Campervan Pop Top Installation in Cornwall
Why fit a campervan pop top to your van?
A campervan pop top makes your van feel completely different. You get proper standing height, better airflow, and the option of a comfortable upstairs sleeping space - without turning your van into a bulky high-top. Your van stays easy to drive, easy to park, and far more enjoyable to spend time in.
Wild Earth Campers installs quality pop tops with steel-reinforced frames, colour-matched finishes, and scenic canvas options designed for year-round UK weather. Every install is carried out by experienced fitters who understand structure, sealing, alignment, and longevity. The result is a clean, factory-grade finish that’s structurally sound, weatherproof, and built to last.
Skyline Pop-top from £3,999 - including fitting
Pop tops that make van life easierA campervan pop top is one of those upgrades you only truly appreciate once you’ve used it. The moment the roof lifts, everything feels different. You can stand up to make breakfast, stretch out after a long surf, or get changed without knocking elbows. Drop the roof back down, and your van behaves exactly as it always has - no issues with car parks, ferries, or low Cornish hedges.
As an official Skyline Roof Hub, we fit genuine Skyline pop tops here in Wadebridge. They’re UK-made, reliable, and built with real-world weather in mind. More importantly, they’re tested properly, they look clean once installed, and they give your van the space it always needed.
Ready to add headroom & sleeping space to your van?Tell us your van model, travel style, and ideal setup - and we’ll guide you through your options.
Our pop-top pricing is straightforward, with packages designed around the roof style and van length. Each install includes professional fitting, structural reinforcement, sealing, trimming, and a clean factory-grade finish - no hidden extras.
Benefits of a Pop-Top
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Extra Headroom
Stand up comfortably inside the vehicle. It makes cooking, changing clothes, & moving around much more convenient.
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Flexible Space
Create extra space only when needed. Your van will be easier to manoeuvre, park, and store. A great alternative to a high top van.
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Fresh Air & Sunlight
Allow fresh air and sunlight to enter the living space. Benefit from an open-air experience by leaving the pop top roof raised.
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Sleeping Capacity
Turn a 2 berth into a 4 berth quickly & easily. The raised roof area can also provide an additional sleeping area.
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UK Manufacturer
UK Manufacture & Design. Using only UK sourced products, enabling shorter delivery times and a trusted manufacturing team.
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High Safety Standards
Fully tested & approved. Approved by TUV, the leading government body in vehicle safety. We are trained to install by the manufacturer.
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Colour Options
Colour match your roof to your van or choose the popular gloss black / gloss white finish. Choose from a range of 28 canvas colours.
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Upgrades Available
Extra options: Scenic Canvas Opening, Aurora Upgrade, Bi-Fold Pop Top Bed, Memory Foam Mattress, Colour Coding
WHAT our pop-top service includes
Our standard pop top package has no hidden costs as you might find with other pop top roof installers. Your pop top will be fitted with everything you need. There are optional upgrades available.
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Roofs are available in Polished Black or White Gel Coat. You can also choose colour coding
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As standard, each pop top comes with a clear plastic window at the front and two side windows with open mesh for ventilation.
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One hinge and one pair of gas struts. This allows the bed to self elevate with a small push and will elevate to the top of the pop top roof.
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All of our pop top roofs come with a standard 35mm mattress. Other options are available.
The wood for each bed is cut, carpeted and put together by hand. Skyline HQ has a designated bed building team.
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6 x LED spotlights or 2 x LED strip lights
swan neck LED spotlight with USB A / USB C
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Skyline make every single canvas at their HQ in Bristol, they're hand crafted by a team of experts. From cutting and sewing to sealing - it's all done in house. You can choose the canvas cloth, the colour and the setup.
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All metal work installed during the pop top installation process in carpet lined, as well as the sliding cover panel. This will be matched to your existing colour unless you choose otherwise.
Did you know that we're an official Skyline Roof Hub?That means you can now get genuine Skyline pop-top roofs, supplied and professionally fitted right here in Wadebridge, Cornwall. We’ve been working closely with the Skyline team to bring their industry-leading pop-top systems to the South West - giving both traders and retail customers easier access to Skyline products without the long travel or lead times.
WHY CHOOSE A SKYLINE POP TOP ROOF?
Skyline are a UK based manufacturer and, in our opinion, they make one of the best pop top roofs out there. The Skyline Volkswagen T4/T5/T6 pop top roof has been developed and manufactured for over 12 years. They use an advance vacuum moulding technique to ensure a superior rigid pop top roof with no external fittings which coupled with the water resistant canvas ensures one of the best pop top roofs on the market. Using only UK sourced products, enabling shorter delivery times. They are leading UK safety standards with full TUV approval for T5/T6 roofs and an ISO9001 rating.
Which vans can we fit a campervan pop top to and vehicle compatibility?
