We've Quit Van Life / Full Time Caravan Living - Why we're no longer living in our caravan.

Hello Everyone!
Firstly, I am sure that this video will not come as a surprise to those of you who follow us more closely on social media, but...
WE ARE NO LONGER LIVING IN OUR CARAVAN FULL TIME!
The TLDR of it is this: Stacey started a business that has taken off exceptionally well and we wanted to focus on building and developing that. To do this, we quit our Caravan Park Warden job and have temporarily moved back in with Stacey's folks! We couldn't run the business from the caravan full time as it became too busy!
The future is exciting though - we will be travelling the country in our caravan, selling our products at County Shows and Fairs. It gives us a fantastic opportunity to tour the United Kingdom, meet you all and make some money along the way!
How We Support Ourselves:
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www.foxunderthemoon.co.uk/
Music:
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Who are we?
We’re Jamie & Stacey McNeill, two, 30-something professionals, who’d had enough of the rat race in summer 2018, when we quit our jobs and sold our house, in order to live full time in a touring caravan in Wales.
Our channel shows our journey living this way, the highs, the lows and everything else in between. We also use our platform to advocate to others, the benefits of living a lower stress, more balanced lifestyle.
We have built our KZbin reputation to date on honesty and integrity - you won’t find us using ‘click bait’ titles or nudity to draw in ‘cheap views’. We’re here for the long-term to show that this way of living can be a lifelong change for you as well as us.
If you’d like to make contact with us, we’d be delighted to chat with you. We read and respond to every video comment, so feel free to raise a question or anything else that’s on your mind.
Best wishes,
Jamie & Stacey

[@derekfixter9084]

What an uplifting video, nice to see so much positivity. Good luck with everything the future holds for you both.

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thank you so much!

[@maku8313]

You are the most positive people I have ever seen. Good luck for both of you.👍🇫🇮

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thank you for your wonderful, kind comment. We always try to have a positive outlook :)

[@Anna-zo2tv]

Stacey has so many talents! Gorgeous voice, amazing composer, and brilliant artist! 🥹 Lovely to hear you both sounding so happy x

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thank you!

[@TheFarminskis]

This is honestly so lovely to hear ☺️ I remember finding your channel a year or so ago (watching from a different youtube account) as me and Jonny were planning to change our lives but had no idea we would be embarking on vanlife. As you said, Vanlife for some is a temporary measure, and it will be for us, but we don't know how temporary. Now, as we prepare to head off to Ireland in to the unknown, it's nice to see that your story has started a new chapter and one that is so fulfilling! We're hoping to get that head space you talk about to really start doing what makes us happy 😊

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Glad to hear that you are starting off on your journey. There's this strange sense of it having to go on forever, when this simply isn't true - you do it for as long you feel necessary. Good luck to you both.

[@BroniaK]

@@TheMcNeillsonWheels Thank you 😊, and we don't think you've quit, you've just progressed!

[@kevinjohn725]

A new chapter for you both.enjoy every minute. Regards kev

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks, Kevin :D

[@Agrajag_Guitars]

I quit teaching last year for the same mental health reasons, I started a guitar business and live in a caravan now. So this rings a lot of bells! Happy to hear I'm not the only one :) And with the price of living at the moment I don't know why more people don't choose this route. Looking forward to seeing how your adventure develops! Best wishes x

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Ah! I've just replied to your other comment, but the question I asked there has been answered here! Glad to hear that you've made the changes that you needed. Where in the country are you?

[@Agrajag_Guitars]

@@TheMcNeillsonWheels thanks for the reply! 😊 I’m in Middlesbrough. I resigned from teaching in March 2021 and started my guitar business in a workshop right next to the Middlesbrough football stadium. It took a few months but now I’m super busy with jobs and love it. It’d be great to meet you guys at some point, my van has exactly the same layout as yours, so your videos have been priceless for me 😁 your business adventure looks great! How goes it?

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

@@Agrajag_Guitars Awesome. I'm from Whitley Bay originally, so know a little bit of Middlesbrough. Did you teach there too? I know there's some tough schools that way. We like to holiday around Middleton in Teesdale and hope to get there over summer. Keep an eye on social media and you'll see where we are and drop us a line. Always happy to meet up with like-minded folk!

[@brianharriss4366]

Lovely video from a great couple 👍keep up the good work, look forward to seeing the next one. 👍

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks, Brian! We'll keep you updated!

[@barrywebber100]

I've just binge watched your damp caravan repair series of films. What a fantastic job you did, very impressive. You are a lovely couple and I hope life gives you happiness and success. Never stop appreciating what you have and most importantly each other. Thanks for posting.

