THE COTSWOLDS in a CAMPERVAN SOLO FEMALE ROAD TRIP - Van Life UK - First stop BROADWAY

[@gilltagg3352]

Wow! I have just found your channel. Would like to thank you for sharing your journey. I am finding it most interesting from keeping safe to places you visit. Being a woman in my 50s I have now got the confidence to now buy a camper van. Honestly I cannot put into words how useful I find your content. ❤

[@CamperVanya]

That’s fantastic to hear Gill! I’m so glad the vlogs are of interest and proving useful to you. It’s so important that we can do what we want to do with confidence and without fear. Good luck with your van! ATB, Sue 👍🏻

[@JC.Journey]

Hi Sue, it's wonderful seeing you out, enjoying the beauty of the world with Vanya. I really enjoyed the Goods Shed, quite a bit of very interesting history. We love meeting special folks like Sue & Fred in our wanders and happy to see you feeling less sad. A most wonderful video, as always - we do love traveling with you. Take care. -Jody

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Jody, thanks for watching and commenting. I was always more sociable before, it seems to be returning again at last. I love such encounters. Take care and happy travels to you 😊

[@GENerationXplorers]

Hi Sue love your intro of having your breakfast and packing vanya, this looks an exciting trip! Great driving shots, when the horse van is rocking 🤣 Looks a fab site and you gave a great tour of it! The goods shed was interesting! Quite a bit of history! Love your little cycle map, shame about your glasses but glad you got them repaired! Sue & Fred looked lovely and made you realise you have opened up more! You look really friendly and happy Sue and very approachable! That pub after your rumble tums looked lush! Oh no 🙉 noisy gardener! The rain sounds lovely! Oh no a puncture 😮 Great trip this Sue thanks for taking us along 👍❤️

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks for coming along. It was a good start to the trip. Looking forward to catching your latest offering. ATB 😊👍🏻 x

[@lindsaybenison813]

Gorgeous video of your trip to the Cotswolds, definitely a lot happier this year, the sparkle in your eyes says it all, vanya is working her magic again this year. Looking forward to the next episode. Take care Sue xx

[@CamperVanya]

Vanya does work some serious magic! Thanks Lindsay xx

[@paulhalliwell1037]

Hi Sue. I've been to that Broadway site twice this year and I will be going again at the end of November. It is always my first stop from Lancashire, on my way to the continent.

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Paul, it’s certainly a great location. I can see why you return. I loved Broadway! 👍🏻

[@alannorman1773]

Hi Sue Loving the film. The Cotswolds are gorgeous aren’t they? I’m stuck at home having had a knee replacement last week so this is therapy for the soul. Have a good week.

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Alan, first time in the Cotswolds and yes they’re every bit as beautiful as I’d imagined. Best wishes for your knee surgery recovery! Glad the videos help a little bit. Just waiting for a computer fix before I can Carry On Editing (good film title!). Take care 🩼 👍🏻

[@CampervanTales]

We do enjoy striking up conversations either us or people approaching us. Always fascinating facts learned. Glad you feel more relaxed about it Sue. Lovely video as always xx

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks guys. Yes I'm finding the same now the more open I'm becoming again. Confidence was rock bottom earlier on and the thought of being approached or striking up conversations did not appeal to me one bit. Definite progress lol xx

[@suzybeetravels]

Lovely to see you back out and about Sue. The Cotswolds are beautiful. Looking forward to the next video 💜xx

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks Suz, glad I chose the Cotswolds its somewhere I've always wanted to explore. So much left for more visits. Take care both xx

[@mousiemakespod]

Thanks, Sue - it’s lovely to see you out and about again and I’m looking forward to the rest of your Cotswold adventure!

