Before you pack up your life and chase the sun, this video is for you. In this longer-form episode, we talk honestly about what we wish we had known before moving to Portugal.
Through conversations with three people — Rob & Mandy from @PlanitPortugal, and musician @SpencerMaybe (INSTA @spencer.maybe) we explore the realities behind the dream and some of the things that often don’t get mentioned in relocation videos.
Alongside the interviews, everyday life on the quinta continues: winter work outdoors, tree pruning, progress on our tiny house, and even a visit underground to a Roman mine!
It’s not a highlight reel — it’s real life in rural Portugal, including the colder months that surprise many people dreaming of sunnier climes.
This video is aimed at anyone sitting at home in winter, wondering whether Portugal could be the answer — and whether the lifestyle lives up to the expectation.
We talk about: - what surprised us most after moving - the pros and cons of life in Portugal - winter realities versus the sunny dream - what we’d do differently if we started again
If you’re considering a move to Portugal, or just curious about what life here is actually like beyond the postcard images, we hope this helps you make a more informed decision.
Feel free to share your own questions or experiences in the comments — especially if Portugal is on your mind!
Thanks so much for your support, your comments, and for subscribing. Sending love to you & yours.
👍 Like & subscribe to follow all our adventures, from off-grid living and fruit growing to beekeeping and eco-friendly homesteading.
We’re planning to plant more fruit trees in the future. If you’d like to help and dedicate a tree, visit buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal and leave a note saying who you’d like the tree dedicated to & get a shout-out!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal.
We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, and homesteading, learning new skills while embracing the beautiful Serra da Estrela region.
Our adventures include farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and beekeeping — sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard — available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning new skills, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding.
Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the experience has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal — and a huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers. Thank you for joining us on this journey!
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0:00 Intro 0:30 Tiny House 1:35 Rob & Mandy Pt1 2:49 Roman Mine 5:20 Rob & Mandy Pt2 14:34 Winter Work 17:11 Spencer Maybe 27:14 Back to the Quinta
Before you pack up your life and chase the sun, this video is for you. In this longer-form episode, we talk honestly about what we wish we had known before moving to Portugal.
Through conversations with three people — Rob & Mandy from @PlanitPortugal, and musician @SpencerMaybe (INSTA @spencer.maybe) we explore the realities behind the dream and some of the things that often don’t get mentioned in relocation videos.
Alongside the interviews, everyday life on the quinta continues: winter work outdoors, tree pruning, progress on our tiny house, and even a visit underground to a Roman mine!
It’s not a highlight reel — it’s real life in rural Portugal, including the colder months that surprise many people dreaming of sunnier climes.
This video is aimed at anyone sitting at home in winter, wondering whether Portugal could be the answer — and whether the lifestyle lives up to the expectation.
We talk about: - what surprised us most after moving - the pros and cons of life in Portugal - winter realities versus the sunny dream - what we’d do differently if we started again
If you’re considering a move to Portugal, or just curious about what life here is actually like beyond the postcard images, we hope this helps you make a more informed decision.
Feel free to share your own questions or experiences in the comments — especially if Portugal is on your mind!
Thanks so much for your support, your comments, and for subscribing. Sending love to you & yours.
👍 Like & subscribe to follow all our adventures, from off-grid living and fruit growing to beekeeping and eco-friendly homesteading.
We’re planning to plant more fruit trees in the future. If you’d like to help and dedicate a tree, visit buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal and leave a note saying who you’d like the tree dedicated to & get a shout-out!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal.
We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, and homesteading, learning new skills while embracing the beautiful Serra da Estrela region.
Our adventures include farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and beekeeping — sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard — available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning new skills, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding.
Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the experience has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal — and a huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers. Thank you for joining us on this journey!
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It’s time to see if the 1975 Kubota tractor will start and get some seeds in the ground! 🌱 I’m focusing on soil improvement while planting crops, so I’m thinking carefully about what to sow for the best results.
Highlights from this video: Tractor resurrection & soil prep Sowing chickpeas and grains for healthier soil Springtime on the Quinta: flowers, butterflies, and wildlife Off-grid farming
Thanks so much for your support, your comments, and for subscribing. Sending love to you & yours.
👍 Like & subscribe to follow our adventures in off-grid living, fruit growing, beekeeping, land management, and eco-friendly homesteading.
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Our adventures include: Farm visits & off-grid living Fruit, vegetable, and grain planting for soil improvement (like clover) Beekeeping and colony management Land regeneration, eco-living, and practical homesteading tips
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After selling up in England in 2021, we moved to rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning beekeeping, planting crops, and embracing sustainable living has been challenging but incredibly rewarding.
Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the journey has been amazing. Thank you for watching #HowardsPortugal, and a huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers.
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00:00 Intro 00:40 Spring in Portugal 09:47 Tractor Resurrection 19:01 Outro
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🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a life in rural Portugal.
We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, beekeeping, land regeneration, and homesteading in Portugal, while embracing life in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region.
Our adventures include farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable growing, planting for soil improvement (like clover), and beekeeping — sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard — available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself & leave me a review!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to rural Portugal to start a new life.
