Van Life in the UK — The Honest Version
Detailed stopover reviews, parking strategies, and the advice van lifers actually need. Not the Instagram version.
Whether you’re planning your next trip or just after a good read about life on the road, you’re in the right place. Below you’ll find reviews, stopover guides, and articles from real van travels across the UK.
Latest Posts
The Essential Van Life: 5 Items No Van Lifer Should Be Without
5 June 2024
Solar power, a portable toilet and good insulation all earn their place when space is limited. These five practical essentials cover the everyday jobs that make van travel easier.
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Crocs Baya
29 May 2024
After several months of regular use, the Baya still holds up well for everyday wear, with comfort and easy cleaning standing out. Fit, price and styling are the main trade-offs.
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The Tension Between Local and VanLife Communities: Understanding the Dislike
16 May 2024
Camper vans and motorhomes are far more visible around the UK than they once were. For many of us, that is part of the appeal: travel at your own pace, carry what you need, change plans when the weather turns and spend more time in places that do not always fit neatly into a hotel-based
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Why Do People Quit Vanlife? An Insider’s Perspective
6 August 2023
Vanlife can offer freedom, but it also brings limited space, ongoing costs and a steady stream of practical jobs. These are some of the reasons people eventually decide to move on.
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Keeping Fit on the Road: Exercise Routines for Vanlifers
23 July 2023
Long driving days and changing routines can make exercise easy to overlook. Outdoor workouts, compact kit and everyday movement offer practical ways to stay active on the road.
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The Challenges and Triumphs of Vanlife on the North Coast 500
18 July 2023
Scotland’s NC500 mixes narrow roads, unpredictable weather and limited facilities with constantly changing landscapes. A practical look at what travelling it by van can involve.
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The Impact of Vanlife on Local Communities Along the North Coast 500
1 July 2023
Vanlife can bring valuable spending to communities along the NC500, but those benefits come with pressure on infrastructure, waste services and local life. This article weighs up both sides of that relationship.
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Debunking 10 Vanlife Myths
9 April 2023
Vanlife is not always cheap, glamorous or a never-ending holiday. These ten myths cover the costs, compromises and everyday realities that often get left out.
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Ways walking can improve your health
23 July 2022
See how regular walking can support your heart, mood, mobility and sleep, with straightforward tips for making it part of everyday life.
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Lixada Hydration Bladder
12 April 2019
This 2-litre bladder fitted neatly into the Lixada Cycling Rucksack and stayed leak-free during cycling and hiking. The review covers filling, drinking and cleaning in everyday use.
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