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks for watching and commenting Helen. The Cotswolds just got prettier and prettier as the week went on 😊

[@DesGreene]

Hi Sue. Bad luck on the puncture! 🙁 Leaf blowers...useless machines! 😬 Anyway, looks a lovely area! Used to work down that way a fair bit, but not been back recently. All the best and take care👍😊

[@CamperVanya]

Honestly Des it was noise for noise sake at times. The private sites I visited were just as spotless yet much more peaceful. The puncture was sorted no issues. ATB to you 😊

[@SandVan]

Another beautiful and well put together video sue 😊well done 🤩🙏

[@CamperVanya]

Thank you kindly! Sadly computer repair issues are holding up the next videos. Hoping it will be sorted soon🤞🏻

[@LeisureBit]

I missed your voice! Glad you are back on the road although I’m sad you don’t have 1 of our stickers on your fridge 😂(let us know if you would like one) I’m so pleased that you are feeling more at ease with yourself - you are doing amazing & never forget that x Loss is hard and there is no set journey. Ohhh rubbish re puncture. You look lovely and comfy Rachel & David x

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks guys, that's a lovely comment to receive. I think as time passes a worry sets in that people perhaps expect you to be further along and you should be further along than you actually feel in moving forwards, if that makes sense. I know there are no rules, no right or wrong. However, I have definitely felt a positive shift within the last couple of months and have embraced it with much relief. Feeling more at ease for sure and confidence is returning. I look forward to catching up with your trips too, you get away so much more than me haha! ATB x

[@LifeistooshortCK]

I have to admit it was the blooming leaf blowers that finally put me off campsites. The trip looks lovely. Look forward to the next episode 🙂👍❤

[@CamperVanya]

I’m so glad you said that (although you’ve started me off now 😂) because I wondered what other people would’ve been thinking at the time. It was over 50 mins of continual mechanical noise from the leaf blower & power washer. I didn’t voice in the video what I was actually feeling but it was irritating me. Most of the leaf blower use was completely unnecessary. It was left on when not being used & then used to blow nothing but dust from the ground by my pitch. It was bizarre. I stayed at 4 campsites over the week and have to say the C&MH site was the most expensive, least relaxing and as you’ll see, the other sites were more than a match. Thanks for watching 😊❤️

[@LifeistooshortCK]

@@CamperVanya It will be an interesting comparison because we always stayed at CAMC sites, thinking they were the best. It was an easy option because you always knew what the facilities would be like. The prices and persistent use of mechanical devices have turned us away for sure 😖

[@CamperVanya]

@@LifeistooshortCK We did the same for years and for the same reason. Not so for me now. The wardens were wearing ear protectors, and I considered asking for a pair 😂

[@HitchUpAndTow]

Lovely video Sue, we definitely need to pay the Cotswold to visit. Thanks for sharing

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks guys. The bit I saw of the Cotswolds certainly makes you want to return.

[@DesmondsDonders]

Great that you are out and about Sue and in such a lovely area. Shame about the puncture but you got to check out the pub lol. Good you got the specs fixed. Our nearest persevered railway is called the Whisky Line, cannot think why.

[@CamperVanya]

Oh yes, every cloud ... 😉 It was my first trip to the area. Won't be my last. Take care both 😊

[@jeanettesmart9990]

Great video as always Sue. You are one amazing lady going it alone. I don’t think I’m brave and have never been away by myself as John is always with me . I know you would wish it wasn’t soli traveling however I think your amazing 👍⭐️

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Jeanette I hope you're well. Thanks for your kind words. I can honestly say that I would never have imagined myself doing this solo either before I lost Bri. I couldn't imagine ever wanting to, but now I crave solo van time, it's just so good for the spirits. Take care x

[@lindao1327]

Nice to see you back out with Vanya Sue! The Cotswolds is so pretty. Take care. ❤

[@CamperVanya]

Hiya Linda, thank you it's good to be back out n about. It was a great few days there, can't wait to return. ATB to you too 😊

[@CaravanningwiththeMrs]

Hi Sue, haven't seen you for a bit, lovely to see a nice part of the Cotswolds that we haven't been to, we're only starting to explore the area, great news about your glasses and the lovely people you met. I always carry a spare inner tube with me.

