Humber Bridge
Sometimes a place you usually only drive over works better on foot. This stop mixes bridge views, foreshore walking and a practical pause near Hull.
Places
Write-ups on UK destinations that work well for van travel – where to park, what the area is like for overnight stays, and anything worth knowing before you arrive. From well-known spots to quieter corners, each piece is written from the experience of actually visiting in a van.
The UK has a huge range of landscapes worth exploring slowly, and getting to know a place from a van parked nearby gives a different perspective to any standard travel guide.
National Film and Sci-Fi Museum
Stepping into the National Film and Sci-Fi Museum in Milton Keynes, the first thing that hit me was the sense of recognition. Whether it’s Darth Vader’s slow mechanical breathing, the instinct to hide behind the sofa at the thought of Doctor Who, or the Ghostbusters theme tune instantly starting up in your head, this is … Read more
Upper Linacre Reservoir
A peaceful Derbyshire stop with clear parking advice, easy walking routes and realistic tips for campervans, including where day parking works best. It’s especially useful if you want a straightforward leg-stretch between longer drives.
Bamburgh Castle
A practical look at visiting this paid coastal castle, including parking, access limits, dogs, pushchairs, facilities and how long to allow.
Dinostar
A straightforward look at what Dinostar is like inside, who it suits, how long to allow, and how it fits into a day around The Deep and Hull Old Town.
Magpie Mine
Plan a straightforward visit to this old Derbyshire lead mine, with notes on getting there from Sheldon, what to see on site, nearby walks and simple tips for the Peak District lanes.
Millennium Walkway
A short walkway built into a cliff face turned an inaccessible gorge into a usable route, and it still feels slightly unexpected when you step onto it.
Greno Wood
Plan a visit to Greno Wood near Sheffield, with gentle trails, Wharncliffe Edge views, woodland history, wildlife and family-friendly open space.
Brough Pier
Brough Pier near Dunnet Head in Caithness. Find access details, parking limits, and what to expect at this small working harbour.
Redmires Reservoirs
Planning a visit from Sheffield or heading into the Peak District? This guide covers the reservoir walks, nearby parking, and how the route links through to Stanage Edge.
Carn Euny Ancient Village
Tucked into the far west of Cornwall, near Sancreed on the Land’s End peninsula, Carn Euny Ancient Village is one of those places that quietly pulls you out of the present. It is less about spectacle and more about atmosphere. You arrive expecting a historic site, but what you really find is a place that … Read more
Tintagel Castle
The ruins aren’t the main draw here, it’s the cliffs, the drop to the sea, and a beach cave that’s not always accessible.
Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo is the sort of place that needs most of a day, not a spare hour between drives. It is straightforward enough to reach by car or van, but once you are through the entrance, the size of the site and the amount of walking quickly make it feel like the main plan for … Read more
Snake Woodland
A short riverside woodland stop just off the Snake Pass, useful for stretching your legs without planning a longer walk.
Whaligoe Steps
Plan a stop at Whaligoe Steps on the NC500, with what to expect from the steep descent, small harbour, fishing history and climb back up again.
Damflask Reservoir
Damflask Reservoir sits in the Loxley Valley, just west of Sheffield, close to the small hamlet of Lower Bradfield. It is a quiet place, but one with a heavier past than it first suggests. The reservoir covers the site of a village lost in the Great Sheffield Flood of 1864, which adds a subtle layer … Read more
Conisbrough Castle
A straightforward look at visiting this South Yorkshire castle, including booking, nearby on-street parking, the visitor centre, grounds and keep.
National Videogame Museum
A useful first-hand look at visiting the National Videogame Museum in Sheffield, including the play-all-day ticket setup, cafe, city-centre location and what to expect inside.
Elsecar
Elsecar is a small historic village in South Yorkshire, around 8 miles south of Barnsley. It is easy enough to reach by car, and it is also a practical option by public transport, with Elsecar railway station within walking distance of the village centre. For van and campervan travellers, Elsecar works best as a gentle … Read more
Angel of the North
Plan a simple stop at the Angel of the North near Gateshead, with car park access, a short walk from Durham Road and ideas for nearby walks.
Edinburgh Castle
Planning a visit to Edinburgh Castle? Clear, practical guide covering what to expect, timing, crowds, access, and how to make the most of your visit.
Sheffield Manor Lodge – Mary Queen of Scots Open Day
After watching the film Mary Queen of Scots, I found myself paying more attention to local history than usual. Not long after, an event at Sheffield Manor Lodge appeared on my Facebook feed. It felt like a good excuse to finally visit somewhere I’ve passed countless times but never actually stepped inside. I’ve lived just … Read more
Calton Hill
A practical guide to Calton Hill in Edinburgh, including key landmarks, walking routes, views, and what to expect when visiting.