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Hiring a campervan in Newcastle upon Tyne means setting off from the great port of north-east England towards landscapes that are still little visited: the castles of the Northumberland coast, the dunes of Bamburgh, the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, the Roman forts of Hadrian's Wall and the moors of the North Pennines. The Scottish border is only about a hundred kilometres north along the A1.
Our partner Anywhere Campers offers nine models there, from the Van for 2 to the six-berth Sunlight A70 motorhome, most of them in manual or automatic versions. Traffic drives on the left, with distances and speeds shown in miles.
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Where to pick up your vehicle in Newcastle?
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Newcastle
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €395/day median €398/day | from €416/day median €419/day | from €463/day median €466/day | from €402/day median €405/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €406/day median €424/day | from €422/day median €438/day | from €474/day median €485/day | from €414/day median €425/day |
| Large motorhome | from €412/day median €415/day | from €428/day median €430/day | from €474/day median €477/day | from €419/day median €422/day |
Daily prices observed on October 24, 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 Newcastle
1 The Northumberland coast to Berwick
- Newcastle
- Tynemouth
- Warkworth
- Alnwick
- Craster
- Seahouses
- Bamburgh
- Lindisfarne
- Berwick-upon-Tweed
- Newcastle
North of the mouth of the Tyne, the coastline is a string of fortresses: Warkworth Castle, Alnwick Castle and its gardens, the ruins of Dunstanburgh half an hour's walk from Craster harbour, then Bamburgh standing on its dune. From Seahouses, boats sail to the Farne Islands and their puffins, before Lindisfarne and the ramparts of Berwick-upon-Tweed. A quick return along the A1.
- Distance
- about 260 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
2 Hadrian's Wall and Kielder Forest
- Newcastle
- Corbridge
- Hexham
- Chesters
- Housesteads
- Vindolanda
- Haltwhistle
- Bellingham
- Kielder Water
- Newcastle
Through the Tyne Valley, Corbridge and Hexham lead to the best-preserved remains of Hadrian's Wall: Chesters fort, Housesteads perched on the Whin Sill ridge and the excavation site of Vindolanda. You then head north via Bellingham to Kielder Water, at the heart of a vast forest designated a dark sky reserve, ideal for a night of stargazing.
- Distance
- about 220 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
3 Durham and the North Pennines moors
- Newcastle
- Beamish
- Durham
- Stanhope
- Barnard Castle
- High Force
- Alston
- Hexham
- Newcastle
After the Beamish open-air museum and Durham's Norman cathedral, the road climbs into Weardale via Stanhope, then crosses over to Barnard Castle and upper Teesdale, where the High Force waterfall plunges into the middle of the moor. The return leg passes through Alston, one of the highest market towns in England, and drops down to Hexham.
- Distance
- about 230 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or low-profile motorhome
Weather and seasons
When to go in Newcastle?
Best time
May, June and September
May to June, September
highs 15 to 18 °C, lows 7 to 10 °C
The most balanced months to leave from Newcastle: long days, with up to 11 hours of sunshine in May and June, and Hadrian's Wall sites that are still quiet. In September, the Northumberland coast empties after the British school holidays, and the evenings stay mild enough to enjoy the beaches of Bamburgh.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 20 °C, lows 12 °C
Peak season, with the warmest days of the year but not the driest: July is the wettest month in Newcastle. Campsites on the coast and at Kielder are often full during the school holidays: book your pitches and vehicle early, and keep a rain jacket within reach.
March, April and October
March to April, October
highs 10 to 14 °C, lows 3 to 8 °C
The shoulder seasons suit well-equipped travellers: April is one of the least rainy months, while October is wet but keeps mild temperatures. The autumn colours of the moors and the Kielder forests make up for the showers, and campsites still have room.
Winter
November to February
November to February
highs 7 to 10 °C, lows 2 to 4 °C
Short days, little sunshine and moorland roads sometimes snowbound in the North Pennines: winter is best for short loops along the coast, where the castles and long empty beaches have a particular charm. Check that the campsites you plan to use are open and that the vehicle is well heated.
Climate in Newcastle, month by month
Most pleasant months: June, August to September.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 °C | 2 °C | 65 mm | 4 h/day |
| Feb | 8 °C | 2 °C | 61 mm | 5 h/day |
| Mar | 10 °C | 3 °C | 64 mm | 7 h/day |
| Apr | 12 °C | 4 °C | 47 mm | 9 h/day |
| May | 15 °C | 7 °C | 58 mm | 11 h/day |
| Jun | 18 °C | 10 °C | 73 mm | 11 h/day |
| Jul | 20 °C | 12 °C | 95 mm | 11 h/day |
| Aug | 20 °C | 12 °C | 75 mm | 10 h/day |
| Sep | 17 °C | 10 °C | 74 mm | 8 h/day |
| Oct | 14 °C | 8 °C | 86 mm | 6 h/day |
| Nov | 10 °C | 4 °C | 75 mm | 4 h/day |
| Dec | 8 °C | 3 °C | 75 mm | 3 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
A single depot, Anywhere Campers
All departures offered in Newcastle go through the Anywhere Campers depot; its exact address and appointment time are in your confirmation. Allow time at handover to get used to the gearbox, the vehicle's size and the tank levels, especially if you have never driven on the left.
