Plans for a new holiday park near Limavady have been formally submitted to Causeway Coast & Glens Council, marking the latest proposed tourism development in the area. The planning application relates to lands located approximately 45 metres north east of 32 Burnally Road, Limavady, and is currently under consideration as part of the council’s standard planning process.
The proposal seeks permission for the development of a holiday park featuring a mix of accommodation and supporting facilities.
According to the application, the development would comprise 13 pitches for touring caravans and motorhomes, seven camping cabins, two shepherd’s hut–style wash house caravans, and one shepherd’s hut–style campers’ kitchen and laundry caravan.
The plans also include an office and reception area, incorporating a small shop selling farm produce and basic campers’ essentials, to be housed within a converted shipping container.
Details of the proposal are outlined in a Planning Design and Access Statement submitted alongside the application. The statement describes the project as a tourism-focused development linked to farm diversification. It states: “It is proposed to create a high-quality tourism facility and farm diversification scheme on Burnally Road.”
The statement also highlights the site’s location and its proximity to established visitor destinations.
“It is convenient to a wide range of attractions and facilities for the visitor around Limavady, the North West, the wider Causeway Coastal Route and the Sperrins,” the document notes. It adds that “There is consistent demand for this type of accommodation in this area.”
Sustainability and income diversification are cited as key elements of the proposal. The statement continues: “This is a sustainable development. Income from the cabins will help to diversify the farm business under the control of the applicant.”
At this stage, the application represents a proposal only and will be assessed by council planners against local and regional planning policies. As part of the process, statutory consultations and, where applicable, public representations may be invited before a decision is made.
According to Northern Ireland World, the timeline for determination will depend on the complexity of the application and any additional information requested by the planning authority.
For professionals in the outdoor hospitality, caravan, and glamping sectors, the proposal reflects broader trends seen across rural destinations, where mixed-use holiday parks combine touring pitches with fixed accommodation and modest retail offerings.
Such models are increasingly used to spread risk, extend visitor stays, and support year-round revenue. Operators considering similar developments may view this application as an example of how farm diversification, sustainability claims, and proximity to established tourism routes are being positioned within planning submissions in Northern Ireland’s rural councils.