Welcome to our Christmas gift guide for van conversion enthusiasts! The festive season is upon us, and so it’s time to start thinking about the perfect gifts for your loved ones. Whether you’re shopping for a friend, family member, or even yourself, we’ve got you covered. Our gift guide is packed with unique and thoughtful ideas that are sure to make this Christmas one to remember. From practical gifts to help self builders with their electrics to fun portable gifts for use on the road, we’ve scoured the internet to bring you the best of the best for a range of budgets. So let us help you find the perfect gift for the van conversion enthusiast in your life.
AT A GLANCE
Best gift for self builders - Build Plans for Overhead Units
Best low budget gift for van conversion owners - Brits stops book and app
Best high budget gift for van conversion owners - Lithium battery upgrade
OUR GIFT LIST
BRIT STOPS GUIDE - £39 from Brit Stops
Give the gift of unforgettable experiences and comfortable park up spots with a membership to Brit Stops! Brit Stops is a network of farms shops, pubs & vineyards, and other fantastic locations around the UK & Ireland that invite vanlifers to stay for one night — free of charge!
Save 25% using the promo code HOLIDAY25 and the link below
DIGITAL PLANS - £12.79 from Vanlife Conversions (including Black Friday discount)
Is your loved one converting a van themselves and planning to build their own cabinets? Our detailed build plan can help them reduce thinking time and costly mistakes. Based on the overhead units in our popular Kunu layout, it contains all the dimensions for both sets of cabinets as well as the corresponding door fronts and an extensive cutting list of precisely the elements required to put it together.
20% off for Black Friday!
BUTTERFLY CAMPING CHAIRS - £31.36 from Amazon (with Black Friday discount)
Upgrade their camping gear with this butterfly canvas chair. It has a foldable frame ideal for storing in small spaces and it is lightweight and durable. The curved back design makes it comfy to sit in and looks stylish too! A gift they will use on every trip.
15% off for Black Friday!
LITHIUM BATTERY - £1,530 from Roamer (with Black Friday discount)
Give the gift of power this Christmas with the Roamer 460SMART3 Lithium Battery. This is their 3rd generation flagship LiFePO4 battery - designed for high power users and those looking to spend extended periods off grid. New Grade A+ matched cells have exceptional power density, and provide a huge amount of capacity and power in a compact case. It even has low temperature protection and a corresponding app for monitoring on the go.
15% off for black Friday until Monday 27th November!
PORTABLE FIRE PIT - £34.99 from Amazon
A collapsible and compact fire pit that can be easily stored in its carry case when not in use. It also has a detachable grate to BBQ. A perfect gift for the outdoorsy type.
ELECTRICAL CONSULTANCY SESSIONS - starting at £35 from Tiny Build Electrics
Anyone converting a van would be grateful for this gift! Tom at Tiny Builds Electrics is an expert in van electrics. He has designed and consulted on thousands of electrical systems and is known for his comprehensive 1-to-1 consultations. With his wealth of knowledge and experience, Tom can help optimise their van’s electrical system with his customised design and planning sessions saving stress, time and money.
Use promo code XMASVANLIFE2023 for 20% off!
MAGAZINE - £10 from Adventure Magazine
An ideal stocking filler! Advanture Magazine is a 100-page print mag. Curated vanlife adventure stories from the road, with stunning photography and stylish layout. The magazine is printed on uncoated FSC paper in the UK, and is more akin to a coffee table style journal than the typical magazine you'd find at the newsagent. Published 3x a year. Let the Advanture begin by disconnecting for a flick through this unique publication.
Use promo code cgtgc63u3 to get a free bumper sticker with your magazine purchase!
ANKER NEBULE PROJECTOR - £219.99 from Amazon (in Black Friday deal)
This small portable projector is a must for anyone spending a long time away in their van. Ideal for creating cosy cinema moments watching their favourite films and TV shows. It has remarkable clarity and contrast with a 360 speaker and is the size of a drinks can.
ALL TERRAIN TYRES AND ALLOYS - approx £1600 for 4 from Rogue Alloy
(prices vary and depend on the base vehicle)
A great upgrade for off-road driving or extreme terrains, Rogue Alloy has a wide selection of all-terrain alloy wheels and tyres. They are designed to give confidence while driving and provide an adventurous and aggressive look to the van. You can build a unique package that suits your specific needs and preferences.
Thanks for reading! We wish you a very Merry Christmas
The Vanlife Conversions Team
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