News
Sorry for the delay
Sunday, January 22nd, 2012
We have been asked by clients about our gallery not changing in January, and it’s just about timing I’m afraid.
With now five separate stand-a-lone websites to keep updated it can take some time to stay ahead.
We have lots of new items coming forward this year, and plenty of new ideas for the future…..so I’ll do my level best to keep the info flowing.
Carls Splitty is ready for home
Tuesday, January 17th, 2012
Carl returned safe & sound from active service abroad to be re-united with his newly appointed Blue Splitty…..I think its safe to say he will be quite pleased to get her back.
Check out all the shots in the gallery
Bullit hits the mark
Friday, December 9th, 2011
Eddie picked up his camper today and was delighted with the transformation. We have re-created the deluxe dressing that Eddie was so keen on, and within the centre seat we have disguised a chest fridge.
For more shots of Bullit’s journey check out the gallery
Hovis turned out a treat
Friday, December 9th, 2011
Louis & Liz came over from Ireland last weekend to be re-united with Hovis, and were both delighted with the results. We had to design & fabricate new inner window frames for all the rear section of the camper……but Hovis turned out a treat.
With led lighting around the airbox Louis & Liz will not have any dark moments up front in the cab, for all the shots check out the gallery for the whole story.
Hire website
Monday, November 21st, 2011
We are very pleased to announce the launch of our dedicated hire website: www.thecampershakhire.com This has been in development for some time and now show cases all our hire operation.
By following the link on the menu bar on the left hand side “Camper Hire”, you will be transferred to this new dedicated area.
From here you can navigate through our various services, customer gallery and forthcoming events through our news section.
For more information on any of the services offered please use the contact us section or talk to Diane & the team in sales 01704 891 728
T4,T5 Tidy
Sunday, November 13th, 2011
We are very pleased to announce the launch of our latest new product “The T4 & T5 storage Tidy”. This product was developed after we had a few nights away in our own T5, both Diane & myself have been campers for years and we know from experience that storage space is a luxury not to be missed.
When your out & about in your camper the need to have regular items close to hand is key to getting sorted quickly. Rather than having to search in a cupboard for the kitchen roll, or rescue the rubbish bag from drifting around the floor.
Working with our heavy duty canvas range of we came up with a storage system that wraps around your headrest fittings, and tucks away at the bottom to follow the contour of the seat back. This ensures that when loaded with possessions the tidy stays in place.
To enhance the appearance of the product we introduced some contrast detailing from our Beachcomber range of waterproof fabrics. With so many colours of Canvas & Beachcomber fabrics to choose from you can really make your T4,T5 Tidy unique.
Check out the gallery opposite for more shots.
Please contact Diane in sales for more information.
Dark hoody at the Shak
Friday, October 7th, 2011
This dark hooded convertible beetle will be transformed into “Parsley” our two-tone pale green & off white cruiser.
Parsley’s progress will be featured in the news section over the coming weeks so watch this space.
James’s peach rolls back to Chester
Wednesday, September 28th, 2011
When James dropped off his splitty he was very concerned about some recent damage to his spare wheel extrusion. An unfortunate accident inside the splitty had put a huge dent at the top of the arch.
So after some thought we came up with an upholstered solution to hide the offending damage, needless to say that James was delighted with the results. Check out the customer gallery for all the shots.
Vanfest what a great show
Tuesday, September 13th, 2011
Thanks to everyone who came to say hello during Vanfest, it was a superb show with so many things to do for all ages. I was really impressed with the feeling of unity from everyone I spoke to with all dubbers out to have a good time irrespective of what the weather could throw at us.
A real big thank you to everyone who travelled to meet us at the show to make your choices for your future camper projects at the Camper Shak. With nearly 1000 business cards taken over the three days both Diane & myself look forward to talking to you all in the future.
Kind regards
Mike & Diane
Sun Canopy
Saturday, September 3rd, 2011
We are very pleased to announce the launch of our latest product: The Sun Canopy. This has been under development for some time as we wanted to create the look of yesteryear with our historic look canopy.
The particular canopy featured has been manufactured to suit “Dougal” Lucy’s Split screen pride & joy, and we are grateful to her for letting us use Dougal to develop our ideas.
The canopy is hand crafted from our Beachcomber range of fabrics which is 100% waterproof. Using are bespoke design fixing system the canopy transports your splitty back to yesterday, when families enjoyed extended living space outside of their campers on the beach or in the countryside.
We plan to offer various ranges of our new product in the future so watch this space. Your canopy will be presented in a hand crafted heavy duty canvas bag for safe storage, with everything required to increase your living area, whilst offering privacy.
Please contact Diane on 01704 891 728 for pricing information
Sew new Investment
Friday, August 12th, 2011
Such is the demand for our hand crafted upholstery products that we have installed another sewing station in Creative Trimmings. This will enable us to meet the growing demands of all the markets sectors we supply.
Watch this space for more updates
Gretel has a new rear locker
Wednesday, August 10th, 2011
Liz & Chris picked up Gretel last week after a complete transformation at the Shak. Liz wanted a design tweak to our standard full rear locker, with the introduction of a door covering the rear section replacing the cubby area.
Both Liz & Chris were delighted with the result and we have a new product variation to offer. Check out Gretel’s gallery for more shots
Tatton what a great show
Monday, August 8th, 2011
Check out the show report for the full story
Hibiscus Range
Monday, August 1st, 2011
We are very pleased to announce the launch of our “Hibiscus” range. We’ve had this on the design pad for a little while now to manufacture our furniture sporting our own graphics.
So to begin the launch we have chosen the flower synonymous with the Vdub scene…The Hibiscus Flower. We will be showing several pieces of our Hibiscus furniture at Tatton Park this coming weekend…..more information in the show diary.
There are going to several news items over the next few days so watch this space.
Minty heads back
Tuesday, June 7th, 2011
Minty the bay window headed back up to Cumbria this week ready for Andy, Kate and the family to be re-united with their super Viking conversion.
