OFF GRID WILD CAMPING in the Scottish Borders - Solo Female Van Life UK

OFF GRID WILD CAMPING in the Scottish Borders - Solo Female Van Life UK
This is my bravest wild camp so far. Maybe not so brave to many people but to me it was a big step forwards in embracing a new found love of wild camping in my little van.
This video shows the journey up from Lancashire, through Moffatt, and on to the Grey Mare's Tail Nature Reserve where I walk up to the waterfall and spend the night wild camping in the parking area of the reserve.
I paid £3 parking fee for 24 hours and spoke with a ranger who was there who said parking there was completely fine. I was the only van there overnight and it was Halloween ... 👻
Please remember to leave no trace so that these stunning locations can remain open to enjoy overnight park ups for many years to come!
#Halloween #wildcamping #campervan
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Music: Epidemic Sound
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My van is a 2021 VW T6.1 Transporter Camper Conversion by The Custom Shop, Liverpool - www.thecustomshop.co.uk/
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Hi, I’m Sue from Lancashire, UK.
This channel is just me getting out and about in a converted VW Campervan, occasionally with friends but mostly solo. Fun, laughs, moans, groans, mistakes, and successes. It’ll all be in here!
I’ll share new places, hints, tips, any info I discover and whatever else I think you might find useful.
I began vlogging my solo travels in ‘Vanya’, to help me re-engage with life following the sudden, tragic loss of my husband nearly 3 years ago now. Working through a very complex grief has been the hardest & loneliest challenge imaginable. Some days it still knocks me completely sideways and probably always will. I really don't know. All I do know is that life can change forever and irreversibly in an instant.
By returning to the vanlife we had enjoyed so much together & embracing a new found love of video creation and vlogging, I’m continuing to build strength and balance to move forward through this completely unforeseen and unwanted next chapter of life.
Thanks for joining me. The company is nice.
Sue x

[@Morning.Coffee]

Love your videos! ✅ pleasant voice. ✅ humor. ✅ nice photography. ✅ beautiful scenery. ✅ fearless attitude. 💕

[@xvsupremacy7190]

Yes when you come back to your spiritual home the Borders , you always excel and knock it out of the ball park. Just beautiful Sue. We went to that Smokey near Burg and the pub has closed down with it, what a disappointment. Those new ones are great Sue far better than the Jackery. Your hairs a nice colour it suits you.

[@CamperVanya]

Love your comment Grammy Lou. Thanks very much 🙏🏻❤️

[@CamperVanya]

Hi and thanks for such a lovely comment. Always great to return at any opportunity to my spiritual home! ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@johnhowarth8822]

Thank you for another lovely drive. Look forward to the next episode.

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers John! 😊👍🏻

[@grayfreeman]

LOVE the scenery! And that car park is my kind of place to camp. Beautiful.

[@CamperVanya]

This is one of my favourites so far. It’s a popular place so I felt lucky to have it all to myself! 😃👍🏻

[@flibbertyj1625]

Now that was a lovely video. Thank you for sharing it.

[@CamperVanya]

Oh thanks for watching and commenting 👍🏻

[@victoria7105]

The scenery looks stunning👍👍

[@CamperVanya]

It was and the mist added some extra magic 😊

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

Hi Sue, that looked like a fabulous scenic drive out there and your knee still sounds painful but that looked amazing and so relaxing being parked up next to the beautiful 60m high waterfall and only having the company of sheep that leave gifts and a ghost for company in the van in Hallooooooween 🤭 ooo i loved the torch on face look ! Well done for going up high when you don't do heights because you got great footage and it seemed sooo windy. Loved that bridge. That drone footage you eventually got of the mist on the mountains was stunning with the birds flying around it and then when you left that was a beautiful scenic drive along the A708 with the Loch on the right and some more sheep friends with gifts ? Looking forward to hearing about the quiche that looked like it had been sat on 😄 Thanks for the entertainment 👍 ~ Anna

[@CamperVanya]

A great road to drive this time of year. Practically deserted. Honestly though that quiche and salad was sooo disappointing! ☹️

[@generationxperiences]

