Win a Motorhome in UK Competitions and Prize Draws
You can win a motorhome through paid competitions run by online operators, through occasional free giveaways backed by broadcasters and dealers, and by using the free postal entry that every paid draw must offer. Motorhome prizes tend to be big, often £60,000 or more, which is why many come with a generous cash alternative. Before entering, check the total number of tickets, the cash figure and the vehicle’s weight, because larger motorhomes can need more than a standard car licence to drive.
Live motorhome competitions
We update this list as motorhome draws open and close. Each card shows the vehicle’s weight band and the cash alternative side by side, because for most entrants those two details matter more than the brand on the back.
Why motorhomes have become such popular prizes
A new coachbuilt motorhome from a mainstream brand typically costs well over £60,000, and premium models go far beyond that. Few people can justify that outlay for something they might use a few weeks a year, so a competition offers a route in that wouldn’t otherwise exist.
Operators have noticed. Dream Car Giveaways regularly runs draws for new Roller Team, Burstner and Swift models, often with cash alternatives in the £55,000 to £65,000 range, and BOTB lists Hymer, Auto-Trail and Knaus motorhomes in its weekly Dream Car competition. Smaller specialist sites run occasional one-off motorhome draws too, some built by the people running them.
Free motorhome giveaways
Genuinely free motorhome competitions do come along, usually tied to a broadcaster or a dealer promotion.
The best known is the GB News motorhome competition. In August 2026, GB News launched a draw for a brand-new McLouis Fusion 330 motorhome worth around £75,000, plus £35,000 in tax-free cash, with the vehicle supplied through dealer Marquis Leisure. GB News runs these giveaways regularly with different prizes and closing dates, so always check the current draw date and terms on the broadcaster’s own site before entering.
Dealers and motorhome shows occasionally run their own free giveaways as well, normally in return for joining a mailing list. These are less frequent, and you’ll find any that we’ve verified on our free car competitions page.
The other reliable way in is the free postal entry. Every legitimate paid motorhome draw in the UK must offer one, and a valid postal entry carries exactly the same chance as a bought ticket. Our guide to the free entry route explained covers how this works, and the postal entry rules guide explains the details that commonly get entries rejected.
Types of motorhome you can win
Coachbuilt motorhomes are the most common prize. The habitation area is built onto a van chassis, usually a Fiat Ducato or Peugeot Boxer, with a cab that’s still recognisably a van. Roller Team, Swift and Auto-Trail models fall into this group, offering a good balance of space and price.
Low-profile motorhomes are coachbuilts without the over-cab bed, which gives a sleeker shape and slightly better fuel economy. Many recent competition prizes, including Burstner’s Lyseo range, sit around this layout.
A-class motorhomes integrate the cab into the body, creating a wide panoramic windscreen and a more spacious feel. They’re the premium end of the market and often weigh more, which matters for licensing.
Panel van conversions blur the line with campervans. Models built inside a Fiat Ducato or VW Crafter shell are popular prizes, and they’re usually easier to park and store than a full coachbuilt. If that’s more your style, our campervan competitions page covers smaller vans in more detail.
What to check before you enter a motorhome competition
The real odds. Cheap tickets can hide very large ticket pools. Some motorhome draws sell tickets for a few pence, and winning ticket numbers on these draws regularly run into the hundreds of thousands or more than a million. Divide the tickets you’d buy by the total available to see your chance, and read our guide to car competition odds explained for worked examples.
The cash alternative. Many motorhome prizes offer cash instead, and on the biggest draws it can be close to the vehicle’s value. If you’d struggle to store or use a motorhome, judge the competition on the cash figure. The cash alternative explained guide covers how operators set it.
The closing date. Look for a fixed draw date and check whether the terms allow the operator to extend it. Our guide to guaranteed vs extended draws explains the difference, and operators signed up to the Department for Culture, Media and Sport’s voluntary code have agreed not to move closing dates because of slow sales.
