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Transport caravans & motorhomes.

Caravan or motorhome moved between sites — by a specialist transport firm with proper tow and licensing.

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Confirm the licence type.

Goods Vehicle Operator's Licence for commercial transport, PSV for passenger. Verify on DVSA register — unlicensed transport is illegal.

Get a packing list before they load.

Itemised packing list signed by both parties is your evidence if anything's missing on arrival. Insist on it.

Goods in Transit insurance value.

Standard cover £25k–£100k; for art, antiques, machinery declare higher value or take additional cover.

Time slots vs windows.

'Sometime Tuesday' costs less than '2pm exactly'. Booked time slots cost a premium — worth it for big or time-critical moves.

Costs & timeline

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Indicative UK ranges and what affects price.

Cost range

By job type

Inc. VAT · 2026
Source: NMT quotes
Single-item delivery (local)
£40–£150
Multi-drop courier (per day)
£200–£600/day
House move / van + driver
£250–£1.5k
Specialist (art, antiques)
£400–£3k
Long-distance (per mile)
£1–£4
Same-day premium
£50–£300
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Quote spread is typically ± 18% — always get 3 quotes.

Caravan and motorhome transport — relocation, end-of-season storage, sales delivery. Expect to pay £200–£1,500 for UK caravan transport.

What Does the Work Involve?

Specialist caravan transporter. NCC (National Caravan Council) member. Tow caravan or transport motorhome on flatbed. Insurance £25,000-£100,000+ value cover. Site-to-site or storage delivery.

Typical Costs

ServiceCost (£)Notes
Local tow (under 50 miles)200-400Single caravan
Medium distance (100-200 miles)400-800Cross-county
Long distance (300+ miles)800-1,500UK-wide
Motorhome transport per mile2-5Drive or flatbed
Storage to site delivery150-400End of season
European transport1,000-3,500Plus Eurotunnel
Insurance day cover50-200Per trip

UK Regulations

HGV licence for >3.5t. Towing weights and licence categories. NCC member preferred. Insurance value declaration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Drive or transport?

Caravan: tow with appropriate licence. Motorhome: drive or flatbed transport.

Insurance for transport?

Specialist day-cover £50-£200. Own policy may extend.

NCC member essential?

Recommended — industry standards. Insurance-backed.

European transport feasible?

Yes — £1,000-£3,500 plus Eurotunnel/ferry £200-£500.

How long booking lead?

1-2 weeks typical. Peak season (Apr-Sep) book 4+ weeks.

Storage delivery routine?

Yes — many sites offer pickup/delivery service.

This guide was written with AI assistance and is intended for general information only. Prices are estimates based on UK averages and may vary by region. Always get at least three quotes and consult a qualified professional before starting any work.

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