Last Updated 4th March 2026. Caravan park and camp site claims can be made following a range of accidents at caravan parks or camp sites. While the possibility of being injured isn’t something we usually think about while on holiday, if the park fails to take the necessary precautions to ensure their premises are safe for all visitors, incidents can definitely occur. So, our guide to caravan site accident claims explores all you need to know about seeking compensation if you were injured while on holiday, from the types of incidents you could claim for to the evidence you can use to support legal action.
At Legal Expert, we understand that the last thing you want to worry about is a complicated legal process, especially after having cut your holiday short due to your injuries. That’s why we aim to make seeking compensation as straightforward as possible. Our advisory team can offer free advice and a no fuss eligibility check in as little as a few minutes. If you do meet the requirements, you’ll be connected with an expert personal injury solicitor who can offer you a tailored service and bespoke package of support.
Get in touch with our advisors to find out if you could make a caravan park or camp site accident claim today.
4.8 (466 reviews) Can You Claim Compensation After An Accident At A Caravan Park Or Campsite?
Yes, you can claim compensation after an accident at a caravan park or campsite if you can show that the park failed to keep you safe, leading to an accident in which you were injured. As a party in control of publically accessible area, the owners of the park must implement steps to ensure the reasonable safety of all visitors, as per the Occupiers Liability Act 1957.
We’ve summarised the key eligibility criteria for you here:
- You Were Owed a Duty of Care by the Caravan Park. The caravan park is required by law to ensure the reasonable safety of all visitors to the premises. We’ll examine the measures that can be implemented to meet the legal requirements in the next section.
- This Duty was Breached when Steps to Ensure your Reasonable Safety were Not Taken. You need to be able to demonstrate that the relevant health and safety requirements were not met. This can include a lack of maintenance, poor training, ignoring hazards and not placing warning signs.
- Consequently, You Suffered an Injury or Experienced an Illness. As a result of the caravan park failing to keep you safe, you must have been injured in an accident or developed an illness.
Get your free eligibility check today by reaching out to one of our friendly advisors via the details given below.
What Duty Of Care Do Caravan Park Owners Owe?
As we said above, caravan park owners owe a duty of care to their customers to take reasonable steps to ensure their safety. What this means in practice can vary slightly depending on the caravan park’s exact facilities but we summarised a range of measures below.
Ways in which caravan park owners and operators could meet their duty of care include:
- Conducting regular inspections to identify faults.
- Training staff to complete their assigned tasks properly and maintain a safe environment.
- Providing adequate lighting in all customer areas and keeping walkways free of obstructions.
- Clear signposting of employee-only areas, hazards like deep water and fire exits.
- Ensuring all food sold is fit for human consumption, with allergens clearly labelled and hygiene standards maintained.
If any of these steps are not implemented, and you suffer injuries as a result, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Find out more about caravan park and campsite accident claims by speaking to our dedicated advisory team today.
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.
- Faulty caravan steps and decking
- Swimming pool accidents
- Electric shocks and hazards
- Falling trees or branches and other flora that hasn’t been properly maintained.
- 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.
4.8 (466 reviews) 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.
What Evidence Is Needed for a Caravan Park Accident Claim?
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.
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.
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. 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:
- Call the team on 0800 073 8804
- Contact us online.
- Click the live chat button on your screen now.
Frequently Asked Questions
These frequently asked questions reflect the most common queries around a caravan park accident claim. While we hope this section is useful to you, more detailed information about claiming in your particular instance can be sought from our advisors.
Can I Claim If My Child Was Injured At A Campsite?
While a child injured at a campsite cannot claim for themselves, you can claim on their behalf if appointed as their litigation friend.
Can I Claim If Injured In A Rented Caravan?
You can claim if injured in a rented caravan, although who the claim will be made against can vary. Faults with the caravan itself are the responsibility of your rental provider, so if you’re injured by broken flooring, faulty electrics and falling cupboard doors, any claim would be made against the rental company.
Are Caravan Park Owners Legally Responsible For Safety?
Yes, caravan park owners are legally responsible for both the safety of their workers and their customers.
Is There A Time Limit For Caravan Park Claims?
The time limit in caravan park claims is the standard personal injury limitation period of 3 years. However, exceptions in cases involving children or persons without sufficient mental capacity do apply so it’s important to speak to our advisors about your exact circumstances.
Can I Claim For Food Poisoning At A Holiday Park?
Yes, you could claim for food poisoning at a holiday park, or the food was purchased from an on-site vendor. You’ll need to show that food hygiene standards were not adhered to, resulting in your falling ill.
Will Claiming Affect My Booking Or Membership?
No, making a claim will not affect any existing bookings or memberships of the campsite or caravan park.
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.
