Secondhand Gypsy Caravans

From time to time, we acquire an original gypsy wagon which, time permitting, we restore to it's former glory, or sell 'as is' for someone to take on as a project.

On this page we show what we have available with photos and an honest description as to what may need doing.

If you don't see what you're looking for, it's worth getting in touch, as we have several useful contacts and can often locate a particular type of wagon.

We are always interested in buying secondhand gypsy caravans, so if you have something to sell, please contact us with details.

For Sale - Showman's Wagon

Not only is this type of caravan something of a rarity, but to discover it in such wonderfully preserved condition is a rare find indeed.

We understand from the owner that it dates back to the first half of the last century and intriguingly they have found a birth certificate for a person from the Mills family - possibly the circus family?

As would be expected, this is somewhat longer than the average gypsy caravan and measures 17'6" long x 7' wide x 10' high.

The outside is finished in scarlet with the finely detailed porch brackets and carved corner decals finished in white. All the windows appear to have the original etched and cut glass intact. As was common with showmans wagons that were often parked up side by side, only one flank has windows, but there is a lantern/mollicroft roof with 8 skylights allowing more light to enter the interior.

There are two rooms inside - a living area measuring 10' x 6' 8" fitted with a glazed corner china cabinet, wardrobe, cupboards, seating and a wonderful chest of drawers which opens up to reveal a properly fitted desk complete with stationery drawers and cubby holes etc. Inside the fireplace is the original Caledonia cast iron cooking range and stove understood to be in full working order.

Through a doorway is the bedroom measuring 6'8" x 6' complete with a dressing table and a bed measuring 6' long x 3'6" wide.

The standard of the joinery is truly outstanding with mahogany - inlaid with stringing and crossbanding - used throughout and this, together with the wealth of cut glass mirrors suggest this was made by a quality builder for a discerning customer.

We are selling this wonderful wagon on our client's behalf and it may be viewed by appointment in the Worcester/Hereford area.

Price and further details upon request

For Sale - Original Brewers Dray

This is an original brewers dray, very sturdily built and with good sound wheels.
The bed measures approximately 8'9" long x 5'0" wide and stands 3'4" high.
Measurement to the top of the headboard is 5' 6".
The wheels are approximately 30" high.

Finished in signal red with black trim and complete with carriage lamp brackets.

Would make a wonderful feature for a pub, brewery, garden centre etc or alternatively could be used as a donor set of unders for a gypsy wagon.

Price upon request

For Sale - Bow Top Gypsy Caravan

We have just acquired this charming little 'doors and windows' bow top caravan finished in green paintwork and believed to have been built around 40-50 years ago.
It has spent some time stored in a barn, which it has shared with a number of pigeons and our first job when we got it home was to give the roof a good scrub!

The wagon sits on pretty unders, painted cream with chamfers picked out in scarlet and emerald green.  It has easy-clean wheels which are fitted with good tyres and a fully functioning road brake.
There is a pan box at the rear, over which is a cratch rack for Dobbin's dinner, and at the front a good pair of shafts.

The canvas has suffered somewhat from the unwelcome attention of the pigeons and although it appears to be sound and dry, would benefit from replacement.

The front and flanks are richly decorated with chamfers picked out in deep ruby and old gold and some nice artwork depicting horses.

Inside, the rear wall has a delightful little bay window with opening casements below which is a bed-spot measuring 72" x 32" extending to 46", and below this is a double cupboard with a smaller area measuring 57" x 28" which would traditionally have been used for a child's berth.

There are numerous other cupboards and drawers and some display shelves and a small pull out table. The interior has a warm natural varnish finish embellished with old gold scrollwork and chamfers.

In our opinion, this is a pretty little wagon which, apart from possibly having a new canvas - which we could do for the purchaser if desired, just needs a little loving whilst being used and enjoyed by it’s new owners.

Price on application

Coming soon - Maroon Bow Top Gypsy Caravan

This is one our winter projects.

It looks a little sorry for itself right now, but this quality open lot caravan will look a lot different once restored.

Work needed includes replacement of some rotten woodwork, new roof lining, insulation and canvas, together with new canvas weather sheets to the front and complete repainting. We have already made a start by having the wheels restored by our wheelwright, repainted and lined out.

All being well, we expect it to be ready for the Spring.