A lot of the time Static Trader deals with static caravan owners all over the UK. With the number of enquiries, we get from people selling their caravans we cannot go and view them all. For this reason, we regularly buy static caravans based on the information provided and photographs we request of the static caravans. Physically seeing the caravans is the best solution for us but if done correctly a picture is worth a thousand words’, which means good pictures are just as good during the buying process.   Providing Static Trader with a selection of well shot and clear images that rep ..read more

Are you selling your static caravan?  Thankfully, it is easier to do so now than ever before. In the past, holiday park owners have had a say in whom static caravan owners on their parks can sell or give their caravans to, and some have made it difficult for static caravan owners to sell their caravan for its real value. In 2013, the UK government brought in the Mobile Homes Act to give static caravan owners on holiday parks more protection.  This law offers caravan owners extra rights should they wish to sell their static caravan. The changes from this new Act came into effect on ..read more

Willerby Holiday Homes, a leading UK static caravan manufacturer, has recently stated that caravan holidays in the UK are a safe, secure and sure bet. They believe that UK staycation static caravan holidays are now the holiday of choice. Amid the current international travel chaos, Willerby CEO Peter Munk has recently discussed the increasing popularity of staycation and why it will continue to thrive well into the future. In a recent statement published on the Willbery official website Peter Munk was quoted as saying: "We’ve all seen the images in the media of frustrated, w ..read more

If you’re selling your caravan to a caravan dealer like Static Trader, or privately, you will need to arrange for your static caravan to be disconnected and removed from your allocated pitch before it can be collected by the buyer. See our blog entry on the stages you need to take once you have agreed to sell your static caravan – 5 Easy Steps to Sell Your Caravan The disconnection process of the static caravan involves the disconnection of the supply of services to your caravan, i.e., gas, electric, water and sewerage. Static caravan disconnection cost This disconnection and removal of a ..read more

We have had a great summer here in the UK this year, but all good things must come to an end. Soon the days will start to get shorter, and the leaves will fall from the trees, reminding us that colder, wetter days are on the way. Please excuse the cliché here but I can’t resist consider this phrase is relevant but “Winter is Coming”. If you are a static caravan owner, making the necessary preparation now to protect your caravan, will help to reduce the risk of damage in the harsh winter weather. Unused static caravans may be vulnerable to damage caused by the cold such as escape of water a ..read more

So, you know the benefits of owning a static caravan as you have already made the leap to own one. As an investment, a static caravan is one of the most popular choices for a holiday home providing you with a regular holiday base or as a source of income as a rental. Maybe you have you own land and use your caravan as an alternative form of temporary housing for your guest or yourself when required. But everything in time starts to age including your static caravan. Maybe your caravan is showing signs of age or you’re bored of how your caravan looks. Static caravan manufacturers haven’t mis ..read more

All of us want to escape our daily lives and go travelling abroad to have some well-deserved relaxation time. Going on holiday is an excellent way to deal with the everyday stress we experience all year round. However, a holiday abroad can work out very expensive and can burn a hole in the pocket of people who wish to get away alot. Not to mention the recent traveller chaos caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and the understaffing of airports. These problems have made travelling difficult, if not impossible, over the last few years and has resulted in a lot of people exploring new ways to exper ..read more

Owning a static caravan in the UK allows you to be able to take well-earned breaks whenever you get some free time. One of the main benefits of owning a static caravan holiday home is that it is relevantly easy to maintain.   A static caravan is a home away from home; something that should be treasured just as much as the memories that are made within its confines. That means looking after your caravan by keeping it in pristine conditions. After all, you wouldn’t want to live in a poorly maintained home for the rest of the year, so why should your holiday home be any different? Below a ..read more

If you need to sell your caravan fast, Static Trader can help. We buy any static caravan, regardless of its age, condition, or location. Our team will provide you with a free, no obligation valuation. You can then decide whether to accept our offer or not for your static caravan. Whether you want to sell your caravan because you’re moving or you simply want to get rid of it, selling your static caravan for cash is a great option. If you get in touch with us, you’ll receive an instant quote for your caravan within minutes of submitting your details. If you decide to go ahead with our offer f ..read more

Are you considering buying a holiday home, lodge or static caravan? If so, you’ll probably have one-thousand-and-one questions. One of the main questions we get here at Static Trader is “do I have to pay council tax on a static caravan.” For this reason, we thought we would write a blog post to help clear up this issue. The answer to this question is… it depends! Now I bet your thinking “depends on what”. To this we would say it depends on how you intend on using your static caravan. Below we will try and clear up the different caravan usages and whether you will have to pay council tax for ..read more