Campervan hire from £75 per night
Selene the Camper parking in front a stunning vista in Scotland

Family-friendly campervan hire
South derbyshire

Our VW campervan (named Selene, after the Greek goddess of the moon) is perfect for a quick getaway, family staycation or an off-grid adventure. Wherever you’re headed, we offer affordable hire of our family camper complete with all the kit and advice you need to make your trip a success.

Located in Melbourne, South Derbyshire we offer highly competitive rates, with discounts available for longer trips.

Selene the Camper parked with the pop-top up and awning open

Meet the Van
VW camper hire, Derbyshire

Selene is a Volkswagen Transporter campervan boasting a new, top-spec conversion by Rising Sun Campers. She’ll comfortably sleep a family of four, and her long-wheel base (LWB) means there’s plenty of room for a dog (or two), or even a travel cot.

Inside, she’s been kitted out with everything you'll need for your campervan holiday. You bring your bedding, clothes and food (there's loads of storage), and we’ll take care of the rest.

Selene

Se * lee * neh

In Greek mythology, Selene was the lunar goddess, who would drive her moon chariot across the sky each night.

  • Vehicle specifications
    • 5 belted seats
    • Swivel bench seat
    • M1 crash tested rock'n'roll seat/bed
    • Cruise control
    • Air conditioning
    • Reversing sensors
    • Bluetooth connectivity
    • 'Pop-top' elevating roof
    • Tinted rear windows
    • Dometic compressor fridge/freezer
    • Dometic 2-ring gas hob
    • Sink with water pump
    • Fiamma wind-out sun/rain awning
    • Leisure battery with 240v hook up
    • Dimmable LED lighting
    • Stowable table
    • Lots of storage
  • Inventory
    • Pop-top memory foam matress
    • Self-inflating rock'n'roll matress
    • Large ground sheet
    • Electric dual-purpose heater
    • 25m hook-up cable
    • Weber portable BBQ
    • First aid kit
    • Cordless tire inflator
    • 16 piece dinnerware set
    • 4x Yeti thermos mugs
    • Cutlery & utensils
    • Non-stick frying pan
    • 2x non-stick saucepans
    • Foldable washing up bowl
    • Fire blanket & extinguisher
The rock'n'roll bed folded down The campervan's 2-hob gas burner and sink Selene's cab with Dryrobe seat covers The inside of Selene with the bench seat rotated and the pop-top up A fold out campervan table in from of the crash tested seats The pop-top bed with memoryfoam matress, inside Selene the camper

Prices & Availability

Check the calendar for availability, and drop us an email or WhatsApp to book. Prices include insurance, breakdown cover and all the essentials. For a full breakdown, and a list of optional extras, check our FAQ.

Base rate
7 nights*
Save up to £10pn
Low season
Nov-Mar**
£80
/night
£525
£75/night
Mid season
Apr-Jun, Sept-Oct
£100
/night
£630
£90/night
High season
Jul-Aug
£115
/night
£735
£105/night
* Hires of 7 nights or over are subject to a discount for your entire trip
** Excludes Christmas & New Year (enquire for rates)
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Start your adventure

Drop us a line to discuss your requirements, and secure your booking.

Whatsapp
07792 473 262

Our location

VW campervan hire in Melbourne, South Derbyshire. We’re just 10 minutes from the M42, and easily accessible from Derby, Nottingham, and East Midlands Parkway. For your onward journey, we are just 30 minutes from the Peak District or the Derbyshire Dales.

We offer free, off-road parking for your vehicle during your hire, or delivery (subject to availability) within Melbourne and surrounding villages.

FAQs

  • How do I hire Selene?

    Drop us a message over email or WhatsApp with your prefered dates, and we'll go from there. You can use the calendar above to get an idea of our availability, but your booking isn't confirmed until you've completed our booking form and paid a £150 deposit by bank transfer.

  • Who can hire the campervan?

