Stealth Car Camping in a Converted Land Rover Defender. Land Rover Camper. 24hr Ration Pack.

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2 жыл бұрын

In this video, I spend the night stealth car camping in my Land Rover whilst travelling across the country to meet up with Kent Survival. Once dark, I set up my home for the night, drawing the curtains and making myself comfortable before tucking into some dinner and enjoying the evening. A comfortable nights sleep and I’m refreshed and ready to continue with my journey.
I converted my Land Rover into an off-road, off-grid overlanding camper. It has a basic, but functional kitchen for cooking, a comfortable hammock bed, swivel seating, heating and lighting - everything I need to spend the night comfortably.
I hope you enjoy the video.
Thanks for watching.
Links
Land Rover Conversion Video (part 1)
• Land Rover Defender Bu...
Land Rover Conversion Video (part2)
• Land Rover Home Build ...
Diesel Night Heater
www.maxpeedingrods.co.uk/cate...
Split Charging System for Leisure Battery
bearmach.com/product/electric...
Hand Pump Tap (this one is much better than the one I bought!)
www.foxschandlery.com/whale-v...
24hr Operational Ration Pack
www.mremountain.co.uk/product...
Outhaus Merino Blanket
outhaus.co/merino-wool-campin...
OneTigris Sleeping Bag
www.onetigris.com/sleeping-ba...
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Music:
Front Porch Sitter By Audionautix

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@MarktheOddJob 2 жыл бұрын

Camping with Simon is like a luxury version of Camping with Steve!

@dkelly7159 2 жыл бұрын

Without the step 2 😂

@jean405 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂

@myvoiceyourstory9338 Жыл бұрын

Hahahah oh my gosh and I’m hooked on both God bless ‘em

@myvoiceyourstory9338 Жыл бұрын

I like the road noise as it makes me feel like I’m right there with ya having a Wee ration pack. We jjst love hanging with ya doesn’t matter where or how long sir

@JUSTICEshsyedZaC 2 жыл бұрын

You sir are a legend when I was recovering from a major heart attack in hospital I used to watch your videos and they were so uplifting ♥ god bless you and your family 👪

@Malarkama 10 ай бұрын

It is perhaps just me.....I always find I'm saying to the laptop I watch Simon's videos on, as Simon walks or drives away..."you've forgotten your camera!!"..... So good to see your hard work in practice. Always inspiring. Thanks Simon.

@DWayNana 3 ай бұрын

You definitely have the space in your Land Rover figured out. So compact and practical. How fun to have put this together. Always making it your own is the key. Thank you for your wonderfully entertaining videos Simon. Keep up the fine work. With love and respect from Minnesota, USA❤️

@KentSurvival 2 жыл бұрын

Better than a Travelodge mate ;) haha

@tomwilson6915 2 жыл бұрын

Don’t say he’s done a Bear Ghrylls!!! 🤣

@piearm1271 2 жыл бұрын

What?? You question the excellence of the Palace of the Nine Virtues the magnificent Travelodge? Next you’ll be doubting the apogee of culinary excellence The Little Chef. Hang on I’ve a feeling the nettles I picked for my tea might have been more exotic.

@mudmuncher90 2 жыл бұрын

Great video mate as always really like your land rover conversion is it’s 300 tdi or td5 ?

@michaelmcfarland3300 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like Home away from home to me Simon. Perfect way to travel and save lots of Money...lol. Great video!

@gazfin8651 2 жыл бұрын

Simon why not think about making your own power oak station.Would be a good watch like all your other videos .All your stuff is amazing and very addictive. Keep up the good work .

@snowysnowyriver 2 жыл бұрын

You've picked the perfect vehicle for rural stealth camping! Just another old land rover......blends right in! 😁 Very cosy and comfy too.

