Rich on the Road - Hiking, Walks, Camping and UK Travel

In Episode 15 of the podcast, we are firmly entering November, and Christmas is right around the corner! I start this week's show with a quick, honest recap of my recent seven-night cruise out of Southampton to Spain and France—sharing the highs and lows of storm delays, missing Bilbao, and surviving the pure chaos of a 5,000-passenger buffet.   Then, we dive right into this week's main feature: a comprehensive guide to one of the most rugged, wild, and iconic headlands in all of Cornwall: Godrevy Point. I break down exactly why this short, flat loop trail packs the absolute best variety of Cornish scenery into a walk that takes under an hour.   I lay out critical parking tips to ensure you don't miss the best clifftop vistas, explore the accessibility of the dunes boardwalk, and take you straight to the edge of Mutton Cove for a bird's-eye view of a massive resident colony of wild grey seals lounging undisturbed on the sands below. Links to my content : www.richontheroad.com www.youtube.com/@richontheroaduk Social: @richontheroaduk

In Episode 14 of the Rich on the Road podcast, I am checking in from a slightly disorientating timeline—recording ahead of time before heading off on a seven-night family cruise holiday!   This week, we are recapping a brilliant mini summer road trip cutting across Cornwall to explore three completely unique coastal spots.   First, we brave the ultra-narrow streets of Mousehole (pronounced "Mousel") to check out its historic tidal harbour and a hidden local sea pool. Then, we look at the total contrast of Carbis Bay, a pristine spot that feels exactly like a premium Mediterranean beach resort.   Finally, I give you a brief teaser of my absolute favourite rugged cliff walk at Godrevy Point, chat about the photographic limitations of my compact Fuji walkabout camera, and explain how these three destinations perfectly showcase the unbelievable diversity of the Cornish coastline. Links to my content : www.richontheroad.com www.youtube.com/@richontheroaduk Social: @richontheroaduk

In Episode 13 of the Rich on the Road podcast, I am skipping the usual preamble and diving straight into one of Cornwall's most iconic and spectacular sights: St Michael's Mount. While most tourists only ever admire this historic tidal island from the mainland beaches, we are walking the entire thing!   I lay out all the practical logistics from our August 2026 family trip, including a breakdown of advance vs. on-the-day ticket pricing, National Trust membership perks, and the exact cost of parking. I also share a few critical lessons I learned the hard way—like how we accidentally ran out of time in the exotic cliffside gardens, and why you should definitely arrive before noon to avoid a rushed afternoon.   From spotting the legendary "Giant's Heart" stone on the steep, cobbled paths to exploring rare weapon collections in the Garrison Room and taking in panoramic coastal views from the castle terrace, this episode is packed with tips to help you plan your own Cornish adventure.   Links & Resources Mentioned Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richontheroadUK My Official Website: richontheroad.com Official Attraction Site: stmichaelsmount.co.uk     Connect With Me Leave a Review: If you found these pricing tips and parking guides helpful, please drop a rating on your favorite podcast app! Subscribe on YouTube to see the full video companion of us walking the causeway, which released yesterday afternoon. Find the community across social media platforms at @RichOnTheRoadUK. Links to my content : www.richontheroad.com www.youtube.com/@richontheroaduk Social: @richontheroaduk

In Episode 12 of the Rich on the Road podcast, I'm bringing you some massive channel updates, including a brand-new release schedule designed to align with when you're actually watching! I also share a quick update on my new weekly newsletter and explain why I'm stepping away from the daily trap of checking stagnant YouTube analytics.   Then, we dive into the main feature: the first few days of our family trip to Cornwall.   From navigating the steep walks and shuttle buses around Polmanter Touring Park, to getting completely pummelled by atrocious weather on a high-speed rib boat trip out to Godrevy Lighthouse and Seal Island, I give you the honest, unvarnished truth of what happened—including the moment my stomach couldn't handle bobbing around the harbour.   To wrap things up, I share some fantastic local recommendations for St Ives, including a solid spot for hot comfort food to escape the rain, a scenic 15,000-step coastal hike, and why you need to keep your eyes peeled for a rock shaped like a man's head!   Links & Resources Mentioned Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richontheroadUK My Official Website: richontheroad.com Join the Friday Newsletter: richontheroad.com/sign-up Featured Eats: Firehouse Bar & Grill (27 Fore Street, St Ives)     Connect With Me Rate the Show: If you're enjoying my weekly travel rambles, please drop a quick review on your favorite podcast app to help me reach new ears! Subscribe on YouTube to see the full video companion from our wet and windy rib boat ride, which released yesterday afternoon. Catch me across major platforms at @RichOnTheRoadUK. Links to my content : www.richontheroad.com www.youtube.com/@richontheroaduk Social: @richontheroaduk

