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Former estate agent and bank clerk now work as campsite wardens in Wales. They receive free caravan pitch, water and electricity, earning £1,900 each, with monthly expenses around £642.
A couple from the UK have left their jobs in real estate and banking to become campsite wardens in Wales. In exchange for 40 hours of work per week, they receive free caravan accommodation, water and electricity.
According to the sources, their monthly expenses are around £642, while each earns £1,900. This allows them to save up to £2,000 per month. They also purchased a motorhome for £13,000 for travel.
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A UK couple quit their jobs in real estate and banking to become campsite wardens. They receive a free caravan pitch, utilities, and can now save up t...
A UK couple quit their jobs in real estate and banking to become campsite wardens. They receive a free caravan pitch, utilities, and can now save up to £2,000 monthly. Working 40 hours a week, they also purchased a £13,000 campervan for travel.
A former estate agent and bank worker now work as campsite wardens in Wales. They receive a free pitch, water, and electricity while earning £1900 eac...
A former estate agent and bank worker now work as campsite wardens in Wales. They receive a free pitch, water, and electricity while earning £1900 each per month. Their reported monthly living costs are around £642.
Updated: 13.06.2026
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