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Chris Walbank’s essential camping kit
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
Tag: 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.
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. read more
Staying connected – data roaming in Europe
Roaming charges are gone…almost! But it’s not quite so simple. Here’s our guide to getting online in Europe. read more
On the camping trail…Somerset, Shropshire and more
Camping and eating in Shropshire and Somerset. A guide to great campsites and some delicious food finds. read more
Gardens you can camp in – yes, please!
It’s like AirBNB for campers – more than a thousand places to pitch a tent on every continent (except Antarctica), in gardens, paddocks and unusual places that guarantee peace, privacy…and certainly no crowds. read more
This week’s favourite UK campsites
Pick up some campsite tips with this week’s recommendations from Campfire Magazine readers. And share your own favourite to be in with a chance of a camping kit prize. read more
Camping in Beverley? Here’s why you should
Camping in East Yorkshire, cycling around Beverley and the wonders of Hull – an East Yorkshire camping trip with bikes and a vintage Eriba caravan. read more
East Hampshire camping
It’s mid-April and after Easter, but it seems East Hampshire is still asleep. Well, those city workers are awake, zooming up and down the A3 that happens to be just 100 metres from our pitch. Where can we camp in Hampshire? read more
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. read more
Coastal camping in Kirkcudbright
A communal cookhouse, campfires and fabulous coves keep us coming back. read more
Small but perfectly formed – Dixe’s tiny campsites for gourmets
Looking for a quirky alternative to big and bustling campsites. Camping with a view and perfect for gastro-campers? Dixe Wills shares his Tiny Campsites. read more
The Quiet Site, Ullswater – our first video review
Our first video review! The Quiet Site in the Lake District – lovely location, amazing eco credentials too. Shame about the green statics, but don’t get us started! Watch the video! read more
Wild camping with ease at Eco Camp UK
Pick up some top tips from a real camping expert – and discover wild camping made easy. read more
Batty Bristol for a city camping trip
What an amazing city Bristol is! Here’s our guide to where to camp nearby, along with some totally uncomprehensive recommendations for food and drink. read more
Buying your own wood 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. read more
Carefree camping in a part-time campervan
Meet Sally and Tony for tips on creating a part-time campervan and the lowdown on a great campsite and pub in Eskdale. read more
Let the sun shine in with a snail tent
It’s a new tent that opens like a pram hood to let the sun and air in, whenever you need it. The Mollusc Nano 2 looks like a clever idea, but will it work in practice? read more
The trouble with glamping
A few weeks ago, a couple of the Campfire crew spent £300 on two nights in a wooden hut with a dodgy shower. It also had stunning views and a roof that opened to reveal a perfectly dark, star-strewn sky. It left them with a conundrum. read more
