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Campervan and Motorhome hire — Chippenham

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Motorhomes available for hire — Chippenham

From sleek A-class models to versatile coachbuilts and low-profiles, there’s a motorhome for every adventure—whether you need a compact getaway for two or a spacious multi-berth for the whole family.

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Campervans available for hire — Chippenham

The campervan is the ultimate all-rounder. Effortlessly practical and built for freedom, it’s just as at home navigating tight city streets as it is exploring the heart of the countryside.

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Why choose Chippenham for your road trip

Chippenham — a city worth exploring

Chippenham's historic Yelde Hall has stood at the heart of the town's market square since the fifteenth century, making it one of the oldest timber-framed buildings in Wiltshire. Sitting on the banks of the River Avon, Chippenham offers easy access to some of England's most celebrated landmarks. Lacock Abbey, a thirteenth-century monastery turned country house famously used as a filming location for Harry Potter, lies just 5 km to the south. The Avebury Stone Circle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site older than Stonehenge, is roughly 25 km to the east. Within the town itself, the Chippenham Museum tells the story of local life from Saxon times, while the Neeld Community Arts Centre hosts live theatre, music and cinema throughout the year. The surrounding countryside is ideal for exploring by road — the A4 follows the old coaching route towards Bath, and the Cotswolds sit to the north with their honey-coloured villages and rolling hills. Roads around Chippenham are generally well-suited to larger vehicles, though some lanes near Lacock and Castle Combe narrow considerably. With Yescapa, you can hire a campervan or motorhome directly from a local owner, giving you the freedom to set your own pace and discover Wiltshire's market towns, ancient monuments and green valleys without the constraints of a fixed itinerary.

Best time to visit

Chippenham comes alive in July during the Folk Festival, a weekend of live music, dance and workshops that draws visitors from across the country. The Chippenham Christmas market in December transforms the town centre with local food stalls and crafts. Summer months are the busiest for campsites across Wiltshire, so booking your campervan early through Yescapa is a smart move — peer-to-peer pricing often works out more affordable than traditional hire, especially outside peak weeks. Spring and autumn bring quieter roads and comfortable driving conditions, perfect for a motorhome tour of the Cotswolds and the Avon valley.

Top getaways from Chippenham

Chippenham is the perfect base for exploring the region by motorhome or campervan. Here are our 6 must-see getaways

Chippenham to Bath

19km west 1–3 days

Just 19 km west along the A4, Bath rewards you with the Roman Baths and the Royal Crescent. Stop at Corsham Court en route for its Elizabethan gardens. Campervan parking is available at Bath Marina and Caravan Park on the city's western edge, making an overnight stay straightforward.

Chippenham to Castle Combe and the Southern Cotswolds

40km north 1–4 days

Head 12 km north to Castle Combe, often called England's prettiest village, then continue 40 km through the southern Cotswolds via Tetbury and Malmesbury. Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, is a worthwhile detour. Lanes can be narrow, so a compact campervan works best here.

Chippenham to Salisbury and the New Forest

110km southeast 3–5 days

Drive 110 km south-east through Devizes and across Salisbury Plain to visit Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral. Continue into the New Forest for open heathland and wild ponies. Motorhome-friendly campsites are plentiful around Fordingbridge and Ringwood.

Chippenham to the Jurassic Coast

150km southwest 3–6 days

Cover 150 km south-west to reach Dorset's Jurassic Coast. Explore Lyme Regis for fossil hunting and Durdle Door for dramatic limestone arches. Campervan pitches at Freshwater Beach Holiday Park sit right on the clifftop near Burton Bradstock.

Chippenham to the Brecon Beacons and South Wales

220km west 5–8 days

Travel 220 km west into Wales, crossing the Severn Bridge to reach the Brecon Beacons National Park. Hike Pen y Fan, paddle on Llangorse Lake and visit the market town of Abergavenny. Several campsites near Brecon welcome motorhomes with full hook-ups.

