Bedford MJ Habitation Box Build
In the Beginning In 2023 we were asked to build a habitation box on a Bedford lorry. We began our work with Jess and Dan before they bought their truck. As complete newbies to the overland and truck scene they asked us to join them to look at prospective trucks and we were happy to help. We visited Crouch Military Supplies and viewed half a dozen different lorries, mostly Leyland DAF’s and Bedfords.They chose a 1985 Bedford MJ, ex-military lorry and before long we were building their habitation box. We spent some time working on the design which had some…
Overlanding in Italy: Tips, Tricks & Hidden Gems for Your Next Adventure
Italy might not be the first place you think of when it comes to an overlanding adventure but it’s certainly worth considering. We spent ten weeks overlanding in Italy over the winter of 2022-23 and we’re so glad we gave…
Overlanding in Albania
Overlanding in Albania is certainly an experience. This relatively undiscovered country is one of extremes. From the hustle and bustle of the port city of Durrёs or the capital Tirana, to the empty expansive hill country in the north, Albania…
Overlanding in Shetland
Overlanding in Shetland gives you the perfect opportunity to explore rugged hills, empty beaches and islands packed full of history. The Shetland Islands are situated way off the north coast of Scotland, almost as close to Norway as to the…
Where to visit when Overlanding in Andalusia?
Overlanding in Andalusia may just have been one of the best bits of our winter trip to Spain. Andalusia (Andalucía in Spanish) is the second-largest region in Spain and seems to account for most of the sunny South, but beachlife…
Overlanding in the Basque Country
The Basque Country, in the North-East corner of Spain is a beautiful region that often gets forgotten about. You might recognise one or two city names, but this region is also home to rugged coastlines, snowy mountains and villages that…
Alternatives to the NC500
The NC500 is probably the most well-known driving route in the UK right now, and with good reason! It’s a road trip that gives you everything you could want. There are stunning beaches, quaint villages, ancient castles, and mountain passes…
How to insulate your Overlander habitation box and line it
How you choose to insulate your Overlander habitation box and clad, or line, the interior will have a major impact on how comfortable it is for you. Ok, the lining is technically less important than the insulation but one does…
Building your own Overland Habitation Box
Choosing how to build your Overland habitation box is a big decision; it’s going to be your home after all. There are so many options when it comes to what to make your box from. Your decision is going to…
Top things to see and do in Orkney
As the Orkney Overlanders, we thought it was only fitting that one of our first travel posts should be about the Orkney Islands! Having both spent the largest portions of our lives living in Orkney we can get a little…
How to find and buy an Overlander truck
Choosing your Overlander truck is a big decision. This vehicle is going to be your home (part-time or full-time). You might be planning on travelling all the way around the world with it – so there’s a lot riding on…