[@CamperVanya]

Hi there, thanks for watching. It was my first visit to the area so I thought I'd concentrate on a small area and see as much as I could in the few days. I've had sealant pumped into my inner tubes and am hoping for no more punctures for a while 🤞. I've forgotten how to fix a puncture and it was the back wheel with all the gear/motor thingies attached so really didn't fancy trying 😂 Hope you're having some great travels. Take care.

[@JosephRiley-f6j]

Hi Sue, really enjoy your videos, glad to see you're back out enjoying your travels. In a similar position, as a solo traveller I am about to buy my first camper van. Your vlog has given me lots of ideas for trips. Onward! 🙂

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Joseph, it's good to be getting out again I've missed it. Once you get a few trips under your belt it gets a lot easier in all respects. I'm glad my vlogs help with ideas. Have a great time when you get the van. I'm sure you'll love it as much as I am doing 😊👍

[@robgriesdoorn6611]

Great to see you again Sue and enjoy your adventures as always.....I hope all is well with you we had to miss you for a while but you are back bummed about your glasses and bike, but in the end everything turned out okay ...till next video and like you always say.... Onwardddddddddd😉👍

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers Rob! It's good to be back out in the van and all's well that ends well 🤣. ONWARD! always👍

[@Craftylisa69]

Can’t wait for next episodes 👏🏼

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks Lisa, I’m on with them 😊👍🏻

[@janetbowen7854]

Lovely video Sue, great to see you out on the road again, having fun and enjoying your campervan. Looking forward to the next instalment. Cheers, Janet (onwards 😀)

[@CamperVanya]

Glad you enjoyed it Janet. Thank you and ONWARD! 😁

[@pamfreeman5197]

One more trip and you're more confident and look a lot more at ease. Well done young lady. Onward and upward. Bri would be proud of you and I'm sure he's blown you a couple of kisses and given you one of his comforting hugs. Well done young lass. Do take care. Best wishes, love Pam x

[@CamperVanya]

Thank you Pam, that's a lovely thought. Cheers for the support and all the best to you too x

[@rosesevers5181]

Good to see you out and about again… I had forgotten how pretty the Cotswolds are. X

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks Rose. It was my first visit to the area. The beautiful weather certainly showed the Cotswolds at their best as the trip progressed 😊 x

[@Sarahmatthews167]

Great to see you back touring Tanya, Lovely vlog x

[@CamperVanya]

Thank you! 😊 x

[@NBNatureTrailvan]

Lovely trip Sue. What vanlife is all about. - we hope! Should be getting ours by end September So looking forward to visiting places like these Have a great week 👍👍👍

[@CamperVanya]

Hi, thanks for watching. Roll on September, I bet you can't wait. There's nothing else compares to getting out in the van for me these days. Best wishes to you 😊👍

[@lisawest9803]

Great video Sue, love watching your adventures! Lots of love xxx

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks so much Lisa 🙏 x

[@ianbooth369]

Nice video, reminds when I stayed there a couple of years ago 😊

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers Ian. Can't wait to return 😊

[@paddy1437]

You are definitely more chiiled these days and giving off proper happy vibes

[@CamperVanya]

Oh that's a relief to hear Paddy. Definitely feeling a little more relaxed at last 😊

[@tracygallier2485]

Fab video as always, looking forward to the next instalment. You have grown (along with your following) so much in such a short period of time. Confident and laid back, taking everything in your stride, definitely happiness!! ❤

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers bud, as you know, slowly things are starting to shift with great positivity and I'm embracing it as much as I can with huge relief! See you soon ❤ xx

[@G.J..Journeys]

Looks a beautiful part of the Cotswolds Sue. Thanks for sharing 👍Graeme

[@CamperVanya]

It really is. Looking forward to some return visits. Hope you’re well and thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@brianmoroney3448]

Life is good happy travels

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks very much! It’s getting slower better again. 🙏🏻

[@pamjones3377]

I’m really enjoying your videos, thank you.

