There is no law that prevents you from making a motorhome your primary residence. The same is true of caravans and campervans. The only legal stipulation is that it must be roadworthy, hold a current MOT certificate and be taxed and insured. Plus, you must only pitch up in permitted places.
In other words you cant just park up anywhere in a campervan? If your thinking of going off-grid with your camper? And, parking somewhere off the beaten track – and not in a caravan or motorhome park. Then you need to be careful whose land you end up on.
Campervan parking laws in the UK
Think about where are you going to park when you’re not exploring the great wide yonder? You can’t just live in the nearest layby and there are a series of restrictions which you need to be aware of.
Land in Great Britain is typically owned by [...]
How much does a camper van conversion cost UK? Well, when pricing a campervan conversion cost, it really does depend on how you approach it. You can literally turn a van into a campervan by upgrading a regular van to add features like a toilet and shower. And, adding storage, seating, and sleeping areas to make it a home away from home.
On this basis, the average cost of a van conversion ranges from £500-£40,000. A DIY expert could probably convert a van for £500. We’re talking a basic build here, where you do everything, yourself using recycled/second-hand materials.
On the other hand, a fully professional conversion to a luxury van is [...]
