@@SpacemanSmeehe explained that. Sold house for around 250… bought land for 125 and lived in a caravan…. Worked on the land these past few years and built his own home
What a crazy world we live in. Can't afford to live in concrete jungles, all crammed into street after street, and all while all the big suppliers charge a fortune and make massive profit year by year. Yet this guy HAD to look at alternative options and it turns out a spot of paradise is affordable. Something very backwards with this. I absolutely envy this man and I hope they all continue to be happy out there. Got me thinking hard!
You know the profit per customer is around £50/100 per year for energy. I'm all for the off grid life but don't kid yourself about what it cost to maintain the national grid.
Fantastic lifestyle & he's 100% correct about the bullshit within the system that's why they don't want any of us to escape from it because people would soon realise they don't need the system to survive the system needs us to exist !!!! This man is richer than any billionaire living within the matrix !!! Good luck to him & his family !!
What a Shang-grid-La!! Best of luck to you all from Canada! Vancouver Island and yes, there are off grid options here. Get far enough away from "the rulers" and you can do anything. Well water, wood stoves, gardens, septic tanks and trees. We have deer, fish, elk and chickens, fresh eggs and meat. Ducks, cows, llamas and alpacas, plus all the domestics: horses, dogs cats and all kinds of pet birds and even snakes and lizards. Great communities and lots of people helping each other. Back to the earth, yes, way to go!!
The more these people will show their lifestyle, the faster system gonna stop it. There is absolutely no space for 8 bln people to leave like that at thirst place. Soon it gonna be forbidden. System needs people inside the system. In our world if you found a paradise, be silent and live calmly 😊But they starting trends and system starts to fight agains these who crack the code. I bet in 10 years there will be the first lows against this lyfestyle
@alexnovakcz ive said the same here in the usa about all the instagrammers doing van life boasting about all the beautiful free spots the live in. Ive been in a vehicle for 3 years now and i keep my mouth shut because i can see exactly where all the freedom is heading. They've already started to crack down and restrict it
😂but the parents are on social media and posting. They show you what they want you to see to have you come back and make comments 😂😂😂 and the truth of it will not be revealed. People lie to get what they want and need.
I live deep in the forest covered mountains of Maine (USA). For the last 6 years the ONLY liquid I've drank is water that comes from my artisan well. The well is 470 feel deep and taps into an ancient underground aquafer. The water I drink has likely been underground, protected from the pollutants of the modern age, for more than 1000 years. It's especially delicious and I've become quite the water snob, lol.
I love seeing how people in the UK manage to live off grid in this highly restricive country. This guy is obviously highly intelligent and has absolutely smashed it!
I’m off grid, in a wood for last 10 years. The idea at the end about time, that’s the thing that decided for me. I was well paid, but realised my time was worth more to me than anything I could earn, because your time is finite.
Sounds amazing! I keep seeing woodland for sale. When I looked into it, you are allowed a "shed" with specific measurements. Do you have to commit to maintaining the trees, etc? I am unsure how owning a woodland works.
@@helenw2157 you can only stay there for 28 days. I don’t know if you could get away with it if it’s more rural area I did find a woodland that’s 27 acres but I’m 35K short. I don’t know if you can get planning permission, but if you become a coal burner or have poultry, you might be able to. Would love to talk if you you’d like ?
@@keithw8286 please could I get your email address if possible so I could contact you to ask you a few questions that I didn’t really want to make public?
This man takes full responsibility to look after his family and animals, i deeply respect him and his hard work. His phylosophy about the economic system is beautiful as well, it is the painfull truth, people value money and material possessions more then there time with there loved ones.
I know Paul and family, and I'm glad he's got this platform to showcase what he has achieved. Building this life and pursuing being off grid has given him wisdom beyond his years. I hope this gives other a small wedge in the brains, question the system and what other opportunities can be created. All the best to Paul and family and to anyone else giving off grid a go.
Listening to Pauls comments on being trapped in the system, is like listening to the thoughts that are constantly spinning round my mind, this literally sums up what society has become and the trappings of modern living. Absolutely love what he's built here, it's perfect. Buying land and being able to do this now is becoming more and more difficult, cost, restrictions as to what you can do etc. We all know why that is. What an excellent way of living.
I feel the same way but he is perfectly suited for this. He has a connection to sellers, grew up in the trades, self employed. Total outlier compared to most of us living on the grid. But more power to him!
No television! And can I just say thanks to this channel for not playing loud music the entire video and just letting us listen to the guy. There is still some background music throughout and you could take it out - just have a bit of music here and there. Your viewers like the peace and quiet.
Nah mate, if you’re investing time and money into a video you need to think of the average viewer and retention rate. The faint music, makes a massive difference. The average viewer won’t even realise it’s there.
Everything he has done, we did but in Africa. We couldn't afford to pay utilities and levies and transport etc Now we only have a monthly cost of internet and dried goods as we setup properly. The peace we feel not having the stress of bills every month is incredible. Yes the life is more labour intensive but being outside most of the day feels so great. The only thing we have to spend is time, how we spend that, is all that truly matters. I'm so happy to be able to give my son life closer to the Earth. This video was so encouraging!! ❤
This guy is 100 percent correct. I sold everything and got out, live in a van but it’s nice. I don’t regret it. Life is becoming unsustainable. And that’s a serious fact.
yeah im the same.started staying in my 1st van at weekends then decided i wanted more so gave up my house,bought a bigger van and have been in it for over 2 years.dont regret it at all and unless i can be in a situation, identical to the guy in this video,i will NEVER live in a house again
I'm considering doing the same. I earn a decent wage and don't have any luxury items or go on holidays and by the end of each month my money's gone. I don't know how people live on an average or below average salary. So seriously considering selling my house and doing my own van build and just living like that.
Building my van for off grid was the most eye opening thing I’ve done. Now bought some derelict property’s for a small holding :) infectious, this van life haha
Currently watching from the back of my campervan , having spent last night reflecting on ‘time’. Honestly think I was meant to come across this video today! Thanks
😂..He is dead right. Years ago, I had a school teacher yell at me , " Christ, why do you always have to go against the grain? " . I took it as a compliment 😂😂
This guy is a proper bloke, taking care of his family and being awake enough to get them all out of the matrix and trap that the masses fall into. I love his take on life and wish him all the very best in life. There are many ways to be rich in life and he seems to have everything on point. His point about time not being for sale is literally on the money and spending time with those you love is everything and more as you hit your 40s and later stages of life. Maximum respect Paul.
