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Love camping, good food and the great outdoors? Then Campfire Magazine is for you. You'll find reviews, tips and techniques to make camping and campervanning even better.

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Camping gear must-haves – our 60 best finds

  By Campfire Team Camping gear, Uncategorized

Want to know what we use when we go camping? Here’s our evolving list of favourite camping gear and outdoor equipment. From barbecues to mosquito repellent – tried, tested and loved. Looking for something specific? Just use the search box! read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Camping stoves & barbecues, Fridges & coolboxes, Tents & campervans
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The best insulated travel mugs and zero-waste reusable cups

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Which travel mugs keep drinks warm (and cold) the longest? Which reusable takeaway coffee cups are a joy to use instead of throwaways? Discover the best in our guide to insulated travel mugs and reusable coffee cups. read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Camping stoves & barbecues, Cooking tips
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30 great gifts for campers and outdoors types

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

What do you buy the camper in your life? What do you put on your own present wishlist? Have a look at these lovely ideas – from motorhome Lego to a portable camp washing ‘machine’.

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Tagged   Camping equipment, Tents & campervans, Wild camping
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Have a magical caravan or campervan Christmas

  By Campfire Team Camping gear, Campsites
Christmas caravan

Could a Christmas caravan or campervan trip be a way to get peace and magic into the season? How to find an off-season campsite, tow safely and keep warm. read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Tents & campervans, UK campsites
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Wet weather camping – how to stay dry and happy

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Read our guide to staying warm, dry and happy when camping in the rain. Wet weather camping tips and all the camping gear you’ll need. read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Camping stoves & barbecues, Tents & campervans, UK campsites
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Our guide to the best sleeping bags

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Which is the best sleeping bag for general camping? We’ve been testing lots of sleeping bags and come up with the top lightweight, small-pack picks for three-season campers. read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Tents & campervans
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Better than down – warm jackets that come cruelty-free

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Down’s lovely, but it’s better on ducks and geese than in our jackets. So, we’ve been checking out the best alternatives for insulated jackets for warmth, lightness and packability.

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Warm fleeces – our guide to the best jackets for earth-conscious camping

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

There’s nothing like a warm fleece jacket for keeping the chill off when camping. But, most are made from polyester or other fabrics that shed millions of plastic microfibres when they’re washed. Here’s our round-up of earth-friendly warm jackets for men and women. read more

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Give up the gas? Head-to-head on woodburning camping stoves

  By Campfire Team Camping gear, Camping recipes
The Campfire Solo Stove four-person stove

We set our testers the challenge of making a meal using some of the most popular woodburning camping stoves – the Frontier, the EcoZoom Versa, the tiny Woodgas stove and the high-tech Biolite. Plus the Solo Stove gasifying model and more. See how they fared. read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Camping stoves & barbecues, Cooking tips, Wild camping
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Buyers’ guide to campervan heaters

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Use your campervan all year round with our guide to the best campervan heaters and ways to keep warm – portable electric and gas, installed parking heaters and more. Stay warm! read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Camping stoves & barbecues, Tents & campervans, Wild camping
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Autumn and winter campervan travels

  By Campfire Team Camping gear, Campsites

Camping out of season is fantastic, but you need to prepare. Here’s what we learned on a winter campervan trip in Scotland – how to find a great wild camping spot, stay warm, keep yourself entertained, eat well…and go to the loo! read more

Tagged   Cooking tips, Tents & campervans, UK campsites, Wild camping
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The most comfortable campbeds? We’ve found them

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Have you seen those fabulous comfy-looking khaki campbeds when you stroll past the fishing section in outdoor shops? Why can’t campers have squishy beds and chairs too? Here’s our guide to what might work for all of us – fish or no fish read more

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When you just have to….portable camping toilets

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Are you one of those campers (or would-be campers) who worries about night-time toilet trips? Just for you, we’ve squatted to test and spotted the best…of the portable camping toilets! read more

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Found! Twelve of the coolest brands for outdoor clothes and bags

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Are these the coolest outdoor clothing and accessory brands you’ve never heard of? We’ve been testing a few ranges that seem to slip below the radar for walking shoes, outdoor trousers, bags, jackets and more. read more

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Vegan camping meals – fast. easy and delicious

  By Campfire Team Camping food, Camping recipes

Family, friends, fun and food are the four ingredients that make a camping trip truly special. When it comes to packing provisions, though, how can you make things easy, exciting and nutritious for vegans and people on plant-based diets? read more

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The best camping stoves…and the worst

  By Campfire Team Camping gear
Campingaz Xcelerate

Most gas camping stoves make us sad. Read our recommendations for the best camping stoves that make us happier and why NOT to buy a Campingaz Xcelerate. read more

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Time for bed – the best camping mats

  By Campfire Team Camping gear
Sea to Summit Comfort Plus insulated mat

Can you get packable and comfortable when it comes to sleeping mats? We’ve been testing the most promising self-inflating camping mats and fast-inflate airbeds from the likes of Exped, Thermarest, Vango and more. read more

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Which tents are the fastest? Our guide to quick-pitch and inflatable tents

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

We’ve taken a close look at what’s available in quick to pitch tent systems – inflatable, pop-up and quick-erect poles – and compiled our findings into an easy guide for campers. read more

Tagged   Tents & campervans
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Where to buy your camping gear – the best camping stores

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Which are the best camping stores? We’ve compiled a guide to where to buy camping gear and outdoor equipment with details of delivery and returns too. Share your own recommendations for good service! read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Camping stoves & barbecues, Outdoor clothes
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Portable camping showers

