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
Multi-purpose camping kit is a thing of beauty. Read our round-up of shelters that can be gazebo, dining room, utility tent, rain or sunshade, driveaway awning and more. Read more
Which is the best barbecue? We’ve tested lots and we now have a favourite for every budget. Plus ways to get the coals glowing faster and make barbecuing healthier. Read more
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
An instant barbecue that doubles as a camping gas cooker? How perfect that sounds. People seem to love the Cadac camping stove, so we’ve given it a try too. See what we thought. Read more
Can we go camping? What’s the latest on Covid, lockdown and camping? Read our guide (updated weekly) to what we can and can’t do and what might happen next. Read more
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
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
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
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
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
While we can’t explore the world’s campsites in our tents and campervans, we can still explore at home. Here are the best quick-erect tents for stargazing and night sky watching. Read more
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
A map may be a thing of beauty, but hikers and bikers who are always exploring new areas may not want a houseful of physical maps. Is a walking or cycling app the answer? We look at the best from Ordnance Survey, Viewranger and more. Read more
We’ve taken a close look at what’s available in quick to pitch tent systems – inflatable, pop-up, bell tents and quick-erect poled tents – and compiled our findings into an easy guide for campers. Read more
We camped alongside a couple of car-campers recently – at a respectful distance, of course. They had a great set-up, involving roof tents and awnings. It looked cool, but should you buy a roof tent? Find out here. Read more
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
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
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
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
We’ve been promising to review the LotusGrill barbecue ever since we thoroughly road-tested the Cobb. So here we are. Did it prove to be smokeless? Did it really only take three minutes to get to cooking temperature? Read more
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
Have we found the perfect camping chairs? Comfy, supportive, light and sag-free. We think so! The best camping chairs for eating and lounging. Read more
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
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
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
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 the best earbuds and headphones. Read more
When you can’t be barefoot, a girl wants hiking sandals that can cope with trails and look good in towns. So, we buckled up, strapped on and came up with a shortlist of the stylish-but-sturdy summer sandals to choose. Read more
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
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