With new hand crafted bellows and 4 x 6ft beds up top this special camper should have some great trips ahead.
Check out the customer gallery for all of the shots
Hector hails from South Africa
Sunday, May 8th, 2011
Hector the beautiful crew cab arrived this week in his new paintwork ready for his transformation at the shak & Creative. Check out the customer gallery for more shots of this special Splitty.
Felix heads for home
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011
Julia & Dave were re-united with Felix this morning and were delighted with his new and unique finish. We have matched everything to Julia’s exact specifications…check out the gallery for more shots.
Hammock refurbishment
Sunday, March 13th, 2011
We are very pleased to announce the introduction of this brand new service to our product range. Your old and tired bed hammocks can be completely refreshed with new flexible paintwork, and new bed covers hand crafted from our colourful range of heavy duty canvas.
Your new hammocks can then be either picked up from our workshops or courier delivered to your door (at extra cost) for fitting back into your camper.
Prices shown are for refurbishment of two hammocks
Check out the new product section for more information. Please contact Diane in sales for full information on this new service. 01704 891 728
Billy heads back to the Lakes
Saturday, March 12th, 2011
Adrian & Sandy were reunited with Billy this week as he left the Shak after his transformation. Billy’s new work included new headlining throughout, Hammock refurbishment, Vertical profile doorcards, Cab upholstery and RnR bed cushions.
An Exclusive suite of Montana Oak hand crafted furniture, Leisure electrics, 240v hook –up, option 2 Hi-Fi…the full works really
Check the customer gallery for the final shots
” Beachcomber” New product release
Friday, February 18th, 2011
We are very pleased to announce the launch of our Beachcomber range of doorcards & upholstery products. This new range has been in development for some time and utilises the finest external grade fabrics to bring a new and vibrant look to your camper.
We have named the various colours after beaches from around our beautiful Island so we can offer:
Formby: beige & Faun colours mixing well with creams, browns etc
Fistral: mixture of various light blues that will harmonize with light and dark shades
Watergate: rich mixture of darker blues, mixing well with contrasting vinyl’s
Blackrock: greys, off whites, black that will add drama to any interior
Bantham: range of mid to light greens, complimented with light brown shades
Gosport: vivid range of reds and mid browns adding a real splash of colour.
Check out the news and products section for more information. We will be displaying some samples from our “Beachcomber Range” at Dubfreeze this coming Sunday.
This new range of fabrics will be featuring in some new products soon to be released within next month……so watch this space.
Beachcomber cab seating
Friday, February 18th, 2011
Check out our newly upholstered cab seating, hand crafted in Cool blue, sporting quilted panels of Fistral from our Beachcomber range of fabrics.
We will have this seating displayed at Dubfreeze this coming Sunday …see you there
Pull yourself together Basil
Wednesday, January 19th, 2011
Basil is now sporting his new Roman blinds, curtains & cushions…which finish his new look a treat. Creative Trimmings hand crafted all his new soft furnishings from a rich Cream & Gold fabric which compliments Basil’s new furniture & upholstery.
We will be showing Basil at Dubfreeze next month, so please come along and see him in all his new finery.
Basil is transformed
Thursday, December 23rd, 2010
Well its been a lot of hard work for the Camper Shak team, but we have now finished Basil just in time for our Christmas closure.
When our little splitty returned to us in May we began planning out his new interior working around some curved seating and new style upholstery.
I’m sure you agree that Basil is now the pick of the crop with new headlining throughout, window dressing, two large curved facing seats, and a new suite of luxurious upholstery and doorcards throughout.
We have just got the final soft touches of curtains and cushion dressing to have in place in the new year.
We should have Basil on display at Dubfreeze in Feb 2011 in all his new finery. To see what Basil looked like before we started go back to May this year for his gallery shots.
Busfreeze 2010
Monday, October 25th, 2010
Thank you to everyone who took the time out to come and say hello yesterday at Busfreeze. We had a good day talking through your ideas & aspirations for your camper projects etc.
A real big thank you to all who stopped by for the Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings presentation, were we gave an overview of our products, services and future plans.
Thanks once again for your kind comments on our work, and a big thank you to the clients who came over from Ireland to meet up with us. See you at Dubfreeze 2011 were we should have Basil the Splitty on display along with other new products for the New Year.
Mike, Diane & the Camper Shak team
Izzy heads for home
Tuesday, October 19th, 2010
Anne & Pater were reunited with “Izzy” the other week, and their revamped Dormobile certainly looked a little different after the full treatment from The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings.
We have done everything from the Hammocks, headlining, curtains, doorcards, upholstery, furniture, electrics, flooring, sounds systems…the full works really.
I’m sure that you’ll agree Izzy is a real picture, check out the customer gallery for more shots.
Busfreeze 2010
Sunday, September 26th, 2010
The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings will be attending this great show for the second time. We were there last year for the opening of this autumn vw festival, and it turned out to be a great show.
We will see you there in our usual place in the middle of the hall just before the show& shine area.
“Mu Mu” goes home
Wednesday, August 18th, 2010
The little red Splitty from Arizona was re-united with Andrea, Paul & Daniel the other day, and they were very pleased to get her back.
With everything in place the family were heading off for a quick weekend camping break in their new re-vitalised camper.
Our only problem was that weather was so rough we had to take our photographs inside our fitting area.
Check out the customer gallery for more cracking shots
New Product “Quilted Profile”
Monday, August 16th, 2010
We are very pleased to announce the launch of our latest product “Quilted Profile” to our growing range of doorcard options. This has been in development for some time now and after many trials we displayed a selection of finished doorcards at the recent Tatton Park VW show.
We’ve been striving to create a range of doorcards which can offer a real 3 D feel, and our new Copyright Protected range of Quilted Profile door panels fit the bill.
With many colour and texture options to choose from we’re sure Creative Trimmings can transform your camper or vehicle of your choice.