[@lisalightfoot1344]

Well after a damp caravan search,I found you.what an inspiration you 2 are. And your longer term road trip is only postponed till the time is right. You've adapted time and time again.Plus I think your right, van life, I think helps people re evaluate what's really important. Your hair looks stunning too btw. Good for you guys keeping it real and honest. Congratulations and all the best for everything you do next. 👍🤞❤️

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks for your lovely comment! We’ve had an amazing summer touring and the business is going well, so we feel enormously grateful for that. Looking forward to being in a property this winter for the comfort factor above everything else! Take care

[@chrisssuzuki]

Lovely update guys. Love your life journey that you are having together. Uplifting. All the very best for your future endeavours. Hopefully see you at an event later in the year.

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks, Chris. We just try to live as well as we can. Looking forward to seeing you at a show soon!

[@adeleadams9005]

Love Stacey even more now, super down to earth and says things how it is 👍 loving your channel, keep up the good work x

[@robertbowler6130]

First time watching your video. Really inspiring - I'm sure a lot of people can relate to what you say. Just moved ashore after 6 years on a boat. It's life - it changes. You cant see it coming it just happens. Thanks for the video and good luck.

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks, Robert. Boat life sounds amazing, but I reckon that it's more challenging than caravan dwelling! I like how you phrased 'life changes'. It definitely does. So long as we're always pushing forwards, that's all that matters! Thanks for getting in touch.

[@paulandsarahcaravanlife]

Hi Guys. Very inspirational video. So glad you came out the other side of covid with a positive attitude 🙌 its great that your business has taken off. Hope you go from strength to strength 💪 Cheers Paul and Sarah

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks Paul & Sarah! Nothing ventured, nothing gained! We don't want to be rich, but if our little business can keep us going, then that's all we need! Thanks for your lovely, kind words. 😊

[@djackson1964]

So happy for you guys, all your hard work has paid off, on wards and upwards! ;D

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thank you! We hope that our little business continues to provide for us 🙂

[@philbrook241]

Good on both... were only here for a very short time so make everyday count and just be happy ❤

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Very wise words! We certainly try our best to live this way!

[@markboulton104]

Thank you that was great watching - you are both quite inspirational

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Glad you liked it!

[@petercodrington3558]

Congratulations on your business, it's lovely that you can still stay with your parents.

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks! Yes, we do recognise that we are extremely fortunate!

[@stephengreen6338]

Just browsing net, caravans!, and then you guys, I thought heck these two sound normal, with everyday problems to sort, and although this is the first of your vids I've watched, I can now say I have subscribed, and look forward to future content, your take on life is a wonderful, philosophical outlook, and well done from hobby craft to business, from teacher to pub, good on yer both....

[@clabby154]

Such a lovely couple and such a success story with I dont doubt lots more to come👍

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks for that, really appreciated :)

[@FreedomSeekers-FS]

Amazing! What a story, congratulations and all the best. Future looks bright ;-)

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks! things are still going well! :D

[@Danny-vk4zj]

Lovely vid.. great to see ya so happy.. business looks fantastic, I’ll try and pop down to the vintage rally this weekend and buy some merch 😀

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks, Danny!

[@trevorpat-lifeontherun]

Wow, you have succeeded where I have only failed, well done, you have proved it can work. 👍

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

That's very kind of you to say! I'm sure that you have achieved more that you give yourself credit for. We are always our own harshest critic!

[@Welshandproud1970]

Great Vlog again. Paused on your bucket list. Particularly like the one where you will what a sunset every week 🙂. Hopefully we will bump into each other somewhere in the UK during our travels.

[@cloudeater]

Inspirational.! Good luck on your long Journey.!

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks!

[@martinfield1484]

Ah guys your such lovely people good luck in your new venture it all makes sense and I’ll watch what ever video you put up it’s all interesting to me P.s my mrs loved the making memories book that I surprised her with😉

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks, Martin. Glad you liked the Making Memories journal. If you're out at any of the shows, do feel free to say hello to us! Also, if you want to share some of your memories from your journal via social media, it would be lovely to see. Take care,

[@geoffknight7322]

Good luck and we’ll done with the book, my wife would love to do something similar.👍

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

If she's got an idea, then definitely encourage her to do it. With self-publishing being so accessible nowadays, getting your own book into print is easier than ever before! Good luck with it! 😊

[@colinrimmer789]

Wishing you both all the very best for the future and I’ll come and splash some cash at NEC 😁 As a Dad I’ve had the kids come back and stay, I love it. My Son will be back in October for a short while when his Performing contract concludes, can’t wait. 😁

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Sounds awesome! Looking forward to meeting up with you.

