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
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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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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Trek Marlin 7
7 January 2018
I bought my Trek Marlin 7 from Evans Cycles in 2017. At the time, it struck a sensible balance between price and capability, giving me a bike that could handle proper off-road riding without pushing into a much more expensive category. That balance was a large part of its appeal. It was approachable enough if
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Wahoo Fitness ELEMNT Bolt
17 April 2017
Clear ride data, simple setup and useful navigation make the ELEMNT Bolt easy to live with, but there are a few trade-offs if training features matter to you.
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