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You can’t have enough security on your van Rich. I’d highly recommend fitting a kill switch, super cheap and very effective. You absolutely need to get up to Scotland and visit Dumfries and Galloway 🎉

I think you should come to the Forest of Dean. Great place to find Wild Boar! Also near to the Wye Valley if you are into canoeing!

Discovered you via FB! We're waiting our very first campervan soon (Christmas!) so I'm pretty anxious about security. The chain to the chair is a great additional idea. Have you visited Mull? We had 2 brilliant weeks there this Summer! Thanks for sharing N&Nx

Good video, we were there in July and went to the nightmarkets such a cool vibe.

York ❤

You'd be welcome in Yorkshire 🙂

Put my name down for Cardiff. Great video as always, keep up the great work.

Throughout history, human beings have evolved to prioritise stability, community, and the establishment of permanent settlements. The trend of modern "van life," while romanticised as a liberating lifestyle, contradicts millennia of human progress and comes with significant risks and disadvantages. This thesis explores the pitfalls of living in a vehicle, both practical and philosophical, arguing that such a lifestyle is inherently counterproductive when compared to the stability and freedom afforded by settled living. Historical and Evolutionary Perspective The Human Need for Settlements: Human beings have thrived by building communities, developing agriculture, and creating infrastructure to support stable living. Settlements foster safety, cooperation, and resource-sharing. Permanent homes offer a foundation for societal growth and individual well-being. The transient nature of living in a van undermines these principles, isolating individuals from the benefits of established communities. The Desire for Permanence: Across cultures and epochs, humans have sought permanence and predictability in their environments. Nomadic lifestyles, while a part of early human history, often came with precarious living conditions, scarcity of resources, and exposure to dangers. Advancements in Housing: Modern housing epitomises the progress made to ensure comfort, security, and reliability. Opting to live in a vehicle represents a regression from these achievements. Practical Disadvantages of Living in a Van Mechanical Reliability and Breakdowns: Vans, especially older or heavily modified ones, are prone to mechanical failures. Breakdowns can occur in remote or unsafe areas, leaving individuals stranded and at the mercy of unpredictable repair costs and timelines. Limited access to parts or skilled mechanics can exacerbate delays and expenses, creating significant stress. Financial Uncertainty: While often marketed as a cost-effective alternative, van life comes with hidden costs: Regular maintenance and unexpected repairs. Fuel expenses, which fluctuate unpredictably. Insurance costs, often higher for converted vehicles. Over time, these expenses can rival or exceed those of maintaining a modest home. Lack of Comfort and Amenities: Vans are limited in space, making it difficult to maintain a comfortable lifestyle. Amenities like proper heating, cooling, sanitation, and cooking facilities are either absent or substandard. Living in close quarters can lead to physical discomfort and mental strain. Health Risks: Limited access to clean water and proper sanitation increases the risk of illness. Poor ventilation in vehicles can cause respiratory problems, especially if reliant on gas heaters or exposed to mould and dampness. The lack of consistent access to healthcare facilities, particularly when travelling in remote areas, can exacerbate minor health issues. Legal and Regulatory Challenges: Parking restrictions often make finding a safe, legal place to stay overnight difficult. In some areas, local authorities are cracking down on "stealth camping" or living in vehicles, leading to fines and legal complications. Insurance and roadworthiness requirements add additional layers of complexity and expense. Psychological and Social Implications Isolation and Loneliness: Van life often separates individuals from established social networks. Lack of consistent community engagement can lead to feelings of alienation and loneliness. Chronic Stress and Anxiety: The uncertainty of vehicle breakdowns, legal concerns, and financial instability contributes to chronic stress. Constantly needing to move to avoid legal issues or unsafe situations adds to the mental burden. Lack of a Personal Sanctuary: Permanent homes provide a stable, comforting environment that fosters mental well-being. Vans, by contrast, lack permanence and can feel transient and impersonal. Philosophical Counterarguments to the Romanticisation of Van Life False Sense of Freedom: The purported freedom of van life is often undermined by practical realities: Dependence on fuel and access to amenities. The need to constantly plan routes, find parking, and manage limited resources. True freedom comes from financial security and the ability to choose how and where to spend time, not from living in a confined, unreliable space. Freedom Through Settlement: Owning a mortgage-free home provides a secure base from which to explore the world. Financial freedom enables travel to any destination, eliminating the limitations imposed by a vehicle-based lifestyle. Sustainability and Environmental Impact: Vans rely on fossil fuels, contributing to environmental degradation. By contrast, sustainable homes can leverage renewable energy sources and reduce overall ecological footprints. Alternatives to Van Life Financial Freedom and Travel: By prioritising financial independence, individuals can achieve the same sense of exploration without the downsides of van life. Budget-conscious travel allows for global exploration without sacrificing comfort or security. Embracing Hybrid Models: Short-term van travel or renting vehicles for specific trips offers the experience of van life without the long-term commitment and risks. This approach combines the best aspects of van life with the stability of a permanent home. Minimalist Living in Settled Environments: Downsizing to a small, sustainable home offers a minimalist lifestyle with the comforts and security of a permanent residence. This balances the desire for simplicity with the need for stability. Conclusion While van life may offer a romanticised vision of freedom and adventure, the practical realities and risks make it a counterproductive lifestyle choice for long-term living. Humans have historically sought stability and security through settlements, and this approach remains the most viable for fostering well-being, community, and freedom. True freedom arises not from living in an old vehicle but from achieving financial independence and the ability to explore the world from a secure and comfortable base. Van life, with its inherent instability and hidden challenges, undermines this freedom, making it an ill-advised substitute for the stability of a settled home.