@syncrosimon 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice simple set up there Simon. My grandparents converted an H plate 1970 long wheel base 2 birth Landy with a capstan winch in which they toured around in. Shipped it to South Africa and America, drove to Morocco and North Capp. Loved it as a kid, was fascinated by the levers and loved the blue diesel light! They were living the van life in the 70’s😂

@simonablokeinthewoods 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Great memories 😁

@TAOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Just got round to watching. Top video Simon! Love the conversion you’ve done to it. Still working on mine but got distracted. Back to it soon hopefully! 😆

@timgardner3130 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea for the sink and the water

@joeydr1497 2 жыл бұрын

The hammock is a great solution to the space problem Never would have thought of it

@rolandbrooks467 2 жыл бұрын

A great idea for sure. It would certainly save me some space in my little Vauxhall Combo van BUT,,, where would I fix it up to that’s going to be strong enough 🤔🤔

@dw82199 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing how you have converted the Land Rover looks better equipped than some caravans 🤣. Very entertaining for us and that place is so picturesque. A great watch who needs TV?

@lazylad8544 2 жыл бұрын

Only just found your channel. Thanks to Kent survival. You've got a nice little set up. I'll watch the conversion videos over the weekend.👍👍👍. Cheers.

@aarondodge1913 2 жыл бұрын

I love this stealthy unit you have built. It's perfect for just what you're doing. Travel light, travel fast. I wish you could bring it to north America. This would do well in the states and Canada.

@1990westfalia 7 күн бұрын

Being from Minnesota, I enjoy watching your videos and experience the UK from your eyes. Once in awhile, you provide clues on your location or show us on the map. I’m happy to say, I found the road park that you enjoyed your stealth evening. Thanks for bring us along. Skillet

@jonathansmith9235 2 жыл бұрын

As far as "road noise", when you're sleeping, I've used ear plugs for over 35 years. They really do the trick, and cut you off from the outside world.

@paulseeman6481 2 жыл бұрын

Bloody love your Land Rover Simon!

@dominicmacklon7225 Жыл бұрын

I can only describe your Land Rover as bloody splendid!!

@ndrew3779 2 жыл бұрын

You, Andy, and camp = likes :)

@andywalker6122 2 жыл бұрын

Top job Simon! Love it, hammock, dog bowl, magnets all genius touches. 😎

@Arizona-Sonoran-Desert-Guy 22 күн бұрын

This is one of my favorite Simon videos. Have watched it several times over. Love to see what's in the ration packs. Snug as a bug in a rug in the Landy by the mill pond.

@yakinkate7946 2 жыл бұрын

That’s the coolest stealth camper ever! Love it! Driving on the left side of the road freaked me out though!

@janwaller3585 4 ай бұрын

Very nice and efficient.

@vinceimp9581 2 жыл бұрын

Hats off to the versatility and ingenuity you pit on display with this rover build. Its an absolute treat to see it in use and all the little improvements along the way. Keep up the awesome adventures and thanks as always for sharing in the experience! Take care and be well.

@johnphillips5301 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Simon. Love your set up and it’s simplicity. Look forward to seeing more of your stealthy camping travels.

@tomwilson6915 2 жыл бұрын

I can just see you inadvertently having “stealth camped” in the local dogging hotspot and it turning into an amateur filmmakers symposium… the curtains on the Defender must have done some twitching!!! 😂 Ecstatic screams of “Oh Boi” filled the night sky as Simon kindly whipped out the hot chocolate… 🤣🤣🤣

@tomwilson6915 2 жыл бұрын

I can’t speak for Oh Boy’s properties as an aphrodisiac but I’m told the best thing to do is just dim the lights, pour hot chocolate and ahem give it to her. She should be singing “I believe in miracles” in no time at all… 😂

@simonablokeinthewoods 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha - that’d be a different kind of video! 🤣

@tomwilson6915 2 жыл бұрын

Aha! Thought I’d seen that Tilly hat making an appearance elsewhere! 🤣

@danielgoulding3250 2 жыл бұрын

@@tomwilson6915 oh aye, what you been watching Tom 😂

@tomwilson6915 2 жыл бұрын

Oh you know bud just the exotic ones you keep forwarding to me on WhatsApp from your Dan cave 😂

@thizizliz 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely little stop. So cool that you comfy in it.