Ooorr Sue you are just fabulous, your videos are so enjoyable and easy to watch! What a lovely spot and great Halloween vibes too! Loved that the sheep/lambs/Wooly ones left you a present on your doorstep 🎁 💩 😂 Stay awesome lovely lady 💃❤️👍

[@CamperVanya]

They bumped against the van in the night too which gave me a jolt before I realised what it was 😳😂. Have a great weekend you lovely pair ❤️

[@Morning.Coffee]

@@CamperVanya , that would've scared me sheepless! 😆

[@CamperVanya]

@@Morning.Coffee 🤣🤣

[@ianm5249]

Great photography, as usual Sue. Thanks for posting.

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers Ian thanks for your lovely comment 😊👍🏻

[@stuarthall2523]

Always enjoy your videos, and the added humour. 👍

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks very much Stuart. Appreciated 😊

[@asaandthemarchharepart267]

Beautiful part of the world. The colours are fabulous this time of year. There is another Grey mares tail waterfalls walk west of Clatteringshaws loch. More falls to see. So many people drive past D&G heading more north, missing out. Look forward to watching your next episode. Safe travels

[@CamperVanya]

I couldn’t agree more. Autumn is magical up there and people do seem to bypass the area. At least it leaves it quiet! It will be a returner for sure, so much more to see. Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@PackTheVanAndGo]

Its a beautiful area to be parked up in, even Loch of the Lowes just further up!

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers Rob, I was going to park around Loch of the Lowes. Maybe next time 👍🏻

[@HelenandDave]

Hi Sue, Helen & I are full of admiration for you, gutsy wild camping like that 😂Great video. Cheers Dave & Helen 👍

[@CamperVanya]

I know, brave wasn’t I! 😆. Thanks for watching 😊

[@ootnabootwius]

Great video. Scotland is so beautiful in the autumn, the colours in the amazing landscape are stunning. The drone footage was fab 😊

[@CamperVanya]

Hiya. Thanks definitely something extra magical about Autumn 😊👍🏻

[@iang65]

Hi Sue, new subscriber here. Your video is great, hats off to you for doing this alone and taking that step. Beautiful scenery up there.

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks very much Ian, I really appreciate your comment and thanks for subscribing. Hope you continue to enjoy the videos. Scotland is amazing in a camper van.

[@LeisureBit]

You stay at the most beautiful and peaceful places (apart from the sounds of nature of course). Amazing video as always. ❤️ Your neighbours looked a bit sheepish about the present they left you 🐑 😀 Have a great rest of the week and weekend - all the best, David & Rachel 👍

[@CamperVanya]

I suppose the sheep were kind to share their home with me 😍. Have a great weekend too 😊👍🏻

[@chrisandsamlivingthedream]

Lovley vid sue .. fantastic place … cheers Chris & Sammy xx

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers guys it’s a lovely spot you should try it 🚐👍🏻 xx

[@Tammie_on_tour]

Wow we live in Aberdeenshire. We’ve never ventured down to the borders. It looks amazing. camping alone surrounded by sheep …… what a fantastic place to wake up to. Keep up the vlogging we love your videos 😊

[@CamperVanya]

Oh cheers for that 😊. The Borders does seem to be overlooked as a place to explore but I’m not sure why because it’s beautiful. Thanks for watching. 😊👍🏻

[@jeffjones9792]

Hi, and thanks for taking us along. Beautiful country, and you have shown it so well. Stay safe and wait for the next vlog.

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks, it was incredible having this all to myself for a night and the morning mist was the icing on the cake 👌🏻

[@microcamperadventuresuk1318]

just came across your channel, loving your calm and witty demeaner when chatting about the trips you go on. keep them coming. would love to meet you on one of your trips......

[@CamperVanya]

Hi there 👋 Thanks for your lovely comment. I will be keeping them coming and I’m glad you enjoy the content. This was one of my faves so far. Happy travels to you 😊🚐

[@gillianh]

The Scottish Borders are a regular visit for us, beautiful area and generally few folk about, just how we like it. Always good to see it through someone else’s eyes 😊

[@CamperVanya]

I agree, and at this time of year it’s so blissfully quiet 😃👍🏻

[@DesmondsDonders]

I have not been able to fly there because of wind and rain. Flying is now next to impossible as the winter wind has settled in. Soon though LOL. They both looked Sheepish. Take care stays safe and look for Scottish Ghosties.

