How To Find UK Wild Camp Locations | My Gear & How I Recon
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- čas přidán 9. 08. 2019
- #WildCamping in the UK is a mysterious and wonderful thing!
The UK has almost no open public land, legal permissions to camp nor support for those seeking to connect with nature beyond a fleeting visit. So, how do you find a spot to hit PAUSE, make a brew or even lay your head?
Here, I hope to just give a little intro into how I recon areas. I share the tools I use & give a 'dangerous' 😉 glimpse at my mindset when I'm rustling among the trees.
I just hope it's of interest to experienced and inexperienced wild campers alike. I'm no expert nor is this an attempt to educate, it's just me sharing my personal routine 👍 I hope it might help motivate someone to pick up a backpack to head out & just explore 🗺
I generally adopt a late in, early out policy & ALWAYS treat the areas I visit with total respect. #LeaveNoTrace - goes without saying, but what helps me camp with a clear conscience is the empty bag I always take with me 👜
Picking up the litter is a great way to make friends! Land owners 🧐 sometimes appreciate the kind help. Rangers 🤠 realise your a sincere outdoors person with the best interests of the area at heart & even if they still turf you off their land, hopefully they realise your love for the great outdoors & let you move on quietly (shhhh half a mile down the road) & in peace 👊
Always put your safety & the safety of others first! The #outdoors can be a dangerous place with unexpected surprises around every corner! So, PLEASE! don't venture deep or remote until your clear about all aspects of personal safety, essential first aid & know what your actions will be in case of an emergency.
Have fun! Stay safe! & please leave a like, comment and if you want more of this stuff, a sub would be most epic 👍😉 Thank you!
Peace 🙏
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90% of the time I'll stay in managed woodland but I always make sure I get caught. Bare with me. I arrive late in the day as you say, I want sleep, but in the morning I'll pack/tidy up a bit and then make myself obvious to whoever is managing the land. When they approach I invite them into camp and have a good old chin wag and explain the situation. Most of the time they'll say no problem as they can see all my rubbish is packed up, I haven't damaged anything and I'm a friendly chap. Just strike up a conversation on the environment and their job, people love to chat about their passions and they love being out in nature as much as we do. I have many places I return to around the south of England and I can turn up any time I like.
That's a very good practice 👍 If they get to know your face then I guess they'll be more likely to turn a blind eye too. We've so many different organisations managing our woodlands around here.. Local Authorities, Foresty Comm., Woodland Trust, RSPB, City Council, Water Authority & privately owned plantation, it's quite difficult sometimes to know who you might bump into & when. I guess sticking to a smaller area would help build relationships. I always find time to stop & chat with folk when marching out.. sight of a backpack definitely helps build positive relations (from dog walkers to rangers). Thank you for posting Paul 👍 sincerely, much appreciated. Hope you're enjoying the autumn season 😎
Some of the terminology makes me laugh wild camping.....Isn't that just any camping that isn't in your garden and stealth camping...your not exactly a ninja just got your tent in a farmer's field and trying not to get the boot or near someones house,lol
Try this one. Set up a camp 50 metres away from the forest workers. You need to be able to see them but you need to make sure they do not see you at all costs. You need to do 72 hours there. Remember, certain food and human waste will give your position away so think carefully. If you can do 72 hours and not compromise your possition, you pass. Your shelter needs to be fast deploy and fast pack away incase you need to move position. Test your skills :)
Is that the same 'poking a bear with a stick' 😂 Could be quite interesting.. watching the wardens sniffing about, unable to detect where the frying bacon is coming from 😆👍🏼
@@StevePikePhoto if they detect you just bribe them with a bacon sandwich 😂
I love how natural your videos are and the narration, I wild camp and don't like the videos most people do because it's just not real enough and only include the best shots and drone footage but you show what it's really like from start to finish.
* anyone who wants to get into wild camping will be very well done following hid tips and tricks!
Great Vid bud. Impressed with the tree ID for the Quercus rubra!! Im subbed and look forward to more tips and tricks .
Thank you sir 👍🏻 that's very kind & much appreciated.
Man you drive fast
😂 no point hanging about 😉👍
@@StevePikePhoto so fast that copper you dove past doesnt even have a chance of catching you
That's because he is...Automan!
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If a human had the ability to sit & have a full conversation with a tree for just one full day in their life, that person would be spell bound by the story a tree could tell about it's life & what's happened around it from the time it was just a sapling.
I've often thought similarly my friend. There's a tree near here that I'm sure was around before 1066, it now has no less than 5 individual Oak trunks growing from its huge original trunk. I get goose bumps when I go near it... can you imagine that kind of wisdom 😌🙏🏼 To spend just a few hours sat with the trees, its such a privilege to me. Thanks for the comment, hope you're keeping well.
