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Compare campervan hire in Gloucester for weekend breaks, family road trips and longer touring holidays.

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TL Camper Hire
📍 Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 📞 01452 524234

Family-run campervan hire business based near the centre of Gloucester between junctions 11 and 12 of the M5. Offers three campervans (Eric, Claude and Hector) sleeping 4, from £100 per night. Includes insurance, breakdown assistance, generous mileage allowance and pet-friendly options. Close to the Cotswolds.

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M5 Leisure
📍 Hayden Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 0SN 📞 01242 373373

Motorhome and campervan dealer and hire company based in Cheltenham, just off the M5. Campervan hire fleet includes Citroën Relay campervans from £90/night and Sunlight models from £120/night. All vehicles come fully equipped with kitchen and bathroom facilities. Also sells new and pre-owned motorhomes.

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Moore's Campers
📍 Unit 2, Charfield Mills, New Street, Charfield, South Gloucestershire, GL12 8ES 📞 07871052424

Gloucestershire campervan hire specialist just north of Gloucester, with modern campers for weekend escapes and longer touring breaks. It suits Gloucester travellers who want a well-equipped van and a straightforward M5 pickup.

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Happy Valley Campers
📍 60 Alstone Lane, Cheltenham, GL51 8HE 📞 07840 557179

Cheltenham-based VW campervan hire for Gloucester-area road trips, with well-equipped vans, unlimited mileage and year-round bookings. It is a handy option for weekends in the Cotswolds, the Forest of Dean and wider UK touring.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does campervan hire cost in Gloucester?
Campervan hire in Gloucester typically costs £80 to £150 per day for a classic VW camper, and £100 to £200 per day for a modern campervan or motorhome. Weekly rates offer better value at £500 to £1,200. Prices peak in July and August, with off-season rates sometimes half the summer price. Most hire includes a mileage allowance of around 100 to 150 miles per day, with excess miles charged at 10p to 20p each. A security deposit of £500 to £1,500 is standard, refundable on safe return. Insurance is usually included but check the excess, as it can be £1,000 or more for drivers under 25.
What licence do I need to hire a campervan?
If you passed your car driving test before 1 January 1997, you can drive campervans and motorhomes up to 7.5 tonnes on your Category C1 entitlement. If you passed after that date, you are limited to vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes on a standard Category B car licence, which covers most smaller campervans and motorhomes. For larger motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes, you need a C1 licence which requires a separate test. Most hire companies in Gloucester have vehicles under 3.5 tonnes specifically for drivers with standard licences. The minimum age to hire is usually 21 or 25, with some companies charging a young driver surcharge for under-25s.
What is included in campervan hire?
Most campervan hire in Gloucester includes the vehicle with comprehensive insurance, a mileage allowance, breakdown cover and basic equipment such as crockery, cutlery, cooking utensils and bedding. Many also provide a portable toilet, outdoor furniture and a leisure battery with hook-up cable for campsite electrics. Some include bikes, awnings and outdoor cooking equipment. Fuel is usually not included and the campervan should be returned with the same fuel level as collection. Always check what is included before booking, as extras like bike racks, child seats and pet-friendly options may cost extra. A thorough handover showing how everything works is standard with reputable hirers.
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Campervan hire in Gloucester makes sense because the city sits on the edge of several very different road-trip landscapes. Visit Gloucester highlights that the Forest of Dean can be reached in around 15 minutes, with the wider Wye Valley less than half an hour away, while the Cotswolds are also an easy onward option. That gives renters a genuine choice between woodland, river scenery, market towns and longer touring routes without spending the first day of the trip on motorways.

The official Forest of Dean and Wye Valley tourism site is especially useful for planning because it points visitors towards structured driving ideas rather than vague wandering. It features routes such as the 20-mile Royal Forest Route and the historic Wye Tour, alongside longer scenic drives with stop-off points for attractions, food and overnight stays. That matters when choosing a van size or spec: a compact camper may suit a short scenic break with pub stops and walks, while a larger motorhome is better if you are building in multi-night campsite stays and carrying bikes, outdoor kit or family gear.

When comparing Gloucester campervan hire options, look closely at collection times, mileage terms, insurance excess, bedding and kitchen kit, and whether the owner or depot expects the vehicle to be returned cleaned and fuelled. It is also worth checking where you will park your own car during the trip and whether the van is better suited to tight Cotswold lanes or broader touring routes through the Forest and Wye Valley. The best local hires are usually the ones that make the start and end of the journey simple, leaving you free to enjoy the places Gloucester reaches so easily.