I love how Paul speaks, short & sweet with a nice twang of humour, guy is brimming with personality. The off grid life or even just country life does a lot for being happy
This is taking 'off-grid' to a whole new level! Spectacular! Gorgeous open planned home, beautiful setting/surroundings. This video will make a lot of people reevaluate 'how' to live a better life without buying into the matrix. To me it's a no brainer. Standard of living is dropping drastically. What better wat to live! PS very talented artist!
Bloody awesome mate..what a huge achievement getting out of the trap. How did you get planning permission? Also what is heating the bedrooms ect? You said about the gas bottles but no plumbing pipes. Just wondering
Most people will never do it because they've been brainwashed to believe they have to have insurance on everything and "healthcare". In the U.S., that is what keeps people trapped in the system and willing to risk their lives to keep their jobs when the mandates happened. Few have the mindset to trust Our Creator for all we need and not worry about man-made systems of control. They think they're buying safety and giving up their freedom.
how is he, or you, free? He still relies on bottled gas and petrol to run his heating and backup genny. He relied on the system to provide everything he used to build his house. I'm also assuming he is paying council tax and income tax/NI. Not knocking the guy, or others that do this, but the impression people have that they are free of "The System" is plain wrong
@@jra55417 Yes you are quite right, everything costs, I actually live in France, my yearly French rates bill is €347, My electric is now free, I'm on solar and lithium, I use about 4 gas bottles a year at €37 a bottle to run my cooker and my water heater, my heating is free as I cut my own firewood, I do pay for mains water which is just under €100 a year, I do my own sewage via a septic tank, I wasn't quite correct, I do have a yearly spend but it's tiny compared to the average household with all services, Oh and I forgot my internet, Starlink at €40 a month, but everyone pays for internet. One weeks earnings covers my entire yearly bills, ( not including internet) so I am winning in a way. Life's choices ! Bonne soirée ! Apologies x
Lucky folks, I wish them well. 20 years younger, I'd be looking for a similar set-up, plugged into the NHS now and knacked before I wake up in the mornings, don't get old ... 😅😂🤣😊 ... keep smiling 👍
If off grid living were only for the young and muscular, it is a bit unfortunate init. But that’s not how human society evolved to be. So yeah, we need to do a lot more thinking/ discussing/ acting in terms of diversity of skills and experience in homesteading communities.
good to see he's been able to do it without mindlessly spending money on everything and sensibly gather and build things that they need and live happily
yeah this build is a realistic one.if you watch grand designs,anyone on it that builds an "off grid" home,there final costings are something ridiculous like 800k 😂
We did all of this exactly, in Tasmania Australia, six years ago. It's the best life. I agree with your statement about how everything comes from "the hill", and you end up never wanting to leave it. We have firewood, clean spring and rain water, some of the cleanest air on the planet, and solar we have set up ourselves very cheaply. The animals and gardens provide nearly all of our clean and healthy food. We never want to leave. We still socialize all we want, and maintain all the privacy as well. Friends and family don't all "get it", until they visit for a few days. You just have to be handy and willing to make the effort.
Changing the water filters can be a challenge during the winter. It's best to plant fruit/ nut trees as soon as you can. Don't plant one type of tree I have apples cherries, plums, walnut and sweet chestnut. I think it is better to get a range that can burn wood for heat and cook food. The grey water can water the trees. My poly tunnel provides me with the more exotic foods. Birdy
Hi l looking to move back home from londen next year up Hillend of Scotland wat wood to cook and wat wood to burn story for asking but l gust started to lern want as much advice as people can give me as l be 54 old woman next year 😂any advice will be so grateful letitia from Scotland
lol You're terrific ! Your comments about "becoming a bit more Pagan." and "becoming part of the Hill" are exactly right..and that IS what Real Living is all about. You are living exactly as Everyboyd Should be living. Kudos to you and your lovely family !
@@Khazandar yes but people should understand the consequences of their actions. If you go to a local food fair and buy a locally grown marrow that's good, you're doing good, buying local produce. But if you drove the mile and a half to get there in a 5.0L diesel Range Rover, it's not so good.
Thank you Paul and your family for giving us the privilege of showing us how hard you have all worked to be as free and independent as possible. Bravo ❤❤❤
I like this blokes way of thinking and he is a great philosophical thinker Spot on with the clock 👍 And living the dream. I have fallen in love with the ethos of off grid freedom. Well done and "living the dream" ❤❤❤
Impressive what they have created for themselves! Very nice to hear someone talk about how others place such a high value on money over anything else. I'd be very happy to have these folks as neighbors.
Totally agree with Paul. I got out 15 years ago seeing the way things were going. I couldn’t afford to do this in the UK so went to Europe. Am also 100% off grid, threw out the TV, grow most of my food, etc. It’s true about becoming part of the land and it’s true how happy that makes you.
Fantastic. In a world of selfishness and stupidity, what you are doing and the way you describe it are wonderfully refreshing. My wife and I live in a similar way in western Brittany and it makes sense to us, also. I woke up when I came here nine years ago and have learned so much since that I couldn't learn in my cramped house in England. Like you, we have found that being forced to live with the seasons and in harmony with nature is so rewarding. I think you made a really mature decision doing what you did and wish you and your family all the best in the years to come.
Given that the regulator for energy just announced the raise in prices for gas, and electricity, for the coming winter season, this family is living the dream. Would be nice to get more information on how they got planning permission, which is the cancer in the UK when it comes to buying a small holding, and building one’s own home. Hats Off!!! This is a very nice build, some cost numbers on the house, out buildings, septic systems, and solar would be nice.
key part is planning not the most exciting video but would be very intrested to see a rouund up of how everyone got planning permission for there homes.
