Narrow Boat or Camper Van.

[Justadreamer]

I’m just wondering there seems to be an influx of people who are living on Narrow Boats, or Camper Vans/ Motor Homes. I always wonder if it’s actually achievable, or is it just something for social media. I would like to try it. It’s whether it lends itself to the job I have which is an Electrical Engineer.

[marcella]

Of course it's achievable, it's just down to the individual as to whether it fit's your lifestyle or not.

I've know a couple people that have lived in a campervan for a couple years to save up money for a house deposit. I guess with the cost of living etc, it is potentially more of an option now to many than ever before.

I looked into tiny houses before, but unless you can get land cheap then it didn't seem worth it to me.

[croyde]

I always wonder how you get the van insured if it's your actual home?

[Shooter McGavin]

croyde said:

I always wonder how you get the van insured if it's your actual home?

Most use someone else's address as their registered address. Bank statements/phone contracts etc.

[Shooter McGavin]

Vanlife is discussed in great detail here: https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...

For every #Vanlife person "living their best life" as a digital nomad on Instagram I am sure there are probably ten more touring the industrial estates of Kettering and the like to find somewhere to park up for the night and crapping in a bin bag.

I'm sure it can be an inspiring lifestyle choice for a temporary period and helps younger people navigate the horrific cost of housing but it's not without its drawbacks and shouldn't really be considered to be a permanent option.

There's a significant number of Vanlifers in Bristol, which has led to various issues as reported here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c62vxr0vky5o

[croyde]

There's one parked in a rare free carpark near me. It's not moved in years and the windscreen and windows are covered from the inside.

I see it almost everyday as I walk past except 2 days ago there was a chap sitting on a camp chair out in the street with his feet propped up on the open door step.

Maybe he'd come to visit it to get it ready for a trip, or it's actually his home.

I was tempted to ask and have a chat but didn't want him to think that I was a NIMBY.