Finding Off Grid Campervan & Van Life Park Ups | Top Tips, Need to Knows & Best Apps

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  • Опубліковано 27 січ 2025

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  • @nicroams
    @nicroams  3 роки тому

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  • @martianleaderrichy1520
    @martianleaderrichy1520 3 роки тому +2

    Reminder set 👍 Perfect timing as I break up @ 17:30 on 27th for 2 weeks holidays, probably north Scotland 😁

  • @redhouse9
    @redhouse9 3 роки тому +1

    Dont forget "Search for Sites" Its not just for organised sites, it is great for park ups and pub stopovers. Its been invaluable in the uk and across europe. This in no ways puts down the other apps mentioned but the more the merrier right? :)

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      Amazing, thank you for sharing this! I will take a look at it now and so sorry I've taken so long to get back to you 😁

  • @stephenhockley
    @stephenhockley 3 роки тому +1

    I start vanlife in a week or two. Pumped!

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      Yayy, so excited for you! I hope you have the best time ever 🚐🤟🏼

  • @peggyandthegreenfamily5469
    @peggyandthegreenfamily5469 3 роки тому

    Wow a very nice vlog this will help a lot of people new or old to van life. best wishes Ken

  • @raymondporter2094
    @raymondporter2094 3 роки тому +2

    Watching this in an awning outside my caravan in a farmer's field which offers only a tap for drinking water and an Elsan point (to empty your chemical loo cassette). The surprise is that I have reception on my phone to watch you on UA-cam. Yay....!
    Enjoying your blogs.

    • @raymondporter2094
      @raymondporter2094 3 роки тому +1

      £8 a night for me and my wife. Value.

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Aww sounds bliss! Hope you're having an awesome time and yes what a bargain! 🤗

  • @northy9411
    @northy9411 3 роки тому +2

    Fantastic Vid Nic!! Really useful can't wait for more!!

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you as always! Was so cool meeting you this weekend 🥳

    • @northy9411
      @northy9411 3 роки тому +1

      @@nicroams you too Nic was fantastic really enjoyed it!!🥳

  • @OurWildHorizons-JakeAdv
    @OurWildHorizons-JakeAdv 3 роки тому +1

    SO GOOD! Wish this video was around when I first started van life! Lots of really good tips :)

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Thank you guys! Sorry for the slow reply, I've been busy hanging out with you and going to shows haha 😂

  • @kurtglencastle547
    @kurtglencastle547 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for answering my question Nic🥳🥳

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      Hope I helped with the answer 🤗

  • @SilvertopMotorhomers
    @SilvertopMotorhomers 3 роки тому +2

    Hi Nic. Awesome video. Super charged and helpful. Love your style and energy
    All the best Mal, Dave and Sally the Lab aka The SilvertopMotorhomers x

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Aww thank you guys! Hope it helps! 🤗

  • @tonywalker8519
    @tonywalker8519 3 роки тому +1

    An excellent job Nic!

  • @chrispage9835
    @chrispage9835 3 роки тому +3

    What a brilliant video Nic and so well timed for myself with getting ready to start out. Already eagerly awaiting your next instalment.

    • @petergallagher9327
      @petergallagher9327 3 роки тому +1

      Same as above :)

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Aww wicked, so glad this landed at the right time for you both! Hope you have the best time on the road 🤗

  • @paulcomptonpdphotography
    @paulcomptonpdphotography 3 роки тому +1

    Well done well said

  • @daveeager5953
    @daveeager5953 3 роки тому +1

    Onyx the magic dog 2:50 haha 🤣

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Haha he performed the vanishing act multiple times! If you were lucky enough you can hear him snoring through out too! What a way to big up my new series 😂

    • @daveeager5953
      @daveeager5953 3 роки тому

      @@nicroams I did notice it a couple of times throughout 🤣 and also heard the snoring! He's a proper character 👌🏻

  • @john3Lee
    @john3Lee 3 роки тому +2

    Lots of great advice !!

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you!!! 🤗

  • @celtixgaming4148
    @celtixgaming4148 3 роки тому +1

    Super helpful this is a brilliant idea for a series as I am just starting out and need all the help I can get 😂😂

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Thank you! I am really hoping this helps people start their journey much smoother than mine haha 😁

  • @pipwestaway5614
    @pipwestaway5614 3 роки тому +1

    Great vlog thanks Nic! Really helpful and informative 😊 👍

  • @ForestRossi23
    @ForestRossi23 3 роки тому +2

    Spot on!! Thanks for the videos 👍🤙

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! Enjoy finding your own park ups 🤗

  • @flapsfalkland5181
    @flapsfalkland5181 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent! Me n Betty took notes 👍

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you!! Sorry for the slow reply tehe

    • @flapsfalkland5181
      @flapsfalkland5181 3 роки тому

      @@nicroams lol no worries! i know how busy you are 👍👍 i appreciate any reply💕

  • @WhipperdeetsAdventures
    @WhipperdeetsAdventures 3 роки тому +2

    Amazing video Nic :) I only use park for night and google I didn’t know about the others :) looking forward to your next vlog 🤗😊

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      Ioverlander is worth looking at, it is just a bit scarce for park ups in the UK in my opinion 🤗

    • @WhipperdeetsAdventures
      @WhipperdeetsAdventures 3 роки тому

      @@nicroams yeah I totally agree will have to look this up :) 🤗

  • @brandonjohnson5995
    @brandonjohnson5995 3 роки тому +1

    Keep up the good work, your van life seems pretty awesome.

