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Van Rental in Southampton

Meadens of Hythe offers van hire from £60 per day, including VAT, insurance and 150 free miles. We have been a Practical Car & Van Rental franchise for nearly 30 years, and we hire out Ford Transit and Luton vans for house moves, furniture collections and business use. 

Which Vans Can I Hire? 

Ford Transit Short Wheelbase (SWB): Suits smaller loads, single items and quick jobs around town

Ford Transit Long Wheelbase (LWB): Has a longer load space for furniture, flat-pack and bigger deliveries 

Luton van with tail lift: Our largest van, for house removals and heavy or bulky items. The tail lift means yoy donlt have to lift heavy items up into the back.

How Much Does Van Hire Cost?

Hire OptionPrice (inc. VAT)What's Included
Daily Van HireFrom £60 per dayInsurance and 150 free miles
4-Hour Van Hire£40For shorter jobs. Subject to availability and can't be booked in advance
Additional Mileage12p per mileCharged for each mile over the free allowance
Sack Truck Hire£5 per dayMakes loading and unloading easier 

What Do I Need to Bring to Hire a Van? 

Please bring all three of the following when you collect your van: 

  1. A valid UK photocard driving licence 
  2. Proof of address 
  3. A DVLA licence check code. You can get this for free from GOV.UK: View or share your driving licence. 

What Can I Use a Hire Van For? 

  • Moving house or flat 
  • Collecting furniture or large purchases 
  • Taking items to the tip or into storage 
  • Business deliveries and short-term cover for business vehicles

Frequently Asked Question

How much is van hire in Hythe? +

Van hire at Meadens of Hythe starts at £60 per day, including VAT, insurance and 150 free miles. Extra miles cost 12p each.

Can I hire a van for just a few hours? +

Yes. We offer 4-hour van hire for £40. Availability varies, and we can't book in advance.

Is insurance included in the price? +

Yes. All of our van hire prices include insurance and VAT.

What's the biggest van I can hire? +

Our largest van is the Luton with a tail lift, which is ideal for house removals.

Do I need a licence check code to hire a van? +

Yes. You'll need a DVLA check code, which you can get for free from the GOV.UK website, along with your photocard licence and proof of address.

  • Ford Transit SWB Van
    A classic choice for small house moves, furniture collection and events, the short wheel base Transit is a versatile vehicle available for hire from Meadens of Hythe.
  • Ford Transit LWB Van
    When you've got a larger load to carry, a long wheel base Transit gives you the extra room you need, along with the convenience you expect from Ford commercial vehicles.
  • Luton Tail Lift
    Ideal for house moves, hiring a spacious Luton Van with a tail lift from Meadens of Hythe means fewer trips, a comfortable drive, and easy loading and unloading.
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