Frequently Asked Questions about buying a Static Caravan in Brean | West Country Parks
January 30, 2020
If you are looking at Static Caravans for sale in Brean then you probably have a few questions
Here are the ones we get asked the most often;
1) Where is Brean?
The holiday resort of Brean can be found in Somerset just over the Severn estuary from Wales.
2) What Does a Static Caravan Cost?
The cost of a static caravan varies depending on a number of factors:
- Age
- Condition
- Make
- Model
- Size
We have a wide range of Statics Caravans available close to Brean, so you can get a good idea of the prices by browsing our stock.
3) Where can I buy my static caravan in Brean?
Here is a list of the Statics we have available close to Brean. Take a look and let us know if any take your interest.
4) Once I’ve purchased my holiday caravan in Brean are there any additional costs?
Having bought your static caravan you will also be responsible for pitch fees, gas and electric. Pitch fees at our two holiday parks near Brean are:
- Rose Farm Holiday Park: £3,120
- Riverside Holiday Village, from £3,600
The parks pitch fees cover the 11 months of the year that the parks are open. If you have any questions about the pitch fees
don't hesitate to contact us.
5) How long are the Holiday parks near Brean open for?
Rose Farm
is open for 11 months of the year. The shut-down period is from 10th January – 10th February.
Riverside Holiday Village
is open for 11 months of the year with a shut-down period between 9th January – 11th February.
6) Can I live in my static caravan in Brean?
No. None of our holiday homes are registered as residential properties, they are holiday homes.
7) Can I sell my static caravan?
Yes. The process for private sales will be stated in your licence agreement. We can help you with the sale of your caravan if you need it.
8) Do I need to insure my static caravan?
Yes. It is important to have public liability insurance, and this will be integrated into your plans by all decent static caravan insurers.
9) What's it like at 'Brean Sands'?
'Brean Sands' is a 7 mile stretch of beach on the eastern side of the Severn Estuary. At the end of the beach, you will find Brean Down, a rugged, grassy outcrop that runs into the estuary. It has a fort that was built to defend against invading ships. Keep an eye out for Peregrin Falcons, Brean down is a sanctuary, making it a fantastic place for Birdwatchers.
10) Does a static caravan require maintenance?
Static caravans are built to a high standard, and the majority will not need much maintenance. A lot of producers still offer extended warranties for additional peace of mind. Ensure you have the manual for the respective manufacturer and model which should advise on maintenance and care routines.
11) Do I need a TV license for my static caravan?
So long as you have a TV licence at your residential property you don't need to have another one licenced in your holiday home in Brean.
12) Where to eat in Brean?
We have on-site clubhouses at both Rose Farm and Riverside Holiday Village and we would recommend eating at either of these during your stay.
If you wanted to go somewhere while you are out and about there are plenty of fantastic eateries to choose from around Brean, here is a great list.
13) When does Brean market start?
Brean market starts from April and runs up until October.
14) What day is Brean market on?
The market is on Saturday and Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m Including Good Friday and all Bank Holiday Mondays.
15) How far is Brean from Weston-super-Mare?
The distance between Weston-super-Mare and Brean Sands is 4 miles. The distance by road is 9.3 miles.
This makes Brean a perfect location for your holiday base.
16) How far is Brean from Burnham-on-Sea?
The distance between Burnham-on-Sea and Brean Sands is 3 miles.
The distance by road is 4.4 miles and takes 12 minutes to get there on average.
17) What are some of the advantages of owning a static caravan?
Firstly, a big advantage of ownership is the independence it brings; a 'home from home' and Brean is a perfect place to enjoy your free time. Static caravans give you freedom. When you own your caravan you can come and go whenever you like, be it a couple of days away with friends or with your family for the whole holiday season.
It won't take hours to travel around the internet to book a flight, or hotel, queuing at busy airports to get onto the aircraft. You can escape to your caravan anytime you like and enjoy the large, far-reaching, sandy beach which Brean has to offer.
You can reduce the cost of your holidays with Static Caravan ownership.
If you live in the UK you won't have to worry about any currency exchanges.
Having a fully-equipped kitchen and up to date appliances means you can shop and cater for yourself if you like. This can save you money if you're holidaying on a budget!
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This April, we completed our first Million Mile Clean, collecting 11 sacks of litter over 2 miles. And this September, we're doing it all over again, but this time, we're adding in an extra mile! Providing a clean and attractive destination for our visitors to enjoy not only benefits our business, it also positively impacts our local community and the wider environment. Which is why we have committed to join Surfers Against Sewage Million Mile Clean for the second time. Now the biggest initiative of its kind in the UK, the Million Mile Clean is an annual event, mobilising 1,000,000 million volunteers to clean over 10,000,000 miles of UK landscape between 2021 - 2030. It’s reported that more than 2 million pieces of litter are dropped in the UK every day at a cost of £1 billion to the taxpayer. So, we are asking visitors and the local community to get pro-active and join us at Riverside Holiday Village near Weston-super-Mare on Thursday 11th September from 10.00am - 1.00pm for an organised 3 mile ‘litter pick’ along Bridgwater Road (Uphill Beach - Hospital Roundabout - Hobbs Boat Inn). ‘Clean Kits’ will be provided; we’re just asking for 3 hours of your time to help clean up this public space.