Regarding cost, sounds like you need £140k plus enough to build a house, solar system, and buy and keep two horses, and a generator for a third of the year
Yeah I'm real suspicious of how much info they HAVENT included. How did they get planning permission? How did they secure the funding for all this? Nothing adds up.
Very smart guy indeed. This is the dream. It is exactly what I am working towards. I love seeing stories of others who have done it so this episode has been truly special for me. Thank you.
Been saying for years that the more complex our society becomes with tech/politics/work, the more we will yearn for our roots to emerge. We’re made to struggle a bit, but by working the land and caring for our families-not by working for some company making someone else richer than we could ever dream. We need opportunities to breathe, to make connections, to build/create. We need to feel free again. Fear of the unknown is the greatest obstacle because they have us all brainwashed to think we can’t survive, let alone thrive without modern amenities. Time to escape the matrix.
The lifestyle he just explained all coming from “ The Hill “ is what I have always thought actual life was supposed to be lived . Absolutely Love this Thank You so very much for sharing 🙏🏻😊 And Thank You so very much for making this video 🙏🏻😊
Im so jealous of this family, wish my family had this luxury. Im travelling for work, working 5 days a week, busting chops to keep food in the fridge and the bills paid. This is insane, and i love it.
We can very much relate to Paul and his family! We bought our 11 acres originally thinking we would connect to the grid. After living in a shed for 2 years and living with a very basic solar system the thought was… we can do this! The thought was cemented when we got a quote to connect to the grid was $50,000. More than being in solar power. It’s a no brainer really. We haven’t looked back since. Love living in our Modern Off Grid home.
Were coming up on 4 years in, and feel we couldve been further along. We have spring water and wood heat, and a propane tank for cooking and hot water. Were taking the porck roof off in the next month, and starting to plan the solar. We are hoojed to the grid here, but we've had to rely on a gas generator several times this summer.
I rarely leave comments but this video compelled me to say something. I had a beautiful house in the country (Snowdonia) with 15 acres of land. I also had a very stressy job which I hated but it paid well and so found myself on the hamster wheel. A few yrs ago my 'wife' decided we should separate (we have 3 kids), I fell to pieces to be honest (had 2 heart attacks too along the way) and it took me a good 3 or 4 yrs to get a grip. Now I live in my campervan and have never felt so free. Of course I sometimes miss the bells & whistles of consumerism but recognise for those little yearns there are a whole lot of negatives associated. I'm fortunate to not work now, I have enough money to keep me happy and like Paul said in the video my 'time is my currency'. This was a great video it really made me smile. Paul has an extremely healthy grasp on life. My only gripe about the video was the editing (sorry!!).. when you were interviewing Paul in the field, his son was creeping up to the left of the shot, you panned away to remove him, then you zoomed further into Paul; I would have thought it better to be inclusive of the little boy and involve him in the interview, just my tuppence worth. Great video and 1 more subscriber to your channel!
This has been the best of these kind of videos till now! In a few months time my wife, 2 year old son and 4 months old baby daughter, our Golden Retriever Iroh and me will move to our farm that we're rebuilding. We will be off grid for water and (hopefully really soon) will be off grid for electricity. Our ground is 7,5 hectares (Belgium) or 18,5329 acres. I want to live without TV (except for these kind of videos that I can watch on my phone, or the occasional movie night). But I can't force it on my wife. Our life's today in the system with this overload of media is not easy. We need to go back to a more natural way of living.
He ends with a hope we enjoy his story. The time off grid has given him the gift of perceiving his OWN story, unlike the rest of humanity waiting for the media to tell you what your story should be. Time alone with your own, unique spirit is amazing.
It took me until 67 y/o to get here, but now I'm 68 and loving it. As and old retired single man, I don't have the energy to keep up a place, but I can pay for others to help me, so. Here I am in northern Portugal, Almost off grid, and starting a small garden and a new relationahip with a wonderful Portuguese man. Thanks for your visionary video and advice. We are on the same page, at different stages of life.
@@royking7298 It was a loaded question, hyperbole if you like. I was asking, what do you think the prospects are for young people to own their own property today?
This man is so wise and I loved his telling of how you get more Pagan and start to get intuitions and inklings and see things you’ve never seen before when you live that close to nature. Also loved his comment about becoming part of the hill as you drink the natural water and veg your sustenance from the land. That’s why people were much more intelligent in the past.
I have lived some of these moments. I can imagine the numbers of people watching this that envy what this guy has done. Its not for everyone , thats for sure. You need a strong work ethic and ability to work. That just cut out a whole lot of people
@@Khazandar ya , i really feel elevated leaving a comment on a youtube video , are you so petty? I have done similar to our man here , its true its not for everyone
Lovely guy, all the best of luck to him and his wonderful family, and so pleased they teach their son at home because the poor darlings are so corrupted in the schooling system now he is very lucky he got planning permission not always allowed
Respect to this man for being sensible and showing what it really means to „live“! He has a beautiful functional home, a breathtaking view and quality of life most people can only dream of. When he mentioned how these last few years have changed him by re-igniting his intuition due to his eating and drinking from the land, and the cycle of life connected to it, it confirmed my belief that in order to really thrive, reconnecting is the only way. Gaia has much to give, but we need to be open and not abuse her. This is such an inspiring video and will give many people food for thought regarding their life choices! ❤
I think you have the right idea Paul. And I am working towards this myself thanks to the makers of this video for its content and the quality of it. Also thank you Paul for taking the time to share your home and a bit of your life and letting people know they can do this themselves.
Honestly, it 's got to be said you're absolutely brilliant. Your life with your family, your surroundings and the freedom, what you've created together is a paradise. Fresh air, beautiful scenery, all the animals and then living hand in hand with Nature and all it has to offer plus giving your children the chance to experience first hand the changes the four seasons of the year present us. The brilliant colours of Autmn, the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness or the full glory of hearing the skylarks and other indigenous birds and insects. No millionaire could be more content with all his material worldly possessions than this man with his family and the wonderful rural home he's built for them. Absolutely magnificent thanks very much for allowing us to share your story and experiences. Best wishes to you and your lovely family.
