Taking a Motorhome or Campervan Holiday: Everything You Need to Know
If you’ve ever dreamed of hitting the open road, exploring new destinations at your own pace, and enjoying the freedom of having everything you need with you, a motorhome or campervan holiday could be the perfect choice. Whether you’re planning a short weekend getaway or a longer road trip across the UK, travelling by campervan gives you flexibility, comfort, and adventure all in one.
In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know before you set off — from what to expect, what to pack, and how to make the most of your journey. We’ll also introduce you to 365 Camper Hire, a trusted local company in Hampshire offering high-quality motorhome and campervan hire for unforgettable adventures.
Looking for campervan hire in Hampshire? Visit our homepage to explore our fleet.
Why Choose a Motorhome or Campervan Holiday?
- Freedom and flexibility: Go wherever the road takes you, without worrying about hotel check-ins.
- All-in-one convenience: With your kitchen, bathroom, and bed on board, you’ve got everything you need.
- Cost-effective travel: Save on accommodation and dining by cooking your own meals.
- Closer to nature: Stay at beautiful campsites, enjoy starry nights, and wake up to stunning views.
For families, couples, or groups of friends, a campervan or motorhome holiday is one of the best ways to travel.
What Do I Need to Know Before Hiring a Motorhome or Campervan?
See our full range of modern campervans and motorhomes
Driving Licence & Insurance Requirements
Most motorhomes and campervans can be driven on a standard UK driving licence. Always check with your hire company about insurance cover and any additional requirements. All 365camperhire.co.uk Motorhomes and Campervans can be driven with a standard B class driving licence
Campervan vs Motorhome: Which is Right for You?
Campervans are compact and easier to drive, while motorhomes offer more space and comfort — great for longer trips. Depending on the type of trip you wish to take will influence your choice of Campervan or Motorhome.
A single destination or fewer changes in stopover might suit a motorhome where you can enjoy more space. If there is just the 2 of you and or you want to travel place to place then consider a campervan as it will be easier to get around in.
Customers of ours have travelled to Scotland, down to Barcelona in both Motorhomes and Campervans and have experienced great times, so it just depends on what you think will suit your family nest.
Facilities and Comfort Onboard
Modern vehicles come fully equipped with sleeping areas, kitchens, showers, and entertainment systems. Companies like 365 Camper Hire provide high-specification, fully equipped motorhomes and campervans, ensuring you travel in comfort.
From luxury shower rooms to SMART TV’s, super warm heating cooking facilities, outdoor BBQ’s we at 365 Camper Hire have a van and facilities to make your trip special
Planning Campsites and Stopovers
Plan your route and research where you can park overnight. The UK has a huge range of campsites, from family-friendly parks to hidden countryside spots.
There are many suggestions on our site, and many websites to guide you on where to stay, get in touch for some ideas or recommendations.
What to Pack for Your Trip
Bring clothes for all weathers, outdoor gear, and any personal items you’ll need.
We at 365 Camper Hire will supply bedding, cookware, and cutlery. Camping chairs and Table, Outside awning or Gazebo, Gas to heat water and cook with.
If you’re travelling to the EU we provide the documents, Hi Viz, Bulbs and other items required for safe travel.
Choosing the Right Hire Company
When searching for motorhome rental near me in Hampshire or campervan rental near me in Hampshire, it’s important to choose a company that puts customers first. That’s where 365 Camper Hire comes in.
What Makes a Good Campervan Hire Service?
- A new and exciting local business, 365 Camper Hire has quickly become one of the top choices for camping van hire in Hampshire.
- In just its first year, the company has been hugely successful, receiving 5-star reviews on Google from many happy customers who loved the personal service and modern vehicles.
- Their fleet includes excellent, fully equipped, high-specification motorhomes and campervans, perfect for families, couples, or solo travellers.
- With a focus on customer service and value for money, 365 Camper Hire stands out as a trusted local provider for anyone looking to explore Hampshire and beyond.
We offer the best value for money campervan hire in Hampshire — check our Booking Page for details.
Why 365 Camper Hire Stands Out
Whether you’re a first-time hirer or a seasoned road tripper, you can feel confident knowing you’ll be looked after by a team passionate about making your holiday special.
365 Camper Hire: Hampshire’s Local 5-Star Choice
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Absolutely fabulous camper van easy and fun to drive spacious. So nice to be able to just pull in and take in the views. Very comfortable great sleep every night.
Our first time out will be definitely be using again. Would recommend Northumberland coast to any one lost to see.
Our first time out will be definitely be using again. Would recommend Northumberland coast to any one lost to see.
We hired a camper van through 365 Fleet Camper Hire and from start to finish the whole experience was smooth, easy, and stress-free. Richard was so helpful in guiding us to the right van for our needs, even giving us discounts for campsites and really useful tips on campervan life.
