SCARY MIDNIGHT STALKER | Stealth Van Camping GONE WRONG In The Hills

[@geraldineportelli3096]

I see from different videos that more and more, van lifers experience to be bothered, stalked, and scared in the middle of the night. I believe exterior’s camera and/or a remote light, and any other kind of security devices or tools are nowadays necessary. Be safe. People are crazy.

[@BrendanExplores]

I agree, I really need to invest in some kind of deterrent on the van. Just seems to be this time of year stuff happens.. can't wait till summer and the warm nights 🙂

[@geraldineportelli3096]

@@BrendanExplores Yes. Two times in a row. They open gas tank or even back doors thinking there is nobody in the cargo. Small cheap devices can hugely help. Take care. And thank you for your videos.

[@zoltar666pz]

That is what we have on our Sprinter van two light bars & for over 2 years now we have had the 100W 7 Sound Loud Warning Alarm Siren Horn Car Truck Boat PA Speaker System only used it twice & last year we fitted cctv to the top of the van as well

[@geraldineportelli3096]

@@zoltar666pz Yes. I am planning to build a camper and these are essential to me : alarm and light. I also have my dog. He is small but he barks. All these can help you make them run, while having you safe and sleeping well!

[@beautifuldreamer3991]

Too many vanlife utubers now. Especially solo females. The stealth factors gone now. People forget that everyone may have access to the videos on utube.including the mentally unstable. Jealousy and just plain old raunchy people will copycat attacks on people. And they know when they do attack,your not just being woken up,your literally being " Freaked up". Such actio truly is meant to Terrorize somebody. Such action can truly have major psychological effects on someone

[@donnajohnson9324]

As an older woman 👵 I love my guard dogs 🐕 ❤️ they bark to let you know something is not right around my caravan and also deter criminals 😊

[@BrendanExplores]

Yeh a big dog is definitely a benefit in situations like this 👍

[@SOONERSWEETPEA]

My Chow would be goin bat$h!+ crazy ready to eat someone's face off

[@terrymcdonagh5439]

you need some massive LED lightbars all over the roof - that would make em aware that you are aware

[@BrendanExplores]

I think I do mate, some kind of external deterrent that's for sure

[@janinehiggins1507]

Great video and Steve real good on these outings and lovely genuine guy. Made me feel hungry with those bakewell tarts but two fifty very pricey. Love the videos keep em coming. 😅😅

[@BrendanExplores]

@@janinehiggins1507 cheers Janine, glad you liked it 😁 we laughed all weekend on this one 👍

[@zoltar666pz]

That is what we have on our Sprinter van & for over 2 years now we have had the 100W 7 Sound Loud Warning Alarm Siren Horn Car Truck Boat PA Speaker System only used it twice & last year we fitted cctv to the top of the van as well

[@donseclad]

Couldn't agree more Terry

[@Davey25]

When you are both stealth camping it might be a good idea to buy a couple of walkie talkies, that would be the fastest way of communicating to each other while still in the vans 🤔

[@BrendanExplores]

Great idea! I'll have a look at some and see what's about 👍

[@BeckyBeckyBecke]

Cell phones work too, you know

[@Davey25]

@@BeckyBeckyBecke Not near fast enough you donut 😂

[@MegaSusanc]

​@@BeckyBeckyBecke Sometimes when you are in certain spots the cell phones don't work So walkie-talkie might be the best way 🤔

[@justasub]

​@@MegaSusanc💯💯💯

[@MauriceYou460]

You've become my favourite KZbinr... since I found your videos a week or so ago.. honestly you crack me up. Keep up the good work.. your gonna be famous.

[@BrendanExplores]

That's lovely to hear 🙂 thanks mate 👍. Plenty more adventures to come mate

[@DCD-b5b]

He's already famous 😎

[@SimplyBurgerYT]

That view in the morning was so picturesque! It's bad about that stalker though, it must have been really scary! Great video as always 👍

[@jampam-jf8mt]

Good to see a youtuber not jumping on the bandwagon and reviewing power stations that others have reviewed to death

[@Julie-l7r]

Absolutely stunning sunrise you captured at the beginning of your video!! ❤ don't beat yourself up about not continuing on your hike, only you know what is best for you.👍

[@joshywhvick]

Stunning

[@joolzmurray5751]

As a former user of the Scottish mountains you're always better to turn back if you're not comfortable. Mountain weather can turn bad very quickly.

