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Great Stock of Manual and Automatic VW campers. We can also build one for you in 6 weeks.
WELCOME To Bridgewater Campers Ltd – We can supply a Leisuredrive Camper to your spec. in 6 weeks
Conveniently located on the Manchester / Cheshire border, we have stock of new build and used campers ‘ready to go‘. We aim to make choosing your new camper an enjoyable, relaxing and exciting experience with our ‘no pressure’ approach.
When you visit us you know you will experience The Bridgewater Difference….it starts with a warm welcome and really does go on for years after taking ownership of your pride and joy!….we’re never more than a phone call away to offer help and guidance….just read our reviews!
For those of you that are at the start of their campervan hunt, then come along for a chat and look around at your leisure to see if a campervan is the right thing for you.
Don’t worry if we don’t have your dream camper in stock…..we specialise in supplying new build Volkswagen & Leisuredrive campervans to your own specification.…. we can have a new build camper usually with you in 4- 6 weeks.
When you buy from us, our Leisuredrive campers come with a unique 36 month Bridgewater warranty package with vehicles sourced directly from VW for extra peace of mind.
Please ring us…… we’d love to see you at our premises, 3 minutes drive from M60 J6 – we’re dog friendly too!
Latest News
Vive La France….et L’Europe!
Those of you that have met John, know that he has to escape to Europe as often as he can for his sanity! Having found the way to San Jose in February, he had a short break in Normandy in March. Taking Brittany Ferries to Caen, he camped up close to Bayeux, just 45 minutes…
The ‘Automatic’ Choice
Over the last 12 months, we’ve noticed that more people are asking for Automatic campers. They are scarce beats but we’ve been building some new ones to order, and we have managed to source a number of excellent used Automatics which helps keeps the price down – you do pay extra for the convenience of a long life left knee! Mark and Angela are the latest to take home their pride and joy Automatic Vivante. We’re grateful that they put their faith in Bridgewater Campers. Check out our automatic stock!
Thank You! – ‘Clan Bridgewater’
Happy 2022 to all of our lovely customers – we really do appreciate you choosing to put your faith in us! We’ve got some great UK and European getaways planned this year – some of it based on your holiday feedback. There are some great offers from Brittany, DFDS and P&O, so we’ve taken the plunge! If you prefer to stay in UK, we love to stay on Caravan and Motorhome Club CL sites – so peaceful with just 5 vehicles…pure joy! And for those of you that are still thinking about a camper, our only recommendation would be to start looking early…..and call us of course!
Our customers are having fun!
We love to hear from our customers….Martin and Maria have been visiting Vattersau and Barra this week. What more can we say ….it’s what campervan life is all about!
We’ve already planned our holidays!
The skies are getting lighter, the vaccine is getting further!…..soon it will be summer! We may not want to fly around the world but…..this is on our doorstep! If you’re thinking of buying a camper this year, make sure you’re happy with the dealer as well as the camper! Your always welcome to ask our recommendations on camping locations.
February – it’s hotting up!
Well.., even though 2020 was our busiest year ever, we’ve already doubled our January orders over 2020! Putting our winter stock in place proved a wise decision. We also have a number of new build campers still in the factory. We’re seeing customers, taking an early decision to either buy from stock, or to place a new build order now, in readiness for a summer delivery.
Most customers are saying that they don’t want to wait until Spring and then find that they can’t get hold of a camper before September.
We are offering some interesting options to delay payments and delivery during the lockdown, so if you are intending to have a camper for summer, why not give us a call. We’re proud of our COVID measures and record and we can still offer ‘The Bridgewater Difference’ experience, with the wonders of today’s technology. If you want a camper for summer, we’re ready
What our customers say...
What a different way to buying a van!
What a different approach to buying a van! A serious effort to tease out exactly what we wanted in a friendly atmosphere with facts and laughter as good companions.. Suggestions made by John as he sought to understand our needs came thick and fast. We spent three hours discussing, looking at short and long wheel base vans, comparing finishes and VW models.
No hard sell; ample time to look, to listen and explore a range of vans and come back with more questions. John explained the different packages available and we felt confident enough to say yes. Phone calls were answered from both John and Pete with a cheery greeting, good information and updates .So, one very rainy day we came by train and were collected at the station by John. The handover was equally thorough and stress free. We drove away happy.
