Guides & hacks

A Hipcamp Host’s Guide to Making the Most of the 2024 Total Solar EclipseA Hipcamp Host’s Guide to Making the Most of the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse

A Hipcamp Host’s Guide to Making the Most of the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse

On the afternoon of Monday, April 8, 2024, a rare astronomical event will take place across the U.S. The moon…

8 months ago

Starting a pop-up campsite in the UK: The 28-day rule and the 60-day rule

What is the 28-day rule? In order to open a campsite in the UK, you typically need planning permission and…

8 months ago

What to Expect From Your Hipcamp Photographer

Opting into Hipcamp's professional photography program is a great way to make your listing more marketable. Our carefully vetted photographers…

10 months ago

Starting a campsite in a UK national park, AONB, SSSI or other protected area

Can I start a campsite in a national park? The short answer is yes—it is possible to start a new…

11 months ago

Insurance for camping, glamping and caravan sites in the UK

Do I need insurance to open a campsite? Yes, we strongly recommend that you have public liability insurance and some…

1 year ago

Campsite health and safety requirements in the UK

Health and safety on campsites—the law Most people only utter the words ‘health and safety’ in the context of that…

1 year ago

Campsite taxes and VAT in the UK

Do campsites charge VAT in the UK? In the UK, most goods and services, including the provision of camping and…

1 year ago

Camping clubs, certificates, and licence-exempt organisations: What does it all mean?

What is an exempted organisation? In terms of camping and caravanning in the UK, an exempted organisation is one that…

1 year ago

Offering camping in the UK: What is a campsite licence and do I need one?

Do I need a licence to run my campsite? In most of the UK, a camping or caravan site licence…

1 year ago

Applying for campsite planning permission in the UK

Do campsites require planning permission? If you’re starting a new Hipcamp, you’re likely to need planning permission from your local…

1 year ago