Hydrostatic Head Explained: Waterproof Ratings for Tents and Jackets
Hydrostatic head is the waterproof rating on tents and jackets, measured in millimetres. Here are the numbers that matter for British weather.
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Tips, gear guides, and places to visit across Britain.
Understanding UK Knife Law: A Comprehensive Guide for Campers and Hikers
UK knife law for campers and hikers explained: which blades are legal, the 3 inch rule, the good reason defence, penalties, and the 2024 and 2025 bans.
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12 New Year's Day Walks in Britain, Each With a Cosy Pub to Warm Up In
12 brilliant New Year's Day walks across Britain, each paired with a cosy country pub to warm up in afterwards.
Read more →How Many Campsites Are There in the UK?
The UK has thousands of campsites. Our directory lists over 7,800, broken down here by type, by nation and by the two big camping clubs.
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Robens Arrow Head Review: A 1-Person Backpacking Tent Tested
Our honest Robens Arrow Head review: a 1.3kg one-person tunnel tent with a 3,000mm flysheet, built for solo backpacking in British weather.
Read more →The best tent pegs for every type of ground
The pegs that come with your tent fail in most UK ground. Here are the best tent pegs for grass, soft soil, sand, stony ground and snow.
Read more →Camping for Beginners: How to Plan Your First Trip in the UK
A complete guide to camping for beginners in the UK, covering how to choose a campsite, what to pack, budgeting and the first-timer mistakes to skip.
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A Potted History of Camping
The history of camping in Britain, from Thomas Hiram Holding and the first camping club in 1901 to the post-war boom and today's glamping era.
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The Health Benefits of Camping: What the Evidence Says
The real health benefits of camping, from resetting your body clock to better sleep, more daylight and less stress, with the evidence behind each one.
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How to waterproof a tent: reproof, seal and refresh
How to waterproof a tent in three jobs: reproof the flysheet, seal the seams and refresh the groundsheet, done on a dry, clean, pitched tent.
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Back Garden Camping: The Perfect First Trial Run for Kids and Nervous First-Timers
Back garden camping is the best trial run for kids and nervous first-timers. Here is how to set it up, keep it fun, and prep for a real site.
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Wild Camping in the UK: The Law, the Rules and How to Do It Right
Where wild camping is legal in the UK, the law by nation, and how to pitch up responsibly with leave no trace, kit and safety advice.
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