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Enter your postcode, set how far you are willing to travel to collect, and you will see insured campervans and motorhomes listed by owners and small operators near you — booked online, not arranged over the phone. Most people can drive one on an ordinary car licence.
This page covers how the search radius works, which size van to pick, what you need to drive one, what “fully insured” actually means on a booking, and one-way hire. When you are ready to see real vehicles and dates, use the search box at the top of the page.
Every vehicle on campervanhire.com is listed by its owner — private owners and local rental businesses — and booked through our partner Outdoorsy, with insurance and payment protection on every booking.
How to find campervan hire near you
Four steps, all through the search box at the top of the page.
- Enter your postcode or town, and pick a collection radius. The radius is how far you are prepared to drive to pick the vehicle up — start at 10 to 25 miles for a city, wider if you are rural.
- Add your dates and how many people are travelling. Group size filters out anything with too few berths (a berth is one sleeping space — a “4-berth” sleeps four).
- Compare what comes back. You will see vehicles from owners and operators within your radius, with photos, what is included, and the price for your dates.
- Book online. Reserve with a deposit where the owner offers it, then collect locally and get a walkthrough of the van before you drive off.
If you would rather book without waiting for the owner to confirm, filter for instant booking.
Setting your search radius — how “near me” works here
“Near me” rarely means the next street. Campervans and motorhomes are big vehicles that owners keep at home or at a depot, so the nearest one might be 15 miles away rather than one.
A few things worth knowing before you set the radius:
- 10 to 25 miles is enough choice in and around most cities.
- Widening to 50 miles or more opens up far more vehicles, and often a better or newer van for the sake of a short drive to collect. If your dates are in July or August, widen the radius early — the closest vehicles book first.
- Collection is from the owner or operator, at their location. A small number offer delivery for a fee; that shows on the individual listing.
- The pickup point does not tie you to a region. You can collect near home and drive anywhere — around the UK, or across to Europe if the owner allows it.
What size campervan or motorhome should you hire?
Pick by how many people are sleeping in it and how confident you feel driving something large. For a first trip, we would take the smallest van that fits everyone — it is easier to drive, easier to park, and cheaper.
2-berth camper van
A van conversion that sleeps two. It fits a normal parking space, drives much like a large car, and is the least daunting thing to take on a first hire. Best for couples and solo trips. See camper van hire.
4-berth family motorhome
The common family choice. Two sleeping areas — usually a double plus a convertible dining area or bunks — a full kitchen, and a bathroom. Bigger to drive than a camper van, but most people settle into it within an hour. See motorhome hire.
6-berth motorhome
For larger families and groups. The most living space, the most to think about when parking, and the dearest to hire and fuel. Worth it when you genuinely need six beds; oversized for four.
Pet-friendly campervans
Many owners welcome dogs and set their van up for it with washable surfaces and a secure space. Filter for it rather than assuming — and see dog-friendly campervan hire and dog-friendly motorhome hire.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan near you?
There is no single answer — the price moves with the vehicle, the dates and how long you book for — but a few things consistently drive it up or down, so you can budget sensibly before you search:
- Vehicle size. A 2-berth camper van is consistently the lowest-cost thing to hire; a 6-berth motorhome the most expensive. If budget matters more than space, hire the smallest van that fits your group.
- Season. The school-holiday weeks, especially late July and August, cost noticeably more than the same trip in spring or autumn — often noticeably more per night than a like-for-like vehicle in a midweek off-peak booking.
- Length of hire. The price per night usually drops the longer you book for, so a week tends to work out cheaper per night than two or three days.
- How far ahead you book. Book early for peak dates and you get more choice and generally a better rate; book late and you are picking from whatever is left, though genuine last-minute deals do appear off-peak.
- Extras. A reduced damage excess, an additional named driver, a pet fee and a one-way or delivery charge are usually priced separately from the nightly rate — check the listing so nothing is a surprise at checkout.
The only way to see a real number for your trip is to search it: enter your postcode, radius and dates in the box above and you will see actual prices from vehicles near you, not an average that may not apply. For more on how pricing is put together, see motorhome hire prices.
Do you need a special licence or experience?
For most people, no.
- Licence. A full UK car licence (category B) covers any vehicle up to 3,500 kg — written on listings as “3.5 tonnes” or “MTPLM”, the vehicle’s maximum loaded weight. That includes nearly every camper van and the great majority of 2 to 6-berth motorhomes. A small number of large motorhomes go over 3,500 kg and need category C1; the listing says so.
- Age. Age limits depend on Outdoorsy’s rules and the owner’s own policy; many vehicles require the main driver to be 25 or over, so check the listing. It is on the listing.
- Second driver. If two of you will share the driving, add the second person as a named driver at the time of booking — doing it afterwards is more hassle and sometimes costs more.
