N Doe Caravans Blog

Welcome to our static caravan blog. Read our posts for helpful resources, guides and advice on buying new and used static caravans, being energy efficient and choosing the best model for your domestic or commercial needs.

How To Keep A Caravan Cool In Summer

hand raised to the summer sun

Living in a caravan year round means you experience all the seasons the UK has to offer, each bringing their pros and cons to caravan life. In winter you may need to make preparations to stay warm in your caravan, and in summer, you’ll want to keep your caravan cool as it gets hotter. As…

Guide To Living In A Caravan Full Time

static caravan residential park

In the UK you can live in a static caravan permanently on your own private land (subject to planning permission) or in a residential park. It’s an appealing option for most people looking for an affordable, year round address, with the comfort and security of full time accommodation but without the spiralling costs of a…

How To Make Your Static Caravan More Environmentally Friendly

SR136 COSALT MONACO

Trying to live more sustainably is a focus we’re all taking more seriously, and it counts both at home and on holiday. When it comes to static caravans, there are a number of ways you can take the environment into consideration and lower your carbon footprint, whether you live in your static year round, use…

How To Sell A Static Caravan Guide

selling static caravans privately in a showground

After you’ve owned a static caravan for several years you’re likely to reach a point where you ask ‘how do I sell my static caravan?’, as you look to reinvest in a newer model or simply don’t require it anymore. This is a good question as there are several ways to sell a caravan which…

5 Common Pitfalls To Avoid When Buying A Static Caravan

Buying a static caravan can be exciting and the result of months or even years of consideration and research. Picking the right model for you, your family or your business is a big decision as units can last 20 years or more. As a result, it’s important that you avoid the common mistakes or pitfalls…

Do You Need A TV Licence For Your Static Caravan?

couple holding tv remote

A common question that arises for many new static caravanners and owners whose static is a second home or holiday home is ‘do I need a TV licence for my static caravan?’. To help you better understand the rules and regulations surrounding TVs in caravans we’ve put together the following helpful guide. All of the…

How To Keep Your Static Caravan Warm In Winter

woman walking in winter snow

Modern static caravans are built for comfort and even luxury, but each year when winter comes around it’s always a worry that either the caravan will get too cold and cause maintenance issues – frozen pipes, mould from condensation etc – or that it will get too cold for you, the owner, resident or guest…

What To Do When You’ve Found The Perfect Static Caravan

Finding a static caravan that fits your requirements is a great feeling. There are so many reasons that people choose to buy a static caravan, for some it can be a cheaper alternative to purchasing a house, for others a static caravan could be just a holiday home. Often a static caravan is a useful…

Reasons to Buy A Used Static Caravan For Your UK Holidays

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Static caravans have long been a staple of the British holiday or ‘staycation’ and are great for families and couples looking for a break in the UK. Buying a static caravan as a holiday home is a big investment, from which brand to buy to where to site it, and can be as confusing as…