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks for taking the time to leave this comment Pam, it’s lovely to hear 😊.

[@madformorgan7848]

We love Broadway and Bourton-on-the-Water is probably our favourite. Busy of course but we love it. Look forward to hearing what you think of it.

[@CamperVanya]

I’m looking forward to doing that video because I absolutely loved it there. Normally I avoid really busy places but I found the vibe of Bourton fabulous. I can see why it’s a favourite 😍

[@viv-i-vangoesforth]

when we used to bimble down the M5 and stop on Frankley services , my catchphrase used to be...... "Frankly, I couldnt gve a damn" lol. I know, you guessed what was coming lol. I'm really glad you are opening up to vanlife travel, Sue. I am trying to do the same myself slowly but surely. its hard but it has to be done. That was a nice little bimble , Sue and nice to watch you slowly unwind and enjoy the moment. Much respect- Kenny

[@CamperVanya]

Ooh, very Clark Gable! Thanks Kenny, I hope you're learning to embrace it a little more now. It's a process isn't it and one that we just have to learn to trust and go with the flow of. Everything's so much easier when we can do that. All the best to you.

[@JPfreespirit]

Awe that was fab. So nice to see you enjoying yourself. What a shame about your tyre. But I'm sure you will get that fixed. Looking forward to the next episode x We had some excitement in Pickering king Charles came to visit us. I did a quick tidy round in case he wanted some Yorkshire tea 😂. Take care Sue x Jane

[@CamperVanya]

Haha, who wouldn't want Yorkshire Tea. Even I, a true Lancashire lass, won't drink any other! Things are starting slowly to get easier now Jane, and real enjoyment is pushing through. ATB x

[@janettetaylor8760]

Always carry a pump refix kits and inner tubes top tips for u . I always carry them in my mountain bike in my panniers..

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks Janette, good advice. Someone mentioned to carry a small spray thingy for pumping up in emergencies. Any experience of those? Id never heard of them before.

[@janettetaylor8760]

sue I have all that in my bike panniers.

[@outdoorstours]

An another nice video, great vlog and presentation. Like 231

[@CamperVanya]

Thank you very much! 👍🏻

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

Sue this looked like a lovely trip apart from the puncture and the glasses ( which i think you said you broke before the trip ) so nice to get out cycing, we love that too and The Cotswolds is beautiful :) ~ Anna ❤

[@CamperVanya]

You are right, cycling is a great way to explore. The puncture got sorted next day but also took up half the day, and it’s true that things happen in threes as you’ll see next time but it’s all good fun! 😄👍🏻

[@chrisandsamlivingthedream]

Lovley place as usual sue .. on your way there you came through my home town …Newcastle under Lyme … cheers Chris & Sammy xx

[@CamperVanya]

Hi both, it was a great drive and a fab week away. Feels like soooo long ago now. Hope you’re getting out in the van more than I am just now xx

[@chrisandsamlivingthedream]

@@CamperVanya been that wet round here .. waiting for it dry up sue .. just MOT,ed it all ready go .. cheers Chris & Sammy xx

[@adrianmichell2751]

Also , you may know but.... They do puncture resistant tyres . Halfords and Wilkinson's stores. Not very expensive! I had to have many glass punctures before upgrading to the better tyres which I had no Idea existed before !

[@CamperVanya]

Definitely on my list to look at better tyres 👍🏻👍🏻

[@tmaz3654]

I love broadway site, its on i would recommend

[@CamperVanya]

Me too and I’d happily return.