Chippenham to the North Devon Coast

260km southwest 5–8 days

A 260 km drive south-west brings you to Woolacombe and Ilfracombe on the North Devon coast. Surf at Croyde Bay, walk the coastal path to Morte Point and sample cream teas in Clovelly. Book a campervan pitch at Damage Barton for easy beach access.

Rent a campervan on Yescapa: how does it work?

Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.

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Find the perfect vehicle

Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!

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Confirm your booking

Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.

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Go on an adventure

On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.

Return

All good things must come to an end...

Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!

Campsites and parkings for recreational vehicles in Chippenham

Recommended campsites

Chippenham sits in a rural part of Wiltshire with a good choice of campsites in the surrounding countryside. Whether you prefer a quiet farm pitch or a site with full facilities, you will find options within a short drive. Most sites offer electric hook-ups, drinking water and waste disposal suitable for both campervans and motorhomes, and several are open year-round.

  • Piccadilly Caravan Park Lacock (5km south)Electric hook-ups, toilets, showers, waste disposal, Wi-Fi
  • Alham Farm Campsite Biddestone (6km west)Grass pitches, electric hook-ups, water points, chemical disposal
  • Plough Lane Caravan Site Kington Langley (5km north)Hardstanding pitches, electric hook-ups, toilets, showers
  • Brokerswood Holiday Park Westbury (22km south)Electric hook-ups, showers, toilets, playground, woodland walks
  • Devizes Camping and Caravanning Club Site Devizes (18km southeast)Hardstanding and grass pitches, electric hook-ups, showers, toilets, laundry

Where to park your motorhome

Chippenham has several car parks in the town centre that can accommodate larger vehicles during the day, though height barriers apply at some multi-storey facilities. For overnight stays, dedicated motorhome stopovers in the surrounding area are your best option. Always check signage for any restrictions on vehicle length or overnight parking before settling in.

  • Borough Parade Car Park, Adjacent to the city — Central pay-and-display car park close to the high street. Open bays suit shorter campervans, but check the 2.1 m height barrier at the entrance.
  • Sadlers Mead Car Park, Adjacent to the city — Surface-level car park near the river with no height restrictions. Suitable for larger vehicles during daytime visits.
  • Monkton Park Car Park, 1km north — Spacious car park beside Monkton Park with open-air bays. Good for motorhomes needing extra room, though overnight stays are not permitted.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Chippenham

Luca
4 / 5

Ottimo camper, semplice da guidare. Esperienza positiva

Kersti
5 / 5

Beyond happy with the whole experience. The motorhome was very comfy and had everything we needed for our little girls camping trip. More importantly the owners were extremely friendly and beyond helpful at all times with the vehicle, the routes, the airport pickups and dropp offs and many many more things! All and all very happy with this experience!

richard
5 / 5

The experience was seemles from start to finish. Handover was very straightforward with all the major information required exchanged. Fabian the owner remained available during the trip for any issues that may arise. The vehicle was as advertised and in very good condition. Very nice camping caravan, equipped with everything that you could need. The return process was straightforward when returning vehicle. Also my car was kept securley stored at the location for arrival and drop off. Overall very good experience and i would highly recommend and use again in the future.

Nicholas Gerrard J
5 / 5

We really enjoyed our travels around Brittany in Clarisse's camper van. It was comfortable and easy to drive and had everything we needed for our holiday. Clarisse explained everything clearly to us before we set off.

Matthew
5 / 5

A really positive experience from start to finish.

Gary
5 / 5

Ha sido un placer tratar con Javier y su pareja; son una pareja encantadora, muy educada y con una excelente comunicación. Cuidaron nuestra autocaravana como si fuera suya y la devolvieron a tiempo, en perfectas condiciones y muy limpia. Los recomendamos ampliamente. Muchas gracias de parte de Gary y Michelle.

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