- Experience. You do not need any. The handover at collection covers the gas, the water, the electrics and the habitation controls, and owners are reachable during the hire if something is not obvious.
What “fully insured” means and what’s included
Every booking on campervanhire.com is insured — you are not arranging cover separately.
- The cover. Motor insurance for the named driver or drivers is arranged as part of the booking, along with breakdown assistance. The exact terms, including the damage excess (the amount you are liable for if the van is damaged), are set out on the listing and in the rental agreement before you pay.
- The deposit. Owners hold a refundable security deposit, usually on a credit card in the main driver’s name, released after the van comes back in good order.
- What comes with the van. Most hires include bedding, a kitchen kit, gas and camping chairs; some owners charge for a linen pack or extras like a bike rack. Check the “what’s included” list on the listing so you only pack what you need.
Read every listing’s insurance and deposit terms before booking — they vary by owner.
Campervan hire near you across the UK
If you would rather start from a city page, these cover the main pickup areas. Each links through to vehicles and local trip ideas for that area.
England — London · Manchester · Birmingham · Bristol · Leeds · Liverpool · Newcastle · Sheffield · York · Southampton · Nottingham · Yorkshire
Scotland — Edinburgh · Glasgow · Inverness · Aberdeen · Perth · Fort William
Wales — Cardiff · Swansea · Wales
Northern Ireland — Belfast
National parks and touring routes — Lake District · Peak District · Yorkshire Dales · New Forest · Snowdonia (Eryri) · North Wales · Pembrokeshire · North Coast 500
Planning the route as well as the van? See planning your road trip.
One-way and relocation hire
Some owners and operators let you collect in one place and drop off in another for a one-way fee — useful if you want to drive the length of Scotland or finish near an airport rather than doubling back. It is not offered on every vehicle; filter for it or check the listing.
Operators also run relocation deals from time to time — moving a van between depots at a low daily rate, sometimes with a fuel allowance, in exchange for tight dates and a set route. They come and go, so search close to when you want to travel.
Campervan and motorhome hire near me — FAQs
How do I find campervan hire near me?
Enter your postcode or town in the search box at the top of this page and set a collection radius — how far you will travel to pick the van up. You will see campervans and motorhomes from owners and operators within that distance, with prices for your dates. Widening the radius to 50 miles or more usually gives you a lot more choice for a short drive to collect.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan near me?
It depends mainly on the vehicle size, the season and how long you hire for. A small camper van is consistently the lowest-cost option and a large motorhome the most expensive; booking in the school holidays, especially August, costs noticeably more than spring or autumn; and the price per night usually drops the longer you book for. Rather than quote a figure that will not match your trip, enter your dates in the search above to see live prices from vehicles near you. See motorhome hire prices for more on what moves the price.
Can I drive a campervan or motorhome on a normal car licence?
Usually yes. A full UK car licence covers any vehicle up to 3,500 kg, which is almost every camper van and most 2 to 6-berth motorhomes. Only a few large motorhomes weigh more and need a C1 licence — the listing tells you if a vehicle is in that group.
What age do I need to be to hire a motorhome?
Age limits depend on Outdoorsy’s rules and the owner’s own policy, and many vehicles require the main driver to be 25 or over. Each listing states the owner’s age policy.
What does “fully insured” cover?
Motor insurance for the named driver or drivers is arranged as part of the booking, so you do not organise cover separately. 24/7 roadside assistance is an optional extra you can add when you book. The damage excess (what you are liable for if the vehicle is damaged) and the refundable security deposit are set out on the listing and in the rental agreement before you pay. Terms vary by owner, so read them for the specific vehicle.
What’s the difference between a campervan and a motorhome?
A campervan is a converted van — compact, easier to drive and park, usually with a simpler kitchen and often no fixed bathroom. A motorhome is larger and purpose-built, with more living space, a full kitchen and a bathroom, and typically more berths. On this site the words are often used interchangeably; the size and layout on each listing tell you what you are actually getting.
Can I hire a campervan with a dog?
Yes — many owners welcome dogs and set their vans up for travelling with pets. Filter for pet-friendly vehicles in the search and confirm the owner’s policy before you book. See dog-friendly campervan hire.
Can I pick up near me and drop off somewhere else?
On some vehicles. Owners and operators that allow one-way hire charge a fee for it, and it is shown on the listing — filter for one-way hire if that is what you need. Not every vehicle offers it.
How far in advance should I book?
For trips in July and August, book three to four months ahead — the vehicles closest to any given town go first, so early booking means either a nearer pickup or more choice. Outside the school holidays you can often book a few weeks out, and last-minute deals do appear.
Ready to see real vehicles and dates? Enter your postcode and travel dates in the search box at the top of this page.