Sub Zero Camping in Forest of Bowland and Yorkshire Dales

Sub Zero Camping in Forest of Bowland and Yorkshire Dales | Van Life Travels UK

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3 weeks off work, what to do? I know, head on a vancation! This episode I take a trip up north with no real set plans as originally, I was hoping to go to Scotland. I found myself in the middle of a snowstorm having to pull over on a layby for safety, oh and stuck in a toilet. Thankfully, this trip I am not alone, it seems that I brought a knight in shining armor along with me?! Travelling on the open road is what I was born to do, I knew this from when I first started van life back in 2018, from the clips at Bowland Knotts, I think you will start to understand the feeling living life in a van offers.
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@waynestjohn2103 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed this video, but sorry to be a kill joy. Because reading other comments no one else has said anything... So hear goes. I know that we're in a nation wide lockdown, with sssential travel only allowed!! So, if I've missed something please forgive me!

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Wayne, thank you for approaching this subject so kindly. You'll be surprised how angry people can get over this topic. I have a full post on my Instagram explaining but in summary, this was filmed before National lockdown when my base county and these areas were in tier 2 so travel between the two was permitted. On top of that I live in my van full time (I don't own a house) and this is one of my jobs so travel of some form is required. Hope that helps clear things up a bit :) Stay safe and healthy, Nic

@waynestjohn2103 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams Thank you for your polite response! I'm sorry for getting the wrong end of the stick 😔 like I've said. I enjoyed your video! Please keep safe.

@mariataif 3 жыл бұрын

@@waynestjohn2103 John Banks and I did mention this a week ago.Re the Country being in Lockdown and people still making You Tube videos.Check comments again. Nic has obviously realised her error and scarpered home during a full Country Lockdown.I will enjoy her videos again when she is able to travel without breaking the Covid Rules in the future.

@BrainCaseSugaryGoodness 3 жыл бұрын

@m I think you need to do you research regarding covid rules as you have made some sweeping mistakes, the covid legislation does not affect us all equally,I'm not saying that's fair but it is the word law. Nic can not scarper home as you so eloquently put as she is already there, remember her van is her home. The covid rules are very clear that anybody that is of "No FIXXED abode" ie.lives in a boat or van or cardboard box! Is exempt from the "stay home rule" I hope that's educated a little, so you can stop posting false information . Of Course that means you can enjoy her videos without fear that she is breaking any rules!

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

@@BrainCaseSugaryGoodness thank you for replying on this for me. I'm getting tired at the amount of people jumping the gun with this. The lock down commenced on 4 Jan, these vlogs haven't even reached that date yet. Although I did stay in Yorkshire for a couple of days after lockdown. As explained in other comments, there was no clarity on what the travelling community should do. Travellers said stay, home owners said leave. But it is easier said than done for them when they have a house to go to. Honestly I really appreciate your comment, have a lovely day and stay safe!

@catrescuer 3 жыл бұрын

No one pays to do the ingleton falls walk. Get there early and complete the walk before the ticket office opens. The trail goes through public access areas. It is worth a visit. I always stop off here on the way to the Lake District with my camping dog and cat.

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Ohh I wish I knew that before. I was busy getting stuck in a toilet instead of getting there super early 😂

@HyperSinners 3 жыл бұрын

You're literally the only vanlife person I can actually sit, watch and enjoy. Infact, this is the first video I think I've ever commented on since I've had my account. Keep up the videos and if you're ever around the Peak District, drop me a message 😊

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Aw wow that is honestly so awesome to hear! Thank you and so happy you like the vlogs 🤗🤗. Have an amazing day and hopefully catch you in the comments another time 🤗💚

@johnjacobs8568 3 жыл бұрын

Really loving your vlogs Nic. You have a great no nonsense "real" delivery that's an absolute delight to watch. It's also good that you are bouncing around the UK not far from where I live as I'm making notes on where to visit! Cheers...

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Such a lovely area, even just driving through is enough to make you feel like you've spent quality time in nature 🤗

@chriseaton7942 3 жыл бұрын

Another entertaining vlog Nic, love your self confidence on camera and enthusiasm for exploring

@aaronag7876 3 жыл бұрын

A hint for Toilet, I use cat litter, normally the cheapest. a box with a toilet seat, line with a bin linear, handful of cat litter, do your job and seal the bag. Obviously just for emergencies lol but in case your caught short.

