4 ways to find long-term campervan storage: a UK owner's guide

Long-term campervan storage in the UK typically comes down to four options: your own driveway, a dedicated caravan storage facility, a seasonal pitch on a campsite, or a peer-to-peer storage platform such as Stashbee. Each suits a different situation. Home storage is free but needs space and planning permission for some vehicles. Dedicated facilities cost roughly £35–£90 per month outdoors (more for indoor bays) and the best-rated ones carry CaSSOA accreditation. Seasonal pitches work well if you use your van regularly in summer. Peer-to-peer platforms are the most flexible, with no long-term contract. This guide covers each option, including what to check before you commit.

Owning a campervan, motorhome or caravan is, in our humble opinion, the best way to travel and explore the country. That said, finding safe and affordable long-term storage for your caravan can be challenging. If you don't have your own secure campervan storage space, you might not be able to buy your ideal vehicle. It may also stop you from making a passive income by renting out your campervan, which is why we've partnered with Stashbee to provide convenient campervan, motorhome and caravan storage options near you.

In this guide, we explore four options for affordable long-term caravan storage near you.

1. Home storage for campervans

The most affordable option for long-term campervan storage is storing your vehicle at home. If you have a large driveway or backyard, you can use that space to keep your caravan safe and secure. This option is particularly attractive because it's free and allows you to keep an eye on your vehicle at all times.

Storing a campervan at home does come with some drawbacks. Firstly, you'll need to have enough driveway space, which is often not the case for those in apartments or smaller homes. Storing your caravan at home may also mean you no longer have space for your car.

Before leaving a van on the driveway long-term, it's worth checking a few practical things. Some local councils have planning conditions that restrict parking a large vehicle on residential land for extended periods, so it is worth a quick call to your planning department if you are unsure. A good-quality hitch lock, wheel clamp and caravan alarm will significantly reduce theft risk. You should also check with your vehicle insurer, since many policies require the van to be stored in a specific way to remain fully covered when it is not in use.

Despite this, home storage is a great option to save money on storage fees. If you're considering this option, be sure to secure your caravan and protect it from the elements.

If this isn't an option for you, Stashbee has an exclusive caravan storage offer for Camplify customers. Claim £20 free credit for parking and storage here.

2. Dedicated storage facilities for campervans

If you're unable to store your campervan at home, a campervan storage facility is a great option. Storage facilities are secure locations designed specifically for storing vehicles, including caravans. They are available year-round with security features like CCTV cameras and gated access.

Storage facilities usually come with a high level of security and protection from the weather. You can choose between indoor or outdoor storage.

However, storage facilities can be more expensive than other options, and are often in inconvenient locations. Many facilities are for storage only, meaning you can't access or use your caravan while it's being stored. Some locations also charge insurance premiums on top of the monthly price.

What to look for in a storage facility

When comparing facilities, the single most useful quality marker is CaSSOA accreditation. CaSSOA (the Caravan Storage Site Owners' Association) is the trade body that independently inspects and rates caravan and motorhome storage yards across the UK. Sites are awarded one of four levels – Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum – based on physical security features including perimeter fencing, gated access, CCTV, alarm systems and (at the top tier) electronic number-plate recognition and external monitoring. Many insurers require a CaSSOA-rated site and may not pay out a theft claim on an unaccredited one, so it is genuinely worth checking. The CaSSOA website has a postcode search to find rated sites near you.

Camplify owners who use dedicated yards often also find it convenient that some storage facilities let you leave your car on-site while your van is out on hire – a practical bonus if you don't have a second car.

Outdoor storage at a dedicated facility typically costs in the region of £35–£90 per month, depending on the size of the vehicle and how far you are from a major city. Indoor storage or covered bays cost more but offer better weather protection. Annual contracts tend to work out cheaper per month than rolling monthly arrangements. For a more detailed breakdown, see our guide to how much it costs to store a motorhome.

When looking for a caravan storage site, consider: the type of storage (indoor, covered or open air), CaSSOA rating, access hours, distance from home, and price. Choose a facility that meets your needs and offers the best value for money.

If you need to find campervan or motorhome storage, Stashbee has an exclusive offer for Camplify customers. Claim £20 free credit for parking and storage here.