Absolutely fabulous :) This sort of semi-autonomous living is something that more of us should embrace again. It's been a near life-long dream to have built up a village of our own, surrounded by friends with the skills we need to, as a community, handle most things. Sadly, I have reached old age without that ever flowering from more than a pipe dream and most of those I would have gathered around us have now passed on. But this fellows philosophy is one I fully recognise and agree with ... and seeing someone making the dream happen is wonderful.
This guy gets it. Brilliant to see people living outside of the system and to be so happy because of it. The system is bs. Bills have already been paid through government contracts, with tax money. Energy companies produce pieces of paper, that’s all. We are not a legal name or address.
He would be tickled pink to know that many people out there like me for example are incredibly jealous of his idyllic and sufficient lifestyle. The house is just perfect. No telly is a bit harsh but if your family is as busy as his, the telly is not necessary. I know the children will be better for it.
This video blessed me so much! I was feeling a bit off today and didn't know why. I watched this video and felt an incredible peace, and felt like almost everything in this video needs to be my goal! Thank you Sir! Yahweh bless you and your family!
Oh. My. GOD! --- That is just about the most amazing, wonderful, incredible story I've ever heard. And again, he's absolutely correct in everything he says. The 'time' thing especially but the bullshit you get from the service providers and building a connection with the land. ------ Mind, BLOWN!
As another family who lives off grid, I completely agree with your theory in life. You can't buy time for sure and your family is your most valuable thing in life. You mentioned that people think you become disconnected living like that...I disagree. You are more connected to the truly important things in life. Great place you have. Thanks for sharing.
What a lovely Man with such wise words . Love the way he describes his connection to the land and his consequent happiness . Very happy for him and his family .
How refreshing to hear someone acknowledge the almost ''pagan'' lifestyle that creeps up onto folk who leave the urban madness and as they shed the layers of control they revert back to living as one with nature as much as possible. The pragmatic yet caring way he approaches the killing of deer etc is something no one usually speaks about when it comes to living off grid.
This is a beautiful home. I love the idea you have your bill you can raise and hunt your own food and grow in your own garden the best way for children to grow up.
Here is the link to the video of our conversation with Paul about planning permission
ruclips.net/video/d3dACJRqegA/видео.html
Thankyou. This is literally what I was about to ask for.
This man is rich. Has everything he needs and spends 4 days a week with his family. True wealth.
@@Dontknowmyrealdad1
Sleep on It - it will come to You what He did...!
@@Dontknowmyrealdad1 he was just speaking about total value of places. he transferred mortgage
@@LeeGee you can get mortgages on land tho? idk what hes talking about
They're absolutely living my dream!!! They're not disconnected they're REconnected!!!
It's funny how being priced out of on-grid life meant they became so much richer ☺️
@@HappyBerryCrochet 🎯
How’s he afford all that land
@@SpacemanSmee He used the equity from selling his city house for the land and the build.
@@SpacemanSmeehe explained that. Sold house for around 250… bought land for 125 and lived in a caravan…. Worked on the land these past few years and built his own home
@@SpacemanSmee He explained that!!
This chap is an inspiration. What I admire about him is that he is so humble and honest. He is everyone’s perfect neighbour.
Don't see it.(I)
@@Marie.b👀
Put in an exhaust fan for the stove
Very inspiring !
@shubel Yes thats probably why he was given the perfect opportunity to live a peaceful life ..
What a crazy world we live in. Can't afford to live in concrete jungles, all crammed into street after street, and all while all the big suppliers charge a fortune and make massive profit year by year. Yet this guy HAD to look at alternative options and it turns out a spot of paradise is affordable. Something very backwards with this. I absolutely envy this man and I hope they all continue to be happy out there. Got me thinking hard!
I don't pay them haven't paid water TV for 9 years tax 9 years gas and electricity about 18 months c tax this year sod them
You know the profit per customer is around £50/100 per year for energy. I'm all for the off grid life but don't kid yourself about what it cost to maintain the national grid.
@@matty506 aye, it looks like a difficult start up for the guy. Prob the average person would struggle to set up, but it looks great to me.
@Lou-s5h why it's only civil and they are corporations mate I lost the fear
It takes a year to get used to the isolation its not easy if your use to city life but its worth it
A man with family, on his own land, and a live stock with no debit, is the richest amongst many of us no doubt!
Enjoy your life mate and stay safe.
Fantastic lifestyle & he's 100% correct about the bullshit within the system that's why they don't want any of us to escape from it because people would soon realise they don't need the system to survive the system needs us to exist !!!! This man is richer than any billionaire living within the matrix !!! Good luck to him & his family !!
What a Shang-grid-La!! Best of luck to you all from Canada! Vancouver Island and yes, there are off grid options here. Get far enough away from "the rulers" and you can do anything. Well water, wood stoves, gardens, septic tanks and trees. We have deer, fish, elk and chickens, fresh eggs and meat. Ducks, cows, llamas and alpacas, plus all the domestics: horses, dogs cats and all kinds of pet birds and even snakes and lizards. Great communities and lots of people helping each other. Back to the earth, yes, way to go!!
The more these people will show their lifestyle, the faster system gonna stop it. There is absolutely no space for 8 bln people to leave like that at thirst place. Soon it gonna be forbidden. System needs people inside the system. In our world if you found a paradise, be silent and live calmly 😊But they starting trends and system starts to fight agains these who crack the code. I bet in 10 years there will be the first lows against this lyfestyle
@alexnovakcz ive said the same here in the usa about all the instagrammers doing van life boasting about all the beautiful free spots the live in. Ive been in a vehicle for 3 years now and i keep my mouth shut because i can see exactly where all the freedom is heading. They've already started to crack down and restrict it
@@keltait Was machen die denn dagegen ? Wenn.sich diese Leute aber kein anderes Leben leisten können . Das gibt es auch.
Until you need professional medical care.
I do love this, but be a bit realistic.
His theory at 8:00 about becoming more connected to the land is absolutely beautiful. It makes so much sense.
🥰🌱🦌🌳❤🌲🐑🍄🥰🌾🐐🪵❤️🏞️🐓🥰 ... Accidentally become a pagan.. 🙌😄
Great setup- and a child playing a piano not scrolling on a phone, best bit👍
Agreed! Thanks for watching 😊🙌🏼
😂but the parents are on social media and posting. They show you what they want you to see to have you come back and make comments 😂😂😂 and the truth of it will not be revealed. People lie to get what they want and need.
