1956
Company created by Jack White
A local builder from Sidmouth in East Devon. The company grew steadily using Volkswagen Kombi’s supplied by the Renwick Group who were Volkswagon distributors for the west country.
1963
Tragic death of the founder
Jack White tragically died and the company was sold to the Renwick group.
1970
Growing market share
Achieved 25% share of total Motor Caravan market in competition with many manufacturers and two other approved Volkswagen converters.
1971
Appointed sole Volkswagen converter
Appointed sole Volkswagen converter for the whole of the UK. Devon sales in this year reach an all-time record representing approximately 55% of the total market.
1974
Excessive level of taxation on Motor Caravans
UK government apply an excessive level of taxation on Motor Caravans due largely to the fuel crisis. Total UK Motor Caravan market drops 50%. Devon Conversions diversify into 12 – 25 seater buses.
1978
Devon Conversions continues to diversify
Devon Conversions adds Ambulances and disabled access vehicles to their range. In 1978 a Moonraker would set you back a whopping £5157.38.
1980
Renwick Group take over
Renwick group taken over by South African private company.
1981
Relocation to Exeter
The company moves to Exeter, the capital of Devon in South West England.
1982
Devon Conversions purchased by P & T Holdings
1985
Devon Conversions saved by management and staff co-operative
1990
Production moves to County Durham
Peter Gowland purchased the name and started producing vans in County Durham.
2026
Steven Fairbairn acquires the rights to produce campervans
Following Peters retirement, Steven Fairbairn bought the rights to carry on producing campervans under the Devon Conversions name.