3. Seasonal pitching

Seasonal pitching involves renting a pitch at a caravan site or camping ground for a set period of time. This is usually for a few months at a time, often during the warmer months.

Seasonal pitching is a great way to make the most of caravan season. It gives you a fixed location where you have access to water, electricity, waste water disposal and other amenities.

Seasonal pitching is usually quite flexible. You can use it for as long as you want, and then put your caravan back in long term storage afterwards. Also, the locations tend to be close to holiday destinations, and allow 24 hours access.

However, seasonal pitching has some challenges. Because they are popular, they get booked up quickly, especially during peak season. Whilst there are usually other people on-site, security is not as tight as a dedicated storage facility. This means there is some risk of theft or damage to your caravan if it is left unattended.

What to think about before booking a seasonal pitch

Seasonal pitches are best suited to owners who plan to use their van several times a season from the same base, rather than as a pure storage solution. A few things worth checking before you commit:

• Does the site allow unattended storage between visits, or do they require the van to be moved at the end of each stay?

• What are the access hours, and can you arrive out of hours if your hire guests are returning late?

• What security measures are in place – barrier, CCTV, overnight warden?

• Is the pitch price per metre or per unit, and does it include electricity?

When looking for seasonal pitching, research and book well in advance to ensure availability. Consider the location, cost and security features of the pitch before making a decision.

If you need to find caravan storage, Stashbee has an exclusive offer for Camplify customers. Claim £20 free credit for parking and storage here.

4. Long-term rental with Stashbee

Stashbee is a website that allows campervan and caravan owners to securely rent space from vetted people with extra storage space. The best spaces to rent on Stashbee for caravan owners are driveways, parking spots and yards.

Stashbee is very flexible: contracts are monthly and can be cancelled any time with one month's notice. Prices are also very competitive, with thousands of locations all over the country.

You can communicate directly with the owner of the space via Stashbee before you commit. In addition, hosts are ID verified to give you peace of mind that your caravan will be safe and secure.

One rule to bear in mind: living inside the caravan is not allowed when storing with Stashbee. However there are plenty of other options, such as campsites, where this is possible.

Camplify owners commonly use Stashbee alongside dedicated storage yards – some keep their van at a local Stashbee host between hires and move to a dedicated yard for the winter months when they want covered or more secure storage. The peer-to-peer model works particularly well for owners in areas where commercial storage facilities are full or expensive, since Stashbee hosts are spread widely and new spaces come onto the platform regularly.

Long-term rental with Stashbee is an affordable and flexible option for campervan storage, with thousands of places to choose from.

If you need to find Campervan or Motorhome Storage, Stashbee has an exclusive offer for Camplify customers. Claim £20 free credit for parking and storage here.

Preparing your van for long-term storage

Whichever option you choose, a bit of preparation before you leave the van makes a real difference to how it comes back. Camplify owners consistently find that a clean, dry, winterised van returns from storage in much better condition than one left in a hurry.

A short pre-storage checklist:

• Empty all food, water and waste – moisture from leftover water and waste tanks is a leading cause of mould and odour build-up.

• Leave cupboards and drawers slightly open – allows air to circulate and reduces mildew risk.

• Disconnect the leisure battery or use a trickle charger – leaving a leisure battery fully discharged over winter significantly shortens its life.

• Inflate tyres to the recommended pressure – and consider using tyre cradles or moving the van slightly every few months if it will be static for a long time, to prevent flat spots.

• Fit covers where possible – a breathable wheel cover and a windscreen screen both extend the life of rubber seals and glass.

• Note your security setup – if you are renting the van via Camplify, make sure your insurer and your storage provider both know the hire arrangement, and that any tracking device or immobiliser is documented.

Got spare space for caravan or campervan storage?

If you have a spare driveway or parking spot, see how much you can make by renting it out on Stashbee.

Getting your listing ready takes less than 5 minutes and earnings are paid out automatically every month. The Stashbee website makes sure your space is rented out as much as possible, so your earnings keep flowing.

Stashbee is also flexible to your schedule. It has a calendar where you can specify days or times when you don't want any bookings from caravan owners.

Learn how much you could be earning by renting out your parking spaces for caravan/RV storage.