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Static caravans. To buy or not to buy?

(29 Posts)
Eloethan Tue 09-Jun-20 23:31:58

I think the idea is quite appealing but I wonder if the reality might be a bit disappointing.

For one thing, if you have invested quite a bit of money in a static caravan you might feel you should use it rather than have a holiday somewhere else. I think I might get a bit bored going to the same place all the time.

Then there are site and storage fees and, presumably, a certain amount of maintenance is needed. I have read of some unscrupulous site owners putting up fees quite substantially.

I can see the attraction of a tourer if you are a confident enough driver to tow a caravan.

Crazygran Tue 09-Jun-20 12:34:12

Thank you.

annep1 Tue 09-Jun-20 08:28:49

Crazygran if you search Static caravan there have been a few threads on this topic.
We have one on a lovely site but I think a large tourer could be a better option as you can move site and also it will hold its value. If you buy a static it might be an idea to buy a good used one and upgrade if you want to after a few years if you decide you like where you are.

Crazygran Tue 09-Jun-20 07:29:24

Hi, my partner and I are thinking about buying a static caravan .
Any advice on the pros and cons would be appreciated .