Living off the land, learning beekeeping, planting crops, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding.
Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the journey has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal — and a huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers.
Thank you for joining us on this journey!
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We have no bees right now, so I am off to learn how to split bee colonies — come on the journey (and hopefully avoid getting stung 😅).
Want to know how to split a beehive & grow your colony? This is the video for you!
Beekeeping is a vital part of sustainable living, and bees are essential for pollination, biodiversity, and healthy ecosystems. In this episode, we dive into splitting bee colonies, opening up hives, and learning how to turn strong colonies into new ones.
We also talk about improving the land by planting clover seeds, helping to boost soil health, attract pollinators, and support a more self-sufficient homestead here in rural Portugal.
Have you ever worked with bees, or thought about getting into beekeeping? Let us know in the comments.
Thanks so much for your support, your comments, and for subscribing.
👍 Like & subscribe to follow all our adventures, from off-grid living and fruit growing to beekeeping, land management, and eco-friendly homesteading.
We’re planning to plant more fruit trees in the future. If you’d like to help and dedicate a tree, visit buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal and leave a note saying who you’d like the tree dedicated to & get a shout-out!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a life in rural Portugal.
We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, beekeeping, land regeneration, and homesteading in Portugal, while embracing life in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region.
Our adventures include farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable growing, planting for soil improvement (like clover), and beekeeping — sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard — available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself & leave me a review!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to rural Portugal to start a new life.
Living off the land, learning beekeeping, planting crops, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding.
Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the journey has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal — and a huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers.
Thank you for joining us on this journey!
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00:00 Intro 00:53 Checking Hives 05:05 Get to work! 19:25 Clover
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There’s water running somewhere above us in the mountains. The only problem? We don’t know exactly where it is.
Finding this hidden mountain water source could transform how resilient our land becomes.
In this episode of our rural Portugal homesteading journey, we rediscover an ancient mountain water tank and water mine hidden above our land. We know it's up there, but finding it is a big challenge as all the paths are over-grown and the landscape is very steep! We need the water, however - and it’s all just part of building a more resilient landscape.
This is real life in rural Portugal. Water security is essential for off-grid living in Portugal, especially in wildfire-prone mountain regions like the Serra da Estrela & without water, life is pretty impossible so we want to maximise our resources.
Have you ever discovered a hidden water source or spring on your land? Let us know in the comments — especially if you have experience with land management or wildfire prevention.
Thanks so much for your support, your comments, and for subscribing.
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Our adventures include farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and beekeeping — sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
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00:00 Intro 00:53 Around the Quinta 02:34 Get to work! 06:14 Day 2 08:36 Locating the Mine 10:26 The Reveal 12:24 Back In Time 13:45 Outro
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Everyday life on the Quinta continues: winter work outdoors, tree pruning, progress on our tiny house. Check out the full video here - youtube.com/watch?v=J5NjUf9zzzg
Thanks so much for your support, your comments, and for subscribing. Sending love to you & yours.
👍 Like & subscribe to follow all our adventures, from off-grid living and fruit growing to beekeeping and eco-friendly homesteading.
We’re planning to plant more fruit trees in the future. If you’d like to help and dedicate a tree, visit buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal and leave a note saying who you’d like the tree dedicated to & get a shout-out!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal.
We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, and homesteading, learning new skills while embracing the beautiful Serra da Estrela region.
Our adventures include farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and beekeeping — sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard — available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning new skills, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding.
Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the experience has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal — and a huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers. Thank you for joining us on this journey!
After a period of extreme weather, including strong winds and loads of rain, we take stock & carry on with all the work that needs doing!
In this episode, everyday life on the quinta continues. We look at how we’re managing woodland to reduce wildfire risk, how & why we’re slowing water as it moves through the land. From cutting back scrub and deadwood to shaping trees for the future, it’s all just part of building a more resilient landscape.
This is real life in rural Portugal — wind, water, mud, chainsaws, and all!
As always, feel free to share your own experiences or questions in the comments — especially if land management, wildfire prevention, or rural living is something you’re experiencing too!
We also take time out to catch up with friends @Quintabarrentaportugal - do check out their channel too!
Thanks so much for your support, your comments, and for subscribing.
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🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a life in rural Portugal.
We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, and homesteading & learning new skills while embracing the beautiful Serra da Estrela region.
Our adventures include farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and beekeeping — sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
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Sweethearts by Tracktribe #tracktribe Original COPYRIGHT FREE MUSIC written, performed, and produced by TrackTribeChristmas Greetings From Howards Portugal - O Holy Night!Howards Portugal2025-12-24 | buymeacoffee.com/howardsportugal youtube.com/channel/UC3QktroBFFqgH1bHay63kFQ Wishing you a very happy Christmas! Sending love to you & yours & all best wishes for 2026!
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📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard – available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning new skills, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the experience has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
A huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers – thank you for joining us on this journey! 🌞
Ever wondered what happens if you sell everything and move abroad? We did it – sold up & moved out!
We hope you enjoy the videos – leave your thoughts in the comments!
Peace & love to all!
