Southampton company TentBox, known for its rooftop camping tents, has moved into a larger showroom in the city to cope with growing customer demand at the firm's busiest time of year. The move is being framed as a reinvestment into the place where the brand began.
Why the expansion matters locally
The business, founded in Southampton in 2016, says it has helped more than 100,000 people convert their vehicles into campers. By increasing its showroom space, TentBox aims to offer more opportunities for customers to see models in person, compare options and receive tailored advice from staff.
What customers will find
- Room to step inside and test different tent models
- Direct comparisons between sizes and fittings
- Personalised guidance from product experts
These in‑person experiences are particularly important for rooftop tents, where dimensions, access and fit to different vehicle types can be decisive.
"Southampton is where TentBox started, and it's fantastic to be able to invest back into the city with a bigger showroom,"
The company's chief executive, Nicola Thompson, said the new space responds to a rise in customers who prefer to visit in person rather than buy sight unseen online.
Practical outlook and what it means for shoppers
For residents and visitors in Southampton, the larger showroom should reduce waiting times for in‑person demonstrations and make it easier to arrange appointments during peak season. Customers who are weighing up rooftop tent models can now physically inspect the options before committing, which can lower the risk of purchase mismatches.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2016 |
| Customers helped | More than 100,000 |
| Focus | Rooftop camping tents and vehicle conversion accessories |
While online sales remain important to the business, TentBox's investment in a larger physical presence reflects a hybrid retail strategy: using showroom space to convert interest into sales and to support aftercare and fitting advice.
For readers considering a visit, the showroom will offer a chance to speak directly with staff and to see how different models would sit on a range of vehicles. The company has framed the change as both a response to customer demand and a vote of confidence in Southampton as a base for growth.
