Motorhome Hire Carlisle

Set off on a comfortable, spacious adventure with our Carlisle motorhome hire from Melling Motorhomes.

Taking to the road has never been easier with our booking system, and with a range of motorhomes available, couples, families, groups and pet owners can find something suitable for their trip.

Enquire now and start planning your UK or European motorhome trip of a lifetime.

Key Events:

Depot Location & Pickup: The collection depot is situated in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria
All rentals include unlimited mileage, primary and second driver insurance, full 24/7 breakdown cover, and complimentary onboard features like Wi-Fi, sat nav, and a TV.
Pet-Friendly Hires: Dedicated pet-friendly motorhomes are available.
Location Advantages & Destinations: Conveniently positioned right off the M6 near a Texaco service station for fueling up and buying travel supplies before heading into Hadrian’s Wall, the Lake District, Solway Coast, or onward to Scotland.
Required Documentation: Hirers must be aged 25–75 with a valid UK Category B licence

Collection point for Carlisle customers

Looking to find convenient motorhome hire from Carlisle? Then no need to look further. Melling Motorhomes is based in Kirkby Lonsdale, just a short trip from Carlisle. We have an on-site car park where you can leave your car free of charge.

Our pickup location is a great spot for northbound and westbound routes with a close proximity to the M6.

Find the right motorhome for your trip

Hiring from Melling Motorhomes is the smart choice, we have a range of different motorhomes to suit a variety of travellers. Here’s a quick guide:

2-berth motorhomes: The best choice for couples, touring pairs and first timers. These smaller options are easy to manoeuvre and still come with ample space for everything you need.

4-berth motorhomes: If you’re a small family, you might be better suited to a 4-berth motorhome, which boasts extra room and more sleeping options.

5-6 berth motorhomes: For those travelling as a group or large families, either our 5 or 6-berth motorhomes will work best.

Pet-friendly motorhomes: If you don’t want to leave your furry friends at home, enquire about our pet-friendly motorhomes. Be quick, as these book up fast.

Why choose Melling Motorhomes

Book with Melling Motorhomes to get a clean, modern motorhome that is designed for comfortable touring and practical features like air conditions, cruise control, hot shower facilities and a full self-catering inventory.

Every hire with us includes insurance for two drivers, VAT, breakdown cover and unlimited mileage, so you can set off with the essentials already taken care of. If you need help on the road, there is 24/7 breakdown support, with contact details kept inside the vehicle and an out-of-hours number for urgent issues.

Where schedules allow, we can also offer early collection or later return for extra flexibility. Whether you’re planning a short UK break or a longer European trip, Melling Motorhomes focuses on making your hire straightforward, well-equipped and easy to enjoy.

What to know before you book

Booking a motorhome with us is simple. Here’s what you need to know:

Our motorhomes can be driven on a standard full UK licence without C1 entitlement.
Drivers need at least two years of driving experience and must be aged between 25 and 75.
Standard collection is from 3pm, and return is by 10am.
We provide a full handover before you leave, so you know how to work everything.
European travel is available, but let us know which countries, as they’ll need to be declared in advance.

Motorhome holidays from Carlisle

For travellers in and around Carlisle, motorhome hire gives you a flexible way to plan anything from a short local escape to a much longer road trip. With collections from our Cumbria base, you are well placed for Lake District breaks, Scotland touring holidays, wider UK adventures and European travel too.

The appeal is simple: you can travel at your own pace, stay flexible with your route and enjoy the comfort of a fully equipped motorhome throughout your trip.

Book your Carlisle Motorhome hire

Get in touch and book your Carlisle motorhome rental with us today, if you have any further questions, just let us know, and we’ll be happy to help.

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The Perfect Motorhome for You

We have a diverse fleet of vehicles to cater to all travel preferences and group sizes, here at Melling Motorhomes. Whether you’re looking for an affordable option or something more luxurious, there is something to suit your needs.

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2 Berth motorhomes

A compact but comfortable space for your journey. They’re a great choice for those looking for a manageable vehicle that doesn’t compromise on the essential amenities.

4 Berth motorhomes

A great balance of space and comfort for small families or groups, ensuring a relaxing and enjoyable journey.

6 Berth motorhomes

There is ample space and luxury for a truly comfortable road trip. Boasting multiple sleeping areas and plenty of storage for all of your essentials.

Pet-friendly motorhomes

Our pet-friendly motorhomes for hire in Liverpool are designed to accommodate your pets, so they can join in on the fun.

Carlisle Motorhome Hire FAQs

We have one site based in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. You’ll find us on the A65, it’s around an 8-minute drive from Junction 36 of the M6. Ideal for customers travelling from Carlisle and the wider Cumbria areas.

Yes, our motorhomes can be driven on a standard UK Category B driving licence, as our motorhomes and campervans all weigh under 3,500kg.

Yes, our motorhomes are suitable for trips across the UK, including Scotland as well as travel to most of Europe. If you’re heading to Europe, you’ll just need to let us know which countries you’ll be travelling to and through so the right paperwork can be arranged.

For couples or two friends, a 2-berth motorhome is usually the best fit. A 4-berth suits small families, friend groups, or couples who want extra space, while 5-berth and 6-berth motorhomes are better for larger families or groups travelling together.

Carlisle customers can choose a vehicle that allows them to bring their dog along. We have 4-berth and 6-berth motorhomes available, but remember to book in advance, as they’re popular.

