A WOMAN has revealed that she lives in a caravan and gets paid for it.
Katie, who is from the UK and is known online as ‘The Caravan Mum’, confessed that not only does she get her pitch for free, but she also gets her electricity, water and WiFi for nothing too.
The mother, who is based in West Wales and previously revealed that she hates the school holidays on a caravan park, took to social media to open up on her lifestyle, leaving many open-mouthed.
Posting online, she said: “If you want to be able to live on a pitch for free whilst actually generating income – you don’t have to run a business, you don’t have to have a remote job, you can become a Campsite Warden.
“Basically, this is the person who is the security, who is the cleaner, who is the administrator, you sort of do a whole tangent of things.
“You are living on the site and you do all of the stuff that a site owner would do, but you get paid for that.
“And you’re getting your pitch for free, you’re getting your electric for free, you’re getting your water for free.
“You generally get WiFi for free, depending on whether it’s actually on the site or not, so that’s a lot of bills that are included, and you’re getting an income for that as well.”
Katie explained that despite this, the income is “not very good” and is generally minimum wage.
But regardless of this, Katie raved about the lifestyle and shared that although the money isn’t great, it’s worth it because of everything that you get included.
Not only this, but she also raved about the “transferable skills” involved with the job too.
Katie explained that campsite warden jobs are generally given to retired people or those who are semi-retired.
As well as this, she shared that a lot of these jobs are also available for couples too.
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @thecaravanfamily, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as people flocked to the comments to share their thoughts on the unique job.
I’d love that job
TikTok user
One person said: “I would love that.”
Another added: “I want to do this.”
A third commented: “I’d love that job and can bring plumbing and electrical skills too.”
How much does it cost to live in a caravan?
LIVING in a caravan can be an economical and flexible lifestyle choice in the UK. Here's a breakdown of potential costs:
Initial Costs
- Caravan Purchase: £8,000 – £40,000 (depending on size, age, and condition)
- Caravan Insurance: £200 – £800 per year
Ongoing Monthly Costs
- Pitch Fees: £150 – £600 (varies by location and facilities)
- Utilities (Electricity, Gas, Water): £40 – £120
- Maintenance and Repairs: £20 – £80
- Internet and TV: £20 – £50
- Gas for Heating/Cooking: £15 – £40
Other Potential Costs
- Waste Disposal Fees: £8 – £25
- Transport Costs (if moving locations): Variable, depending on distance
- Optional Add-ons (Awning, Solar Panels, etc.): £400 – £1,600 (one-time)
Sample Monthly Budget
- Pitch Fees: £400
- Utilities: £80
- Maintenance and Repairs: £40
- Internet and TV: £40
- Gas for Heating/Cooking: £25
- Total: £585
Annual Estimated Cost
- Total Monthly Costs: £585 x 12 = £7,020
- Insurance: £500
- Maintenance and Repairs: £480
- Total Annual Cost: £8,000
Tips to Save
- Off-Peak Pitch Fees: Look for lower rates during off-peak seasons.
- DIY Maintenance: Handle minor repairs yourself.
- Energy Efficiency: Invest in solar panels to reduce utility costs.
While initial setup costs can be significant, ongoing expenses for living in a caravan can be relatively low, making it a viable option for those seeking an affordable and mobile lifestyle in the UK.
Meanwhile, many were keen to know more about the job, as one user asked: “If you do these jobs can you live full time?”
In response, Katie explained: “Yes you’ll be there permanently – however they do tend to be temp contracts/seasonal contracts and you will still need a separate residential address for payslips.”
At the same time, someone else questioned: “Where can I do that?”
To this, Katie confirmed: “UK Campsites is just one of them, just put campsite wardens into any search engine!”