[@CamperVanya]

It was just a little breezy and flyable until that gust came from outta nowhere. At least the morning conditions were absolutely perfect 👌🏻

[@maureenwold2538]

Wow Sue…….what a stunning place to visit. Brilliant photography….and drone footage. Looking forward to the next instalment xx

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks Mo, I couldn’t have experienced this place without your help ❤️ xx

[@HelenandMartinsTreks]

Just catching up with you now we have some camp wifi - what a beautiful place we have travelled much of the highlands and isles but never been here , looks like a real spot on place to go , the colours wow. You do find great spots Sue but it does seem a little windy for the drone. 😂. Suicidal sheep get everywhere , great video thanks for sharing H and M.

[@CamperVanya]

It was actually ok til the gusts came. The next morning made up for it though. Thanks for watching. Take care 😊👍🏻

[@stephenball5337]

Hi Sue, The Scottish borders are a real hidden gem I was up that way a few weeks ago staying in Peebles and are off next Monday to the Galloway Forest. For you power upgrade I can highly recommend speaking with Rob at Eco Tree Lithium at Awsworth Nottingham. They will advise you on what you need and wont rip you off. They have 5 star reviews on Trust Pilot and numerious KZbinrs have had work done by them.

[@CamperVanya]

Gorgeous area, as is Galloway Forest. Have a great time and thanks for the power suggestion. Appreciated 👍🏻

[@andysedgley]

Depending on your needs, a Jackery power station might fit the bill at reasonable cost and minimum hassle.

[@CampervanTales]

Just a little bit lot jealous. It has been a few years since we got up north that far. Stunning scenery. Alone on Halloween, very brave. No haunting haggis disturbing you. xx

[@CamperVanya]

Mmm, I’d have welcomed a haggis next morning! 😋 xx

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Glad you survived Hallowe’en. The waterfall looked lovely and it was a beautiful park up. Loved the drone shot with the birds 🙂👍

[@CamperVanya]

Thank you 🙏🏻. Something did go bump in the night but it was a sheep against the van. Those birds just flying into shot the way they did was my favourite part 😍

[@davidjames1817]

Fantastic vlog as always. We are doing the borders later this month and will include your sites. Thank you!!

[@CamperVanya]

Oh lucky you l, I’m sure you’ll love it. Glad the video was helpful! 👍🏻

[@Top.Mallorca]

Amazing views! Beautiful river! Scary Halloween! Like 👍

[@CamperVanya]

All of the above! 😃🙌🏻

[@VantasticAdventures]

What a brilliant adventure, very impressed with your overnight, would like very much to do that 🥰 Your drone footage was absolutely stunning! The low clouds and the birds, like a BBC travel documentary ❤️ Looking forward to the next part, we have visited Moffat many times over the past 20 odd years and never even spotted that hotel 😂👍

[@CamperVanya]

To be fair, the hotel’s easy to miss 😂. Thanks for the positive comments, glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻

[@cathrynroberts7753]

Thanks enjoy your vlogs Scottish Borders are on our to do list. Probably get some handy tips looking forward to your next episode.

[@CamperVanya]

I just wish I’d more time, I only touched on it but it was a great visit and I can’t wait for next time 👍🏻

[@RaimoLehtinen]

Great video ...💐👍🙂

[@CamperVanya]

Thank you 🙏🏻👍🏻

[@cooperswayadventures]

Stunning up there, quiet year for me with moving etc. Turned up at that melrose site late one night off the cuff a few years ago £34 squid🙄 unless your in the club

[@CamperVanya]

Ouch! I paid £17.50 for a night out of season but I am a member.

