Driving a classic camper is slightly different to a modern car, but straightforward once you get used to it.

Classic VWs are not intended to be driven in a hurry. They are best on a leisurely drive, giving you the opportunity to appreciate our beautiful countryside. If you spot somewhere nice, pull up safely, hop into the back and put the kettle on. This is all about enjoying the journey, not just the destination.

A camper van's top speed is around 60mph, but slower up hills or on twisting roads. Think about how far you can realistically travel when you collect your camper from us. There are some great places to pitch up within a 2 hour journey from us, and we've be delighted to advise on some of our favourite campsites.

‘The Vans’ all have comprehensive insurance for the first and any other named drivers.  Insurance is only for ‘the Van’. The interior equipment and other items as specified in the ‘Van Handbook’ are not covered by the Insurance and any damage will incur costs in addition to the Excess.

Failing to provide information may invalidate your insurance and render you liable for all losses howsoever sustained including claims by third parties.

You must provide true and complete information for our insurers as requested on the booking and insurance form (paper form and online) at least 10 days before the hire period commences.

If you make your hire booking less than 10 days before the hire is due to commence, all information required by the insurance company must be provided at the time of booking. This is to ensure that the insurance company can confirm they are willing to insure your chosen driver(s). Failure to provide this information within the time specified may result in us being unable to proceed with your booking. Should you fail to provide the required information in time and your booking is cancelled as a consequence, our policy on cancellation fees as set out above applies.

• Full comprehensive insurance for one driver with £500 excess (additional driver £10 per day)
• 24hrs nationwide breakdown cover.
• Free parking for one car/booking.  Your car will be parked at your own risk.
• Unlimited mileage within 100 mile radius of Happier Campers HQ.
• Camping essentials

Yes. We welcome small dogs but they are not allowed on the seats or sleeping areas. We charge £25 per hire. This is for additional cleaning.

Pets must be disclosed on our ‘Booking Form’ and only pets that we confirm are acceptable may be brought into ‘the Van’.

All damage, however caused by your animals, will be charged to you. You undertake to comply with current law concerning the carriage of animals when travelling in ‘the Van’ at all times.

Pets must never be left alone or unsupervised in ‘the Van’.

If you have any difficulties report these immediately to us. In the event of breakdown, recovery or repair services will be provided. All ‘the Vans’ have AA relay.

If you incur any minor repair bills (reasonably incurred rectifying mechanical failure to the drive train and engine of the vehicle) we will reimburse you up to £50. This will not include repairs to audio equipment. Just produce your valid VAT receipt on the completion of your hire (provided the hirer was not directly responsible for any damage).

Repairs costing in excess of £50 must be authorised by us PRIOR to the work being undertaken.

A replacement van may be offered but this will be subject to availability. Where a replacement is not available we will be liable for refunding your hire charge for any days you lose the total use of the vehicle.

Where we are able to provide a replacement vehicle, you will need to return to our premises, preferably with the AA Relay service returning your original ‘Van’, to collect a replacement vehicle.

If you have caused the breakdown through your own actions you will be liable for all costs incurred and we will not refund you any unused days of hire.

If you have broken down you must remain at a safe distance from ‘the Van’ until the AA Recovery Vehicle arrives. You may not abandon ‘the Van’ at the roadside. You must hand over the keys to the authorised AA Recovery Vehicle Driver.

If you abandon ‘the Van’, we will deduct any transport and labour costs incurred in returning ‘the Van’ to our premises and any costs arising from loss or damage to ‘the Van’ whilst it is unattended from your ‘Security Deposit’.

After the power steering and ABS of modern cars these vans are a totally different driving experience.

You are driving something that was designed in the 60s and built in the 70s. Please bear this in mind and relax into a different pace of life. The top engine speed for these vans is 50 mph!!!

Please allow ample time for all your journeys. As your vehicle does not have ABS, please leave lots of space, be vigilant on the road and allow more time for braking and gear changing.

The van does not have the capability to accelerate out of any situation, so again, drive carefully and remain extra vigilant, being aware that this is a totally different driving experience!