For more information please check out the products section of the Creative Trimmings website, or contact Diane in sales: 01704 891 728
Tatton 2010
Tuesday, August 10th, 2010
This was our fifth year at this great show in Tatton Park which started a little wet as Diane, myself & Ben set up early on Sunday morning. Thank you to everyone who stopped off at the Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings display last Sunday, It was lovely to see so many old friends from the vdub scene.
Bluebell our bay window show camper certainly caught the eye of a few folk, and Thank you for all your positive comments about her interior & upholstery etc. Take care and see you next year.
For more photos see the Show section
Priscilla is transformed
Friday, July 9th, 2010
Priscilla was reunited with Freddie this week and I’m sure he will be pleased with his new cool and funky looking cruise machine.
We followed Freddie’s brief to convert his beautiful bay into a low riding cruise machine for all his crew, and with subtle led lighting to light his way this bus is ready for some serious cruising.
Creative Trimmings have transformed his front grey Saab seats with our new G.T. stitching and panelling which has certainly made the seats look a little racier.
Check out the customer gallery for the whole story
G.T. Seating
Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010
We are very pleased to announce our latest introduction to our growing upholstery product range “G.T. Seating”. This has been a long time in development as we have been searching for the right fabrics to provide the retro speedy look we have been striving to achieve.
This is our first finished seat destined for a bright yellow Triumph Spitfire that will surely brighten up the look of the classic open top sports car. We have changed the centre panel from the old historic hounds tooth, to a breathable soft & supportable fabric.
This new fabric when combined with our frequency lateral stitching transforms these tired old seats into something that would be fitting in a Ferrari.
Check out the products section for more information
Widgy shows his curves
Friday, April 30th, 2010
Ian & Sue were re-united with Widgy this week after his complete transformation courtesy of The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings
His new curved bulkhead unit looks a real treat set against his new Elegance vivid orange and dune doorcards and upholstery.
Yes Widgy is a Curved Tangerine Dream Machine…check out the customer gallery for all the info
Vikings navigate from Norway
Wednesday, April 21st, 2010
Vikings navigate from Norway
The three pals Jan, Joran & Stien landed at the Shak in bright spring sunshine after their long drive over from Norway. We had been in communication with Jan & Joran for some time discussing their camper projects.
It was a relief to find their journey over land and sea had gone without a hitch, and they had found their way across from Immingham near Grimsby to the Camper Shak in Lancashire.
So while both their campers are in the workshop being transformed from empty shells into day vans, the trio from Norway are exploring the U.K. in Daisy our four berth hire camper.
Storage
Monday, April 19th, 2010
Working in conjunction with Wood End Business Park we are very pleased to announce this new service from The Camper Shak.
After spending a lot of time, money & effort restoring your camper why not avoid your pride & joy standing out in the elements when not in use.
At Wood End Business Park we can now offer over 5,400 sq ft of secure under cover storage for your prize camper. The unit is protected by a number of security measures including:
• Close circuit T.V. surveillance
• Alarm security at single point of entrance
• High post security at doorway entrance
• Single key access controlled on site
• Landowner lives on site and conducts regular external inspections
The storage facility has been assessed by the caravan club and has been awarded with the highest Gold standard.
How does the system work?
This couldn’t be easier, simply make contact with Diane in sales and we can discuss a storage package to suit your requirements. Once we have determined your period of storage bring your camper down and deposit your vehicle within the storage facility.
We have good train access to the business park covered by Liverpool – Preston & Southport to Manchester train lines, with New Lane train station being 50 metres from the business park
Storage charges begin from as little as £15.00 per week for a camper, with special packages available for longer periods.
For more information please contact Diane in sales 01704 891 728 or view the Products section
Dora is set to Explorer
Monday, March 29th, 2010
Joyce & Tony were re-united with Dora last Saturday, and were delighted with her new look. Between them they had chosen a bold internal colour combination of Mussel for the main body of the furniture, with contrasting lids in textured Zebrano.
To compliment their flashy furniture Creative Trimmings started by dressing their entire roof canopy and upper bed boards with new carpeting. With this complete we could then hand craft a complete suite of Exclusive doorcards, ¾ RnR lower bed cushions, Wide Buddy & clip on stool cushions & large upper bed cushions within the newly trimmed canopy. All hand crafted on site in Dune with Grey Friar fluted inserts.
To finish off their tired brown cab seats were stripped down to the frame, re-painted then re-built and upholstered in Dune with Grey friar fluted inserts & piping to match their fabulous new interior.
Check out the customer gallery for more photos
Camper Shak Hire
Monday, March 1st, 2010
We are very pleased to announce the launch of The Camper Shak Hire service. Over the past 12 months we have been preparing our first two bay window campers to a very high standard.
We now have Bluebell a two berth Devon pop top, and Daisy a four berth Devon Moonraker which are both ready for the road. Each have been completely restored internally and externally to our highest standards and are now both ready for hire.
Both our campers have new Exclusive suites of furniture comprising of:
Exclusive kitchen, Exclusive main store, Full rear bedroom locker, Overhead locker, ¾ RnR bed, generous table 70cm leg, 60cm leg & tripod, Tall buddy with dropdown seat & clip-on-stool. Bluebells furniture has been handcrafted in Matfen Chestnut, and Daisy has a full suite hand crafted in Light Winchester Oak
To finish Both Daisy & Bluebell have been exquisitely dressed internally by Creative Trimmings & Creative Curtains & Cushions.
We will be launching a specific hire section within the website hopefully by this weekend, which will carry all the relative information and details required to hire either Bluebell or Daisy in time for Easter.
Angus goes home
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
Angus the T25 was reunited with his owners this week after their skiing break. Angus has been completely transformed at The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings.
His transformation began with new headlining and pillar dressing throughout, then with this in place we could begin on redesigning his interior & upholstery.
With new profile doorcards in place the next job was to hand craft full width bed cushions for down below, and the same for new double bed up top.
