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Campervan and Motorhome hire — Manchester

Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Manchester and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners — from compact campervans for 2, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexible booking, competitive prices and insurance included.

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Motorhomes available for hire — 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 — 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 choose Manchester for your road trip

Manchester — a city worth exploring

Manchester's iconic Beetham Tower rises 169 metres above the city, making it the tallest building in the UK outside London when it was completed in 2006. This former industrial powerhouse has reinvented itself as a cultural capital, home to the Science and Industry Museum, which occupies the world's oldest surviving passenger railway station. You can wander through the Northern Quarter's independent shops and street art, catch a performance at the Royal Exchange Theatre housed in a striking glass-and-steel module, or explore the Imperial War Museum North designed by Daniel Libeskind on the banks of the Manchester Ship Canal. The city's sporting heritage is legendary — the National Football Museum at Urbis showcases the beautiful game's history, while Old Trafford and the Etihad Stadium draw fans from across the globe. For a change of scenery, the Peak District National Park begins just 40 km to the south-east, and the historic city of Chester sits roughly 65 km to the south-west, both easily reached by road. Manchester's surrounding landscape of rolling hills and open moorland makes it a brilliant base for exploring the north of England by campervan or motorhome. With Yescapa, you hire directly from local owners who know the area, so you can pick up your campervan and set off with insider tips on the best routes and overnight spots.

Best time to visit

Manchester comes alive in summer, when events like the Manchester International Festival in July fill the city with theatre, music and art. Autumn brings the Manchester Food and Drink Festival in October, a treat for anyone touring by campervan. Booking a motorhome through Yescapa during spring or early autumn often means more choice from local owners and competitive hire prices, as demand is lighter than in peak summer. Whenever you visit, Manchester's year-round cultural calendar means there is always something worth stopping for.

Top getaways from Manchester

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

Manchester to the Lake District

160km northwest 3–6 days

Head 160 km north-west from Manchester into the Lake District National Park. Spend time in Windermere for lake cruises and Keswick for fell walks. Stop at Ambleside for local cafés and waterside campervan pitches with mountain views. Allow three to six days to explore at a relaxed pace.

Manchester to the Cotswolds

250km south 5–8 days

Travel 250 km south from Manchester through the Cotswolds' honey-coloured villages. Visit Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold, pausing at Stratford-upon-Avon en route. Motorhome-friendly parking is available in most market towns. Five to eight days lets you enjoy the countryside without rushing.

Manchester to Liverpool

56km west 2–4 days

A short 56 km drive west from Manchester brings you to Liverpool's waterfront. Explore the Royal Albert Dock and the Beatles Story museum. Campervan parking is easy to find near the city centre. Two to four days gives you time to enjoy both cities' music and food scenes.

Manchester to the Peak District

40km southeast 2–4 days

Just 40 km south-east of Manchester, the Peak District offers dramatic moorland and limestone dales. Walk through Castleton's caverns and visit the spa town of Buxton. Several campsites welcome campervans with electric hook-ups. Two to four days is ideal for hiking and scenic drives.

Manchester to Edinburgh

300km north 5–8 days

Cover 300 km north from Manchester to Edinburgh, passing through the Yorkshire Dales and the Scottish Borders. Stop at Carlisle's medieval castle and explore the Royal Mile on arrival. Plan five to eight days and book motorhome pitches ahead during the summer festival season.

Manchester to York

130km northeast 3–6 days

Drive 130 km north-east from Manchester to the walled city of York. Visit York Minster and the Jorvik Viking Centre, then stroll along the Shambles. Campervan-friendly sites sit just outside the city walls. Three to six days lets you take in the surrounding North York Moors too.

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 Manchester

Recommended campsites

The countryside surrounding Manchester offers a fine selection of campsites suited to both campervans and motorhomes. You will find sites with electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, shower blocks and waste disposal points within easy reach of the city. From the rolling farmland of Lancashire to the edges of the Peak District, these sites put you close to nature while keeping Manchester's attractions a short drive away.

  • Abbey Farm Caravan Park Ormskirk (40km northwest)Electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, toilets, showers, waste disposal
  • Lamb Cottage Caravan Park Glossop (25km southeast)Electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, toilets, showers, laundry facilities
  • Bardons Caravan and Camping Site Lymm (25km southwest)Electric hook-ups, grass pitches, toilets, showers, on-site shop
  • Hayfield Camping and Caravanning Club Site Hayfield (27km southeast)Electric hook-ups, hardstanding and grass pitches, toilets, showers, chemical disposal point
  • Hollingworth Lake Caravan Park Littleborough (22km northeast)Electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, toilets, showers, lakeside walks nearby

Where to park your motorhome

Manchester's city centre has height-restricted multi-storey car parks, so larger motorhomes and campervans should use Park and Ride facilities on the Metrolink network. These offer spacious bays and direct tram links into the centre. Overnight parking in the city is generally not permitted without prior arrangement, so plan to return to a campsite for the evening.

  • Manchester Arndale Car Park, Adjacent to the city — Central multi-storey car park with a 2.1 m height limit — suitable for smaller campervans only. Direct access to the Arndale shopping centre.
  • Metrolink Park and Ride – Radcliffe, 13km north — Free parking with regular tram services into Manchester city centre, roughly 11 km north. Open bays with no height barrier, suitable for larger vehicles.
  • Metrolink Park and Ride – Sale Water Park, 8km south — Free Park and Ride roughly 8 km south-west of the centre. No height restriction and easy tram access to Deansgate and Piccadilly.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Manchester

Gary
5 / 5

Ha sido un placer tratar con Daniel y su familia; son personas encantadoras, muy educadas 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.

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.

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