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Hillside Leisure is a family business based in Derby, established by the Cross brothers in 2004. Run by a team who are enthusiastic campers themselves, they have designed and developed a range of high-quality campervans which are as easy to drive and use as they are as every day vehicles.

Hillside Cromford

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Second | Campervans over 5 metres

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Caravan and Motorhome Club Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards 2023, second Campervans over 5 metres

Hillside Cromford exterior

Hillside Cromford has grey upholstery. The rising roof is open.

Hillside Cromford interior

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen T6.1
  • Gearbox: manual 
  • Engine: 108bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 5.3m (17' 4 ")
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3000kg
  • Mass in running order: 2650kg (estimated)
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: central kitchen / central bed / roof bed / fixed toilet
  • Number of berths: four
  • Bed sizes: two singles in rear lounge which can be made into a double bed, additional roof bed (contact Hillside Leisure for measurements)
  • Fridge size: 50-litres
  • Heating: Eberspacher diesel heating
  • ISOfix Points: option only

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied: one, AGM leisure battery
  • Solar Panel: none
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for one cylinder, maximum size 2.7kg

Price

  • Price from £64,095
  • Price as entered £64,095

Check with Hillside Leisure for the latest prices and availability  

"Really innovative campervan layout also allows for long items like a canoe / surfboard to be stored down the central aisle."

Judge's comment

Hillside Birchover All Motion SWB

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Campervans under 5 metres 

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Caravan and Motorhome Club Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards 2023, Campervans under 5 metres entrant

Hillside Birchover All Motion SWB exterior

Caravan and Motorhome Club Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards 2023, Campervans under 5 metres entrant

Hillside Birchover All Motion SWB interior

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen 4MOTION Transporter
  • Gearbox: manual 
  • Engine: 148bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 4.89m (16' 0")
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3200kg
  • Mass in running order: 2750kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: central kitchen / rear bed / roof bed
  • Number of berths: four
  • Bed sizes: two doubles (contact Hillside Leisure for measurements)
  • Fridge size: 65-litres
  • Heating: Blown air diesel heating
  • ISOfix Points: option only

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied: one, AGM leisure battery
  • Solar Panel: 60W
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for one cylinder, maximum size 2.7kg

Price

  • Price from £68,695
  • Price as entered £73,690 

Check with Hillside Leisure for the latest prices and availability  

"Hillside offers a range of Birchovers, with the All Motion suited to those who want to go that bit further!"

Judge's comment

Hillside Hopton

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions with Fixed Roof under 6 metres

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Hillside Hopton has an orange exterior, with a step to gain easy access.

Hillside Hopton exterior

Hillside Hopton has pale green patterned upholstery, with stripy wooden overhead lockers. The kitchen work surface is white with a hob and separate sink. The floor is wooden. It has a roof light.

Hillside Hopton interior

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Crafter
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 175bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: two
  • Length: 5.98m (19' 7")
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3500kg
  • Mass in running order: 2850kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: central kitchen / central washroom / rear lounge
  • Number of berths: two
  • Bed sizes: two singles which can be made into a double bed (contact Hillside Leisure for measurements)
  • Fridge size: 90-litres
  • Heating: Blown air central heating and water heating
  • ISOfix Points: none

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied: one, AGM leisure battery
  • Solar Panel: fitted option (contact Hillside Leisure for wattage)
  • Gas cylinder/tank: 20-litre LPG tank

Price

  • Price from £70,695
  • Price as entered £79,803

Check with Hillside Leisure for the latest prices and availability

"Hillside makes the most of the Crafter with a conversion that includes full washroom facilities."

Judge's comment

Hillside Leisure Volkswagen Birchover Classic

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Campervans over £47,000

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 148bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 4.93m / 16’ 1"
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 2800kg
  • MIRO: 2302kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Price: £55,285 
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Layout: Centre kitchen

"Thoughtful design touches add to the Birchover's practical appeal"

Judge's comment

Hillside Leisure Volkswagen Birchover S

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Campervans under £47,000

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 89bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 4.93m / 16’ 1"
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 2600kg
  • MIRO: 2272kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Price: £39,995
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Layout: Centre kitchen

"This is a brilliant van for the price, classic camper layout, solidly built and good finish"

Judge's comment

Hillside Leisure Volkswagen Cromford

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions £50,000 - £55,000

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 148bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 5.32m / 17’ 4”
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3000kg
  • MIRO: 2490kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Price: £55,000 
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / central washroom

"Really clever packaging to fit a cassette loo and hand wash basin in a pop-top van"

Judge's comment

Hillside Leisure Volkswagen Hopton

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions £55,000 - £65,000

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Crafter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 175bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 2
  • Length: 5.99m / 19’ 6”
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3000kg
  • MIRO: 2490kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Price: £63,635 
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / central washroom

"Great kitchen area – well-designed with large preparation area and all facilities"

Judge's comment

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Winner | Campervans up to £45,000

