Do I have to tell DVLA if I put windows in my van?
The glass itself is rarely the part the DVLA cares most about. The real question is what the van has become once the wider conversion is finished.
How To
Vanlife involves a range of practical skills and knowledge that are not always obvious when you are starting out. Understanding how your electrical system works, managing your water supply, finding overnight stops, dealing with waste responsibly and keeping costs under control – these are the things that separate comfortable van travel from stressful van travel.
The how-to posts on this site cover specific practical topics in straightforward language. They are not aimed at mechanics or full-time professionals – they are written for people who want to understand how to do something specific, explained clearly by someone who has figured it out through experience.
Topics range from the technical (how to size a leisure battery bank, how to install a solar panel, how to connect a gas hob safely) to the logistical (how to find overnight stops, how to plan a multi-week route, how to manage a budget on the road) and the everyday (how to cook well in a small van kitchen, how to stay warm in winter, how to keep a van organised over a longer trip).
If there is something you are trying to work out about van travel or van life, the how-to posts here are a useful place to start – practical, first-hand and focused on what actually works.
Do I Have to Pay Council Tax if I Live in a Motorhome?
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.
Can You Live in a Van Permanently? A Comprehensive Guide to Van Life
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 … Read more
A Proper Guide to Keeping Your Campervan Shiny and Spick-and-Span
Keeping your campervan clean is one of those small jobs that makes every trip feel easier. A tidy van is simply more pleasant to live in, especially when you’re spending a few days on the road, and regular cleaning also helps keep everything in good condition for longer. We’ll start with the essentials you’ll want … Read more