    You must be between 21 and 70, and have held a full UK driving license for a minimum of 24 months. You must not have been convicted of any motoring convictions, and hold less than 6 points.

    You'll need to supply a driving license check, and two individual proofs of address. For a full list of requirements, please check out our terms.

  • Can multiple people drive the van?

    Yes, we charge £25 per hire for each additional driver. All drivers need to met the same criteria as the main hirer.

  • What is included in the cost?

    Our costs include fully comprehensive insurance for the hirer, breakdown cover, unlimited mileage, all the camping essentials (see the inventory above), and a parking space for your car during the hire period.

    There are a number of extras that you could choose to add to your hire:

    • Additional drivers - £25 per driver, per hire
    • Drive-away awning - £70 per hire
    • A pop-up 'Pup' tent - £25 per hire
  • What is the payment schedule?

    Once we've confirmed availability for your trip, you'll payments are due on the following schedule:

    • On booking: A £150 non-refundable deposit, to secure your dates
    • 6 weeks before collection: The remainder of the hire fee is payable
    • 7 days before collection: A security deposit of £500 is due, along with your driving license and proofs of address
    • 2-7 days after return: Your security deposit is returned (assuming no fees are due)
  • Can I bring my dog?

    Well behaved dogs are welcome in Selene, and are free of charge. You should let us know if you're planning on bringing your dog(s) on holiday, and they should not be left unattended.

    As a long-wheel base, there's plenty of room for your four-legged friends too, with space for a crate if needed.

  • What happens if I breakdown?

    We take every care to reduce the risk of breakdown during your camper hire, but you're well covered in case something does happen. We have excellent UK-wide breakdown cover, and in the unlikely event that the problem can't be fixed, we'll supply a replacement van (subject to avialability).

    In the event that Selene is unavailable, we'll refund you on a pro-rata basis for the time affected.

  • Can I take Selene to Europe?

    Our default terms only offer campervan hire within the UK, but if you're really set on heading to Europe drop us a line and we'll see what we can do. This may be subject to additional costs to cover European breakdown cover.

  • What happens when I collect the campervan?

    You'll collect Selene from Melbourne, just a few miles south of Derby and 10 minutes from the M42. Allow 30 minutes for us to show you everything you need to know, but rest assured there's a comprehensive user manual in the glove box, and you can call us any time of the day.

    If you're local to Melbourne, we may be able to deliver Selene to the home address of the main hirer. Let us know at the point of booking to discuss this option.

  • What happens if my trip gets cancelled?

    If you need to cancel your trip, email us to let us know as soon as possible. The £150 deposit paid on booking is non-refundable, but you may be entitled to a partial refund:

    • More than 28 days before: 100% refund (minus the deposit).
    • 14-28 days before: 50% refund (minus the deposit).
    • 1-13 days before: 25% refund (minus the deposit).
    • On the day, or cutting a trip short: no refund can be given.

    In the unlikely event that we need to cancel your booking (for example if Selene becomes undrivable and no suitable alternative can be found), then you'll be refunded in full (including the deposit). We highly recommended that you take appropriate travle insurance to cover all eventualities before and during your trip.

  • Is it hard to drive/park a LWB campervan?

    On the road, driving Selene is very similar to driving any other car. She'll fit into most parking spaces too, and is equiped with parking sensors to help.

    You'll need to be careful in car parks with height restrictions, as at 2.05m tall she's too tall for some.

  • Can I make camper hire more affordable?

    We understand that it can be expensive to hire a campervan (though we're sure you'll love it!). Our prices are highly competitive, but there are a few ways you can make your camper rental a little cheaper:

    • We offer a discount of up to £10 per night for hires of seven days or longer.
    • If you're flexible on dates, hiring during school term time is cheaper than hiring during peak times.
    • Every hire comes with unlimited mileage, but if you know you won't be headed too far then let us know and we might be able to offer a discount.