Motorhomes and campervans face new parking ban with £1,000 fines

Overnight sleeping and camping banned18:44, 01 Aug 2026A seaside parking ban risks £1,000 fines for campervan and motorhome drivers in a UK tourist hotspot this summer. Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole strictly ban overnight sleeping and camping on their 15 miles of beaches, with rule breakers risking prosecution and fines up to £1,000.‌The local authority enforces these restrictions to manage crowds, reduce environmental damage, and prevent anti-social behavior along the coast.‌Larne O’Donoghue, a spokesperson for YourParkingSpace, said: “A seaside break in a campervan should not start with a parking headache.‌READ MORE Andy Burnham automatic £300 payments for state pensioners“Motorhome parking rules can vary significantly between coastal areas. Some places allow selected overnight sta