I get paid for living in a caravan and I get my electricity, water and WiFi for free
A WOMAN has revealed she lives in a caravan and gets paid for it.
Katie, originally from the UK and known online as ‘The Caravan Mum’, confessed that not only does she get her pitch for free, she also gets her electricity, water and WiFi for free.
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The mum, who lives in West Wales and previously revealed she hates the school holidays at a caravan park, opened up about her lifestyle on social media, leaving many open-mouthed.
She said online: “If you want to be able to live on a field for free and generate income at the same time, you don’t have to run a business, you don’t have to have a remote job, you can be a Campsite Manager.
“Basically, this is the person who is the security, who is the cleaner, who is the manager, you do a whole range of things.
“You live on site and you do all the things a site owner would do, but you get paid for it.
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‘And you get your pitch for free, you get your electricity for free, you get your water for free.
“You generally get WiFi for free, depending on whether it is actually on the campsite or not, so that means a lot of bills and you also get an income for that.”
Katie explained that despite this, the income is “not very good” and is generally minimum wage.
But either way, Katie raved about the lifestyle and shared that while the money isn’t great, it’s worth it for everything you get.
Not only this, but she also raved about the ‘transferable skills’ that come with the job.
Katie explained that campground manager jobs are generally given to retirees or semi-retirees.
She also said that many of these jobs are also available to couples.
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @the caravan familyhas clearly left many with their mouths open, as people flocked to the comments to share their thoughts on the unique track.
I would love that job
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One person said: “I would love that.”
Another said: “I want to do this.”
A third commented: “I would love that job and I can also take plumbing and electrical skills with me.”
How much does it cost to live in a caravan?
LIVING in a caravan can be an economical and flexible lifestyle choice in Britain. Here is an overview of the possible costs:
Initial costs
- Caravan purchase: £8,000 – £40,000 (depending on size, age and condition)
- Caravan insurance: €200 to €800 per year
Ongoing monthly costs
- Pitch costs: £150 – £600 (varies by location and facilities)
- Utilities (electricity, gas, water): £40 – £120
- Maintenance and repairs: £20 – £80
- Internet and television: £20 – £50
- Gas for heating/cooking: £15 – £40
Other potential costs
- Waste disposal costs: £8 – £25
- Transport costs (when moving): Variable, depending on the distance
- Optional extensions (awning, solar panels, etc.): £400 – £1,600 (one-off)
Example monthly budget
- Pitch costs: £400
- Utilities: £80
- Maintenance and repairs: £40
- Internet and television: £40
- Gas for heating/cooking: £25
- Total: £585
Annual estimated costs
- Total monthly costs: €585 x 12 = €7,020
- Insurance: £500
- Maintenance and repairs: £480
- Total annual costs: £8,000
Tips for saving
- Pitches costs outside peak hours: Look for lower rates outside of peak season.
- DIY maintenance: Carry out minor repairs yourself.
- Energy efficiency: Invest in solar panels to reduce energy costs.
Although the initial installation costs can be significant, the ongoing costs of living in a caravan can be relatively low, making it a viable option for those looking for an affordable and mobile lifestyle in Britain.
Meanwhile, many were keen to learn more about the job, with one user asking: “If you do these jobs, can you live full-time?”
In response, Katie explained: “Yes, you will be there permanently, but they are usually temporary/seasonal contracts and you still need a separate residential address for pay slips.”
At the same time, someone else wondered, “Where can I do that?”
Katie then confirmed: “UK Campsites is just one of them, just put the campsite managers in a search engine!”