@@StevePikePhoto It's amazing how long trees live if untouched by human hand. Especially the mighty oak.
They say that when a tree is cut down you see a ring for each year its been alive. I say each ring is a story.
Take the tree being there since 1066. Can you imagine how many people have sat beneath it's branches admiring the same beauty as you do. And what those people were like. Truly amazing.
@@waynejfoster9860 Incredible indeed 👍 We're truly blessed to appeeciate them, just as they are.
That first location is the "Black pool" in sherwood forest. Search for "Russian log cabin sherwood forest" for more details. Loved the video and channel. All the best.
I read somewhere skin so soft is no longer as effective as was they have changed the formula and taken out Citronela, if thats the case maybe Citronela on its own if you can get it in an oil say, applied to the skin or clothing may work to keep the nastie Beasties away, My information may be wrong so dont quote me, Never camped in the wood yet but got quite Exited with the potential camping locations you were coming across, Enjoyed, Les.
It's funny stuff SsSoft. The fragrance is nice, (if you like the smell of freshly bathed ladies), but a) it doesn't last that long and b) doesn't appear to effectively repel insects on scent alone (not like DEET can). What SsSoft does do, which I don't see mentioned often, is it creates a skin barrier. I tested this on a window with a ladybird and a wasp 😊 sounds like the beginning of a bad joke lol, but a lite spray of SsSoft and the insects lost grip... they can't stay planted and yeah! They fly away fast... It's funny to watch, but if the skin works the same way, flying insects are going to have difficulty attaching to skin for long enough to chow down 👍 Only theory, but personally, on exposed skin with a recent tss tss of SsSoft I've not given too much away. It does mean they flutter around you but they tend not to use you as a landing pad. I'd personally say give it a go with that frame of mind and try to avoid the DEET. It's got a place and even a safety purpose at extreme times, but SsSoft is well worth a try if you haven't 👍 Cheers Les
Some trees like yew are more than a thousand years old, some say touching three thousand. Wild!
great video..lot of firewood there...best regards from us 'family wild camping'
thank you my friend, hope you're keeping well 👍
Great vid Spike
..sincerely appreciated 👍 Thank you my friend 😎
Stealth is the key...Great video
I agree Steve 👍🏻 certainly makes you more comfortable when you settle in. Can't wait for lockdown to ease.. been a year now since I slept under the stars 😌 ATB my friend 🙏🏻
You really do think things through. I've wild camped once for 4 days out of necessity rather than leisure, going to work in the daytime, and the thing I found was just be discrete. Wait till the dog walkers have gone at twilight then you're fine till morning. Even if someone had seen me they'd have maybe "tutted" at me. I don't see anyone calling the police, and then I don't see our underfunded police force coming out.
Hi mate! thanks for the comment. I think the most important thing is the type of woodland we camp in. Some are obviously quite heavily protected & patrolled, others more public land and given over to recreation/green space.
Sure your right about police attending.. these days its very unlikely. Rangers and Wardens in some parks are most likely to just ask you to leave & not return, which at worst is an inconvenience. A good ranger will provide an idea of where they would ignore you though! and if they don't offer a place its worth pushing your luck.. respectfully of course 👍🏼
Personally, after going to the effort of planning and packing, I like the challenge of not meeting anyone. A false sense of the wilderness, perhaps. It's like a mini challenge, I either win or fail 😉 The other thing is frequency.. I don't get to camp as often as I like, so a smooth night out is far more rewarding than dog walkers nosing into camp or busy bodies eager to report you as suspect.. Great fun whichever way we visit nature 👍🏼😎 ATB
I must admit I've never gone down the camo gear path, but maybe I should? 🤔 Anything that avoids drawing attention is smart in my book too mate 👍🏼
You'd be surprised. Someone in my family had their house broken into and burgled whilst in hospital, the police didn't turn up until 4 days later. But for a bit of LNT wild camping or having a few friends in your garden after lockdown has already ended - they'll be straight after you!
