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Campervan and Motorhome hire — Greater Manchester

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Motorhomes available for hire — Greater Manchester

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 — Greater Manchester

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 Greater Manchester

Greater Manchester — a region worth exploring

Greater Manchester sits at the crossroads of northern England, where the Bridgewater Canal — the first true canal of the Industrial Revolution, opened in 1761 — still winds through the heart of the conurbation. This metropolitan county packs ten boroughs into roughly 1,276 square kilometres, giving you an extraordinary mix of urban culture and countryside escapes. From the Imperial War Museum North on Salford Quays to the cobbled streets of Rochdale's historic town centre, there is always something to discover. The Peak District National Park borders the eastern edge, meaning you can drive from Manchester city centre to the moorland plateau of Saddleworth Moor in under 30 minutes. Head north-west and Bolton is just 18 km from Wigan, yet the landscape shifts from mill-town heritage to the wetlands of Wigan Flashes. Families love the interactive galleries at the Museum of Science and Industry, while walkers are drawn to the West Pennine Moors above Ramsbottom. Cycling routes along the Fallowfield Loop and the Irwell Sculpture Trail connect green corridors that feel a world away from the motorway network. Hiring a campervan or motorhome through Yescapa connects you with local owners across Greater Manchester, so you can collect your vehicle close to home and set off without delay. Whether you choose a compact campervan for weekend jaunts or a larger motorhome for a longer tour, the peer-to-peer model keeps things flexible and personal.

Best time to visit

Greater Manchester comes alive from May to September, when longer days suit open-air events such as the Manchester International Festival, held every two years in July. Autumn brings the Rochdale Literature and Ideas Festival in October, ideal for a quieter cultural break. Campsites on the Pennine fringe tend to fill quickly in July and August, so booking your campervan or motorhome early is worthwhile. Outside peak months, Yescapa's peer-to-peer pricing often drops, giving you a more affordable hire while the region's museums, galleries and indoor markets remain open year-round across Greater Manchester.

The best road trips in Greater Manchester

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

The Pennine Edge Loop

130 km 3–5 days

Start in Oldham and trace the A670 towards Saddleworth, then loop through Marsden and Holmfirth before returning via the Woodhead Pass. Around 130 km of moorland roads with wide laybys suited to a campervan. Stop at Dovestone Reservoir and Standedge Tunnel for memorable walks across Greater Manchester's eastern fringe.

The West Pennine Moors Circuit

110 km 3–6 days

From Bolton, head north through Rivington with its ornamental gardens and pike summit, then continue to Darwen Tower and Turton Bottoms. This 110 km route through Greater Manchester's uplands is ideal for a compact campervan. Jumbles Country Park offers picnic spots, and several small campsites welcome tourers.

The Lancashire and Lakes Connector

280 km 5–8 days

Leave Salford on the M61, pass through Chorley and Lancaster, then enter the Lake District via Kendal. At roughly 280 km one way, a motorhome gives you the space for a week-long adventure. Highlights include Lancaster Castle and Morecambe Bay, with Greater Manchester as your convenient starting point.

The Peak District Grand Tour

320 km 5–8 days

Head east from Stockport into the Peak District, visiting Buxton, Bakewell and Castleton before looping back through Glossop. This 320 km circuit suits a motorhome and covers limestone dales, show caves and market towns. Greater Manchester's proximity means you can be among the peaks within an hour of departure.

The North-West Heritage Trail

480 km 7–11 days

From Greater Manchester, drive west to Liverpool's Albert Dock, north to Blackpool's promenade, then on to the Forest of Bowland AONB and the Yorkshire Dales. At 480 km, this campervan-friendly route links industrial heritage with open countryside. Allow time for Clitheroe's Norman keep and Settle's famous viaduct.

The Trans-Pennine Explorer

560 km 8–15 days

Cross from Greater Manchester to York via the M62, then head north to Fountains Abbey and Ripon before returning through Skipton and Burnley. This 560 km loop in a motorhome or campervan takes in cathedral cities, abbey ruins and Pennine valleys. Harrogate's spa town charm makes a perfect overnight stop.

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 Greater Manchester

Recommended campsites

Greater Manchester and its surrounding countryside offer a good range of campsites suited to both campervans and motorhomes. Along the Pennine fringe you will find sites with electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches and modern shower blocks, while closer to the urban centres there are smaller touring parks with waste disposal and fresh-water points. Booking ahead during summer weekends is a good idea, especially at sites near the Peak District border.

  • Hollingworth Lake Caravan Park LittleboroughElectric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, toilets, showers, lakeside walks nearby
  • Burrs Country Park Caravan Club Site BuryElectric hook-ups, hardstanding and grass pitches, modern toilet block, riverside setting
  • Rivington Barn Campsite HorwichGrass pitches, basic toilet and shower facilities, close to Rivington Pike trails
  • Higher Clough Foot Campsite WaterfootElectric hook-ups, water points, waste disposal, quiet Rossendale Valley location
  • Crowden Camping and Caravanning Club Site GlossopHardstanding and grass pitches, electric hook-ups, toilets, showers, Longdendale Trail access

What you need to know about roads and motorways in Greater Manchester

Greater Manchester is ringed by the M60 motorway, one of the few orbital motorways outside London, connecting all ten boroughs. The M62 crosses east to west and the M61 heads north towards Lancashire. Motorhomes under 3.5 tonnes follow standard UK speed limits — 70 mph on motorways and 60 mph on dual carriageways — while vehicles over 3.5 tonnes are limited to 60 mph on motorways and 50 mph on single carriageways. There are no toll roads within the county, though the nearby M6 Toll in Staffordshire accepts card and cash. Rest areas with services appear regularly along the M62 and M60.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Greater Manchester

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.

Gary
5 / 5

Ha sido un placer tratar con David y su pareja; son una pareja encantadora y muy educada, 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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