@wildsod 3 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year Nic, Good to hear you had a good time with Family and friends. Love the Yorkshire Dales only been once beautiful place. Thanks for sharing.

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Happy new year to you too 🤗 such a beautiful place, I had also only been once before and it is looking very different since I last went with all the snow 🤗❄

@wildsod 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams Thankyou. 😉

@stonestreaker 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, you're heading into my neck of the woods- Ingleton waterfalls walk is notoriously expensive with no public right of way, HOWEVER, you can access the whole thing from the North for free and it's the top fall that's the best. Ordnance survey maps 1:25,000 are amazing for detail, don't rely on Google maps for sneaky details. If you saw Ingleton pottery when you were there, you might be interested to know the guy who runs it grows MASSIVE veg and has a channel about it - Allotment Diary. Oh, and doing The Three Peaks is pretty daunting in Winter because of limited daylight!

@alicebrewer8838 3 жыл бұрын

Great video lovely to see you back on the road , stay safe & warm x

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Have a lovely day 😄

@euanmichaelwebster4108 3 жыл бұрын

Thank goodness you had company👍,,and warmth! cos brave doing the Dale's this time of the year....congrats on the subscribers too,,,,stay safe and warm you guys.x

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Yess, he did come in handy for an extra but of warmth 🤗☺. And thank you!

@isaacplaysbass8568 3 жыл бұрын

Fab! I'm glad that you had a friend with you to help with the door. Good idea to get your friend to test the door for himself so that he couldn't just rip the piss out of you after! (I'm sure he wouldn't really.)

@warwickwolf3999 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed that love how down to earth you are and your presentation style is very engaging ❤️

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Aww amazing thank you so much 😁

@Roblawlor90 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoying the real perspective you're putting into these rather than editing out all the bad stuff. Thank you and keep them coming 🙂

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

I think it would be impossible to edit out the bad, if I did you'd just be watching me eat breakfast the entire time 🤣

@chrispage9835 3 жыл бұрын

Great down to earth vid again Nic....loved it.

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🤗

@emmamoss8643 3 жыл бұрын

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 looking forward to the next one. Safe travels x

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for joining, you too 🤗

@ashogmhn2302 3 жыл бұрын

Those photos of the cave were amazing and my toes are freezing just watching this vlog. Happy new year much luv ash, keesha and puppy jess

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked them! I felt like they were a bit point and shoot 🤷🏻‍♀️. My toes are still freezing, it hasn't stopped snowing 🥶. Happy new year to you all too 😄

@CamperVanya 3 жыл бұрын

Tesco in Clitheroe! My home town. Another great vlog 👍

@stevejohnson1797 3 жыл бұрын

Love ur channel, got the exact same van, had it 4month looking for to traveling. You have given me loads of confidence to do it. Keep them vidio's cuming thank you.

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Aw wicked, start off doing small trips in familiar places and you'll get use to it in no time 🤗

@276tracey 3 жыл бұрын

Just found you !! Love your delivery and honesty .... Good luck in everything you do...looking forward to sharing your travels

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Such kind words ☺ thanks for watching and have a lovely day x

@cherryboxwelladventures4095 3 жыл бұрын

awwwww how sweet is your friend , so glad you had a great time , absolutely beautiful sights , take care lovely

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, have a good day :)

@john3Lee 3 жыл бұрын

Always worthy of a thumbs up, and notifications on...... Very entertaining, and always with great content... It makes me want to explore this area.... Thanks Nic !!

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🤗 there is lots more to do here (some in the next vlog) and others I've had to skip because of the weather. Regardless the snow has been an awesome addition 🤗

@nicola_k-s 2 жыл бұрын

A suggestion for keeping warm in the van when very cold is a onesie snugpak sleeping bag. It's a sleeping bag with arms, legs and a hood that you can zip off or open the feet and hands area. My hubby has one and they are just brilliant.

