
Bear Hug Campers
Campervan Converter in Ham Barn Farm & Business Park, Hampshire
Bear Hug Campers is a Hampshire-based specialist in bespoke VW Transporter T6, Citroen Relay, and custom campervan conversions, with expert Victron electrical systems.
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About Bear Hug Campers
Bear Hug Campers, founded by John, operates from a workshop near the South Downs National Park in Hampshire, UK. The company was established with the vision of creating campervans that feel meticulously crafted rather than mass-produced. Their philosophy centers on using honest materials, skilled joinery, and thoughtful layouts to transform small spaces into bright, homely environments. Every aspect of the build process is conducted in-house, ensuring consistent quality and attention to detail.
The company specializes in a range of campervan conversions, including refined VW Transporter Signature Builds, larger Lunbjørn Signature Builds for vehicles like the Citroen Relay, and fully custom builds tailored to individual client needs. Beyond complete conversions, Bear Hug Campers is highly regarded for its professional Victron off-grid electrical installations, which are designed, supplied, and installed to be reliable, certified, and user-friendly. They also offer partial conversion services, such as cutting holes for installations, and provide valuable advice to self-builders.
A distinctive aspect of Bear Hug Campers is its commitment to wildlife conservation. Through a partnership with Wildwood Trust, every van build contributes to funding the care of rescued bears. Clients commissioning a build also adopt a bear in their name, receiving a personalized plaque, an information pack, and an invitation to visit the sanctuary. This initiative imbues each campervan with a sense of purpose, connecting the adventure of vanlife with meaningful environmental support.
What Customers Say
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First class support, advice and service. Having already part done my diy camper, I sent it to John to install a new electric system. So so pleased with the results, using top quality products and utilising the space they had to work with, and making it user friendly. So excited that I've got a camper that works, and can go off on my travels with peace of mind knowing it's been installed at such a high standard. They also installed my gas and water systems so I can now have a hot shower, andmake that cuppa on those cold windy days by the sea. The whole process of enquiring, booking and getting the work done was smooth and painless, and would highly recommend using John and his team.
I would highly recommend Bear Hug Campers, John fitted the windows perfectly to our new van and Becca responded to emails and provided the information and support we needed.
Kindness, skill, and genuine care — a rare find! I had such a wonderful experience with John at Bear Hug Campers. From the very beginning, he was patient, supportive, and truly went the extra mile to help bring my caravan project to life. He didn’t just install the water system — he thought through every detail with care, adapted things on the spot, and made sure everything worked beautifully. What stood out most was the kindness and integrity he brought to the job. After a stressful experience with another company, I honestly felt so reassured and safe in John’s hands. He even shifted other jobs to help meet my deadline — I’ll never forget that. This kind of service is rare. I’m so grateful and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Bear Hug Campers to anyone. I’ll definitely be back for future work as The Still Spot continues to grow 🌿 Thank you again, John!
I couldn't be happier with the amazing job this team did converting my van into the cosy, practical camper I’d dreamed of. From the very first call, John was really thorough—taking the time to understand exactly what I needed, talking me through the design options, and offering thoughtful suggestions I wouldn’t have considered on my own. His attention to detail from the planning stages right through to the final build gave me complete confidence in the process. He was also really helpful with choosing an actual van as this was something I was just winging! The craftsmanship is outstanding—everything feels solid, well-finished, and tailored to how I actually use the space. It’s clear how much care and pride goes into each build. It was also brilliant to meet the builder and see the van come to life—he's clearly passionate about what he does and it shows in the work. If you're looking for a team that really listens, offers expert guidance, and delivers top-quality, personal builds, I couldn’t recommend them more. Thanks again for turning my van into such a welcoming home on wheels!
Loving the Bear Hug Campers course. John and the team are to approachable. Its been so helpful to get a good source of information when doing my van build. Its making the whole process less daunting and the forum community is active and supportive, all your queries get answered quickly. Also the videos are so helpful, really pleased i joined, well worth it.
Customer Testimonials
Never condescending, always encouraging and very much appreciated
Just what I need to get me across the finish line in what has turned out to be a much more complicated process than I could have imagined. Cheers for helping to keep the dream alive.
Honest and good-natured
Thoroughly recommend Bear Hug Campers. The workmanship is to an extremely high standard and the after-sales support is superb. I didn't know too much about either campers or vans in general, so getting one felt overwhelming at first. However, they made me feel instantly comfortable with their patient, honest and good-natured manner. We are over the moon with our new van, thanks Bear Hug!
I mean just look at this work of art!!!
Biggest thanks for cutting all the holes from the outside I was too scared to 😂 Honestly so chuffed. I was so worried about doing the electrics. It was so worth getting Bear Hug to take the stress off my hands and frankly do an amazing job and give me so much advice!
I felt completely at ease throughout the whole process
I have had a full van conversion with John and I honestly couldn't have imagined anything better. The whole process has been incredible from start to finish. I felt completely at ease throughout the whole process. From our first initial call, he took the time to understand me and what I was trying to achieve, and I knew that any decision that may have come up, he would have thought how I may want things.
Stunningly crafted and finished... you’re in the right place
John recently converted our van for us and we’re really pleased with the results. If you want a indenti-kit plastic soulless fit out (like 90% of the vans out there) then this is not the place for you. If you want a van that is bespoke to you and stunningly crafted and finished, then you’re in the right place. From start to finish, we really enjoyed the design process and we now own a van that we’re over the moon with.
Why Choose Bear Hug Campers
Bear Hug Campers, based in Hampshire, specializes in crafting bespoke campervan conversions. The company emphasizes meticulous craftsmanship over mass production. They focus on using honest materials, skilled joinery, and thoughtful layouts. Every aspect of the build process is conducted in-house, ensuring consistent quality and attention to detail in transforming small spaces into bright, homely environments. The company offers a range of services, including refined VW Transporter Signature Builds and larger Lunbjørn Signature Builds. They also provide fully custom builds tailored to client specifications. Bear Hug Campers is highly regarded for its professional Victron off-grid electrical installations. These systems are designed, supplied, and installed to be reliable, certified, and user-friendly. Their electrical systems are also fully safety-tested. Partial conversion services, such as hole cutting, and valuable advice for self-builders are also available. A distinctive aspect of Bear Hug Campers is its commitment to wildlife conservation. Through a partnership with Wildwood Trust, every van build contributes to funding the care of rescued bears. Clients commissioning a build also adopt a bear in their name, receiving a personalized plaque and an invitation to visit the sanctuary. This initiative connects the adventure of vanlife with meaningful environmental support.
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Tall Barn
Ham Barn Farm & Business Park, Hampshire
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Bear Hug Campers specializes in bespoke full campervan conversions for models like VW Transporter T6 and Citroen Relay. They also provide expert Victron electrical system installations. The company offers part conversions and carpentry services, focusing on handcrafted, functional designs.
Bear Hug Campers primarily converts VW Transporter T6 and Citroen Relay vans. They also undertake custom campervan conversions for other models. The company focuses on crafting functional and beautiful living spaces tailored to each customer's specific needs.
Bear Hug Campers is located at Ham Barn Farm & Business Park in Hampshire. The workshop is situated conveniently near the South Downs National Park. They serve clients seeking premium van conversion and electrical system services in the region.
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