If you’re thinking about a campervan conversion, you’re probably wondering what the process actually looks like. At Out and About Campers, we’ve refined our conversion process over the years, making it smooth, friendly and completely tailored to you.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of how we convert your van step-by-step inside our Sussex workshop.

1. Getting to Know You: Understanding Your Dream Campervan 

Every campervan journey starts with a relaxed chat. We take time to understand:

• Your travel style & adventure goals

• Your must-have features

• Your budget

• What you picture as your dream camper

Whether you’re brand new to campervans or upgrading from a previous build, this stage ensures we fully understand how you plan to use your van. By understanding your lifestyle from day one, we’re able to design a campervan that truly fits you.

2. Workshop Tour & Stock Viewing: See Craftsmanship Up Close

Next, we invite you to our Henfield workshop for a hands-on look at what we build. During your visit you can:

• Explore our current stock

• See current builds in progress

• Experience the quality of materials, finishes and hardware

This is where customers often get inspired. You can feel the quality, see the workmanship and picture your own future campervan.

3. Choosing Your Base Vehicle: Finding the Right Van for You

We help you review and compare different base vans depending on your:

• Budget

• Space requirements

• Vehicle specifications (parking sensors, tailgate, etc.)

Choosing the right base van is one of the most important decisions in the whole process. With years of experience sourcing and converting vans, we can guide you through the options with honest, practical advice.

4. Choose Your Conversion Type: Layouts Built for Adventure

We offer several tried-and-tested conversion styles, each designed to maximise space, comfort and adventure potential.

Whether you want a classic campervan layout or something more modern and contemporary, all of our conversions are:

• Built with high-quality materials

• Equipped with market-leading appliances

• Crafted using precision tools

• Designed for durability and long-term travel

Your layout not only determines how the space functions, but also how it makes you feel every time you step inside.

5. Secure Your Build Slot (£1,000 Deposit)

Once you’ve chosen your van and layout, your place in our build schedule is secured with a £1,000 deposit.

This officially gets your project underway! Our build calendar fills quickly, securing your slot gives you a clear timeline for the next steps.

6. Colour Choice & Design Session: Bringing Your Vision to Life

This is one of the most exciting parts of the process. You’ll join us in the workshop for a detailed design session to choose:

• Colours

• Fabrics

• Soft furnishings (curtains, vanshades)

• Finishes

• Flooring

• Styling details (custom upholstery available)

You might love subtle neutrals or be drawn to bold, adventurous colour palettes – the choice is yours! This stage brings your campervan’s unique personality to life.

7. The Build: Your Campervan Takes Shape

Now the real magic begins. Our expert team gets to work transforming your base vehicle into a fully equipped camper.

During the build we:

• Hand-build your furniture

• Install appliances and hardware

• Fit out the interior with precision

• Carry out quality checks at every stage

You’ll receive updates and progress photos so you can watch your camper come to life. This is where our craftsmanship shines.

8. The Adventure Begins: Handover Day

It’s finally time to collect your campervan. During handover we:

• Walk you through every feature

• Demonstrate how to use electrics, appliances and systems

• Offer tips for maintenance and storage

• Ensure you feel confident before driving away

Handover is more than instructions and receiving your keys, it’s the start of your campervan lifestyle and the beginning of countless adventures – and we love hearing all about them!