@thebikepackingadventurer 2 жыл бұрын

I love the hammock setup like that, I am going to look in to doing the same in the back of my transit custom. Got a rocknroll bed in already, but would be great to have this extra option in as well

@OoavastoO 2 жыл бұрын

I've loved this set up from when you first posted your "Off Grid Adventure Wagon" video a year ago. And you've only made it better. The crowning glory however is the canoe paddle shifter knob! Love it! I wish they sold these old Defenders where I live in Canada. You can order them in from out of country by some specialist dealers but they cost a small fortune. Thanks for another great video Simon. ATB from Nova Scotia 🇨🇦 - Darby

@chrisandsamlivingthedream 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome buddy awesome.. love the land rover.. look forward to next vid .. cheers Chris & Sam

@GAR85120514 2 жыл бұрын

Amusing seeing you emerge from the vehicle with a hot cup of coffee after doing a stealth overnight. Enjoyed the video !! Thanks.

@christopherparisi9396 2 жыл бұрын

What a great build.

@steveqhanson6835 2 жыл бұрын

Great set up. Happy travels.

@tricky6902 Жыл бұрын

The ration pack hot chocolate is off the scale tasty! 👍

@Southwestwalker 2 жыл бұрын

Cool 😎

@steveparker6846 2 жыл бұрын

That looks like a very comfy mobile "home" Simon! Great use of the space available, well done!.

@gringo3009 2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff!

@RamblingOn 2 жыл бұрын

That is better than most hotels. The magnets for the cups is a class idea. So simple and the hammock... I never would have guessed you were about to whip out a hammock 😄 Fair play again Simon, fantastic video as usual. All the best 👍 Jason

@colinhunter4915 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent

@dianebannister965 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this one Simon, look forward to seeing you and Andy together soon x

@timberdogz 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome stealth camp! Really like the set up with the hammock and kitchen! Thanks for another great video!

@macmacca659 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutley love it! thanks Simon!

@Rogar0 2 жыл бұрын

That’s great Simon! Pity you couldn’t stealth camp a little bit further off the road! But a good addition to your modus operandi! Enjoy & take care!

@gazanon8162 2 жыл бұрын

Have been waiting for this one Simon and have thoroughly enjoyed it can't wait to see more land rover overnighter well done matey.

@Kathy_Is_Blessed 2 жыл бұрын

Yaay! A much anticipated camp with the Land-rover! I enjoyed this very much. Looks like such a great way to camp for a change of pace. Glad you & Andy can get together for camp! Look forward to it.

@seantowlson7051 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, looking forward to this

@malcolmT 2 жыл бұрын

Classic starter for the main event coming, love how everything has its place 😜😁

@barchetta1234 2 жыл бұрын

I like the Land Rover conversion, no blingy stuff, just simple and practical. And I can't wait to learn what U and Andy are up to on the next adventure 😀👍

@lorrimiller835 2 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic set up! Everything you need right at hand, really enjoyed this one.

@vetworker 2 жыл бұрын

I think you have done a fantastic job making the landy into a comfortable living space. Camping with comfort 👍👍👍. I’d always thought of Northamptonshire as a bit of an uninspiring county but the spot you stayed at looks beautiful. 😊👍😊

@joesoutdooradventures1993 2 жыл бұрын

Love it. I've just spent the weekend in my converted freelancer.

@signchap 2 жыл бұрын

My doorstep Simon! The wife kayaks from that very spot. Lovely place.

@mingthemerciless6855 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video. yeah, more of these countryside's are brilliant. Cheers.

@andrewforrest8938 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video like your converted stealthy Land Rover excellent workmanship on your land rover thanks for a fantastic video Simon.

@lafonevc5663 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent as usual what a lovely setup!

@dazzasp3 2 жыл бұрын

Looked cosy 👍

@geoffminter2927 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Simon and thanks for some cool ideas for when I get my conversion going!

@WondersInTheWasteland 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome set up, Simon! Very functional and cozy, will have to go back over your conversion videos and take some notes to implement those bright ideas into our toyota previa. Thanks for sharing your stealth camp with us!

@lilletomte 2 жыл бұрын

Very impressive !

@chardblack 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always. Love the commitment to the end shot -driving off and leaving the camera behind 😀

@dianejacklin4338 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another great video

@DTCampingAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Cool hammock setup - easy pack away when not needed.