[@carrieboultby7516]

That Vtoman is over £1500.00! And that's in the sale! Wow, that morning mist is fabulous! No, I think you did the right thing in turning back

[@nadinezimmerman3329]

You did the right thing turning back

[@Chemicalol]

My favorite KZbin channel. It’s always been a dream of mine to live and explore in the UK. Haven’t quite made it there yet. Thanks for all you do Brendan.

[@BrendanExplores]

Thank you mate 👍 nice to hear your enjoying the channel 🙂. Appreciate your support and leaving a comment

[@danielle5360]

WOW A LAKE OF CLOUDS HOW STUNNING THAT IS, GRATE DRONE FOOTAGE OF THE SUNRISE AND THE CLOUDS JUST SO SO BEAUTIFUL ✌🏻♥️🇬🇧✌🏻🇬🇧♥️♥️🇬🇧🇬🇧♥️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@markne5vt]

You need to go back to bakewell and get a pudding, it’s totally different to a tart, for a start there is no icing,

[@christopherhand1092]

Yep when he got then I was so annoyed I was screaming like Nooo that’s not a Bakewell pudding

[@BrendanExplores]

Ahhh damm... I wish someone had said at the time there was an actual difference in style not just name. Oh well, another reason to return in the future 🙂

[@christopherhand1092]

@@BrendanExplores ye Bakewell pudding is like a pancake /cake size they are one of my favourite puddings and that isn’t a lien

[@jameshorne7628]

My wife and I have left two padlocks on the love lock bridge in Bakewell. One in September 2016 and another in December 2019. We linked them together!

[@samgraham4168]

You're right in the middle of where I spent my holiday last year! The walk up to the Overexposed was a fab morning out. Very eerie up there though.

[@samgraham4168]

yeah, no, there are no more signs. I think it was about 9 miles round trip in total...

[@susanmiller6023]

You made the right decision. The weather and temperature can change in minutes. Home sweet home for me and I'm very homesick I'm trapped in London and know I'll get home one day only problem it will be in a box. Was it the B29 crash? My dad talked about it, he was a kid when it happened and came from Stalybridge.

[@ericahill1965]

The fog in the valley, epic 😊

[@BrendanExplores]

Wasn't it just mate 🙂 beautiful views!

[@sulaniemargie798]

Hi Brendon, I'm new subscriber from Philippines..amazing view love it. be safe ..God blessed you.

[@anniejones1839]

Phew when you slipped I jumped. You were wise turning back, better to get warm and dry

[@BrendanExplores]

Sorry for the scare 😂 yeh I think so as Steve's shoes were swimming lol. He's a machine

[@Izzi-n5t]

Great pictures mate, always great when you collaborate with Steve

[@BrendanExplores]

Thanks buddy and yeh we always have a good laugh 😁👍

[@stewartmathers465]

I don't think the cakes you bought we're the traditional bakewell tarts, the ones i'm aware of have almond on the top.

[@marklockwood8386]

Live only 45mins from bakewell they do incredible fish and chips it's extremely busy in summer

[@alexbenson7419]

Your videos are so well put together and oh my, the drone footage, so beautiful and stunning, keep them coming!

[@BrendanExplores]

Thank you very much 🙂 yeh I was stunned when I saw the clouds in the mountains, beautiful..

[@lawrencetalbot55]

You made the right decision, the walk you described could have devastating consequences for wet feet. Better to err on the side of safety and well being, if any error is even involved.

[@susanmiller6023]

Were the owners of the Ford van and land rover snaring rabbits? I used to know someone who would go out 1am to 4am rabbiting on private farmland up near Glossop.

[@joshywhvick]

I'm on the edge of my seat watching this. Keep the popcorn coming. Can't get enough x

[@katherinebuterbaugh8470]

I say you made the right decision and turned around. Maybe you can try again when the weather is nicer for a walk like that and yeah wet feet in cold weather is just asking for a health problem in your feet. Good luck and stay safe to both of you.