The Tyne Tunnel is paid afterwards
To cross under the Tyne between Howdon and Jarrow, the A19 road tunnels are tolled but barrier-free: cameras read the number plate and the toll is paid online afterwards, within a short deadline, or a fine is issued. The bridges in the city centre are free. Ask your rental company how to proceed.
The city centre Clean Air Zone
Newcastle and Gateshead have introduced a Clean Air Zone in the centre, around the Tyne bridges. It mainly targets older vans, taxis, coaches and lorries, and recent rental vehicles are normally compliant. Check the number plate on the UK government's official vehicle checker if your route goes through the centre.
Lindisfarne and the tide times
Lindisfarne can only be reached by a causeway that is submerged twice a day. Safe crossing times are displayed at the entrance and published online: vehicles get stranded there every year. With a motorhome, allow plenty of margin and leave the vehicle in the island car park, as the village is closed to traffic.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Newcastle
Where can I pick up a campervan in Newcastle?
Our searches list one partner company in Newcastle: Anywhere Campers, with a depot in the city. This is where hires starting from Newcastle begin and end. The exact address and the vehicle handover times are given in the booking confirmation; let the depot know if your train or flight arrives late.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Newcastle?
The price varies greatly with the season, the length of hire and the size of the vehicle, from a van for two to a six-berth family motorhome. Run a search with your dates: you get real prices, mandatory fees included, that you can book straight away, and you can compare the models available.
Which models are available from Newcastle?
The offers observed cover nine models: the Van for 2 for a couple, the four-berth Carado T-447, the five-berth Sunlight T 68 and Adria Matrix M670SL, and the six-berth Sunlight A70, designed for families. Each offer page details the equipment and the number of seats.
Can I continue to Scotland or return the vehicle elsewhere?
Yes for Scotland: after Berwick-upon-Tweed, the A1 follows the sea to Edinburgh, and the A68 crosses the Cheviot Hills via Carter Bar. Carlisle, Kendal and Edinburgh are also departure cities of our partners, but a one-way hire depends on the rental company: enter the return city in your search to see the offers available.
Can I take the ferry from Newcastle to the Netherlands?
The North Shields terminal, at the mouth of the Tyne, handles the overnight route to IJmuiden, near Amsterdam. Before booking the crossing, get the rental company's written consent: leaving the United Kingdom is not always allowed, and the insurance must cover the countries you then visit. Also check the vehicle height declared to the ferry company.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Newcastle 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 Newcastle upon Tyne
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in England?
A category B licence is enough for campervans and motorhomes under 3.5 tonnes, which covers the models offered in Newcastle. Depending on the country that issued it, an international driving permit may also be required. The rental company also sets a minimum age and a minimum number of years of driving, shown in the offer conditions.
Is a manual or an automatic gearbox better?
In Newcastle, the Van for 2, the Carado T-447 and the Sunlight A70 come in both versions. In a right-hand drive vehicle, the gear lever is operated with the left hand: if you have never driven on the left, an automatic frees your attention for roundabouts and the narrow roads of the North Pennines.
Where can I stay overnight with a motorhome in Northumberland?
Campsites line the coast between Alnmouth and Berwick, the Tyne Valley and the area around Kielder Water. In England, spending the night outside an authorised site requires the landowner's permission, and most beach car parks and the national park forbid it. Farms that welcome a few motorhomes are a good alternative.
How do I get to the depot from Newcastle Airport?
Newcastle International Airport, north-west of the city, is linked to the centre by the Tyne and Wear Metro in about twenty minutes; taxis wait outside the terminal. Compare the depot address given in your confirmation with the Metro map before choosing, and tell the rental company your arrival time.
When should I book a campervan in Newcastle?
For July and August, book several months ahead: with only one rental company on site, the most popular models, such as the van for two, go quickly. In spring and autumn, a few weeks is usually enough, but campsites on the Northumberland coast also fill up on bank holiday weekends.
What should I see in Newcastle before hitting the road?
The Tyne quaysides hold the highlights: the Tyne Bridge, the tilting Gateshead Millennium Bridge, the Baltic contemporary art centre in Gateshead and the Georgian streets of Grainger Town. Leaving south on the A1, Antony Gormley's monumental Angel of the North towers over the road. Park the motorhome outside the city centre.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne sits at the meeting point of three landscapes rarely found together: a coast of castles and huge beaches to the north, the Roman heritage of Hadrian's Wall to the west, and the high moors of the North Pennines to the south-west. Northumberland, one of the least populated counties in England, offers quiet roads and some of the darkest night skies in the country, while Scotland is within a day's drive.
The trip starts at Anywhere Campers, whose nine models range from a van for two to a family motorhome. Carlisle, Kendal and Leeds Bradford, other departure cities of our partners, suggest ways to extend the trip to the Lake District or Yorkshire. June, August and September are the most pleasant months, but the coast can be visited all year round, as long as you accept the North Sea wind.
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