Van Builds
Floor Insulation for Cold Floors
A cold floor is one of the most common complaints in DIY campervan conversions. Heat rises, so the floor is always the coldest surface in your van.
5 min read
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Solar & Power
Fogstar Energy LiFePO4 Battery Review
Fogstar Energy has become one of the most popular LiFePO4 battery brands in the UK campervan market.
2 min read
Off-Grid Living
Food Grade Hoses for Campervan Water Systems
Not all hose is created equal. Using non-food-grade hose in your campervan water system can leach chemicals into your drinking water.
4 min read
Van Builds
Ford Transit Custom Review
The Ford Transit Custom is the most common base vehicle for UK campervan conversions. Walk into any campsite and you'll see more Transit Customs
5 min read
Travel Guides
Forestry England Campervan Stopovers 2026: The Forest Campervan Road Trip, Explained
For years, England's forests have been a frustration for van lifers: beautiful, remote, and almost entirely off-limits overnight.
6 min read
Travel Guides
Forestry England Permits and Overnight Parking for Van Life
Forestry England manages more than 1,500 forests and woods across England — the largest landowner in the country.
4 min read
Van Builds
Freeze Protection for Campervan Drains and Pipes
A frozen pipe in a campervan is not just inconvenient — it can burst, causing water damage to your conversion.
5 min read
Food & Cookery
Fridge Power Consumption Tests
The brochure says your 12V compressor fridge uses "12Ah per day at 20°C ambient. " Real-world usage depends on ambient temperature, how often you open
5 min read
Budget Builds
Fuel Economy Tracking
Fuel is the single biggest variable cost in van life. A Transit Custom that does 35mpg vs one that does 30mpg saves you £500-800 per year in diesel.
6 min read
Practical Tips
What Does a Normal Day Look Like?
By a UK van life writer who has been living in a converted van for over two years. When people imagine van life, they often picture endless
6 min read
Van Builds
Lightweight Furniture Board Options
Weight is the enemy of campervan conversions. Every kg you add reduces your payload for water, gear, and passengers.
5 min read
Product Reviews
Garage Door Security
The rear garage doors of a campervan are the most vulnerable point for theft. The factory locks on most vans are weak, the doors are large (easy to pry
5 min read
Off-Grid Living
Gas vs Diesel vs Electric Heaters – UK Van Life Guide
Gas: butane, portable, £20-80, limited power. Diesel: permanent, £90-600, most powerful.
5 min read
Budget Builds
Gas vs Electric Heating Costs
Heating is the biggest energy cost in a campervan. Here is the real running cost comparison for UK conditions.
1 min read
Travel Guides
Giants Causeway Campervan Parking
Transparency: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from purchasing. The Giants Causeway is Northern Ireland's top attraction and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
3 min read
Off-Grid Living
Grey Water Filter Systems for Campervans
Grey water — the water from your sink and shower — is one of the least discussed but most important parts of campervan plumbing.
5 min read
Off-Grid Living
Grey Water Level Sensors for Campervans — Ultrasonic, Pressure & Float Switch Guide
Knowing how full your grey water tank is before it overflows through the sink and onto your kitchen floor is the difference between a comfortable van life
9 min read
Budget Builds
Grocery Hauls on £50/Week — Eating Well on a Van Life Budget
Yes, but it takes planning. £50 per week for one person is roughly £7 per day.
7 min read
Product Reviews
Hand Controls for Driving: Adaptive Equipment for Disabled Van Lifers
Driving a campervan with hand controls is entirely possible. Many disabled van lifers use adaptive equipment to drive safely and legally.
2 min read
Travel Guides
Haunted UK Castles Campervan Route
Transparency: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from purchasing. A road trip visiting the UK's most haunted castles — with van parking tips for each one.
3 min read
Travel Guides
Barra to Lewis by Campervan: Plan Around the Hebridean Way
The Hebridean Way is a walking and cycling experience, not a promise of a continuous campervan driving itinerary or overnight parking.
3 min read · Revised guide
Van Builds
Hettich Hinges & Runners for Van Conversions: Complete Guide
The quality of hinges and drawer runners in a van build determines how your kitchen and cupboards feel two years in.
8 min read
Travel Guides
Hidden Campervan Spots In Wales
Wales is a land of myth, mountains, and miles of untouched coastline – a dream destination for any van‑lifer seeking solitude and raw natural beauty.
11 min read
Practical Tips
Hidden Kill Switches for Vans
A hidden kill switch is one of the most effective anti-theft devices. It stops the engine from starting even if thieves have the keys.
2 min read
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