@@user-hj2gz5sh6v No they’re not, and in the video description it explains that Paul isn’t on social media
@@Crazydiamond_1974 I can see him on the screen. Is YT not social media?
@@jra55417 boooooo
I live deep in the forest covered mountains of Maine (USA). For the last 6 years the ONLY liquid I've drank is water that comes from my artisan well. The well is 470 feel deep and taps into an ancient underground aquafer. The water I drink has likely been underground, protected from the pollutants of the modern age, for more than 1000 years. It's especially delicious and I've become quite the water snob, lol.
Happy for you, enjoy every moment.
@@connorluka7149 I'm truly grateful.
Sounds delicious !
Wonderful! ❤
Everything this bloke says, makes total sense. The weird thing is, he and his family are natural and spiritual Millionaires.
@@ianross04 for sure 👍😉🇨🇮☘️Eire
It always did and always will.
absolutely right! We as a family living similarly and the people in Germany hated us for the freedom we are having. Living in eastern europe now.
I fully agree with this…. Living in SA in a suburban house and 90% off the grid already for the last 3 years. I don’t need the bloody government……
paul wheaton calls it Permaculture Millionaire
I love seeing how people in the UK manage to live off grid in this highly restricive country. This guy is obviously highly intelligent and has absolutely smashed it!
Yes and sold his house in the city for £225,000
"I am the hill" ....I bloody Love it😂 🧡✊️
He even looks like the hill😂
I love the fact that you took your family back to your family’s land without really knowing it. Best of luck to you ☘️
I guess that "hill" was really in your DNA after all!
Love that theory about becoming the hill.
Yes, that really got me thinking...
I am The Hill
be the hill
He even blends in with the hill. Wonderful.
I’m off grid, in a wood for last 10 years. The idea at the end about time, that’s the thing that decided for me. I was well paid, but realised my time was worth more to me than anything I could earn, because your time is finite.
I’m thinking of that
Would love your advice or if you are renting land ?
Sounds amazing! I keep seeing woodland for sale. When I looked into it, you are allowed a "shed" with specific measurements. Do you have to commit to maintaining the trees, etc? I am unsure how owning a woodland works.
Also, would it be all yours or are people allowed access? Thanks for any advice 🙂
@@helenw2157 you can only stay there for 28 days. I don’t know if you could get away with it if it’s more rural area I did find a woodland that’s 27 acres but I’m 35K short. I don’t know if you can get planning permission, but if you become a coal burner or have poultry, you might be able to.
Would love to talk if you you’d like ?
@@keithw8286 please could I get your email address if possible so I could contact you to ask you a few questions that I didn’t really want to make public?
This man takes full responsibility to look after his family and animals, i deeply respect him and his hard work.
His phylosophy about the economic system is beautiful as well, it is the painfull truth, people value money and material possessions more then there time with there loved ones.
Very true 💯 percent
I know Paul and family, and I'm glad he's got this platform to showcase what he has achieved. Building this life and pursuing being off grid has given him wisdom beyond his years. I hope this gives other a small wedge in the brains, question the system and what other opportunities can be created. All the best to Paul and family and to anyone else giving off grid a go.
Listening to Pauls comments on being trapped in the system, is like listening to the thoughts that are constantly spinning round my mind, this literally sums up what society has become and the trappings of modern living. Absolutely love what he's built here, it's perfect. Buying land and being able to do this now is becoming more and more difficult, cost, restrictions as to what you can do etc. We all know why that is. What an excellent way of living.
I feel the same way but he is perfectly suited for this. He has a connection to sellers, grew up in the trades, self employed. Total outlier compared to most of us living on the grid. But more power to him!
I'm sooooo happy to see there's still a scintilla of independence in the English soul! You are a truly wise man.
No television! And can I just say thanks to this channel for not playing loud music the entire video and just letting us listen to the guy. There is still some background music throughout and you could take it out - just have a bit of music here and there. Your viewers like the peace and quiet.
Totally agree--the loud continual music other channels play is a real turnoff!
It's needed for the algorithm
AI
Nah mate, if you’re investing time and money into a video you need to think of the average viewer and retention rate. The faint music, makes a massive difference. The average viewer won’t even realise it’s there.
The faint music is very nice.
Everything he has done, we did but in Africa. We couldn't afford to pay utilities and levies and transport etc
Now we only have a monthly cost of internet and dried goods as we setup properly.
The peace we feel not having the stress of bills every month is incredible. Yes the life is more labour intensive but being outside most of the day feels so great.
The only thing we have to spend is time, how we spend that, is all that truly matters.
I'm so happy to be able to give my son life closer to the Earth.
This video was so encouraging!! ❤
This guy is 100 percent correct. I sold everything and got out, live in a van but it’s nice. I don’t regret it. Life is becoming unsustainable. And that’s a serious fact.
yeah im the same.started staying in my 1st van at weekends then decided i wanted more so gave up my house,bought a bigger van and have been in it for over 2 years.dont regret it at all and unless i can be in a situation, identical to the guy in this video,i will NEVER live in a house again
I'm considering doing the same. I earn a decent wage and don't have any luxury items or go on holidays and by the end of each month my money's gone. I don't know how people live on an average or below average salary.
So seriously considering selling my house and doing my own van build and just living like that.
Most van life people are done with it after a few years. I guess you are still in the celebration phase and I hope you keep enjoying it
Building my van for off grid was the most eye opening thing I’ve done. Now bought some derelict property’s for a small holding :) infectious, this van life haha
Yall are living the life.
He’s living the way we all should be.
Currently watching from the back of my campervan , having spent last night reflecting on ‘time’.
Honestly think I was meant to come across this video today!
Thanks
I'm off-grid here in Finland. Not having monthly bills is the best.
Can tell this chap doesn't enjoy conforming to someone elses plan. 👍Brilliant
😂..He is dead right. Years ago, I had a school teacher yell at me , " Christ, why do you always have to go against the grain? " . I took it as a compliment 😂😂
What a man ,he has detached himself from all the nonsense from life .Behind every great man there is a greater woman as they say❤.