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We install the following campervan pop tops:
These options provide standing height, optional sleeping space, and a clean, factory-grade finish while retaining everyday driveability.
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Designed specifically for the Transit Custom, this campervan pop top:
Sits approximately 100mm above the vehicle
Uses tie-down strap locking
Available for SWB models
Can be fitted to LWB models, sitting approximately 400mm short at the rear
The roof is a two-piece system, consisting of the main roof body and a fibreglass front cowl wind deflector, designed to maintain airflow and appearance.
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Launched mid-2024, this campervan pop top is designed specifically for the latest platforms:
Sits approximately 90mm above the vehicle
Available for SWB models
Tie-down strap locking system
Designed for a sleek, low-profile finish
Wide selection of canvas colours and materials available
This option is ideal for customers wanting a modern elevating roof that integrates cleanly with newer vehicle lines.
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The Crafter–Sprinter campervan pop top can be installed:
At the front or rear of the vehicle
With either a full roof cut-out or an entrance hatch only
Options include:
Multiple canvas styles
Compatibility with roof bars
Integration with solar panels
These roofs use a tie-down strap system and are suited to larger builds where flexibility and load-carrying options matter.
If you’re unsure which campervan pop top is suitable for your van, wheelbase, or future plans, we’ll talk it through and advise before any work begins.
Standard Pop Top Roof
Meet the all-rounder.
The Skyline Standard pop top roof is a dependable, straightforward elevating roof designed for VW T5/T6 owners who want practicality, standing room, and optional upper sleeping without overcomplicating things. Sitting around 100mm above the original roofline, it’s a robust, versatile choice that suits both daily drivers and full camper conversions.
Standard Features:
Sits approx. 100mm above the original roofline
Tie-down strap closure for simple, secure operation
Available for SWB & LWB VW T5/T6
Canvas available in a range of materials & colours
Strong, reliable construction - ideal as a first pop top roof upgrade
A solid, great-value pop top roof that gives you space, comfort, and confidence on every trip.
£3,999 SWB / £4,199 LWBAurora Pop Top Roof
Say goodbye to straps.
The Skyline Aurora is a streamlined, lower-profile pop top roof for the VW T5 & T6. Designed around a keyed cam-lock system for quick closure, a one-piece shell, and railed canvas options, it sits around 75mm above the roofline - giving you a modern, refined elevating roof that locks securely with a simple turn of the key.
Aurora Features:
Streamlined elevating roof sitting approx. 75mm above roofline
Keyed cam-lock system for fast, secure closure
Close the roof, turn the key, and drive away - no straps required
Scenic and standard canvas materials & colours available
Precision-designed one-piece roof for a clean, aerodynamic finish
A stylish, easy-to-use pop top roof built for convenience and clean design.
£4,499 SWB / £4,749 LWB
SKYLOW POP TOP ROOF
For those who prefer subtlety.
The Skyline Skylow is the most discreet pop top roof in the Skyline range, engineered to sit extremely close to your Transporter’s factory roofline. It delivers the space and practicality of a full elevating roof while keeping the van’s silhouette as close to stock as possible - perfect for those who want the benefits without the “pop top roof” look.
Skylow Features:
Ultra-low profile - sits extremely close to the original roofline
Designed for a near-invisible exterior finish
Locking cam system for secure, strap-free closure
Multiple canvas materials, scenic options & colours
Fits SWB & LWB VW T5/T6
The cleanest, most subtle elevating roof in the range - without changing your van’s style.
Price TBC
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£75.00
SWB or LWB
Takes the roof bed a step further by adding another hinge and another set of gas struts to allow the bed to elevate in a concertina-like way. This will provide a massive increase in head room at the rear of the campervan.
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£89.99
SWB or LWB
For next-level comfort, the 50mm memory foam mattress upgrade is available for standard Skyline Roof Only.
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£200.00
SWB or LWB
The scenic pop top canvas option allows you to unzip the canvas on three sides for fresh air and a panoramic view.
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£500.00
SWB or LWB
We can arrange colour coding to match your van's paintwork, this is the direct cost from the manufacturer so there's no added cost from us.
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Further information to follow
Campervan Pop Top Extras
What Our Customers Are Saying
“Adam has smashed it again. Pop top roof has transformed the van and made it so much more usable. In addition we now have heating and an Ovano drawer / bed. Super work and nice people!”
Simon
“Adam at Wild Earth Campers today sorted out new brackets on my T5 pop top through the insurance. Adam couldn’t have been more helpful with the advice he gave me and the work carried out. I thoroughly recommend Adam and his team at Wild Earth Campers and will definitely be back for anything else for my T5.”
Jeanette
“Adam, I want to thank you ever so much, the pop top,rail and single seat conversion is fantastic...
Your work is top class...”