@paulone-off7286 3 жыл бұрын

Your little tour of the van, and there's my pisser, full of piss. That I wasn't expecting along with the mouthful of herbal tea I nearly chocked on lol :-)

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Got to be honest, van life isn't the most glam 😄

@paulone-off7286 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams Yeah true that, I prefer honesty anyway. Continue as you are and enjoy the rest of your travels in yorks :-)

@JohnsonMerrick 3 жыл бұрын

I am glad you didn't show us a bag with shit in it though...

@sivespeed5890 3 жыл бұрын

Hey gorgeous girl another cracking blog thanks felt like I was there too ps I got winter tyres put on my car and the difference is truly amazing on snow defo worth the expense if your doing lots of winter driving stay safe girl look forward to the next episode 😀

@ManLikeJ03 3 жыл бұрын

Just randomly found this channel when searching for van life uk as enjoy watching the British travel. Keep up the good work with the videos!

@jaylocke4386 3 жыл бұрын

Your the first person Ive ever subscribed to on KZfaq before your smiley positive vibe is fun to watch, cool vlogs, sweet van..hope you have many more adventures also I agree £7 is a rip off to see a natural landmark :)

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you! Feel very chuffed haha 🤗

@thatautisticvanlifer7104 3 жыл бұрын

Heya new subscriber honestly this is such a inspiration I came across your video last night. It's so cool and inspirational I been back and forth on wheather to buy a van and convert it but your videos have helped me make the right choice to go for it keep up the good work!

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow this is sooo cool to hear! So happy to hear I've inspired you and I can promise you've not made the wrong choice! Good luck and I look forward to seeing van life come to fruition for you 🤗💫

@UncleSkiBum 3 жыл бұрын

Knight in shining armour bit - that had me in stitches 😂 happy new year all

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Now I've realised I've been spelling armour wrong my whole life. 🤣. Thanks for watching though 🤗

@debrandw246 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Love the snow 🌨️❄️ . Congratulations on your subscribers. You have an excellent channel. Happy 2021. ♥️

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

It is still snowing, love it ☃️ thank you, wishing you all the best for 2021

@mitch3683 3 жыл бұрын

Well done on your subscribers👍 good luck on your travels and roll on summer🌞🏄🏻‍♀️

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yesss summer camping will be bliss 😁

@nigeldavey1043 3 жыл бұрын

I can remember about fifteen years ago (after a family wedding in Scunthorpe ) deciding to spend some time exploring South East Yorkshire and crossing by the Humber Bridge. Well I have a disabled badge which normally means you don't pay the toll fee. So I rock up and pass my the tollbooth cashier my badge and he just looks blank at me. Then he says " that'll be £3.50 please. So I told him that I didn't have to pay, just sign a sheet. To which he replied " oh no, this is Yorkshire, you don't get ought for nowt up here ". At Goathland they wouldn't let me in the carpark because a transit " in't a car " . They sent me to the coach park and I couldn't park there, because, yep you've guessed it, " it in't a buzz ". I found a parkup and in the morning went to Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire for a few days instead. 🤣

@lorraineowen7978 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, lovely to see you out and about on your travels, made me laugh when you said this is the pisser full of piss. 😂😂 Great vlog, keep them coming, take good care and enjoy the rest of your trip. 😀

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you :) I hope you had a good festive season 😁

@moneymoney895 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. Stunning views. Stay safe. Keep warm. Looking forward to your next video. Thank you for sharing.

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! It has been freezing but my heater is looking after me very well 😃 have a lovely day!

@moneymoney895 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams thank you. Have a great day

@johnwalsh3013 3 жыл бұрын

19:57 Suspicious cue a chuckle fit, fabulous editing and so witty. Well done Nic Roams :)

@JamesSmith-tf5mx 3 жыл бұрын

Love watching your videos, Keep them coming :)

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you! Absolutely will 🤗

@martwne123 3 жыл бұрын

Well done for still doin the vanlife in winter, I started in summer got to winter an just couldn't deal with the condensation an waking up freezing, but I managed to save a load of money an paid a loan after just selling mi van hopefully I'll do it again this year fully spray foamed insulated, well done to u, u got big cahoonazz 👍😁

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you! The start was tough but I think I have started to climatise and get use to all the crap that comes with it. Fortunately the days are getting longer now and hopefully a little bit warmer. 😄

@nobbynomad2010 3 жыл бұрын

Great to see you again Nic, hope you had a fantastic christmas break. Back to your travels. You're a tough chic not using your diesel heater though. I'm absolutely chewing my fingers off waiting to get away in my beast, especially in the snow. Enjoy your travels and editing the videos for our entertainment. Nobby Nomad...

