I'm Leaving My House To Live Full Time in My Tiny Van - UK Van Life

As my landlords have decided to increase my rent again and all my other bills continue to rise I've decided to bite the bullet and attempt to live full time in my tiny van!
Am I mad? Only time will tell.
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[@bythecurb]

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[@dannylee6875]

Shame our country is that messed up that honest hardworking people can’t afford to live anymore. You seem a great dad btw

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, I can afford to live but I just want a better quality of life! 😀

[@djokovic1747]

@@bythecurb Get a gym membership at a local leisure centre💪probably £250 for the year.. be able to relax, sauna, steamroom, jacuzzi and showers.

[@T1tusCr0w]

@@djokovic1747 that’s good advice.

[@daftdigital]

Yet we run to the polls to vote tory every time.

[@user-vp6cq4sv3d]

@@T1tusCr0w It's not. You can get free gym by applying for the restart scheme. Pay absolutely nothing. Also a gym is a public place. It's just pervert bait now.

[@rodneystanden7342]

Good on you! Here's some suggestions. Take or leave. 1 keep your van LIGHT. As in weight. 2 Insulate as much as you can (afford). 3 Don't think big is better. It is not in so many ways (costs). 4 It's somewhere to kip and eat. Keep it simple. 5 Allow time to adjust and make GRADUAL improvements. 6 Finally, laugh, yes laugh at the savings DAILY that you will be making and laugh at the rest of us as you BANK your earnings and remove the financial anvils hanging over our heads. Good luck to you. Keep safe and thoroughly enjoy living for yourself for a change. ROD UK

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Rod, that's an absolutely brilliant comment. I'm pinning it 👍🙂

[@apollolang3399]

Good for you best of luck

[@lewisdean22]

Well done best of luck.♥️🇳🇵

[@victoriagoodier8209]

Great tips.

[@Iresaoirse]

Great advice!!! Makes a change for KZbin comment section.

[@tonyblake642]

Hi, a word of advice from someone that has lived van life since before there was KZbin. If you have friends they will offer you a bed, don't accept. Look for cheap deals to stay in a hotel or B&B some or all week ends. Charge what you can every chance you get. Orthopaedic memory foam mattress is the best thing to sleep on. Don't go spending on loads of things as chances are most you will not need. Hope it goes well, you should be able to save a fortune.

[@bythecurb]

Thanks for the advice, most of my friends don't even know what I'm doing yet! 😂

[@joline2730]

@@bythecurb Well I don't recommend a foam matress - had one and once it had moulded to my body and form, it was hard as nails and difficult to change position. Just get cheap foam, test the life first 'on the cheap' otherwise you will regret the money you have spent. You can always buy better stuff once you know you like thw life ... 👍👍 good luvck 💟

[@TiredOfAllOfThis]

Good advice. I have pretty much left my friends behind after I retired from work. Easier as I don’t want to explain myself… not in a great place mentally but my circumstances meant that I could not afford to rent somewhere , so VanLife it is for me. 6 months on, it’s not easy but it is doable. Best wishes. Maybe see you on the road.

[@jasonantigua6825]

@@joline2730 You need to spend decent money on a good mattress! Don’t be a tight Arrsse

[@tonyblake642]

@@joline2730 I bought the latest one from Ebay as shop soiled for £20 cover was grubby which washed fine. Like most products it depends, my Bluetti for instance is playing up after four months.

[@calebvanderwolf1777]

Well done. Seven months ago I had enough of neighbours, noise, people, I have severe PTSD, so I struggle, so I packed in my little flat and went to live in a tent on the side of a mountain in Wales. The winter has been hard, looking at the frozen droplets on the inside of my tent, in the torchlight they sparkle like stars. Hard yes I'm 63, but very satisfying very calming.

[@bythecurb]

That sounds amazing. What a story!

[@judithgittins4625]

How old is James the curb

[@MichaelSmith-yr8rb]

Its time to starr a basic income in the uk as prof guy standing recommends so ppl can all live their dreams Best wishes in your journeys

[@davewordsworth1251]

Wow. Sounds like an escape, well done.