The vehicle itself. Check whether it’s new or used, the model year, mileage, layout, berths and the number of travel seats with seatbelts. A motorhome that sleeps four doesn’t always carry four people legally.
Before you win: owning a motorhome
Motorhomes are rewarding to own, but they come with costs and responsibilities that are worth weighing up before you buy a ticket.
Licence. A standard car licence covers vehicles with a maximum authorised mass of up to 3,500kg. Plenty of motorhomes sit at or just under that limit, but larger models go over it, and driving those needs C1 entitlement. Drivers who passed their test before 1 January 1997 usually have C1 already. Check the vehicle’s maximum authorised mass in the listing and your own licence before entering.
Insurance. Specialist motorhome insurance is normally required, and premiums depend on the vehicle’s value, where it’s kept and how you use it. Our guide to insurance after winning a car applies here too.
Storage. Most motorhomes won’t fit on a standard driveway, and some councils, estates and leases restrict parking them at home. Secure storage sites charge a monthly fee and may be required by your insurer.
Servicing and habitation checks. As well as a normal vehicle service and MOT, motorhomes benefit from an annual habitation check covering gas, electrics, water and damp. Many manufacturer warranties on the body depend on it.
Selling it on. If the motorhome doesn’t suit your life once you’ve won it, you’re generally free to sell it, though it’s worth reading our guide on whether you can sell a car you won before deciding, since some terms include conditions.
How we choose which motorhome competitions to list
We’re an independent comparison site. We don’t run draws or sell tickets, and we may earn a commission if you enter through our links, which never affects which competitions we include or the order they appear in. You can read more in our affiliate disclosure.
Before a motorhome competition goes on this page, we check that it’s restricted to over-18s, publishes its maximum ticket numbers and closing date, explains its free entry route, states the cash alternative upfront and describes how the winner is drawn. We note whether the operator has signed the DCMS voluntary code and look for evidence that past winners received their prizes. Our full process is set out in our methodology.
If something on this page looks out of date or inaccurate, let us know and we’ll check it.
Play responsibly
A motorhome is a long shot in every draw, and most entrants will win nothing. Set a budget you’re comfortable losing before you browse, don’t chase a draw that’s about to close, and use the free postal route if you’d like to take part without spending. If you spot a giveaway on social media asking for payment to release a prize, our guide on how to spot competition scams explains the warning signs. If competitions have stopped being fun, the National Gambling Helpline is free on 0808 8020 133.
Frequently asked questions
Can you win a motorhome for free in the UK?
Yes. Broadcasters such as GB News run free motorhome giveaways, and every paid motorhome competition must offer a free postal entry with the same chance of winning as a ticket.
When is the GB News motorhome competition draw date?
It changes with each giveaway. Check the current competition on the GB News website for the closing time and draw date, and be wary of social media posts claiming to be GB News that ask for payment.
Do I need a special licence to drive a motorhome I’ve won?
Not if the motorhome’s maximum authorised mass is 3,500kg or less, which a standard car licence covers. Heavier motorhomes need C1 entitlement, which most drivers who passed before 1997 already hold.
Are motorhome competitions legitimate?
Many are, but standards vary. Look for published ticket caps, a fixed closing date, a clear free entry route, full terms and a record of past winners.
Can I take cash instead of the motorhome?
Most paid motorhome competitions offer a cash alternative, and on larger draws it can be £50,000 or more. Some free giveaways offer the vehicle only, or the vehicle plus a cash sum.
Do I pay tax if I win a motorhome?
Competition prizes are generally not taxed as income in the UK. Our guide to tax on competition prizes covers the details, and you’ll still need to budget for insurance, storage and servicing.
What’s the difference between a motorhome and a campervan?
A campervan is usually a converted van with a compact living space, while a motorhome has a larger, purpose-built habitation area with a fixed washroom and more beds. Motorhomes are more comfortable for longer trips but harder to park and store.
Last updated: October 2026. Prize details and draw dates change frequently, so always confirm on the operator’s site before entering.