@OldNickHindle 2 жыл бұрын

Looks so cosy in there ☺️

@RaistJustice 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I look forward to the next one.

@nidhishghag9080 2 жыл бұрын

It's a treat to watch your videos after a long time. As always love your videos. Keep'em coming sir !!

@ianharrop6580 2 жыл бұрын

Great video

@Cactinaes 2 жыл бұрын

Yay, Simon’s back. Ration pack 1 super duper for spiking your mood. Awesome video and great to see you out and about.

@martinmuller2682 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate and enjoy your videos, well done Simon!

@squirrelcovers6340 2 жыл бұрын

Fill a long sock with rice or catlitter and tie it off. Keep in your car to absorb moisture. It works.

@simonablokeinthewoods 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea!

@jacklandismcgowan1413 2 жыл бұрын

Great video.👍👍👍 That’s one nice Land Rover . Great setup 👍👍👍

@stephendavies923 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful little camp. All the very best to you Simon.

@jonathanbutler2731 2 жыл бұрын

lovely. 10 minutes from my house :) great video

@ggpkgman 2 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy seeing the Rover. That's quite a machine and very impressed with the mods you've done.

@johnnybushman651 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Simon , thanks . Looking forward to part 2 .

@deetrvl4life875 2 жыл бұрын

❤️ finally!! I really like that hammock.

@cherellegrant7439 2 жыл бұрын

Love this video Simon as always top quality and great content!

@alexandrastevens8892 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely an excellent vid, love the interior design of the defender, really works and I would definitely prefer the hammock as a sleeping arrangement, so much better than a bed to mess about making up, looking forward to the next one

@SoloBlack313 2 жыл бұрын

nice! thanks

@jofher007 2 жыл бұрын

Nice setup.. love it.

@mbrider56 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent stuff Simon 👍🏻 Great to see the Landrover out and about plus all the modifications that you’ve done, great set up and looks like it works well, plus the luxury of the diesel heater just to take the chill off you in the morning 👍🏻🚐 superb 👌🏻

@David-vi4ne 2 жыл бұрын

A very homely setup.

@BigArch6564 2 жыл бұрын

Cracking honest vlog Simon. Love your work and thanks again for sharing buddy!

@herbsmith6871 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome convertion on that rig, very cool my friend 🤠

@northernembersoutdoors1045 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome converted Rover, love it, looked so snug, adding the sink well worth it. Great to hear you're having a meet with Andy, look forward to both versions. Probably not my favourite ration pack to be honest but I'm sure it was nice. That hammock fits perfect, nice one thanks.

@simonablokeinthewoods 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers! The ration pack was alright, not my favourite menu - I think it was the veggie option 😂

@h.bsfaithfulservant4136 2 жыл бұрын

Top marks ✅🥇🏆

@BrianthatiscalledBrian 2 жыл бұрын

Love the earth magnet idea. Thanks, Simon. 👍🙂

@Gabblerwba1 2 жыл бұрын

A very cosy setup you have Simon, looked comfortable and a lovely view to boot. Appreciated your featuring the Archimedes screw also, great job all around👍

@mountaingator001 2 жыл бұрын

NICE

@firestarter_marshy9602 2 жыл бұрын

Love it Simon awesome that was!!!!!!

@MA-uu3sb 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Simon I am so happy to see that you have a new one up. Can’t wait to get into it to see what’s up.

@kimoc7329 2 жыл бұрын

Love your Defender and your videos!

@paulhermans82 2 жыл бұрын

Very relaxing video to watch

@LundysWildcampBushcraft 2 жыл бұрын

Nice way to spend the night on the way to camp with Andy looking forward to seeing the video atvb jimmy 😎😎👍👍

@sammus0146 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing car 👍

@MHarenArt 2 жыл бұрын

While it may not look luxurious, your conversion looks exceptionally functional! But that is no surprise from A Bloke in the Woods! Also happy to hear you're meeting up with Andy. Will look forward to that video if you are filming it!. Stay safe and Healthy Simon. Cheers!