Welcome to VanHikeMike a channel built around adventure, purpose, and life beyond comfort zones.
I’m Mike, a UK-based creator documenting my journey through the outdoors, personal growth, and the transition from full-time van life to building a more grounded, intentional lifestyle without losing the spirit of exploration that started it all.
You’ll find:
🏔️ Scenic UK hikes & trail adventures
🚐 Van life reflections & weekend escapes
🔥 Real conversations about motivation, discipline, and direction
🎥 Cinematic storytelling with calm and high-energy moments
This channel isn’t just about places it’s about progress. Getting outside, trying things that feel uncomfortable, and building a life that actually feels meaningful.
If this sounds like your kind of path, hit Subscribe and walk it with me.
Drop into the comments I read more than you think.
Mike out
VanHikeMike
Just finished editing tomorrow’s adventure.
23 minutes.
2 lakes.
1 wild swim.
A lot more thinking than usual.
See you at 7pm 🏔️☕
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I’ve got a crazy idea…
For 24 hours, I’m giving up complete control of my life.
You decide:
• What I eat
• Where I go
• What challenges I do
• Who I talk to
• How I spend my day
Leave your suggestions below.
The only rule is that it has to be legal and I still need my job by Monday 😂
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 31
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After a lot of thinking, I’ve decided it’s probably time to sell Lozza.
This van has genuinely changed my life.
It’s taken me all over the UK, helped me build this channel, given me some of the best experiences I’ve ever had, and ultimately played a huge part in allowing me to buy my house.
I’ve had it on AutoTrader for a while now, but I thought I’d mention it here as many of you have followed its journey almost as closely as I have.
It’s a 2019 VW Transporter T6 T32 LWB Highline DSG 4MOTION (204PS) with a Vanworx 4-berth conversion and 67,000 miles.
I’ve been completely transparent with the advert and included photos of the cosmetic damage it has picked up over the years, but mechanically it’s been a fantastic van and has never let me down.
Current asking price is £42,995.
If anyone is genuinely interested, or knows someone who might be, drop me a message and I’ll happily send over the full advert and details.
Part of me hopes it stays because it’s been such a huge part of my life, but another part of me knows it’s time for the next adventure.
Cheers lads ❤️
Mike
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 44
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I drove to Wales after work last weekend because I felt like I needed to get away.
Ended up sitting in the van drinking coffee, watching sheep, having a couple of beers on a rock, and thinking about life.
Funny thing is, I thought I was making a hiking video…
Turns out it became something completely different.
New video tonight at 7pm.
3 weeks ago | [YT] | 44
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VanHikeMike
Bumped into a lovely couple today Nick & Lisa out on the hike today! As I was filming over looking this lake
4 weeks ago | [YT] | 24
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I’ve just arrived at tonight’s park-up in Wales and honestly… I think I needed this.
Tomorrow I’m heading off to explore somewhere I’ve wanted to visit for a while, and if the weather plays ball, it should make for a pretty incredible day.
This video’s a little different too. I’ve decided to put the script away and just be myself. Tonight I’ve spent a lot of time talking to the camera, having a proper chat about life, YouTube, where my head’s been at recently and what’s next. Whether all of it makes the final cut, I’m not sure yet, but it felt good to just hit record and talk.
For now though, I’m going to put the kettle on, enjoy the peace and switch off from the real world for a bit.
See you in the next video. ☕🏔️🚐
4 weeks ago | [YT] | 56
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Honestly a bit blown away by the response to the latest video.
I genuinely didn’t expect so many thoughtful, honest and supportive comments from people sharing their own experiences and perspectives. I’ve spent a lot of time reading through them all today and it’s reminded me why I started making videos in the first place.
Feels like this channel is becoming less about “van life” and more about documenting life as it changes… the good bits, the uncertain bits, and everything in between.
Anyway… me and Lozza aren’t disappearing anytime soon 🚐
Wales this weekend. New adventure incoming.
Stay tuned.
4 weeks ago | [YT] | 17
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Honestly wasn’t even sure whether to upload this one tonight.
Appreciate everyone that’s watched it so far ❤️
1 month ago | [YT] | 13
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Honestly think this might be one of the most peaceful places we’ve ever found in the Lake District 🌿
This video took a lot more storytelling/editing than usual and I’m really proud of how it turned out.
It’s live now if you fancy escaping reality for 15 minutes tonight ❤️
1 month ago | [YT] | 6
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A little update… 👀
Over the last few weeks I’ve finally started setting up all the other platforms properly alongside YouTube — Instagram, Facebook, TikTok etc.
YouTube will always be the main home for the big adventures and longer videos, but I’m going to start posting a lot more behind-the-scenes stuff, shorter clips, extra moments, random thoughts, coffee stops, van bits, hikes, and day-to-day life on the other platforms too ☕🚐⛰️
So if you want more regular content between uploads, come and follow along over there as well 🙌
Instagram: @ van.hike.mike
Facebook: VanHikeMike
TikTok: @vanhikemike
Appreciate every single one of you supporting this journey ❤️
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