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

If you’ve tried trickling water from a drinking flask to wash the mud off your dog’s paws, get the sand off a surfboard or wash your hair while wild camping, we’ve found the answer – a portable camping shower. read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Wild camping
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No plastic here – eco-friendly outdoor tableware

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

We’re not keen on plastic, so what are the alternatives for light and practical plates and bowls for camping and outdoor eating? We’ve found some cheap options and some rather lovely things too. Bamboo, enamelware and more. read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Camping stoves & barbecues, Fridges & coolboxes
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Fast and light – our choice for driveaway awnings and shelters

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Which are the best simple, light and quick-to-pitch driveaway awnings for campervans and self-build campers? We’ve found the perfect shelters for overnight stops, weekends and versatile holidays. read more

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All we need is toast! The best camping toasters

  By Campfire Team Camping food, Camping gear

Can you live without toast? We can’t…so we’ve been on the hunt for the perfect camping toaster that’s quick, easy and packable. Have a look at these campstove toasters and let us know what you use too. read more

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Camp in your car? Here’s how!

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Stealth camping, car camping, makeshift campervanning…call it what you will, it’s simple, cheap and spontaneous. Follow our guide to turning your car (or small van) into a part-time camper. read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Camping Europe & more, Tents & campervans, UK campsites, Wild camping
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Wild camping with minimal kit – it’s bivvy marvellous!

  By Campfire Team Camping gear, Campsites

Sometimes you just want to escape! Thinking about wild camping can be more fun than the actual experience…unless you get the equipment right. There’s no better way to enjoy it than taking minimum kit and a reliable bivvy/bivi bag or hammock. read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Camping Europe & more, Tents & campervans, UK campsites, Wild camping
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Which camping kettle? Our guide to the best

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Steel, aluminium, heat exchanger…even titanium – we’ve boiled and we’ve poured to find the best camping kettles. Here’s our round-up of fast, light (and occasionally pretty) kettles for camping cuppas. read more

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20 ways to make camping more environmentally friendly

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

How do we all stay green when camping? Read our BIG green guide to making camping a bit more environmentally friendly. From keeping clean to buying food. read more

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Everything for camping…including the kitchen sink

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

We love washing up time at campsites. It’s a chance to chat to fellow campers. But you need a decent washing up bowl that you can carry over to the sinks…or to use when wild camping. Here are the best camping sinks we’ve found. read more

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Campervan or caravan? Take the test

  By Campfire Team Camping gear, Campsites

Campervan or caravan? Baffled by the pros and cons? Take our ever-so scientific test to find out which is the one for you. read more

Tagged   Camping Europe & more, Tents & campervans, UK campsites, Wild camping
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Which camping fridge? We put fridges and coolboxes to the test

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Which camping fridge or coolbox should you buy? We’ve tested a range of compressor, thermoelectric and passive, unpowered coolers to help you choose. read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Fridges & coolboxes
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How to camp in your car in Europe – take a roadtrip with Dave

  By Campfire Team Camping gear, Campsites

Dave Zollo set off from Totnes on a 5,000-mile adventure, using his day-to-day car as a mini campervan. Here, he shares his story, his how-tos and his favourite places along the way. read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Camping Europe & more, Tents & campervans
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Clever ideas for easy camp cooking

  By Campfire Team Camping food, Camping gear

Clever tips and cooking equipment to make campsite meals easy and fun. From using less gas to carrying eggs; from keeping pans clean to unsalting the too-salty! read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Camping recipes, Cooking tips, Fridges & coolboxes
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Camping storage – the best cupboards and camping kitchens

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

This is what we’re here for! To save you the time and effort of researching to find decent camping gear. So, let’s talk camping storage…camping cupboards and camping kitchens, in fact. Here are the best we’ve found. read more

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Camping in Scotland – wild camping on the Isle of Mull

  By Campfire Team Camping gear, Campsites

Caribbean-blue sea, white sand, mountains…the Isle of Mull has become one of our favourite places to camp. Here’s our guide to a perfect five days of camping and exploring. read more

Tagged   UK campsites, Wild camping
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Electric camping stoves – hobs, microwaves and more

  By Campfire Team Camping gear
Duronic electric hob

If you’re a camper or campervanner who opts for a pitch with electricity, you can make the most of your hook-up with a portable electric stove or cooker. Find out about the options – from Remoska to induction hobs, microwaves and halogen cookers. read more

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Camping toys and travel games

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

What are the best games for camping? And should we have bikes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards? We’ve been looking at what we’ll borrow, hire or buy for our next camping trip.  read more

Tagged   Camping equipment, Camping Europe & more, Tents & campervans, UK campsites
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The best headphones for running, walking and cycling

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Looking for the impossible? Great headphones that let you hear the world as well as your music and calls? Safe for cycling? Good for hiking? We’ve found them! read more

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Power for campers – hook-up, solar power and portable power

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Which are the best ways to power your gear when camping or in the campervan? Solar power for charging phones? Hook-up for the fridge? We look at the options for camping power. read more

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Autumn and winter campsites

  By Campfire Team Camping gear, Campsites

Why stop camping just because it’s out of season? Lots of campsites stay open all year, and you’ll get to visit beautiful places without the summer crowds. Here’s our guide to staying cosy, with campsite recommendations from readers. read more

Tagged   Camping stoves & barbecues, Tents & campervans, UK campsites
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Camping gear – readers’ recommendations

  By Campfire Team Camping gear

Campfire Mag readers have shared their best buys and favourite camping gear. From three-way fridges to great barbecues. read more

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