The van itself was spotless, fully equipped with everything we needed to cook (and enjoy a little wine 🍷😉). Bedding was offered, but we chose to take our own – honestly, he had thought of everything. It was also really easy to drive, which made the whole trip even better.
When we returned the van, Richard took a genuine interest in how we got on. I joked that I might suffer from claustrophobia, so he kindly showed us some of his other vans to help us get a feel for what we’d like to hire next time. And there will definitely be a next time!
I also met his dad on return – both were so friendly and easy to talk to. It really is a lovely, family-run local business that makes the whole process personal and enjoyable.
My only worry about leaving this review is that it might make it harder for me to book next time if everyone else rushes to hire from them! 😂
The van itself was spotless, fully equipped with everything we needed to cook (and enjoy a little wine 🍷😉). Bedding was offered, but we chose to take our own – honestly, he had thought of everything. It was also really easy to drive, which made the whole trip even better.
When we returned the van, Richard took a genuine interest in how we got on. I joked that I might suffer from claustrophobia, so he kindly showed us some of his other vans to help us get a feel for what we’d like to hire next time. And there will definitely be a next time!
I also met his dad on return – both were so friendly and easy to talk to. It really is a lovely, family-run local business that makes the whole process personal and enjoyable.
My only worry about leaving this review is that it might make it harder for me to book next time if everyone else rushes to hire from them! 😂
We had a very enjoyable trip in the Expedition 67 to Norfolk and Suffolk. Everything was great about the van and the service from Johnathan at 365. Would highly recommend
We had the best experience with 365 Camper Hire! From start to finish, everything was smooth and stress free. The camper van was spotless, fully equipped, and so comfortable it had everything we needed for our trip. Communication and service were excellent; the owner was friendly, helpful, and made the whole process really easy. We loved the freedom of travelling this way and will definitely be booking again. Highly recommend 365 Camper Hire to anyone looking for an amazing adventure!
The entire experience from start to finish was fantastic. First time hiring a camper, Jonathan talked us through options and best model for our needs (long weekend family camping festival) never felt like we were being sold too, just good friendly honest advice. Handover was superb, we were shown everything in detail and again the instruction booklet was very handy.
The camper itself was superb, clean, everything spot on.
Fantastic good old fashioned customer service, something which is rare to find nowadays.
We will be hiring another camper again next year and would 100% recommend Jonathan to anyone. Thanks again
The camper itself was superb, clean, everything spot on.
Fantastic good old fashioned customer service, something which is rare to find nowadays.
We will be hiring another camper again next year and would 100% recommend Jonathan to anyone. Thanks again
Excellent service, highly recommend. Jonathan was great to deal with and the motor home was well equipped. They had even purchased felt coverings to stop plates / cups etc rattling whilst driving, genius idea. We had permission to take the Motorhome to a festival as performers had a great time. Will definitely book again! Thank you
We took one of Jonathan’s camper vans to Scotland and had a wonderful time across several islands. Camper was ideal for smaller roads, ferries and the manual drive was very handy for some of the steeper roads, overall it drove very well and was very comfortable when parked up with all required mod cons required. Bed was very comfortable, even at 6’2”. Would definitely book again.
Jonathon and the team were brilliant showing me how to use the trekker X which I hired for the weekend, van was immaculate, they were ok the phone for any stupid questions and made for a great experience. Will be hiring again soon highly recommended.
The whole hire experience was fantastic - from start to finish we knew that we had everything that we needed for a great trip.
Pick-up and drop off was smooth, with a personal touch and the opportunity to ask any questions & the knowledge that help was only a call away.
Highly recommended!
Pick-up and drop off was smooth, with a personal touch and the opportunity to ask any questions & the knowledge that help was only a call away.
Highly recommended!
Hiring motorhome with 365camperhire was straightforward and smooth process. Jonathan would respond to any questions promptly and the home itself was great. Me and family enjoyed our stay in it. The home had everything we needed and no complications when using things. I would definitely recommend 365 camper hire and look forward to using them again. Thank you Jonathan
We hired a 4-berth motorhome from Jonathan for the Glastonbury Festival and couldn’t be happier. The whole process was smooth as can be. The booking was super easy and all done online, with Jonathan available on the phone when I needed to speak. Prices were very competitive too.
The motorhome itself was brand new, spotless, and fully loaded with everything we needed for a comfortable break away. Even though it was a 4-berth, it was just my partner and I, so we had loads of space to relax and enjoy the festival vibe in comfort.
Jonathan was friendly, helpful, and really courteous. He took the time to explain all the features in detail at pick-up, which made using the van a breeze. Drop-off was quick and hassle-free.
We’ll definitely be booking with 365camperhire again for our next adventure. Highly recommended!