We were delighted with the excellent after sales service from John and Pete, who drove all the way to Kendal on one occasion to sort out a couple of minor problems.
We have been delighted with our Vivante . Bridgewater Campers was definitely the right choice for us. Proper old fashioned service with a smile. Would we use them again? Definitely.
Mike and Jane
Kendal
Michael and Jane, Kendal, Jan 2024
Michael and Jane, Kendal, Jan 2024
We recommend you pay them a visit
We bought our first camper last September from John and Pete and the service we received was excellent. They gave us all the info we needed as newbies to the campervan life and ensured we were well looked after. So much so when we decided to upgrade in June this year we had no hesitation in returning. Again, we were given all the info we needed, they had the perfect swap for us and we picked up our new van a week later. Any questions they are always on hand to help, nothing is too much trouble and we would highly recommend anyone thinking of purchasing a camper to pay them a visit.
Marc and Michelle, Manchester, July 2022
Marc and Michelle, Manchester, July 2022
A thoroughly enjoyable experience
Geoff and Marg, Jun 2022
Geoff and Marg, Jun 2022
They care about your lifelong dream
John and Pete are two of the nicest guys you could wish to meet. From my first visit with them they have been professional, knowledgeable, funny and most importantly extremely patient! No pushy selling, they fully understand and appreciate that buying such a purchase is very often a life long dream for people and they care… would highly recommend Bridgewater Campers. Thank you! Michelle
Michelle D, Manchester, May 2022
Michelle D, Manchester, May 2022
Wow – what fabulous guys!
From the first meeting with John in the early summer sun, sipping a coffee under the awning of a camper van, it was clear their passion and knowledge for all things campervans was fantastic.
Nothing has been too much trouble for John and Pete, and I have been a very fussy customer!!
I would highly recommend using Bridgewater Campers for a fabulous service where you are not hit with any hard sale, just with genuine, helpful and knowledegable advice and assistance.
Thank you so much John and Pete
Anne Sproston, Altrincham, Jan 2021
Anne Sproston, Altrincham, Jan 2021
Shared stories and laughs along the way!
I have known John and Pete for 18 months now, since I bought my camper during lockdown 1, and consider them to be good friends. They have been so supportive in helping me to realise my dream of a camper van with many bespoke features. I have had several experiences of buying leisure vehicles from a range of different sized dealerships and John and Pete definitely get the ‘Platinum award’ for their professionalism, ‘can do’ attitude, lack of hard sell and always putting the client’s needs first.
We have had many shared stories and laughs along the way which is unlike any other purchasing experience and so I don’t hesitate to wholly recommend Bridgewater Campers if you’re considering a leisure vehicle.
Nadine Fry, Nantwich, October 2021
Nadine Fry, Nantwich, October 2021
They really go above and beyond
The van is perfect - we're so thrilled with it. I've also learnt a huge amount throughout the process, which is really useful and testament to the time the guys have invested in answering my endless questions!Nothing has been too much trouble, and the end result was well worth the wait during their busiest period.The aftercare since delivery has been excellent. Both John and Pete are friendly, great fun and always just a phone call away. They really go above and beyond.
We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Bridgewater, and we'll definitely be back.
Joanne Jones, Bollington Dec 2020
Joanne Jones, Bollington Dec 2020
Genuine, Knowledgable and Enthusiastic
Sue Jackson, Keswick, Feb. 2020
Sue Jackson, Keswick, Feb. 2020
Blown away by John and Pete!
They very quickly understood what our needs were, for example whether the van could be manoeuvred up and down our drive comfortably. Talk about going the extra mile! They came out twice from Sale to Prestwich to check this out despite our not having made any commitment to buy a van at that time.
Since we bought our Vivante which we are delighted with, Pete and John have given freely and generously of their time to help us.
Harry and Angela Holsberg, Prestwich, July. 2020
Harry and Angela Holsberg, Prestwich, July. 2020
You won’t be disappointed – honest and impartial
Roger Burke, Lincoln, Jan. 2020
Roger Burke, Lincoln, Jan. 2020
John and Pete are an absolute pleasure to spend time (and money!) with.