[@BrendanExplores]

Cheers mate and yeh I agree, I'll have to come back in the summer when the ground is baked hard 👍

[@CFCMikeStewart]

Everyone is different brendan, dont feel bad turning back. Bakewell is a beautiful town. Its not long ago i was in bakewell. I live just outside ashbourne in village called mayfield, not sure if you passed through mayfield, Wish i had van so i could join you on your travels.

[@BrendanExplores]

Cheers mate and Bakewell was really nice! I'll hopefully be doing a big meet up camp to get everyone together that watches the channel 🙂 hopefully I'll see you there! People could bring tents or vans 👍

[@CFCMikeStewart]

@@BrendanExplores that sounds brill brendan. Done plenty of wild camping in tent so used to that haha, so sorry you both didn't get nice night sleep on top of weever hills. There's always someone being a fool.

[@Untitled_Novel]

Who was the other camper? Does he have a channel?

[@BrendanExplores]

Yes that's Steve 🙂 his channel is called Steve's monumental adventure 👍

[@GoodOnYerMate]

Hi Brendan, you made the right decision for you, good call. Too many people ignore the dangers and push on, they're the ones who end having to be rescued. I think you need to invest in a proper heavy duty pair of walking boots, plenty of outdoor shops in Bakewell. Can't believe you got a tart and not the pudding, although personally I don't like either. As for night time trouble I find a shotgun normally sorts out any misunderstandings 😁 only joking. Take care out there, there's too many nutjobs lurking around

[@aquariusstarchild5156]

Hi brendN .we went to bakewell last year .what a beautiful place and I came home with a traditional bakewell pudding .Steve will tell you there's a bridge in Paris with locks on .longtime viewer and sub Laura. Shropshire lass love u guys adventures❤

[@aquariusstarchild5156]

Yes it's the original bakewell pudding brendan .not Mr ks with the icing n cherry .😂

[@BrendanExplores]

Thanks Laura and yeh I wish I had got myself a pudding now as a lot of people are saying the puddings are really good 👍

[@DCD-b5b]

That impression of Steve's voice was bang on 😂😂😂😂😂 fantastic video, thank for entertainment Brendan 👌

[@davidloveday2262]

You made the right decision to turn back. By all means have your adventures but not at the expense of your health. Be safe out there.

[@Julie-l7r]

It's very nice to know you have a friend to share a meal & a tart with ❤

[@KayleighWhaley]

Did you go midweek? I tried these areas for the first time a few weeks ago and the amount of people and rubbish really let the place down. I'm glad I opted for a campsite now as I've not had a scary experience yet thankfully. Glad you're safe.

[@BrendanExplores]

We went on the weekend 🙂 and there was a couple of cars there when we arrived leaving McDonald's rubbish etc. Really annoys me when isss that..

[@Tenshix6]

incredible views ! although the scare wasn't necessarily pleasing, the views though are incredibly beautiful !

[@lw1sfr]

is was a very good idea to turn back from the wall because after about 1 more mile you wouldve gotten blisters and different things like that... not ideal!

[@beautifuldreamer3991]

Also, in the USA at least, the van lifers try to form Caravans,for safety in umbers and traveling together. Some join many different groups so if they dont want to go with this group somewhere,they can meet ip with othersand travel together. Perhaps it might be helpful if you do so as well? Dont have to tell on utube thats what you are doing, but you are with a group. Stay safe Brendan, your friends andyour family too

[@BrendanExplores]

Cheers for the advice mate 👍 with the UK being so small and the roads being so small as well it would probably cause more problems than it would solve to be fair but I would love to tour the US one day!

[@beautifuldreamer3991]

Do so! You can rent RVs here. But, a van is actually more stealth.

[@jofrances3296]

Hi Brendan, love the videos, your health always comes first. I loved Bakewell when I visited many years ago. Glad you’re both safe and ok. Always trust your instincts. I used to go to utoxeter too long time ago.

[@BrendanExplores]

Thanks 🙂 yeh I thought it best to turn back at that point not knowing how much further it was going to be 👍

[@Nells-p5x]

You were made for this 💯 and for KZbin!💯👏🏽 so glad i came across your channel! I will be binging your videos for weeks i bet🤔🤗😊♥️♥️

[@Bella-sz6nj9br8g]

I love watching how you gentleman are such good mates its a rare thing in today's world it's so lovely watching use on your adventures there'scrazy people in the world stay safe... lv from Australia 😊

[@ruksyo7904]

I think you did what was best for you and that’s brilliant! Simple! I couldn’t even do half a mile on that treacherous trek.

