'I ditched my narrowboat life to live on the road – my van has everything I need'

Ever wondered about the allure of life on a narrowboat or in a van? TikTok user Heidi has experienced both, recently transitioning from one to the other and shared what life is like 'off-grid'.

Along with her partner Kai, she spent two and a half years living in a van before swapping road for river, only to return to the tarmac once more. She shared her passion with her 5,000 TikTok followers, telling them: "I suppose you could say I'm hooked on the off-grid alternative lifestyle."

She continued: "Living on a narrowboat was an incredible experience. I felt deeply connected to the changing seasons, and there was something truly special about having your floating home travel with you wherever you went."

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Highlighting the perks of their past life on a boat, Heidi added: "My favourite part of boat life, especially at this time of year, was the log burner. It made the space feel so warm and cosy – perfect for autumn and winter evenings."

She also shared scenes from their canal boat's bedroom – which, although snug, offered idyllic waterside views. So why revert back to a van?

Heidi said that on the road, she, Kai, and their dog Millie have all their necessities, "I absolutely love van life and the freedom it offers for fast-paced travel and exploring new places," she said.

But Heidi still holds a deep affection for life on the water. She continued: "But narrowboat life holds a special place in my heart, and I can confidently say it's not over for me yet. One day, I'd love to own and renovate another boat, combining the best of both worlds."

The dream? "To have both a van and a narrowboat," she said. "They complement each other so