Swift

Swift

Pictured: Swift Monza

In 1964, Ken Smith built his first touring caravan, along with his partner Ken Day, called The Ten in Hull, which they retailed at £289. Swift was born, and two more models followed by the end of the year - the Clubman and the Valken. The following year, Smith bought out his partner and went it alone with wife Joan. Swift started building motorhomes in 1985.

Today, Ken's son Peter Smith remains Chairman of the Swift Group, and their factory is still based at Dunswell Road in Hull, where they have been since 1970. 

Swift Monza

"I really like the look of this campervan with its lovely curved brushed silver worktop, pull-out rack in kitchen and storage drawer under the rear seat."

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Swift Voyager 540

"Great range of features and a well thought out motorhome"

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Swift Carrera 184

"A classic four-berth/double lounge van conversion from Swift which has been given a new look for 2023; it's all done very tastefully"

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Swift Kon-Tiki Sport 599

"Loads of storage and space. Extra pannier locker a bonus. Fixed double island bed is very inviting. Brilliant motorhome"

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Swift Edge 466

"Decent bunks allow six to genuinely sleep. Very driveable length at 7.32m"

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Swift Select 184

"Ideal for a family with two areas with tables offering space. Like the use of shelving in the washroom giving much needed storage when on site. Smart upholstery in grey. Very bright and airy"

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Swift Escape Compact C502

"A two-berth motorhome with four seats. Really decent tourer for two."

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Swift Edge 412

"Big wardrobe, wide feel, big bed – great for tall people!"

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Swift Kon-Tiki 675

"I love the windows in the bedroom – gazing at the stars whilst laying in luxury…"

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Swift Escape Compact C502

"Very practical layout and spacious for size"

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Swift Kon-Tiki Sport 597

"A great all-rounder offering a bit of everything"

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Swift Select 184

"A great mix of campervan and mini motorhome"

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Swift Kon-Tiki 675 High-Line Cab

"Fantastic for four people and has an impressive garage"

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Swift Bessacarr 599

"A good value Bessacarr – good quality and good space"

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Swift Escape Compact C205

"Strikes a good balance of space for its 5.99m length and is great for two"

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Swift Escape 684

"The comfortable layout works very well, easy to live with"

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Swift Select 184

"A van that would really suit a family – lots of kit and looks good outside"

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Swift Bessacarr 597

"Interior has an eye-catching look and those rear beds are very comfortable."

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Swift Escape 694

"Great all-rounder from Swift with innovative rear island bed."

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Swift Kon-Tiki 649

"Stylish interior with some great idea, ideal for a big family."

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Swift Select 184

"Good van for families."

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