Jason
Common Pop-Top Questions
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We will need your van at our workshop for 2 days. There is a 2-4 week lead time for each roof.
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POP TOP ROOF WARRANTY
The manufacturer, Skyline, offers a 5 year warranty from the date of fitting. This covers the Skyline Roof system for parts. Paintwork is covered for the first 18 months. The first 2 years of the warranty will cover parts and labour – the remaining 3 years will cover parts only. This is a return to base warranty, where Skyline will renew the defective part. This limited warranty covers any defects in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period of 5 years from completion and is non transferable. To obtain warranty service we require you to first contact Skyline directly where they will determine the problem and the most appropriate solution for you. The manufacturer’s warranty will not cover damage resulting from improper maintenance or use of the Skyline Roof system.
AFTER SALES GUARANTEE
As with all of our services, Wild Earth Campers offers a 2 year installation guarantee.
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PREPARATION
To begin the installation process, we strip out all headlining in the front and rear of the vehicle and remove the bulkhead if present After this, we’ll strip and remove A & B pillars, disconnect and relocate the DAB aerial (in T6.1 only). Next step will be to Mask off entire van inside and outside, measure and mark roof cut out, remove all wiring loom inside the vehicle away from where we’re cutting.
We’ll cut the roof out using a reciprocal saw which will avoid sparks and reduce metal filings. We always hoover and clean as we go. All edges are filed using a power file and all raw metalwork is primed to prevent rust,
Next up, we’ll run any wiring for reverse cameras, lighting, electrical sockets and speakers – all wiring is secured to body using cable ties.
INSTALLATION
The front and rear frames of the roof are installed internally which gives the roof it’s support. This is bonded, tech screwed and bolted into place. Following this, we install all side supports which are also bonded and tech screwed into place. We mark and drill all points for the rear hinges and front struts, priming all the holes as we go. These will later be filled with poly glue to seal the holes that the fixing screws will go through,
Then, it’s the exciting part – we will lift your new pop top roof up onto the van with the canvas attached to the roof. Then we’ll lower and bolt the hinges on the rear of the vehicle and attach the gas struts to the front of the roof. It’s important at this stage to lower the roof to check it’s alignment before putting the locking screws in place on the hinges.
We then start attaching the canvas (sometimes we refer to this as canvassing) which is lowered from the roof with a J trim attached to secure the canvas to the vehicle. Tech screws are placed through the j trim and the canvas into vehicle before trimming off any excess canvas.
FINISHING
Our team will carpet line the bare metal framework that we’ve just installed using your chosen choice of carpet. The outside of the pop top canvas is sealed to the vehicle using poly glue which also acts an additional water sealant. A sharks fin is placed just above the windscreen (glued and sealed) to deflect wind and rain.
We will add your choice of pop top bed – either bifold or single hinged which is carpeted in your choice of colour. Using tech screws at the back of the bed, the bed is fixed to the side supports that we installed earlier at the and gas struts are fitted to lift the bed. We’ll rebuild the headlining in the front of the cab, refitting the A and B pillars. Lastly, we will install a sliding cover panel on rails at the front of the bed – this will be the access point into the roof when it’s up. When it’s down, it finishes the install reducing external road noise and completing the internal finish. Your van is then cleaned ready for a comprehensive handover and pop top roof demonstration.
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Yes - many families use it as their main sleeping space.
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Yes. The canvas and seals handle UK weather well.
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Obviously, always check. As a guide, most Skyline roofs add only around 75–100mm.
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You’ll just need to inform your insurer about the modification. We’d highly recommend Howden Modified Van Insurance.
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Don’t yet have the workshop set up for technical pop top installation? We also offer trade fits to the industry – if you are interested, please contact us directly to discuss.
A campervan pop top adds space, comfort, and proper usability without changing how your van drives. Standing height, extra sleeping room, better airflow, and a clean finish all help turn a standard Transporter into a genuinely enjoyable camper. Whether you’re travelling as a family, upgrading from tents, or building your dream van step-by-step, a Skyline pop top fitted here in Cornwall gives you a safe, reliable setup that’s ready for the road.
Ready to get started?Send us your van model, what you’re hoping to achieve, and any must-have features. We’ll talk you through the options and send pricing before booking anything in.
Pair your Pop Top Roof with…
BEDS AND KOMBI BEDS
A pop top often adds sleeping space above, so pairing it with a clever bed system below (slide-out or Kombi) creates flexible family or couple-friendly sleeping options.
cARPET lINING AND iNSULATION
With new headroom and airflow from the pop top, insulation ensures the van stays warm, quiet, and homely year-round. It also gives a clean, professional finish inside.
Solar Panels
If you’re using the pop top for extended stays, having solar keeps your van off-grid ready, powering lights, charging devices, or even a fridge without relying on campsites.