Yorkshire Campervan Hire

Campervan hire in Yorkshire

Yorkshire Campervan Hire is a British company specialising in the hire of luxury-converted campervans. Its fleet consists of Volkswagen Transporter T6.1 Highline units, in long-wheelbase (LWB) and short-wheelbase (SWB) versions, with 150 bhp and DSG automatic transmission, or similar models. The company states that its campers are less than three years old and that, although the specific make and model may change over time, the interior layout remains the same.

The business is aimed at those who want to travel around the UK and Europe in a fully equipped van, with the option of travelling with a pet for an additional charge.

Camper equipment

The vehicles include a pop-up roof bed with a matching mattress, and a second bed on the lower level. The interior equipment comprises a sink with running water, one or two gas hobs and a microwave in certain models depending on the layout. They also have a fridge, where the company suggests storing drinks and ice.

The hire does not include gas, kitchenware or utensils, an aspect the company notes is reflected in its terms and conditions and in the price of the service.

Hire conditions

• Fully comprehensive insurance for the policyholder and named drivers.
• Cover for use in the UK and Europe.
• 150-mile daily limit, with a cost of £0.80 per additional mile.
• £1,000 excess for drivers aged 25 and over.
• Exclusion of drivers under 25 and over 75.
• At least two years of driving experience required.
• Option to travel with a dog for £35.
• £1,000 security deposit, payable on collection by bank transfer or card.

Booking and hire process

Booking is done online: the user selects the duration through the booking option and the company assigns the vehicle. The website offers a travel inspiration section, called "Campspiration" by the company, with destination ideas such as the Yorkshire Dales or the beaches of Newquay. The company encourages customers to share photos of their trips on Instagram mentioning its account.

Customer reviews

The site includes testimonials from users who describe the vans as modern, clean and comfortable, and highlight how easy they are to drive both on main roads and country lanes. Several customers mention adaptive cruise control as a useful feature on long journeys. The service received during booking and hire is also praised, with questions answered from customers with no previous camper experience. Destinations mentioned in the testimonials include Llandudno, the Cotswolds, Kielder, Bamburgh, Bishop Auckland, Barnard Castle, Hawes, Malham and Harrogate.

Team and background

The company team consists of Sara Sayar, sales executive; Eli Topp, chief executive officer; and Eva Topp, head of finance. The website also includes an informative section on the historical origin of campervans, which it traces back to 1947 with the idea of Dutch importer Ben Pon based on the motorised carts used at the Volkswagen factory in Wolfsburg.

Location and contact

Units 1-4 Axholme Farm Cattal, York, YO268DY · Phone: 0113 8702300 · Email: info@yorkshirecampervanhire.uk