Thinking of swapping bricks for wheels? Whether you’re planning a minimalist van conversion for weekend escapes or building a full-blown expedition truck for remote overlanding, this page is your go-to toolkit.
When we started, we knew nothing: we simply purchased The Beast, a vintage Volvo N10 ex-army truck, blind off the internet – then got on with converting it! Over the years, we’ve learned a lot and made many contacts.
Here, I share the practical resources, trusted suppliers, inspiration from seasoned builders, and essential advice to help you turn a bare vehicle into a rolling home — designed by you, for you, and for the adventures that lie ahead.
And if you want a giggle and get some real-world insight into a camper conversion, you could always read my bestselling and award-winning book, Building The Beast: How (Not) To Build An Overland Camper!
Where to Start – Choosing A Base Vehicle
I strongly recommend visiting shows to see different vehicles and layouts, and chat to suppliers and like-minded self-builders who have already taken the leap. I have produced a comprehensive guide to UK Vanlife shows, and a list of suppliers we used or researched when we purchased The Beast.
I also recommend reading this post from the Homes Off Grid website Finding the Perfect Off-Grid Vehicle to Live In
Lifestyle & Touring Full-Time
Financing Going Full-Time
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Gifts!
RV Paraphernalia
Driving & Towing
Money Saving
Other Tips & Tricks
The Wuff Guide to Travelling with Dogs
Here you will find links to my blogs containing helpful hints about issues that you will face when travelling overland with dogs. For information regarding flying with dogs, check out Travelnuity or the Pettravel website…
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The Knowledge – RV Travel Tips
We’re not sage old timers like the man in the cover shot, but we’ve learned some stuff! Below, you will find practical tips and advice from our own experience of trucking and caravanning, with many…
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