannot be. Strictly speaking, your holiday home should be for recreational and holiday purposes.