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Touring Cars motorhome hire in the United Kingdom

Campervans and motorhomes to collect in Glasgow, gateway to the Highlands, or in Cheshire for departures listed as Manchester

branches
2
departure cities
2
countries
12
other European countries where Touring Cars rents
11
driving side on British roads
On the left
  • Departures from Glasgow, less than an hour’s drive from Loch Lomond
  • North-west England departures from Ellesmere Port
  • Campervans for two and family motorhomes advertised
  • Driving on the left: allow time to adjust
  • A brand present in eleven other European countries

Official website of the rental company

The rental company

Touring Cars between Scotland and north-west England

Touring Cars, a campervan and motorhome rental company present in twelve European countries, from Iceland to Croatia, offers two departure cities in the United Kingdom. In Glasgow, the vehicle is collected in the east of the city, on Blairtummock Road, at the address of Go Explore (Scotland). Departures listed as Manchester actually take place in Ellesmere Port, in Cheshire, at partner E.S. Hartley: allow about fifty kilometres from Manchester, less from Liverpool or Chester.

The rental company advertises compact campervans for two and more spacious motorhomes for families, with a kitchen and heating. No model is listed yet on its British page: the exact vehicle, its berths and its gearbox appear in each offer.

CoolDrive did not record any Touring Cars offer in the United Kingdom in October 2026. Included kilometres, excess and security deposit are therefore revealed in the offers shown during your search.

Our verdict: Glasgow is a very convenient starting point for the Highlands, Loch Lomond or the Isle of Skye, and Cheshire opens up North Wales and the Lake District. Travellers’ feedback generally describes responsive customer service. Weak points: a network limited to two cities, a range with few details and summer vehicles that need booking early.

Rental company profile

Touring Cars in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether Touring Cars suits your trip.

General information

Brand
Touring Cars · European campervan and motorhome rental company
Vehicles
Campervans and motorhomes · exact model stated in each offer
Partner in Glasgow
Go Explore (Scotland) · Scottish rental company, also compared on CoolDrive
Partner in Cheshire
E.S. Hartley · Ellesmere Port address
Official website
touringcars.eu

Rental conditions

Mileage
Stated in the offer · no offer recorded in October 2026
Excess and security deposit
Amounts stated in each offer
Age and licence
Terms detailed in the offer
Driving side
Left · overtaking on the right, roundabouts clockwise
Low emission zone
Glasgow city centre · access rules to check depending on the vehicle
Ferries and neighbouring countries
Depends on the offer terms · Ireland, Scottish islands or the Continent: to be checked
Return to the other city
Not guaranteed · enter a drop-off location in the search

Insurance and extras

On-board equipment
Detailed in the offer · kitchen and heating advertised by the rental company
Comfort options
Depends on the offer · bedding or child seats: check before departure

Network and availability

Glasgow
Blairtummock Road · east of the city
Manchester
Ellesmere Port (Cheshire) · about fifty kilometres from Manchester
Touring Cars network
12 countries · including Norway, Sweden, Iceland and France
Branches

Touring Cars branches in the United Kingdom

Network

Touring Cars also operates in 11 other countries

Comparison

Touring Cars compared with other rental companies in the United Kingdom

Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.

Rental company Vehicles Mileage Best for
Touring Cars Campervans and motorhomes, model stated in each offer Not recorded in October 2026: see the offer Glasgow and Cheshire, 2 cities
McRent Urban, UK-Camper, Compact, Family and Comfort ranges, from campervans to large models Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded Erwin Hymer Group, 6 cities
Anywhere Campers Van for 2, Adria Matrix, Carado T-447, Sunlight A70 and T 68 Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded Manual or automatic versions, 23 cities
Go Explore Scotland Brodie, Munro, MacBeth, Wallace, Bruce and Outlander campervans and motorhomes Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded Scottish rental company, one Pet Friendly model, 1 city
Our view

Touring Cars: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

Touring Cars is ideal if…

  • You are landing in Glasgow and want to head straight for the Highlands
  • You dream of the Isle of Skye, Glencoe or the North Coast 500
  • You are arriving via Liverpool or Chester and are looking for a departure close by
  • You are heading for North Wales and the Eryri (Snowdonia) mountains
  • You are travelling as a family and want a heated motorhome for cool evenings

Touring Cars is not ideal if…

  • You want to set off from London or the south of England: no depot is listed there
  • You insist on collecting the vehicle in central Manchester
  • You want to know the exact model without running a search
  • You dread driving on the left on narrow roads
  • You are leaving it until the last minute for a departure in high summer
Practical tips

Our tips for booking with Touring Cars

  1. Glasgow, a springboard to the Highlands

    From Blairtummock Road, Loch Lomond is less than an hour away, then the A82 runs along the loch to Glencoe and Fort William. The Isle of Skye, linked to the mainland by a bridge at Kyle of Lochalsh, takes a long day’s drive: plan short stages, as Scottish roads are slow going.

  2. Learn how to use passing places

    In the Highlands and on the islands, many roads are single-track, dotted with lay-bys signposted “Passing place”. Pull into the one on your left, or wait opposite the one on your right. These lay-bys are also used to let faster vehicles behind you pass.

  3. Cheshire, between Wales and the Lake District

    Ellesmere Port is a few minutes from Chester and about twenty kilometres from Liverpool. To the west, the North Wales coast and the Eryri (Snowdonia) mountains are about an hour and a half away. To the north, the M6 leads to the Lake District in just over two hours.

