Touring or static?
Touring caravans are built to be towed and can usually be moved by a driver with a suitable tow vehicle. Static caravans and lodges are much larger and are moved on a flatbed, lowloader or specialist vehicle, often with lifting equipment. Choose the right service when you book.
Know the size and weight
Find the length, width and weight of your caravan. For tourers, the weight and hitch type matter for towing. For statics, width is especially important, as very wide units may need permits or escorts on the road. Your caravan's handbook or the manufacturer's plate usually has these details.
Check a touring caravan is roadworthy
For towing, the caravan's tyres, brakes, lights and hitch need to be safe. If it's been in storage for a long time, check the tyres for cracks and pressure, and make sure the brakes aren't seized. If you're unsure, say so in the job and describe any known problems.
Prepare the inside
Remove or secure loose items, close all windows, roof lights and vents, and lock cupboards. Turn off and disconnect gas bottles. For statics, the park usually arranges disconnecting services, removing skirting and preparing the unit, so check this with them.
Plan access at both sites
Access is often the hardest part of a caravan move. Tell drivers about:
- Gate widths and turning space
- Slopes, soft ground or grass
- Overhead cables and trees
- Park rules, permitted move times and a site contact
Wide and abnormal loads
Large static caravans may be wider than standard road limits. These moves can need extra planning, permits or escorts. Contact us first so we can check what's possible before you post the job.
Book the move
Post your caravan move with the full details and photos. Approved drivers with suitable vehicles can send quotes through a Bid Job, or you can set your own price with a Fixed Price Job. Once a driver accepts, you can follow the move live.
Timing your move
Many holiday parks have set times or seasons for moving caravans in and out. Check these first, as they may decide your date. For touring caravans, consider the weather, as high winds can make towing unsafe. Allow time for preparing the caravan at both ends.
Buying a caravan privately
If you're buying, check the caravan's condition, paperwork and that the seller has the right to sell it. Agree who will prepare it for collection, and add the seller's contact details to the job.
After delivery
When the caravan arrives, check it over with the driver before they leave. For static caravans, the park usually arranges reconnecting services and levelling. For touring caravans, check the tyres, brakes and lights before you next tow it yourself.
Insurance and paperwork
Check your own caravan insurance before the move, and keep any paperwork, such as purchase documents or park agreements, with you. For static caravans, the park may need confirmation of the move date and the vehicle coming onto site. Having this ready avoids delays at the gate.
Common mistakes to avoid
The most common problems are underestimating the size or weight, not checking gate widths and overhead cables, and booking a date the park doesn't allow. With touring caravans, flat or perished tyres and seized brakes after storage often cause delays. For static caravans, not confirming who is preparing the unit can hold up the move. Checking these points early saves time on the day.
Questions to ask the park or site
Before you book, ask the park or site:
- When are caravans allowed to be moved in or out?
- Who disconnects services and removes skirting?
- Is there a site contact for the day?
- Are there any vehicle size limits on site roads?
In summary
Know your caravan's size and weight, check it's ready to move, plan access at both sites and follow park rules. Post your job with full details and photos, and approved drivers with suitable vehicles can quote.