Why Vanlife? We explore why this nomadic lifestyle is more popular than ever. Escaping the Rising Cost of Living. One of the main reasons why people are embracing vanlife in the UK is the increasing cost of living. According to the Office for National Statistics, consumer prices rose by 9.6% in the year to October 2022 – the fastest rate in four decades. This surge in prices has made it challenging for many individuals to afford traditional housing, leading them to seek alternative living arrangements such as vanlife. Freedom and Flexibility Vanlife offers unparalleled freedom and flexibility ..read more

Do you own a campervan or motorhome that you use for your adventures? Have you ever considered sharing your vehicle with other passionate travellers and making some extra cash? Look no further than Camplify. Camplify is the UK’s fastest-growing campervan, motorhome, and caravan sharing community, connecting holidaymakers with unique vehicles available for hire. Here’s why you should consider listing your van on Camplify: Comprehensive insurance cover: Camplify provides fully comprehensive insurance options to keep your van safe during rentals. Verified members: All hirers go through licence a ..read more

1.  Lake District  Photo by ian kelsall on Unsplash The Lake District is a must-visit for anyone traveling in a campervan. With its serene lakes, towering peaks, and scenic hiking trails, this national park offers an unrivalled experience of the great outdoors. The park has several campsites and motorhome parks, making it an ideal spot for campervan enthusiasts. Here are three must-see sights in the Lake District, with their coordinates: Windermere: Located in the heart of the Lake District, Windermere is the largest natural lake in England and is surrounded by stunning scenery. Don ..read more

As we head into summer, many of us are itching to get outside and explore new places. One of the best ways to do this is by hiring a campervan and embarking on a road trip around the UK. Here are 6 reasons why hiring a campervan this summer could be the adventure of a lifetime: Freedom and Flexibility  Photo by Nick Dunlap on Unsplash The first and perhaps most obvious reason to hire a campervan is for the freedom and flexibility it provides. You can go where you want, when you want, and stay as long as you like (within reason). There’s no need to worry about booking accommodation or sti ..read more

Waking up, you rub your eyes and stretch your legs while letting out a sleepy yawn. “Vanlife feels great” you whisper. You can feel the warmth of the morning sun gently heating the van up. A plethora of birds are chirping, singing their morning song. You slip a leg out from under the duvet and the rest of your body follows. With the kettle filled and hob lit, you start contemplating your new fantastic life in your van. Your soul feels rejuvenated, the fire has been poked and the day ahead has been certified “ready to go!” You pull back the curtains to gaze out of the window while you sip your ..read more

Since its inception in 2007, Wildworx has offered unique handcrafted premium campervan conversions to people that dream of owning their own ultra-high spec campervan. From their high-quality bespoke conversions and campervan accessories to their online DIY campervan conversion guides, they are here to help get you out on the open road and start living the vanlife you have been dreaming of! Who Are Wildworx And What Do They Do? Wildworx offers a selection of campervan conversion services. Whether you require minor adjustments to your living space, or you want a premium bespoke co ..read more

Campervan Trackers are more budget friendly than you think. Starting as low as £30 and with monthly costs as low as £5 there really is no reason not to fit one. Comparethemarket.com says that between 2015 and 2019, van theft increased by 81% from 4,450 vans to 8,072. The full statistics from 2020 onwards aren’t available just yet, but predictions are that there will be a further rise. Researchers estimate that there were 10,928 vans stolen in 2020, increasing to 12,669 in 2021. Current estimates are that there will be almost 12,000 stolen in 2022. Breaking those figures down, this information ..read more

In this article, we look at campervan security. The yearly rate of thefts involving vans, campervans and derivatives in the UK could rise to over 20,000 vans by 2030, claims Comparethemarket.com. The insurance comparison site predicts that 12,000 vans will be stolen in 2022, which is a rise of 169% over the last five years. 2021/22 figures are yet to be released. The research, based on information from Logistics UK and WhatDoTheyKnow.com, has also revealed which regions of the country have the highest levels of van theft, and which vans are most commonly stolen. Here’s the top 10 according to ..read more

Who are Premium Lithium and what do they do?  Based in Newark, in the UK, Premium Lithium is a supplier of high-quality LiFePO4 batteries for the leisure industry, namely the campervan, caravan and motorhome sector. Established in 2017, Premium Lithium has made its mark in the world of lithium and is setting new standards in reliability, efficiency and customer service. Headed by Mathew Hurry and Robert Goodman, Premium Lithium promise to deliver. 200ah of LiFePO4 powerWhat Products Do They Specialise in? Premium Lithium specialises in the design and sales of LiFePO4 batteries. LiFePO4 ba ..read more

So, you want to sell my campervan? You turn to the internet and start the arduous task of sifting through the many different campervan sales websites that provide you the option to advertise your campervan for sale. However, here is the million dollar question; “Where is the best place to sell your campervan?” With so many to choose from, where do you even start? You maybe asking yourself, which one is going to give me the best value that will sell my campervan the quickest, easiest and most hassle free?  Also, how much is it going to cost me to sell my campervan? Below we have selec ..read more