Wild Camping
Dog Walking Etiquette
Van life with a dog is wonderful — your dog gets to explore new places every day and you have a built-in walking companion.
8 min read
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Wild Camping
Dorset Wild Camping Van Life Guide 2026
Dorset is the quiet powerhouse of UK van life. Stretching 90 miles from the sandy plains of the Piddle Estuary to the dramatic limestone cliffs
7 min read
Van Builds
Drop-Down Bed Mechanisms
A drop-down bed (also called an elevating bed or raising bed) mounts above the living area and lowers for sleeping.
4 min read
Solar & Power
Earth Bonding in Vans
Earthing and bonding are the most misunderstood aspects of campervan electrical systems. Get it wrong and your RCD does not work, your battery monitor
7 min read
Travel Guides
Norfolk: The Van Lifers Paradise
East Anglia gets overlooked by van lifers heading to Cornwall, Scotland, or Lake District. That's exactly why it's brilliant.
3 min read
Practical Tips
Eco Van Life How To Minimize Your Footprint
Van life is often depicted as an inherently sustainable way to travel. No fixed address means less permanent waste, and living simply seems inherently
6 min read
Van Builds
Electric Campervan UK: The Complete 2026 Guide to Going Electric
For years, "electric campervan" sounded like a contradiction in terms. A heavy leisure vehicle that needs to roam far from home, powered by a battery
11 min read
Van Builds
Electric Van Life UK: The Complete 2026 Guide to Going Green
Electric van life in the UK has crossed the line from futuristic idea to practical reality. In 2026 you can buy a van built from the ground
7 min read
Legal & Tax
Electric Van Vehicle Tax & VED 2026: What UK Van Lifers Need to Know
For years, one of the quiet bonuses of going electric was a blank space on your tax disc: zero-emission vehicles paid no vehicle excise duty (VED) at all.
6 min read
Off-Grid Living
Diesel Water Heater (e.g., Webasto Air Top 2000)
By a UK van life writer who has spent countless nights in sub‑zero conditions. Why it matters: Provides reliable, long‑lasting heat using the van’s engine
4 min read
Travel Guides
Essential Van Life Apps: Navigation, Wildlife and Offline Tools
"Your phone is more than a communication device – it’s your map, your mechanic, your nature guide, and your safety net.
9 min read
Wild Camping
Exmoor Coastal Spots
Exmoor National Park is the quietest of England's national parks. It gets a fraction of the visitors that the Lake District, Peak District, or Cornwall
6 min read
Health & Wellness
Campervan Kitchen Fire Blankets: Selection, Access and an Escape Plan
A kitchen fire blanket is one part of a campervan fire-safety plan. It is not a reason to stay in a burning vehicle or go back for equipment.
3 min read · Revised guide
Solar & Power
Flexible vs Rigid Solar Panels UK 2026: Complete Comparison for Campervan Builds
Choosing between flexible and rigid solar panels is one of the first decisions every UK campervan builder faces.
13 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
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
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
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
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
Budget Builds
Hidden Van Life Costs
The monthly budget guides tell you what you'll spend on fuel, food, and campsites. They don't tell you about the costs that come out of nowhere — the ones
6 min read
Practical Tips
How To Boost Wifi Signal
Reliable internet is essential for remote workers, content creators, and digital nomads living in vans.
3 min read
Food & Cookery
How To Choose Campervan Stove
A good stove is essential for any van life setup. Whether you're cooking a quick breakfast or a full roast dinner, choosing the right stove affects
4 min read
Off-Grid Living
How To Install Cassette Toilet
Not everyone has space for a full Thetford cassette toilet. This guide covers the best portable and campervan toilet solutions available on Amazon UK.
3 min read
Van Builds
How To Install Diesel Heater
heating your campervan is one of the most important decisions you'll make as a van lifer. With the UK's damp, chilly winters, a reliable heating system
6 min read
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