Opening times in Edinburgh, tips and what to expect at Easicampers over the festive period.
Planning around the festive season can be hectic for travel, work projects, and winter getaways.
Whether you’re arranging practical transport or gearing up for a holiday trip, knowing the Christmas and New Year opening times for campervan hire services in Edinburgh helps remove last-minute stress.
Holiday Opening Times – What You Should Know
Unlike standard weekly hours, holiday periods often see adjusted opening times, closures, and special return arrangements.
Based on the regular hours published for the Edinburgh locations, you can expect the following as a starting point for planning with some typical festive adjustments (always confirm before booking):
Regular Winter Opening Hours
Easicampers Motorhome and Campervan Hire
- Monday – Friday: 08:00-17:30
- Saturday: 08:00-14:00
- Sunday: 09:00-12:00
Expected Adjustments Over Christmas and New Year
Christmas Week
- 23-24 December: Likely open with shortened hours (morning/early afternoon only).
- 25-26 December: Closed – Christmas Day and Boxing Day are public holidays across Scotland.
- 27-28 December: Many services resume, either at regular or slightly reduced hours.
New Year Week
- 31 December (New Years Eve): Open earlier in the day, but closing earlier than usual.
- 1 January (New Years Day): Closed
- 2 January onward: Return to near-normal opening hours.
Why This Matters for Your Festive Plans
For Business and Projects
The festive season often brings extra demands– whether you’re organising a short-term project or need practical transport over the holidays. Understanding holiday hours helps ensure you pick up or drop off without surprises. Planning ahead also avoids unnecessary rental charges if, for example, you’re stuck past a closure date.
For Holiday and Motorhome Trips
If you’re hiring a motorhome or campervan for a Christmas break, knowing collection and drop-off windows matters even more. For example, some Edinburgh hire locations require specific pickup times (such as between 13:00-16:00), so make sure you factor festive closures into your itinerary.
Helpful Tips Before You Book
Book Early
Festive periods are busy. Whether you plan to hire a van for short-term use or grab a motorhome for a Scottish winter break, early booking reduces stress and increases availability.
Confirm Holiday Hours Directly
Opening times sourced online give a strong indication, but they can change year to year and often vary around Christmas and New Year. Calling to confirm exact holiday hours is the best way to avoid surprises.
Plan Your Pick-Up/Return
Because Christmas Day and New Years Day are closures, plan your itinerary to avoid return deadlines on these dates. Many hire companies let you return early or late by arrangement – worth asking about when you book.
EasiCampers Edinburgh
1A Drovers Road
Broxburn
EH52 5ND
0131 322 6597