The world of caravanning and static caravans brings with it terminology that not all new caravan owners may be aware of – to simplify this we have put together a glossary to clarify all the significant terminology related to static caravans and to static caravan parks.
Many static caravan owners use decking for both pleasure and practical use. Decking can offer better access, can help to insulate as well as providing a level seating area for tables and chairs
This describes the process of removing water from the pipes of the caravan to prevent frost damage during the cold weather. A drain down usually takes place at the end of the season before the owners vacate for the winter. Many static caravans do not have central heating which makes the process simpler however, in any case even with caravans which are centrally heated, anti-freeze can prevent the central heating pipes from freezing over.
A lodge is a larger type of static caravan – it is typically the most luxurious in the park and is usually larger than the other static caravans.
Aptly named the static caravan, this type of caravan is designed to only be transported once and not towed around the country – but rather destined to stay in one place for a sustained period of time. Static caravans are sometimes described as a holiday home.
This describes the process of allowing other people to use a holiday home in return for a fee. Many parks do not allow subletting – it is important to check with the park owners if you are considering subletting a static caravan.
This is a metal frame on which the caravan is constructed, they are usually made from steel, although some of them are galvanised – this means that the steel is coated with zinc to prevent against any forms of rust, something which prolongs the life of the static caravan considerably.
This is a trailer style of caravan that is designed to be towed by a vehicle, this type of caravan can be moved around the country to caravan parks designed to accommodate touring caravans.
This type of account is held directly with the holiday park management. Any items or services used to any one particular account, this may include items such as gas cylinders or any repairs etc. or if the park has its own shop, it may be possible to bill to an account.
This is typically a one-off fee payment charged by the park that covers the connection fees to a new pitch including gas, electricity, water etc.
The facilities at a static caravan park describe any amenities, entertainment or equipment provided to serve a particular purpose or available for use by the residents. This may include a swimming pool, or tennis courts etc.
Many park operators will insist on taking out insurance for additional protection for the static caravan and its occupants.
This is a small area of land allocated for the static caravan, it is typically made up of an area of park land and is usually sown to grass, although some pitches may have paving or concrete.
This is the amount of time the park is open during any given year – most parks do not stay open all year around.
This fee generally covers the piece of land upon which the caravan is kept and access to any facilities. The site fees will depend on a number of variables such as the location of the park itself and the facilities it has to offer – for example, a park with a heated swimming pool or other facilities will invariably charge more than one without. The site fees or pitch fees are usually a legally binding agreement document which needs to be signed.
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