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Free UK campervan planning tools

Plan Your Perfect
Campervan

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

23

UK Base Vans

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Van Variants

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Layout Templates

12

Build Guides

How It Works

Three simple steps to discover your ideal campervan layout

1
Choose Your Van

Browse 23 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.

12 Free Build Guides

Comprehensive, UK-focused guides covering every aspect of your campervan conversion — from insulation and electrics to flooring, security, and solar panels.

  • Insulation materials compared (Celotex, sheep's wool, spray foam)
  • Solar panel installation and electrical system sizing
  • Diesel heater fitting (Webasto, Eberspacher, Chinese heaters)
  • Flooring, bed frames, windows, roof vents, and more
  • Security systems, soundproofing, and paint/aesthetics
Browse All Guides
Campervan interior showing a well-built kitchen area

Latest from the Community

Real questions from real builders, and inspiring gallery submissions from the UK van life community.

Community Gallery

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Berlingo Micro Camper — Proof You Don't Need a Big Van

Berlingo Micro Camper — Proof You Don't Need a Big Van

Citroen Berlingo XL · Lucy

Mobile Office Transit — Working From Anywhere in the UK

Mobile Office Transit — Working From Anywhere in the UK

Ford Transit L3H3 · Alex

Our Sprinter Adventure Home — 6 Month Build

Our Sprinter Adventure Home — 6 Month Build

Mercedes Sprinter 314 CDI · Tom & Sarah

Weekend Warrior Transit Custom — Compact but Complete

Weekend Warrior Transit Custom — Compact but Complete

Ford Transit Custom · Jake

Built for UK Builders

Everything on CamperBuild is tailored to the UK market — right-hand drive vans, UK suppliers, British weather, and DVLA regulations.

UK-Specific Advice

All guides, tools, and recommendations are written for UK conditions — condensation management, gas safety regs, DVLA weight limits, and British weather.

Community Driven

Ask questions, share your build in the gallery, follow build journals, and learn from other UK van builders at every stage of the conversion.

Completely Free

Every tool, guide, and feature on CamperBuild is free to use. No paywalls, no premium tiers. Just honest, practical advice for UK van builders.

Ready to Start Your Build?

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