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I hope you did too! I use it for a few hours before I sleep and around 6/7am in the morning. I really don't think my battery could last all night with it on ☺ so a couple extra layers and a hot water bottle does the trick in-between 🤗

@blackpool321 3 жыл бұрын

You should have popped over to Gisburn Forest ,you could have wild camped near the reservoir.

@maddavvid2339 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent little snow trip ❤️💙

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Still here but had to leave today. My van wasn't having it anymore 😂

@Krafty 3 жыл бұрын

Here we go! 🚐

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

🎉 enjoy! 🤗

@Krafty 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams Always do! 🙂 hope you had a great Christmas & NYE!

@patrickh7368 3 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year..... don’t feel any pressure to post just enjoy 😊 If you get stuck, temporarily reducing tyre pressures on the drive wheels will help with grip in snow ⛄️

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Oh wicked, I didn't know that, thank you 🤗

@johnroberts5711 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Nic I do like your honesty and bluntness lol , keep those adventures coming. He's a lucky young man getting to share your van ;)

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you! I will make sure he knows this. Purely so he keep cooking for me 😂🙄

@johnroberts5711 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams I'm sure you will Nic , stay safe sweetheart more importantly stay happy.

@phil.clarke 3 жыл бұрын

I thought Ingleton Falls was worth the money! Was up there last August and very impressed how accessible the site is and how well maintained.

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe on for next time then :D

@feralfreebirds 3 жыл бұрын

hahahahaha....my pissa full of piss....made me chuckle....n inglnok from the hobbit...sounds right doesnt it...hahahaha knight in shining armour to rescue ya outta the loo...hahahaha :) ...I love ya Nic..strate forward and says exactly what you mean....good energy !.Happy new year Nic ...gunna be an AWESOME 1 !!!!!

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

😂 I'm so classy! Thank you, hope you have an epic one 🤗

@darrynnoyce5948 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video along with all the others thanks

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Aww wicked, thank you! Have a lovely evening!

@parkay3560 3 жыл бұрын

loved the vlog. looking forward to the next one.Stay safe :)

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Sunday 2pm it will be 😃

@antielite5379 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely vid. Nice and relaxing too....drive safe! Just take it really slowly in snow. Temps pick up end of feb so not too long to go

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm actually quite enjoying the landscapes covered in snow but not the amount of diesel I'm having to use to stay warm 😄

@debrandw246 3 жыл бұрын

Your van is so nice. Love it.

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🤗

@andysoldschool8702 3 жыл бұрын

Great adventures your having , here’s a tip from my decades of hgv driving and staying out in freezing weather including Scotland, always park up with the front of your vehicle in the opposite direction from the prevailing winds and also if you can cover the radiator/ grill with a screen , nothing worse than finding out the water pump / engine block frozen up even when you’ve got anti freeze in . Happy adventures 🙂

@davesilvey4796 2 жыл бұрын

yeh..you tell it as it is nic..respect!!!

@nicroams 2 жыл бұрын

🤟🏼 thank you

@becs474 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid as always. Congrats on the 10k, well deserved. Is this your first winter in the van?

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yesss super chuffed. It's my first winter in this van, I did a winter in a bigger van 2 years back but I don't remember it being this snowy 😄

@MarkWadsworthYPP 3 жыл бұрын

I've been getting stuck in toilets my whole life. It's just a curse. I've learned to test open the door before I properly shut it :-)

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Oh no, I've never thought about it before but after that experience I was surprised I've never got stuck before. I will be doing a you and checking before hand each time now 😄

@geoffsmith6407 3 жыл бұрын

Love this video. Thanks x

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🤗

@Travelling_about 3 жыл бұрын

The lads debut was at the fuel pump 😉 😁 Good to have company good for you 👍🏻

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

I realised that when editing 😂 but you can't go back and record and I didn't realise he was there 😁

@kimdenault4147 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on 10K 🍾

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! Honesty couldn't believe my eyes. Was a nice Christmas and New Year gift ☺

@simplecooking9220 3 жыл бұрын

Your a true adventurer keep up the great work

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Have a lovely day!

