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    Motorhome, Campervan & Caravan Dimensions Checker

    Check whether your motorhome, campervan or caravan will fit through height barriers, car park entries, ferry decks and bridges.

    Will It Fit? Motorhome, Campervan & Caravan Dimensions Check

    Free height, width and length checker for UK car parks, garages, ferries and bridges

    • Uses model database
    • Includes safety buffers
    • Browse matching vehicles

    Bridge strikes cost thousands and cause serious injuries

    • •Low bridges, car parks, and ferry decks catch out hundreds of drivers each year
    • •Knowing your vehicle dimensions before you travel prevents costly damage

    Checking dimensions is essential before driving a motorhome, campervan or caravan into an unfamiliar car park, garage or ferry. Height barriers at UK supermarkets are commonly set at 2.0m to 2.1m, which will exclude most leisure vehicles. Use this free tool to verify clearance before you commit.

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    Select your vehicle

    Choose vehicle type and find your model, or enter dimensions manually

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    Choose vehicle type and find your model

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    How the Dimensions Check works

    What we check

    We compare three key measurements: height (important for barriers, bridges and ferries),width (crucial for narrow lanes and parking bays), and length (affects ferry pricing and driveway fit). Our model database contains dimensions for hundreds of caravans, motorhomes and campervans from UK manufacturers.

    Safety buffers

    We subtract clearance margins from your constraint: 5cm for height, 10cm for width, and 20cm for length. These buffers account for uneven ground, measurement tolerances and driver error. A result showing "Caution" means it technically fits but with minimal margin.

    What to measure on your vehicle

    Height: Measure to the highest fixed point, including roof boxes, satellite dishes, air conditioning units and roof rails. Width: Include wing mirrors and awning rails. Length: Include bike racks, spare wheels and tow bars.

    Common UK problem spots

    Car parks: Most supermarket barriers are 2.0-2.1m. Ferries: Standard car decks typically allow up to 2.3m height. Bridges: Network Rail bridges vary widely. Narrow lanes: Single-track roads in rural areas can be under 2.5m wide.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dimensions come from manufacturer specifications and our model database. Always verify measurements on the actual vehicle before committing, as accessories, pop-top roofs, or manufacturing variations may affect dimensions.

    We recommend 5cm for height, 10cm for width, and 20cm for length as minimum clearance. Increase buffers if parking regularly or if obstacles have rough edges.

    Many supermarket height barriers are set at 2.0-2.1m, which excludes most motorhomes and high-top campervans. Some stores have designated tall vehicle parking. Panel van campervans under 2.0m may fit. Always check signage before entering.

    Touring caravans typically range from 2.5m to 2.7m in height. Single-axle tourers tend to be shorter, while twin-axle family models are taller.

    Campervans vary significantly by type. Panel van conversions (e.g. VW Transporter) are around 1.9-2.0m, high-top conversions 2.3-2.5m, and pop-top campervans sit at car height when lowered but 2.5-2.8m when raised. Always measure with the roof in its raised position.

    Most UK-Europe ferries accept vehicles up to 2.3m height and 7m length on standard car decks. Larger motorhomes and caravans may need freight or high-vehicle deck booking at higher cost. Campervans under 2.0m usually fit on car decks without issue.

    Enter the posted bridge height into the Bridge tab. Our tool subtracts a safety buffer and compares against your vehicle height. Network Rail bridges have a standard minimum of 4.5m, but many older and canal bridges are as low as 3.0m. Always check signage.

    Most UK car park height barriers are set between 2.0m and 2.1m. Purpose-built motorhome-friendly car parks typically allow 3.0m or more. Most panel van campervans will clear standard barriers, but high-top and coachbuilt motorhomes will not.

    Measure from ground to highest fixed point including roof rails, aerials, satellite dishes, air conditioning units, and pop-top roofs in their raised position. Add height for any rooftop accessories not fitted when measuring.

    Many panel van campervans (e.g. VW California, Ford Nugget) fit in standard parking spaces at around 4.9m long and 1.9m wide. Larger coachbuilt motorhomes and caravans will need oversize bays. Use our Parking tab to check your specific vehicle.