The perfect place to camp? It’s got to be SoCal
Sunshine, fabulous food, friendly people…a couple of the Campfire team have been checking out a new world of camping possibilities – southern California. And they loved it! read more
Tag: Wild camping
Wild camping at its best. From bivi tents and hammocks to all the camping gear you’ll need for getting out into nature.
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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. read more
From a wall of fire to a camping microwave…Camp Cool 4
What’s new in camping gear and outdoor equipment? We’ve been searching, chatting to designers and testing on your behalf. Here’s our latest round-up of great camping kit. read more
Woodland wild foods with a Michelin touch
A day with wild food expert Chris Bax and world-class chef Stephen Bulmer…and James T. Kirk was there in spirit. Read about our foraging and cooking adventure. Don’t eat anything in this interesting and inedible handful, by the way! read more
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. read more
Turn a car into a campervan – Berlingo stealth camping
We’ve come up with a smart solution for a compromise mini-camper that cost less than £350. Perfect for quick overnight stops between campsites. read more
Camping in France – Strasbourg
Prepare to be surprised by a camping trip to Strasbourg. With one of the best campsites we’ve found and lots to see, do, eat and drink…it’s definitely a camping holiday to consider and remember. And it all starts with the ferry from Hull to Zeebrugge. read more
Camp Cool 3 – new camping and outdoor kit
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
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
Roof tents – camping kit for masochists, or a perfect penthouse?
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
Warm hearts and a cosy backpack bed
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
Camp Cool 1 – great new camping gear
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
The wonders of wild woods and wild food
Giles loves woodland camping and the tastiest wild & local food. Let him win you over to the simple pleasures! read more
Tasty camping and the magic of mushrooms
Camping and foraging for mushrooms are the perfect recipe for a wild weekend. Our expert tells you what to look for. read more
Wild camping and culture in Scotland
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
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
Camping in Germany – a début trip
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
Carry on camping…and chatting
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
A mystery island, a magical find – Bornholm
We found Bornholm by accident…sort of. A happy accident. Nowhere on the island is further than 15km from the sea, and there are lakes, forests, cliffs, beautiful beaches, fabulous food, art and crafts. Welcome to Denmark’s exotic island in the Baltic. read more
Camp on private land? Gamping makes it possible
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