@graham9352 3 жыл бұрын

I feel cold just watching this ☃️ drive carefully

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

😂🥶 Good! It means I managed to make you feel like you were here 😂

@davidkay6655 3 жыл бұрын

Fifty some years ago when we used to camp at the top of ingleton waterfall it didn't cost nothing for the trail just a fee for camping in the farmers field they commercialise every thing they can these days ( and by the way an inglenook is a kind of fireplace) keep the videos coming

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Yess nearly everything here seems to have a price on it. Bonus is there are toilets everywhere 😄. I'm glad you've said that, I went in to a shop today and saw a log storage that said inglenook on it and I thought something was haunting me 🙂

@dadykay 3 жыл бұрын

That Tesco is in my home town, Clitheroe!

@jasonreynolds1715 3 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry your trip will come to an end now it’s another Lockdown, but hope you make it back to the Trough and Dales again soon!

@dazphilpott2876 2 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to get out in my van next year just brought a lwb vavaro

@nicroams 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! I guarantee you'll have the best time!

@whippetsadventuresandoneman 3 жыл бұрын

Knight in shinning armor :) it was great you had a good friend close to hand to help you get out :) such beautiful scenery landscapes beautiful. Must of had amazing time :) not good you was cold 🥶 tho :)

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, he called himself that, I'm still unsure. But he has proved himself very handy this trip, doing the snow chains for me, cooking etc 😄

@whippetsadventuresandoneman 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams aww always good to have help :) looked amazing time 😊

@BusyBeeCompany 3 жыл бұрын

My old haunts before emigrating to America, Teasdale was the playground of the rich n me.

@corinnabearman5820 3 жыл бұрын

Great vlog. Is he still in the loo??? 😂😂. Happy New Year to you xx

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

I should have left him there 😅 but no, I had to release him otherwise I'd be missing my van chef 😂

@corinnabearman5820 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams 😂😂

@steviemx5 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!! Nearly spat my tea out,pisser full of piss!🤣😂👍 keep up the great work, nice to see you have some company🥰👌

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Haha that pisser is the best thing in my van 😀

@lostintransit5822 3 жыл бұрын

Get a couple of hot water bottles, great for warmth for hours on a night

@petroldrinker 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Before you change your heater tank see if you have a petrol station near you that sells heating oil. Your heater will run better on it and it's only 40p per litre 😀

@blindbackpacker2618 3 жыл бұрын

Wow absolutely amazing awesome. Would love to find somebody to do this with, you lucky duck :-)

@carlsadventures2361 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Nic if you want to do places like Ingleton falls you should consider becoming a member of the national trust as you can get into places like that alot cheaper but great video non the less and the yorkshire dales / north york moors are both great places for hols and adventure .

@BrainCaseSugaryGoodness 3 жыл бұрын

hey nic, if you want to save a few quid on you heating costs you should find garages that sell red diesel as only half the cost! perfect for your heater and the reason to have a seperate fuel tank :)

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Ohh thank you! I will try keep an eye out for this! Currently spending £10 a week which I guess isn't too bad but if I can save money there that would be awesome 🤗

@martynb4727 3 жыл бұрын

I find my diesel night heater can use quite a lot of battery power starting from cold try running your engine until the diesel heater gets to temperature that should half your battery consumption

@scottnewton9370 3 жыл бұрын

I'm in the next Valley to the trough . Once broke down there in a g reg escort . Long pre mobile walk for help

@HandyC 3 жыл бұрын

I did indeed have a great Christmas, I spent it "at home" just before it went cold :D Back to the Motorhome on Monday though Ooof. Oooh Nic has a new bloke... not bad not bad ;) All your weight is in the back end Fnar Fnar so with front wheel drive, it doesn't leave much over the wheels for traction, that's why a heavy van will be spinning compared to cars,

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Aww lovely! So happy to hear that 😃. My van has been spinning everywhere all week 😂

@HungTran-ov7wx 3 жыл бұрын

Wow I saw the cave years ago.