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#HowardsPortugal #Olives #Propagation #OliveTree #Homesteading #RuralPortugal #SustainableLiving #OffGridLife #FruitGrowing #Beekeeping #FarmVisits #EcoFriendlyLiving #YearofyouPortugal Living - 2025 Review - Rural LifeHowards Portugal2025-12-18 | buymeacoffee.com/howardsportugal youtube.com/channel/UC3QktroBFFqgH1bHay63kFQ Welcome to 2025 - and it has flown past! The puppies have grown up so fast and it is great to have YOU coming on the journey! Thanks so much for your support, your comments and for subscribing. Sending love to you & yours & all best wishes for 2026!
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🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal. We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, and homesteading, learning new skills while embracing the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Our adventures cover farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and beekeeping – sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard – available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning new skills, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the experience has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
A huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers – thank you for joining us on this journey! 🌞
Ever wondered what happens if you sell everything and move abroad? We did it – sold up & moved out!
We hope you enjoy the videos – leave your thoughts in the comments!
Peace & love to all!
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#HowardsPortugal #Olives #Propagation #OliveTree #Homesteading #RuralPortugal #SustainableLiving #OffGridLife #FruitGrowing #Beekeeping #FarmVisits #EcoFriendlyLiving #YearofyouThese Old Doors Had to Go… Here’s Why - Out With The Old!Howards Portugal2025-12-16 | buymeacoffee.com/howardsportugal youtube.com/channel/UC3QktroBFFqgH1bHay63kFQ In today’s video, we are replacing our draughty old doors! It makes such a difference we can hardly believe it!
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🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal. We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, and homesteading, learning new skills while embracing the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Our adventures cover farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and beekeeping – sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard – available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning new skills, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the experience has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
A huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers – thank you for joining us on this journey! 🌞
Ever wondered what happens if you sell everything and move abroad? We did it – sold up & moved out!
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🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal. We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, and homesteading, learning new skills while embracing the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Our adventures cover farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and beekeeping – sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard – available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning new skills, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the experience has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
A huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers – thank you for joining us on this journey! 🌞
Ever wondered what happens if you sell everything and move abroad? We did it – sold up & moved out!
We hope you enjoy the videos – leave your thoughts in the comments!
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#HowardsPortugal #Olives #Propagation #OliveTree #Homesteading #RuralPortugal #SustainableLiving #OffGridLife #FruitGrowing #Beekeeping #FarmVisits #EcoFriendlyLivingHurricane Repairs - After The Storm - Rural Portugal LifeHowards Portugal2025-11-25 | buymeacoffee.com/howardsportugal youtube.com/channel/UC3QktroBFFqgH1bHay63kFQ In today’s video, I'm putting tiles back on the roof after a hurricane hits the Quinta
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🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal. We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, and homesteading, learning new skills while embracing the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Our adventures cover farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and beekeeping – sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard – available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning new skills, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the experience has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
A huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers – thank you for joining us on this journey! 🌞
Ever wondered what happens if you sell everything and move abroad? We did it – sold up & moved out!
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#HowardsPortugal #Goats #Homesteading #RuralPortugal #SustainableLiving #OffGridLife #FruitGrowing #Beekeeping #FarmVisits #EcoFriendlyLivingBehind the Scenes At The Quinta - Filming a Segment on Wind TurbinesHowards Portugal2025-11-19 | youtube.com/channel/UC3QktroBFFqgH1bHay63kFQ This video is an example of a "Members-Only video that I have decided to publish to see what the reaction is...
I received an electricity bill that said that my electricity was 100% renewable & carbon-free...but can that really be the case?
In this video, I am filming a segment for a vlog I am releasing next week - as a member, you'll get early access!
As well as getting early advert-free access to videos, I am going to post occasional specials to give you a bit of an idea of our plans and some behind-the-scenes content which I really hope you'll enjoy.
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After much planning, we left England 2 years ago to build a new life in beautiful rural Portugal #SerraDaEstrela - It's not been easy, but it has been wonderful.
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I don't really know much about bees or farming or fruit, but we are trying to become less reliant on the shops and to grow more of our own produce, so we thought we'd give it all a try!
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After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning new skills, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the experience has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
A huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers – thank you for joining us on this journey! 🌞
Ever wondered what happens if you sell everything and move abroad? We did it – sold up & moved out!
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#HowardsPortugal #Goats #Homesteading #RuralPortugal #SustainableLiving #OffGridLife #FruitGrowing #Beekeeping #FarmVisits #EcoFriendlyLiving #PelletStoves #EcoHeatingBetween Fire and Water – Autumn Life in Rural PortugalHowards Portugal2025-10-30 | buymeacoffee.com/howardsportugal youtube.com/channel/UC3QktroBFFqgH1bHay63kFQ In today’s video, I'm repairing a water reservoir & doing some light carpentry. Share your thoughts in the comments!
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🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal. We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, and homesteading, learning new skills while embracing the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Our adventures cover farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and beekeeping – sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard – available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning new skills, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the experience has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
A huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers – thank you for joining us on this journey! 🌞
Ever wondered what happens if you sell everything and move abroad? We did it – sold up & moved out!
We hope you enjoy the videos – leave your thoughts in the comments!