[@BrendanExplores]

Appreciate that mate and yeh I think it the summer it would be a lot easier 👍

[@suzannephillips6997]

​@@BrendanExplores hi, your van led roof lights, can they be plugged into a cigarette socket, or do they need to be wired up?

[@Dee-B82]

Careful you might scratch the side of your van with them nips 😂 Some lovely views there B, seem to be getting alot more disturbances glad you had each other this time, safety in numbers as they say 👊🏼x

[@eztanezta]

Getting the drone out was such a badass move tbh

[@danabananaim7133]

Love your vids Brendan. Always waiting 4 your new ones. Really enjoy them. Would love to see you explore the Brontë sisters stomping ground 1 day.

[@jamestyrrell2225]

You need a bucket and some heavy duty bin liners for when you get caught short in the van 😂

[@BrendanExplores]

Already got my emergency bucket 😉😂 haven't had to use it yet though thankfully lol

[@Ms.Brownsugar46]

Hi Brendan I'm Donna 😊❤💋 . I'm new to your channel, have you ever stealth camping 🏕 in Yuma Arizona ? I'm looking forward to seeing more of your videos and stay safe and warm 😊😍👠👠💋💋🌹🌹🧡💜

[@scottwombwell8223]

All the night time dramas , could have been some of the locals out lamping for Rabbits and alike, could explain the bright lights in the distance. Good video, see you next week 👍

[@sandrapicard422]

I live in Kamloops bc canada. They have rod iron feature and people have put locks on it. Lots of locks!! ❤

[@chris-jdm9078]

hey loving the vids keep up the good work i met your dad today at the social club sunday dinner we spoke for abit hes a top bloke 👍

[@dafyddthomas5998]

Love this type if thing I think its so cosy

[@Gods4Horsemen]

Good thing you have a buddy

[@DrRachie]

You 100% made the right decision to turn around. Smart move.

[@andrewjackson240]

Hi Brendan, have you thought more about organising a meet up yet? Mines going to be ready in about 2 weeks and can't wait to give it its maiden voyage

[@briansweeney2291]

I was campaigning in my campervan i set up outdoor lights and cameras attached to motion sensor lights and alarms just for safety aspect aspect,some crazy people these days

[@dannychapp]

You know your own body. There is no point in making yourself ill. You can always go back in summer hopefully trail alot dryer

[@BrendanExplores]

I think a summers return is a must! When the ground is baked hard that will be a lot easier 🙂👍

[@1akw]

At least you were with Steve, no one better to be with lol Steve don't give an F 😂

[@Andywelsh91]

Another awesome video! I always look forward to watching the next one The walk looked nice but i would off done the same health comes first. Shame about the midnight problem as well. Keep it up Brandon and Steve you both are awesome to watch The drone footage, the cooking and the adventures you two are amazing Take care and can't wait till the next one

[@BrendanExplores]

Thank you Andy and yeh with not knowing about what lies ahead on that walk I thought it best to turn back. I was really amazed by that drone footage by mam tor 🙂

[@cheese_and_crackers3270]

I love yours and Steve’s friendship you really bounce off eachother. Really enjoying the videos if you guys come to chester let me know I will give you the guided tour and I know some awesome desert places :)

[@christopherhand1092]

You should 100% do another Peak District series because there is a lot you missed out, fox house, paddly gordge, eyam, curber edge, bamford edge, ladybowet

[@BrendanExplores]

Absolutely! I'll definitely be going back at some point 🙂

[@daihatsudave6332]

Im ready . And watching . Excited

[@BrendanExplores]

Nice one mate, hope you enjoy 👍

[@sallymurray2147]

Good video brendan bakewell looked really nice shame you were disappointed with the bakewell tart though hope you and Steve are ok after just seeing what happened at the end of the video

[@BrendanExplores]

Thanks Sally and yeh it wasn't what I hoped for but I need to go back and try and pudding 🙂. We did managed to get a couple of hours sleep in the end thankfully

[@sallymurray2147]

Glad you managed to get a few hours sleep afterwards though

[@bidadari5373]

be careful, if there is danger outside the car, it's best not to get out, just stay inside if you threaten to go far away, you're afraid they'll have a weapon owkey....