@michaelwhitehead5944 2 жыл бұрын

Starting to enjoy your vlogs. Beesley falls u can access by following the river up from centre of town. After Beesley there is a station where u pay to complete the trail but u can turn around and come back down without paying

@nicroams 2 жыл бұрын

Aww haha thank you 😁

@petehudson595 3 жыл бұрын

Michelin Agilis Cross climate tyres, best modification I've done to the van, can't recommend them enough 👍

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Yess I had them on my last and would like them again for this van, I'm just waiting until a tyre is so worn I have to change them 😁

@bobbycray5374 3 жыл бұрын

I feel your pain on the cold front.!! I just did my first long weekend away, in Cumbria, in my minibus conversion. I've insulated the crap out of it but forgot to put the cab window guards in on the second night so woke up to solid ice inside the windows and two dogs curled up on the bed. haha . So that was fun. You may be interested in a site I came across. It has a huge amount of (tested) wild camp locations all around the UK and its free. Its similar to the Park4Night thing, I think. I'll dig out the link and post it below. It's all on a google map so you can zoom right in to see the location. Pretty nifty. Anyhoo, glad you got out of the loo in one piece and with your dignity intact... Safe travels. PS a hot water saved my life this weekend...!!! haha

@bobbycray5374 3 жыл бұрын

Here's the link. Great to have in your arsenal. You can also email in any new locations you come across to add to the map for others to use. I've just added a nice little beach carpark in Sussex to the list. sites.google.com/view/wildcampingmotorhomes/wildcamping-u-k?authuser=0 Happy Camping. :-)

@Travelvan999 3 жыл бұрын

New boyfriend then, always good to have someone to share your adventures. Take care stay warm. Look up stumpcross caves on the moors free park up too. Great breakfast

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, I wouldn't put that status on it yet. Let's go with companion 🤣

@Travelvan999 3 жыл бұрын

Lol as long as your happy. You do so well getting around in your van, watch our travels in Europe during the pandemic on my channel. Also check out this place while your up that way cave free park up and a great breakfast. www.stumpcrosscaverns.co.uk/

@AnthonyHiggins84 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid happy new year maybe invest in a costco card you would safe some money on fuel and also its better fuel for your van :)

@Travelling_about 3 жыл бұрын

Clap clap clap 😂😂😂 great stuff 👍🏻

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Hope you had a lovely Christmas and New Year 🤗

@Travelling_about 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams yes it was great thank you.

@beretta686100 3 жыл бұрын

Ok Nic.....Nightheaters 101... Ebo D2's Planar and Mv Aeros heaters use about 330ml of fuel a hour when burning when just ticking over about 200ml. 330ml of fuel is your average fizzy drink can so with the standard fuel tank in a van being around 80ltrs you've plenty. You should be able to run the heater 24-36hrs easy on a 110AMP leisure battery as I have INC a compressor fridge. Even in summer open all your doors and set it to max and run it for an hour you have to use them or they'll crap out on you. I've no idea about the Dong Wong Chinese heaters but even those I guess you can run all night .... Great channel great videos love the adventures your doing great Nic

@gordsjackson8109 3 жыл бұрын

Loved the videos, think it's illegal/prohibited to load fuel directly into a container in the van , just empty the pisser and fill that up lol xxxx be safe

@TeeMac68 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Nic, another great vlog! How do you find your park up's? They're always amazing. I've been on Park for Knight but there are so many places with restrictions. How do you always seem to hit boondock gold?! 😀

@TeeMac68 3 жыл бұрын

Ignore me.....just saw on another vlog that you use park4knight!! Xx

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

I mainly use park4night and if there isn't one in the area I maps to a park4night and keep an eye out on the way. All else fails end up driving further than liked. But I also don't listen to the signs if in rural areas 🙄🤷🏻‍♀️

@catherinekayy 3 жыл бұрын

This looks so beautiful! I live in teeside and it’s amazing to have this on our doorstop but I’ve never actually been here! Once restrictions are lifted I can’t wait to take our van back out and explore our backyard!!! Xxxxxx

@clareboylan6741 3 жыл бұрын

Brill videos. I also live in Shropshire. ☺️☺️

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Aww amazing, such a beautiful place 🤗

@robclague8495 3 жыл бұрын

Pity you didn't do Ingleton falls, but it would of taken you at least 2 hour's and you would of been frozen. 10c all year round in the White Scar Caves. Stay safe, keep up the good work.