Peace & love to all!
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#HowardsPortugal #Goats #Homesteading #RuralPortugal #SustainableLiving #OffGridLife #FruitGrowing #Beekeeping #FarmVisits #EcoFriendlyLivingSlim Pickings - 2025 Harvest On The QuintaHowards Portugal2025-10-25 | buymeacoffee.com/howardsportugal youtube.com/channel/UC3QktroBFFqgH1bHay63kFQ In today’s video, I'm looking back over the harvest. Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal. We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, and homesteading, learning new skills while embracing the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Our adventures cover farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and beekeeping – sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard – available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning new skills, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the experience has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
A huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers – thank you for joining us on this journey! 🌞
Ever wondered what happens if you sell everything and move abroad? We did it – sold up & moved out!
We hope you enjoy the videos – leave your thoughts in the comments!
Peace & love to all!
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#HowardsPortugal #Goats #Homesteading #RuralPortugal #SustainableLiving #OffGridLife #FruitGrowing #Beekeeping #FarmVisits #EcoFriendlyLivingThe GOAT Episode – Goats, Homesteading & Summer in Rural PortugalHowards Portugal2025-09-18 | buymeacoffee.com/howardsportugal youtube.com/channel/UC3QktroBFFqgH1bHay63kFQ In today’s video, we visit nearby farms to learn more about goats, sustainable farming, and rural life in Portugal, while looking back over the summer. It’s our first video in a while as we’ve been travelling – we hope you enjoy it! Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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We’re planning to plant more fruit trees in the future. If you’d like to help and dedicate a tree, visit buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal and leave a note saying who you’d like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & join our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal. We focus on self-sufficiency, sustainable living, and homesteading, learning new skills while embracing the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Our adventures cover farm visits, off-grid living, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and beekeeping – sharing practical tips and real-life experiences along the way.
📚 Want to support the channel? Buy my book "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard – available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People love it, so judge for yourself!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, learning new skills, and becoming more sustainable has been challenging but incredibly rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but the experience has been amazing.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
A huge shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers – thank you for joining us on this journey! 🌞
Ever wondered what happens if you sell everything and move abroad? We did it – sold up & moved out!
We hope you enjoy the videos – leave your thoughts in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
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BRAKE FAIL on my old Toyota HiLux... not ideal when you're halfway back from Spain! In this video, I try to fix the rear drum brakes on my 1988 Hilux here on the homestead in rural Portugal. I'm not a mechanic – just a determined DIYer doing my best to stay on the road.
Join me as I diagnose a leaking wheel cylinder, replace brake shoes, and wrestle with springs, rust, and fading daylight! I also talk about IBC tanks, water safety, and Legionella – and why moving water matters.
🛠 Drum brakes aren’t fun. But if you’re curious, or just want to hang out while I make a mess of my hands, hit play!
This classic Toyota HiLux is pretty essential for life here — hauling wood, tools, and everything in between — so getting it back on the road is crucial.
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🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
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We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
Music in this video:
Music provided by Vibes Track: Static - Paradise (ft. DNAKM) Listen on YouTube: • Static - Paradise (ft. DNAKM) Stream or Free Download: vibes.link/ParadiseID Music promoted by Just No Copyright ツ • PARADISE (Electronic No Copyright Backgrou...
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We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
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We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
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Artist: Joey Pecoraro Title: Jazz Mango
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We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
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We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
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Scandinavianz - Emotions" is under a Creative Commons (CC BY 3.0) license.
Spring has arrived and it is brilliant to see the sun - like & subscribe for more videos of our adventures
We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Spring has arrived and it is brilliant to see the sun - like & subscribe for more videos of our adventures
We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Spring has arrived and it is brilliant to see the sun and to be able to get outside more - like & subscribe for more videos of our adventures
We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
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🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
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The Hotel Águas de Radium is located near Sortelha, in the municipality of Sabugal, Portugal. It was built in the early 20th century, driven by the belief in the therapeutic benefits of the region’s radioactive waters. Legend says it was founded by a Spanish count, Dom Rodrigo, who brought his ill daughter for treatment in the local waters and, after her recovery, had the hotel built in gratitude
Opened in 1926, the hotel had around 90 rooms and could accommodate 150 guests. It offered treatments such as thermal baths, mud applications, and radioactive electric compresses. In 1929, the operation was leased to Sociedade Águas Radium, Lda., until 1940. After World War II, the popularity of radioactive waters declined due to the associated health risks, leading to the suspension of activities in 1945
In 1951, the Companhia Portuguesa de Radium, backed by English capital, attempted to revitalise the hotel but was unsuccessful. The complex was auctioned in the 1960s and bought by Ramiro Lopes, who planned to transform it into a luxury hotel. In 2000, the project was revived by his brother, António Lopes, with ambitious plans including a golf course and swimming pools, but these didn’t materialise due to high costs and the risks involved
Today, the hotel’s ruins remain as a testament to the region’s spa history, attracting visitors interested in its unique architecture and past.
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After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
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After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
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In this video, I show how to build a trap to catch Asian Hornets (vespa velutina)
So, why is this wasp a problem?
