Solo on an old boat: she traded her car to live rent-free

You can absolutely escape the traditional rent cycle, and this full 40ft narrowboat tour proves you don't need a massive budget to achieve true housing autonomy. After 7 years of full-time alternative living on the UK waterways, Bex shares the radical, unfiltered truth about trading a city apartment for life on a canal boat. From her initial £5000 starting point on a smaller vessel to her current setup, Bex's journey from South Africa to the UK is a practical blueprint for minimalist survival. We dive deep into the gritty specifics, including the complete financial reality check—detailing mooring costs, essential boat maintenance, and exact monthly narrowboat licensing fees. Like the videos? Fuel the next one ☕ → https://www.buymeacoffee.com/riexploring Check out Bex's social media   / bexandtheboat   Stay in touch!   / alternativehouse     / tinyhousestory   https://riexploring.com In this video: 00:00 The £5000 London Housing Loophole 01:20 Reconditioned Engine & Fuel Efficiency 02:10 Clever Reverse Layout Tiny Home 02:50 Ultimate Off-Grid Power Setup 04:00 DIY Bathroom & Composting Toilet Superpower 05:10 Her Honest 'Why' for Canal Life 07:40 Cozy Tiny Home Living Room & Office 09:10 The Real Numbers: Buying, Maintenance & Hidden Fees 11:55 Summer Front Deck 13:15 South Africa to London: Escaping Rent & Load Shedding Thanks so much for watching and for the support! #tinyhouse #narrowboatlife #boattour