[@JamesWilliam70]

You should be OK with good boots, but the ice can get tricky, I've done Kinder Scout up near there a few times, and you don't want to be in the dark unless you are pitching up a tent. Better safe than sorry and you should always have a backpack with some extra water and clothing if it turns nasty. I've been up the weaver hills a few times I had cows rubbing up my vehicle and licking it strangely...

[@BrendanExplores]

Yes!! They licked our vans as well.. how strange eh? Nice park up other than that though

[@paulbailey4291]

You got a Bakewell Tart not the Bakewell Pudding, but as you say you can go back another time. I went last year lovely place and Area went back again as first visit was rained out last summer 😂😂

[@MegaSusanc]

Awesome as always. Thank you for sharing your awesome adventures. GOD BLESS YOU KEEP ADVENTURING

[@jd4577]

What an amazing view to wake up to !!!

[@steve_and_lolas_hikes]

I can't fathom how you manage without a porta loo...😂 I'd be lost without mine.

[@ewanstevenson]

It's definitely a tough call. Schlepping across the moors with wet, frozen feet or a brew and a Bakewell tart. Might have to get back to you on that one! 🤔🙃😂

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

Definitely be getting some decent LED lights at least front n back. I have dash cams on 24 7 whilst im away. It is possible that it was completely innocent and you were being hyper sensitive and as you say cows brushing up the side of the van. Don’t let these experiences put you off, just take precautions.

[@BrendanExplores]

Yeh I think some external lighting is necessary mate 👍 yeh I guess there is an element of being hyper sensitive in a situation like that but there was definitely something weird going on with the spotlights etc. That road is literally in the middle of nowhere as well and for two vehicles in quick succession to go past around 1am is very unlikely. We managed to get atleast some sleep though so not all was lost

[@MobBoss-zj2nn]

Hi mate love the videos long time viewer Just a thought maybe you could get a CCTV camera and screw it to your roof there's ones on eBay or Amazon that are solar powered and you can watch them live on your phone all's youd need to do is hotspot the camera to your phone or maybe some floodlights as added security. Keep the videos coming Kind regards Chris Stoke on Trent ❤️

[@BrendanExplores]

Cheers Chris 👍 yeh I've been looking at a few options regarding lighting and CCTV..it will definitely help. Plenty more adventures to come 🙂

[@he_finds_his_way]

Took me about 45 minutes from the same snake pass summit mate you defo must of took a wrong turn

[@king2042]

Yeah, its around 2 mile from where you parked.

[@BrendanExplores]

Yeh I reckon on a nice summer day when the grounds baked hard you could get there in that time 👍. Sadly the hikers we met on the walk greatly overestimated how much further it was... Wish I had carried on in hindsight

[@he_finds_his_way]

@@BrendanExplores all part of it mate, I’m with you though nothing worse on a walk or hike than wet feet.

[@sandycummings7972]

Love love Brendan laughing xxx

[@grange247]

The crash site is actually a B29 Superfortress, it's a great shame you didn't see it as it ranks one of my life time memories. Unbelievable!!! Derbyshire is our favourite van destination from a fellow Salop Monner!!! Love the channel 👍

[@BrendanExplores]

Ahhh right, thanks for the info mate and one day I will return there and accomplish it 😁. The peak district has been a pleasure to tour around on this trip mate and thenk you for the support!

[@beautifuldreamer3991]

Summer would be better

[@colinprice7062]

Hi there me and my fiancée left a lock on the bridge back In 2019

[@HH-vc8hn]

you did the right thing by going back.

[@Abeyptfc]

Nice one Papa Shango, when you said you should’ve turned back, I was expecting you to burst into a chorus of Cher big man!

[@BrendanExplores]

😂😂 now that would of been funny lol

[@thewiseone1424]

You and Steve make a great duo it’s a shame you can’t do a lot more videos together. I agree with another subscriber you definitely need a light bar it would give you peace of mind too another great video

[@gosiastewart5407]

Hi Brandon. Saying Hello from small village just next to Ashbourne Mayfield 😊 Let us know if you have found somewhere nice in Ashbourne for your breakfast ? 😊 take care ❤

[@BrendanExplores]

Ooo we had a lovely breakfast 🙂 can't wait to show you 👍 thanks for the support

[@steve_and_lolas_hikes]

Brendan 👍🏻

[@steve_and_lolas_hikes]

Mate...... waterproof socks are a life saver. Have a look at Hemy ones.....or Sealskinz.

