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Rising Energy Prices Are Challenging Campsites This Summer

8 maj 2025 kl. 08:54:26

With the UK energy price cap rising again, campsite operators are facing a costly dilemma. For ease, many sites have decided to bundle electricity into their pitch fees, offering guests the convenience of “all-in” pricing. But this summer, that convenience could come at a painful cost.


The Problem: Electricity is Getting Expensive — Fast


The latest hike in the energy price cap means that operators who don’t charge guests separately for electricity are now at further risk of losing money. As air fryers, electric heaters, EV chargers and more become common at pitches, guest consumption is becoming both unpredictable and expensive to subsidise.

For parks already dealing with tight margins and post-COVID recovery, this is a storm they can’t afford to weather blindly.


The Solution: Pay-As-You-Go Pricing


Many forward-thinking sites are switching to a combined hardware and software solution designed specifically for the leisure industry. Whether it’s a busy holiday resort or a countryside caravan park, Rolec and Metpow have you covered from all directions - ensuring guests pay only for what they use, and site owners never have to guess, estimate, or absorb the cost of rising usage.


With Rolec & Metpow:

• Guests pay for their own energy usage through a simple self-serve app

• Operators maintain full control over energy supply and pricing, including peak and off-peak tariffs

• Real-time insights allow for smarter management and better guest experience

• Guests can have peace of mind knowing all energy usage is accurately reported by MID approved hardware

• No more guesswork — each stay is individually metered and fairly billed


Trusted by Leading Sites


From independent parks to large-scale destinations, Rolec has proven themselves time and time again as leaders in the electrical industry. Now paired with Metpow’s cloud-based platform, they are transforming utility management across the UK leisure sector.


Operating via Rolec’s tried and tested hardware, Metpow uses secure wireless connectivity to give you live consumption data, remote control, and automated billing — all from your phone or computer.

Heading Into Summer, Don’t Leave Profits to Chance


The 2025 summer season is shaping up to be one of the busiest yet — but also one of the most expensive if electricity isn’t managed properly. If you’re still bundling electricity into pitch fees, now is the time to make the switch.

As more leisure parks move away from bundling electricity and water into accommodation packages, it's essential to plan for accurate utility metering, transparent pricing, and modern billing systems. This transition supports fairer charging, encourages responsible resource use, and aligns with sustainability goals.


A Rolec and Metpow network lets you protect your bottom line, enhance your guest experience, and take control of energy costs — just in time for the holiday season.


Learn about how our wireless system works here.


Contact us to book a demo to see Metpow in action or reach out to the Rolec team for a personalised quote for your site.

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