[@franksanderson4939]

you make me laugh,probably becouse we are in the same place ,loved the bit about talking to people with ease ,bring it on ,

[@CamperVanya]

Hehe glad you enjoyed it. Definitely noticed how far I’ve come during this trip compared to earlier ones 😊👍🏻

[@MarilynChandler-gu5vt]

First time I watched your vlog and, have to say I enjoyed it. I’m off Wednesday to Cotswolds and can’t wait as never been before. Mal 🍷

[@CamperVanya]

Hello Mal, thanks for watching and leaving a comment. It's good to hear you enjoyed the vlog. It was also my first visit to the Cotswolds. I'm sure you'll have a great time, it's just so beautiful. Enjoy! 😀

[@adrianmichell2751]

Hi, you probably know ,but.,. They do green puncture repair in a can both for bicycles and cars/vans. Easy to connect to valve stem and instant repair inflation! Also tubes with green puncture repair fluid pre supplied ! I learnt the hard way after 20 odd miles of a 25 mile ride to work one morning ! Adrenaline kicked in and pushing the bicycle the remainder. I was kind of trusting to luck as only three gears worked and the handle bars kept moving from usual position to inline with frame and wheel ! I learnt to watch the wheel position and not the handle bar ! Yes, I am old enough to know better But still young enough not to be to concerned ! The bicycle was emergency measure due to having my vehicle deliberately smashed into ! These things do not stop us do they ! 😄🙂

[@CamperVanya]

Haha, that does sound a hard lesson learned. Halfords tried to pump the green stuff in but it wouldn’t go in. So he replaced the inner tube and pumped it into both front and rear inner tubes for future protection so I’m hopeful 😁🤞🏻. I’d never heard of the stuff before that.

[@stevecarter8846]

Nice one Sue, love the Cotswolds. Broadway is a lovely town proper Cotswolds, never stayed at that site but I was at Moreton in Marsh

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers Steve. Broadway was lovely and Moreton-in-Marsh is on my 'To Do' along with soooo many others. We'll never run out of places will we! 😊

[@stevecarter8846]

@@CamperVanya Morton in Marsh wardens are strict on the 1pm site entry time as we found out 🤷‍♂️ 😉

[@Goldenretrieverandacampervan]

Great to see you out at one of our favourite sites. Hope your bikes fixed now 😎

[@CamperVanya]

I can see why you like it there, such a lovely site and location. The bike was fixed the next day so all was well

[@yaminthegrey]

Hari OM OOOOOHhhh out and about again! Looks fab - and two things broken and mended... I do so hope there wasn't a third! I do think you have become more relaxed - at least from how things come across on the vids. Nothing beats a good ol' natter with a total stranger! I am looking forward to some on my impending first big trip in The Grey... YAM xx

[@CamperVanya]

Hello Yam, congrats on The Grey. I hope you have many wonderful adventures in him/her. I’m embracing meeting new people again now and was always sociable in the past but lost most of my confidence through trauma & grief, but yes feeling more chilled all the time. Funnily enough there is a third thing next week 🤣 but it’s all good fun!! Take care xx

[@FreeBirdUKVanLife]

Bloody hell. No notification again grrr at YT. I just thought hang on I'm sure you said you were putting a vid out recently so cane to see if yt in its wisdom had unsubscribed me. It hadn't but didn't see a notification either. Oof!! Another fab video Sue, you always find beautiful places and just love your humour. Hope your doing ok? 111 great no for manifesting goals. X 😊

[@CamperVanya]

Hiya, thank you! KZbin is a quirky old thing isn’t it. I’m doing fine thanks. My computer is still with Curry’s repair they’re making a right meal of either fixing it or just telling me it’s not fixable. So vlogs currently on hold. Hope all good with you. Take care x

[@FreeBirdUKVanLife]

@@CamperVanya Bloody technology eh, hope you get it back soon lovely. X

[@edboyle5477]

Lovely video Sue, great idea with the bike tour of the site. Another one for me to bookmark. Cheers.

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers Ed, I know some people like to see the whole site. I can recommend it 👍🏻

[@sylviapage8572]

Great video, shame about the puncture. We’re at the Tewkesbury Abbey site now and it’s a great location for us. We’re now heading to Somerset, Devon and Cornwall for 4 weeks. Thanks for sharing another interesting video.

