The Lake District turns NASTY - VANLIFE UK

Join us, Carol & Ken, on our first trip in our new Consort Nova Motorhome called Snoopy, as we continue to get used to driving and living in a larger van.
In this video, we hunker down on a campsite to avoid some bad weather, do some campervan chores, try that vegan soup and rustle up some delicious chocolate chip cookies.
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Welcome to our channel! We're Carol and Ken, retired professionals turned van life enthusiasts. We share our adventures across the UK and Europe in our camper van, which we have just upgraded to a slightly larger model.
Our goal is to provide a relaxing, honest account of van life, with no scripted drama - just the real, day-to-day experiences of our travels. Many of our viewers find our content calming, and we hope you will too.
We're passionate about wild camping and love to share our knowledge and tips, from staying cool in the van to choosing the right toilet. We're always learning and look forward to sharing our campervanning experiences with you.
While we love the freedom of wild camping, we also enjoy supporting local businesses by indulging in delicious local food. Expect to see plenty of one-pan meals and restaurant visits in our videos.
We like historical sites, country homes, towns, villages, and the occasional city. We aim to share interesting facts and stories about the places we visit.
We post new videos every Friday at 6pm UK time, sometimes more often.
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This episode was filmed 4th & 5th February 2024.
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[@easteryeko9742]

I love it when the older ones do vanlife. No over the top booty shots just pure experience

[@LifeistooshortCK]

You wouldn’t want to see my booty 😁👍

[@BoadiceanRevenge]

Except when the towel slips when coming out if the shower block!😱😵‍💫😂😂😂🙋🙏

[@dyhmen]

I watched this last night feeling rundown and starting to get sick, and the video was so lovely, quiet and kind of meditative and actually made me feel better. Something about being snug on a rainy day is so soothing and makes one appreciate the tiny things in life. I'd love more on rainy days of just the quiet of sitting inside your van that seems so cozy, looking out the windows, with not much going on and yet still it reinforces that the small things in life are so nice to have. Thanks for this.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

We are glad it helped. Hope you feel better soon 👍

[@trishalyons7587]

Hi, I live in USA, and I watch a lot of British vlogs. You and your husband are great. He’s so funny. I love it, and I’m gonna subscribe. My dog died last week and I’ve had a hard day of crying, but you made me laugh. Especially when you said those cookies are going in and out like a fiddlers elbow I lost it that cracked me up. Thank you so much for making my day better.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Hi Trish. So sorry for the loss of your dog. That always hits hard. Glad we made you smile and thanks for the sub ❤️

[@PamelaD963]

Nothing more British than a wet day in the Lake District !

[@mobile_noble4026]

“12 hours later they finally stopped talking “ 😂 that’s what sisters do!

[@RobertSmith-cv1cu]

You really look comfortable. That van has changed your life.

[@leannearnold8326]

Hi Carol and Ken - it genuinely heartens me to see you both comfortable in the new van - life is too short to be without a decent bed and a loo on hand 😂❤

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Too true 🙂❤️

[@louisetwinberrow5508]

Hope the weather improves soon. Think we are all fed up now with all the wind and rain

[@LifeistooshortCK]

They are forecasting 18° in the south tomorrow 😎🤞

[@jasonkaye2637]

I live in a van full time, over 3 years now. I love watching your vids. you somehow center me, I find your vids very relaxing to watch...Dont change. Thankyou

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Good because we want them to be relaxing with a laugh every now and then. There is far too much drama in the world without us adding to it. 😁👍. We hope you are enjoying being full time and saving some cash along the way 👍

[@janinehiggins1507]

I envy you living in your van .it must be agrest life 😅😅😅

[@JohnIrwin-rw8zi]

We love watching you both in your new van so much room. Enjoy😊🤚

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Cheers John 👍

[@geraldpenix940]

I really enjoyed the videos of you in the little red camper but snoopy looks so much more comfortable and roomy. So happy for you guys. As always I love the scenery and the history you give with the video. Thanks

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Cheers Gerald 👍

[@jackiehurditch6895]

Best part of the day when you have a motorhome is watching new arrivals with a caravan putting up their awning! We used to have bets how long the couples would be civil to each other!!😂😂😂

[@bordersw1239]

Like watching a motorhome trying to park in the local town, finding all the parking has height restrictions.

