New plan for Whitbarrow
H W Land Holdings has submitted a new application to Westmorland and Furness Council to convert 10 hectares of agricultural land near Whitbarrow Farm (close to Penrith) into a 100-static-caravan park. The previous project, submitted in 2025, was withdrawn after local residents complained about traffic and congestion on narrow roads. The new application features a revised layout: caravans are grouped along the contours of the site, with added planting to reduce visual impact, and access is via an existing entrance with 'excellent visibility'. A transport assessment predicts 254–290 trips per day and a 2% increase in traffic on the A66. Public consultation runs until 18 July.
Expansion rejected in 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 developed a green space previously used as a golf course, drawing 89 objections from residents and environmentalists. Concerns included noise, impact on wildlife, and flood risk, given the proximity to Filsham Reedbed nature reserve and the Combe Haven Site of Special Scientific Interest. A similar application was rejected in 2017 after public protest.
Single caravan dispute in Andover
Wyldecrest Parks Management has applied to Test Valley Borough Council for a lawful development certificate to place one additional caravan at Harewood Park in Andover. Local residents have raised concerns about parking capacity, infrastructure, and access, as well as a potential change in the character of land use. The applicant argues that the site is already part of a caravan park and that adding one caravan would not materially alter its use.
