The best campervans, quick erect tents, compact caravans and trailer tents
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
We love a space-age tent, a bit of glamping canvas or an all-mod-cons campervan, but we also like simplicity too. So, get those campfires blazing and rig up that tarp! read more
A clever all-terrain trolley to help you move your camping gear, a magic straw that makes nasty water drinkable, a way to keep your craft beer cold and more…just some of the new camping and outdoor kit we’ve found. read more
Here’s the latest round-up of great camping kit that works well and looks good. All personally tried and tested to make camping or campervanning even better – from a bike helmet with brake lights to a super-efficient campervan heater. read more
Come with us into a crazy, colourful world of optimism – where you’re sexy, sporty and stylish, and your children are always bright-eyed and curious. Come with us through the looking glass into vintage caravanland. read more
Great campsites in lovely locations and fabulous food – we’ve been exploring the Cotswolds and Devon. Find out where we went and add your own recommendations. read more
Should you buy a wood so that you can camp in peace and quiet? We’ve been exploring the possibilities. Read our guide to buying your own woodland. 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
Have a look at this award-winning bivouac tent and camping bed in a backpack. It’s great wild camping kit, and it’s also saving the lives of homeless people. read more
Oh, the temptation! This space-age camping trailer tent thingy got us all a-dither, but there are some questions to ask yourself before getting out the credit card. read more
We’re always looking for well designed and useful camping and outdoors kit. See what we’ve found now…from bivvy hammocks to the perfect vacuum flask. read more
If you’ve ever dreamed of woodland living, but can’t quite shake off the attractions of comfort, we may have found the weekend for you! A combination of wild camping and city culture. read more
We all have our favourite bits of kit, especially the shiny, expensive bits. Chris Walbank reveals the five simple things he never sets off without. read more
Travel with us on our debut camping and campervan trip through Belgium, the Netherlands and into Germany. Places to stay, tips and more. read more
There’s a new place to share camping, campervan and outdoor cooking ideas, ask questions and get advice. Camping and Campervan Chat UK is a new Facebook group designed to make camping even more fun. read more
We’ve already introduced Campfire Magazine readers to Nearly Wild Camping and to Campinmygarden, now we’ve found Gamping – (legal) camping on private land. read more
If bad weather puts you off camping, but you still want to be outdoors…how about a deliciously desirable dinky dwelling? Tempt yourself with a tiny house. read more
Because there’s no camping wild in England, the option is often a campsite with tarmac and not a lot of privacy. Nearly Wild Camping is a new idea – a network of places across the UK offering nearly wild pitches. read more
Taking a musical instrument on your travels is fun, but what’s the best instrument for portability and versatility? A travel guitar? An ocarina? We have the surprising answer! read more
Thinking of hiring a campervan to tour New Zealand? Martin and Eileen share their experiences, tips and highlights from their 18-day camping trip. read more