[@glynmoore3730]

Best part of a caravan is you don't have to put up an awning, and have more living space than a campervan too. I have a lwb Sprinter campervan and love it, but prefer the caravan we had before, the awning (porch style) was a bonus. Plus once on site we had a convenient car to see the sights. Like both camping alternatives, but prefer the caravan.

[@Harris_The_Cocker]

Best part of having a caravan is passing all the motorhomers at the bus stop😂

[@jackiehurditch6895]

@@Harris_The_Cocker Touché!!! :)

[@jackiehurditch6895]

At least we're being good to the environment though!

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

Ken your sense of humour will get you into trouble in that little van of yours😂😂. Great to see you both getting so much use out of your new van.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thanks 👍

[@amandapeckitt2649]

The drive from Windermere to Keswick never gets old ❤ xx

[@user-wp7zn8ii5u]

When we get older we become window monitors, why is that? I get a chuckle from everyone of your videos, thank you. The drone footage is always the best and I love Carol's narration.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thank you 🙂

[@Juliemorgana]

Love the humour ... adding sausages to the vegan soup. My kind of people!

[@annefletcher1322]

Just happened upon your channel. I live in Cumbria, having moved to the UK 3 years ago from South Africa. It's lovely to see our beautiful county through someone else's eyes 😊. Sorry the weather was a bit pants. Winter hasn't quite let go, but as you say, it's beautiful in the Lake District regardless.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Welcome to the channel. We love The Lakes at any time of year ❤️

[@AJ-qn6gd]

@@LifeistooshortCKJust as well lol 👍🏻

[@Heather-J]

Love this!! Can’t beat a bit of people watching on a campsite 😂

[@DMAC1301]

I just love the drives through little towns. It’s so beautiful.

[@chief274]

I like watching you guys just chill in the "Airbnb on wheels" munching out. It's so relaxing for me. Keep them coming :D

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching 🙂

[@matthewedwards3550]

GREETINGS from the USA...Just came upon you two!!...what a delightful couple you are!!!...love your home!... WELL DONE!!!... SAFE TRAVELS TO YOU BOTH!

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Hi Matthew. Big hello to the USA 👍

[@Stchristopherofatlantis]

You can’t beat waffles, we’ve found they are very versatile. Thank you for completing our Friday evening again. It always surprises us when we get better internet speeds out and about than at home on fibre. You’re still our favourite channel. All the best both of you ❤

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Waffley versatile 😂 Thanks guys 😀❤️

[@annec8871]

Thanks for this video. Snoopy is so comfortable in any weather.

[@maryg.249]

I love cozy weather days. You settle in and enjoy the views and good food. Mary

[@LifeistooshortCK]

So true!

[@robertirving5293]

What a lovely video Ken & Carol

[@mandydryden269]

Love you two 😊 such entertaining watching! Thank you 😊

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thank you ❤️

[@ChrisHunt4497]

Lovely video to watch. You both seem so much happier in Snoopy. Funny how things work out, like it was meant to be.

[@terranno]

Snoopy is doing great,that was a good place to sit out the storm no trees or anything flying around good blog

[@vanessagardiner7663]

Lovely seeing the Lake District (even in the rain)!

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Yes it’s always a treat being there.

[@dross24MA]

I do love how you two split the joys and chores of vanning with such ease and humor! Thank you from the East coast of the USA.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thank you. Greetings to the East Coast USA 👍

[@martina21953]

You two are a hoot and the countryside is so beautiful!

[@Homer2q]

That van is the best! You seem so comfortable and can have your own space for doing different things. Plus, cookies! Congrats!

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thank you 🙂

[@Been_there_diaries]

Another great video guys! Thank you 😊

[@don-qb4xb]

Stayed at that site right at the top of the hill. Oh boy can it blow there.

[@Hepzibahlee8440]

Thanks for the fun video 😊 no profanity, finally a yt channel for the family to watch🎉

[@lindabromage6550]

My first time watching Really enjoyed your vlog 👍

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@maureendoyle6627]

Enjoy and stay safe.its good to see you on your travels.Thank you for sharing.Maureen and Arthur

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching 🙂

[@lynmclaughlin7125]

Thank you for this video. I love the lake district and it was nice to see the places I recognize. Beautiful in all weathers 😍.