Sim p
The words are great woman, not a greater woman.
Yeah far behind him. She was conspicuous by her absense. Defo a divorce within 5 years.
Nailed it - all we really have is family, friends and time....
This guy is a proper bloke, taking care of his family and being awake enough to get them all out of the matrix and trap that the masses fall into. I love his take on life and wish him all the very best in life. There are many ways to be rich in life and he seems to have everything on point. His point about time not being for sale is literally on the money and spending time with those you love is everything and more as you hit your 40s and later stages of life. Maximum respect Paul.
Best thing I've watched for years !! well done everyone involved ✌
Thanks Andy 🙌🏼😊 glad you enjoyed it
I love how Paul speaks, short & sweet with a nice twang of humour, guy is brimming with personality. The off grid life or even just country life does a lot for being happy
This is taking 'off-grid' to a whole new level! Spectacular! Gorgeous open planned home, beautiful setting/surroundings. This video will make a lot of people reevaluate 'how' to live a better life without buying into the matrix. To me it's a no brainer. Standard of living is dropping drastically. What better wat to live! PS very talented artist!
Great comment! Thank you 🙌🏼 glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts 😊
Bloody awesome mate..what a huge achievement getting out of the trap.
How did you get planning permission?
Also what is heating the bedrooms ect? You said about the gas bottles but no plumbing pipes. Just wondering
Most people will never do it because they've been brainwashed to believe they have to have insurance on everything and "healthcare". In the U.S., that is what keeps people trapped in the system and willing to risk their lives to keep their jobs when the mandates happened. Few have the mindset to trust Our Creator for all we need and not worry about man-made systems of control. They think they're buying safety and giving up their freedom.
Life's choices ! Turn left or turn right ? I did the same as Paul 20 years ago, Best move I ever made, I truly am free !
Brilliant video guys 👌
how is he, or you, free? He still relies on bottled gas and petrol to run his heating and backup genny. He relied on the system to provide everything he used to build his house. I'm also assuming he is paying council tax and income tax/NI. Not knocking the guy, or others that do this, but the impression people have that they are free of "The System" is plain wrong
@@jra55417 Yes you are quite right, everything costs,
I actually live in France, my yearly French rates bill is €347, My electric is now free, I'm on solar and lithium, I use about 4 gas bottles a year at €37 a bottle to run my cooker and my water heater, my heating is free as I cut my own firewood, I do pay for mains water which is just under €100 a year, I do my own sewage via a septic tank,
I wasn't quite correct, I do have a yearly spend but it's tiny compared to the average household with all services,
Oh and I forgot my internet, Starlink at €40 a month, but everyone pays for internet.
One weeks earnings covers my entire yearly bills, ( not including internet) so I am winning in a way.
Life's choices ! Bonne soirée ! Apologies x
Lucky folks, I wish them well.
20 years younger, I'd be looking for a similar set-up,
plugged into the NHS now and knacked before I wake up in the mornings, don't get old ... 😅😂🤣😊 ... keep smiling 👍
If off grid living were only for the young and muscular, it is a bit unfortunate init. But that’s not how human society evolved to be. So yeah, we need to do a lot more thinking/ discussing/ acting in terms of diversity of skills and experience in homesteading communities.
What a lovely sensible man.
good to see he's been able to do it without mindlessly spending money on everything and sensibly gather and build things that they need and live happily
yeah this build is a realistic one.if you watch grand designs,anyone on it that builds an "off grid" home,there final costings are something ridiculous like 800k 😂
We did all of this exactly, in Tasmania Australia, six years ago. It's the best life. I agree with your statement about how everything comes from "the hill", and you end up never wanting to leave it. We have firewood, clean spring and rain water, some of the cleanest air on the planet, and solar we have set up ourselves very cheaply. The animals and gardens provide nearly all of our clean and healthy food. We never want to leave. We still socialize all we want, and maintain all the privacy as well. Friends and family don't all "get it", until they visit for a few days. You just have to be handy and willing to make the effort.
Changing the water filters can be a challenge during the winter. It's best to plant fruit/ nut trees as soon as you can. Don't plant one type of tree I have apples cherries, plums, walnut and sweet chestnut. I think it is better to get a range that can burn wood for heat and cook food. The grey water can water the trees. My poly tunnel provides me with the more exotic foods.
Birdy
Hi l looking to move back home from londen next year up Hillend of Scotland wat wood to cook and wat wood to burn story for asking but l gust started to lern want as much advice as people can give me as l be 54 old woman next year 😂any advice will be so grateful letitia from Scotland
Beautiful house. Beautiful people. Absolutely no way back once we smelled the freedom.
lol You're terrific ! Your comments about "becoming a bit more Pagan." and "becoming part of the Hill" are exactly right..and that IS what Real Living is all about. You are living exactly as Everyboyd Should be living. Kudos to you and your lovely family !
Surely people should decide for themselves how they want to live.
@@Khazandar yes but people should understand the consequences of their actions. If you go to a local food fair and buy a locally grown marrow that's good, you're doing good, buying local produce. But if you drove the mile and a half to get there in a 5.0L diesel Range Rover, it's not so good.
Thank you Paul and your family for giving us the privilege of showing us how hard you have all worked to be as free and independent as possible. Bravo ❤❤❤
I like this blokes way of thinking and he is a great philosophical thinker
Spot on with the clock 👍
And living the dream. I have fallen in love with the ethos of off grid freedom. Well done and "living the dream" ❤❤❤
Impressive what they have created for themselves! Very nice to hear someone talk about how others place such a high value on money over anything else. I'd be very happy to have these folks as neighbors.
great way for the kids to grow up , enjoy yourselves
Thanks for watching 🙌🏼😊 glad you enjoyed the video
Totally agree with Paul. I got out 15 years ago seeing the way things were going. I couldn’t afford to do this in the UK so went to Europe. Am also 100% off grid, threw out the TV, grow most of my food, etc. It’s true about becoming part of the land and it’s true how happy that makes you.