@@xspireddreams ahh it's shocking what's happening sometimes man 😞 Ever more fresh crimes that carry fines, that all get immediate responses. Money making laws. It feels sometimes like you can't leave the house without a threat of a punishment or a fine. There's no easy parking & everywhere has narrowwwr & narrower boundaries. What a world 🙄 All the more reason to make the most of the great outdoors I recon 👍 That's one thing I'll lose my liberty over - I'll never be stopped entering nature unless they literally lock me away. The day that happens.. what's left mate 🤷♂️
"twigage" ~ pertaining to a significantly large amount of twigs.. pretty sure that's in the dictionary.. 🤔... Like a milatary operation your Recons Spike with all them gizmos and maps! .. Covert Ops with the map marking aswell! 😎.. Can't beat the buzz you get from a good recon!.. really is like being a kid in a candy store when you find some potentials! .. right gotta go, Avon's callin' .. 👍
Thanks Cap 👍 I'll use "twigage" with a clear conscience now 😎 I used to rely on memory & my spider sense but it's just no longer as reliable as GPS 😉 ...and if I ever lost a marked map & found someone sleeping in "MY" 🛌 😳👊😙 Amazon £13 three pack....(no no 🙄 SsSoft) "Because your worth it" 😎👍
Talking to some mountain rescue people in the peak district ,they don't mind people wild camping as it is expected for survival if you are tired need a rest or get lost . However mountain rangers may take a different view because they see wild campers as a nuisance due to SOME leaving rubbish and lighting fires . Three rules I have 1: camp at dusk 2: out of sight ( potential for poachers with dogs and maybe have guns ! 3) leave early take rubbish leave no trace ..
wise words indeed Ken 👍 Much boils down to common sense (until someone draws a gun that is) 😉 Thanks for taking the time to post, sincerely appreciated 🙏
If trees could talk eh, good video cheers.
I like your stealth tactics, do you ever use blatancy as a tactic? I’ll sometimes behave like I belong somewhere and get left alone, useful around regular public....
thank you my friend 👍 I don't think I'd call it blatancy but I never walk away from a good chat. I always walk towards any suspects, I never try to avoid anyone once we know each other are there. Sometimes as soon as they see me headed their way, they scarper 🤨 so it's a win win really. Talking to folks, not acting like you shouldn't be there & if confronted by surprise just being polite & respectful always helps 👌 Looking forward to heading out again.. this lockdown business has been going on long enough eh? All the best, S
Hi mate great vid,
Just wondering what forest this is filmed in looks like a great location
Cheers :)
Hi, very kind thanks mate 👍 It's technically Sherwood Forest but over toward the western edge. Less popular than the main nature reserve but no less precious 🙏🌳🌲 Google maps is well worth studying if ever you get to visit. ATB my friend 😊
Thanks mate 👌🏽
My local wood , never camped there though , always seems to be busy.
Yeah, it does take some effort to find spots, as out the way as possible. Then late-in, early-out - hit-n-run camps are the best way to avoid the hoomans 😉👍 Very possible though. All the best to ya 😎
I used to go for night walks there. Avoided the carpark though.
Ahh night walks 👍🏼 I do enjoy the hour before dawn and the one after dusk - special part of the day huh?
Car parking is terrible isn't it? I tend to find a lay-by, drop in late and get out early. Never had a problem but it's not ideal. I'd rather park on a private street but there isn't one near here, so, just have to roll the dice now and again.
Not gonna lie, I randomly clicked on this video and was shocked when I saw Clipstone headstocks
I'm shocked every time I drive past mate.. they still stand but I'm not sure how, brickwork is slowly falling apart.. They need to do something with them don't they?
Hi. Great video. Thanks for sharing.
I'm a new subscriber & can't wait to watch your other videos 🙂.
I've never wild camped before (except when I was in the scouts) but now I'm in a free spirit, don't have to answer to a wife or a boss situation I feel like giving up the rat race & travel around our beautiful country wild camping as I go.
Couple of quick questions if I may:
1: I'm a little concerned about wild camping solo. What real dangers are out there? (Dangerous wildlife etc).
2: I've just tried to find the same app of the compass you've got on your phone but can't find it.
What's the app called?
Sorry comment is a bit long.
Thanks for the comment & the sub Wayne, I sincerely appreciate the kind words 👍🏼
Q2. Try an app called "Digital Compass", it has a slight accuracy improvement. Highly rated & popular app. I use this myself now.
Q1. I have to be honest & say inexperience can be a danger in itself. Things happen outdoors & can be hard to predict. Experience teaches us what to prepare for & a simple reply here won't really help much I'm afraid. So, first thing I'd say is try before you commit & take small steps. One night local first and gradually extend the area and your time outdoors.
Specifically, as you asked, the worst wild dangers in the UK are perhaps insects & other humans. Bites and stings can ruin a trip, cause immune reactions & require prompt hospital attention in extreme cases... so, be prepared for topical treatments & ALWAYS ALWAYS have an emergency escape plan. Research is critical to remain safe.
Humans are the only species likely to try and chase you off the land 😉Likewise the only species to try & spoil your experience just for the hell of it. Plan your trips carefully and chose kit & camp locations wisely.
