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Certified Locations

Certified Locations with The Van Club

Turn Your Land Into a Profitable, Fully Marketed Motorhome Site

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If you own land and are looking to generate additional income, diversify your farm or estate, or simply welcome like-minded motorhome and campervan owners onto your property — The Van Club can issue Certified Location (CL) licences and support you every step of the way.

We don’t just license sites.
We actively market them, fill them, and grow them with you.

What Is a Van Club Certified Location (CL)?

A Certified Location (CL) is a small, exclusive campsite that can accommodate:

  • Up to 5 motorhomes or campervans

  • Members only

  • Peaceful, low-impact camping

  • Simple facilities

  • Minimal overheads

Because The Van Club operates under permitted exemptions (subject to legislation and local authority requirements), you can often establish a CL without full planning permission.

It’s one of the simplest and most cost-effective ways to open a campsite in the UK.

Why Partner With The Van Club?

Other organisations simply list your site.

We build your occupancy.

🚀 Serious Marketing Power

When you join The Van Club CL network, your site benefits from:

  • Featured listing on The Van Club website

  • Promotion across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok & LinkedIn

  • Inclusion in our member newsletters

  • Dedicated spotlight posts

  • Launch campaign support

  • Promotion at major shows (including NEC events)

  • Direct access to our engaged, fast-growing membership base

  • Cross-promotion with our brand partners and rally network

We are proactive.
We drive bookings.

What Your Land Must Provide

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To establish a Van Club Certified Location, you will typically need:

Land Requirements

  • Minimum ½ acre of fairly level, usable ground

  • Safe access with clear visibility

  • Passing points if on a narrow access road

Essential Facilities (within 100m and not across roads)

  • Chemical waste disposal point (sealed tank or mains connection)

  • Separate rinse tap with non-return valve

  • Separate drinking water tap with non-return valve

  • General waste disposal (recycling encouraged)

  • Toilet facilities – not compulsory but strongly recommended

Layout & Safety

  • Minimum pitch spacing following the 6 metre fire safety rule

  • Clear access for emergency vehicles

  • Safe manoeuvring space

Our Site Development Team will guide you through layout planning and compliance.

What We Provide

✅ Application Support

  • Initial suitability review

  • Guidance on local authority notification (where required)

  • Neighbour communication advice

  • Clear “work to be done” checklist

  • Final approval visit

✅ Annual Certification

  • Official Van Club CL licence

  • Authorised member-only status

  • Annual compliance review

✅ Ongoing Support

  • Direct access to our CL support team

  • Operational advice

  • Regulatory guidance

  • Site owner updates

The Real Difference: We Drive Bookings

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Your success depends on occupancy — and that’s where we excel.

We provide:

  • Online searchable CL directory

  • Integrated booking system

  • Member-only exclusivity

  • Social media launch campaign

  • Seasonal promotional pushes

  • Loyalty scheme cross-promotion

  • Feature articles and spotlight promotions

We are not passive.
We actively promote our sites because thriving CLs strengthen our club.

Income Potential

With just 5 pitches:

Even at £20–£30 per night average and steady occupancy, a CL can generate strong secondary income with low overheads.

Many landowners use CLs to:

  • Diversify farming income

  • Support equestrian or rural businesses

  • Monetise unused paddocks

  • Increase footfall to farm shops or attractions

  • Build long-term passive income

Your Site. Your Vision.

You control:

  • Opening season (all year or seasonal)

  • Adults only or family friendly

  • Electric hook-up or non-electric

  • Hardstanding or grass

  • Pet policy

  • Pricing structure

We provide the framework.
You retain control.

Demand Has Never Been Stronger

The motorhome and campervan market continues to grow rapidly.

Demand for:

  • Small, peaceful sites

  • Rural escapes

  • Member-only exclusivity

  • Off-grid style stays

…is stronger than ever.

By joining The Van Club CL network now, you position your land ahead of the next travel season with a ready-made marketing engine behind you.

📘 Want the Full Certified Location Guide?

We’ve created a dedicated Certified Location Landowner Guide explaining:

  • The full setup process

  • Legal framework overview

  • Income projections

  • Compliance checklist

  • Timeline from enquiry to opening

  • Marketing strategy overview

👉 Email hello@thevanclub.co.uk with the subject line “CL Guide” and we’ll send it straight over.

🚐 Start Your Certified Location Journey Today

Small. Exclusive. Profitable.
And fully backed by serious marketing power.

The Van Club Certified Locations 💚