[@CamperVanya]

Hi Sylvia. Thanks for watching. Your 4 week trip sounds wonderful. Have a great time! 😊

[@LifeinLancashire]

When your bike requires new tyres, consider putting Swalbe Marathon Plus tyres on the wheels. Great tyres and I've never had a puncture with those and they last for thousands of miles.

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks for that recommendation. I’ve made a note and had a quick look at them, they sound ideal. Hopefully they’ll do the size I need. I may be looking sooner rather than later for peace of mind. Thanks 👍🏻

[@juliahutchinson4542]

Oh no, it's one of my worst nightmares getting a puncture! How would you be more prepared next time? I carry a pump and spare inner tube but I wouldn't have a clue how to repair a puncture 😱 Love your vlogs .... so well done with great music choices etc. You've come so far since your first one, and great to see you relaxing more into it. such an inspiration.

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks very much Julia I'm glad you enjoy watching because I'm really enjoying the vlogging. After my trip to Halfords following this incident I needed a new inner tube and the chap filled 'slime' in both inner tubes to help seal them from further punctures. I've also been told by a friend to get CO2 sprays/temporary repair kit to tide me over returning to camp if it happens again or at the very least a hand pump. I honestly just set out like nothing like this could ever happen 😆

[@juliahutchinson4542]

@@CamperVanya I've got a Mirider and the inner tubes are filled with this gel which is reassuring. Good to know about the CO2 spray tho, I will check that out 👍

[@CamperVanya]

@@juliahutchinson4542 Gel sounds so much nicer than the slime they said they put in mine 😂

[@touringtroughtons]

Nice to hear you have settled a bit more into solo van life and your 'vibe' is evolving. The way you come across on your vlogs is obviously reaching beyond the camera and into 'real' life. Shame about the puncture and wise not to try and ride it flat.

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks for your lovely comment. The transition from couples to solo travel has been a journey in itself but on looking back over the last couple of years I’ve come a long way and now it’s time to start really enjoying it 🙏🏻😊

[@OthmarsVlog]

awesome & well done 👍🙏💯

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks so much! 🙌🏻😊

[@annefaz6141]

You could’ve put a bit of tape on those glasses Sue and got another 10 years out of them 😂 Great to share your travels xx

[@CamperVanya]

If it happens again it will come to that. Costing me a fortune! xx

[@englishvillagewalks]

You can’t beet a visit to the Cotswolds Sue. Looks like you had a lovely time, and love the new wheels. 👍

[@CamperVanya]

Oh it was every bit as beautiful as I’d imagined. The wheels have been a fab addition, really pleased with them. Thanks for watching 😊

[@ColinOBear]

When I read 'Lower Facilities Block' I thought to myself, "that's a euphemism for toilets I've never seen or heard of before!" 😆😆😆😆

[@CamperVanya]

Ha, my kind of comment! 👍🏻

[@ColinOBear]

@@CamperVanya I always go low... can't help it! 😁

[@ColinOBear]

@@CamperVanya AND I loved the video btw - the Cotswolds wasn't THAT far from where I was born (the clues in the name) so I have been once or twice. Food looked faab too. 😍

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks, hope ur getting out plenty too 😊

[@ColinOBear]

@@CamperVanya yes and no. I'm going out on drives but that's it. Too much to say and this is not the place. Am still hopeful though. ❤️

[@donnysweekendvanlifetravel7854]

looks like you had a great tie doom bar yum nice tribute too shame about punture look forward to next vid sue all the best donny xx

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers Donny, it all worked out fine in the end and the Cotswolds were so beautiful. Take care x

[@christinamacintyre9972]

So when you go home you need to get a puncture repair kit - or you can get cans you spray into the tyre that fixes the hole so you can pump it up yourself. I have used them and they are great. Any local bike shop would show you how to change a tyre etc

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks for the spray recommendation. I’m looking at those as someone else has mentioned them to me since. I wasn’t even aware of them before 👍🏻

[@mickylawless1941]

Loverly video Sue. The Cotswolds are a beautiful region. I must confees, I would have ordered the ham supremo. I'm the weirdo who loves pineapple on my pizza. Flat tires are never fun. But with a puncture repair kit, the fun need not end on a flat note. 😅 Thank you for the view of Broadway. Cheers!