The motorhome itself was brand new, spotless, and fully loaded with everything we needed for a comfortable break away. Even though it was a 4-berth, it was just my partner and I, so we had loads of space to relax and enjoy the festival vibe in comfort.
Jonathan was friendly, helpful, and really courteous. He took the time to explain all the features in detail at pick-up, which made using the van a breeze. Drop-off was quick and hassle-free.
We’ll definitely be booking with 365camperhire again for our next adventure. Highly recommended!
We had a fantastic experience hiring a campervan for Glastonbury. The van was high quality, clean, and perfect for the festival. Service was friendly, easygoing, and really flexible throughout.
Pick-up and drop-off were simple thanks to the convenient location, and pricing was very competitive. We also added extras like bedding and a battery pack (great for using a hairdryer!), which were super helpful.
Highly recommend – we’ll definitely use them again!
Pick-up and drop-off were simple thanks to the convenient location, and pricing was very competitive. We also added extras like bedding and a battery pack (great for using a hairdryer!), which were super helpful.
Highly recommend – we’ll definitely use them again!
Vehicle was superb, very new and clean, and drove well. Jonathan was very helpful, accommodating our changes to the schedule and helping us on our tour. Highly recommend 365 and will use the company again for our future holidays.
Hi Jonathan, just to let you know what a great time we had in the campervan, so nice to get a great service AND a great deal too. The campervan was so clean inside and very well equipped, you have set it up very well, all we needed to do was to put our clothes and personal items in the campervan and head off! The van was almost new and had been kept in great condition. It was so nice that you were there to help us with our questions on our first campervan trip. We will certainly be back to see you again in the not to distant future. You've got us hooked for the campervan holiday life!
Thanks again to you and your team.
Kind regards,
Christine & James.
Thanks again to you and your team.
Kind regards,
Christine & James.
Fantastic experience ! We have always liked the idea of buying a camper van but we’re nervous to take the plunge so decided to hire one to try it out. We found 365Camperhire via a Google search and they seemed reasonably priced and had almost exactly the camper we were looking to buy for hire which was brand new. Pick up was super simple and Jonathan showed us round the camper and put us at ease. Much easier than we thought and we had no issues with the camper. Returned it on time and had my deposit returned well within the advertised time frame. Really pleased to have found 365Campervan hire and highly recommend them first class !
Thanks Jonathan for your patience and professionalism while we had our lovely first motorhome holiday, very flexible with pick up/drop off times, very clean and fully stocked with everything you need, we only took our toothbrush and clothes
Looking forward for our next campervan experience !
Looking forward for our next campervan experience !
Had an amazing time in our motor home touring Scotland last 2 weeks, weather helped it was glorious. Lovely new motor home with everything we needed for our holiday. Italy next !
Jonathan was very helpful from the start of the booking process all the way through the trip on hand to answer any questions even when we were on road and needed something explaining. Now that's service for you. The van was in excellent condition and very well equiped plus a few extras so no complaints at all. Highly recommend 365camperhire you won't be disappointed.
Response from the owner 12:23 17 May 25
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that we were able to support you throughout your journey — from booking right through to your time on the road. We take pride in making sure our vans are in top condition and well-equipped, so it's great to know you had everything you needed (and more!). We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back to 365CamperHire for another adventure soon!
A great few days for our first experience of campervanning. We hired the Autotrail 67 from Johnathon, who was most helpful from the booking process, to handover, to availability whilst away for any questions we had. Perfect vehicle for the 2 of us and pooch. In pristine condition, and well kitted out with thoughtful extras. Who doesn't love a wine gum! Would definitely recommend. Thank you Jonathan.
Response from the owner 12:24 17 May 25
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We're so pleased to hear your first campervan experience was a great one. The Auto-Trail 67 is a fantastic choice, and it's great to know it suited you and your pooch perfectly. I am delighted to hear your kind words – we are always happy to help wherever he can. And yes, wine gums are a must! 😊 We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again for another adventure soon.
We had a wonderful Easter Campervan break. Jonathan was friendly, helpful, quick to reply to all my emails and questions and really accommodating. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a bit of adventure! Looking forward to next time! Thank you 365 Camperhire!
Response from the owner 12:25 17 May 25
Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad you had a wonderful Easter campervan break. I am really pleased to hear your kind feedback —I always aim to make the experience smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. We truly appreciate the recommendation and can't wait to welcome you back for your next adventure. See you next time, and thank you from all of us at 365 Camperhire!
Excellent communications. Clear, concise and easy to understand instructions. Very good, short tutorial videos included in the booking too which were very useful.
Jonathan met for a quick and jolly handover. All very simple.
Very well equipped and catered for Motorhome. All requirements thought of and supplied. Highly recommended.
Jonathan met for a quick and jolly handover. All very simple.
Very well equipped and catered for Motorhome. All requirements thought of and supplied. Highly recommended.