[@johnbailey5728]

Hi Ken and Carol we stayed there a while back in our van. Weather was very similar. There is a nice walk down to the town from there and a steep walk back. Enjoy your new van. Love the videos and music too.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Cheers 👍

[@claudieschmidt2353]

I love they way you trade off chores and so thoughtful of each other. Loving your travels in your new van. Enjoy seeing the countryside. Claudie/Texas

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thanks so much! 🙂

[@susanb8354]

I always enjoy your videos. You create an atmosphere that is a pleasure to share.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thank you 👍

[@judithwood2179]

This is my all time favourite campsite. I visit normally twice a year. Up until a couple of years ago I was in a tent but now in a microcamper. However I was due to visit in March and arrived in Keswick just as it was getting dark with horizontal snow so chickened out and stayed in a local Premier Inn!!

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Wise move on the Premier Inn. I bet a few tents go flying up there at times. Have you experienced the low flying jets 🫣😁👍

[@user-hm5wq4sm5g]

Lovely! In rain, or shine.

[@darwinhall8550]

Good video, thanks for sharing.

[@williamchanning9055]

I have literally just returned from a week in Ambleside with the family, so many roads and names instantly recognisable. Great video 😊

[@rogerthornhill2435]

It’s good to see you enjoying the comforts of your new van. Couldn’t recognise the site then realised we stopped at Castle Rig Hall . Our favourite place was the caravan and camping club site on the shaws of Derwentwater. Keswick is our special place. Enjoy Brysons, Booths, the theatre by the lake, the Dog and Gun and the Skiddaw. Thank you for bringing back some special memories.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Glad to bring back some happy memories for you 🙂

[@leenewcome85]

Great video Ken & Carol cookies 🍪 looked great, nice to see you both settling into your new van 😊

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Cheers Lee 🙂

[@julie3935]

Tha Lake District is so beautiful, the stone circle at Castlerigg is magical. New van looks great.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Cheers 👍

[@knavesmire007]

You two never seem to get bored even in the awful weather.I like how you make your own meals...and cookies.You are an inspiration.

[@susanhill9166]

I enjoyed your video, nice and calming to watch, I have subscribed to your channel ❤

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thanks Susan, much appreciated ❤️

[@asaprocky8195]

Always nice to share the time with your videos. That van really looks comfy. Nice to know that it's creature warm during cold wet weather. The perfect combination of temperatures.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thanks for watching 🙂

[@Verolader]

Beautiful photography

[@TheJonesy15]

New to your videos - big fan of camper van videos, great insight to your camper van life! Keep up the great content. 😀

[@novicehiker]

I'm craving cookies now! I'm going to get some of those for our first motorhome trip this spring, funnily enough also to Keswick. Enjoy your travels and thank you for sharing the video, it seems as though Snoopy is proving to be a lovely, comfortable space and perfect for hunkering down on those cold, windy days.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Enjoy your first trip 👍

[@tylerstravels0610]

Its brilliant how you both seem so relaxed in your Consort, as we are in ours, even in bad weather they are a brilliant place to be. Debz does not use the oven much she prefers the air fryer or microwave that we carry around with us. Looked like typical lake district weather mind 🙂 Take care, Trev Febz and Tyler xx

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Yes we might get an air fryer soon as you can’t beat one for chips 😁👍

[@karentemplesnow8960]

Carol's cookies looked so lovely. Keep dry, and happy to hear the Christmas music is back. It always makes me chuckle xxx

[@LifeistooshortCK]

😁👍

[@marynahanks5885]

He looked after you indeed. Love your videos 😊

[@anthonyellis1409]

Safe journeys.

