Over the past few weeks, global events have started to hit much closer to home — As a holiday park home or caravan owner, this affects you too!
The ongoing conflict involving Iran has already disrupted a major portion of the world’s oil and gas supply, with key shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz affected. As a result, oil prices have surged by over 40% since the conflict began, with gas prices across Europe rising significantly as well.
For context, around 20% of the world’s oil passes through this region — so when it’s disrupted, the impact is immediate and global.
What does this actually mean for you?
Firstly, rising energy costs are almost certain to feed directly into holiday park running costs. This includes electricity, gas, transport, and maintenance — all of which parks rely on heavily. In many cases, these increases are already being passed on through higher pitch fees, utility charges, and general site costs.
Secondly, there’s a wider knock-on effect. Higher fuel and energy prices are driving inflation across Europe, increasing the cost of living and reducing discretionary spending. That can affect demand, resale values, and the overall market for holiday homes — particularly in parks where supply already outweighs demand.
Thirdly, and this is often overlooked, periods like this tend to expose weaknesses in ownership models. When costs rise quickly, many owners begin to question the long-term value of what they’ve purchased — especially if expectations around affordability, usage, or resale were not fully explained at the outset.
This is why we’re seeing more owners come forward now than at any point in recent years — not because the problems are new, but because the financial pressure is making them impossible to ignore.
If you’re starting to feel the impact of rising costs, or simply want clarity on your position, it may be worth reviewing your ownership sooner rather than later. Understanding your options now can put you in a far stronger position before further increases take effect.
If you’d like us to take a look at your circumstances, just fill out the short form above or or call 0800 102 6788 to speak to our team directly.
No pressure — just straightforward guidance so you can make an informed decision.