The Best Apps for Finding Overnight Parking for Motorhomes in the UK
- IDS Camping & Leisure
- Jan 24
- 3 min read
Updated: Apr 13
Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a long-haul road trip across the UK, finding a safe and convenient place to park your motorhome overnight is essential. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of apps designed to help motorhome users like you discover the perfect overnight spots—from scenic wild camping locations to well-equipped stopovers.
Here at IDS Camping and Leisure, we’ve put together a list of our favourite apps to help take the stress out of finding your next overnight stay.
Best for: Wild camping and remote spots
Park4Night is one of the most popular apps among the motorhome community. It lets users share locations where they’ve parked overnight—everything from remote forest clearings to supermarket car parks. You can read reviews, see photos, and check if facilities like waste disposal or water points are nearby.
💡 Top tip: Look for spots with high ratings and recent comments to ensure they’re still suitable.
Best for: Verified stopovers and campsites
This UK-based app is a solid choice for finding trusted motorhome stopovers, including pubs, aires, and campsites. It’s especially handy if you prefer more official parking spots or need specific facilities like electric hookups or toilets.
🧭 Navigation-ready: Searchforsites integrates with sat nav systems and Google Maps for easy route planning.
Best for: Unique stopovers at local businesses
Brit Stops offers access to hundreds of free stopovers at pubs, farms, vineyards, and other small businesses throughout the UK. It’s a fantastic way to support local communities while enjoying a peaceful overnight stay.
📖 Note: Brit Stops requires a yearly membership and a physical guidebook—though an app is now available to supplement the book with digital listings.
Best for: European trips (but great in the UK too)
If your adventures occasionally take you across the Channel, Campercontact is a fantastic app to have. It’s packed with motorhome-friendly locations across Europe, but the UK listings are growing and often feature highly rated, official spots.
🔌 Facility filters: Handy filters let you sort by motorhome facilities, so you can quickly find exactly what you need.
5.Motorhome Parking Ireland & UK
Best for: Quick reference to council-approved parking
This straightforward app is especially helpful in Ireland and Northern Ireland but includes growing coverage across the UK. It lists legal parking spots with clear guidelines on motorhome restrictions and allowances.
📍 No-frills but reliable: Perfect for those who just want the facts without all the extras.
Tips for Responsible Overnight Parking
Respect the area: Leave no trace—take all rubbish with you and avoid staying more than one night unless permitted.
Be discreet: Use levelling blocks and awnings sparingly in unofficial spots.
Support local: Consider dining at the pub or buying from the shop if you’re staying on their land.
Final Thoughts
With the right apps at your fingertips, finding a safe and pleasant place to stay overnight is easier than ever. Whether you love off-grid wild camping or prefer an official site with full facilities, there’s something to suit every kind of motorhome adventurer.
At IDS Camping and Leisure, we’re all about making your journey smooth and stress-free. From parking apps to practical accessories, we’re here to help you get the most out of every trip.
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