[@johngarethjenkins]

Sold my flat last year, ridiculous management charges, ground rent poll tax and heating costs. It made me look at my situation. Bought a caravan and living cheaply and happily! Best wishes for your future mate

[@kat7777]

Is that sited or tow?

[@jfluffydog2110]

Poll tax? You must be old.

[@bobbyball1057]

How is life for you these days?

[@Globetrotter-1]

I've lived full-time in my car for the past 3-years, including throughout the coldest of winters. No heating or fires. Exploring the wilds and being a part of nature is in my blood. I love it.

[@bythecurb]

Wow, that's great, you must have some good stories.

[@Globetrotter-1]

@@bythecurb Plenty of real-life stories! 😉 Life is for living!

[@tTantPisForFrance]

What do you do for money?

[@OggyGTA]

@@tTantPisForFrance million dollar question. You either have to have a job that can accommodate this lifestyle, or be retired with a pension. You still need money,just not so much.

[@craigmurgatroyd5633]

Isn't that being called homeless?

[@Bull_sheet_Bob]

Many people feel exactly the same. The cost of living is going beyond ridiculous and people don't realise what is going on. Good luck on your journey.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you!

[@billybutlin7857]

People do realise what's going on, billions of pounds are being spent on bombs and bullets to maim folk in Ukraine, for a start. In Leeds the council have yet again put up tax, spending extra millions on housing ILLEGAL immigrants on orders from the government. Don't get me started on net zero polices, but yes, we know what's going on! As yet there's nothing we can do about it.

[@noeldunford4955]

I know what's going on it's them at the top creaming the cystem and still want more to live in there castles

[@noeldunford4955]

@Anne Woodward another one out of touch sorry you must need more money than me

[@noeldunford4955]

@Anne Woodward obviously you have no morels then IV done jobs that a lot would not do freezing cold in rain mud up to my eye balls soaking wet yes grave diging 11 years in a minuse 28 cold store plus carrying 30 tones a shift on my own and push bike to and from work in all weathers and for crap money and no doubt you can't say the same

[@MysticShiv3r]

You're extremely brave. I admire your courage to up sticks and do this. There is something seriously wrong with the UK and has been a long time coming. Good luck on your journey of self discovery.

[@darrincambridge2377]

On my 3rd van never been happier and kids love adventures 😁

[@bythecurb]

Absolutely!

[@janetgregory6060]

I sold my house and brought a narrowboat. I live in a marina works out for mooring, electric, water, coal and rubbish collection about £120 pw. No council tax. Debt free is enlightening. Good luck x

[@bythecurb]

Sounds lovely!

[@davidfoster9890]

I'm retired. Found myself single again aged 62. Got a camper, converted to carry a motorbike & went off to Spain & France. Did it full time for 3 years. Came back to UK at start of covid. Ended up buying a caravan, sited it in a family garden.I Setting off to tour in van, to Europe in March for 90 days. Heading for the sun & biking roads, can't wait. Good luck to you - it's amazing how little room we need!

[@bythecurb]

Mate, you're living the dream (my dream 😊)

[@icelolly4277]

You can do this and there's nothing wrong with it and nor is there any shame in it. You've got to do what you've got to do. Just be positive and treat it as an adventure. Who says everyone has to live exactly the same and have the exact same life day in, day out. Good luck!

[@bythecurb]

My thoughts exactly

[@delvida5592]

Wishing you all the best! I grew up in W.Yorks & some of my best memories are of my Dad getting a REALLY old van, painting it bright yellow (it was the 70's!) and taking us all over the place. We slept like sardines in the back, got moved on a few times in the night, ate horrible tinned food on a tiny camp stove & it was bloody brilliant!

[@bythecurb]

Amazing memories

[@pauladamson8684]

I’ve just stumbled across this, fair play to you. The UK is a nightmare now. Good luck to you - love your life x

[@mhairimushroom5601]

12 years of a Tory government.

[@whisthpo]

The number of people thinking of doing the same thing as you James is growing day by day!

[@bythecurb]

There are so many of us!!

[@coffee6783]

Van life is finally catching on in the UK although it's not that easy in England with all the restrictions on parking, etc. - it's easier in Scotland.