[@kiaoraable]

Your countryside and weather is so much like Tasmania, Australia. Beautiful

[@LifeistooshortCK]

We would love to visit Tasmania one day 🙂

[@deltafit]

We done exactly what you guys did. Kendal Cricket club, then onto Castlerigg Farm. We also parked down by the toilet block but couldn't get level (sure its a 15% incline those pitches 😅) so we also had to move 😅 great to see you guys really settled into Snoopy now 😊

[@LifeistooshortCK]

I think a fair few move from those pitches. They need big ramps or customers who don’t mind being on the wonk. 😁👍

[@elisabeth8335]

Stayed on that site in 1972. Had a good day out and got back to find a gale going on. Our small frame tent still standing but most other tents flattened and peoples belongings blowing away. We had to do a hasty pack and get the frame down without removing any pegs before bundling the canvas in the car!!

[@LifeistooshortCK]

It is an exposed site so must be challenging in a tent when it’s windy!

[@LeisureBit]

We do love your van form factor and wish I wasn’t so tall. Can’t whack the Lakes - we like Keswick and stayed on the same site last year - good outlook across isn’t there. Have a great weekend - David & Rachel 👍

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thanks guys, you too 🙂

[@nidge2822]

Well hello Ken & Carol, you have a new van wow its beautiful and looks so toasty and warm 😊,so sorry I've not been watching ,so much time spent looking after my rosie I don't get much free time anymore, well you both look well and relaxed 😊good to see you both out enjoying life x

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Hello Nidge. Don’t you worry about not watching you focus on Rosie. All the best from us ❤️

[@markatchison9974]

Nice video. We used to frequent Castlerigg Farm & Castlerigg Hall. Both closed their cafe's during 'covid' & neither opened back up (to this day). The Hayloft was a great place to eat & saved cooking in the van. Both are sloping sites, so we stopped going altogether. Shame.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Shame to lose the cafes.

[@lindao1327]

Late watching as just back from Inverness. I love potato waffles with an Egg on top! Love how you have all the space now and a tv to watch. Take care Carol and Ken.

[@suzysandiego6478]

Great video! I bet Snoopy smelled wonderful when those cookies were baking! 😊🍪🍪

[@karenchapman2561]

Great vid Carol & Ken 😁

[@davypeugeot]

That van has really made you guys so happy. Didn't even really natter about the weather u can still relax. What a way to end the video with some yummy cookies. Thanks for sharing guys.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Glad you enjoyed it. We can recommend the cookies 🙂👍

[@bevd8181]

So enjoying seeing you both settle into Snoopy. What a lovely van she is. You both seem more relaxed each time we see you now. Wonderful ❤xx

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thank you! 😊

[@PandaP57]

We were there at the time you were there

[@user-el4mn4dm2d]

Your weather is very similar to NZ. Nice & easy listening vids good chilling out. Nice van, hope you enjoy such a nice camp. Cheers.

[@adogaday]

It is lovely seeing you spending time in the van and looking so contented. How cool to be able to bake cookies in the van. And thank you for sharing the link to the murmuration video. Really very kind of you…again❤

[@LifeistooshortCK]

That was a great video 👍

[@pageant1fd]

Life is too short and sadly so are your videos 🥲. Always look forward to a new notification of your latest adventure. Thanks for sharing.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Glad you enjoy the videos. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@marionjohansson4235]

Lovely thank you for that. Those cookies did look delicious.

[@mkeizer8134]

Hello you two, for a moment I couldn't figure out if it's spring yet, but hey, it's England. You can have a 'fireplace' on your telly (saw it in a hotel once) and warm your hands with a nice cup of tea and warm cookies.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

These videos are behind reality. That was Jan/Feb 👍

[@brendanrapple5361]

Fabulous Video Thank You

[@marydeavin7947]

The Lake District is on my bucket list and watching your travels gives me a glimpse of what to expect! Thank you.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Well worth a visit 👍

[@bertibear1300]

That’s a great van.I would buy the same.

[@johnlong8082]

Hi Ken and Carol, Lake District always a fave camping area. Stayed at that site and the ‘other’ one across the road, both great sites. Walk back from the town a bit taxing though! Enjoy, John L 👍

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thanks John. We didn’t brave the walk down into Keswick😬

[@karensmith7927]

Love watching you two, so calm and ‘normal’ I’ve subscribed to your channel 👍

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thanks for subscribing 🙂👍❤️

[@CarlDavison]

Love your adventures x

[@williehannon9306]

Would love to see the Lake District some day. Really growing into "snoopy" now

[@marcusd2380]

Yet another great video. Just seen u power cord is very long for the van which is handy for the obvious reasons but the problem is it has to be stretched out with out any coiling as the coil will heat up and harden the cable or worst case it can catch fire.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

I have changed it now for a better one. Highly doubt it will be used much going forward 👍

[@tinasavage674]

When the views are like this the weather doesn't matter 😊 thanks for the new trip.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

So true!