In Episode 11 of the Rich on the Road podcast, I'm checking in with the shifting UK weather as autumn begins to take hold here. I give you a transparent update on my YouTube subscriber counts and explain why the results of my ongoing AI thumbnail experiment—testing a 100% authentic design against an AI-manipulated one—will officially have to wait until next week to finish. The heart of this week's show is a comprehensive, unsponsored review of Polmanter Touring Park in Halsetown, just on the outskirts of St Ives.   Having used it as our family base for six nights during the peak August season, I lay out all the exact facts, figures, layout quirks, and costs.   From the absolute convenience of leaving our campervan behind to take a 20-minute downhill stroll into town, to navigating those tricky wave-sensor showers and dodging sudden Cornish downpours that threatened my wind-out awning, I cover the real highs and lows of this premium family campsite. Links to my content : www.richontheroad.com www.youtube.com/@richontheroaduk Social: @richontheroaduk

In Episode 10 of the Rich on the Road podcast, Richard serves up an honest, unscripted look at the daily grit of content creation.   He breaks down the waiting game of his recent YouTube thumbnail A/B test and vents some good-natured frustration over stagnant subscriber counts and bot activity.   Then, it’s time to head west! Richard takes you along on the first leg of his summer trip toward Cornwall.   This week's adventure features a packed 24-hour stopover on the sun-drenched Devon coast in Torquay, a seafront Premier Inn stay, and a dinner service hiccup at L'Iguana's.   The journey continues onto Bodmin Moor for a beautiful riverside hike through the gorge at Golitha Falls National Nature Reserve—complete with a review of a must-visit pitstop for elite milkshakes hidden right in the car park.   Leave a Review: If you're enjoying the weekly rambles, please rate the show on your favourite podcast app to help it reach new listeners! Subscribe on YouTube for the visual companion to every road trip. Catch the brand across socials at @RichOnTheRoadUK. Links to my content : www.richontheroad.com www.youtube.com/@richontheroaduk Social: @richontheroaduk

In Episode 9 of the Rich on the Road podcast, Richard deals with a sudden flare-up of knee wear-and-tear that sidelined his weekly hike, recalling a similar injury from his 2024 USA road trip.   Despite staying off his feet, he has plenty to share.   Richard follows up on last week's AI discussion by launching a real-world YouTube A/B test. He is pitting his own thumbnail design against one put together by YouTube’s studio tools using his baseline assets to see which version actually wins the click.   Then, the main feature dives into an unforgettable summer road trip to North Wales.   From taking the slow back roads to Shrewsbury, they head deep into Betws-y-Coed to take on the thrilling Alpine Coaster at Zip World UK. Richard also details their rainy-day runs, walks near the iconic Pont-y-Pair bridge, a scenic drive along the stunning A5, and a hidden waterfall tucked away in a housing estate.     Links to my content : www.richontheroad.com www.youtube.com/@richontheroaduk Social: @richontheroaduk

