Win a Campervan UK Campervan: Competitions and Free Entry
You can win a campervan through dedicated campervan competition sites, larger operators that list motorhomes alongside cars, and occasional free giveaways run by brands and broadcasters. Most paid campervan competitions also accept free postal entries with the same chance of winning. Before entering, check the ticket cap, whether there’s a cash alternative, and whether you could realistically drive, store and insure the vehicle if you won. Larger motorhomes may need a different licence category from a standard car.
Live campervan and motorhome competitions
We update this list as new campervan draws open and close. Each listing shows the vehicle’s gross weight band, because that decides whether a standard car licence is enough to drive it.
Why campervan competitions have taken off
Demand for campervans has grown sharply, and prices have followed. A well-converted VW Transporter can cost as much as a new family car, and a new coachbuilt motorhome can run well into six figures. For many people, a competition is the only realistic way they’ll ever own one, which is why campervans now sit alongside sports cars as headline prizes.
The market has also shifted. Alongside large operators that list motorhomes in their wider car draws, a group of dedicated campervan competition sites has appeared, often run by van converters who build the prize vehicles themselves. Operators such as 7 Days Performance, VannyCampers, Campervan.win, Dream Car Giveaways and Win Life Competitions all run campervan draws, alongside BOTB’s motorhome range.
Types of campervan you can win
VW campervans are the most searched-for prize. You’ll see factory-built California models, converted Transporters from independent builders, and the electric ID. Buzz. If you want to win a VW campervan, check whether it’s a factory model or an aftermarket conversion, as that affects warranty, resale value and how the interior has been certified.
Bespoke conversions are a speciality of the smaller campervan sites. These are often one-off builds on Transporter, Ford Transit Custom or Renault Trafic bases, with features such as pop-top roofs, solar panels and diesel heaters. Quality varies, so look for photos of the build, the converter’s name and any gas and electrical certificates.
Motorhomes from brands such as Hymer, Auto-Trail, Knaus and the VW Grand California sit at the top end. BOTB, for instance, lists several, with ticket prices on its campervan prizes generally between around £2 and £4. Its most recent featured campervan winner took home a Hymer ML-T Crossover valued at £127,000 plus £20,000 in cash.
Off-grid and adventure vehicles, such as converted 4x4s, appear occasionally and appeal to a niche audience.
Free campervan giveaways and free entry
Genuinely free campervan giveaways are less common than free car giveaways, but they do happen.
GB News’s Great British Giveaway has featured campervans, including a 2026 draw for a Benimar camper van plus £25,000 in cash. These run for a limited period, so check the broadcaster’s own site for the current prize and terms rather than relying on social media posts.
You may also see searches for a Lidl campervan competition. Lidl has run campervan giveaways in other countries, including Spain, but we haven’t found an equivalent UK promotion. Be wary of social media posts claiming to offer a free Lidl campervan in exchange for a share or a small payment, as fake giveaways using supermarket branding circulate regularly.
The more reliable route to a free campervan entry is the free postal option that paid competitions must offer. A valid postal entry has the same chance of winning as a paid ticket. Some operators also offer free entries through loyalty schemes or social media promotions; BOTB, for example, gives free Dream Car entries through its loyalty club.
Before you enter: what to know about owning a campervan
Campervans bring costs and practicalities that a car doesn’t, and it’s worth thinking them through before you buy a ticket.
Licence. Most campervans weigh under 3,500kg fully loaded, which a standard category B car licence covers. Many larger motorhomes go over that, and driving them needs C1 entitlement. Drivers who passed their test before 1997 usually have C1 already; those who passed later would need to take an additional test. Check the vehicle’s maximum authorised mass in the listing.
Storage. A campervan may not fit on your drive, and some housing estates and leases restrict parking them on the street. Secure storage sites charge a regular fee, and insurers may ask where the vehicle is kept overnight.
Insurance and servicing. Specialist campervan insurance is usually required, and premiums depend on the vehicle’s value and conversion. Some operators help with this; BOTB, for example, contributes up to £1,500 towards insurance and up to £400 towards servicing on its campervan prizes. Most smaller sites don’t.
Clean air zones. Older diesel campers, particularly classic VWs and earlier Transporters, may not meet ULEZ and Clean Air Zone emissions standards, which could mean daily charges in some cities.
Conversion standards. On a converted van, ask whether the gas system has been certified and the habitation electrics tested. A reputable builder will provide this paperwork, and you’ll want it for insurance.
How to judge a campervan competition
Look at the ticket cap. Your chance of winning is the number of tickets you hold divided by the maximum available. Dedicated campervan sites often run smaller draws than the big operators, which can mean better odds, but only if the cap is published.
Check the cash alternative. Many campervan competitions offer cash instead of the vehicle, and some add cash alongside it. If you’d struggle to store or use a campervan, judge the draw on the cash figure.
Read the vehicle description. Age, mileage, base vehicle, conversion builder, berth and seatbelt count, and gross weight should all be stated. “Win a VW campervan” covers anything from a brand-new California to a twenty-year-old T5 conversion.
Confirm the closing date and draw method. Operators that have signed the Department for Culture, Media and Sport’s voluntary code have agreed not to move closing dates or cancel draws because sales were low. Smaller sites are less likely to have signed, so read their terms on extensions.
Find the free entry route. If a campervan competition doesn’t explain how to enter for free, walk away.
How we choose which campervan competitions to list
We’re an independent comparison site. We don’t run draws or sell tickets, and we may earn a commission if you enter through our links, which never affects which competitions we include or the order they appear in.
Before a campervan competition goes on this page, we check that it’s open to over-18s, publishes its maximum ticket numbers and closing date, explains its free entry route, states the cash alternative upfront and describes how the winner is chosen. For converted vans, we also look for clear information about who built the vehicle. We note whether the operator has signed the DCMS voluntary code and look for evidence of past winners receiving their prizes.
If something here looks out of date or inaccurate, let us know and we’ll check it.
Play responsibly
A campervan is a long shot in every draw, and most entrants will win nothing. Set a budget you’re comfortable losing before you browse, don’t chase a draw that’s about to close, and use the free postal route if you’d like to take part without spending. If competitions have stopped being fun, the National Gambling Helpline is free on 0808 8020 133.
Frequently asked questions
Can you win a campervan for free in the UK?
Yes. Most paid campervan competitions offer a free postal entry with the same odds as a paid ticket, and occasional free giveaways, such as broadcaster promotions, offer campervans too.
Do I need a special licence to drive a campervan I’ve won?
Not usually. A standard car licence covers vehicles up to 3,500kg. Larger motorhomes may need C1 entitlement, which most drivers who passed before 1997 already hold.
Are campervan competition sites legitimate?
Many are, but standards vary. Look for published ticket caps, a fixed closing date, a clear free entry route, full terms and evidence of past winners. Be cautious of social media giveaways that ask for payment to claim a prize.
Can I take cash instead of the campervan?
Most paid competitions offer a cash alternative, and some include cash alongside the van. Free giveaways often offer the vehicle only.
Is there a Lidl campervan competition in the UK?
We haven’t found one. Lidl has run campervan giveaways abroad, but posts claiming to offer a free Lidl campervan in the UK should be treated with caution.
What is the best campervan competition to enter?
That depends on what you want. Larger operators offer more choice and frequent draws; smaller campervan sites can have better odds on individual vans. Compare the ticket cap, cash alternative and vehicle details rather than the headline price.
Do I pay tax if I win a campervan?
Competition prizes are generally not taxed as income in the UK. You’ll be responsible for road tax, insurance, storage and servicing unless the prize includes them.