[@TheBazza2556]

loved every minute of that Sue, you scared the sh*t out of me with the Halloween stuff, lol, but great scenes, ....you are truly brave to be alone in the middle of nowhere on your own,

[@CamperVanya]

🤣🤣🤣 I don’t seem to worry about wild camping when I’m in Scotland the way I worry in England. The sheep bumped the van in the night which I could’ve done without 😂

[@grumpyoldmanonabike8313]

i do enjoy these videos

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks very much! 😊👍🏻

[@Professionalmoochers]

Love it! We never think of staying so close to the border, tunnel vision up to the highlands! Didn’t realise it was that pretty! That’s ANOTHER place on the list 🙄😁

[@CamperVanya]

You must go you’ll love it there for sure 😊👍🏻

[@NBNatureTrailvan]

Hi Sue. That was great to watch - well brave to camp there 👏👏👏. But what a beautiful place it is. The drone footage was sublime!! Just loved those colours on the hills and those amazing Falls Wild camping must be just fantastic!! Looking forward to part 2 We loved this one 👍👍👍👍👍

[@CamperVanya]

Hi thanks for the positive comments. It was an ideal park up 😍

[@blackpool321]

" onward!!!!"...

[@CamperVanya]

ONWARD!>>>

[@claire7142]

Stunning scenery. It's definitely an area I want to visit.

[@CamperVanya]

Be sure to go, it’s so beautiful 😍

[@ewanstevenson]

This just popped up on my KZbin homepage; which is nice, 'cos I grew up in and around Moffat. Years ago, that path went closer to the waterfall and was carved into the rock face. Passing people coming the other way was fun if you weren't the one with your back to the wall. You had to squeeze past, your feet over the edge, pebbles clattering into the inky void below! 😬 Can't think why they closed it! 🙃

[@CamperVanya]

Lucky you growing up there. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit there. I got sweaty palms reading about the path in the past though 😳😅

[@sylviapage8572]

Fabulous scenery. Great to see you out enjoying your van.

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks for watching Sylvia. I hope you’re well 😊👍🏻

[@barrytippett6748]

Great video Sue, looking forward to the next one. What Wonderful scenery and a very Brave overnight stop alone and on Halloween!! Scotland is at the top of my list so thanks for sharing the adventure. Take care. Bazza

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Bazza, glad the video helped. It was definitely my bravest wild camp! Take care 😊

[@themenopausalmaverick8374]

Fantastic scenery 👌 thank you for the video .

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks for watching I’m glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@adogaday]

So many beautiful places in Scotland before you even get close to the highlands and the NC500 but they seem to be largely disregarded. Thanks for sharing Sue, you've given us some ideas and inspiration for the future x

[@CamperVanya]

Oh that’s great to hear. Yes it seems many people drive straight past this area but it really is stunning with lots to visit 😊👍🏻 x

[@taffsdestination2369]

Hi Sue holy WOW that valley omg spectacular. 🤘🤘🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@CamperVanya]

I know, I was in awe the entire time I was there 😍

[@Anniestamper]

You’re a braver woman than me 😳. Lovely scenery though and the colours are stunning. Nice drone shot of the flock of birds 👍🏻

[@CamperVanya]

Capturing the birds like that was very lucky 👌🏻

[@the-other-windsors]

Great vlog Sue. That really is a fab place to parkup and like you said, the rangers there are so helpful. Great drone footage. Looks like the wind was as ferocious as it was when we stayed..scary stuff on those paths. 🙂🐕🚙

[@CamperVanya]

Yes it was pretty calm then just changed in a split second 😳

[@TheSlawsAdventures]

Lovely colours in this vlog Sue! Your drone footage is superb. Thanks very much for taking us with you on your adventure ❤️

[@CamperVanya]

Thank you! The morning drone flight through the mist more than made up for not being able to fly it the day before. Patience paid off 😍 x

[@JeeplifeID]

What a beautiful view....😍😍 I am jealous!

[@CamperVanya]

It was a picture perfect morning 😊

[@Tootsie63]

The bird footage! Very nice. What drone do you have? Definitely putting the A708 on my to drive list. Thanks Sue x

[@CamperVanya]

I found it to be a beautiful drive, very quiet when I was driving it. It’s just a mini 2 drone 😊 x

[@paulm.d3003]

Just watched this again ! Sue, it will be very different spending my holiday in Scotland during the autumn, looking forward to seeing all the beautiful autumn colours. If they look this good, then I will be well chuffed !I might even spend some time on Arran too.

