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Practical Tips

Balancing Freedom with Routine

The surge of remote‑working culture has collided with the van‑life movement in ways that felt inevitable.

6 min read

Practical Tips

Remote Working Van Life UK Guide

Balancing remote work with van life allows you to combine financial stability with travel. This guide addresses the key challenges of working from a van

2 min read

Solar & Power

Renogy Lithium UK Review

Renogy is one of the most popular brands for campervan solar equipment in the UK. Their lithium batteries are competitively priced and widely available

7 min read

Van Builds

What Is a Campervan Retrofit?

Transforming a standard van into a campervan on a budget — a complete guide to DIY retrofits that work in the UK.

3 min read

Solar & Power

Rigid vs Flexible Panels

The biggest debate in campervan solar after "MPPT vs PWM" is "rigid vs flexible panels. " Each has passionate advocates and a set of real trade-offs.

7 min read

Solar & Power

Roof Rack Solar Mounts

Roof rack solar mounting is the best option if you cannot or will not drill holes in your van roof. The panels mount to the roof rack cross-bars instead

7 min read

Van Builds

Two Paths to Mobile Living

By a UK van life writer who has experienced both lifestyles. When considering mobile living in the UK, many people assume they must choose between

5 min read

Practical Tips

Safety First on the Road

By a UK van life writer who has helped dozens of travelers prepare for safe journeys. Van life offers unparalleled freedom, but it also demands

5 min read

Travel Guides

Scottish Highlands Van Life Guide 2026

The Scottish Highlands are the wildest place in the UK. With towering mountains, ancient castles, endless lochs, and some of the best roads in Europe

5 min read

Health & Wellness

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Seasonal Affective Disorder is a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern — typically starting in autumn, worsening through winter, and lifting

6 min read

Travel Guides

Seasonal Overview & Target Species

Van life and the coast are a natural pairing. The ever‑changing shoreline offers free, nutritious ingredients if you know where, when and how to look.

7 min read

Solar & Power

Second-Hand EV Batteries

Using a second-hand electric vehicle battery for your campervan is the ultimate DIY power move. You can get 7kWh of storage (equivalent to a 560Ah 12V

6 min read

Practical Tips

Setting Boundaries with Visitors in Your Van

Van life looks idyllic from the outside, and friends and family will want to visit. But 7m² of living space is tiny — smaller than most people's bedrooms.

3 min read

Food & Cookery

The Daily Grind of Van Cooking

By a UK van life writer who’s mastered cooking on a tiny stove. When you live in a van, the kitchen is the heart of the home.

5 min read

Solar & Power

Solar Blankets Review

A solar blanket (foldable or rollable solar panel) is a portable solar solution. Instead of mounting panels on the roof, you deploy them on the ground

6 min read

Off-Grid Living

Solar Showers Review

A solar shower is the simplest way to get hot water off-grid. It uses the sun to warm water in a black bag or panel, then gravity-feeds it to a shower

8 min read

Practical Tips

Solo Van Life UK Guide

Solo van life in the UK offers an unparalleled sense of freedom and self-discovery, allowing you to explore at your own pace while meeting like-minded

8 min read

Travel Guides

South Coast Van Life Guide 2026

The South Coast of England is one of the most beautiful coastal regions in the UK. From Brighton's bohemian energy to Bournemouth's sandy beaches

3 min read

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