Campervan Hire in Yorkshire

Hiring a campervan or motorhome in Yorkshire

Ah Yorkshire. God's own country. The land of twisting country roads, big views and drystone walls. It's campervan holiday scenery perfection and an easy recipe for campervan holiday success. So, how to pick your van? When picking a campervan or motorhome rental it is important to consider accessibility and location. There’s a huge range of campervan rentals in Yorkshire meaning you can pick a hire company based on your destination and set off from a spot that offers the very best journey. Perhaps choose a campervan rental in the north, take a leisurely drive to York and then head on through the North York Moors or the Yorkshire Dales. Alternatively, you could choose a rental in the south west, pick up a motorhome to fit all the family and journey to the Peak District. There’s no shortage of great destinations to visit for those looking to get out of the city and enjoy some open green spaces. You may want to consider choosing a campervan rental which offers vans with bike racks or dog-friendly campervan hire to really kick up the adventure credentials of your trusty home on wheels.

VW Campervan hire in Yorkshire

Perhaps the best thing about campervan hire in Yorkshire is the variety of holiday locations available to you with its central location and good accessibility. This makes it a great base to start your vacation. With the huge variety of destinations to choose from, you can pick from all the best campsites in Yorkshire as well as those further afield. For example, there will be plenty of well-equipped campsites within a drivable distance for family campers in need of extra facilities as well as paired-back sites for experienced campers who prefer live life on the wilder side.

Often when we picture a campervan road trip we imagine the classic vintage VW camper. These are great for couples or smaller families of up to four. Their compact size makes them easier to drive and park and most have pop-top roofs that allow for more space, with children enjoying sleeping in the bed in the roof. Small campervans like this do offer slightly less comfort and generally will not have things like a toilet onboard.

For families with older children or those concerned about comfort, choosing a modern VW may be the best option with their larger size and mod-cons. In reality, these are also far more reliable than heading out in an old 1960s model. Those with three or more children will need a larger five or six-berth motorhome. Hiring a motorhome might be a better option for you if you are worried about the family having enough space as they will often feature a shower onboard and more seating space for the whole family to sit comfortably. If you're travelling outside of the warmer summer season, for instance, you might be glad of having that extra bit of 'indoor' space.

What do I need to hire a campervan in Yorkshire?

Whether you are hiring a private campervan or hiring from an established campervan hire company, there are a few items you should always take with you. Your driving license of course should be at the top of your list when hiring a campervan but vehicle hirers may have slightly different rules on who is eligible to hire a van, for example it may be based on the minimum age of the driver or the number of years you've had your driving license so this is worth checking online. The basic requirements to hire a campervan in Yorkshire are a driving license, at least two proofs of address and a clean driving record. You will also need to acquire a check in code from DVLA. Find out from your campervan hirer whether you need to get this yourself or if they will request it on your behalf. More information about what's needed to hire a campervan can be found here.