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

🥶🥶🥶 I will do it next time I'm in the area for sure 🤗

@MichaelNoon 3 жыл бұрын

Keep meaning to get over to the forest of bowland it’s only 1.5hrs from me

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

It's a lovely little place :)

@patrickpirelli7897 3 жыл бұрын

I used to stay just on the road from them caves every weekend at the hill in pub on the right in a tent, they used to have a live band play in the barn for us bikers and walkers alike. then if you go further on just under the viaduct there's another good pub with camping at the back with views of one of the three peaks. Keep driving it brings ya to the beautiful village of Haws and the green dragon pub with camping, and you could from there drive up over the vast expanse of moorland to the highest pub called the tan hill it's a £5r or more a pint there lol my exes cousin is the owner so I won't pay I take my own in my van...much cheaper lol you can have a good meat up with other vaners there it's a nice interesting place with a lot of history. Anyway ime sick about not been able to go Scotland as well but enjoy ya time where you are. Ime surprised them caves are open they not exactly on the essential list!! Lol stay cool both of ya 👍👍

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Aww sounds lovely and thank you for the recomendations. Sadly I am back in Shropshire now due to lock down. The caves were open as the area was tier 2 and at the time so was Shropshire so travel was allowed between the two ☺

@patrickpirelli7897 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams cool 👍 it brought back some good memories seeing you two parked down the road from them caves I've slept in my van there 😀 and years ago we used to race are bikes along that straight road jumping of the humps 120 mph lol and when we got of them at the hill Inn pub we wer all shaking with fear lol and then we got pissed obviously he!he! I wouldn't behave like that now at my age though obviously!! 😱🤔 well not without a few whiskys in me 😂

@Dan-LS 3 жыл бұрын

Awaa a new video, it's so interesting watch them, you put them together so good! Great work👍🏻 I wonder where the mermaid went... Maybe someone take it home 🤔🙄 Get "Locus map" for your phone, it have a lot of online maps, but also offline maps you can use when out of internet. They also better for trails than Google maps. It little complicated to use first, but when you understand it it's very good. You can also save your point of interest if you someday go back. Looking forward for more videos 👌

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I will take a look at it. I've had a few walking apps but they're never easy to understand ☺ but I should probably start using one for the offline feature ☺

@Dan-LS 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams Guide how to get offline maps: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mN6fasek2a_SZZc.html

@carlmarquardt994 3 жыл бұрын

Nic. Upgrade to all weather tyres next time. We have them on our car and they pay off. U can drive in snow. Also how do u know where u can go with this tier level bs. Enjoying the clips

@keefbrown 3 жыл бұрын

Wow - did everyone else see the Death Star at the start...?

@mathewhandley2726 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry the word is pardon couldn't help myself how's our home can get the good brew up there 🤠

@robertcooper9384 3 жыл бұрын

is that a plant pot in your drinks holder? :D

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed it is. The plant died the other day. In fact 3 plants died the other day. 😂. Fortunately the other drinks holder plant is still going strong 😄

@dalemann398 3 жыл бұрын

why dont you keep the diesel tank in side van then you can see how much you use & what it cost then have an auto eletriction wire in a 3 way switch witch means flip the switch up to the deisel tank in van then midiel of switch if off then bottom of switch is wired to controler as it now but its switches to your main van fuel tank then you can keep the diesl tank in van as a back up fuel just a thought as 1 of my old friends did that & he now knows what he uses in side the van & 1 day he ran out had no heat for 2days then he remeberd his heater is aslo wired in to his main tank

@kykykykykkkkyy250 3 жыл бұрын

If your hand brake isnt holding, you can always leave it in gear when parked ;) if it's ice.. can't help you

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

I think it is both 😂 I can't leave it in gear as I turn the engine on for when I start the heater which takes about 15 mins so need the van to be secure at all times 😂 plus I'd rather not sleep on a slant, I'm no vampire yet!

