Compass campervans: models, specs and current UK stock

Compass is a respected British manufacturer of touring caravans and coachbuilt motorhomes, engineered and manufactured in Consett, County Durham. As a prominent brand within the Erwin Hymer Group UK, Compass is distinguished by its commitment to SoLiD (Strong, Light, and Dry) Construction. This advanced structural bonding technique replaces traditional mechanical fixings with high-strength adhesives, significantly improving the vehicle's integrity and resistance to water ingress while reducing overall weight.

The current caravan portfolio features the versatile Casita and the refined Capiro ranges, while their motorhome offerings provide practical layouts suited for both couples and families. Built on weight-optimised chassis for enhanced stability, Compass vehicles combine contemporary interior ergonomics with robust structural engineering. Designed specifically for the UK climate and road conditions, the brand continues to provide reliable, high-performance leisure vehicles for the modern explorer.

The Compass story began in the late 1960s, founded by S.D.C. Builders in Sedgefield, County Durham. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, the brand established a strong presence in the British leisure industry by producing accessible, practical caravans. A major turning point occurred in 1998 when Compass was acquired by the Explorer Group, aligning it with the Elddis brand. Following a brief absence from the market during an industrial restructure in 2009, Compass was successfully relaunched in 2013 to meet continued consumer demand.

A pivotal technical milestone occurred in 2012 with the introduction of SoLiD Construction. Developed in partnership with Henkel, this innovative chemical bonding process eliminated thousands of screws and bolts, resulting in a more durable and weather-resistant shell. In 2017, the brand’s parent organisation was acquired by the Erwin Hymer Group, one of the world's largest leisure vehicle manufacturers. This transition provided Compass with international resources and investment while preserving its heritage as a British manufacturer. Operating from its County Durham headquarters, Compass now blends decades of traditional craftsmanship with modern adhesive-based technology to produce its award-winning range of caravans and motorhomes.