The Asian hornet is an invasive species in Europe that has caused growing concern, especially due to its impact on honeybees and native biodiversity.
📍 Arrival 2004: First sighting in France, likely introduced via ceramic pots imported from China through the port of Bordeaux. 🌍 Spread 2006–2010: Rapid spread throughout southwestern France. 2010: Reached northern Spain (Basque Country and Navarre). 2011: Detected in Portugal, mainly in the north. 2012–2015: Expanded to Italy and Belgium. 2016: First spotted in the UK (Gloucestershire). 2017–2020: Continued spread into: Germany Switzerland The Netherlands Luxembourg 🔥 Current Status Now firmly established in much of Western Europe, with sightings increasing in rural and urban areas. Expansion is estimated at 60–80 km per year, depending on landscape and climate. Warm climates, like parts of Portugal, Spain, and southern France, have become ideal breeding grounds. 🐝 Impact Preys heavily on honeybees, especially at hive entrances. Can devastate local bee populations, affecting pollination, honey production, and crop yields. Also a threat to wild pollinators and biodiversity.
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After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
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Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
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We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
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After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
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Thank you to @WhiteBatAudio for the music in this video
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In this video, I get to try out my new laser level from Lasgoo @lasgootools - they sent it to me to test out & actually it is pretty cool - easy to use and perfect for my uses so far. If you'd like to check it out you can follow the link tinyurl.com/an772fjn and use the discount code 7ZHA4CSP
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After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
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Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
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Thank you to @MokkaMusic for the music in this video Music from #InAudio: inaudio.org Track: MokkaMusic - Sapphire Mood • Future Bass Modern Fashion Commercial... Track: MokkaMusic - Cotton Candy • Upbeat Future Bass Commercial "no cop... Track: MokkaMusic - Holy Rebellion • Synth Trailer Futuristic Presentation... Music provided by MokkaMusic Youtube channel and inaudio.orgTiny House Project - Fitting Roof Windows (Portuguese Homestead Life)Howards Portugal2025-04-03 | buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal youtube.com/channel/UC3QktroBFFqgH1bHay63kFQ 🌿 Up in the stunning Serra da Estrela mountains of Portugal, we are getting on with the Tiny House project, today fitting Velux type roof windows. More videos here youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL8CJ3rWYGW5jncAHU0IKu_-gmA8oIWbu
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We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
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After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
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In today's video, I am trying out a bee-attracting product in our hives & show how to build a trap to catch Asian Hornets (vespa velutina) as well as planting seeds.
We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
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After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
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Peace & love to all!
Thank you to @MokkaMusic for the music in this video
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Winter is a really busy time of year on our homestead as we work on improving irrigation, water conservation, and clearing scrub & planting trees to ensure we can manage the land more sustainably, but this last week, we have been driven inside by storms!.
We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
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Peace & love to all!
Thank you to @MokkaMusic for the music in this video
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Winter is a really busy time of year on our homestead as we work on improving irrigation, water conservation, and clearing scrub & planting trees to ensure we can manage the land more sustainably, but this last week, we have been driven inside by storms!.
We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
Thank you to @MokkaMusic for the music in this video
Winter is a really busy time of year on our homestead as we work on improving irrigation, water conservation, and clearing scrub & planting trees to ensure we can manage the land more sustainably.
We'd like to plant loads more fruit trees going forward, so if you'd like to participate and help us along the way, please do visit this link buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal & of course leave us a note to say who you would like a tree dedicated to!
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
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Thank you to @MokkaMusic & @WhiteBatAudio for the music in this video
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Chapters 0.00 intro 0.34 Get Involved! 1.30 Clearing Paths 6.23 Chipping Wood 9.27 Work Party 10.52 My First Car 13.09 Lasagna! 15.22 Carnaval
How I Make Lasagna
You can scale this recipe up or down & it also freezes well...
Ingredients
For the sauce 1/2 Beef & 1/2 Pork mince (If you don't eat pork, substitute turkey) (For a veggie version substitute mushrooms & Aubergines) For each kilo of meat, you'll need Tinned tomatoes - 2 cans 2 large onions 1/4 tube of tomato concentrate 4 to 5 cloves of garlic, minced 100 ml Olive oil
For the béchamel 100g unsalted butter 50g flour Teaspoon cornflour (optional) 1.5 litres milk (you may not need all!)
Lasagna sheets
Method
Fry the meat in batches, transferring to a saucepan as you go to bubble with the chopped tinned tomatoes Fry the onion finally, fry the garlic with the tomato paste in the remaining oil & add to the pan. Add a 1/2 tsp of salt at this stage - you can correct seasoning later Add 1/2 litre of water, allow to simmer and reduce.
(You can make this in advance)
Béchamel Melt UNSALTED butter in a pan (Don't use salted butter - it burns!) Add the flour and cook through gently. When the roux is golden, add 1/4 of the milk and allow it to come to temperature before whisking in. Add more milk as you go, waiting for the mixture to bubble before adding more keep adding milk and allowing it to come to a bubble until the desired consistency is achieved.
Place a layer of meat sauce on the bottom of a lasagna dish, then a layer of lasagna. Add another meat layer then more lasagna pasta, then two layers of béchamel.
