Starlink Mini power usage on a boat explained with real-world liveaboard data from the UK. We break down watts, amp hours, solar requirements, and how it compares to 5G for life at sea.

They say living on a boat is a cheaper, simpler way of life. And while the freedom is real, the 'hidden' costs can be a wake-up call. From the £1,000 rudder repair to the reality of £96/month internet, we’re breaking down everything that sits outside the neat little budget—so you can go into boat life with your eyes wide open.

We installed a 780W DIY boat solar system on our 44ft sailboat from scratch — no previous setup. Here’s the full step-by-step guide, including wiring, mounting hacks, and the exact parts we used to make it work reliably in UK conditions.

We didn’t go into this blindly… We didn’t move onto a boat thinking we could wing it. If anything, I would have brought the entire house with me if I could 😅 The goal was always to create a tiny home on the water — not to rough it. But even with all that planning, a few things only really became obvious once we were actually living aboard. What actually matters living on a boat? For us, it comes down to a few key systems: Heating Power Moisture control Internet Space (this o

Thinking about living on a boat in the UK? This beginner guide explains the legal rules, costs, mooring options, and what daily life is really like living aboard a sailboat.