@j.glennbauer508 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams I live on a boat & run a diesel heater every day. I was going to say run the engine when you start the heater because that's when it uses loads of power, but you already know that 😁

@ran6974 3 жыл бұрын

Hiya, I’ve just got a lwb vivaro to do a conversation on and found your channel. Really impressed with the content. Just wondering how you find the diesel heater? And I was also wondering what van you have (engine size) and if you’ve had any other issues aside from the power steering pump a few months back. Also, how do you find good places to stay? I’m totally new to van life 😆 Thanks 🙏 😊

@vandernomade4703 3 жыл бұрын

Hi welcome to vanlife! Just sharing some tips I am halfway through a conversion, I recommend the all in one diesel heater they are the same price as the ones you have to install all the parts yourself instead you just have to fit the exhaust, fill up with fuel and connect to battery very easy they look like a big red box, also if you can fit it under the passenger seat or near the sliding door it is easy to fill up at the station, as you don’t want to spill diesel inside the van! Also I’ve heard recently there is a new product I forget the name that allows you to run your hot water shower from the heat the diesel heater makes so you don’t need a boiler or truma heater system which I’m going to have a look at reviews on here.

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

The diesel heater has been great for winter. It does however use a lot of power to start up so I always put my engine on as I have a split charger during the warm up stage. Note I have a 120ah AGM battery so if you have a lot more power you may be absolutely fine. My engine size is 2lt and I bought this van on trade and cheap so had a few issues with it to begin with. Turbo, gear box and injectors. I know it sounds scary and costs a lot but you will get this with most vans that hit about 100k. But also note 100k on a van is very different to 100k in a car, there is still a lot of life left in them just parts need a bit of TLC.

@labtec1958 3 жыл бұрын

We live local to the falls but haven’t been for a long time and won’t be going anytime soon at £7 per person. Bloody ridiculous. It’s a natural waterfall and should be free to anyone. Like trying to charge to watch the rain fall. Great vids watch how you go lass & Lad 👍

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

It is quite pricey for a walk especially if you bring the whole family, although I think it is a little cheaper for kids. Such a lovely place you live though ☺ thanks for watching!

@ghalltn6 3 жыл бұрын

The current tyres on my van are done, so I'm going for all weather tyres when replacing, I think this will make a real difference when going off the beaten track, yet to get a heater in, but haven't suffered too badly, but will be, however, getting a portable toilet in the van just makes life a little bit less stressful (Although yes, admittedly, I also have a p*ss bottle 😂) .

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Haha I'm waiting for my tyres to be worn in so it gives me an excuse to get the Michilin Cross Climate tyres. Feels like a waste to upgrade for no reason. I am actually quite happy with my porta potti but my belly has been a little funny recently which isn't the best for van life 😅

@ghalltn6 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams oh no, hope your feeling better soon. And snap on the tyres, I should have them on the van in the next few weeks so I'll let you know the outcome!

@sarahlingard3952 3 жыл бұрын

(Sorry if already asked, please ignore) Just wondering... Could you use red diesel for your heater while it has a separate tank? Just a thought, might save some pennies 😀👍

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

It's ok, someone has suggested this to me. I acrually had not heard about it so I absolutely could. However I am hoping to hook my diesel heater up to my main diesel tank pretty soon so won't be able to then 😁.

@sarahlingard3952 3 жыл бұрын

@@nicroams good luck with the change over 🍀👍

@aaronag7876 3 жыл бұрын

do you have one of those Chinese diesel heaters ? I want to set one up in my van, as current I have no heating and for the 5 days it is too cold in the UK lol it is a nice choice to have.

@nicroams 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I do and has been working a treat 🤗 deffo worth the investment to make your space more comfortable

@aaronag7876 3 жыл бұрын

ops hadn't got to the part you said your heater wasn't connected to your main tank.