The reservoir is full of newts and mud and algae so it is time to clean it out, saving as much wildlife as possible of course.
Winter is a time of renewal and growth on our homestead as we work on improving irrigation, water conservation, and reducing runoff to ensure we can manage the land more sustainably.
Join us on our homestead adventure in Portugal as we tackle pond maintenance, reservoir cleaning, and wildlife rescue. In this video, we share practical tips on clearing out pond vegetation, rescuing frogs, toads, and newts, and managing water quality for a sustainable water source. Dive into our hands-on guide to rural living and sustainable farming, where we combine humor and real-life challenges of maintaining a self-sufficient farm. Whether you're into wildlife conservation or homestead maintenance, our step-by-step process offers valuable insights to help you keep your natural habitat thriving.
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After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
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Peace & love to all!
Thank you to @MokkaMusic, @WhiteBatAudio & @JustNoCopyright for the music in this video
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This was not a planned video & plenty scary for all involved!
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🌱 Our Off-Grid Life in Portugal In 2021, we left England to start a new chapter in rural Portugal, embracing a more sustainable, off-grid lifestyle. We're learning to grow our own produce, explore beekeeping, and restore our farm in the heart of #SerraDaEstrela. Though it's been a challenge, the journey has been incredible.
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🚜 Sustainable Farming and Homesteading We’re focused on reducing our reliance on stores, growing our own food, and learning about farming, beekeeping, and fruit cultivation. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to sell everything and start fresh, we did it!
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🎶 Special Thanks to NoCopyrightSounds for the Music Track: Koven - Never Have I Felt This [NCS Release] Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/NeverHaveIFeltThis
We're hosting a community action day with our local group, Ação Floresta Viva! This monthly work party is all about clearing land, reducing fire risk, and, most importantly, building a strong community in rural Portugal.
🌿 Join our journey living in rural Portugal! Subscribe now! Since moving from England to the beautiful Serra da Estrela region in 2021, we've embraced a self-sufficient lifestyle, focusing on homesteading, off-grid living, and eco-friendly farming. We’re passionate about growing our own produce, beekeeping, and fruit growing while reducing our reliance on stores. Our sustainable living journey in Portugal has been both challenging and rewarding, and we're excited to share it with you.
As part of Ação Floresta Viva, we gather every month for wildfire prevention, forest management, and land restoration. These activities are vital for protecting our forests from the increasing threat of wildfires in Portugal. Plus, no community day is complete without a shared lunch and good company! You can find out more about Ação Floresta Viva on Facebook.
🔥 Whether it's fire prevention, forest care, or community building, we’re learning how to live in harmony with nature here in Portugal. Follow along as we tackle everything from polytunnel repairs to firewood processing while adapting to the cost of living crisis.
📚 Support the channel! If you'd like to support our journey, check out my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard, available on Amazon: tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh. Readers say they love it—see for yourself!
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After much planning, we sold everything in England and moved to rural Portugal in 2021 to start fresh. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new homesteading skills has been a life-changing adventure. While homesteading in Portugal comes with challenges, the rewards are worth it.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal and being part of our community! 🌞
Ever wondered what it’s like to sell everything and move to Portugal? We did it—and we're here to share our story. We hope you enjoy the videos—let us know your thoughts in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
Thank you to @MokkaMusic for the music in this video
Track: Nostalgic Retrowave 80s Synthwave Chill "no copyright music" by MokkaMusic / Alpine Drive • Nostalgic Retrowave 80s Synthwave Chi... Music provided by "MokkaMusic" channel and inaudio.org
Track: Modern Stylish Technologies "no copyright music" by MokkaMusic / Lunar Throne • Modern Stylish Technologies "no copyr... Music provided by "MokkaMusic" channel and inaudio.org
0:00 #1 Intro 0:36 #2 Work Party 3:13 #3 Association 5:17 #4 Community 7:35 #5 Clearing Up 12.12 #6 OutroRewilding - Yay or Nay? #offgridportugal #serradaestrelaHowards Portugal2025-01-31 | youtube.com/channel/UC3QktroBFFqgH1bHay63kFQ 🌿 Rewilding our Quinta is a huge step into the future - one full of promise, but also challenges. As we tackle the risks of fires and plan for a greener, more sustainable landscape, we want your input. What would you do if you were starting a rewilding project in rural Portugal?
We don’t have all the answers, so share your thoughts in the comments! Let’s create a greener, safer Quinta together. 🌞
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh
People tell me that they like it so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we left England in 2021 to build a new life in beautiful rural Portugal #SerraDaEstrela - It's not been easy, but it has been wonderful.
Thank you so much for watching #HowardsPortugal
Shout-out to all channel members, subscribers and viewers - thanks for coming on the journey!
I don't really know much about bees or farming or fruit, but we are trying to become less reliant on the shops and to grow more of our own produce, so we thought we'd give it all a try!
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
Thank you to @MokkaMusic for the music in this video
Music provided by "MokkaMusic" channel and inaudio.org Track: Inspiring Magical Piano Storytelling (No Copyright Music) by MokkaMusic / Simple Magic Music from #InAudio: inaudio.org
We are busy with tree felling and continuing our efforts with water management over the winter. It’s a time of renewal and growth on our homestead as we work on improving irrigation, water conservation, and reducing runoff to ensure we can manage the land more sustainably.
