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Hiring a campervan in Leeds opens the door to Yorkshire, the largest historic county in England: the valleys of the Yorkshire Dales begin less than an hour to the north-west, York and its city walls are some 40 km to the east, and the moorland of the North York Moors runs down to the cliffs of Whitby. Our partner company, Anywhere Campers, offers campervans, converted vans and motorhomes here, from two-seater models to family motorhomes sleeping six.
Before setting off, the city deserves half a day: the Victorian arcades of the Victoria Quarter, the Corn Exchange, the Royal Armouries museum on the River Aire and the ruins of Kirkstall Abbey.
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Where to pick up your vehicle in Leeds?
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Leeds
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €386/day median €389/day | from €407/day median €410/day | from €454/day median €457/day | from €393/day median €396/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €397/day median €415/day | from €413/day median €429/day | from €465/day median €476/day | from €405/day median €416/day |
| Large motorhome | from €403/day median €406/day | from €419/day median €421/day | from €465/day median €468/day | from €410/day median €413/day |
Daily prices observed on October 21, 2026 for a 15-day rental: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included, 1 rental companies compared. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €1,500.
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Leeds
1 The Yorkshire Dales, from Haworth to Swaledale
- Leeds
- Haworth
- Bolton Abbey
- Grassington
- Kettlewell
- Aysgarth
- Hawes
- Muker
- Reeth
- Richmond
- Ripon
- Leeds
Haworth, the village of the Brontë sisters, comes before the priory of Bolton Abbey on the River Wharfe, then Grassington and Kettlewell in upper Wharfedale. You cross into Wensleydale via Aysgarth Falls to Hawes, before taking the Buttertubs Pass to Muker and Reeth in Swaledale. Return via Richmond Castle and Fountains Abbey, near Ripon. The roads are narrow between dry-stone walls: a campervan is more at ease here.
- Distance
- about 250 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
2 York, the North York Moors and the Whitby coast
- Leeds
- York
- Castle Howard
- Pickering
- Goathland
- Whitby
- Robin Hood's Bay
- Scarborough
- Helmsley
- Leeds
First stop in York: medieval walls, Gothic minster and the Shambles. The stately home of Castle Howard comes before Pickering, where the North York Moors steam railway crosses the moorland to Goathland. On the coast, Whitby and its ruined abbey, the smugglers' village of Robin Hood's Bay and the seaside resort of Scarborough follow one another, before returning via Helmsley, its castle and market square.
- Distance
- about 320 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
3 Along the A65 to the Lake District
- Leeds
- Skipton
- Settle
- Kirkby Lonsdale
- Windermere
- Grasmere
- Keswick
- Ullswater
- Penrith
- Barnard Castle
- Leeds
The A65 follows the Aire valley to Skipton, then skirts the western edge of the Dales via Settle and Kirkby Lonsdale before entering Cumbria. Lake Windermere, Grasmere and Keswick, at the foot of Skiddaw, follow one another in the heart of the Lake District, then Ullswater and Penrith. The return takes the A66, which crosses the Pennines at Stainmore to Barnard Castle, then the A1(M) south.
- Distance
- about 400 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Camper van or low-profile motorhome
Weather and seasons
When to go in Leeds?
Best time
April to June
April to June
highs 11 to 18 °C, lows 3 to 10 °C
April and May are the driest months of the year in Leeds, with nine to ten hours of sunshine a day, and June evenings stretch late. In May, bluebells carpet the woods of the Wharfe valley. Nights remain cool in April, especially on the high ground of the Moors: bring warm layers.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 19 °C, lows 12 °C
The warmest months draw crowds to Whitby, Scarborough and Robin Hood's Bay, and car parks at Dales beauty spots fill up by late morning. July is as wet as February: keep an idea in reserve for rainy days, such as the National Railway Museum in York. In August, heather turns the moorland of the North York Moors purple.
September and October
September to October
highs 13 to 17 °C, lows 7 to 10 °C
September keeps mild days and quieter sites once the schools are back. October, the wettest month of the year in Leeds, turns the woods of Bolton Abbey and Swaledale golden: a fine season for photography, with campsites easy to find but days that shorten quickly.
Winter
November to March
November to March
highs 6 to 9 °C, lows 1 to 4 °C
Three to five hours of sunshine a day from November to February and regular rain: winter suits short breaks, between York's Christmas market and the spa town of Harrogate. Snow and ice sometimes close the high roads of the Dales and the Moors, and many campsites close: check opening dates and choose a heated vehicle.
Climate in Leeds, month by month
Most pleasant months: June to September.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 °C | 2 °C | 72 mm | 4 h/day |
| Feb | 8 °C | 2 °C | 77 mm | 5 h/day |
| Mar | 10 °C | 3 °C | 76 mm | 7 h/day |
| Apr | 12 °C | 4 °C | 49 mm | 9 h/day |
| May | 16 °C | 7 °C | 59 mm | 10 h/day |
| Jun | 19 °C | 11 °C | 73 mm | 10 h/day |
| Jul | 20 °C | 12 °C | 78 mm | 11 h/day |
| Aug | 20 °C | 12 °C | 68 mm | 10 h/day |
| Sep | 17 °C | 10 °C | 82 mm | 8 h/day |
| Oct | 14 °C | 8 °C | 93 mm | 6 h/day |
| Nov | 9 °C | 4 °C | 75 mm | 4 h/day |
| Dec | 8 °C | 3 °C | 81 mm | 3 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Leaving Leeds without crossing the centre
Leeds city centre is surrounded by an inner ring road in cuttings and tunnels, combined with a loop of one-way streets, confusing for a first drive on the left. Depending on your destination, aim for the M621 motorway to the M62 and M1, the A64 to York, or the A65 via Kirkstall and Ilkley to the Dales. Anywhere Campers gives the exact pick-up address in your confirmation.