[@paulcottam128]

Good for your..... well done !!!

[@Mykiffnomadicjournal]

Yes I love the low cost and enjoying life more

[@davidashley4386]

This lady has the most amazing smile.

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

She's pretty damn special 🥰

[@davefool6815]

@@TheMcNeillsonWheels hey you guys

[@miladastehlikova3906]

Good luck whatever things direct you ...main if you follow your hearth everything is right .xxxxx.

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thanks, Milada. We sure hope that everything works out 🙂 Take care 😊

[@Mykiffnomadicjournal]

Love you both xxxx I’m moving onto my first campsite in 6 weeks super excited x super happy for your art success x

[@Rolo3939]

Hey I'm thinking of doing this too, love being outdoors and genuinely would prefer to live in a carvan than a flat. Can I ask is the site your staying at allowing long term? Thanks

[@Mykiffnomadicjournal]

My campsite is only open from May -Sept - I get to stay from then rent free and then I will travel the rest of the time

[@Rolo3939]

@@Mykiffnomadicjournal ok great, thank you. I wouldn't mind moving around every 6 months or so but I don't know how the sites feel about people staying on them for several months. Anyway I hope it works out for you ☺️

[@Mykiffnomadicjournal]

@@Rolo3939 I think it’s different per campsite. Like my campsite is rented from a private landlords and you also have to think of the land and how it will hold up in winter. I am hoping I make a great first impression for this season and enjoy it so I can come back every season to work the summer. Love the laid back life style.

[@Rolo3939]

@@Mykiffnomadicjournal same here the peace and quiet away from the hustle. I keep thinking to buy a place but a mortgage is such a weight to carry I think I'm better suited to carvan life and the freedoms it brings with it

[@martjackson7942]

Can't believe this, just put youtube on and you're on, we talked to you at the Anglesey show on Saturday and bought some of your books, good luck with selling them

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

No way! That's so funny! Nice to meet you and glad that you like the books! Hope to see you again sometime! Thanks! :)

[@martjackson7942]

You were only a 15 minute drive from us at the site where you made this video. Don't forget to visit us on Dronwy caravan site, .

[@ryand141]

They're just talking over the top of each other. Well done. Next time, get organised.

[@brooklandbackyardbrewerype2966]

Good luck on all your future endeavours, don't leave it so long next time. Take care both.

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Thank you! Will do!

[@ivanhoe6366]

Yes the treadmill. I get ya.

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

The treadmill is a terrible invention of the 21st century 😕

[@christineking3795]

what a lovely book would you do one for children .

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

It's in the pipeline, but nothing confirmed as of yet!

[@jimmyjohnstone5878]

I have family members who are teachers. It is a tough job and I can understand you needing to have a change after some years doing it. I don't ever but the kind of material shown in your book/art work. Just don't get inspired by that stuff. There is a market for it from what you have found so far, so best wishes for the future. House prices are on the rise. If you plan to buy again it would be best not to leave it too long.

[@jimmyjohnstone5878]

don't ever buy...

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

@@jimmyjohnstone5878 Thanks, Jimmy. We've got our eye on a couple of places and will be looking at making an offer soon. Just need to finalise some ideas. I do feel for my colleagues in teaching - it's an incredibly tough job and I'm in awe at those who continue to do it. Take care, Jamie

[@MartinKennedy636]

Why did you pick a camper a caravan still for a campervan for a type of bear be better to put more stuff in the caravan for

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Hello Anthony, Price was the main factor - caravans are far more affordable than campers. As it turns out, the caravan was a better pick for us. We do still have a great fondness for campers, and if we were planning a summer-long trip into Europe, then a small camper would be the perfect choice.

[@PlanetWomble]

You always had to come back. I would never teach for all the tea in china.

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Ha ha! Thanks, Richard. Yes, it would be really something for me to return to teaching now!

[@PlanetWomble]

@@TheMcNeillsonWheels With all good wishes 🙂 I wish I could break out of the hamster wheel

[@SAXONWARLORD1000AD]

Just be glad you dont have to deal with kids

[@heather333]

Getting out of the rat race is the best decision anyone could make.

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Absolutely! When on the outside looking in, only then do we realise how absurd the rat race is! Thanks for your comment!

[@user-tv8sm6so9y]

I wish you would stay focused and stop rambling and get on with the story, I had enough at 6m 17s. You spend too much time competing with eachother over who's going to talk. Sorry Guy's.