[@CamperVanya]

Oh luck you! Scotland in Autumn was amazing. No amount of rain dampened the gorgeous colours and the misty morning here made for an amazing wake up scene. Arran won’t disappoint either! 👍🏻

[@StephenandYhana]

Oh wow, your drone footage was absolutely stunning Sue, loved the clouds and even the birds flying past. Loved your comment- ‘I have taken worse photos’. I love your channel Sue, very, very much 😊❤️

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Stephen thanks for such a lovely comment. It means a lot because as you know I love your channel too! The misty morning drone flight and the way those birds just flew into shot like that absolutely made my day! ❤️👍🏻

[@nikthechick5099]

Eeeee you do make me chuckle…love it ❤

[@CamperVanya]

Glad to hear that haha 😆❤️

[@menopausalmotorhomer]

Glad to see your survival instincts kicked in and you identified somewhere to shelter 🤣 Love the take on Blair Witch project 👌

[@CamperVanya]

Sue Grylls 😆

[@captaindave47]

Great video I have not done that area, I will definitely do it when I am next up there in the spring.

[@CamperVanya]

Definitely worth a visit and Spring will be a lovely time 👌🏻

[@annrimmington8690]

What a beautiful drive Sue. Not been brave enough to wild camp yet but that looks perfect. Really need to give it a go. I’ve bought some tiny power banks for my phone etc, great for a few nights. Looking forward to the next one xx

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Ann I hope all is good with you. I always feel safe wild camping in Scotland, especially as I’d already spoken with the ranger chap. I have a couple of small Anker chargers for my phone at the moment but need more x

[@TheBabblingBrookes]

Bargain over night fee there, and looks a stunning stop. The battery is our biggest issue, just got a new one, but could really do with another battery and more solar...we just don't have the space for it. Loved your Blair Witch spin off...👻 Nice to see you got the drone up as well...stunning shots Sue 👍😍 Wow you were lucky those birds didn't take your drone out 😱

[@CamperVanya]

Thank you 😊. Nah, those birds timed their entrance and exit to absolute perfection. It made my day! 🤩

[@blackpearladventures]

Great video! Loved the drone footage & all the colours ❤ I’m doing the SWC300 and the scenery is amazing ❤ Can’t wait for next weeks, thanks for the tips on where to stay!

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers! The SWC300 sounds interesting 👍🏻

[@nebc_yukonyeti]

Enjoyed the scenery & your sense of humour! 🥾🏔🇨🇦❤️

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks for watching and for your comment Mary-Beth. Glad my ‘humour’ is appreciated 😆❤️

[@SoloSarahBX]

Flippin brilliant! 🤩 I don’t van camp but I tent camp 😂 so nice this video thank you Sue, ATB, Sarah from The Peak District ⛺️✨⛺️

[@CamperVanya]

Hiya Sarah 👋 thanks for leaving your comment, I’m glad you liked the vid. You’re a proper hard core wild camper then!Just checked out your channel which looks fab & I’ve subscribed. Looking forward to following. Happy & safe adventuring to you. ATB Sue 🏕️ 🚐 😊👍🏻

[@JP-gl2xp]

Hi Sue another awesome video. Loved the Halloween torch effect I went under my duvet at that point 🤣😱So great to see you out & about and well done for wild camping I would have shit myself 🤣 Hey keep them coming Jane x

[@CamperVanya]

That made me LOL. How are you Jane? I lose track with who’s doing what, have you got your van now? Wild camping is incredible in locations like this and the way I see it now is that once the worst thing that could possibly happen in life has happened, there’s nothing left to fear 🤷🏻‍♀️ x

[@IvorsTravels]

Beautiful visit to the Grey Mare`s Tail. Lovely colours. The bracken is such a warm comfortable orangey brown. Even wet days can be so wonderful.

[@CamperVanya]

I agree, stunning whatever the weather or time of year but the colours of Autumn are just magical ✨😍

[@snuggirl]

Very very nice! Well done!

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks Jennifer! Appreciated.