[@DjNikGnashers]

Well done mate, I often thought about doing this, saying bollocks to the council, government, and slave labour rat race modern life. I'm married but my wife doesn't share the same view. If I was single, I'd have done what you are doing years ago. Good for you mate !

[@bythecurb]

Thanks mate, maybe try and talk her round slowly, start going on weekends away first. We love it and save a fortune on hotel rooms

[@charlotteb6898]

Wife's don't seem to get same pressure everyone else does.

[@muckle8]

@charlotte. Women never wanna rough it a bit , they can never see the bigger picture sadly!

[@salvatorejack6894]

Get rid of her she’s holding you back.

[@sarahmc8309]

DMn I’m the opposite and my partner won’t do it and ants the slave life yet moans how much money he has to save for a house 🏡 😂😂😂

[@matthewappleby1651]

Full respect. Quite simply. You’ve summarised the dire and corrupt system. Best of luck.

[@rattler9uk]

I’ve recently bought a motorhome and now live full time in! Can get lonely sometimes but I go on loads of holidays now and don’t regret it at all.

[@londonEnglishVideos]

Good luck with this, I think a lot of folk are thinking of doing something like this. One piece of advice I heard from another KZbinr (who was homeless) was to get a discount monthly pass at a gym - generally you can spend hours in there (great for bad weather), use the shower facilities, chat with others etc.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you! I've got a gym pass already so will be going on most days 🙂

[@PRESTIGEANDCLASSIC]

I can't believe how much people are paying in rent and bills! I lived in my car in a unit that I worked from years ago, I was in there for a year, and I slept in the back of a BMW E30 coupe, it was pretty hard going. Although your van is small it looks pretty well sorted, I think your going to be absolutely fine, spring is almost hear! I'm converting a old VW T25 to live in. The realisation that I can't afford a house or flat was liberating and helped me to focus on what I could do, rather than what I couldn't. My background is cars/ classic cars so I'm hoping to make my van epic! Happy to have found your channel, good luck 😉

[@bythecurb]

Thank you for your support. It must have been hard sleeping in the back of a coupe!!

[@thewarriorsway9168]

I think this is the future for many people in the UK. I'll be joining you in the van life very soon.

[@craigaskew9115]

So many things you said ring true for me too. I've given notice on my flat and bought an old motorhome. Moving into it full time in August. Had to borrow money to do it, but I reckon I'll have that paid off in a little over a year. My family know my adventurous spirit and they've been very supportive. Your videos do help too. Thanks mate.

[@bythecurb]

Good luck mate, van life is the best decision I've ever made

[@craigaskew9115]

@@bythecurb thanks mate. I'm looking forward to it very much

[@sweetdeals7900]

@@craigaskew9115 r did you move into your van mate? If so how is it?

[@pamelamckenzie2685]

I understand I been renting since 1995 and all landlords been crap my home always clean and well looked after rents going up all over the world and landlord dont do repairs there no one for us to support us in rented. Good on you with your van and may you enjoy every day. Love the video

[@alandavies1054]

New viewer here…good luck with your new living situation. I’m with you 100% on the costs just to survive in the UK at the moment…it’s crazy and won’t get any easier any time soon. Me and my wife hope to retire in a few years…we will be in our early 60’s and I’m trying to persuade her to sell up and buy a decent motor home…then we can spend the UK winters somewhere warmer and see some of Europe before we’re too old. I’ve subbed and good luck 👍🇬🇧

[@bythecurb]

Thanks for the sub, I know there are lots of people who now spend the winter months in the south of France or Spain. Sounds like a great idea to me 😎

[@pennyworth1]

I lived in my car for three months looking back I loved it some nights were tough very cold but you get through it am going to do it full time soon my life is crap living in a damp flat on my own it's no life hope it works out for you take care jpt

[@colinhughes916]

Good luck mate - your a decent bloke - the cost of life is so hard You have a good outlook on life Stay happy 😊

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Colin

[@youtubian010]

I converted my lwb sprinter into a campervan. Shower, kitchen, toilet, bed, u-shaped couch. They can definitely be very comfy and luxurious living. If your single or in a couple it can be a very comfortable way of living as long as you make a few changes to your way of living.

