Holiday homes designer and manufacturer Willerby has announced it has developed a pioneering all-electric specification enabling its models to be powered solely by electricity on the majority of UK holiday parks.
The Willerby All-E specification is a UK first, as it means all-electric Willerby models will be able to be sited at most holiday parks across the country, making it a green game-changer for the holiday homes industry.
Developed by Willerby’s in-house technical and product development teams, they say the Willerby All-E is a ground-breaking system that will lead the industry’s green transition from liquid petroleum gas (LPG) to electric energy.
Willerby All-E addresses the significant challenge of switching to cleaner and greener energy when the electricity supply to holiday parks is limited, with most pitches capped to a maximum 32A supply. The Willerby All-E system uses intelligent technology to monitor and optimise electricity usage at all times, to avoid the supply being exceeded.
For example, the central heating can draw less power when the oven or hob are in use, then kick back in immediately afterwards.
The system is made possible by three major innovations:
- Willerby holiday homes are built to the Willerby GreEN Standard, which reduces energy consumption by up to 28%
- With the help of a patented thermal battery, it has been possible to separate central heating and hot water, thereby replacing the traditional combi boiler – a breakthrough in the development of Willerby All-E
- The whole system is constantly monitored and managed by the latest technology and software to ensure optimum electricity usage with minimum wastage
It all means the user experience in Willerby All-E models is identical to a traditionally-powered holiday home while being better for the environment.
Willerby CEO Peter Munk said: “We’re very excited to announce this major breakthrough, which will enable the holiday parks industry to take a big leap forward. Our Willerby All-E specification is the natural next step on our sustainability journey, following the introduction of the Willerby GreEN Standard last year.
“We know holiday home owners share our passion for protecting the planet and recognise that holiday parks already offer one of the most sustainable forms of tourism. Now, this ground-breaking innovation will make holidays and short breaks in Willerby models even greener.
“Equally, holiday park operators are committed to sustainability and the Willerby All-E specification will enable them to push ahead in moving from gas to electric energy supply and embrace more ways to generate green electricity on their sites.
The Willerby All-E specification also follows the launch last October of its GreEN Standard, making its holiday caravans more energy-efficient and economical. All Willerby’s holiday homes are now designed and built to the Willerby GreEN Standard, with Willerby All-E available as an option, underlining the company’s position at the forefront of the holiday home manufacturing sector for sustainability.
In other news, Willerby unveiled three new models and refreshed versions of four of its most popular homes at the Great Holiday Home Show in Harrogate this month.
Showgoers were able to view and explore Willerby’s new Ellerton, Buxton and New Holland models, as well as the refreshed versions of the Malton and Dorchester holiday homes and Acorn and Delamere Willerby Bespoke homes.
The entry-level Ellerton has been designed to offer a combination of space, style, and practicality. Two and three-bedroom options are available.
The Buxton, which can sleep four to six or six to eight people, is a new mid-range holiday home created to give families the perfect combination of space, comfort, and practical design. Home entertainment is central to the lounge, with a stylish media unit acting as the focal point.
The New Holland is a special edition premium lodge boasting the highest specification of any Willerby, combining a contemporary design with a spacious floorplan.
The kitchen features an American-style fridge freezer and a full suite of integrated appliances and premium fittings, including a composite sink and carousel storage racks.
Stay tuned to our blog for reviews of the all-new Willerby Buxton and New Holland coming soon!
Why are manufactures not fitting solar panels and solar heating to their holiday homes.
Sounds like a good idea, only problem is no mention of cost, also with electricity at roughy 30p per KWh could also be a expensive way to cook and heat a static caravan, compared to LPG
We think electric static are going to be expensive to heat in the winter months. And the parks are not set up to provide that extra electricity.The older generation use thier vans all year not just for the summer months. Also builders need to take on board that older buyers like the statics because they’re easy to get around when mobility gets tough. We don’t need two bathrooms or en-suites. We need more wardrobe space and a utility room. And solar panels this would all lend itself to the older generation making life easier. Just think we’ve been forgotten.
Let’s look at a big picture? Electric static are going to be expensive to run in winter months parks are really not set up to supply the extra electricity. Builders need to take on board that retirees will use their static most of the year as mobility problems arise.they don’t need two bathrooms yes to two toilets but let’s have more wardrobe space and a utility room with drying and a toilet in the utility room.