We then turned our attention to their tired cab seating which was completely stripped back and brought back to hand crafted Elegance quality in Cool blue & Dune.
Check out the customer gallery for the full story.
Split screen goes home.
Saturday, January 30th, 2010
Val & Jonty were reunited with their beautiful Split screen camper this week after a complete transformation at the Shak. Their project was a big one with new bellows fitting, Creative Trimmings then provided new headlining throughout from cab to tailgate, Exclusive doorcards hand crafted in Apple mint & Dune.
To compliment this we continued the theme with both cab and RnR matching upholstery. With this in place it was time to fit a Mad Matz tiled floor, and then their Exclusive suite of furniture manufactured from Stilo Walnut.
Hi-Fi connection along with both leisure electrics and 240v hook up, have turned this empty Splitty into the envy of the town.
Check out the customer gallery for the whole story
Curves come to The Camper Shak
Monday, December 21st, 2009
We are pleased to announce that Curves have arrived at The Camper Shak. Our latest bespoke furniture design used in Lindsay’s & Grahams Nissan interior features a curved kitchen and storage unit.
When we were given their Nissan Largo Highway Star and asked to come up with a piece of furniture that would provide both storage and a cooking area it seemed only natural to introduce a few curves into the design.
This new design has taken many hours of development from the drawing board to final furniture production, and when Lindsay & Graham viewed the mock-up they gave us the thumbs up to produce the real piece hand crafted in Matfen Chestnut.
With their RnR bed in place it seemed only natural to utilise the rear of the vehicle to create a bespoke cooking and storage area. It was a tight squeeze to get everything in, but by using our new curves we have managed to house the gas bottle, provide a double burner & grill with double access storage underneath, and to accompany we have a 20 litre thermo cooler with top and bottom storage features.
With Creative Trimmings providing the finishing touches with a Superior set of bed cushions, the newly appointed Largo is ready for the highway, with many trips ahead.
Check out the customer gallery for the full story
Bluebell comes to the rescue
Saturday, December 19th, 2009
Graham & Kelly were destined to have a December wedding at Samlesbury Hall near Preston. But their plans for the bride & bridesmaids arriving in a bay window camper came under threat when their scheduled vehicle hit major engine problems.
They had seen Bluebell at the Busfreeze show in November, and being a regular customer of John‘s at 81av it wasn’t long before enquiries were being made about the possibility of The Camper Shak helping out.
When we heard on Friday of Graham & Kelly’s plight we were only too pleased to assist, and arrangements were made to put things right. So with everything in place and Samlesbury Hall decorated with a covering of snow the scene was set for a memorable day for their wedding.
Kelly’s Mother and the bridesmaids were the first to arrive from the lodge house in Bluebell, and everyone looked fabulous against the backdrop of the Hall and the snow scene. Then with the girls safely inside warming in front of the open log fire, it was time for Bluebell to deliver Kelly and her Father.
I’m sure you will agree that Kelly looked beautiful sat alongside her proud Father, we offer Graham & Kelly the very best wishes for their new life together
Kelly & her proud Father
Saturday, December 19th, 2009
Busfreeze 2009 what a great new show
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
Mike talks through the complete transformation of “Bluebell” during The Camper Shak 10:30am presentation.
For more information and images on this brand new show read the full show report
Bluebell is ready for Busfreeze
Saturday, October 31st, 2009
It’s been many hours of hard work and involved all members of the Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings team to prepare “Bluebell” for her first trip to Busfreeze this weekend.
So for a better view of this beautiful Bay window camper…come on down to Busfreeze this weekend.
Check out the customer gallery for the latest images
New Westy style roof fitting
Saturday, October 31st, 2009
We have recently fitted a brand new Westy style roof on Norison, a bay window camper from Edinburgh. The roof was supplied by O’Connor’s in Devon and was delivered right to the Shak for us to undertake the fitting for our clients.
This new roof section was to replace the historic Pop Top and create a large double bed along with a forward luggage rack.
The whole operation involved everyone from The camper Shak & Creative Trimmings team, with firstly removing the old roof then cutting new aperture for the new roof mechanism.
With this in place it was then over to Creative to re-do the headlining and upper trimming.
If you would like to transform your bay window camper to a true four berth camper, then contact Diane in sales for more information
The Shak & Creative’s show camper
Thursday, October 8th, 2009
Our bright blue bay arrives from restoration ready for us to transform into a show camper…..check out the customer gallery for the whole story
Rebecca is re-united with her T4
Thursday, October 8th, 2009
Rebecca picked up her revamped T4 from us the other day, and was delighted with our transformation of her once empty van. She was very impressed with our bespoke collapsible bed, which when open creates a whopping 6ft x 5ft sleeping area, with massive storage underneath
Check out the customer gallery for the whole story
Wheel covers from Creative Trimmings
Tuesday, September 29th, 2009
This new product is shown here within a recently fitted camper, we have matched the colour scheme to harmonize with the Creative “Plug” bed cushions.
with over 30 colours to choose from our vinyl range…your options and variety are endless. For more information navigate to the Creative Trimmings website featured Products, Upholstery or contact Diane in sales.
Sonya & Colin make it a big trip
Sunday, September 20th, 2009
It was lucky that we had good weather the other weekend as our clients Sonya & Colin were travelling back to Edinburgh on their tandem.
They had packed the bike away in the camper during the trip down to Lancashire, and after we had sorted all the finer details of their camper project it was time to get changed into their cycling outfits ready for the mammoth 210 mile trip back home.
The couple will be making a repeat journey to pick up Norison when its completed in a few weeks….now that’s commitment
Welcome to the new Website
Monday, September 14th, 2009
As the Camper Shak begins its fourth year we felt that website was in need of an update, we thought we would highlight certain areas to keep you right up to date with current information.
With both the News & Customer gallery featured on the home page you can be sure that you will not miss any changes that may have been buried in the site.
