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Have a magical caravan or campervan Christmas
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
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.
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
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
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 for insulated jackets for warmth, lightness and packability.
Warm fleeces – our guide to the best jackets for earth-conscious camping
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
25 great gifts for campers and outdoors 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’.
Give up the gas? Head-to-head on woodburning camping stoves
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
Buyers’ guide to campervan heaters
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
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
The most comfortable campbeds? We’ve found them
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
When you just have to….portable camping toilets
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
The best camping stoves…and the worst
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 tents are the fastest? Our guide to quick-pitch and inflatable 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
Where to buy your camping gear – the best camping stores
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
Portable camping showers
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
No plastic here – eco-friendly outdoor tableware
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. read more
Fast and light – our choice for driveaway awnings and shelters
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
Affordable camping gear – our top picks from Decathlon
Why are Decathlon tents taking over the world? Well, European campsites, at least. Because they’re smart and affordable. Here’s our pick of the best of Decathlon – from shelters and showers to chairs and rain gear. read more
All we need is toast! The best camping toasters
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
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
Wild camping with minimal kit – it’s bivvy marvellous!
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
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 self-inflating camping mats and fast-inflate airbeds from the likes of Exped, Thermarest, Vango and more. read more
Which camping kettle? Our guide to the best
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
20 ways to make camping more environmentally friendly
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
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
Campervan or caravan? Take the test
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
Which camping fridge? We put fridges and coolboxes to the test
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
How to camp in your car in Europe – take a roadtrip with Dave
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
Clever ideas for easy camp cooking
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
Camping storage – the best cupboards and camping kitchens
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
