Annex Living Guides
Practical Guides for Garden Annex Living
Clear, cautious advice on planning, delivery, site suitability and buying decisions for static caravans and lodges on private land.
Planning
Do You Need Planning Permission for a Static Caravan in Your Garden (UK)?
A clear UK guide covering rules, risks, and what councils consider when placing a static caravan in your garden.
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How Much Does It Cost to Put a Static Caravan in Your Garden (UK)?
Full UK cost breakdown: purchase, groundworks, delivery, utilities, planning, ongoing and hidden costs.
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Can My Parents Live in My Garden? (UK Guide)
A clear UK guide on whether parents can live in a garden annex, what councils consider, and practical considerations for family use.
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Best Static Caravans for Garden Use (UK Guide)
What to look for when choosing a static caravan for garden annex living: sizes, layouts, insulation, access, and new vs used.
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Static Caravan vs Extension (UK Comparison Guide)
Balanced UK comparison of static caravans and house extensions: cost, planning, flexibility, and suitability for family living.
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Related guides
- Annex Caravans — compact static caravans typically used as garden annexes
- Annex Lodges — larger lodges where plot and access allow
- Planning Permission for a Caravan in the Garden — general UK planning context — not legal advice
- Delivery & Access — what we look for when checking a route in
- Buying Guide — practical steps when considering a garden annex
- Static Caravan vs Extension Cost UK — how a garden caravan compares to a traditional extension on cost and time
- Annexe vs Care Home Cost UK — indicative cost comparison for families weighing long-term arrangements
- Garden Annexe for Adult Children — using a garden annexe to give an adult child their own front door
- Static Caravans in UK Gardens — the umbrella guide for garden annex accommodation