  4. Where to sleep: campsites and authorised areas

    In the United Kingdom, overnight parking outside campsites is often prohibited or governed by local rules, including in Scotland, where the right of access to the countryside does not extend to vehicles. In high season, book your campsites in advance, especially around Skye and along the North Coast 500.

  5. Take your time at the handover

    Before leaving Glasgow or Ellesmere Port, inspect the bodywork with the person handing over the vehicle and photograph every existing mark. Check the inventory, ask to be shown the heating, the gas and the waste emptying, then keep the assistance number in your phone. New to driving on the left? Start on quiet roads before the motorway.

What travellers ask

Your questions about Touring Cars

How much does a Touring Cars hire cost in the United Kingdom?

CoolDrive did not record any Touring Cars offer in the United Kingdom in October 2026, so we cannot give an indicative price. The rate depends on the season, the vehicle and the length of hire. Run a search for Glasgow or Manchester with your dates: the price shown includes mandatory fees and can be compared directly with that of other British rental companies.

Where are the Touring Cars depots in the United Kingdom?

Two departure cities are offered. In Glasgow, the address is 253 Blairtummock Road, in the east of the city, at Go Explore (Scotland). For Manchester, the vehicle is collected in Ellesmere Port, in Cheshire, on Rossmore Road East, at partner E.S. Hartley. The exact address and opening hours appear in your booking confirmation.

Which Touring Cars departure should I choose for a trip to Scotland?

Glasgow is the obvious choice: Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park are very close, Glencoe is just over two hours away, and Skye or Inverness can be reached within the day. From Cheshire, allow nearly three hours of motorway before the Scottish border: this departure is better suited to Wales and the north of England.

Is it difficult to drive a motorhome on the left?

You get used to it quickly, but the first miles require concentration: you overtake on the right, you go round roundabouts clockwise and the left-hand side of the vehicle skims the verge, so leave plenty of room. If you can, choose an automatic gearbox, stated in the offer, and avoid the city centre at the start.

Which vehicles does Touring Cars offer in the United Kingdom?

The rental company advertises compact campervans, suited to two travellers, and larger motorhomes for families or groups of friends, with a kitchen and heating. No model is listed yet on this page: the vehicle name, number of berths, gearbox and licence required are shown in each offer in the search.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with Touring Cars

4.3
818 reviews

Nothing to complain about. The rental was indeed a magnificent camper van. Driving in Scotland is not easy.

(anonymous)
United Kingdom · Feb 2019
Avis Vérifiés

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
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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Touring Cars motorhome hire in the United Kingdom

Why book Touring Cars with CoolDrive in the United Kingdom?

A single search is enough to compare Touring Cars with McRent, Anywhere Campers or Go Explore Scotland for the same dates. The rate shown already includes mandatory fees, with no surprises at the counter. Our experts help you choose between Glasgow and Cheshire, find the right size for narrow roads and match your trip to the right season.

Is mileage unlimited with Touring Cars in the United Kingdom?

We cannot say: no Touring Cars offer was recorded in the United Kingdom in October 2026. The miles or kilometres included, and the rate beyond them, are stated in each offer. In our British records, McRent, Anywhere Campers and Go Explore Scotland include unlimited mileage in all their offers: compare before choosing.

What excess and security deposit should I expect with Touring Cars?

The amounts depend on the vehicle and the insurance package: they are stated in each Touring Cars offer. The security deposit is usually blocked on a credit card in the main driver’s name, which must have a sufficient limit. Before paying, read what the insurance covers, particularly for the roof, the underbody and the tyres.

Can I collect the vehicle in Glasgow and return it in Cheshire?

A one-way hire between the two depots is not guaranteed. To check, enter a different drop-off location when searching: only compatible offers then appear, any fees included. Otherwise, plan a loop: from Glasgow, a circuit through the Highlands and the west coast; from Cheshire, a tour of Wales.

When should I go to the United Kingdom with Touring Cars?

From May to September, the days are long, especially in Scotland, but vehicles and campsites go quickly: book several months ahead for July and August. May and June are often drier in the Highlands, before the peak of the midges, those small summer biting flies. September remains mild, with quieter roads.

Can I go to Ireland or the Continent with the motorhome?

Ferry crossings, to Ireland, Northern Ireland, the Scottish islands or the Continent, depend on the rental company’s terms. Our records give no indication on this: read the section on permitted countries and ferries in the offer, or ask our experts before buying your ferry tickets.

About us

Touring Cars in the United Kingdom: book with CoolDrive Nomad

Touring Cars offers two complementary departure points in the United Kingdom: Glasgow, gateway to the Highlands, the lochs and the Western Isles, and Ellesmere Port, in Cheshire, for travellers arriving via Manchester, Liverpool or Chester and heading for Wales, the Peak District or the Lake District. The rental company advertises campervans for two and family motorhomes equipped with a kitchen and heating.

On CoolDrive Nomad, its offers can be compared with those of McRent, Anywhere Campers or Go Explore Scotland, and the price shown includes mandatory fees. As no offer was recorded in October 2026, mileage, excess and rate appear when you search. Our experts guide you on choosing the depot, driving on the left and the season. Enter your city and dates to compare.

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