It is our intention over the coming weeks to alter Creative Trimmings to come in line with the new fresher look. Although the site has only been live for a few days we have received positive comments from many people, however if you think we could make improvements please feel free to comment.
Mike & Diane
Summer is here
Friday, August 21st, 2009
We are well into the heart of our summer months…and again its been a bit of a mixed bag for us all. We were sweating at the start of July as the temperature within the workshop topped 35 degrees, and a week later we were back to rain and 15 degrees.
But when the sun shines the countryside looks wonderful, this is a shot taken from the edge of Woodend Business Park…the home of The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings. With the business park overlooking Martin Mere wildfowl reserve there is always plenty to see.
Wherever you are planing to visit this summer in your camper we hope that you have a good trip and that our unpredictable weather shines down on us all.
Hightop heads back to the Highlands
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009
Jane & John picked up their newly fitted camper from us last weekend and headed back up to Scotland, check out the customer gallery for some great shots.
The Forces Favourite
Sunday, July 5th, 2009
Over the past three years we have supplied furniture and fitted a number of campers for members of our armed forces. During this time it has been our privilege to meet RAF Harrier Pilots & engineers, Royal Marine diving instructors, Sailors serving around the world, members of the British Army, S.B.S. & S.A.S. team members.
We have even had communication from serving personnel as far away as Iraq & the Falkland Islands discussing their camper projects. We appreciate greatly the difficult jobs that all our Armed Forces carry out around the world, and hope that when you are home on leave you can chill out in your treasured vw campers.
Textured range
Sunday, June 7th, 2009
We are very pleased to announce the introduction of our “Textured” range of colours, these comprise of 8 fantastic new textured shades.
Running through from a very dark Hacienda Black through to Hacienda White, with Amazonas, Grey Beige Zebrano, Sand Zebrano, Natural Urbano, Driftwood, Woodline Mocha & Woodline cream…there is something here for everyone.
The colour is only part of the story as each different choice is also textured to the touch offering some exciting combinations for your interior.
The Textured range carries a 12.5% surcharge on our standard colour range, please contact Diane is Sales for more information.
Kaleidoscope range
Sunday, June 7th, 2009
We are very pleased to announce the launch of our Kaleidoscope range of solid colours. The range comprises of over 45 new solid colours to really make your interior your own. Running through from Creams, to Blues, to Greens, Reds, Yellows and Oranges.
With colour names such as Caramel, Dakar, Olive, Avocado, Sepia, Ice Blue to name but a few, you can let your imagination go wild and contrast the colour of your carcass with your door or your furniture lids…the only barrier will be your imagination.
The Kaleidoscope range carries a 10% surcharge on our standard colour range, please contact Diane in sales for more information.
Developments at the Shak
Sunday, June 7th, 2009
Our key driving force at the Camper Shak is to continually assess our products, services and colour ranges in order to present an exciting choice to our clients.
Back at the end of March we announced that we were making some internal structural alterations to the Shak.
These were to enable the introduction of new machinery and working areas which would allow us to offer some exciting new features to our services.
We have been under the radar a bit as we have worked very hard getting everything into place…but now we are ready to proceed.
Over the following weeks we will be announcing some new colour ranges and design features…which the whole Camper Shak team are very excited about, we hope that you will find them interesting as well.
We create seating for 4 in Clive’s Bay
Saturday, May 16th, 2009
Clive and his two little boys were reunited with their bay window camper from the Shak this morning. Its fair to say that everyone was pleased with the transformation from The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings.
With everything under one roof we have created a tall unit housing microwave, storage and thermo cooler area, with a porta buddy and mini buddy seat making a double seat for two.
It has made a significant difference having our upholstery section upstairs from the camper fitting area, this way everything can be checked for that perfect Creative fit……check out the customer gallery for the full story
Stanford Hall was a real treat
Monday, May 4th, 2009
Or first show at Stanford Hall did not disappoint…check out the show report for the full story and many more pictures
See you next year
The Shak changes Shape
Saturday, March 28th, 2009
We are currently making some internal changes to an area of the Camper Shak workshop, and our office is going to be affected therefore our main telephone line will be out of commission for the next 2 – 3 weeks.
Don’t worry though Diane will be controlling sales via our usual e-mail address, and you can reach us on our mobile line 07952 722 301.
These changes when complete will enable the introduction of some exciting new developments within The Camper Shak……so watch this space for more information
Brazilian Bay has a place to stay
Wednesday, March 25th, 2009
Sylvester the Brazilian Bay can now sleep up to four, as well as his ¾ bed rock n roll bed in the main cabin we have developed a whopping double bed up top.
With matching cushions from Creative Trimmings we have created a great sleeping area for 2 children in a bed 1m wide x 1.5m long, which should provide plenty of room for sleepy heads to rest.
Check out the customer gallery for the full story
The Shak & G’day Kombis join forces
Wednesday, March 25th, 2009
We are very pleased to announce that The Camper Shak & G’day Kombis of Oxford have joined forces to bring both the highest quality rust free Australian vans combined with hand crafted quality interiors from the Camper Shak.
The trading partnership has been formed following many discussions between Mike & Billy who want to explore the many synergies the two companies can offer.
This week has seen two sets of hand crafted furniture going down to Oxford to be fitted within campers from G’days extensive stock, and clients from G’day have already booked their campers in for the full Camper Shak treatment in Lancashire later in the year.
Watch this space for more developments
Swampy’s bespoke kitchen is a treat
Friday, March 20th, 2009
David & Sarah had an oven in their previous furniture and wanted to retain this valuable feature, so we created a bespoke kitchen unit within our workshop & introduced a couple of new storage ideas.
Check out the customer gallery for more info
Dubfreeze 09 “what a great show”
Monday, February 23rd, 2009
Check out the show report for the full story
Kevs T4 is complete
Monday, February 9th, 2009
We have transformed Kevs T4 into a fully functional camper, with the help of Creative Trimmings we have created a collapsible seat / bed which offers a two way seat.