[@CoastalBird]

Thank you for sharing another stunning location Sue!! Scotland won't let down doesn't matter which season. Wonderful drone footage, view to that waterfall , moving cloud and that long road and river view, simply amazing. Very nice vlog! Best wishes.

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Meraz and thank you. You would have got some incredible footage there that morning! The birds flying into shot like they did really made it extra special for me 😍

[@lindao1327]

It’s been a while since Iv’e been to the Borders. We used to take the in-laws to Moffat and Peebles. The colours of the landscapes are beautiful. What a place to spend your Halloween! That was hysterical! Take care Sue.....and Onwards!

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Linda. Thank you! Autumn in the Borders certainly didn’t disappoint. Take care 😍😊

[@mapstheway9763]

Hi sue great vlog as always, x. for the best battery bank depends what you want it to run check out eco flow river 2 its a 300 watt it’s their latest, or the bigger eco flow 2 about a 1000 watt these both use the latest lithium batteries and technology portable so can be used in and out of the van . Hope this helps 👍 x

[@CamperVanya]

Hi and thanks for the recommendations the River 2 is actually now very much on my radar 😃👍🏻 x

[@dappleddays4546]

Underrated part of Scotland often passed by, including by us, in the dash to the Highlands and Islands. The more gentle scenery is beautiful.

[@CamperVanya]

It does seem overlooked and yet an interesting area to explore. I think Autumn there really does it justice too. 👍🏻

[@johnhowarth8822]

I should have mentioned. You said you were running low on power. I saw a KZbin video where a lady needed power for her business on a narrowboat and she had tried one of the following. Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 240. Seemed like a good idea from Amazon.

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks John a power bank is an absolute must 👍🏻

[@alannorman1773]

Hi Sue what a lovely vlog. Really captures the essence of November!! Very beautiful countryside. I love the Borders. Haven’t been for ages though. Thanks for this.

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Alan, thank you. It was a great overnight park up and the Autumn colours and morning mist made for a great drone flight 👌

[@dianegalpin8378]

Fantastic drone shots, beautiful.thanks for sharing 👍

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks for watching Diane I’m glad you enjoyed it 😊👍🏻

[@astront917]

Nice little video, Lovely to get away from all the rat race in the uk

[@CamperVanya]

I couldn’t agree more and that was an ideal location.

[@madformorgan7848]

Hi Sue, thanks for sharing. The A708 definitely looks one to put in the book for a future drive in the Morgan. Looking forward to part two. Jeff

[@CamperVanya]

Try it at quiet times of the year Jeff, like Autumn, and it’s an absolute dream 😊👍🏻

[@husky041]

We've just discovered your channel and are enjoying your gentle humour and relaxed videos. We've just got our van together and are off on our first van trip in October.. to Scotland! And guess where we've chosen as a good place to stop on the first night... This spot just through Moffat. Thanks for the recommendation 👍😁 Hope it's not too cold without heating!

[@CamperVanya]

Welcome aboard! I’m so glad you found my little channel and like the content. Congrats on your van. I hope you have loads of great adventures in it and enjoy a Grey Mare’s tail overnighter as much as I did. Onward! 😊🚐👍🏻

[@lindsaybenison813]

Love it at Grey Mare's Tail, never been brave enough to go up to that viewpoint, always stayed by the bottom viewpoint.. loved the drone footage, David never managed to fly there... oh well next time ha ha.. thanks for a lovely video.. take care Sue and safe travels xx

[@CamperVanya]

The path is quite narrow and exposed but great view and sound of the powerful waterfall. The morning conditions were quite damp through the mist but there was no way I was missing capturing that scene so I risked it and it paid off 🤞🏻😃. Take care both xx

[@janinehiggins1507]

Great to hear from you .can't beat the Scottish borders and sometimes just nice to get away and take stock .🇬🇧☮️👌

[@CamperVanya]

Yes, van time is just priceless 😊👍🏻 x

[@HitchUpAndTow]

Looks amazing, we love Scotland, thats for sharing

[@CamperVanya]

Me too, whatever the weather just beautiful. Thanks for watching 😊👍🏻

[@annefaz6141]

Brilliant!! Love the Blair Witch scenes. You were definitely very brave! Lovely scenery xx

[@CamperVanya]

It was gorgeous Anne. So peaceful and relaxing xx

[@maggiemitchell4359]

Incredible drone footage ,waterfall was lovely lucky you didn't get blown off😍

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers Maggie. It was a lot narrower and more exposed than I was expecting along that path!

