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Jackie and Tony
United Kingdom
Приєднався 10 тра 2020
We are a couple from the UK travelling about in our campervan enjoying life whilst we can. Life is not a rehearsal!
We enjoy travelling around on our days off, making videos and blogging, not only for our own memories but also to help others not make the same mistakes that we have.
We enjoy travelling around on our days off, making videos and blogging, not only for our own memories but also to help others not make the same mistakes that we have.
Using our cosy campervan for moving furniture! You can fit in more than you think!
This week we have been very busy helping our family and moving items. Having a campervan does restrict what can be carried, but it is a versatile space!
We also give you a quick update on our new dog. Hopefully, normal camping to resume very soon!
We also give you a quick update on our new dog. Hopefully, normal camping to resume very soon!
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Our overnight stay at Greendale Farm, Rutland in our campervan. Including new dog!
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For Tony's birthday we decided to take our new dog camping in Rutland. We stayed at Greendale Farm, between Oakham and Melton.
We have a new furry friend to join us on our camping trips. Meet our dogue de bordeaux.
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Back out in the campervan with our new companion. We have rescued another new Dogue de Bordeaux! Join us on our campervan adventures as we explore the UK and dog-friendly campsites. Believe it or not this dog is even bigger than our last one! life with We love a giant breed. 🐾 #campervanlife #doguedebordeaux #traveldog #vanlife
Our camping toilet review - Thetford Porta Potti, great addition to our campervan!
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A portable camping toilet is an essential item for any outdoor enthusiast in the UK. By considering factors such as capacity, flushing mechanism, waste tank size, weight, comfort, portability, and ease of cleaning, you can find the perfect toilet to meet your needs. Investing in a quality portable toilet will ensure a comfortable and hygienic camping experience, allowing you to focus on enjoyin...
We have some news this week.
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Unfortunately we have not been camping this week This is a tribute to our beautiful Dogue de Bordeaux
When the Road Turns to River - Our campervan trip
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Another storm has hit the UK and our week of travelling went down the pan due to so much rain. However, we did manage to just about get to 2 pubs where overnight parking in campervans is allowed. As long as you have a meal. Great pubs too! #campervan #overnightcamping #vanlifediaries
Stay cozy in your campervan, beat the cold! Our tips and fab heater!
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We wanted to be able to use our campervan all year round and living in the UK, we knew we would need a pretty good, reliable heater so that we can travel around, even for day trips and know we can stay cosy and warm. Lots of people ask us how we keep warm so here we discuss some of our tips and findings with our campervan and also about our Eberspacher Airtronic D2 heater. This heater has made ...
Our visit to SMC to explore the campervans and motorhomes.
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We visited SMC in Newark Nottinghamshire to look at the pros and cons of campervans and motorhomes. Join us on our Campervan & Motorhome Shopping experience! Join us as we mooch around a top-rated dealership, making comparisons. From cozy compact campers to luxurious huge motorhomes. We also looked at vehicles in between the two! One day I am sure will upgrade, but is so hard for us both to agr...
Our trip to Jacksons camping store.
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We took a trip out to a camping store we had been told about by a few people. It took us about 45 minutes to get there from our home in Leicestershire. Jacksons in Old Arley is a popular camping shop located in the village of Old Arley, Warwickshire. The shop offers a wide range of camping equipment and accessories for outdoor enthusiasts. We were really surprised about how much was in this sto...
Join us on our peaceful camping trip & review of Stanton Lakes in Leicestershire. It is a top spot!
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We discovered Stanton Lakes touring campsite and also the bar and bistro. This looks like a perfect place to eat and drink, overlooking the stunning views of the lake. With hard standing and grass electric pitches, it is perfect for those seeking a camping or caravanning experience, the touring site provides a peaceful and comfortable stay. Stanton Lakes is home to a variety of wildlife, making...
Camping in Anderby Creek with 3 kids, a dog and rain. Also testing out our new camper fridge
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We really enjoyed our trip to Anderby Creek in Lincolnshire, not far from popular Skegness, England, we could have walked for miles along the beautiful sandy beaches, taking in the breathtaking views and sea air. We like it because it is quiet, unlike the nearby Skegness, Mablethorpe and Chapel St Leonards. Which are all just along the coastline, a short bus or car drive away. Those places are ...
Our visit to Robin Hood Bay, Whitby. We stayed at Middlewood Farm in our VW campervan. August 2024
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As usual this was a last minute booking, so with a week off work we headed off to the East Coast. Robin Hood Bay near Whitby for 3 nights in our beloved campervan. Join us as we travel from Leicester through the Yorkshire moors. Nestled along the dramatic Yorkshire coast, Robin Hood's Bay is a charming fishing village steeped in history and natural beauty. With its cobbled streets, quaint cotta...
