By Stephen Hudson. Last Updated 09th July 2025.
Welcome to our guide on caravan park and camp site claims. Caravan holidays are a popular element of the British summertime experience, and for a good reason – you get to enjoy a break in surroundings that are filled with entertainment for all of the family.
However, accidents sometimes happen even in the most picturesque of locations. If you suffered injuries in an accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be able to make a claim for compensation.
This guide will walk you through this process and inform you about what you can expect from the experience of claiming. If you still have any questions after finishing this article, or if you’d like to discuss how to claim, please contact our team by:
- Ringing us on 0800 073 8804
- Contacting us online.
- Speaking with an advisor through our live chat
Select a section:
- What Is A Holiday Camp Or Caravan Park Accident?
- What To Do If You Are Involved In An Accident Causing Injury At A Holiday Camp Or Caravan Park.
- How To Begin Caravan Park And Camp Site Claims
- The Most Common Types Of Holiday Camp And Caravan Park Injuries.
- How Much Compensation Can I Get For A Caravan Park Accident?
- No Win No Fee Caravan Park And Camp Site Claims
What Is A Holiday Camp Or Caravan Park Accident?
If you have experienced an injury on holiday, you will know how heartbreaking and painful the experience can be. Any holiday camp or caravan park has a responsibility to ensure that you are kept safe in order to enjoy your well-earned break, and any mishap that is not your fault – whether that be due to a gas or electrical fault leading to a caravan park injury claim, a slip, trip or fall, or even a vehicular accident – can sour your experience very quickly.
If you feel that you may be entitled to a holiday compensation claim following an injury at a caravan or holiday park or would like to know more about caravan park claims or campsite claims, please don’t hesitate to contact us today.
What To Do If You Are Involved In An Accident Causing Injury At A Holiday Camp Or Caravan Park
If you are involved in any kind of accident at a holiday camp or caravan site that could result in a compensation claim, including camping site accidents or accidents in a park home, it is essential that you keep a log of everything that happened surrounding the incident.
Keep a diary of the location of the incident, what caused it and why the responsibility for prevention falls to a third party. Ask any witnesses if they will be willing to confirm what they saw, and perhaps most importantly, inform the owners of the site immediately. It helps create a record of what happened and can possibly be used as evidence in a claim.
It is also vital that you seek immediate medical assistance and take note of what is discussed with your doctor or hospital consultant. This type of information will help strengthen caravan park claims, so ensure that you maintain thorough records and share them with your solicitor.
How To Begin Caravan Park And Camp Site Claims
To get started on your injury on holiday claim, please call our professional team on our freephone number or begin your holiday claim online by using our live chat service and requesting a callback.
Ensure that you have all the pertinent information that relates to your accident, including dates, times, locations and any action that the holiday camp or caravan park may have taken when notified of the incident, and we will discuss your potential claim in full with you.
How Are Caravan Park Camp Site Claims Proven?
Caravan park camp site claims can be proven by gathering evidence showing how a third party was responsible for the injuries sustained in an accident.
From our own experience supporting clients nationwide, we’ve found the following types of evidence to be helpful in proving caravan site accident claims and other cases:
- Medical records including X-rays, prescriptions and GP notes.
- Contact information for eyewitnesses. These details can be given to your solicitor so they can collect statements for your caravan park accident claim.
- Photographs of visible physical injuries and the accident site.
- Employment records to highlight a loss of earnings.
- Attendance records, if claiming for a child.
- CCTV footage of the caravan site accident.
- Copies of correspondence relevant to your claim, such as agreements with the camp site or holiday package company.
Please note that the above list isn’t exhaustive and only contains suggestions of the evidence that might be beneficial for your caravan park claim. We understand that the process of gathering evidence can seem daunting, especially if you’re still recovering from your injuries. However, if you decide to work with us, one of our solicitors can provide you with a list of useful documents and assist with obtaining the necessary proof for your case.
Contact our advisors now to schedule a complimentary consultation and further guidance tailored to your particular circumstances.
The Most Common Types Of Holiday Camp And Caravan Park Injuries
Potential cases that can lead to holiday accident claims in the UK include:
- Slips, trips and falls, whether they be on caravan steps or around the holiday park itself. Sub-standard maintenance of communal areas, including showers and toilets, is another example of a caravan park owner failing in their duty of care towards customers.