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join me on our journey as we build a new life in rural Portugal, focusing on becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on stores. We’re trying our hand at farming and growing our own produce while learning about beekeeping and fruit growing in the beautiful Serra da Estrela region. Off-grid living and eco-friendly homesteading are key parts of this adventure, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh People tell me they love it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more sustainable, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us! 🌞
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
Thank you to @MokkaMusic, @WhiteBatAudio & @NoCopyrightSounds for the music in this video
Music provided by "MokkaMusic" channel and inaudio.org Track: Epic Piano and Orchestra (No Copyright Music) by MokkaMusic / Chronicles Music from #InAudio: inaudio.org
Track: Inspiring Magical Piano Storytelling (No Copyright Music) by MokkaMusic / Simple Magic • Inspiring Magical Piano Storytelling ... Music provided by "MokkaMusic" channel and inaudio.org
Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio Chill Synthwave Playlist - Dare to Dream
Track: "Cartoon, Kristjan Järvi, Kitty Florentine & Nordic Pulse - On The Break Of Dawn" Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch more NCS on YouTube: https://NCS.lnk.to/YouTubeAT Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/OTBOD Rec-ID: rec92wms6rM7eYPqY
0:00 #1 Intro 0:25 #2 Tooling Up 1:05 #3 Tree Felling 4:01 #4 Firewood 6:49 #5 Ditches 9.01 #6 Water Stores 10:12 #7 Veg Beds Prep 11.55 #8 Groundwater 15:55 #9 Soaked CarFirewood & Puppies! January in Rural Portugal #offgridportugalHowards Portugal2025-01-24 | youtube.com/channel/UC3QktroBFFqgH1bHay63kFQ 🌿 Up in the stunning Serra da Estrela mountains of Portugal, the first rains have arrived, filling our reservoirs and swales, and I am cutting firewood.
It's a busy time of renewal and growth. Join me for a glimpse into life on our homestead, where the mountains meet hard work and new beginnings. 🌞
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh
People tell me that they like it so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we left England in 2021 to build a new life in beautiful rural Portugal #SerraDaEstrela - It's not been easy, but it has been wonderful.
Thank you so much for watching #HowardsPortugal
Shout-out to all channel members, subscribers and viewers - thanks for coming on the journey!
I don't really know much about bees or farming or fruit, but we are trying to become less reliant on the shops and to grow more of our own produce, so we thought we'd give it all a try!
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
Thank you to @MokkaMusic for the music in this video
Music provided by "MokkaMusic" channel and inaudio.org Funk Guitar Groove [Funk Music] by MokkaMusic / Card Game (No Copyright Music) Music from #InAudio: inaudio.orgRewilding Our Quinta: From Fire Risk to a Greener Future – What Would You Do?Howards Portugal2025-01-23 | buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal 🌿 Rewilding our Quinta is a huge step into the future! More videos here youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL8CJ3rWYGW5jncAHU0IKu_-gmA8oIWbu buymeacoffee.com/HowardsPortugal Rewilding is full of promise but also presents challenges. As we tackle the risks of fires and plan for a greener, more sustainable landscape, we want your input. What would you do if you were starting a rewilding project in rural Portugal?
In this video, I’ll take you through our early efforts to protect against fire risks, the challenges of rewilding on fire-prone land, and how we’re preparing for a brighter future of eco-friendly homesteading. We're focusing on creating a more sustainable and self-sufficient homestead as we navigate the complexities of land management, water conservation, and irrigation in Serra da Estrela. But we don’t have all the answers, so share your thoughts in the comments! Let’s create a greener, safer Quinta together. 🌞
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard – it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh.
People tell me that they like it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more self-sufficient, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
After much planning, we left England in 2021 to build a new life in beautiful rural Portugal #SerraDaEstrela - It's not been easy, but it has been wonderful.
I don't really know much about bees or farming or fruit, but we are trying to become less reliant on the shops and to grow more of our own produce, so we thought we'd give it all a try!
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
Music provided by "MokkaMusic" channel and inaudio.org Track: Inspiring Magical Piano Storytelling (No Copyright Music) by MokkaMusic / Simple Magic Music from #InAudio: inaudio.org
Other incidental music is from the YouTube library - Waltz of the Flowers (by Tchaikovsky)
Up in the stunning Serra da Estrela mountains of Portugal, the first rains have arrived, filling our reservoirs and swales, helping us improve water management and prepare for the year ahead. We reflect on new goals and resolutions as we continue our journey toward self-sufficiency and sustainable living.
From processing firewood to tackling repairs on the polytunnel, it's a busy time of renewal and growth. Plus, we take a moment to chat about the ongoing cost of living crisis and how we're adjusting to it here on our homestead.
🔔 SUBSCRIBE & Join us for a glimpse into life on our homestead, where the mountains meet hard work and new beginnings. 🌞 We're continuing our journey toward becoming more sustainable, focusing on irrigation, water retention, and growing our own produce.
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard – it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh.