We decided that the space inside our VW camper was not really working for us.
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We decided that we needed to change the storage inside our campervan. Tony set to work on a budget to make it happen. We also found a solution to keep food cold, or even frozen when on the road. #campervantour #vanlife #campervanadventures #campervanfridge
Visit in our campervan to Creekside and Grove campsite in Anderby Creek
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We booked a week off work and headed off to the East Coast to Anderby Creek, near Skegness. Great weather and a fantastic site. We met dime lovely people too! #camperlife #AnderbyCreek #vanlife #lincolnshire
Diglea Caravan Park in Snettisham, Norfolk. so hot we decided to take our roof down! #camperlife
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Hi, we are Jackie and Tony and we have been travelling around in our VW campervan. Exploring the UK and getting used to our van and set up. This week we return to Snettisham, a last minute week off work allowed us the freedom to travel to this campsite, and also a other one further round the ciast.All in the company of our dog Bruno!
5 Minute tour of Knotwell Farm in the Peak District. Derbyshire. A weekend in our campervan.
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5 Minute tour of Knotwell Farm in the Peak District. Derbyshire. A weekend in our campervan.
Our trip to Wales in our vw campervan, in all weathers! We stayed at Penally Court campsite.
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Our trip to Wales in our vw campervan, in all weathers! We stayed at Penally Court campsite.
Our trip to Old Brick Kilns Campsite,, Norfolk, & Thursford Spectacular Christmas show.
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Our trip to Old Brick Kilns Campsite,, Norfolk, & Thursford Spectacular Christmas show.
Back on the road in our VW campervan, Staunton Harold Reservoir in Derbyshire.
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Back on the road in our VW campervan, Staunton Harold Reservoir in Derbyshire.
Campervan or Motorhome? Pros and Cons of each.
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Campervan or Motorhome? Pros and Cons of each.
Crazy weather didn't stop our amazing visit to Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door!
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Crazy weather didn't stop our amazing visit to Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door!
Our visit to Tasia Maris Beach and Spa Hotel, Cyprus. A look round the Hotel and room September 2023
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Our visit to Tasia Maris Beach and Spa Hotel, Cyprus. A look round the Hotel and room September 2023
Exciting new additions to our campervan and travel plans!
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Exciting new additions to our campervan and travel plans!
NO camping this week as we fix some issues with our VW T5 campervan, including the heater repair!
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NO camping this week as we fix some issues with our VW T5 campervan, including the heater repair!
The Unforgettable Experience of Popping Our Top at Pebble Bank Campsite
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The Unforgettable Experience of Popping Our Top at Pebble Bank Campsite
Scary Winds and Amazing Scenery: Our Visit to GOLDEN CAP Holiday Park in our campervan.
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Scary Winds and Amazing Scenery: Our Visit to GOLDEN CAP Holiday Park in our campervan.
Shopping for campervan gadgets and food to take on our trip!
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Shopping for campervan gadgets and food to take on our trip!
We have leisure battery problems with our campervan!
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We have leisure battery problems with our campervan!
Hi Jackie and Tony , ye should get small double duvet ,Egyptian cotton covers and pillow cases, some vacuum bags and a 12 volt car vacuum ,thats what I use in my Renault traffic swb camper van, sleep like your in a 5***** hotel.
Bedding wise we use a Duvalay mattress with a quilted bed cover on the bottom then a normal double duvet on top I don’t get on with sleeping bags ! we set the diesel heater to 16*c at night and leave it to do its thing then crank it up in the morning to get washed and dressed. Glad to see Jenson/Jensen settling in ok 👍🏻
@AJ-qn6gd Hi, thanks for your comment, may I ask where put the duvets in the daytime please? We are looking forward to camping again soon 😀
@ we roll up the mattress and duvet and pillows at the door/ tailgate end of the bed then slide the rock and roll bed back trapping the bedding between the back of the seat and the doors so when we need the bed we just pull the bed out and unroll the bedding if that makes sense, we used to put all the bedding in stuff sacks but it’s a faff ! We’ve not been away for two weeks and i,m getting cabin fever !
Mark & Suk Yee first here today :) Great post again. All the best.