I hope this helps. There's nothing quite like it & if you get a taste, it'll be with you for life. I nearly said bitten by the bug... but we don't want that in this game ☺
Would love to hear about your first camp, feel free to drop me a DM on Instagram anytime. All the very best my friend 👌🏼 Do it! Just do it, but stay safe mate.
@@StevePikePhoto Hi mate. Hope you're well.
Thank you so much for your advice. I had a feeling you was going to say that humans would be the worst.
Although 90% of people wouldn't cause any problems, except asking me to move on, but would hate to imagine what the other 10% would do.
When I get my first trip under my belt I will definitely let you know how it went.
At the moment I'm not on Instagram but that will be changing soon. So I'll definitely check you out.
I have just logged into CZcams for the next few hours so no doubt I'll be able to get even more great advice etc from watching your videos 😀
Stay well and stay safe my friend 🙂
Surely J.R.R. Tolkien visited and communed with these trees and was enchanted by them.
Looks idyllic
One thing I dislike about wild camping is leaving the car somewhere remote. You never know if it will be there intact when you return .
I know exactly what you mean.. although my camera gear is worth more than my car 😉 so I wouldn't lose too much (worst case). I guess there's a solution - a really cheap, roadworthy runner to treat as a camp waggon perhaps? The other thing I feel quite fortunate about, is I have a choice of woods within 5 miles of home so bike-packing is a really good way to head outdoors for a night without the hassle of a car. Its always a little nervy returning to the car though 👍 (although personally I've never had an issue)🙏 I suppose parking in public places over remote spots helps - I try to where I can. Late in - early out 💨😎
Use the bus or train. I do wild-camping and don't have a car.
its good
many thanks 👍
I need a CAMPING buddy..brain injury stops me from driving..
Where is that forest?
Hi, this forest is one of many in the area. It's in the centre of England, known as the Midlands. Hope that's helpful? ATB mate 👍🏼
This in north or south
Hello my friend, sorry for the delay.. lockdown blending all days into one long one.. 😉 Midlands or if you live south of Watford, the North 😂 Actually East Midlands between the Peak District and flat lands of Lincolnshire.
You say that the UK has almost nowhere for people to wild camp. Not true. Except for some restrictions in one national park, one third of the UK's landmass allows wild camping under its "Right to Roam" legislation. That place is Scotland (yes, for the time being it's still part of the UK) so come north folks where most of our land is open to the people whose land it really is. We will welcome you with open arms (maybe not right now, but you know what I mean)
Your absolutely right, sorry if I offended in any way - sincerely not my intention. I should have said England. I've travelled globally a little but sadly never visited Scotland, it's a place I can't wait to explore.Truly stunning place from the stuff I've seen & after the current situation gets resolved, it is a place high on my list to spend time. All the best to you 🙏
Don't be so paranoid man! What is the very worst that will happen. I have been wild camping (leave no trace) for years, no one has ever moaned at me.
No paranoia my friend, I was just trying to help fresh starters find sensible places to avoid any hassle. Your first camp can be quite an anxious thing, can't it? Was just trying to help build a little confidence in folks. Truthfully, this is an old video now.. really needs updating and simplifying, I do get your drift... I'll have to update it soon, especially with this wave of new patrols & park rangers actively ushering people away from some of the more common camp locations (i.e. Derbyshire Peaks / Lower Lakes etc.) - frankly any help or advice we can share to keep off land owners radars can only be a good thing at the moment 👍 Nobody wants evicting from a camp in the middle of the night & I hear that's happening quite often at the moment 😏
@@StevePikePhoto Appreciate the reply mate. I see you live near the 303. I know the best place around there to be the traffic island where the Yeovil turn off is. Tricky parking, but its like a wildlife sanctuary there. I'm ex Royal Marines and have been stealth camping for years. These days with Covid, I have been going out more and more. Mainly in the Welsh mountains, Dartmoor, exmoor and the qauntocks. If you're looking for good spots, the Ordinance Survey app is mint! Costs around a pound a Month but the image quality is much better than Google earth. Good luck pal
@@tysay8170 Ah I'm way north, East Midlands. Couldn't agree more with the OS app, I have the Easter Peaks on there which is where I like to hike distance. Rest of this area is a mix of managed woods, private land & nature reserves SSSIs so tricky, especially for first timers 👍 Stunning area your from.. somewhere I'd love to explore one day. All the best mate, stay safe. Steve
england pal were diff from yous when it comes to freedom to roam we can yous canny
Is it me or do the chapter titles bear little relationship to the narration?
I can't watch this video - the speed through the windscreen is making me nauseous.
YOU NEED TO SLOW DOWN YOUR GOING TO KILL SOME ONE
Sad how restricted you are in Woodlands on what can and can't do, Almost way to make us less connected to Nature