Vantastival 2025 music festival in Drogheda

A bench warrant has been issued for the arrest of a couple illegally parking a caravan on a public road in Limerick city centre. Victoria Faulkner and Calvin Moran have repeatedly refused to comply with a council enforcement notice to move the vehicle. The man had previously received a suspended sentence for a similar offence in October 2025.

The Electric Picnic festival is offering grants for artists to create interactive installations using caravans for its Trailer Park area. Up to 30 grants, ranging from €500 to €4000, are available to cover material costs. Proposals must emphasize interactivity and safety, with a deadline of April 10th.

Authorities in a tourist region are considering a permanent ban on parking and overnight stays for caravans and motorhomes. The crackdown aims to address overcrowding and sanitation issues. A decision could be made in the near future.

A designated campervan parking site in County Tipperary, Ireland, is boosting local business income. The Suir Island Aire facility in Clonmel, opened in recent years, accommodates 18 campervans and provides fresh water and waste disposal. A county-wide feasibility study is underway to expand such facilities, as visitors are reportedly spending significant amounts in the town.

Volkswagen has introduced a stripped-out Multivan Camper variant as a base vehicle for campervan conversions. It features a pop-up roof but lacks rear seats and floor covering. The price starts at £43,900 before VAT, undercutting the factory-built California.

Donegal County Council has outlined its tourism priorities for 2026, focusing on leveraging the upcoming TBEX conference and its Lonely Planet recognition. The council's budget allocates continued support for the camping and campervan sector, including facility upgrades and signage, and designates nearly €50,000 for festival funding. It also commits €50,000 to support regional airports and plans targeted digital marketing to promote the county.