@sukyeenorris8538 Thank you do much for watching😍
aw my sweet Jens (he was my dog) i hope he has settled in well ❤️ i miss my sweet boy a lot
@Muffin_Bubs Hi 👋 Jenson says hi too, he's doing really well now, it's a big adjustment for him, but he's being such a good boy and adjusting to our family well. Everyone loves him ❤️ Thanks for subscribing we do try to make weekly/fortnightly videos of our travels x
@ i’m happy he’s loved and doing well. i hope he has fun travelling with you, i miss him lots
Well what a lovely little site,what noise do sheep make Jenson-Baaaaaaaarrrrrrr:) Another lovely post today,your very watchable,with a natural flow & very informative. Look forward to next one,thanks M & S,Dizzy dog too.
Thank you so much for your kind words, that's so nice of you, thanks for watching 👍
Hi Jackie,Tony & Jenson the super dog.My wife & i are thinking about buying a camper.Im not sure if you have done so already,but could you help with any hint's or tips with bedding please?Love watching,thanks Mark , Suk Yee & Daisy border terrier dog xx
Hi guys thanks for watching we don't have much space for bedding really. We have sleeping bags but to be honest they are a bit thin. Last year we just took the quilt off our bed and used that. We are still working on a solution, we are lucky to have a diesel heater as well. If you have a campervan like ours you are a bit limited for space for bulky bedding . Buying our van was the best thing we ever did! Go for it!
@@jackieandtony7108 Hi,thanks for info,we will aim to buy same size van as you,i thought the diesel heater is a must have. Looking forward to going nomad🤣🤣
Hi as a dog owner,i cant help smiling for you both. Lovely post today & its great to see your sub numbers climbing nicely,enjoy xx
Thanks for watching, hopefully jenson will settle in nicely and love camping with us. Fingers crossed!
What a handsome boy Jenson is, he’s lucky to have found such loving pet parents who will take him on adventures. Don’t worry about campsites closing in winter there’s lots of opportunities to wild camp in some beautiful places, we’ve just had a long weekend away staying in Poole, Chesil beach, and the Drove with views of Stonehenge out of our “bedroom” window and only a short walk to the stones themselves, all for the cost of £75 of diesel ! We love going away in the off season as no crowds etc.
Thank you for your kind words, we love camping all year round as well! Not plucked up the courage to wild camp yet though! 😅
@ Give it a go, what’s the worst that can happen ? After all you have added security with you 😜👍🏻🇬🇧
@@AJ-qn6gd thank you, we definitely will😀
Sorry, but this is all wrong. The bottom chamber is filled with diluted (according to product recommendations) blue chemicals with the top flushing chamber diluted with red. You can do whatever you like - liquids, solids, approved paper - the blue chemicals will reduce all to liquid. If you are just using it for liquid why bother with all the chemicals and flushing agent!? This must then be disposed of down a certified Elsan facility (not a common or garden bog). We live on a narrowboat and a camper so we know what the form is!
Hi BillyMarlene, thanks for putting us straight with this. Much appreciated. Living on a boat must be fabulous! We have a friend with a boat and it is so cosy! Thanks for watching
The blue stuff goes in the bottom and the pink stuff goes in the top for flushing 👍🏻a great addition for wild camping when there are no facilities.
Thanks for clarifying that and thanks for watching.
So very sorry. We actually couldn’t take the pain of watching your video at the moment but can imagine the love and warmth of it.
@billymarlene380 hello, thank you for your comments We understand, it's a sad time, we rescued Bruno from a bad start, and we gave him a good life, that's what we have to think. ❤️
RiP Bruno.You will be missed by everyone who knew & loved you & by all of us who followed you here on Mummy & Daddy's channel xx.
@sukyeenorris8538 what a lovely thing to say. Thank you so much.
♥♥♥🙏🙏🙏 - you both gave him the best life.
@Carlallen82 Thank you that's what we try and think about.
People who don't have dogs don't often appreciate the loss. I'm so deeply sorry for you both. Try to focus on the happy memories and that he's pain free in a better place.
@tommo9757 thank you so much for your kind words. We are both devastated. That us what we are thinking. We gave him a great life and freedom hom from pain when it matters.
So sorry for Your loss ❤
@portvalemjb Thank you, it's been a tough week and people are so lovely
A beautiful tribute to a beautiful boy. RIP Bruno.
@AJ-qn6gd Thank you very much, your comment means alot.
Fell your pain
@user-steve Thanks for watching. It's been such a difficult week. We loved so much.
The pubs we visited were: 87 Main Rd, Collyweston, Stamford PE9 3PQ & The Gate Hangs Well, Syston Fosse Way, Leicester LE7 1NH, both have websites if you want to check the latest details.