Fantastic. In a world of selfishness and stupidity, what you are doing and the way you describe it are wonderfully refreshing. My wife and I live in a similar way in western Brittany and it makes sense to us, also. I woke up when I came here nine years ago and have learned so much since that I couldn't learn in my cramped house in England. Like you, we have found that being forced to live with the seasons and in harmony with nature is so rewarding. I think you made a really mature decision doing what you did and wish you and your family all the best in the years to come.
What a lovely man, and what a lovely life. We should all aspire to this.
Given that the regulator for energy just announced the raise in prices for gas, and electricity, for the coming winter season, this family is living the dream. Would be nice to get more information on how they got planning permission, which is the cancer in the UK when it comes to buying a small holding, and building one’s own home. Hats Off!!! This is a very nice build, some cost numbers on the house, out buildings, septic systems, and solar would be nice.
No solar..wind turbines for north europe
Try living in the Peak district and applying for planning permission,,,🤔🤔🇬🇧🇬🇧
key part is planning not the most exciting video but would be very intrested to see a rouund up of how everyone got planning permission for there homes.
Regarding cost, sounds like you need £140k plus enough to build a house, solar system, and buy and keep two horses, and a generator for a third of the year
Yeah I'm real suspicious of how much info they HAVENT included. How did they get planning permission? How did they secure the funding for all this? Nothing adds up.
An adorable young man. The world needs more such men, such families. May they be blessed.
Very smart guy indeed. This is the dream. It is exactly what I am working towards. I love seeing stories of others who have done it so this episode has been truly special for me. Thank you.
Agreed! He's got it all right!
Thanks for watching, glad you really enjoyed this episode and got something out of it 🙌🏼😊
Been saying for years that the more complex our society becomes with tech/politics/work, the more we will yearn for our roots to emerge. We’re made to struggle a bit, but by working the land and caring for our families-not by working for some company making someone else richer than we could ever dream. We need opportunities to breathe, to make connections, to build/create. We need to feel free again.
Fear of the unknown is the greatest obstacle because they have us all brainwashed to think we can’t survive, let alone thrive without modern amenities. Time to escape the matrix.
Now that is a "Real House in a Real Place. Admiration and respect, sir..😊
The lifestyle he just explained all coming from “ The Hill “ is what I have always thought actual life was supposed to be lived . Absolutely Love this Thank You so very much for sharing 🙏🏻😊
And Thank You so very much for making this video 🙏🏻😊
A cool house and a cool philosophy too. A great way for their children to grow up!
It is amazing to get disconnected from the system!! This guy is amazing and his house and farm are gorgeous!! I envy him.
Beautiful. I live this way, and it's very comfortable and ridiculously affordable!
So ridiculously affordable that it cost £140k CASH for the land alone! 🤣
This is an inspiration not just for being off-grid but because the house is so well designed and charming.
Really impressive. Well done. And that the authorities allowed it.
Not being crushed by the council is actually the weirdest part of this story.
Im so jealous of this family, wish my family had this luxury. Im travelling for work, working 5 days a week, busting chops to keep food in the fridge and the bills paid.
This is insane, and i love it.
We can very much relate to Paul and his family!
We bought our 11 acres originally thinking we would connect to the grid. After living in a shed for 2 years and living with a very basic solar system the thought was… we can do this! The thought was cemented when we got a quote to connect to the grid was $50,000. More than being in solar power. It’s a no brainer really.
We haven’t looked back since.
Love living in our Modern Off Grid home.
Were coming up on 4 years in, and feel we couldve been further along. We have spring water and wood heat, and a propane tank for cooking and hot water. Were taking the porck roof off in the next month, and starting to plan the solar. We are hoojed to the grid here, but we've had to rely on a gas generator several times this summer.
I rarely leave comments but this video compelled me to say something. I had a beautiful house in the country (Snowdonia) with 15 acres of land. I also had a very stressy job which I hated but it paid well and so found myself on the hamster wheel. A few yrs ago my 'wife' decided we should separate (we have 3 kids), I fell to pieces to be honest (had 2 heart attacks too along the way) and it took me a good 3 or 4 yrs to get a grip. Now I live in my campervan and have never felt so free. Of course I sometimes miss the bells & whistles of consumerism but recognise for those little yearns there are a whole lot of negatives associated. I'm fortunate to not work now, I have enough money to keep me happy and like Paul said in the video my 'time is my currency'. This was a great video it really made me smile. Paul has an extremely healthy grasp on life. My only gripe about the video was the editing (sorry!!).. when you were interviewing Paul in the field, his son was creeping up to the left of the shot, you panned away to remove him, then you zoomed further into Paul; I would have thought it better to be inclusive of the little boy and involve him in the interview, just my tuppence worth. Great video and 1 more subscriber to your channel!
The wisest person I've heard in a long long time :)
This has been the best of these kind of videos till now! In a few months time my wife, 2 year old son and 4 months old baby daughter, our Golden Retriever Iroh and me will move to our farm that we're rebuilding. We will be off grid for water and (hopefully really soon) will be off grid for electricity. Our ground is 7,5 hectares (Belgium) or 18,5329 acres.
I want to live without TV (except for these kind of videos that I can watch on my phone, or the occasional movie night). But I can't force it on my wife. Our life's today in the system with this overload of media is not easy. We need to go back to a more natural way of living.
He ends with a hope we enjoy his story. The time off grid has given him the gift of perceiving his OWN story, unlike the rest of humanity waiting for the media to tell you what your story should be. Time alone with your own, unique spirit is amazing.
It took me until 67 y/o to get here, but now I'm 68 and loving it. As and old retired single man, I don't have the energy to keep up a place, but I can pay for others to help me, so. Here I am in northern Portugal, Almost off grid, and starting a small garden and a new relationahip with a wonderful Portuguese man. Thanks for your visionary video and advice. We are on the same page, at different stages of life.
Portugal is fabulous, fantastic climate, cold in the winter but at least it's short. I'm of to visit my offgrid friend in Portugal soon.
Do the people you pay to help you, own a property themselves? I think we need good, secure homes for everyone.
@@leejohnson3209 Some do; some do not. I don't discriminate.