[@bythecurb]

I'd love a bigger van

[@Broomhandle273]

I saw the writing on the wall during lockdown me and the missus live in a 22 metre bus, even got a bath inside. Fuck houses good luck to you live the van life

[@bythecurb]

That sounds amazing!

[@Broomhandle273]

@@bythecurb Have a look at old buses I paid about £5k no one want them once they’ve done their service life (20years) regularly serviced, everyone goes for the ford sprinter and that’s why there so expensive

[@CJMVector321190]

The adventures with your daughter in that van. Will be worth far more than anything money can buy. Children don’t judge they just want fun and adventure.

[@andrewmichael9154]

My site agent who is in his late 40 lives in his Mercedes sprinter. He's kitted it out with solar panels etc and even has a small log burner in it. He loves the freedom and says he's never been happier

[@phoenixsparrow3757]

Love the honesty of your situation, youre not alone mate. Hope you enjoy the situation and stay positive!

[@bythecurb]

Thanks 😀

[@maartjetrap905]

Respect. Only proper answer is to completely break free.

[@seanmcelhatton9368]

RESPECT, You are doing what a lot of people are scared to do, giving two fingers up to the system, the memories you and your daughter will make in that van will be priceless, I wish you all the very best good luck.

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Sean

[@mikesheehan9041]

Get a gym membership for a nationwide gym, get one for about 30 a month. Most of em are open till very late and it gives you access to showers and hot water etc.

[@margaretnicol3423]

I wish you the very best of luck. It's amazing how much easier life is when you realize you don't need all that ''stuff'' that ties you down.

[@bythecurb]

So true!

[@manoffaithministry]

Same here in Australia. Landlords, agents have got greedy which is forcing more people onto the streets as homeless. I work weekly with these homeless in my town and the numbers are growing fast. The world is getting greedy and too much concentrate on self instead of others. God bless you and your kids🙏🏼✝️

[@monikawojciechowska8964]

So the cost of everything increases (including mortgage rates) so everyone increases their prices but only landlords are labelled as greedy 🤦🏼‍♀️ people are clueless

[@manoffaithministry]

@@monikawojciechowska8964 and agents. Rent increases of $120-$140 PER WEEK in a single increment are not justified regardless of the economy. I feel for the landlords and agents but many of them are increasing rent solely in order to continue their lifestyles so as not to have to tighten the belt like everyone else, but at the ruin of their tenents. This is happening so much in Qld. Tenants are not personal cash cows for landlords who dont want to change their lifestyle one iota.

[@monikawojciechowska8964]

@@manoffaithministry people won't rent out their house just to barely get by. What's the point? You do it to make money, it's a business and they take all the risk (like damage) and hidden expenses (such as cost of repair and taxes) people don't think about. People get furious at landlords because they make a living through passive income instead of being a brokie like everyone else.

[@1Jason]

@@monikawojciechowska8964 It's not fair to blame landlords. I have a rental property. It runs at a loss during the year, so I usually get a few grand back at tax time. It is certainly not making me a wealthy man. Recently, I had tenants who put holes in walls and doors all over the house. They smashed the glass in the kitchen sliding door and even pulled up floorboards.

[@cryptidhunter9901]

It is not merely greed but part of a world wide agenda. The freemasons are deliberately trying to destroy and wipe out a huge chunk of humanity. The land lords are almost all freemasons also, and have been told by their higher ups to do this.

[@thestreets5206]

It's my fourth week living in a campervan... loving every minute, wished I had of done it sooner . My outgoings will drop by £1200 per month ...

[@bythecurb]

Brilliant, glad it's going well

[@kimlec3592]

You're very financially responsible. This is a good option if you can do it. Life isn't all about showing off how rich you are. Wishing you many safe & enjoyable adventures...live life while you can !

[@mandyjane1234]

It wont be a complete disaster, you'll have ups and downs like any other life style. The adventures you have will your kids will stay with them forever. I think the van looks great and I wish you all the very best !!