We always sleep down stairs in our T5, in the winter I pull the top bunk down and pull its mattress forward to cover the access hole when we retire for the night to keep the van warm during the night then in the morning I crank the heater up a bit before lifting the bunk up again to make room to get dressed. For bedding we use a duvalay mattress with a quilted cover over it on the bottom and a duvet on the top, combined with thermal base layers as pyjamas we stay nice and warm in all weathers. We to have the Eberspacher heater and I can honestly say it is probably the single best improvement we’ve made to the van. We always wild camp and have a few places that we stay at regularly when we are local and have always found places to stay when we go further away, the threat of being moved on or having problems seems to me to be exaggerated by UA-camrs looking for dramatic content !
@AJ-qn6gd Hi, what great tips! We prefer sleeping downstairs, it's much cosier, but don't know where we would put all our stuff if we didn't have tent or awning. We have heard alot about these duvalay mattresses, we must investigate. We love how cosy it is in our van. TV on, glass of something nice. Heaven!! We shall also be wild camping I'm sure at some point, life is too short. Thank you for watching and happy travels!
Moved on? You are right, we have had over 600 nights "freecamping" usually away from park4night spots. Asked to move by an OZ women in Ireland from a beach where we had just arrived at lunchtime and parked next to a sign saying no overnight parking. We did'nt plan to stay there anyway - nasty woman. Same happened in Wales, an English women said we can't park opposite her house in an unrestricted area on a wide road, she was nasty with it too. The press love to stir up hatred of us campervan folk, mostly lies of course.
@AJ-qn6gd Thanks for this, great tips. It's good to use the campervan all year round
Lets face it. A pop top is just a tent. I don't have one but 30+ years camping experience suggests to me that it could be bloody cold in one in the winter! Can't beat a diesel heater though 👍😃
@tommo9757 Hi, agreed, yes just a tent really, much better for use in the summer and the extra headroom. I remember on our first camping trip, before the pop top, we emerged, all crumpled from the toasty van in the morning. It was minus 5 and we sat and had a cuppa, there were people sleeping in tents! Made us cold just looking at them! Many thanks for watching 👍
New Subscriber. Loving the videos.
@Carlallen82 Thank you Carl, that's very kind 😊
Should have had a breakfast.
@rossykes4885 We do regret that now, but maybe next time! Thanks for watching😀
Cant beat the smell of the greasy cafe 😂😂😂😂😂
@@Hudsonvanlife I know! It was a killer! Thanks for watching 👍
My other half hates me looking around camping and outdoors shops. I always seem to find stuff I "need"! 😂
@@tommo9757 Hello 👋 I can imagine, Tony likes all the gadgety things and cookers. I like the tent part with all the chairs and furniture.. It's a good store. Thank you for watching!
Anderby Creek is my nearest beach and we used to go as a family every Sunday during the school holidays.
@barbsdee3831 it's beautiful isn't it? Thanks for watching!
Brilliant review of a fantastic campsite, highly recommend Stanton Lakes and thanks to Jackie and Tony for sharing their adventures, looking forward to seeing more of them
Thanks You Anthony for your kind words.
Love anderby creek! My dog used to love that beach! ❤
@ThePplodsvlogs our dog loved it too! He's not keen on the sea but loved the little pools to walk in. Thanks for watching.
Fabulous campsite in Lincolnshire
You humpty, did not mention how to get there, dumm
hiya planning on going on holiday here and wondering if the all inclusive plus is worth it, its an extra £400 which seems alot
@@maisiem2429 hiya, unfortunately we didn't do the inclusive plus, but we met a couple in the pool who said they had, but it didn't make much difference. On the normal one you could not get the premium brands, eg Jack Daniels, but we managed. Also after a certain time the snack bar is not available, but that didn't bother us because we'd had enough food in the day anyway. Might be best to look.at the current small print.👌
Great video. Will be going here with kids towards the end of October after chemo. I hope the food is nice ?
Hi Ashley, yes rhe food is absolutely beautiful, we have not been since this video, but been a few times and its top notch, nice food for all, and great for kids. Thanks for watching. Also there is a Facebook group for the hotel, so you can see the latest from people that go.
how are you gonna receive mails or posts, if you live in a van?
Hi Prashant, I am sorry its such a late reply, it has only just appeared. We do not live in the van at the moment, but people who do tend to have a c/o address or you can have things delivered to mailboxes. I think if we did we would get things sent to a family member. Thank you for watching.
Hi guys. Lovely spot the golden cap. Was the pub on the beach not open The Anchor.
Hi Russell, thanks for the comment, it was a lovely location. Yes it was open, we had a cider there overlooking the sea, it was very busy and they looked like they did nice food too.
Happy new year, all the very best to you both 👍💫🐾 x
Thank you, and to you! Looking forward to the spring to get back on the road 😀
Agree with pretty much all of your points raised we have had the same dilemma and have decided to stay with our T5 for a couple of years, may well change that if my mobility declines with age lol ! Have you thought about a trailer for longer trips ? That would give you extra storage, more water,power station/generator, fishing rods 😜 etc.