This seat when opened creates a bed over 6ft in length and a massive 5ft in width, plenty of room to stretch out in there Kev.
Check out the customer gallery for the full story
Bespoke Build services
Saturday, January 17th, 2009
We are very pleased to announce the launch of our Bespoke Build service. This is a new development to our furniture options to cater specifically for clients who wish to have something unique and hand crafted to suit their requirements.
For more information check out our new Bespoke Build category
Ruperts progress
Saturday, November 29th, 2008
Rupert is transformed from this empty shell to the image below
Rupert Returns
Saturday, November 29th, 2008
Rupert is transformed at The Camper Shak, where he has received our full treatment.
He's a lucky little Splitty as he's going to spend the rest of his days in France with Sue, Mark & the boys.
Check out the customer gallery for the full story
Leaky returns home
Wednesday, November 19th, 2008
Leaky the T25 has returned home with her new interior, check out the customer gallery for more images.
The “Old” meets the “New”
Monday, November 3rd, 2008
Check out the latest arrivals to the Camper Shak, see the Customer Gallery for whole story
Andys Camper returns to Portsmouth
Thursday, October 30th, 2008
Andy & Bronwyn made the journey up from Portsmouth yesterday to collect their revitalised Bay window camper.
During its stay at the Shak we have insulated, fitted both leisure electrics and 240v hook up, laid a brand new Mad Matz tiled floor, fitted new interior lighting,
Fitted new headlining through the camper, new window seals and tinted glass.
And then fitted a brand new suite of Exclusive furniture manufactured in a contrasting Limed Oak. Finally to finish the camper completely we have fitted an Elegance suite of door cards, Rock n Roll bed cushions and re upholstered front cab seats, courtesy of Creative Trimmings.
Check out the customer gallery for the complete set of finished photos
Headlining Refurbishment
Friday, October 24th, 2008
Headlining Refurbishment
We are very pleased to announce the introduction of Headlining Refurbishment to our growing choices of additional services.
If your camper is ready to change from this to the image below then check out our new products section for more information.
Headlining Refurbishment
Friday, October 24th, 2008
A bay window camper is fitted with our new headlining, and what a difference it has made.
For more information check out our new product related section.
Santorini Bay is a big project.
Monday, September 29th, 2008
Check out the customer gallery for the full story
The Shak moves to a new home
Friday, August 8th, 2008
As the Camper Shak celebrates its 2nd birthday we are very pleased to announce that we have moved to larger premises, our new location is:
The Camper Shak Ltd
Unit 7,
Woodend business Park,
Burscough,
L40 0PH.
Our hours of business:
Monday – Thursday 08:30am – 17:30pm
Friday 08:30-am – 12:30pm
Saturday 08:30am – 12:00 noon
Sunday Closed
We are still deep within the Lancashire countryside in fact the business park overlooks Martin Mere wetlands trust, with some fantastic views. This is a brand new spacious park and we feel very fortunate to have our new operation in “Lucky Number 7”.
Our aim when we have found our feet is to extend both our range of products and services that we can offer, as we now can work on a number of campers under cover.
Over the coming weeks we will be creating our own office and bespoke customer area where you will be able to view our variety of wood and upholstery options over a cup of tea in a relaxed environment.
Follow the news board for more updates….we will post our new phone numbers when we are connected.
Lauras makover is complete
Friday, July 25th, 2008
Laura’s camper receives a complete makeover with an Exclusive suite of furniture in Maple wood, and to compliment her new furniture a full suite of Elegance doorcards and full upholstery revamp from Creative Trimmings
Check out the customer gallery for the whole story.
Creative Trimmings offer 30 colours
Monday, June 2nd, 2008
We are very pleased to announce that our sister company Creative Trimmings can now offer 30 colour options for your camper upholstery.
Making your choices of Doorcards, Cab seating and Rock n Roll seating a real treat.
Check out the product section for more information
Bruce gets Spruced down at the Shak
Sunday, June 1st, 2008
Bruce gets his complete interior re-vamped with an Exclusive suite of furniture manufactured in Montana Oak, and to compliment this a full set of Elegance upholstery from Creative Trimmings to match his bright orange exterior.
Check out the customer gallery for more pictures and the whole story.
Cab Seating upholstery
Monday, April 7th, 2008
We are very pleased to announce the introduction of cab seat upholstery, this new addition to our services will be provided through our sister company “Creative Trimmings”
Please navigate to Products / Upholstery for more information
Upholstery services
Thursday, April 3rd, 2008
We are very pleased to announce the launch of our upholstery range of products. We have four variations of upholstery finish to complete the transformation of your camper.
From our Classic fabric range, right up to the Elegance with twin fluted leatherette, contrasting inserts & piping our new upholstery range offers a wide choice of options.
This new range is being provided through our sister company “Creative Trimmings”.
For more information check out our new Upholstery product category
New product release: The Porta Buddy
Friday, November 30th, 2007
We are very pleased to announce the release of our Porta Buddy seat, which has been designed to accommodate a Thetford size porta loo.
For more information and images go to products/ buddy seats/ Porta Buddy
New product release: The Cool Store
Friday, November 30th, 2007
We are very pleased to announce the release of the Camper Shak Cool Store, this latest addition to our storage range offers a 20 litre fridge, sink / tap, water container and storage within one piece of furniture.
The Cool Store is designed to fit beside your sliding door, and can be used to compliment layouts featuring our stand – a - lone cooker.
For more information and images please navigate to: products/furniture/ main store / Cool Store
Three new wood grain colours
Friday, November 2nd, 2007
We are very pleased to introduce three new colour options to our wood colour library
Cream Ash
A light wood with light brown soft graining.
Fino Cinnamon
This wood shade has a mid toned background, with a darker tightly spaced wood grain.
Romano Cherry
A warm coloured background with a slightly richer spaced graining.
