Discovering Britain by Van
Honest write-ups from the road — stopovers, places worth stopping for, and the stuff nobody else tells you about van life in the UK.
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
Do I Have to Pay Council Tax if I Live in a Motorhome?
17 August 2025
Most vanlifers won’t pay council tax while travelling full-time, but long-term stays on private land or residential sites can change that. This article explains when it applies and what councils usually look at.
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Staying Connected: Best UK Mobile Internet & Wi-Fi Solutions for Vanlifers
15 July 2025
A clear breakdown of UK mobile networks, SIM plans, hotspots and full router setups, with honest advice on what actually works in a van. It helps you choose the right setup based on how you travel, work and use data.
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Millennium Walkway
13 April 2025
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.
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10 Must See places in Rotherham
6 June 2024
Planning a day out in South Yorkshire? This guide rounds up ten places in and around Rotherham, from family attractions and country parks to historic houses and peaceful ruins, with clear ideas for what each offers.
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The Scarsdale Hundred
29 May 2024
A straightforward look at Steak Club at a Beighton Wetherspoon, covering food quality, service speed, and what you actually get for the price.
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Crocs Baya
29 May 2024
Crocs have always had a slightly complicated relationship with the public. I’ll admit, I was initially sceptical and, if I’m honest, a bit snobby about them myself. Going from quiet disdain to genuine loyalty was not something I expected. That changed after trying a pair of knock-off Crocs and realising, rather reluctantly, that they were
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The Tension Between Local and VanLife Communities: Understanding the Dislike
16 May 2024
In recent years, camper van and motorhome travel has become far more visible across the UK and beyond. More people are choosing slower, self-contained travel, drawn by the freedom of setting their own pace, staying closer to nature, and carrying the essentials with them. For many, it feels like a more flexible way to travel
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Can You Live in a Van Permanently? A Comprehensive Guide to Van Life
14 May 2024
Living in a van full-time is absolutely possible, but in practice it looks very different from the version often presented online. At its best, it offers a simpler way to live, lower fixed costs, and the freedom to move with the seasons or follow a slower route from place to place. For some people, that
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Brough Pier
14 November 2023
Brough Pier near Dunnet Head in Caithness. Find access details, parking limits, and what to expect at this small working harbour.
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China Garden Benidorm
29 October 2023
After a day in Benidorm, settling into a cosy Chinese restaurant for satay chicken, prawn toast and a well-priced set menu felt like an easy holiday win.
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