please spare the dramatic music..... you're talking about living in a basic clapped out old vans not the monsoon season in the Serengeti

Best beach in Cornwall - perranporth- you can park by the Co-op and short walk to the beach and the best pub- The Watering Hole. It has great bands visiting too- and the beach is dog friendly 😊

Found a lovely place in selsey on park 4 night right next to the beach and a playing field,it was lovely waking up to the view of the sea

Great video & a great security device 👍

You can go to blue anchor by minehead

Absolute w mans, love the channel ❤❤

Commenting just for the Algorithm not for the giveaway 🤗. We are Fulltimevanlifers as well so no need for shipping this anywhere for us ^^. We like your chilled persona and congrats to 1000 Subs! You deserve every one of them! EDIT: But we were in England a few years ago in a little village called Matlock there was a pub with a really nice owner where we stood for 2 nights because there were places to stay in the backyard of the pub. We loved that region. Maybe you visit this spot anytime in future 🙃

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Come and visit the sunny Isle of Wight

Great content 👍

Very beautiful

Good to see your channel go from strength to strength,🎉🤙

Awesome

Hello, how are you? I am a regular viewer of your TH-cam channel. I came here to say that- Your content is always engaging and incredibly well-presented!" Good luck to you.

That shopping area is called eagles 🦅 meadow and it’s only been opened about in the last 10 years x

Another cracking video fella. Absolutely love Barmouth, every time we and the Mrs go to Wales we always take a little trip there. Can I ask a silly question. I'm currently after a van myself. I love the transporters. But I hear so many stories about how they are so unreliable. How has your transporter been to you ?

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Here's a little fact for you, Romsey homes the remains of the worlds oldest monolithic structure...

I’ve lived in Poole for 31 years and since COVID the town has slowly died. The Quay used to be a great night out all ages enjoying live music. Bike nights and fireworks was always a good night out. But it’s just dying with the high street full Of charity shops. Such a shame as it’s a great place to live

You missed Poundbury, the area Prince Charles was involved with...

The shop next to the red oun is yos for prom seson

100 yrs away from the Cathedral is Vicars’ Close a quite amazing street scene. Local knowledge.

You LOVE sleeping in your van ? You’re one weird cunt

Het lykt op Scheveningen waar ik woon Strand boulevard Ik kan de zee zien Wel altyd wind Ik ben aan zee geboren er zyn wel windmolens bygekomen. Wat een mooie huizen pracht bouw. Heel gezellig Ik ga nu de winter in niks aan Echt heel mooi daar veel plezier ik wens je Geloof. Hoop en Liefde 🙏🏾🇾🇪💋🍀❤

Is a shits hole. Place has gone down hill alot

Poole is now a complete dump like every other town

Correction you are sleeping ina van but still paying rent on your home,so its not actually free unless you do it full time

Great scenery, are you n the carnivore diet, looked so tasty too, thanks for sharing the video xx

Very good info .. thanks

Good video, but that subscribe bell is super pathetic. I don't get this. Did you yourself ever subscribe to a channel just because someone was begging for it? And, there is no space spelled before interpunction marks like ? ! , etc.

Just had this pop up in my recommendations. Sadly its much the same after 4 months. Three of the high street banks are gone. That Scope shop has moved into the big empty Home world, with the health centre set to expand into where it was. The bubble tea shop now does waffles and ice cream. Other than that... basically the same. Interesting seeing people in the background I know, either personally, or that i just recognize in passing. There are plans for a massive overhaul of the town but we are looking at something like a decade for it to really come into fruition.

20:12 used to be Barclay’s Bank until a couple of years ago.

3:00 it’s now a Waterstones.

So many shit rules and regulations in England saying you can't sleep outside/campover night. Makes vanlife a nightmare.

Great video. This is almost a carbon copy of the van I just bought. Mines a 1996 t4 800 special that has had a 1.9 tdi engine swapped in. Even got the same power management panel. I haven’t got the pop top though.

Have wild camped in new forest many times, not had a knock yet but if you do just move down the road a bit

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I love how all the people who watched this live here. I also live here

I have a big house ive handed over for my adult kids to live and have no problem with the odd van parked up outside. As long as theres no trace left and loud music etc, its absolutely fine. Anyone who is stressing about a van outside is really odd?! Do they do a register of all cars and vehicles parked in the street every night and get angry about any unknown vehicles? Its a van not a car, caravan and awning out. Its no bigger than the standard estate car or 4x4. These people maybe van lifers but they've definitely not left the angry, pedantic, habitually frustrated rat race attitude behind.

My home town it's a lovely historic English town. Shame about all the foreigners the government are pumping into it.. breaks my heart to see it becoming a third world dump.

You seem incapable of parking facing the correct direction Every single example. And you’re bothered about your head?

It is probably the most British village in France, the heart of "Dordogneshire"...