From rocket stoves and wood-burning camping stoves to the best gas camping stoves and electric hobs. Barbecue reviews and how to build campfires for kotlich and open air cooking.
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
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
Chargrilled tofu or steak with rice and lentil pilaff, a gooey chocolate pancake and a perfect camping breakfast-on-toast. Try our fast and simple camping recipes using either a Cadac Safari Chef or any decent camping stove. read more
Want to know what the Campfire team use when they go camping? Here’s our ever-evolving list of favourite camping and outdoor equipment. From barbecues to mosquito repellent – all tried, tested and loved. read more
Cooking kit made specially for campers can be a bit utilitarian – and it’s not always great quality. So, we’re always looking out for kitchen equipment that’s well-designed, multi-use and easy to pack. Here’s some of the best. read more
Don’t add to the 2.5bn disposable cups thrown away in the UK every year. Become a Camper Against Litter and get yourself a lovely reusable mug for your coffee shop takeaways. Here are the ones we like best. read more
How do you make your own bread or cakes when you’re camping? Hear from tent-campers and campervanners who use everything from the Remoska to the Frontier stove for beautiful baking while travelling. It’s inspirational! read more
An instant barbecue that doubles as a camping gas cooker? How perfect that sounds. People seem to love the Cadac, so we’ve given it a try too. See what we thought. read more
Which are the best BPA-free water carriers for camping? We know! See what we’ve tested and check out our favourites for campervanners and backpackers. 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
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’.
What kit do you need on a long European camping trip? Some of the Campfire crew share their summer packing list. read more
Most gas camping stoves make us sad. Read our recommendations for the camp stoves that make us happier and why NOT to buy a Campingaz Xcelerate. read more
We’ve given this shiny, table-top, do-it-all cooker a test with a menu of star anise and orange trout and both veggie and turkey kebabs. read more
We’ve been asked to review a few camping and outdoors thingies recently that, while fantastic in some ways, we’d like you NOT to buy. Why? Because we think camping is about listening to the birds and looking at the stars! read more
Turn your backseat into a bed, breathe underwater, charge your phone while you cook, light your campfire in a storm…more cool and quirky camping gear for you 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 stove. Find out about the options – from Remoska to induction hobs and even a portable microwave. read more
We’ve been promising to review the Lotus Grill 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
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
Build your own rocket stove for super-efficient camp cooking using just twigs. Plus some recommendations for options if you’re not into DIY. read more
