Your questions answered…
FAQs
HERE ARE SOME OF THE QUESTIONS THAT MANY CUSTOMERS HAVE ASKED IN THE PAST
HOW LONG IS THE SEASON AT PATRINGTON HAVEN LEISURE PARK?
Patrington Haven Leisure Park is open for 11 months, from 7th February – 7th January.
WHAT ARE THE SITE FEES?
The running costs are; Site Fees £3,717.41, Rates £303.57, Water and Sewerage Rates £343.26, Gas, Electric & Utility Service Charge £210.76, VAT £915.00 The total payable is £5,490.00 (inc VAT).
HOW IS GAS AND ELECTRICITY PAID?
Electric is metered and invoiced annually in January. Electric is re-charged out at 27.55 pence per unit. Gas bottles are £88.31 and these are paid for in advance. Depending on how often you use the caravan will determine how long the 47KG gas bottle will last.
CAN I BRING MY CARAVAN FROM ANOTHER PARK TO PATRINGTON HAVEN LEISURE PARK?
Yes! There are selected plots for a ‘Bring On’ at Patrington Haven Leisure Park.
CAN I SUB-LET MY STATIC CARAVAN?
Yes! Owners can privately sub-let their caravan to offset running costs and earn extra cash. However, the Park is not responsible for the administration of the sub-letting.
CAN I HAVE A PET AT PATRINGTON HAVEN LEISURE PARK?
Patrington Haven Leisure Park is a pet-friendly park with a dedicated fully enclosed Dog Walking Area, where dogs can be let off their lead to socialise and have a good run around.
DO THE FACILITIES CLOSE FOR THE WINTER PERIOD LIKE MANY OTHER PARKS?
At Patrington Haven Leisure Park, Owners are able to use The Country Club facilities for 364 days of the year – only closing on Christmas Day. So even during the month that the Park closes, Owners can still come and use the gym, go for a swim and enjoy a relaxing drink or meal at Guy’s Café Bar & Restaurant!
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT WAYS OF FUNDING A HOLIDAY HOME?
There are several routes to financing the purchase of a holiday home; Outright purchase – Third-party funding, e.g. bank loan or gifted from family – Flexible finance packages – Joint ownership with friends and/or family – Part exchange a motorhome or touring caravan.
The Park’s expert Caravan Sales Advisors work hard to assist families in choosing the right option to suit them.
CAN I PART-EXCHANGE MY TOURING CARAVAN OR CURRENT STATIC?
Trading in a touring caravan or existing static caravan is a fantastic way to maximise value for money on a new or pre-owned holiday home at Patrington Haven Leisure Park.
IS THERE AN AGE LIMIT ON HOLIDAY HOMES?
There is no age limit on holiday homes at Patrington Haven Leisure Park. As long as the holiday home is kept in good condition and the Park Rules & License Agreement are observed, Owners may enjoy their holiday home for as long as they wish.
CAN I HAVE PRIVATE PARKING?
Each caravan garden plot has private parking for at least one car.
CAN I HAVE A SHED ON MY GARDEN PLOT?
Yes. Owners can have a shed, and dependant on the size of the garden plot, can have a shed up to 8ftx6ft. The Park can provide Owners with details of suppliers, but they are allowed to buy their shed from whichever supplier they wish and get it delivered straight to the Park. (Due to fire regulations the Park can only allow metal or good quality plastic sheds on the Park).
WHAT IS A GARDEN PLOT AND DOES EVERY CARAVAN HAVE ONE?
Every caravan on Patrington Haven Leisure Park has its own garden plot with off-road parking. Every plot has a private footpath and can be fully fenced off just like home. Owners can landscape it, add flowers, have a patio or decking… the choice is theirs! If Owners wish to make alterations to their garden plot, a Plot Development form must be completed and passed to the Main Office for approval.
WHAT ARE THE OPENING TIMES FOR THE SWIMMING POOL AND GYM?
The swimming pool, whirlpool, steam room, sauna, and gym located at The Country Club, are open Monday to Friday from 6.30am – 9pm and 6:30am until 7pm on Saturdays and Sundays, 364 days of the year!
ARE THE FOOD AND DRINK PRICES GOOD VALUE FOR MONEY?
At Patrington Haven Leisure Park, The Country Club is mainly used by Holiday Home Owners, as well as their family and friends. Unlike most other parks, which have very high prices due to large numbers of holidaymakers, The Country Club matches local pub prices.
As well as that, Owners can enjoy exclusive discounts within Guy’s Café Bar & Restaurant and The Spa.