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Mandy

[@amymadden4631]

It's so great that you are taking this step, it is a dream for a lot of us to escape the rent trap. Personally, I am very tired of spending so much just to live indoors in the city (Chicago), it's exhausting. So I watch van life videos and imagine finding a different way. Hoping this works out for you, it will be an adventure either way. Your little girl is so beautiful! Looking forward to seeing how it goes!

[@bythecurb]

Thank you Amy, I can't wait to have lots of adventures

[@markb1487]

As a father of 4 children,,time absolutely does fly...I can remember doings things with them all...And now they are grown up,,they have their own lives..I don't see them much as I would like now.. Take every chance,every opportunity.. Absolutely fantastic video..On a humble human level..💯👍💯

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Mark, I appreciate the comment

[@ninjawheelies]

Good luck fella 👍 i did it 3 years ago this march and sold the property i lived in and never looked back . Only one tip comfortable bed and diesel heater in you van .the diesel heater best £100 you will spend in your lifetime . Makes a steel box warm and toasty . Im 54 and save a fortune and dont worry about increasing bills and stuff .

[@bythecurb]

Thanks 👍

[@nan3271]

I congratulate you on your intuition, courage, critical thinking, sense of humour and thank you for a great little watch. You'll go far. ❤🤣

[@jackieandtony7108]

We completely understand this, we work so hard, and llong hours just to sleep in a brick building! We haven't been brave enough to do it YET so our first step was to get a pre-loved camper and try it out at weekends. So far so good, we love it and can't wait for the better weather. Wishing you all rhe luck in rhe world, we only live once so just do what makes you happy 😊

[@CatAndDogTips]

Thank you for sharing your story brother. All the best to you, your girlfriend and your daughter. Decent people doing their best and many people understand you x

[@bythecurb]

Thank you. I appreciate your comment 🙂

[@Johno143]

Anything done with your children's best interests at heart is always the best decision. Well done mate 👍

[@bythecurb]

Couldn't agree more

[@Ellis_B]

Yes well said Paul

[@bertiewooster3326]

My experienced tips......Save all your previous rent money....use supermarket toilets etc for dumping...find a number of safe locations ...rotate regularly...watch out for car park cameras that can fine you...... Keep low profile...get a friend for mail address .

[@SianRussell]

I don't blame you one bit, we dont live in our van but we love it & spend as much time as possible out & about in it. It brings out the best in us as a couple. Btw ours is an ambulance we bought on ebay & converted ourselves didnt cost much at all

[@ahoyleisure]

Easy James. Loving the videos. Me and Katie have found campervan people the most welcoming and friendly. We’ve just got started too producing regular youtube videos after watching other van lifers for years. feel hopeless at the moment but you are smashing it. We have a bigger van but 4 bloody dogs so just as little room. We live in Stockport so not too far away. Keep it up guys.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, I bet it's a tight squeeze with the dogs!!

[@ahoyleisure]

@@bythecurb we throw them outside at night. Keeps those people faggin outside the pub away. 🤣

[@josephdigiovanna]

I’ve had a very similar situation as yours and that’s why my wife and I decided to move out and live in a mobile home. Now we have more than double the space and we’re paying almost half the price. I like your videos, take care 😊

[@bythecurb]

Great isn't it?

[@Itisfinished.]

Maximum respect, hope everything goes well for you.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you

[@x.s.bleeding7780]

I feel this Guys Logic. It's A Sad Happy Feeling. Best of Luck on your Journey ✌

[@justinroantree6703]

Good for you. Will be a big change but you will adopt. Hope all goes well.

[@TheBlueOwl21]

What a great move ! I did the same thing five years ago and it’s the best thing that I have done. Living in a house is a permanent ridiculous drain on the finances, I wouldn’t go back to bricks and mortar 👍

[@perculiar_daughter]

Hi James, I can't wait to see how you get on in your new adventure. I've been fascinated by "van life" videos for the past few months, and it seems people can make a good go of it. You're right not to let councils and landlords fleece you, and at the end of the day you will create some real memories with your daughter and that's priceless. Good luck 👍

[@bythecurb]

Thank you 🙂

[@hereweare9096]

Makes sense!! Hope it works out for you. The cost of living is crazy.. here in Australia as well. The Adventuring life awaits!! Looking forward to seeing how it all goes..