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Thank you Brandon!

  • @PieSwagoras
    @PieSwagoras 3 роки тому +1

    I'd also add make sure you know the Highway Code for where to park legally! No one wants to park in what they think is a layby and it's a passing place for example. Always handy to know your rights and Outdoor Access Codes etc :D

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Absolutely, thank you for noting this 🥰

  • @branchsnapper2228
    @branchsnapper2228 3 роки тому +1

    What do you guys make of the upcoming van dwelling laws in the UK?

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      I think they are stupid 😆

  • @paulfrisby4424
    @paulfrisby4424 3 роки тому +1

    Se.good advice there Nik. Especially regarding Google maps

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      It's definitely the top app for finding yourself off grid park ups yet to be discovered 🤗

  • @lizstone747
    @lizstone747 3 роки тому +1

    Very helpful tips, thank you 😊

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Aww glad they will come in handy! Enjoy finding your own park ups 🤗

  • @anthonywarburton8114
    @anthonywarburton8114 3 роки тому +1

    Hi nic I love looking at your videos from Dublin Ireland

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Hello! That's so awesome, have a wicked day!

  • @saudade2745
    @saudade2745 3 роки тому +1

    Well you made it out alive so that's good considering the places you found.

  • @davesilvey4796
    @davesilvey4796 3 роки тому +1

    cheers for that nic..very helpfull and great vlog..you take care now and catch you on your next adventure..dave L,pool

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      So happy it will come in handy 🤗 have a lovely evening

  • @martianleaderrichy1520
    @martianleaderrichy1520 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you Nic, Sam and Onyx 😁 👍

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Thanks for joining the live chat 🤗

  • @seantaylor6123
    @seantaylor6123 3 роки тому

    Great conents Nic thanks
    I'm sure you would of gotten under that barrier keep up the great work looking to more Vlogs
    Cheers Sean. LIVERPOOL

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      I think I could have if Sam was there to watch as I drove under. In the video I didn't show very clearly but I do have solar on top of my roof rack at the back so the clearance would have been about an inch, so any lump or bump in the track could have knocked it 😄

    • @seantaylor6123
      @seantaylor6123 3 роки тому +1

      @@nicroams lol I get you I have solar on mine and taller the your I have to be careful you trusted your instant lol enjoy hun looking forward to more stay safe.

  • @gregm8941
    @gregm8941 3 роки тому +1

    Curious, why do they say Park Up in England? Why don't you just park?😊

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Haha not really sure how to answer that. A park up is a place to pull over. If we said park, that would be a recreational field. I think that's the best I can do at explaining the difference for us here 😂

  • @andrewfox7861
    @andrewfox7861 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant ,thanks ,only last night I was driving back to Plymouth from lizard point in Cornwall and ended up A30 layby instead of my intended breakfast beauty spot ,will do the Google maps thing ,great advice thanks 👍

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      Aww nice, hope you enjoyed Lizard Point and hope the tips work out for you 🤗🤗

    • @andrewfox7861
      @andrewfox7861 3 роки тому +1

      @@nicroams thanks :-)

  • @bunnielynn777
    @bunnielynn777 3 роки тому +1

    Great broadcast, very informative for van dwellers! God bless 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you!!! 🤗

  • @firsttrade4029
    @firsttrade4029 3 роки тому +1

    Hey nic, When's ur next video? I hope ur not letting this daft new proposed van life law get to u. Don't let it... Keep going, keep living ur life, its OUR world. Not theirs to dictate! 👍

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому

      Haha nope, no way! I took Sunday off to complete the new van build. Back to normal as of tomorrow 🤗

  • @CbRoXiDe
    @CbRoXiDe 3 роки тому +2

    The quieter the better...
    So no one can hear the screams 😈

  • @smattgoss
    @smattgoss 3 роки тому

    You would of got under that easy

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      I don't think I showed it very clearly, but my solar is at the back, on top of the roof rack so there would have been an inch clearance max. Any bump in the track would have knocked the solar on the barrier. When I travel with Sam one of us can spot the other as we go through but I wouldn't risk it on my own 🤗

  • @zxrenew5642
    @zxrenew5642 3 роки тому +1

    Parking in a passing point. FFS.

    • @nicroams
      @nicroams  3 роки тому +1

      That's actually a good tip that I missed! Not to park in passing places 😄