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers Micky for watching and commenting. Between you and me I’m not anti-pineapple either 😆. I’ve been educated now on sprays/gels to help prevent and fix punctures that I wasn’t even aware of before so it’s been educational haha.

[@mickylawless1941]

@@CamperVanya the bike tire/tube world is benefiting from auto tire tech. My wife and I are bicycle riders and so far…knock on wood…I seem to avoid punctures. I really do enjoy your videos. Can’t wait for another view of the Cotswolds. Cheers!

[@mariskav9651]

just found your channel. I'm from the Netherlands and next week we want to go to the cotswolds so I was very happy to see all your movies. We want to bring our bicycles (Dutch people and their bikes 😅), but I wonder if its safe to bike in the UK between all the traffic. It's not like in Holland. We have a poptop van also.

[@CamperVanya]

Hi there 👋 fellow pop-topper! Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a message. I’m sure you will have a wonderful time in the cotswolds it’s so beautiful, and I’m glad the videos were of interest. I also love exploring on a bike & prefer designated cycle paths when they’re available but there aren’t enough of them in our country. However, I did find the roads where I visited safe enough around the villages. It’s an area I plan to return to. Have a fabulous trip! All the best, Sue 😊🚐🚲

[@mariskav9651]

​@@CamperVanya Thank you for your answer 😃

[@adrianmichell2751]

How can you sit on them ? Well, my eyes are not in my bottom cheeks !😃😉 Sometimes, heat shrink electric tubing insulation can buy you a temporary solution! Cut a small piece and thread onto frames and arm . Play a lighters flame on it to shrink! Can sometimes act as a temporary solution! Happy motorhome camping. Keep up the excellent videos! Keep happy, healthy and safe !

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers Adrian, I’m hoping the ‘green stuff’ now pumped in will help provide future protection. When I’ve used the current tyres a bit more (still quite new) I’ll look at better tyres too. Thanks for the comments and suggestions. Appreciated. ATB, Sue 👍🏻

[@jamesrussell5490]

Great video, you don't look sad,there are still some friendly people out there . Specs look good try not to sit on them 😂😂

[@CamperVanya]

The ones I was wearing as temporary replacements are the ones I sat on during the Robin Hood’s Bay trip. So my past form doesn’t bode particularly well for the new pair but 🤞🏻🙏🏻

[@jeffjones9792]

That was a lovely video. Many thanks. The one positive to this wretched Brexit - stay here and explore our heritage. You have certianly done that in the Cotswolds. Stay safe, and thanks again.😊

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks Jeff. I agree, I love exploring our own beautiful Country and rich history. Safe travels to you too 👍

[@blakes4ontour]

Been to Broadway campsite a couple of Christmasses ago. Think the Duke of E's caravan bits weren't there then. Blimey. That was quick with your glasses. Ju Xx

[@CamperVanya]

The optician was very impressive and laughed when he saw my shock at how quickly he sorted my problem. It’s a great location isn’t it. xx

[@getawaygeese]

Love l a rammed services😂 Love those tyres and rise noise Great to see you out on the road and the other day we recorded a q&a and answered your question re solo travel which was a very reflective moment Great to see bike is well used until the puncture - what a pain I wish e scooters were utilised as I would get two I think as more space efficient for us You can’t beat a steam train and where was the pineapple on the pizza 😂 Passed through broadway but never stopped - I must Well done sue a great vlog into your travels

[@CamperVanya]