[@debsmostexcellentadventure5353]

Love how you done the map for this sue,love scotland and its a place i cannot wait to get back too,loved this debs xx

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Debs hope you’re well. Thanks for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed it 😊😊 xx

[@VanVibesandSibes]

Some lovely drone footage again Sue. Isn’t Scotland beautiful!🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 x

[@CamperVanya]

Absolutely stunning, especially in Autumn 😍 x

[@suzybeetravels]

Beautiful vlog as always Sue. Scotland is stunning but it is especially beautiful in the Autumn 🍂 💜x

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks for watching. I agree Autumn is definitely extra special in those surroundings ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 x

[@oldiesoutdoors58]

Great video Sue ... fantastic scenery up there in Scotland .. keep safe 😀

[@CamperVanya]

Thank you. LOVE your name. Just brilliant! 😆😂🤣🤣 🙌🏻❤️

[@roamingdolly]

Looks an idillic park up Sue, some great scenery, haven’t really been to Scotland since childhood so I’m seeing lots of places we want to visit now so thank you 👍🏻👍🏻

[@CamperVanya]

Hi hope you’re good. I’d love to get up to The Highlands & Islands more too but am just tied by time at the moment. The good thing about that though is discovering what the Borders & D&G have to offer 😍

[@paddy1437]

brilliant ❤❤

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers Paddy 😃🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@janinehiggins1507]

Happy new year and your journey looked lovely .the place is so relaxing . So let your jouneries continue and we continue to enjoy them . 🇬🇧🇬🇧😊

[@CamperVanya]

Happy New Year Janine and thanks die the continued channel support. Glad you’re enjoying it. Here’s to a good year for all 🙏🏻 🚐❤️

[@dianegalloway3175]

I have watched a few of your videos. I watch alot of vanlife videos. I want to do this, but I am concerned about being a solo female on her own. I am of the elder generation, so a bit apprehensive on the wild camping.

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Diane I can understand that. Im still building confidence myself. I haven’t actually done very many wild camps and the ones I’ve done have all been in Scotland so far. I wasn’t actually expecting to be completely alone here either and it was pitch black no light at all. Once I’m parked up for the night I never wander around outside or show that I’m a female on her own. It could be anyone in the van. That’s why I don’t make it a ‘girlie’ looking van too 😊

[@getawaygeese]

Great video Sue - good job the drone wasn’t up with that gust of wind but you got your shot the following day at least. Looked a good parkup so it’s in our book as an option Well done camping out on your own it’s blinds liberating Stay safe

[@CamperVanya]

Yes a lovely park up and I certainly felt well rewarded drone-wise the next morning. Stunning with the mist 😍. Take care both 😊

[@sharonjarvis6799]

Hello sue great video again. I love Scotland my dad was a Scot. Takecare xx

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Sharon, ❤️ Scotland. Have a lovely weekend x

[@mandychartres743]

Lovely video! I'd definitely stay at Grey Mare's Tail car park, it looks great. Happy travels!

[@CamperVanya]

I highly recommend it. Thanks for watching and happy travels 😊

[@DesGreene]

Hi Sue! A parkup I've been wanting to try for ages👍 What a place! Will maybe give it a go next Spring. Nice drone footage, when you finally got airborne 👍😁

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Des hope ur well. Can highly recommend this spot. Spring would be lovely. The next morning was a drone flying dream 😍

[@touringtroughtons]

We were up in Scotland recently it is just Stunning especially this time of year. The rangers are so nice and welcoming . Another great video ,love the footage and the commentary. 👌🏻

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks very much. The ranger was lovely and really made me feel welcome, which made it so much more enjoyable. Can’t beat Scotland for that 😊

[@janetbowen7854]