I was lucky enough to find Bridgewater Campers, as a campervan novice, via a web search. I met John when he offered to come out of an evening and explain it all to me. He answered all my questions, let me borrow a couple of stock vans for a test drive and a test sleep(!) and listened, while I dithered. Before I knew it, a couple of weeks later, I had bought one!
I am looking forward to summer music festivals, without the packing and lugging kit across fields, and somewhere to escape to when the heavens open! To be followed by adventures further afield I am sure. A big thankyou to John and Pete.
Alison C, Altrincham, July 2019
Alison C, Altrincham, July 2019
Legendary patience and customer service!
Nicola Underdown, Chorlton, January 2020
Nicola Underdown, Chorlton, January 2020
Two of the nicest gents I’ve ever met!
Their sales approach is a credit to them..., no pressure, answered lots of questions, gave me really sensible advice and have even recommended a few campsites.I was collected from the local station, taken on a 'magical test drive' and had the best coffee made for me! Nothing was too much trouble.
Thanks so much guys - I'll be back soon for John to wax and polish the camper again.....he does a great job!
Helen Sumner, Formby, Lancashire, December 2018
Helen Sumner, Formby, Lancashire, December 2018
We loved your ‘no pressure’ sales approach
I remember very well when we turned up with the objective of only viewing campervan options,......and then 4 hours later we had bought one!
Your conversational sales approach really is special and not high pressure....it certainly worked for us.
Nothing was too much for you despite some of our challenging questions! You always go the extra mile and apart from us being thrilled with our purchase we have learnt so much from you both that will help us in our new life on the road.
Thank you both for helping us through the big decision, and making it easy for us to make the right decision. I congratulate you both for the brilliant customer care we have enjoyed both during the initial meeting and subsequently.
Malcolm and Sue Youngson, Nottinghamshire, July 2018
Malcolm and Sue Youngson, Nottinghamshire, July 2018
Of all the companies I dealt with, Bridgewater was easily the most helpful.
Sharon Squires, Nottingham
Sharon Squires, Nottingham, March 2019
Sharon Squires, Nottingham, March 2019
A fortuitous meeting!
John and Karen MacFarlane, Dundee, September 2018
John and Karen MacFarlane, Dundee, September 2018
Going the extra mile
Nick and Joanne Howe, Feb 2017, Ashton upon Mersey, Cheshire
Nick and Joanne Howe, Feb 2017, Ashton upon Mersey, Cheshire
You made us feel very welcome so thank you for that!
If we do get one I would also be able to advertise with my blogging and photography .....as you were so lovely and deserve the credit!
Beth Michael, Reddish, Cheshire, January 2019
Beth Michael, Reddish, Cheshire, January 2019
Dropped in late Sunday
Sarah French, Worsley, May 2018
Sarah French, Worsley, May 2018
It’s been a pleasure to meet John and Pete
Sue Jackson, Keswick, Feb. 2020
Sue Jackson, Keswick, Feb. 2020
Exporting to Guernsey – Couldn’t have been easier
Chris and Jane Massey, Guernsey, March 2018
Chris and Jane Massey, Guernsey, March 2018
Really helpful and informative
Jolyon Berg, Stretford, April 2018
Jolyon Berg, Stretford, April 2018
Thanks for the professional service
We think your website and the info about the van was excellent. We are very happy with the price and speed of your service and payment and hope you are able to get your asking price.
We truly hope it goes to a good home and the purchasers get as much pleasure from it as we did.
David Noble, Weatherby, August 2018
David Noble, Weatherby, August 2018
Wonderful Service – Thanks
Buying a camper van was a long held dream and a huge investment for us and you made the whole process so easy.
It was very reassuring to know that you were always available to answer our questions, give us options and explain things to us.
Our van is perfect and we have enjoyed it so much this year.
We would recommend Bridgewater Campers to anyone thinking of making a purchase.
Best wishes
Donna and Richard
Donna and Richard Wittington, July 2017, Chester
Donna and Richard Wittington, July 2017, Chester
A true pleasure
Andrew and Penny, Dunham Massey
Andrew and Penny, Dunham Massey
A big thank you to both of you
Andrew/Isobelle Jeffery, Winsford, Cheshire
Andrew/Isobelle Jeffery, Winsford, Cheshire