[@bythecurb]

Thank you!

[@2msvalkyrie529]

At least in Oz you get nice sunny weather !!

[@StarsManny]

I went to see a house to rent recently. I told the agent I wanted it. They phoned back the next day to say that three other people also said they wanted it, and the four of us had to bid against each other to see who was willing to pay the most.

[@bythecurb]

That's ridiculous

[@emmaj1951]

Just wow!!! Love your reasons, it will be absolutely worth it all the way 🌈

[@bythecurb]

I hope so!

[@pebbles8022]

You do van life your way ! Too many people judge what van life should be.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, that's a good point 🙂

[@AmandaP77IOW]

All the best to you. Ive wanted to do this for years but being a woman on my own Ive not made the leap. I think it will be great for you and your family u will have some great adventures and save money. Ill be watching the journey. Dont listen to the naysayers 😃🙏

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Amanda, it must be quite daunting as a single woman. There are lots who do it though, and some with channels on here.

[@onlyme8117]

Amanda, this is a serious question. Where do you park up over night and feel safe?

[@robdrew2745]

@@onlyme8117 nowhere is safe anymore, its more a question of where you feel comfortable,! ONE LIFE LIVE IT!!

[@markandrew8461]

I think you are 100% doing the right thing! I have often thought about living in a van myself. No council tax / rent, etc.

[@bythecurb]

Thank mate

[@JBCreatesUK]

Weve been on the road for over 2 years with our two children, best thing we ever did. Go get it

[@jeffrybradwell9589]

Hi thank you for your time you have put into your video please live your life how you wont to I've lived in a van for 25 year's bee lucky and happy

[@bythecurb]

Thanks

[@BibtheBoulder]

Good for you mate. Being a single guy with a huge maintenance bill and a house now owned by your ex stinks and until you have been in this situation it's hard to understand. Hope things work out for you..

[@bythecurb]

Thanks mate

[@sheenaakyol8227]

Aw what a lovely video, so genuine and down to earth. You've made a wise decision, you'll save loads and be much happier, you are going to be so much better off financially. I'm already excited for you. You've got so many plusses in making this decision. Your unit will be a great place for you to store everything you don't want to get rid of and don't want to take with you full time. I have a T4 Hightop LWB which would be big enough for full time van life so you can make any van work. I'd say to make use of all the offers of showers, washing your clothes etc (unless you can do something in your unit). If you need a portable charger the Ecoflow range are brilliant, quick to recharge when they need it. You'll be OK, you really will and your daughter will love the adventures you go on. The van life community are really lovely, there are more and more joining all the time. I've just subscribed, I am looking forward to seeing all your videos. Take care and live your life for you and your children, not for paying the rent!

[@bythecurb]

Thanks for the lovely comment. I agree the van life community are great, so helpful. I've picked up loads of tips. My daughter can't wait to go on adventures 😊

[@sheenaakyol8227]

@By The Curb I bet she can't. I live in Pembrokeshire not far from Folly Farm, she would love it there (everyone does). There is loads to do in this area, if you are coming this way let me know and I'll send you some ideas. Take care 😊

[@nillysbonsai9636]

I know this feeling! Houses are continuous work and the reason you go to work for most us! Fair play and best of luck!

[@RedSquirrelsReturn]

I’m early 60’s , husband is younger. We are doing the same as of spring. Slightly different as we have a house but for the most part, we are going to have adventures. Best of luck to you

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, good luck on your journey

[@philliploco5037]

I think what you are doing Sir to survive England merits the utmost respect. I wish you and your family all the best. Ignore anyone who puts you down.

[@CalCrossley]

Good on you mate, you do you! Live your life to how you see fit & forget other people's views.. All the best, hope it works out for you

[@bythecurb]

Thank you

[@Camperjazz]

Similar financial position after being widowed in 2021. I did 4 months car wild/camping last year and on returning to work and renting I’ve hated it, so this weekend I move into my car full time. I already know the ups and downs and limitations of car life but now it’s looming close I can’t wait, good luck with your journey, looks like you have back up options planned which is good.

