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Great gifts for campers and outdoorsy types
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’.
Category: Camping gear
The right camping equipment and outdoor gear makes all the difference – whether you’re in a tent, a campervan or a caravan. There’s clever camping gear out there…and some downright daft things to waste your money on.
You’ll find our very favourite items of well-designed equipment at our special best camping kit page.
Autumn and winter 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
Wet weather camping – how to stay dry and happy
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
Have a magical caravan Christmas
Could Christmas caravanning be the answer to getting some peace, quiet and magic back into the season? read more
Give up the gas? Head-to-head on wood-burning camping stoves
We set our testers the challenge of making a meal using some of the most popular wood-burning camping stoves – the Frontier, the EcoZoom Versa, the tiny Woodgas stove and the high-tech Biolite. Plus the Solo Stove gasifying model. See how they fared. read more
Better than down – warm jackets that come cruelty-free
Down’s lovely, but it’s better on ducks and geese than in our jackets. So, we’ve been checking out the best alternatives to down jackets for warmth, lightness and packability.
Can you camp in the new Citroen Berlingo?
There’s a new Citroen Berlingo, but can you camp in it? The old model was the perfect mini campervan…here’s why the 2018 Berlingo isn’t ideal for car camping. read more
Campervan, motorhome and caravan security – beat the burglars
Everything you need to know about campervan security – from caravan and motorhome alarms to sensor lights, trackers and more. Learned the hard way! Let’s beat the campsite burglars! read more
Buyers’ guide to campervan heaters
Use your campervan all year round with our guide to the best campervan heater options – portable electric and gas, installed parking heaters and more. Stay warm! read more
The best camping gear…our personal favourites
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
Our guide to the best windbreaks
Which windbreak should you buy? We’ve tested lots of camping and beach windbreaks looking for sturdy, affordable and easy to erect. The best windbreak is… read more
Autumn and winter campervan travels
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
Our guide to the best sleeping bags
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
Camp in your car? Here’s how!
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 and start exploring! read more
Lightweight walking boots – our best buys
Now the Brashers have let us down, which hiking or walking boots should we buy? We’ve been tramping in the Lake District to find the best lightweight waterproof walking boots. Here are our favourites. read more
Fast and fantastic or a lot of hot air? Our guide to quick pitch tents
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
Electric camping stoves – hobs, microwaves and more
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 stove. Find out about the options – from Remoska to induction hobs and even a portable microwave. read more
Bright ideas – new camping gear and outdoor gadgets
Innovations, bright ideas and great designs for camping equipment, outdoor gear and gadgets. We’re scouring the best of Indiegogo, Kickstarter and more to find the camping gear you’ll want. read more
Time for bed – the best camping mats
Can you get packable and comfortable when it comes to sleeping mats? We’ve been testing the most promising options in the world of camping mats. read more
Everything for camping…including the kitchen sink
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