Brilliant video Sue, thanks so much, you really cheer me up, make me laugh and provide inspiration. We've not visited the Moffat area before other than passing through to the Highlands, definitely want to follow your trip, looking forward to watching your next video, sorry the Quiche was disappointing. We have a lithium battery and solar, but we're yet to wild camp. I thought you were very brave on Halloween. Cheers 🥂

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks Janet 😊 I hadn’t twigged that it was Halloween until it was, well, too late! People do seem to pass the Borders by but there are some beautiful areas to visit. I’d have done more wild camping if I was better equipped. Definitely a priority now. Love the peace of wild camps. Pure bliss! Happy travels to you 😊👍🏻

[@christinamacintyre9972]

Fantastic drone footage Sue, i knew you would pick Scotland for the trip ❤

[@CamperVanya]

I just can’t help myself Christina 😆🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️

[@trevorpat-lifeontherun]

👍

[@CamperVanya]

😊👍🏻

[@steves7013]

Quiche had the consistency of something that had been sat on! Only ever had it twice where it was good! 1. Nancy in France (think it's in Lorraine district!) & 2. Sheila an old girl I used too work with made one, the highlight of any "Jacob's join"! Take care & stay safe x

[@CamperVanya]

Soggy but thankfully they were mean with their portions. The ‘salad’ was lettuce that was still dripping wet and the potato wedges were undercooked and few. The coleslaw was acceptable though 🤣

[@steves7013]

@@CamperVanya lucky you 😂

[@GENerationXplorers]

What a lovely spot you found Sue, £3 for 24 hours! Loved the Blair Witch vibes, for someone that hasn’t seen it you pulled it off very well! What a very helpful and friendly ranger! Waking up alone except for 🐑 💩 present! That waterfall is a stunner, glad the wind died down as you got some cracking drone footage. Sigh, my biggest regret is loosing the M6, the lovely motorway that could whisk me away to lots of great places like Scotland in what seemed like no time at all! Thanks for putting the Borders on the map for us! Roll on your next vid ❤

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks for watching guys, Lancashire and the M6 is a great mid-way base for exploring most of the country. The M6 is a blessing! You’d love this place and the walk up to the Loch 👍🏻❤️

[@GENerationXplorers]

@@CamperVanya you definitely have put the Borders on the map for us. Plus its a lot closer than attempting the Highlands from where we are. Growing up in Lancashire i used to alternate weekends in the Lakes with ones in Scotland thanks to that beautiful uncongested Motorway! Nowadays it takes me at least two hours to get to the A1 and thats often gridlocked! 🤬

[@CamperVanya]

@@GENerationXplorers 😲

[@jj8526]

That's been a lovely enoyable Vlog Sue.. You've managed to get some stunning footage of the area. Well done you for doing your first the overnight camp. 🚐👏👏☘

[@CamperVanya]

Thank you! 😊👍🏻

[@samfromcas]

just found your youtube channel ,liked and subscribed very nice video. i love exploring scotland when i get up there i feel so chilled out. done both of the walks at grey mares waterfall and went skinny dipping in the loch above, take care and keep on adventuring.

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Robert thanks very much for subscribing and leaving your comment. I get the same benefits from Scotland. Next time, intend to walk up to the loch too 😊👍🏻

[@coasttocoastcaravanning6138]

Beautiful scenery whatever the weather ❤️😊

[@CamperVanya]

Absolutely true! 😍

[@blakes4ontour]

Look at those lovely colours. Another one to add to our list of places! Take care Ju Xxx

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Ju, thanks for watching. I’m surprised you two gadabouts haven’t already visited! You’ll love it 😊 xx

[@blakes4ontour]

@@CamperVanya will have to wait for the summer holidays when we can get back to Scotland! Xx

[@emz_adventure]

Hi Sue. What a fantastic channel. I just stumbled across your channel so am now binge watching. This area is stunning I’ve been many times. Camped and just day hiked. Great video. Look forward to the next instalment ❤

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks so much Emz I appreciate that. I know I'll be back to this area too, such peace and beauty and also so much left to see inthe Borders. ATB, Sue 😊

[@emz_adventure]

@@CamperVanya and don’t forget our beautiful Northumberland 😊😍