[@bythecurb]

Its a big step, but if you've done it before you'll get back into it in no time. Subbed to your channel so I can watch your journey. 🙂

[@chrissymon]

@camperjazz. I reckon if you have a van, you need never be homeless. Necessity/invention etc. Ok until the bent government decide to outlaw vanlife. People in bricks & mortar can be 'controlled'.

[@donaldhill2775]

Wish you all the best, take control and work towards improving your situation, nothing to lose and everything to gain, 👍🏆

[@bythecurb]

Thank you

[@glenmulvey6873]

Good luck. Love your honesty. A lot of people feel the same. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@bythecurb]

Thank you!

[@jasoneden5651]

Love your courage I'm from london and that's the crazy mentality everyones adopted we've become zombies to the system doing things out the box its whats needed

[@traciesmith1464]

With so many options to make life easier absolutely go for it, I wish I had it as easy when I did it I'd still be living in my van today, happiest I've been was van life back in the 90s

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Im loving it so far!

[@artif1ed]

Just found your channel and good luck to you with this venture. The country, the world is over the edge of the cliff and we are in freefall to absolute totalitarian.

[@bythecurb]

Yes, there are certainly big changes ahead

[@davidrobertson5700]

I have done this since 2018, Good luck in the pug, you will develop better lifes skills to pass on to others.

[@bythecurb]

Thanks David

[@davidrobertson5700]

@@bythecurb I live in a sprinter. Full time. I know it will be weird at first for you but it's like camping and once you get away from TV you will have a new found freedom. Be well and stay safe matey

[@stuartalexander1595]

Ive lived in my van for 11 years now. Loved every minute of it.

[@bythecurb]

Nice one. I love it too 😊

[@nightrain8127]

Good on ye pal , keep on keeping on , you sound like a guy that’ll find a way no matter what , sounds like you deserve a good turn too , go your way , and stay positive , best wishes 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@bythecurb]

Thanks 👍

[@jonathankeerie9129]

Just about to start my vanlife journey soon myself. Got a LWB high roof sprinter. Looking forward to following your progress

[@bythecurb]

Thank you. I'm a bit jealous of your big van!! 😂

[@ramblingrosie3762]

It's always good to have a back up plan, you've got it covered. I don't think you will be the only one making decisions like this in these difficult times. You will have good days and bad days and really great days. You are never too old for a sea change. Good luck. BTW, I subscribed. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺 👍

[@chefapocalypto8807]

I'm right with you buddy, I'm in West Yorkshire and doing similar but with a 7.5 ton. People do think you're crazy but follow what you believe, you can always go back if you choose to

[@bythecurb]

Thanks mate!

[@susanadam6094]

I made that decision nearly 5 yrs ago. It absolutely worked for me I love living in my van...❤

[@irpky]

Good on you mate, I don't blame you as rents are ridiculous right now. I'm newly divorced and been renting this last year for the first time in year and I can't get over the bloody prices for some of the house round here (I'm Bradford based). Will be subscribing and looking forward to see how you get on with the van life 👍

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Mark, all the best mate

[@fraserhine1511]

Good for you mate. It takes guts to make a big change like this, I’m sure you will enjoy it and once you are settled you can start weekends away. All the best

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Fraser

[@Bobby8270]

Hi bud. Just subbed. I’ve a T4. I live in a house. Im retired. Looking forward to be following you on your journey. I pray you’ll do well. Take care bud. 💪

[@bythecurb]

Thanks mate, I appreciate that

[@Bobby8270]

@@bythecurb. No problem. The missus and I just binged watched all your vids. You’re onto a winner bud. You and Bet make a crackin couple. I’m in the middle of refurbin my van on the inside. Ready for wild camping in the spring.

[@sueterry7300]

Luv being on This journey with u. U have gone from strength to strength since this vlog. 💪🏻 gud on u xx

[@saahilbhowmick]

I am also considering a van to live. Cant afford rent heating and electric it has skyrocketed since last year. Now trying to convert my car into a micro camper. To start with and then eventually get a van and build it up. Kudos to you brother.

