Finally, ask about parking, whether each unit has its own space or whether you're sharing a car park a short walk away, particularly if you're arriving with a car full of luggage and a young family in tow.

Before you book any UK holiday park, a handful of straightforward questions can save you from an awkward surprise on arrival.

Finally, read a handful of recent reviews rather than just the star rating. Look for comments on cleanliness, how the static caravan holiday lets or lodge compared to its photos, and how helpful the on-site team were if something needed sorting. A pattern across several reviews tells you more than any one glowing or grumbling comment on its own.

None of these questions take long to ask, and any decent holiday park will have straightforward answers ready. If a question gets dodged or fudged, that's often more useful information than the answer itself.

Next, think about park size. A larger park usually means more on-site facilities: a pool, a clubhouse, perhaps a shop and a play area, which suits families who want options if the weather turns. A smaller park tends to be quieter, with fewer people about and a slower pace, which some guests prefer, particularly couples or those travelling without children. Neither is better, they just suit different trips.

Coast and countryside both make for a good UK break, so the real question is what kind of days you want to have rather than which is objectively better.