Host FAQs
Planning
Do I need planning permission to host?
All of our existing sites operate under temporary planning exemptions or with a site license issued by Wild With Consent. Formal planning permission for change of use is not usually needed.
In England, Wild With Consent can issue site certificates to allow the site to be used for an unlimited number of days per year. The site must meet our suitability criteria, encoutner no objections from neighbours, and must not become over used during the camping season. Alternatively, hosts can write to their council to get permission for a temporary campsite which can be occupied for up to 60 days per year.
In Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, our sites operate under the 28 day rule for temporary campsites.
In England, Wild With Consent can issue site certificates to allow the site to be used for an unlimited number of days per year. The site must meet our suitability criteria, encoutner no objections from neighbours, and must not become over used during the camping season. Alternatively, hosts can write to their council to get permission for a temporary campsite which can be occupied for up to 60 days per year.
In Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, our sites operate under the 28 day rule for temporary campsites.
Do I need a site license to host?
Can I use more than one field?
What is a 'planning unit'?
Can I host if my land is in an SSSI?
Can I host if my land is in a National Park or AONB?
Subsidy, support schemes and grants
How is BPS affected?
Land in the Basic Payment Scheme can be used for a temporary campsite. In line with the regulations, you should be defining on your BPS application any ineligible features that you are unable to claim for. The full guidance can be found here on page 28.
How does the permitted development rights affect Countryside Stewardship under Mid or Higher Tier?
General management
I'm worried about litter, how can you prevent visitors leaving waste?
Visitors are bound by our Leave Only Footprints Code of Conduct which requires them to take all litter away and leave no trace of their visit. Wild With Consent sites are only available for one campervan per night, reducing the amount of waste created.
Can I prevent certain visitors from coming to stay again?
What are the health and safety, and insurance implications of hosting?
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