Three separate caravan park proposals have been submitted across the UK, each drawing public scrutiny.
Whitbarrow project (Westmorland and Furness)
H W Land Holdings has submitted a fresh application to convert 10 hectares of agricultural land east of Whitbarrow Farm (near Penrith) into a 100-static-caravan park. A previous plan was withdrawn in August 2025 after objections over traffic and narrow roads. The new application features a "very different layout" with caravans grouped along contours, landscaping to reduce visual impact, and access via an existing entrance with "excellent visibility." A transport assessment forecasts 254–290 vehicle movements per day and a 2% traffic increase on the A66. Public consultation runs until 18 July.
Combe Haven expansion (Hastings)
Hastings Council has refused an application by Haven Leisure Ltd to install 15 new static caravans at Combe Haven Holiday Park in St Leonards. The plan would have built on a greenfield site formerly used as a golf course, drawing 89 objections from residents and environmentalists over noise, wildlife impact, and flood risk due to proximity to Filsham Reedbed and the Combe Haven Site of Special Scientific Interest. A similar application was refused in 2017.
Single caravan at Harewood Park (Andover)
Wyldecrest Parks Management has applied to Test Valley Borough Council for a lawful development certificate to add one extra caravan at Harewood Park. Local residents raised concerns about parking overload, infrastructure strain, and potential change of land use. The applicant argues the site is already a caravan park and that adding one unit would not materially alter its use.