Bradford's Clean Air Zone
Bradford, Leeds' neighbour to the west, operates a Clean Air Zone whose charge targets certain vehicle categories according to their emission standard; private cars are exempt. How a motorhome is classified depends on its registration: check it with the UK government's official vehicle checker before driving through Bradford or its surroundings.
The steep hills of the North York Moors
The Moors have some of the steepest roads in England: Sutton Bank, on the A170 between Thirsk and Helmsley, and Rosedale Chimney Bank, in the heart of the moor, are signed as unsuitable for caravans and are ill-suited to large vehicles. With a motorhome, prefer the A169 from Pickering to Whitby and the A64 via Malton to reach the coast.
Sleep on an authorised site
In England, spending the night outside a campsite requires the landowner's permission, and car parks in the Dales, the Moors and along the seafront at Whitby or Scarborough often prohibit it by sign. Farm campsites abound in the valleys and on the clifftops of the coast, often with a view of the North Sea.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Leeds
Where can I pick up a campervan in Leeds?
Anywhere Campers, our partner company in Leeds, hands over its vehicles at its depot in the city; the address and appointment time are in your confirmation. Leeds Bradford Airport, in Yeadon, has no rail link but is connected to the centre by express buses; Leeds station receives trains from London, Manchester and York.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Leeds?
The price depends on the season, the length of hire, the vehicle and the options chosen; summer and the British school holidays are the busiest periods. Run a search with your dates: the offers shown include mandatory fees, can be compared at a glance and booked straight away, with no quote to wait for.
Can I visit York with a motorhome?
York is best explored on foot: the medieval centre, enclosed by its walls, has narrow streets and very few spaces for a large vehicle. The Park & Ride sites on the edge of the city let you leave the motorhome and reach the centre by bus; check that they accept your vehicle's size. A club campsite on the banks of the Ouse is within walking distance of the centre.
Can I reach the Peak District from Leeds?
Yes: via the M1 and Sheffield, you reach Ladybower Reservoir, Hathersage and the Hope Valley in about an hour and a half, then the Chatsworth estate. The more direct moorland roads, such as the one over Holme Moss above Holmfirth, are spectacular but steep and exposed: avoid them in bad weather with a large motorhome.
Can I end the trip in Manchester or Sheffield?
Sheffield and Manchester, less than 60 km away as the crow flies, are also among our departure cities, as are Preston and Lancaster, further west. A one-way trip depends on the rental company's depots and often involves a fee: enter a different return city when searching, and the results show only the vehicles available for that route, one-way fee included.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Leeds with CoolDrive Nomad
4.3
818 reviews
Functional and easy-to-use application that meets expectations.
N.
United Kingdom · Jul 2025
Trustpilot
1. The motorhome had neither a reversing alarm nor a rear camera. Essential for this type of vehicle. 2. There was no option to purchase insurance without a deductible. The options were either to take out an external one or to reduce it with Indie Campers. Additionally, in the case of the one rented in Scotland, we were informed at the last moment that no insurance covered the upper and lower parts of the sides... Incredible! We could crash it but not scratch it... 3. Regarding the rental in Dublin: a) The location is very far from the airport and much further from the city.
J.
United Kingdom · Jun 2024
Trustpilot
Available team and very good service
Nicolas E.
United Kingdom · Jun 2024
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Leeds
Which vehicles can I hire in Leeds?
The offers we found range from the Van for 2, a two-berth van, to the Sunlight A70, a six-seat over-cab motorhome, via the Carado T-447 and Sunlight T 68 low-profile models and the Adria Matrix, sleeping five. Most come with a manual or automatic gearbox, an advantage for anyone new to driving on the left.
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in England?
A European or British category B licence covers vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes, which includes most rental motorhomes. Holders of a licence from another country should check whether an international driving permit is needed, depending on their country and length of stay. The minimum age and years of driving required are shown in the conditions of each offer.
How do I get used to driving on the left?
Roundabouts are taken clockwise, giving way to vehicles coming from the right. In the Dales, the small single-track roads lined with dry-stone walls have passing places: pull into one on your left, or wait opposite one on your right. A few miles of motorway before the valleys help you find your bearings.
Are there tolls in Yorkshire?
Motorways and main roads in the county are free. The main toll in the region is the Humber suspension bridge, between Hull and Lincolnshire, paid on crossing. Further afield, the M6 Toll bypasses Birmingham, and the Dartford Crossing, east of London, is paid online: worth knowing for a long drive south.
When should I book a campervan in Leeds?
Allow several months in advance for July and August, as well as for Easter and the May bank holidays. With a single partner company in Leeds, the choice of vehicles is limited: book early for a specific model, such as a two-seater van or an automatic. Whitby's Goth Weekends, in spring and autumn, also fill the coastal campsites.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Leeds
Leeds sits at the heart of Yorkshire: in about two hours' drive you reach the limestone valleys of the Dales, the moorland of the North York Moors, the coast from Whitby to Scarborough or the lakes of Cumbria. Few English cities offer so many different landscapes without long stages, from ruined Cistercian abbeys to honey-coloured stone villages and fishing harbours.
Anywhere Campers, our partner company, caters for every type of traveller, from couples in a campervan to families of six in an over-cab motorhome. Sheffield, Manchester, Blackburn, Preston and Lancaster, other departure cities of our partners, all less than 80 km away as the crow flies, open the way to one-way trips west or south. All you need is to get used to driving on the left, pack a good raincoat and book your nights in the valley campsites to enjoy Yorkshire at your own pace.
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