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Plan Your Perfect Campervan

Explore 23 UK base vans, answer personalised questions, and get tailored layout recommendations for your dream conversion.

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How It Works

Three simple steps to discover your ideal campervan layout

1. Choose Your Van

Browse 21 popular UK base vans — from micro campers like the VW Caddy to full-size vans like the Mercedes Sprinter. Compare sizes, prices, and specifications.

2. Answer Questions

Tell us about your needs: number of sleepers, bed type, kitchen level, bathroom requirements, storage needs, and budget. Our algorithm learns your preferences.

3. Get Recommendations

Receive personalised layout recommendations with floor plans, photos, build tips, and estimated costs. Save your favourites and track your build.

Build Tools

Free tools to help you plan, budget, and track your campervan conversion

Cost Estimator
Calculate your build cost based on chosen components — insulation, electrics, kitchen, and more.
Weight Calculator
Track your build weight against payload limits with 60+ components. Stay road-legal.
Build Checklist
75-item interactive checklist covering every stage from preparation to safety essentials.
Layout Finder
Answer 7 quick questions and get personalised layout recommendations matched to your needs.
Electrical Planner
Calculate solar, battery, and inverter needs based on your appliances. Lithium and AGM options.
Community Gallery
Browse real conversions from UK builders. Get inspired and share your own finished build.
Build Journals
Follow real builds from start to finish. Document your own conversion timeline and milestones.
My Builds
Save build projects, favourite layouts, and track your conversion progress in one place.

Built for UK Builders

  • 23 Popular UK Vans

    From micro campers (Berlingo, Caddy) to mid-size (Transit Custom, Expert) to full-size (Sprinter, Ducato) — with 68+ variants covering every wheelbase and roof height.

  • 15 Layout Templates

    Layouts for every use case: solo traveller, remote worker, family, dog-friendly, off-grid adventure, luxury touring, budget build, and more.

  • Smart Recommendations

    Our scoring algorithm matches your preferences to the best layouts — considering sleepers, budget, use case, kitchen, bathroom, and storage needs.

  • Free Build Tools

    Cost estimator, weight calculator, electrical planner, build journals, 75-item checklist, community gallery, and a personal dashboard.

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Ready to Start Your Build?

Join UK campervan enthusiasts planning their perfect conversion. Start exploring vans and layouts today — completely free.

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