For more information check out the swatch styles.
New product release: The “Range Cooker”
Sunday, September 16th, 2007
We are very pleased to announce the release of the Camper Shak “Range Cooker”. This new piece of furniture provides all the great features that you would expect from our cooker sections along with additional storage.
For full information check out the Products / Furniture / Kitchen section
New products for the Autumn season
Wednesday, September 12th, 2007
Over the coming weeks we will be introducing more items to our products range, there will be accessories, new wood colours and exciting new furniture options for you to consider
We start today with the release of the Camper Shak “Compact Cooker”, this unit will fit alongside our full width bed yet still provides all that you require from your cooker unit
Check out the products category for full information.
Camper Trips
Wednesday, August 29th, 2007
Check out our new section “Camper Trips” we hope that this will be interesting and informative…and maybe inspire you to pack up your camper and head off on your own adventures.
Discover “Barley Bay” for yourself by viewing the video link in “Skibbereen and Mizen Head”
Our Moonraker is transformed
Friday, August 3rd, 2007
Our Moonraker has been completely transformed after receiving the full Camper Shak treatment…for the full story check out the customer gallery
A new wood grain colour
Thursday, June 14th, 2007
We are very pleased to announce the introduction of Ferrara Oak to our wood colour library. This is a warm mid toned oak with contrasting darker oak graining.
The Split screen camper “Puffing Billy” is having a complete exclusive suite manufactured in this new exciting colour
Our Show bus returns to the Shak
Tuesday, June 12th, 2007
We are very pleased to have our Moonraker back at the Shak after its complete restoration and re-spray. All the work was undertaken by John and his team at 81av in Southport.
We are going to have this camper in tip top condition ready for our summer leave at the back end of next month, when we set sail for the Emerald Isle…Yes we are going to explore the beautiful country of Ireland.
We have a lot to do to get this camper fitted out and ready to go for the summer. Our Moonraker is going to have a full exclusive suite in Carolina Cherry, with some interesting lighting features.
After our summer leave this camper along with others will accompany us at some of the vw festivals up and down the country.
Follow the complete story in the customer gallery over the comings weeks
Take a video tour round the Shak
Tuesday, June 12th, 2007
We are very pleased to announce a new feature to the customer gallery…the Camper Shak video tour.
Whilst we try to capture as many images as possible we thought it may be useful for you to take a tour round some of the finished campers before they leave the Shak.
Our first example is a tour around Daisy who had an exclusive makeover in the spring, although our first attempts are a little shaky…this is something we will improve upon with practice.
To take our first tour find Daisy in the customer gallery under:
Daisy prepares to come to the Shak - Monday, February 19th, 2007
Open up the images and click on the video tour title and the show will roll
Customers Rides
Tuesday, May 29th, 2007
Our customer gallery shows a growing list of clients campers who have come to the Camper Shak for their camper transformations, however that is not the entire picture.
We have a great number of clients who take delivery of their Camper Shak interior to fit out themselves.
With this in mind we have created a new category…Customers Rides. When you take possession of your Camper Shak interior this is only one part of the story, it is what you do after fitting that makes your camper unique.
This new category will hopefully illustrate how innovative our clients have been, and provide inspirational ideas to turn your camper into something really unique.
If you would like your camper featured in this new section please make contact and we will post your shots.
Our first customer off the Mainland
Monday, May 28th, 2007
We met up with Helen & Tony this weekend at Portsmouth harbour where they took delivery of their new Camper Shak interior.
We had been communicating for some time over the internet, but Saturday 26th May was the first time we had all met up.
Helen, Tony and their excited daughter Annie arrived on the ferry from the Isle of Wight in their Devon Moonraker which was stripped and ready to accept their new Camper Shak Exclusive suite manufactured in Pippy Oak.
More photos to follow when Tony has everything in place……customers rides
Two new wood grain colours
Wednesday, May 9th, 2007
We are very pleased to introduce two new wood colour options to our furniture range.
Carolina Cherry
A warm mid-toned wood colour, with slightly darker fine graining.
Cappuccino
This is a solid light coffee coloured finish, which when contrasted with other wood colours such as Limed Oak…looks superb.
For more information check out the swatch styles
Mix n Match your palette
Wednesday, May 9th, 2007
With the introduction of our new solid wood colour Cappuccino, clients have the option of mixing their wood finishes.
Cappuccino makes a lovely contrast when combined with Limed Oak…giving you the option for contrasting coloured lids on your Camper Shak furniture.
Check out forthcoming camper projects for the full picture
Daisy has an Exclusive makeover
Monday, April 23rd, 2007
Daisy is now reunited with her proud owners Gemma & Stuart.
Daisy is delighted with the Exclusive treatment she received at the Camper Shak...check out the customer gallery for the full story
Hungarian Ash suspension
Friday, April 13th, 2007
Due to fluctuations in the supply of this new wood shade colour, we have taken the decision to temporarily suspend Hungarian Ash from our wood colour library.
We will endeavour to return it when supply becomes constant or replace it with a suitable long term alternative.
Sufficient stock has been procured to satisfy all clients with bookings within our current production schedule.
Puffing Billy comes to the Shak
Wednesday, April 4th, 2007
Billy chugs into the Camper Shak for a complete re-fit, check out the customer gallery for the full story
Frankie is fit for HOLLYWOOD
Sunday, March 25th, 2007
Ali & Vanessa were reunited with Frankie yesterday after her complete transformation at the Shak.
They packed her up and then were straight off camping for the weekend.
Check out the full story in the customer gallery
Product pricing review
Thursday, March 22nd, 2007
In light of recent raw material price increases in both wood and metal based products, this has necessitated a full product costing review
With this in mind we are reflecting slight increases to our products range, however we will continue in our aim to provide quality furniture and services at affordable prices.
With our new pricing in place, this still means you can get a complete suite of Camper Shak furniture in any of our growing wood colours for under £1,900.
