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Campervan and Motorhome hire — East Midlands

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Motorhomes available for hire — East Midlands

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 — East Midlands

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 hire a campervan or motorhome in East Midlands

East Midlands — a region worth exploring

The East Midlands is home to the Peak District National Park, the first national park designated in the United Kingdom in 1951, covering 555 square miles of moorland, limestone dales, and gritstone edges. From the historic city of Lincoln, with its towering medieval cathedral visible from 25 miles away, to the lively streets of Nottingham — famous for its Robin Hood heritage — this region rewards those who explore at their own pace. The distance from Derby to Skegness on the Lincolnshire coast is roughly 100 miles, making it easy to combine countryside and seaside in a single trip. Head north from Northampton to Matlock Bath, around 90 miles, and you pass through rolling farmland before reaching the dramatic gorge of the Derwent Valley. Chatsworth House, Sherwood Forest, Rutland Water, and the National Space Centre in Leicester each offer a full day out, and they are spread widely enough to keep your itinerary varied. Quiet lanes wind between market towns such as Bakewell, Stamford, and Ashbourne, where you can park up and sample local produce. With Yescapa, you hire a campervan or motorhome directly from owners based across the East Midlands, giving you the flexibility to collect a vehicle close to your starting point and set off without delay.

Best time to visit

May to September is the most popular window for a campervan trip through the East Midlands, with long daylight hours ideal for walking in the Peak District. The Chatsworth Country Fair, held each September, draws visitors from across the country and is well worth timing your trip around. In late October, Nottingham's Goose Fair — one of Europe's oldest travelling fairs — brings colour and energy to the city. Shoulder months like April and October offer quieter roads and wider campsite availability. Through Yescapa, peer-to-peer pricing often means lower hire costs outside peak summer, so you can stretch your budget further on an East Midlands adventure.

The best road trips in East Midlands

To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.

The Peak District Loop

180 km 3–6 days

Start in Matlock and wind through the Peak District via Bakewell, Castleton, and Buxton on this 180 km loop. Pause at Mam Tor for sweeping views and explore the caverns at Castleton. Narrow lanes suit a campervan, and several campsites sit right on the route.

Robin Hood Trail

150 km 3–5 days

Follow 150 km from Nottingham through Sherwood Forest to Clumber Park and on to Southwell Minster. This short East Midlands route mixes legend with history. Motorhome-friendly parking is available at each major stop, with pitches near the forest.

Lincolnshire Coast and Wolds

300 km 5–8 days

Drive 300 km from Lincoln to Skegness, then north along the coast to Mablethorpe before looping inland through the Lincolnshire Wolds. Stop at Louth, one of the East Midlands' finest market towns. Coastal campsites offer full hook-ups for campervans and motorhomes.

Derwent Valley Heritage Route

350 km 5–8 days

Cover 350 km from Derby along the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site to Cromford, then north to Chatsworth House and across to Chesterfield. This East Midlands route traces the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. Campervan stops with facilities are plentiful.

Grand East Midlands Circuit

500 km 7–11 days

This 500 km circuit links Leicester, Rutland Water, Stamford, Lincoln, Nottingham, and Derby in one grand loop. You pass through gentle countryside, historic cities, and the southern Peak District. Motorhome pitches are easy to find along the entire route.

Shires and Shores Explorer

550 km 8–15 days

Stretch across 550 km from Northampton through Market Harborough, Melton Mowbray, and Oakham to the Lincolnshire coast, then return via Newark and Belvoir Castle. This extended East Midlands tour covers rolling farmland and seaside alike, with campervan-ready sites throughout.

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 road information in East Midlands

Recommended campsites

The East Midlands offers a wide spread of campsites, from well-equipped parks near the Lincolnshire coast to peaceful rural pitches in the Peak District. Many sites provide electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, and modern shower blocks suitable for both campervans and motorhomes. Whether you prefer a spot beside Rutland Water or a base near the East Midlands' market towns, you will find options to suit every style of trip.

  • Clumber Park Caravan Club Site WorksopElectric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, toilets, showers, laundry, woodland walks on-site
  • Chatsworth Park Caravan Club Site BakewellElectric hook-ups, toilets, showers, waste disposal, direct access to Chatsworth estate
  • Rutland Caravan and Camping OakhamGrass and hardstanding pitches, electric hook-ups, showers, fishing lake, shop
  • Skegness Water Leisure Park SkegnessFull-service pitches, heated pool, entertainment, laundry, close to beach
  • Rivendale Caravan and Leisure Park AshbourneElectric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, toilets, showers, scenic Peak District setting
  • Orchard Park Touring Caravan Park BostonElectric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, toilets, showers, quiet rural location near the Wash

What you need to know about roads and motorways in East Midlands

The M1 motorway runs through the heart of the East Midlands, connecting Northampton, Leicester, Nottingham, and Derby. There are no toll roads within the region itself, though the nearby M6 Toll in the West Midlands is close to the western border. Speed limits for motorhomes over 3.05 tonnes are 60 mph on motorways and 50 mph on single carriageway roads. The A-road network is well maintained, with the A46, A52, and A17 linking major towns to the Lincolnshire coast. Many Peak District roads are narrow and steep, so check your vehicle height and width before heading into the national park.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in East Midlands

Nikola
5 / 5

Amazing renter!

Nikola
5 / 5

Amazing renters!

Tim
5 / 5

Laura was very easy to communicate with and very helpful. Vehicle was very easy to drive. Presented in a very good condition and everything worked as expected. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a hassle free experience.

Charles
4 / 5

great van a few interior problems but apart from that all good

wayne thomas
4 / 5

check in took 1.40 hr! legible dirty outside with tape repairs to window and mirror paid for gas but when we got there found canister was empty and we had to replace ourselves

Ashleigh
5 / 5

Everything was amazing

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