@@royking7298 people on a minimum wage are struggling to live.
@@royking7298 It was a loaded question, hyperbole if you like. I was asking, what do you think the prospects are for young people to own their own property today?
This man is speaking so much truth! Time is way more precious then money! ❤
I daren't share that with the wife, she'll have the house on the market before the end of the day!
Brilliant, well done family :)
😂 It's hard work but so worth it!
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He understands it.
Change of seasons, energies, intuition… fantastic. ❤
This man is so wise and I loved his telling of how you get more Pagan and start to get intuitions and inklings and see things you’ve never seen before when you live that close to nature. Also loved his comment about becoming part of the hill as you drink the natural water and veg your sustenance from the land. That’s why people were much more intelligent in the past.
I have lived some of these moments. I can imagine the numbers of people watching this that envy what this guy has done. Its not for everyone , thats for sure. You need a strong work ethic and ability to work. That just cut out a whole lot of people
Or some people just don't want to do it. No need to put others down to elevate yourself.
@@Khazandar ya , i really feel elevated leaving a comment on a youtube video , are you so petty? I have done similar to our man here , its true its not for everyone
Lovely guy, all the best of luck to him and his wonderful family, and so pleased they teach their son at home because the poor darlings are so corrupted in the schooling system now he is very lucky he got planning permission not always allowed
This chap gets it. Yes, I’m a little envious, but he and his family deserve this amazing life. All the best.
Respect to this man for being sensible and showing what it really means to „live“! He has a beautiful functional home, a breathtaking view and quality of life most people can only dream of.
When he mentioned how these last few years have changed him by re-igniting his intuition due to his eating and drinking from the land, and the cycle of life connected to it, it confirmed my belief that in order to really thrive, reconnecting is the only way. Gaia has much to give, but we need to be open and not abuse her.
This is such an inspiring video and will give many people food for thought regarding their life choices! ❤
I think you have the right idea Paul. And I am working towards this myself thanks to the makers of this video for its content and the quality of it. Also thank you Paul for taking the time to share your home and a bit of your life and letting people know they can do this themselves.
Many a true word. I live in a similar (nearly)off grid place just outside the Lake District and agree totally
humble and honest - you’ve saved your family.
Paul mate your my hero!
I’m speechless, just incredible! Know exactly how we need to be living asap, thanks for all your great eye opening content🙏
Paul is simply inspiring,absolutely fantastic.
Honestly, it 's got to be said you're absolutely brilliant. Your life with your family, your surroundings and the freedom, what you've created together is a paradise. Fresh air, beautiful scenery, all the animals and then living hand in hand with Nature and all it has to offer plus giving your children the chance to experience first hand the changes the four seasons of the year present us. The brilliant colours of Autmn, the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness or the full glory of hearing the skylarks and other indigenous birds and insects. No millionaire could be more content with all his material worldly possessions than this man with his family and the wonderful rural home he's built for them. Absolutely magnificent thanks very much for allowing us to share your story and experiences. Best wishes to you and your lovely family.
Absolutely beautiful home and lands. I wasn't surprised that one is an artist as the interior is stunning - should be an interior decorator.
Absolutely fabulous :) This sort of semi-autonomous living is something that more of us should embrace again.
It's been a near life-long dream to have built up a village of our own, surrounded by friends with the skills we need to, as a community, handle most things. Sadly, I have reached old age without that ever flowering from more than a pipe dream and most of those I would have gathered around us have now passed on.
But this fellows philosophy is one I fully recognise and agree with ... and seeing someone making the dream happen is wonderful.
This guy gets it. Brilliant to see people living outside of the system and to be so happy because of it.
The system is bs. Bills have already been paid through government contracts, with tax money. Energy companies produce pieces of paper, that’s all. We are not a legal name or address.
In my humble view, these two did everything right. You can sense the feeling of freedom, liberation and joy as he speaks
Brilliant fella, brilliant ethos, brilliant video ... thank you Paul 🙏
He would be tickled pink to know that many people out there like me for example are incredibly jealous of his idyllic and sufficient lifestyle. The house is just perfect. No telly is a bit harsh but if your family is as busy as his, the telly is not necessary. I know the children will be better for it.
This video blessed me so much! I was feeling a bit off today and didn't know why. I watched this video and felt an incredible peace, and felt like almost everything in this video needs to be my goal! Thank you Sir! Yahweh bless you and your family!
This is, without doubt, the best video on RUclips! Watch, enjoy and share.
Ayyy, thank you 😎🙌🏼 glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for watching!
Oh. My. GOD! --- That is just about the most amazing, wonderful, incredible story I've ever heard. And again, he's absolutely correct in everything he says. The 'time' thing especially but the bullshit you get from the service providers and building a connection with the land. ------ Mind, BLOWN!
Great comment Martin! Glad you enjoyed the video! 🙌🏼😊 thanks for watching
Time is precious, waste it wisely
I love his philosophy on life and living and getting away from corporate monopolies
You realy shouldve asked him more about planning.
Here's our conversation with Paul about planning permission ruclips.net/video/d3dACJRqegA/видео.html
As another family who lives off grid, I completely agree with your theory in life. You can't buy time for sure and your family is your most valuable thing in life. You mentioned that people think you become disconnected living like that...I disagree. You are more connected to the truly important things in life. Great place you have. Thanks for sharing.
Mate. Just the best, there is always pressure in life, but you have turned into pleasure. 100 percent living ❤
What a lovely Man with such wise words . Love the way he describes his connection to the land and his consequent happiness . Very happy for him and his family .
How refreshing to hear someone acknowledge the almost ''pagan'' lifestyle that creeps up onto folk who leave the urban madness and as they shed the layers of control they revert back to living as one with nature as much as possible. The pragmatic yet caring way he approaches the killing of deer etc is something no one usually speaks about when it comes to living off grid.
Finally one in the UK! These sorts of homes are always in the US as far as I have found. So wonderful to see this here!
WOW this really spoke to me. What a lifestyle for the family so close to and integrated with land and Nature.
This is a beautiful home. I love the idea you have your bill you can raise and hunt your own food and grow in your own garden the best way for children to grow up.