Covid, Camping, Lockdown (Updated: 19th April 2021) – Can We Camp now?
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.
UK campsites
Discover UK campsites with something special. We’ve travelled far and wide checking out great places to camp – from campsites with swimming pools and cafés to hidden places for wild camping. From Lake District camping to campsites in Cornwall, Scotland, North Yorkshire and Wales.
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.
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!
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.
Wet Weather Camping – How To Stay Dry And Happy When It’s Raining
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.
The Best Apps For Walkers, Hikers And Bikers
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.
Camp In Your Car? Here’s how! (Our Guide to Car Sleeping)
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.
Litter, Fly-camping, Dog Dirt And Worse? Let’s Keep Camping Beautiful
How fantastic that people are rediscovering our countryside. What’s not fantastic is that we now have an epidemic of litter, dog dirt, human waste in woods and lay-bys and mess left by fly-campers. So what can we do?
Campsites For The Best Dark Sky Stargazing
After our guide to the best tents for stargazing, join us on an starry trip to the UK’s dark sky parks & campsites with perfect skies.
Wild Camping With Minimal Kit – It’s Bivvy Tent 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 camping gear and a reliable bivvy/bivi bag or hammock.
Power For Campers – Hook-up, Solar Power and Portable Power
Which are the best ways to power your gear when camping or in the campervan? Solar power for charging phones? Hook-up for the fridge? We look at the options for camping power.
Camping Toys And Travel Games
What are the best travel games for camping? And should we have bikes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards? We’ve been looking at some lovely ways to have fun when camping.
Camping In Scotland – Wild Camping On The Isle of Mull
Caribbean-blue sea, white sand, mountains…the Isle of Mull has become one of our favourite places to camp. Here’s our guide to a perfect five days of camping and exploring.
Britain’s Best Beaches? Camping on Anglesey
What a surprise Anglesey has been. Perfect beaches and coves, forests, castles, brilliant birdlife and we even had four days of sun. Lots of campsites to choose from and 125 miles of coastline to explore. We loved it.
Camping In North Yorkshire And The Dales
Come camping with us in the Yorkshire Dales with our mini guide to great campsites, excellent food and interesting places to visit.
The Gift Of Map-Reading – Rambling With Intent
Experience beats stuff any day. So, Carl Wild found the perfect present for his dad – a weekend of camping and learning to map-read in the Yorkshire Dales.
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.
Can I Buy My Own Woodland For Camping?
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.
Camping in Northumberland
Mountains and moors, a coast with miles of empty beaches, forests and lakes…what an amazing place Northumberland is. So, pack your camping kit and start exploring the land of Hadrian’s Wall, perfectly dark skies and stunning castles.
The Call Of The Campfire
”We are the cooking apes, the creatures of the flame”. Matthew de Abaitua shares an extract from his book, his campfire cooking kit and his love of eating outdoors.
Five Dog-Friendly Walks In The Lake District
Where can I walk my dog in the Lake District? Here are five great dog walks selected by size and temperament of dog. From 10 miles around Derwentwater to short walks through woodland.
Camping, Walking And Eating In The Lake District
The loveliest places to camp, eat and visit in the Lake District at any time of year. Share your tips and your favourite Cumbrian campsites, cafés and more.
Camping And Crafting In Quirky Cumbria
The Lake District is lovely, of course, but there’s more to Cumbria – including some great campsites and the wonderful Quirky Workshops. Here’s a taste of our pole lathing and camping adventures.
How To Spend Your Covid-19 Lockdown Time – Free Things To Do
Here are some ideas for how to stay sane during this crazy time – ways to help, games to play, activities to keep you connected and more. Thanks so much to all the people who shared their ideas with us. Stay safe and see you on the other side of the chaos.
Find wild camping and good campsites – the best camping apps
Your guide to the best apps for finding campsites, wild camping spots, aires and stopovers.
A Welsh campsite discovery – and an EcoGrill success
All the best campsites booked? Don’t give up. One reader and her family found a new site in Wales next to four wonderful beaches.
We all want a tiny house and a cabin in the woods
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.
Nearly wild camping – good for campers and land-owners
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 great idea – a network of places across the UK offering nearly wild pitches.
Gastro camping Hebden Bridge and Todmorden style
Where’s worth exploring in the UK this year? Well, how about Hebden Bridge – reputed to be the fourth funkiest place on earth. We’ve certainly found some great campsites and fabulous food.
Camping with the YHA – lovely locations, low prices
The YHA isn’t just for youths, and it’s not just hostels. It is all about gorgeous locations – lakeside, countryside and more. Take a look at some of the YHA’s great camping and cabin options.
