Camping guides, tips and advice

Camping guides, buying advice and checklists to help you get kitted out and make the most of every trip, whether it’s a festival, a family weekend or your first night under canvas.

Latest guides

22.10.26 Gear care

How to waterproof a tent before your next trip

Waterproofing a tent is more than a quick spray. Here’s how to check, reproof and reseal it properly, and how long before a trip to start.

10.10.26 Getting started

Camping for beginners: a first-timer’s guide to getting started

Camping is easier to start than it looks. Here’s how to plan a stress-free first trip, from picking a campsite to the beginner mistakes worth avoiding.

24.09.26 Buying guides

Camping on a budget: gear that does the job for less

Camping is one of the cheapest ways to get away, but it’s easy to overspend. Here’s where to spend, where to save, and how to kit out for less.

10.09.26 Getting started

Your complete UK camping checklist: everything you need for a first trip

Everything you need for a camping trip in one place, grouped by category so nothing gets left behind. Print it, tick it off and go.

27.08.26 Festivals & Events

Festival camping essentials: your no-stress weekend packing list

A practical guide to festival camping gear: what to pack, what you can skip, and how to stay comfortable in a field without overspending.

11.08.26 Family camping

Camping with kids: games, tips and keeping the family happy

Camping with children is all about keeping them warm, fed and entertained. Here’s how to plan a family trip that everyone actually enjoys.

30.05.26 Getting started

Car camping vs backpacking: which style of camping is right for you?

Both have their appeal — and both have their frustrations. If you’ve ever wondered whether to ditch the roof box and go lightweight, or swap your pack for a proper cool box, this is your honest comparison.

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