I was a bit of an idiot for not foreseeing a puncture at some point with the bike and it was just another reminder of an old ‘blue job’ that is now mine. I never even used to check the tyre pressures before a bike ride, Bri did all of that, I just climbed on and rode off 😆. I’ve thought the same about E-scooters but I’ve seen so many people get them and never seem to use them again which makes me wonder how good they are. Also I’m not sure about the laws around them, people seem to moan about them more than they do the drones 😂🤷🏻‍♀️. I loved the Cotswolds, it was a great week there. I look forward to hearing your thoughts on solo travel but have to say that when Bri was around I would’ve said that I wouldn’t carry on doing it alone. I guess we only truly know when faced with it & can surprise ourselves. This little van though, best decision ever! 😍

[@getawaygeese]

@@CamperVanya you inspire people let alone yourself subconsciously that makes those that doubt go for it E scooter so scooters in uk are not legal on road or pavement unless you rent a council one I believe It’s a great idea as a fiancé saver but as ever H&s police stop the fun - they just need to limit speed and make helmets mandatory …. To many bloody opinions stop things get in the way

[@CamperVanya]

@@getawaygeese Yes it’s a shame how H&S has a tendency to remove ALL freedom and fun in one fell swoop rather than identifying & addressing the genuine concerns. It’s harsher on those of us who grew up in an era when we were allowed to dice with a little danger now and then! 😆

[@Professionalmoochers]

Sarah wants to know if she can stay in prince Philips caravan 😂🤦🏼‍♂️ Site with pizza has our backing! 😍

[@CamperVanya]

Haha, could you imagine! No ̶p̶o̶i̶n̶t̶ harm asking 🤣. Pizza was great, very tasty 😋

[@stephenoseman3579]

Hi ya sue great videos as usual can i ask whats your views on the the bike and is it easy to use if the battery goes flat also can you only charge the battery via mains electric thanks steve

[@CamperVanya]

Hiya 👋 I find this bike perfect for me. At 20kg weight (incl battery) it’s still just manageable enough to lift when folded in its cover up into the passenger seat to keep it out of the hab area between uses so it doesn’t ever get in the way and there’s no need for a bike rack. I haven’t run the battery flat yet but I ride it lots without the battery switched on and find it fine. I use the battery mostly where I want speed or a good push up a hill. I don’t always use it on level tracks, just the odd boost here and there so it should be fine if the battery runs flat. I’m not sure about charging options. I always charge mine from the mains but I suppose if you had a powerful enough power bank with the correct power output for the battery it should charge ok. I’m no expert on that 😆. One thing I would change on the bike are the tyres. They’re not great so I’m looking to get some better ones for a bit rougher cycle track terrain and better puncture protection. Hope that helps a bit. Thanks for watching 😊👍🏻

[@janl7552]

Lovely video Sue. Where did you get that ‘flame’ lamp? It gives such a cosy glow!

[@CamperVanya]

Hello Jan and thank you. This is my little lamp, it’s a Bluetooth speaker as well. Love it. amzn.to/3qzMBVn

[@janl7552]

Thank you Sue. Keep up the good work with your vlogs. I have only recently found your channel but I’m enjoying your gentle, friendly style and uk trips. Bri would certainly be very proud of you. 🌸💕. xx

[@CamperVanya]

@@janl7552 I’m glad you found the channel and enjoy the vlogs, and thank you for such a lovely comment. I do love to hear Bri’s name mentioned ❤️ x

[@janl7552]

@@CamperVanya ❤️One for you Sue ❤️ and one for Bri. xx

[@tracyfun6918]

Nice too see u back again, where did you get your flickering lamp and is it battery operated xx

[@CamperVanya]

Thanks Tracy, good to be back. The flickering lamp is also a bluetooth speaker and is usb charged. It's great I use it all the time in the van. This is the one - amzn.to/3qzMBVn

[@campervangaz]

Lovely video Sue. Gotta love the Cotswolds. Hope the bike soon got fixed. Cheers 😊

[@CamperVanya]

Cheers Gaz, hope all good with you. The bike got fixed and I hopped back on it 😊👍🏻