The Best Caravan Shows in the UK

What are the best caravan shows in the UK?

The caravan, motorhome and campervan community is strong across the UK, with there being no better place to see this for yourself than at one of the country’s many caravan shows. Showcasing forthcoming state-of-the-art models, the most innovative brands and talks from leading experts and manufacturers, caravan shows are perfect for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Attending the grand NEC Caravan show in February and October, at Spinney, we provide the very best campervans, motorhomes and caravans for sale, offering everything you could need to kick off your open-road adventure. No matter if you’re looking for new caravans from the best brands, quality used motorhomes or the best cutting-edge campervans, contact us and our team of specialists will be happy to help.

The best caravan shows across the UK

Popular across the entirety of England, Wales and Scotland, the very best caravan shows offer everything from vehicles for sale to entertainment, food and drink and much more.

The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show – NEC, Birmingham

Regularly attracting upwards of 100,000 visitors over multiple days, The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show at the NEC in Birmingham is undoubtedly the biggest caravan show in the UK. Taking place in February each year, the event is followed by The Motorhome and Caravan Show in October, also at the NEC, which attracts a similar number of visitors.

Showcasing motorhomes, touring caravans and tents, the NEC show also boasts a dedicated ‘Campervan Hall’ which showcases the very best of brands. If you need any more proof that The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show is a must-see, we attended the event in 2024 and exhibited our own range of excellent vehicles.

• Adult/Senior: £13 – Under 16yrs: Free.
• Tickets available across multiple days in February.
• The UK’s largest ‘start of season’ caravan showcase.

Caravan, motorhome and holiday show – Manchester Central, Manchester

If you’re looking for a quality caravan show in the north of England, Manchester’s Caravan, motorhome and holiday show is a top contender. Taking place in January every year, long before the caravan season gets properly into full swing, the caravan show plays host to 150 leading industry brands and sees thousands of guests enter its doors.

Featuring talks from leading experts in the industry as well as a food and travel stage, the caravan, motorhome and holiday show offers something for every kind of open-road adventurer. With leading caravan brands like Swift as well as exemplary motorhomes and awning options, this indoor showcase is the ideal place to discover your new favourite leisure vehicle.

• Free entry (excluding ticket booking fee).
• Tickets available across multiple days in January.
• Largest leisure vehicle event in the north of England.

Scottish Caravan, Motorhome and Holiday Home Show – SEC, Glasgow

Even further north than Manchester’s celebrated event is the Scottish Caravan, Motorhome and Holiday Home Show at the SEC in Glasgow. Showcasing a range of touring vehicles from over 170 different exhibitors, this event, which takes place every year in February, is one of the most popular in Scotland, attracting guests from across the country.

Largely exhibiting northern leisure vehicle brands and companies, the event also showcases popular caravan models from the likes of Coachman and Swift. As well as offering a range of campervans, caravans and motorhomes, the event offers a selection of holiday homes, luxury lodges and much more, making it an ideal one-stop destination for every kind of outdoor lover.

• General Admission: £14 – Under 15 years: Free.
• Tickets available across multiple days in February.
• The largest caravan, motorhome and holiday home show in Scotland.

Southern Motorhome and Campervan Show – Newbury

If you’re looking for a caravan show a little closer to London, the Southern Motorhome and Campervan Show which takes place in Newbury is the perfect event. Held in May, just as caravan season reaches its highest peak, the show features a range of used and new motorhomes for sale alongside exemplary campervans.

Showcasing local and nationwide dealers, this outdoor event is best experienced on a hot late Spring day, especially considering its 60s-themed entertainment. Choose to camp and attend the event for multiple days or opt for a day ticket for a short stay, with both options giving you full access to the show. Despite not being included in the event name, caravans are also welcome!

• General Admission: £7.99.
• Tickets available across multiple days in May.
• Camping pitches available for longer stays.

The South West Motorhome and Campervan Show – Shepton Mallet

Run by the same company that carries out the Southern Motorhome and Campervan Show in Newbury, the South West version of the event which takes place in the heart of Somerset is a mid-season favourite. Held in September, this outdoor event showcases and sells leading leisure vehicle brands alongside essential accessories, awnings and much more.

Aside from the range of motorhomes, campervans and caravans on show, the event is also known for its advice centre hosted by industry experts which attracts enthusiasts from around the South of England for essential industry insight. Of course, if you don’t fancy making the trip down to Shepton Mallet, our range of blogs dive deep into countless topics, questions and issues.

• General Admission: £7.99.
• Tickets available across multiple days in September.
• Camping pitches available alongside evening entertainment.

The Season Finale: Motorhome & Caravan Show – Lincoln

It might sound more like a Netflix offering rather than a caravan show, but The Season Finale: Motorhome & Caravan Show in Lincoln offers a blockbuster showcase of vehicles. Taking place at the end of the season in late September, the Lincoln Motorhome & Caravan show is beloved across the country as one last celebration of the summer season.

While many love it for its late timing in the season, others flock to the show for its bargain offers and range of cutting-edge models, as one year’s stock makes way for the next. September is one of the best months to buy a new or used motorhome, making Lincoln’s outdoor caravan show an essential visit if you’re looking out for an autumn purchase.

• General Admission: £7.99.
• Tickets available across multiple days in late September.
• Often features great prices on vehicles shortly before new models arrive in the new year.

The Great Caravan, Motorhome and Holiday Home Show – Harrogate

Ideal for caravan regulars as well as newcomers looking for their first vehicle, The Great Caravan, Motorhome and Holiday Home Show arrives in the middle of September just as the summer season is coming to a close. Showcasing caravans, campervans and motorhomes, as well as static caravans and lodges, the Harrogate event is an all-encompassing occasion for outdoor enthusiasts.

As well as a day for the public that only showcases vehicles from NCC-approved manufacturers, there is also an industry trade show just days earlier that allows you to connect with other professionals. Thanks to its date at the end of September, this event is one of your last opportunities to take advantage of the cheaper end-of-season prices, particularly if you’re looking for a new or used caravan for sale.

Been to enough caravan shows? Get buying with Spinney

While caravan shows are a great opportunity to explore new models and network with experts, they aren’t a guarantee that you’ll find a vehicle that you love. Visit any of our five branches in Cheshire, Staffordshire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire and North Wales, which stock over 400 vehicles, however, and you’ll surely find your new favourite caravan, campervan or motorhome.

Contact us today to find out more about our range of vehicles, with each new or used model coming with a complete 170-point check and quality guarantee.