People tell me that they like it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
After much planning, we sold up in England in 2021 and moved to beautiful rural Portugal to start a new life. Living off the land, becoming more self-sufficient, and learning new skills has been challenging but deeply rewarding. Homesteading in Portugal isn’t always easy, but it’s been an incredible experience.
Thanks for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to all our channel members, subscribers, and viewers—thank you for coming on this journey with us!
I don't really know much about bees or farming or fruit, but we are trying to become less reliant on the shops and to grow more of our own produce, so we thought we'd give it all a try!
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
Chapters
0:00 #1 Introduction 0:50 #2 Swales & water 1:57 #3 Mooching 3:07 #4 Polytunnel fix 5:52 #5 Flashback 6.30 #6 Resolutions 8:50 #7 Puppy Names 9.50 #8 Firewood 16:20 #9 Cost of Living 18:35 #10 Burst Pipe 19:37 #11 Outro
Thank you to @MokkaMusic and @WhiteBatAudio for the music in this video
Music provided by "MokkaMusic" channel and inaudio.org Track: Acoustic Guitar Inspiring Beat by MokkaMusic / Breezy Summer (No Copyright Music) Funk Guitar Groove [Funk Music] by MokkaMusic / Card Game (No Copyright Music) Music from #InAudio: inaudio.org
Chill Synthwave Playlist - Dare to Dream (Lost Paradise) Royalty Free Copyright Safe Music @ White Bat Audio
Other incidental music is from the YouTube library - Waltz of the Flowers (by Tchaikovsky)Preparing a Christmas Feast on the Quinta – Chickens & Veggies in Rural Portugal!Howards Portugal2024-12-24 | youtube.com/channel/UC3QktroBFFqgH1bHay63kFQ 🚀 Here's wishing you a very Happy Christmas! 🌞
After much planning, we left England 3 years ago to build a new life in beautiful rural Portugal #SerraDaEstrela - It's not been easy, but it has been wonderful.
Thank you so much for watching #HowardsPortugal
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard - it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh
People tell me that they like it so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
Find your Shynefest tickets at www.shynefest.uk - hope to see you there!
#HowardsPortugal
I don't really know much about bees or farming or fruit, but we are trying to become less reliant on the shops and to grow more of our own produce, so we thought we'd give it all a try!
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
Welcome to a round-up of 2024! We've been busy, and the year has flown past as we continue on our journey from #VanLife to (almost) #OffGrid in beautiful rural Portugal 🌞. As we build a more self-sufficient and sustainable life in the Serra da Estrela mountains, we continue to grow our homestead, focusing on everything from land management to water conservation.
If you're enjoying this journey, hit the like button—it helps others find our channel!
If you'd like to support the channel, why not buy my book, "Diary Of A Psychopath" by Stephen Howard – it's available on Amazon by following this link tinyurl.com/4zknd7uh.
People tell me that they like it, so why not decide for yourself? Thank you so much!
Find your Shynefest tickets at www.shynefest.uk - hope to see you there!
#HowardsPortugal
After much planning, we left England 3 years ago to build a new life in beautiful rural Portugal. Living off the land and becoming more self-sufficient in Serra da Estrela has not been easy, but it has been wonderful. Homesteading in Portugal has brought new challenges, but we've embraced them every step of the way.
Thank you so much for watching #HowardsPortugal!
Shout-out to @greenerinportugal @Quintabarrentaportugal @shynefest @rik1134 @LittleAcornsRelaxationMusic @MyPortugalDream @PlanitPortugal @MokkaMusic @WhiteBatAudio and to all channel members, subscribers and viewers - thanks for coming on the journey!
I don't really know much about bees or farming or fruit, but we are trying to become less reliant on the shops and to grow more of our own produce, so we thought we'd give it all a try!
Ever wondered what would happen if you just sold up & moved out? We did, so we sold up & moved out!
We hope that you enjoy the videos - let us know in the comments!
Twitter @HowardsPortugal
Peace & love to all!
Chapters
0:00 #1 Introduction 0:45 #2 Quinta Life 2:32 #3 My Book 3:19 #4 Tiny House 4:45 #5 Clearing Up 5:21 #6 VanLife? 6:29 #7 Building 8:42 #8 Summer 11:53 #9 Puppies 14:00 #10 Outro
Thank you to @MokkaMusic and @WhiteBatAudio for the music in this video
Music provided by "MokkaMusic" channel and inaudio.org Track: Upbeat Modern Synthpop Disco (No Copyright Music) by MokkaMusic / Purple Day Futuristic Electronic Pop (No Copyright Music) by MokkaMusic / This Life Can't Be Real Music from #InAudio Vintage Cartoon Jazz Orchestra (No Copyright Music) by MokkaMusic / Paper Kites On the Mission (No Copyright Music) by MokkaMusic / On The Mission Spy Jazz Piano (No Copyright Music) by MokkaMusic / On The Mission Upbeat Modern Synthpop Disco (No Copyright Music) by MokkaMusic / Purple Day JazzSax Trap Beat (No Copyright Music) by MokkaMusic / Fever Futuristic Electronic Pop (No Copyright Music) by MokkaMusic / This Life Can't Be Real
Music provided by "MokkaMusic" channel and inaudio.org