Compare campervans, motorhomes and RVs to hire in England, listed by private owners and local hire businesses. See prices, photos and reviews for campervan hire in the UK, then book online with insurance included.
England runs from the Lake District’s fells and the Yorkshire Dales in the north to the New Forest and Cornwall’s coast in the south, with more pickup cities than anywhere else in the UK. Enter your England postcode on the search page, set how far you will travel to collect, and you will see insured campervans and motorhomes from owners and operators near you.
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Campervans and motorhomes for hire in England
The choice runs from 2-berth camper vans — a converted van that sleeps two and drives much like a large car — to 6-berth motorhomes with a full kitchen and bathroom. A berth is a sleeping space, so a 4-berth sleeps four.
For the Lake District’s passes and the narrower Peak District and Yorkshire Dales roads, a 2 or 4-berth is the easier, more flexible choice. The main routes between cities are fine for any size. See camper van hire and motorhome hire.
Price follows the same pattern wherever you hire: the smallest camper van is consistently the cheapest option, a 6-berth motorhome the most expensive, and the price per night usually drops the longer you book for. Booking in the school holidays, especially August, costs noticeably more than spring or autumn. Enter your dates on the search page for a real price rather than a generic average — see motorhome hire prices for more on what moves it.
Where to collect a campervan in England
Vehicles are listed across the country, with the widest choice around London and Manchester, and a growing network of city pickup points from the Midlands to the north. A 30–40 mile radius in the search widens your choice considerably from a smaller town.
Best places to go in England
- The Lake District — England’s largest national park, with road restrictions on some of its classic passes worth knowing before you go; see the dedicated Lake District page.
- The Peak District — the boundary starts at the edge of Sheffield, with Castleton, Bakewell and the Hope Valley close behind; see the dedicated Peak District page.
- The Yorkshire Dales — limestone valleys and quiet driving near Leeds and York; see the dedicated Yorkshire Dales page.
- The New Forest — free-roaming ponies and one of the best-served campsite networks in the country, close to Southampton; see the dedicated New Forest page.
- Cornwall and Devon — surf beaches and dramatic coastline in the far south west, an easy extension from Bristol.
Campervan hire in England — by city
London · Manchester · Birmingham · Bristol · Leeds · Liverpool · Newcastle · Sheffield · York · Southampton · Nottingham · Yorkshire · Cornwall · Devon · Essex · Kent · North West · Berkshire · Brighton · Norfolk · Derby · UK · or search any UK location on the main search page. · Carlisle · Leicester · Oxford · Portsmouth
Campsites in England
- Windermere Camping and Caravanning Club Site, Troutbeck Bridge — well-run, with a motorhome service point, close to Ambleside in the Lake District.
- Castleton Caravan and Motorhome Club Site — set in a bowl at the heart of the Peak District, right by the show caves.
- Long Meadow Campsite, in the heart of the New Forest — well set up for motorhomes, with Brockenhurst station nearby for rail links.
When to travel
July and August are the busiest, dearest weeks across the country and the closest vans book first — reserve three to four months ahead. Spring and September are cheaper, quieter and still good almost everywhere.
Campervan and motorhome hire in England — FAQs
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in England?
It depends mainly on the vehicle size, the season and how long you hire for. A small camper van is consistently the cheapest 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. Enter your dates on the search page to see live prices from vehicles near you. See motorhome hire prices for more on what moves the price.
Where can I pick up a campervan in England?
Owners list vehicles across the country, with the widest choice around London and Manchester and a growing network of city pickup points nationwide. A 30–40 mile radius in the search widens your choice from a smaller town.
Can I drive a motorhome on a normal car licence?
Yes, for almost all of them. A full UK car licence covers vehicles up to 3,500 kg — every camper van and most 2 to 6-berth motorhomes. The listing flags any that need a C1 licence.
What size campervan should I take to the Lake District or Peak District?
A 2 or 4-berth is the easier, more flexible choice for both — some Lake District passes are explicitly unsuitable for long or wide vehicles, and Peak District village centres narrow considerably in summer. See the dedicated Lake District and Peak District pages for route-specific advice.
Are there dog-friendly campervans in England?
Yes — many owners set their vans up for dogs. Filter for pet-friendly vehicles and check the owner’s policy. See dog-friendly campervan hire.
How far in advance should I book?
For July and August, three to four months ahead — the closest vehicles go first. Outside the school holidays, a few weeks is usually enough.