[@lindafielding6733]

Just a suggestion about the rattles from the oven. I use oven shelf guards on the sides of the shelves which stops these rattling and don’t need to be removed to use the oven. That just leaves the grill pan etc which I put in a Jiffy bag so it’s quick to remove before lighting the oven

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thanks for the tip! Just ordered some 🙂👍

[@peterfawcett9969]

It's so funny herring you comments 'I'll have this big one' 😂

[@davidtarbuck3532]

I’ve stumbled across your channel and its brilliant we have a caravan and love new arrivals we spend 2 hours watching someone reverse their motorhome onto a pitch in the mud.. it was delightful we had snacks and everything and far better than anything on the tv

[@LifeistooshortCK]

😅 We miss all that excitement when we’re wild camping 😁

[@sweetlorraine6982]

Looks so cosy in the motor home the weather in England argh 😊

[@gold4leaf]

Hi Carol and Ken, thanks for the info on bridge house Ambleside, we only knew it was a private residence, we had lunch in a very nice cafe in town and had a good look around to walk it off, until the next vid, cheers, Garry from DownUnder

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Cheers Garry 👍

[@joslinmorrison8527]

I do enjoy a spot of tea and the cookies look delicious 😊

[@vanceroebuck7364]

Thank you for you lovely relaxing videos , You cheer me up so thank you .

[@LifeistooshortCK]

You’re very welcome. Thanks for watching 🙂

[@sylviapage8572]

Another great video and just to say I really enjoy receiving your newsletter. Thanks as always for sharing your adventure.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

You are so welcome! Thanks for your support ❤️

[@stellaswancounselling]

Wonderful. ❤. I know what you mean about red peppers and they are very expensive so I tend to chop them up and put them in the freezer to use with curry and chilli etc. ❤

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Great tip! Thanks 🙂👍

[@aunchaleeloscalzo7195]

Love your new van❤️ so much room so happy for you both. Enjoy the view and your video and your cooking 💕💕💕

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@stevenflight2662]

Hi, hope you're enjoying the wind up at your site, just been walking near the stone circle, we are camping for a couple of nights down I Keswick near the Rugby Club, enjoy your stay from Steve & Joan from Whitby

[@dave40612]

Another great Vlog. The Lakes wouldn't be right without a bit of rough weather. However, when it's nice its glorious. I find it unbelievable that some pedestrians fail to use a crossing correctly. The dog walker at (2:31) was 2 or 3 yards away from a light controlled crossing, yet chose to attempt crossing off the kerb 🤨

[@crawfordg]

Hi Carol and Ken Cookies looked nice. Another great video. The new van is a new start. Kind Regards from a sunny but windy and dry so far West Sussex Coast. Crawford

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thanks for watching. Enjoy your Sunday 🙂

[@colinnewmarch1106]

Ken, you smile a lot more in the new van, suits you ,must be the new size, .When we arrive at a new site, our first stop is the fresh water location ,great video

[@LifeistooshortCK]

It must be true because a lot of people are saying the same 😁👍

[@stevezodiac491]

We have both internal suction cup window blinds and an external thermal blind. We have found that the weather dictates which we use. Obviously the exterior external blind massively reduces condensation by transferring the temp change point to outside the windows but they can cause damage to exterior paint, especially in gritty or sandy conditions at coast locations, when grit particles get blown underneath the blind, with higher winds, turning the exterior thermal blind into an emery block. In this case condensation is preferable using the internal blinds.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Very wise 🙂👍

[@catherineh.2296]

Hello from Daytona Beach, Florida! I so enjoy your journeys. You guys do such good wonderful editing jobs! Great music selections! Bless your travels! 🙏🏻

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Thanks so much!!