This set would include:
Tall buddy + clip on stool
Exclusive Kitchen
Exclusive main store
Rear bedroom locker
Overhead locker
3/4 Camper Shak RnR bed
Matching table top
In closing I must stress that customers who are already booked into our 2007 production schedule will remain unaffected.
Lenny gets his Exclusive makeover
Wednesday, March 21st, 2007
Gurdial has now finished all the hard work transforming Lenny into a fabulous family camper
Check out the customer gallery for the full story
Three new wood grain colours
Wednesday, March 7th, 2007
We are very pleased to announce the introduction of three new wood shades to our range of furniture:
Hungarian Ash
A light wood with light grey marbling
Limed Oak
A mid toned wood with a subtle mixture of multi coloured graining
Pippy Oak
A rich natural Oak finish with knots and deep graining
For more information check out the swatch styles
Childrens Charity bus comes to the Shak
Monday, February 26th, 2007
The Second Chance Childrens Charity, based in Portsmouth has commissioned the Camper Shak to completely re-fit their bay window camper.
Second Chance was founded in 1984 and grew from the work of the founder and present chief executive Doug Hulme in special schools. It was originally known as The Foster an Angler charity, because it took children from deprived backgrounds camping and fishing.
Check out the full story in the customer gallery
New Product Release
Sunday, February 25th, 2007
Large Buddy Seat with clip-on-stool
This new addition to our buddy seat range offers additional seating, whilst not compromising on storage.
Check the new product categories for full specification, details and pricing.
Our furthest customer so far
Monday, February 19th, 2007
Gemma and Stuart have got to be our furthest customers so far…from the home of the Camper Shak in Lancashire.
When Gemma was trying to gain some inspiration for their interior she came across our website while she was 8,000 miles away in Port Stanley, The Falkland Islands.
I’m only glad they didn’t want me to deliver………
So the challenge is on…can any future Camper Shak customer beat 8,000miles
Check out the customer gallery for the full story
T25 Loaded with Festive Cheer
Wednesday, December 13th, 2006
Our T25 was loaded up with two full sets of Camper Shak furniture
Destined for delivery to the heart of the Midlands
Sue & Sean’s Bay window camper in Herefordshire
Pauls project gets ready for the furniture in Birmingham
Check the customer gallery for the full story
New Product Release
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006
Half Bed locker & Cubby store
This new addition to our bedroom furniture offers great storage, with no obstruction to your rear camper window.
Check the new product categories for full specification, details and pricing
Camper Shak Exclusive Range
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006
We are very pleased to announce the release of the Camper Shak Exclusive Range
This new addition to our growing furniture range offers a higher level of trim and features to your Camper Shak interior
To explore the Exclusive Range features, navigate to the product categories and get the full story.
We have created a direct - access catergory for you to view the furniture
New Product Release
Friday, November 24th, 2006
We are pleased to announce the release of our 3/4 and full width Camper Shak Rock-n-Roll beds. Our beds can be manufactured from any of our wood grain, or solid colour library.
Check the new product categories for full specification, details and pricing
Zacs Splitty is transformed at the Shak
Wednesday, November 22nd, 2006
The 1962 Californian Split screen camper has now left the Camper Shak, after its complete transformation. Check the customer gallery for the full story.
New Product Release
Wednesday, November 22nd, 2006
The Camper Shak...Stand-a-lone cooker unit
Check the new product categories for full specification details and pricing
Website update
Monday, November 20th, 2006
Although the Camper Shak website has only been live for three months, it has become necessary to update the layout in order to accommodate new products, and prepare categories for future projects.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our Camper Shak customers for their business and design requests that have helped in shaping our growing range of Camper Shak furniture.
T3 T25 arrives at the Camper Shak
Monday, November 20th, 2006
In order for us to develop a range of Camper Shak furniture to suit T25’s we have purchased a 1982 model which will be used as a template vehicle.
This will enable us to design a bespoke range of furniture to suit this vehicle layout. New Camper Shak T25 furniture will be available very soon.
If you already have some ideas of what you would like to achieve within your own T25 camper, then please feel free to make contact through the website, and help develop a range of furniture based on real customer requests
New Website Launch
Sunday, August 13th, 2006
Welcome to the new website for "The Camper Shak". Here you can view events which we have been to, view our past designs, and purchase products from our product range.
The Camper Shak at VWNW Tatton Park
Sunday, August 13th, 2006
Well we have just completed our first VW Show at Tatton Park. This was our first opportunity for VW enthusiast to view and examine our product range up close.
The show gave us the focus to have a number of elements finalised in readiness for our first outing. Furniture layouts were prepared, and promotional material made ready, and the final element of the weekend was the launch of the Camper Shak website.
Well after arriving on Saturday evening and setting up our trade pitch we settles down in our camper under a star strewn sky, and all looked settled for the next days show.
However the weather at first light looked a bit doubtful and it wasn\'t long before the rain started falling. Everyone was rapidly taking cover and trying to keep their sale items from the elements.
But by mid morning the weather had stabilised and people began milling around the show area. We had many people showing great interest in our own camper fitted out with Camper Shak furniture.
And we had set up a show area at the rear of the site for people to really get to grips with the product range. The feedback was very encouraging with all of our 200 pricing detail sheets gone before lunch. (need to have much more next time)
Some folks seemed astonished that we could offer the furniture range in several wood colour tones, and we have arranged to send some out to potential clients for specific colour matchings.
So after a long day we eventually got home around 7.00pm, was it worth it? You bet. It was hard work getting everything ready for our first show, but the comments have been extremely encouraging and uplifting.
Thanks to everyone who visited us at the Camper Shak stand, it was lovely meeting you.
I hope that we offered you some interesting possibilities for your camper.
Visits to the Camper Shak
Sunday, August 13th, 2006
The Show area
Sunday, August 13th, 2006
Inside our 1980 Devon Moonraker
Sunday, August 13th, 2006
