Artisan Christmas Van Hire

If you’re a market-stall vendor hiring a van for five weeks to transport stock to an artisan market, here’s what you’ll need — and what type of vehicle would suit you best.

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📄 What you’ll need to hire the vehicle

A full, valid UK driving licence (Category B) for most vans up to 3.5 tonnes.
Proof of identity – e.g., passport or photo ID.
Proof of address – recent utility bill or bank statement (typically within last 3 months).
A DVLA “share your licence” code (or printout) so hire firm can check endorsements/points. GOV.UK
A debit or credit card in your name for the hire deposit and rental payment.
Age requirements – 25-75 depending
Clear driving record: many firms limit the number of penalty points or recent major convictions.
Insurance and rental terms: check whether the hire includes insurance, what the excess is, and any mileage limits. Car and Van Hire Wigan | Cheap Van Rental Wigan | EasiHire

🚐 What’s the best vehicle for your needs

Since you’re moving artisan market stock for five weeks, you’ll want something reliable, secure and appropriately sized. Here are the features to look out for:

A medium panel van (for example a Ford Transit Custom, Vauxhall Vivaro or Mercedes Vito) gives good cargo space without needing a large vehicle licence.
Load-floor length and height should suit your boxes/racks: aim for a van with a flat floor, decent height (so you can stand inside if needed) and rear loading doors.
Consider a van with sliding side door(s) for easier access at market sites.
Long-term hire: Since you need five weeks, check the rental firm’s “weekly” or “long-term” rental rates rather than day-by-day. Some firms offer better rates for multi-week hires.
Mileage: Ensure the hire includes sufficient mileage (or unlimited) so you’re not charged for frequent trips to and from your stock storage/home.
Fuel & security: Choose a van with diesel fuel (common), good security (lockable cargo area) and perhaps fitted with shelving or tie-downs if you carry fragile stock.
Ease of parking: Since you’ll likely visit market sites, choose a van size that you can park easily in market car parks or streets.

✅ Final tip

Book your van early, clearly state that you’ll be hiring for 5 consecutive weeks, confirm any weekly rate discounts, check the condition of the van when you pick it up (take photos of any damage), and make sure you know the return terms. That way you’ll have your market-stock-transport sorted and can focus on your artisan market stall itself.