Moving a static caravan isn’t like hiring a removal van. Because a static can’t be towed – it has no road-legal running gear – every move requires a specialist low loader, route planning, and in most cases formal abnormal load notifications to the authorities. Get the wrong company and you’re looking at hidden costs, permit delays, or a unit that won’t fit under a bridge mid-journey. Static Caravan Movers handles the full transport process from first enquiry to your unit sitting level on its new pitch, anywhere on mainland UK – starting from £950 for most transport jobs.
What our static caravan transport service covers
Our transport service takes care of everything that moves the unit – we don’t just drive a lorry to your site and hope for the best. Every job includes:
- Route survey and planning to avoid low bridges, weight-restricted roads and lanes too narrow for the load
- ESDAL (Electronic Service Delivery for Abnormal Loads) notification to relevant authorities – required at least two clear working days before departure for loads over 2.9 m wide
- Abnormal load marker boards and lights fitted to the unit
- Escort vehicle arrangement where legally required (loads over approximately 3.5 m wide almost always need one)
- Specialist low-loader collection from your current site and delivery to the destination pitch
- All permit applications, including National Highways consent where loads exceed 5 m in width
- Liaison with both parks or landowners on access requirements and timing
For a full explanation of why statics need this level of organisation, see our guide: Can you tow a static caravan? Why statics need specialist transport.
How the move works, step by step
- Free quote – tell us the make, model, year, dimensions and both addresses. We assess access at both sites and confirm a price. A 50% deposit reserves your date.
- Permit & route planning – we file ESDAL notifications and arrange any escorts needed. Two clear working days are required before the move, so we sort this well in advance.
- Pre-move preparation – you arrange certified disconnection of gas, water and electricity (more on this below). Skirting and decking removal is also organised beforehand.
- Collection day – our crew de-sites the unit (jacking, lifting from stands or axles), loads it onto the low loader, and secures it for transport. The balance is due when the unit is loaded.
- Transport – the low loader follows the pre-planned route with escorts where required. You receive an estimated arrival window.
- Delivery & siting – we position, level and settle the unit on its new pitch, and make it watertight. Twin-unit homes are moved as two separate halves and rejoined and resealed on site.
Want a fuller picture? Read How to move a static caravan: step-by-step UK guide or How long does it take to move a static caravan?
What you need to arrange yourself
There are a couple of things we cannot do, and being clear about them upfront prevents expensive surprises on move day.
Gas, water and electrical disconnection – and reconnection
Certified disconnection and reconnection of all utilities must be carried out by a suitably qualified professional – a Gas Safe-registered engineer for gas, a qualified electrician for mains electrics, and a plumber for the water supply. This is a legal requirement, not a preference. Many parks insist that only their own approved contractors may disconnect – check with your current park before booking anyone. You are responsible for arranging and paying for these works. Static Caravan Movers is not involved in utility connections and carries no liability for them. Our Caravan Disconnect & Reconnect page explains the process and can point you toward what to ask for.
Skirting and decking
Skirting panels and any decking structure must be removed before the unit can be lifted. This is usually arranged and paid for by the customer – either through the park or a local trades person. If you’d like us to price skirting removal as part of the job, we can, but it adds time and cost and isn’t always the quickest route.
Transport costs: what to budget
Static caravan transport starts from £950 for most moves. The final figure depends on several factors:
| Factor | Why it affects price |
|---|---|
| Unit width | Over 2.9 m triggers ESDAL notifications; over 3.5 m usually requires a paid escort vehicle; over 5 m may need National Highways consent |
| Unit length | Longer units need more secure loading and may require specific trailer configurations |
| Distance | Longer hauls increase fuel, driver time and escort mileage |
| Site access | Tight lanes, sharp bends or low entrance barriers may require additional planning or equipment |
| Twin-unit homes | Moved as two halves – effectively two transport jobs, plus rejoining and resealing on site |
| De-siting & re-siting | Lift, level and siting work is priced separately – typically £300–£1,200 for standard units; £4,000–£5,000 for larger, twin-unit or specialist homes |
For a detailed breakdown, see How much does it cost to move a static caravan? UK price guide 2026.
Nationwide cover from a South-East base
Static Caravan Movers is based in Rye, East Sussex, and has operated for over 20 years. Long-distance moves – Scotland, Wales, the far North of England – are handled through our established national network of transport and siting teams, so a move from Cornwall to Cumbria is a routine job, not a one-off premium. See our Areas We Cover page for full details, or read about long-distance static caravan transport across the UK.
Frequently asked questions
Can a static caravan be towed on a normal trailer?
No. Static caravans have no road-legal towing gear. They must be craned or jacked onto a specialist low-loader lorry and secured for transport as an abnormal load. Attempting to tow one would be illegal and unsafe. See Can you tow a static caravan? for the full explanation.
How much notice do I need to give for a move?
ESDAL requires a minimum of two clear working days’ notice before a wide-load movement. In practice, we ask for as much notice as possible – ideally two to four weeks – to allow route planning, permit applications and coordination with both sites. Busy periods (spring and summer) fill up faster, so early booking is advisable.
Do I need an escort vehicle?
It depends on the width of your unit. Loads over approximately 3.5 m wide almost always require at least one escort vehicle. We assess this as part of the quotation process and arrange escorts where the law or route conditions require them – you don’t need to organise this yourself. Full details at Do you need an escort vehicle to move a static caravan?
What if the lorry can’t get onto my park?
Access is one of the most common concerns – and rightly so. We assess access at both the collection and delivery sites before confirming a price. If a standard low loader can’t reach the pitch, we look at alternatives such as a shorter vehicle configuration or a crane-assisted lift. In rare cases where access is genuinely impossible, we’ll tell you before you commit.
Can you move a twin-unit home in one go?
Twin-unit park homes and lodges are always moved as two separate halves – this is the only safe and legal way. Each half is transported in a separate load, then the two sections are rejoined, resealed and made watertight on the new pitch. Read more in Moving a twin-unit static caravan: how it works.
Who disconnects the gas and electricity before the move?
You do – or rather, a qualified tradesperson you appoint. Gas must be disconnected by a Gas Safe-registered engineer; electrics by a qualified electrician. Some parks require their own approved contractors to do this work, so check first. We do not handle utility disconnection or reconnection and carry no liability for these works.
Is transport insurance included?
Our transport work is carried out with appropriate haulage and liability cover in place. For specifics on how your unit is covered during transit – and what your own insurance policy should include – see Static caravan transport insurance: what to know.