Owner Awards 2025
Celebrating our community of campervan and motorhome owners who make every adventure possible
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Meet the 2025 Owner of the Year: Daniel
From his first nervous listing to managing multiple campervans, Daniel has earned the title of UK's 2025 Owner of the Year. Known for going above and beyond for every hirer – whether it's detailed local recommendations, flexible handovers, or that extra personal touch – Daniel embodies everything Camplify is about. Discover how passion, professionalism, and genuine care created one of our most successful UK owners.
See how Daniel built a successful side hustle)
Meet the 2025 Owner of the Year Runner-Up: Nick
From hauling bags of rugby balls to managing a fleet of four characterful campervans, Nick has turned a post-coaching side hustle into a thriving retirement plan. Discover how he builds genuine connections with every hirer through expert handovers and "personality-first" listings.
From rugby transport to a retirement plan)
Meet the 2025 New Owner of the Year: Kelly
Kelly proves you don't need years of experience to make a real impact. Starting in July 2024 with a self-built Citroën Relay and a determination to get everything right, she's already built a loyal following of repeat hirers. From dog-friendly adventures to detailed digital guides, Kelly's approach shows what happens when you combine genuine care with attention to detail. Discover why she says the emotional connection was the biggest surprise of all.
How Kelly turned her side project into success)
Meet the 2025 Legend Award Winners: Juan & Teresa
When Juan and Teresa emigrated from South Africa with a dream to explore the UK by road, they had no idea their motorhome would become one of Camplify's longest-running success stories. Seven years, hundreds of bookings, and a Glastonbury trip every summer (even if Teresa's never been herself), this Reading-based duo has turned their six-berth family motorhome into a gateway for countless adventures. From creating YouTube tutorials to maintaining a WhatsApp group for every hirer, discover how they built something truly special.
Seven years, countless adventures)
Meet the 2025 Listing of the Year: Mike's VW California
Mike's VW California from Camberley isn't just a campervan – it's a masterclass in how to create a standout listing. With over 108 bookings since 2021, handmade bunting and duvets from wife Sarah, and a self-confessed "grumpy old man" who surprised himself by loving every conversation with hirers, this listing has helped everyone from Dutch couples touring for three months to French fans catching the Oasis reunion. Discover how listing his van made Mike fall back in love with it.
108+ bookings and countingThe story behind the Owner Awards
Every Camplify trip starts with an owner saying yes — to a family's first camping adventure, a couple's road trip, or someone chasing a long weekend away.
The Owner Awards are our way of celebrating a few of the people behind those moments. Owners whose stories stuck with us this year — the kind that remind you what this community is all about.
To dive deeper into these stories, we sat down with all our winners and runners-up to hear firsthand about their journey and the passion they pour into their vans.
Read the full story in our blog
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List my vanFrequently asked questions
How did you choose the winners?
How did you choose the winners?
We looked for owners who embody the Camplify spirit — a real passion for getting people outdoors, a willingness to go the extra mile for hirers, and those who quietly mentor newer owners in the community. These awards aren't based on metrics alone. They're about the stories and the people behind them.
What are the Camplify Owner Awards?
What are the Camplify Owner Awards?
Owner of the Year: This is the top honour, recognising the owner who defines excellence on Camplify. The recipient demonstrates exceptional business performance through fleet growth and statistics, combined with impeccable customer satisfaction (reviews). They exhibit strong leadership via community interaction, maintain the highest degree of professionalism, and possess outstanding marketing and listing quality. This owner is the ultimate standard for success and collaboration within the network.
New Owner of the Year: This is the top honour for an owner who has joined our community within the last 12 months. The recipient demonstrates exceptional business performance, combined with impeccable customer satisfaction (reviews). They exhibit strong leadership via community interaction, maintain the highest degree of professionalism, and possess outstanding marketing and listing quality.
Legend Award: This award celebrates an owner's enduring commitment and consistent excellence over a significant period. The recipient is one of Camplify's longest-standing active members, maintaining an exceptionally high average review score throughout their tenure. They serve as a foundational resource, positive role model, and standard-bearer for the entire Camplify community.
Listing of the Year: This award recognises the owner whose listing exemplifies maximum effort, creativity, and strategic professionalism. The criteria focus on outstanding visual appeal (photography), a compelling and accurate description, and strategic completeness that results in a highly effective, engaging, and top-converting Camplify listing.
Why isn't my favourite owner on this list?
Why isn't my favourite owner on this list?
With thousands of owners across the UK, we could only spotlight a handful this year. If someone you know deserves recognition, we'd love to hear about them — and we'll be keeping our eyes open for next year's awards.
I'm an owner. How can I be considered for next year?
I'm an owner. How can I be considered for next year?
Keep doing what you're doing. Keep sharing your local knowledge, keep going the extra mile, and keep creating those moments that turn a trip into a story. We'll be watching.
I'm a hirer. Can I book directly with these owners?
I'm a hirer. Can I book directly with these owners?
Absolutely. Each winner's profile links to their Camplify listings. Browse their vans and book your next adventure with someone who's been recognised for exceptional service.
Are there Owner Awards in other countries?
Are there Owner Awards in other countries?
Yes! We've also celebrated owners in Australia, New Zealand, and Spain this year. Different markets, same spirit. See the Australian Owner Award Winners and the New Zealand Owner Award Winners.