- Vehicle collisions in the car park and the surrounding area due to actions like speeding or being distracted while driving.
- Bicycle accidents, including collisions with cars whose drivers didn’t appropriately check their surroundings
- Defective and faulty equipment within a caravan, usually electrical or gas-based in nature, poses the risk of shock or fire. The caravan park operator will be responsible for these facilities.
- Faulty hitching mechanisms are very dangerous and be the fault of a caravan park. If you are injured while hitching a caravan to your car due to substandard equipment being provided, then you may be eligible for a claim against the caravan park.
- Food contamination issues from on-site catering suppliers.
How Much Compensation Can I Get For A Caravan Park Accident?
Compensation for caravan park camp site claims can consist of general and special damages. General damages compensate for the physical pain and mental suffering caused by your injury.
Those who value general damages may refer to the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) when looking at a personal injury case, such as a caravan accident claim. This document outlines guideline compensation brackets for various types of injuries, categorised by severity and type.
The list below includes some of those brackets. Please note that the list is for guidance only, and the first entry is not taken from the JCG:
| Injury | Severity | Compensation Bracket |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Very Severe Injuries + Financial Losses (e.g. Private Treatment Costs) | Very Severe | Up to £1,000,000+ |
| Brain/Head | Very Severe | £344,150 to £493,000 |
| Less Severe | £18,700 to £52,550 | |
| Back | Severe (i) | £111,150 to £196,450 |
| Moderate (ii) | £15,260 to £33,880 | |
| Neck | Severe (i) | In the Region of £181,020 |
| Moderate (ii) | £16,770 to £30,500 | |
| Severe Leg Injuries | Severe (i) The Most Serious Injuries Short of Amputation | £117,460 to £165,860 |
| Other Arm Injuries | Severe Injuries | £117,360 to £159,770 |
| Pelvis/Hips | Severe (i) | £95,680 to £159,770 |
| Moderate (i) | £32,450 to £47,810 |
In addition to general damages, your compensation for a caravan park accident claim may also include special damages. These damages compensate for financial losses or expenses that can be directly linked to the injuries you sustained.
Examples may include:
- Loss of earnings if you’ve needed to take time off work
- The cost of prescriptions, physiotherapy sessions, or travel to medical appointments
- Home modifications to address accessibility issues
- Special equipment like wheelchairs or walking frames
- Therapy or counselling
You’ll need relevant documents as evidence to claim special damages, such as bank statements, receipts, or wage slips.
Contact our advisors for free today to learn more about the potential value of your caravan park injury claim.
No Win No Fee Caravan Park And Camp Site Claims
If you have experienced an accident or injury, you have already gone through enough trauma; we have no interest in adding to the strain. That is why our solicitors offer clients a No Win No Fee service through an arrangement called a Conditional Fee Agreement.
CFAs mean there are no upfront or ongoing solicitor fees to pay, ensuring you won’t have any unwanted surprises when you pursue compensation. If your claim loses, you won’t have to pay any of these fees to your solicitor.
However, if you win, you’ll pay the solicitor a small success fee, taken as a capped percentage of your compensation. It’s pre-agreed, so you’ll know exactly what to expect when you get started with one of our solicitors.
Here at Legal Expert, we have years of experience and a friendly, professional team that will stop at nothing to get you the compensation you deserve. What’s more, you can have peace of mind knowing that we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).
Our solicitors have a proven track record and always work tirelessly to support their clients, no matter where they are based in the country. That dedication, coupled with years of combined experience, has already helped them secure over £80 million in compensation.
To learn more about how we can assist you, please reach out to one of our advisors. It costs you nothing, so contact us today by:
- Ringing us on 0800 073 8804
- Contacting us online.
- Speaking with an advisor through our live chat
Helpful Links
Read some of our other guides:
- Find out if you can claim for a dog bite
- Get information on claiming for accidents abroad
- Learn about food allergy claims
Further resources:
- NHS information on finding urgent and emergency care services in England
- Government guidance on Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)
- Safety advice for camping and caravanning from Devon and Somerset Fire Service
Thank you for reading our guide on caravan park and camp site claims.