[@bythecurb]

That's the best way to do it. Dip your toe in and see how you go

[@kimlinstead40]

Amazing adventures for you and your family. So many memories to be made. X

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, that's the plan 🙂

[@growingupisatrap6688]

Good on you pal, have considered it myself & have stayed in vans enough over many years, but never managed to do it full time yet! Looking forward to watching your journey, good luck 👊

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, I appreciate you watching

[@paraseek5623]

My Daughter & Partner lived in my old Van on my parents farm for a few years, then lived in a House, she said she was so much happier in the Van. Van was static. Van life definitely should be experienced by everyone. I had a another Vauxhall Vivaro (terrible vans) but it was lovely inside, my other daughter bought it off me, miss it so much. My intention was to live in it for most of the week. But I have too many dogs now to do it. I have a little Suzuki van (off the road atm) that I used to "stay out" in, with my Protective Guard Dog. I want to get some land (with a barn) asap to move on to (for my dogs) Hate living in a house. Good luck, u sound like u have great back ups. I have a couple of garages I rent for storage & parking Vehicles*, not got a loo or kitchen in tho. Might swap one for something like u have, ones very cheap £50 a month, for garage & parking in front, not far from where I'm living. I want to convert my house to flats (reasonably priced), rent out. Live Free somewhere . (Free as in not in a house) Van life will definitely be the future for a lot of ppl, "The own nothing, be happy" could be good for a lot of ppl. Possessions seem to own us. We just can't let the Lunatics own everything tho. Own Property, but Live Free, Spiritually, ppl are too Attached to Houses, things, having a Detrimental effect, we just need Bases (I think). Like the "Travelling Community" I do think we will be more like them soon, kids shouldn't be in Toxic schools past 11 yrs.

[@bythecurb]

Great comment, thank you. You know what you're talking about! 😀👍

[@saxavoe]

I am a nomad I've never lived settled in a house long I'm sick so I'm in a house right now my feet are itching . The Best advice I can give you is Use a stealth van the more it looks like a regular van and keep it small you can get away parking up easier. Get the to good to go app the bread etc will last 3 days past its date Morrisons one £3.09 final piece of advice don't get loved up with anybody you meet you will end up living settled again and resent it x enjoy your new fun life

[@bythecurb]

Thank you for the tips, although I do have a partner, shes is incredibly supportive and sometimes comes away with me (see our other videos)

[@nigelthornberry7936]

Genuinly you the best of luck. Hope everything works out for you

[@bythecurb]

Thanks

[@lynnemarie7885]

I think it's amazing that you are just gonna try it out. Times are changing (and certainly not getting cheaper) I think people are waking up to the fact that there are options (for the adventurous) I think there is no shame and trying it out and if it doesn't work out, then you will know then, won't you? (Instead of thinking about it for years and never knowing what might have been) Good luck!

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Lynne, I've definitely got to give it a go, at the very least, I'll have a story to tell!

[@bucketheadothers2384]

Really good luck to you. I’ve considered the van option, but as you say, my family members thought it was a ridiculous option so I’ve ended up with a studio flat and I hate it because of the constant noise from neighbours. Hope it works out for you 👍

[@bythecurb]

thank you!

[@FionaclarkClark]

Studio flat and constant noise......living and moving around where yous want to be,the only noise being owls at night,....it's a no brainer....you have one life....live it.take care.

[@DavideoSolar]

Been living in a slide on camper on a 4x4 Ute for the last six months in Australia and absolutely love it! Happiest I have been in ten years. Had to sell the family home after break up. Miss my kids not the mortgage. Take the leap to vandwelling you will be fine. Forget the noisy flat!

[@johnsouthern1493]

Take my hat off to you pal. Rents and mortgages are atrocious these days...even if you can pay for the roof over your head there's the energy and food which is now shocking. I really hope it works out for you and your kids mate.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you John

[@kennybrydges2429]

good for you James.. good luck. 👍

[@erolhassan5346]

A very honest video. I wish you all the best

[@summerjunk929]

Fair play to what you're doing mate! takes a lot of guts, love how most people think you're crazy when they're the crazy ones getting mugged off paying massive bills

[@bythecurb]

Thanks mate