[@mark_your_adventures90]

I probably would have carried on with the walk but to be fair you didn't know how much further it would be and I don't know how horrible your feet felt all wet and that either 😂 at the end of the day you have to do whats best for you personally and theres no shame in going back! Don't bother what anyone else thinks! You aren't having much luck lately with people about at night either are you, hopefully there isn't too much more of that going forward! Already excited to see the next video as always 🙂

[@ltbrutusq6202]

You may want to carry a 900-mile laser pen pointer & a survival 6" blade knife to your hiking/camper kit as a defensive weapon. Tie your knife to a medium-sized tree branch about 4-5 feet long and you have a spare toward of any danger. The laser can blind any beast and be used for signaling.

[@stephaniegifford2020]

Just a question. Is Bakewell in Derbyshire! I’m from the US. My ancestors came from there

[@BrendanExplores]

It is yes 🙂 I would definitely recommend a visit 👍

[@stephaniegifford2020]

@@BrendanExploresThank you. I would love to go there. I’m told I have some relatives still there.

[@PaulVickers-n6k]

​@@stephaniegifford2020 Hi I'm from Derbyshire do you know what part of Derbyshire they from.. are they from Bakewell

[@stephaniegifford2020]

I think they are from Bakewell.

[@deanbrown2015]

So we now can add PAW to PES🤣 Poundland Ed Sheeran I present Poundland Alfred Wainwright🤣👍🏻 joking aside, there’s nothing worse with really sore blisters especially when you’re out and about for a few days exploring. Great video mate.

[@ES-qu1jd]

That's good you've got a drone!!

[@Misskiff]

That portable power station is what I have my eye on for sure

[@BrendanExplores]

Yeh it's a great bit of kit 🙂

[@ericahill1965]

Thats why I love the Peaks 😊

[@BrendanExplores]

Absolutely beautiful place 😁

[@billdrain5170]

There are Bakewell tarts & puddings. A cherry Bakewell is a tart the puddings look different

[@Bundy.959]

It will be them people who hunt with the dogs and the big lamps bring the rabbits out for the dogs

[@ourworldonwheels]

Right then Tarts!😉 growing up from round that way, the pudding is the only real Bakewell IMO. Those mr Kipling’s are more “well baked” than “Bakewell”😂..there nice with custard but not a patch on the original 👍🏼 Atb

[@BrendanExplores]

Yeh a few people have said about the puddings now! I wish I had known... I would love to try one. When I return I will get one 🙂👍

[@ashleyd0212]

When you make your food in the air fryer, put some foil in there and you can cook an egg with your bacon.😁

[@ms.annthrope415]

The muzzle end of a 12 gauge shotgun says, "Stay away from my van," in every language. When you're van camping, there's no excuse for not tossing in a 5.56 AR platform or FN SCAR 17 or a shotgun. Weight and size are no longer issues in a van. Pack a sidearm as a backup.

[@theindoorboys977]

You guys are stupidly brave in order to get out of your vans with out a firearm for protection

[@Love.ellie.]

Not allowed to have firearms but I’d defo have a knife on me

[@ryiin]

Blue John Caven good camping site.

[@beautifuldreamer3991]

TURN BACK ABSOLUTELY!!!!! WET FEET IN ZERO TEMP IS VERY,VERY DANGEROUS

[@BrendanExplores]

I agree, could of ended up being quite nasty that

[@abdigitaluk_photography]

Quick question regarding the vtoman, can you draw current from it at the same time as charging with the solar panels?

[@tzrrsdave]

My mate lives on a boat and he said he puts tin foil in the air fry and it's easier to keep clean, I never thought of that

[@BrendanExplores]

I'll have a look into that mate 🙂 easy clean is always a good solution

[@JoãoPauloBaldassiVilela]

Great video!

[@thewearsidewanderer4994]

Brendan I love ya content and look forward to it weekly, ya some bloody Gordon Ramsey mind!

[@amigodawn1728]

Going prepared makes sense otherwise you'll be bedded up for the next few days. Wet feet is not fun on walks and cold days.😮