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    EXCELLENT  
  207 reviews
 
 
          sharon Cooper 
 06/06/2026
 
 
   Hired a most beautiful Motorhome for the first time May 2026. We were extremely anxious but Mel reassured us and helped us feel at ease. The whole experience from start to finish was just great! The Motorhome was spotlessly clean, well equipped and comfortable. Melling was on hand with any queries we had whilst we were away. We travelled 800 miles and had the best time enjoying this new elite club! Don’t forget to raise your hand to say ‘Hi’ to other Motorhomes passing! Fabulous! :)
  
 
 
        James Janvier 
 01/06/2026
 
 
   Great Vehicle, great staff  they were very friendly from start to finish and very much willing to help with whatever was needed. Everything was ready waiting for us in arrival and departure. Would defo recommend to anyone and already have! Motorhome was clean and well kept lots of videos to help with anything and WiFi worked all the way around the NC500 so made satnav and finding things so much easier.
  
 
 
        George Thomas 
 01/06/2026
 
 
   Lovely people and business. easy process start to finish. Great support throughout trip. Life would be really easy if every business was like this.
  
 
 
        Steve Jackson 
 26/05/2026
 
 
   We recently hired a motorhome (1st time) from Melling Motorhomes for our NC500 trip around Scotland, and the experience was excellent from start to finish.

What really stood out was how personal and supportive the whole process felt. Before we drove away, they took the time to properly walk us through the van and make sure we were completely confident with everything. There wasn’t a single part of the vehicle or setup that we didn’t understand, which made a huge difference when setting off on a big trip with a dog and a 12 week old baby.

Throughout the journey, we always felt like they would be available if we needed anything at all. That level of reassurance and customer care genuinely made the experience so relaxing and enjoyable.

We saw several other people travelling the NC500 in Melling Motorhomes vehicles, and their vans consistently looked modern, professional, and well cared for.

If you’re considering hiring a motorhome, I’d absolutely recommend Melling Motorhomes I certainly won't be going anywhere else. Competitive pricing is important, of course, but the real difference is the quality of the product, the professionalism, and the confidence throughout the journey. They made the adventure feel easy, enjoyable, and properly supported.
  
 
 
        Matt Thomas 
 25/05/2026
 
 
   So in early may myself and my family decided to travel to Paris in a motorhome and go to Disneyland. This was our first time. My 4 year old daughter has autism and her safe place is in a vehicle and knowing we couldn’t fly this year I thought this can kill two birds with one stone as they say, a holiday and being in a vehicle. Honestly the guys at Melling motors were so helpful from start to finish. Very upstanding about our needs especially for my daughter. The motorhome itself absolutely stunning and very clean exactly like the pictures. They send you links which are very easy to access and view about how to use things in the motorhome but I still called John to double check. Ha ha he was very helpful. Honestly I could go on but honestly a great company fantastic group of people. Definitely be using them again later this year and my parents are going to be using them this year now they have retired. Thank you guys
  
 
 
        Zac Strong 
 21/05/2026
 
 
   The owners were friendly, helpful, and explained everything clearly before we left, which made the whole process stress-free. We had an amazing time away and would definitely recommend this motorhome to anyone looking for a reliable and comfortable holiday experience
  
 
 
        David Higham 
 21/05/2026
 
 
   Wonderful experience with Mellings nice snd easy no issues great new van made our Bonfest Kirriemuir 2026 trip better no dramas .
  
 
 
        Elizabeth Brierley 
 08/05/2026
 
 
   Excellent support and service from the first call we made.  No pressure to book a MH, they answered all my questions and sent a video of the MH too.  Easy location to find. Immaculate MH and all instructions on how to use it explained well.  Easy to drive, it was automatic.  Good Ts and Cs.  We even had a slight prang of the wing mirror while away in Wales,  no fuss made, asked that we were ok and sorted swiftly on return. We hired a MH for 2 adults and 2 large boys.  Perfect space for us.  We will hire again and would recommend.  The whole team were so helpful.
  
 
 
        Charlotte Reynolds 
 07/05/2026
 
 
   WOW… what an incredible experience! Thank you for providing the most perfect service from start to finish.

Myself and George turned up on a complete whim after deciding the night before that we might attempt the NC500, with six kids and no booking!

From the moment we walked in, Kelly made the entire process an absolute breeze. We walked out with two motorhomes booked for the following week, we couldn’t believe our luck!

The motorhomes drove effortlessly and were equipped with all the latest mod cons, everything you could possibly need for comfort and cooking.

I genuinely cannot fault you or your team. We’re already looking forward to hiring again!

I’ve already spread the word… nothing was ever too much trouble

Thanks Guys!! xx
  
 
 
        Grace Bennett 
 23/04/2026
 
 
   We hired a small Kronos Compact 590 motorhome for our holiday to Northern France .From our initial enquiry through the booking process and during our time out of the Country we found everyone at Melling to be helpful and friendly .Both collection and drop off times were convenient and well organised .The  motorhome was clean and well equipped and gave us and our French Bulldog adequate space and comfort .There was sufficient equipment to utilise on site facilities or to stay where these were not available for a couple of days .
The size of it made it easy to drive and park .We
used the  Tunnel Channel Crossing and once again it was easy to manoeuvre on and off the trains .
We would have no hesitation in recommending Melling Motorhome Hire .

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