Response from the owner 12:27 17 May 25
Thank you for the great feedback! We're really glad to hear you found the communication clear and the tutorial videos helpful — we know how important it is to feel confident before setting off. I am pleased to know you think the handover went smoothly and left a good impression! It’s great to hear the motorhome had everything you needed, and we truly appreciate the recommendation. Hope to see you again for another adventure soon!
Super friendly and professional staff, providing plenty of information before, during, and after the hire. The van was spotless, and the experience was fantastic. Highly recommended!
Response from the owner 12:27 17 May 25
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you had a fantastic experience and found our team friendly, professional, and informative throughout. It's great to know the van met your expectations and arrived spotless for your trip. We really appreciate the recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for your next adventure!
The service from 365CamperHire is second to none! We rented a campervan for a month to travel around Europe, and it was practically brand new with only 1,000 miles on it when we picked it up. We added nearly 4,000 more during our journey! Everything we needed was already onboard, making the trip seamless. We’ll definitely be booking again next year for our next European adventure. Huge thanks to Jonathan for being on call whenever we needed assistance.
Response from the owner 12:29 17 May 25
Thank you for the amazing review! We're so pleased to hear you had such a seamless and memorable European adventure in one of our campervans. It’s fantastic to know the van served you well for nearly 4,000 miles — that’s what it’s built for! I am thrilled to hear your kind words; I'm always happy to support our customers every step of the way. We can’t wait to welcome you back next year for your next journey. Until then, safe travels from all of us at 365CamperHire! - Jonathan
We found our ideal campervan with 365CamperHire! The van was nearly new, impeccably clean, and fully equipped. As first-time renters, we truly appreciated the support and guidance from the 365CamperHire team. From our initial inquiry to pick-up, mid-hire assistance, and drop-off, their service was both friendly and professional. I cannot rate 365CamperHire highly enough
Response from the owner 12:29 17 May 25
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear you found your ideal campervan and that everything from cleanliness to equipment met your expectations. It's especially great to know that, as first-time renters, you felt supported throughout the entire process — that’s exactly what we aim for. Your kind words mean a lot to the whole team, and we truly appreciate the high recommendation. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another adventure! - Jonathan
We rented the Expedition 67 camper from 365camperhire.co.uk and had an amazing time! It was equipped with everything we needed, and the thoughtful details made it even better. We highly recommend it for anyone planning a road trip—it was such a fantastic adventure, and we'd definitely book with 365camperhire.co.uk again without hesitation!
Response from the owner 12:30 17 May 25
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing time in the Expedition 67 — it's always great to know the little details helped make your trip even better. We really appreciate the recommendation and are so glad you’d choose to book with us again. Looking forward to helping you plan your next fantastic adventure!
What a wonderful set up... Van are so comfy and clean. Can't wait to set out again for our next trip.
Response from the owner 12:30 17 May 25
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We're so glad you found the van clean and comfortable — that’s exactly what we aim for. It’s great to hear you're already looking forward to your next trip, and we can't wait to have you back on the road with us again soon!
Tips for the Perfect Campervan or Motorhome Trip
- Plan, but stay flexible: Have a rough itinerary, but leave room for spontaneous stops.
- Practice parking: If you’re new to driving larger vehicles, get comfortable with manoeuvring before your trip.
- Enjoy the journey: The beauty of campervan travel is that the journey is part of the adventure.
- Book campsites early: Especially in peak season, popular spots can fill up quickly.
Start Your Journey with 365 Camper Hire
A motorhome or campervan holiday is one of the most rewarding ways to travel. With the right vehicle and a spirit of adventure, you’ll make memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re searching for campervan hire or motorhome rental near me in Hampshire, look no further than 365 Camper Hire. With their modern fleet, excellent service, and glowing reviews, they are the perfect choice for your next road trip.
Start planning your adventure today, and get ready to discover the freedom of the open road!
Ready to start your adventure? Book your campervan today
- Why Choose a Motorhome or Campervan Holiday: Traveling by campervan offers freedom, convenience, cost savings, and a closer connection to nature, making it an ideal choice for families, couples, or groups.
- Important Considerations Before Hiring: Check driving license and insurance requirements, choose between a campervan or motorhome based on your needs, and plan your camping and packing essentials in advance.
- Facilities and Comfort Onboard: Modern campervans and motorhomes come fully equipped with sleeping, cooking, and bathroom facilities, ensuring a comfortable travel experience.
- Planning Your Route and Stopovers: Research campsites and scenic spots for overnight stays, and plan your route to balance sightseeing with rest, ensuring a smooth trip.
- Start Your Journey with 365 Camper Hire: Enjoy top-quality, well-equipped vehicles and excellent service from a trusted local Hampshire company, making your campervan holiday memorable.