Hello I'm so sorry we didn't reply! This comment has only just appeared for us! A trailer is a good idea 💡. Thanks fir watching.
Thanks for the video are you going to the NEC PAUL😎👍
Hi Paul believe it or not we are meant to be camping with our granddaughter in Matlock, it's all booked but we currently have Storm Babet! 🙈 Looks good though, are you going?
Campervan for ease of going out for day parking around our way is not got all car parks have height barriers
Hii Steve, thanks watching and your comment, yes campervans are perfect for day trips 👍
New subscriber! Brilliant video!
Thank you so much Betty the Campervan, glad you like it! Thanks for watching and subscribing ❤
Wow, Jackie looks amazing, keep it up guys great vid x
Thank you so much for watching and commenting! Glad you like it 😂
@@jackieandtony7108 😋🤣🤣
@@walkercolin3641 Thanks so muchl for watching 👌
The kitchen unit is smart love the colours 👍🐾💫
Thank you so much! Tony had to cut the drawers down but it was cheaper than the proper unit. Thanks for watching and commenting!❤
Beautiful part of our country have been there several times when we’re in the area, Corfe Castle is worth a visit if you’re down that way again 👍🏻🇬🇧
Hi AJ, thanks for watching, yes it really is lovely down there and we do hope to return. On our last night we stayed on a farm in a place called Wool, such lovely people. We will check that out. Thanks agaIn for watching 👌
Looks lovely d
Thanks Kelly . thanks for watching it's a lovely place 😀
Like the vids guys 👍🏻
Thanks Mick, How's your travelling going in your beautiful van? 😍
@@jackieandtony7108 Not too bad Guys, just on my way back from Calpe to Alicante, we’ve come for a bit of sun. Just had a bit of work done on van, will have to meet up again at sea view 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@@mickfortune3844Oh very nice! We have just come back from Cyprus! Back to reality now 🌞 Yes we would love that, have to plan well in advance though because of Tony's job👌
Looks lovely but not dog friendly so while we have them we will continue to use the motorhome and see more of the uk..... as you said if the weather is good then the uk can be brilliant... and if it rains,, we just have to put our raincoats on.....😊
Oh yes I understand, we just wanted something special for Tony's big birthday 🎂 as if you'd need a raincoat camping in the UK 🤣🤣
Congrats on your grandson.... have you considered waleswood near Sheffield... it is just at the side of rothervalley country park... great walks, dog friendly. There are loads of you tube videos on it.. they do full service pitches, or ehu. . check it out.
Thanks do much for that , we hadn't heard of it before, we will check it out! 👍
Quite right! We like our Caravan holidays, but we like a going on Cruise in the sun now and again also 👍
Ooh yes, we love the sun! We looked at cruises and chickened out! So what would you recommend as cruise newbies? 🤔
@@jackieandtony7108 Marella cruises the price includes the flights and coach transfer to the ship.
Ahh thanks, is everything free on the ship?
Flipping eck I can’t keep up with you two 😂🤗😎have a lovely time 👍🐾💫
Ha ha! Yes Tony's got a big birthday coming soon so we thought we'd treat ourselves! Soon be back to normal and freezing our bits off in the campervan! Thanks for watching and commenting👍
@@jackieandtony7108 all the best tony mate I wish was having my 40th 🤗🐾💫
@@mapstheway9763 I wish!🤣
Congratulations 🎉🐾💫
Thank you so much, we dint have any boys in our family, so it's really great! 👌
Congrats 🍼
Thank you so much, seemed like a long wait! Thanks for watching 👍
We have a T5 and rarely use the sink as it’s a faff getting the waste water tank out to empty it so we have bought a bowl that is a good fit in the sink and we wash up in that then remove it and Chuck the water. We’ve had our T5 just over a year now and use it pretty mush every weekend plus odd weeks away and have only spent two nights on a campsite, wild camping is the way to go 👍🏻🇬🇧
HI 👋 Thanks for watching and appreciate your comment! Good idea about the bowl 👍yeah it is a faff with those bottles and pipes. We really hope to be able to do go away every other weekend or so. How do you know where to wildcamp?
@@jackieandtony7108 my partner has a couple of apps on her phone , one is park for the night and the other is Brit stops (I think that’s right) sometimes we just wing it and find somewhere where we think we’ll be alright not had any bother so far and never been moved on, stayed in some lovely places and nearly always free 👍🏻🇬🇧
@@AJ-qn6gd Thanks for that we will have a look👍