In Episode 8 of the Rich on the Road podcast, Richard pulls back the curtain on the recent "rebirth" of his YouTube channel.   He shares the brutal honesty of shifting content focus, losing subscribers, and why genuine engagement matters far more than vanity numbers.   Later in the episode, Richard dives into the rapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in travel content. From AI-generated Facebook flyers to polished social media feeds, it is getting harder than ever to know what is real.   Richard shares his personal philosophy on keeping his content 95% authentic, while candidly admitting how he just used ChatGPT to solve a major thumbnail design headache for his upcoming North Wales adventure video.   Plus, get a sneak peek at the Fair Oaks campsite review dropping on the channel today! Links to my content : www.richontheroad.com www.youtube.com/@richontheroaduk Social: @richontheroaduk

Welcome back to the Rich on the Road Podcast! In this week's episode, I share an update on life behind the scenes, including my return to the gym, the aches and pains that come with starting again at 53, and the challenge of keeping videos, blog posts and podcasts flowing on a regular schedule. I also talk about my recent walk between Beaulieu and Buckler's Hard in the New Forest, the videos currently in production, and what you can expect to see on the YouTube channel over the next few weeks. The main topic this week is the Pathway 4G Router – a campervan and motorhome internet solution designed to improve mobile data reception when travelling. I discuss why I bought it, how it works, my first experiences using it, and the embarrassing mistake that stopped it working during my initial setup. In This Episode Returning to the gym and dealing with the reality of getting older Editing the upcoming North Wales travel vlog A recent walk from Beaulieu to Buckler's Hard Future travel videos and campsite reviews First impressions of the Pathway 4G Router Campervan internet options and mobile data on the road Why my router wouldn't connect (and why it was entirely my fault!) Coming Soon on the YouTube Channel Keyhaven Marshes Travel Vlog Chester Fairoaks Campsite Review North Wales Road Trip & Adventure Vlog Cornwall Travel Videos Jersey Road Trip Series Beaulieu to Buckler's Hard Walk Guide Follow Rich on the Road 🌍 Website: RichOnTheRoad.com 📺 YouTube: @RichOnTheRoadUK 📸 Instagram: @RichOnTheRoadUK 📘 Facebook: Rich On The Road UK 𝕏 X (Twitter): @RichOnTheRoadUK Enjoying the Podcast? If you're enjoying these weekly travel updates, campervan adventures and honest stories from the road, please consider leaving a review and subscribing so you never miss an episode. Thanks for listening, and as always... Stay safe, keep looking for adventure, keep exploring, and I'll see you on the road. Links to my content : www.richontheroad.com www.youtube.com/@richontheroaduk Social: @richontheroaduk

Welcome back to the podcast!   After a bit of an unintended summer break, we are back, but things look a little bit different around here.   In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why the old names (Driving Horizons and Stories Through the Shutter) are gone for good, how a major website malware attack forced a fresh start, and why everything is now officially aligned under Rich on the Road.   From here on out, these episodes are unscripted, informal, and focused on travel, day trips, camping, and walks—just like a casual chat with friends.   I also catch you up on our recent, incredibly rough ferry crossing back from a family summer holiday in Jersey (complete with storm delays and broken-down yachts!), a surprise September resolution to get fit, and a preview of today's video destination: Hurst View Caravan and Camping Park on the south coast.   What We Cover in This Episode: The Rebrand & The Malware Mess: Why I'm dropping the corporate shield, moving to a secure new host, and bringing a personal touch back to the podcast and YouTube. The Schedule: What to expect moving forward—podcasts every Monday morning, and brand new travel videos dropping every Monday afternoon at 5:00 PM. The Jersey Ferry Survival Guide: Rocking like a seesaw, premium lounge sick bags, and getting home at 2:15 AM. A New September Resolution: Joining the gym with Max to kickstart a healthier routine. Hurst View Campsite Preview: Breaking down what to expect from this basic, field-style campsite nestled between Lymington and Keyhaven.   Connect With The Journey: Watch the main channel video at 5 PM: https://www.youtube.com/@richontheroadUK Explore the fresh, secure new hub: www.richontheroad.com For technical Lightroom tutorials & software fixes: Subscribe to my photography channel: https://www.youtube.com/@richardchubbUK Links to my content : www.richontheroad.com www.youtube.com/@richontheroaduk Social: @richontheroaduk