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 100bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 4.89m / 16’
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 2800kg
  • MIRO: 2302kg

Conversion

  • Price: £44,999 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / rear bed

"A good value, practical campervan that does everything well"

Judge's comment

Hillside Birchover Executive

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Campervans over £45,000

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 100bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 4.89m / 16’
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3000kg
  • MIRO: 2237kg

Conversion

  • Price: £54,855 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / rear bed

"Spacious and cosy"

Judge's comment

Hillside Hopton

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Van Conversions over £55,000

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Crafter
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Engine: 174bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 2
  • Length: 5.99m / 19’ 6”
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3500kg
  • MIRO: 2840kg

Conversion

  • Price: £64,330 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / centre washroom / rear bed

"Stylish and solid two-berth with added appeal of an automatic Volkswagen base"

Judge's comment

Hillside Dalbury S Tekna

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Micro Motorhomes

Base Vehicle

  • Nissan NV200
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 88bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 3
  • Length: 4.4m / 14’ 4”
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 2000kg
  • MIRO: 1760kg

Conversion

  • Price: £29,995 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 1
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / rear bed

"Great to see a one-berth campervan making efficient use of space for solo travellers"

Judge's comment

Richard Baldwin Motorhomes Hillside Leisure Volkswagen Caravaggio

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Winner | Any Campervan Dealer Special

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen T6 Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 102bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 4.9m / 16’
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 2800kg
  • MIRO: 2256kg

Conversion

  • Price: £48,888 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Based on: Hillside Birchover Classic
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / rear bed

Only available from Richard Baldwin Motorhomes, Halifax

"Very good value with a strong warranty"

Judge's comment

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Campervans over £45,000

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Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic exterior

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic interior

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen T6 Transporter
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Capacity: 2000cc
  • Engine: 100bhp
  • Length: 4.89m / 16’
  • NCC Approved

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3000kg
  • MIRO: 2490kg

Conversion

  • Price: £47,900 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 6’ 1” x 4’ (1.85m x 1.22m)
  • Layout: Centre kitchen

"Fun, funky, fantastic!"

Judge's comment

Hillside Leisure Birchover S

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Campervans up to £45,000

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Hillside Leisure Birchover S

Hillside Leisure Birchover S exterior

Hillside Leisure Birchover S

Hillside Leisure Birchover S interior

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen T6 Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Capacity: 2000cc
  • Engine: 82bhp
  • Length: 4.89m / 16’
  • NCC Approved

Conversion

  • Price: £35,995 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 6’ 1” x 4’ (1.86m x 1.22m)
  • Layout: Centre kitchen

"Cracking value, wonderfully simple van that will do the job well."

Judge's comment

Hillside Leisure Cromford

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Van Conversions £45,000 - £55,000

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Hillside Leisure Cromford exterior

Hillside Leisure Cromford interior

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen T6 Transporter
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Capacity: 2000cc
  • Engine: 148bhp
  • Length: 5.29m / 17’ 3”
  • NCC Approved

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3000kg
  • MIRO: 2490kg

Conversion

  • Price: £54,606 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 6’ 3” x 5’ (1.92m x 1.52m) 
  • Layout: End washroom / end kitchen

"If twin singles beds and a washroom are must-haves in a Volkswagen, this is worth a look."

Judge's comment

Hillside Leisure Dalbury

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Micro Motorhomes

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Hillside Leisure Dalbury

Hillside Leisure Dalbury exterior

Hillside Leisure Dalbury

Hillside Leisure Dalbury interior

Base Vehicle

  • Nissan NV200
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Capacity: 1500cc
  • Engine: 108bhp
  • Length: 4.4m / 14’ 4”
  • NCC Approved

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 2000kg
  • MIRO: 1760kg

Conversion

  • Price: £30,495 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 6’ 1” x 2’ 9” (1.86m x 0.91m)
  • Layout: Centre kitchen

"For a tiny camper, it’s spacious."

Judge's comment

Hillside Leisure Hartington

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Van Conversions up to £45,000

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Hillside Leisure Hartington exterior

Hillside Leisure Hartington interior

Base Vehicle

  • Renault Trafic
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Capacity: 1600cc
  • Engine: 123bhp
  • Length: 5.39m / 17’ 6”

Conversion

  • Price: £44,295 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 6’ 3” x 5’ (1.92m x 1.52m)
  • Layout: End washroom / end kitchen

"The Hartington has enough headroom for over 6 footers, with keen pricing and the Renault base makes it appealing."

Judge's comment

Hillside Leisure Heatherton

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Van Conversions over £55,000

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Hillside Leisure Heatherton exterior

Hillside Leisure Heatherton interior

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Crafter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Capacity: 2000cc
  • Engine: 175bhp
  • Length: 5.98m / 19’ 6”

Conversion

  • Price: £67,381 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 6’ 1” x 4’ 4” (1.85m x 1.34m)
  • Layout: End washroom / side kitchen

"Great driving Crafter, very appealing and conversion majors on designer feel."

Judge's comment

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