When it comes to camping, people have very fixed opinions – they either love it or hate it. And, even if they have never actually been camping, there are plenty of people who declare that it is not for them. However, camping is becoming increasingly popular as people look for ways to escape from the […]
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Whether your earliest memories of tents is a damp holiday under canvas snuggled up in your sleeping bag listening to the rain, or a sheet slung over a clothes airer in the lounge, there is something about tents that brings out the nostalgia in all of us. While the humble tent as we now know
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Camping Checklist There are very few essential items you need for camping, but there are a few more items which are needed to make the expeirence nicer and then a few luxury items. Table of Contents Essential Items There aren’t many essential items. Actually three. Tent / Hammock Sleeping Bag Roll Mat / Airbed Thats
A Guide to Wild Camping A question I often see is what is the difference between camping and wild camping, after all camping is all about camping in countryside and exploring the area and the wild life. Before I go any further, the advice I am about to give relates to Britain and wild camping in
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So traditionally in the UK, the start of the camping season is Easter weekend. Yes, some sites are open all year, but the most campers see that this is the start of the season. Well, this year it looks like we can’t go camping. It is extremely unlikely that the government is going to relax
I don’t want to make light of the current situation. COVID-19 is a very serious issue and I want to personally thank all the NHS workers and other front line workers keeping this country safe. #StayInStaySafe But, I also think that a smile can do wonders especially for mental health. That is why I decided
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Berghuas a brand that I love and have used for over 20 years has just announced something amazing. The quality of the gear has always been second to none and reasonably priced. Well today they have announced that key workers in the UK can get 50% off all their products. To say thank you, we’re
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After the success of our first big camp out, I have decided to run a second one. It will be taking place over the next Bank Holiday weekend. I chose this time because bank holidays are usually a busy weekend for campers. Traditionally, the bank holiday is on a Monday, but to celebrate 75 years
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Holidays abroad may be off the table for a while, and a lot of people might now be thinking of looking within the country for their next break away. Camping may not have been an option that you have thought about before now, but with the current situation, it may be an experience you’re considering..
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If ever two things were made for each other it is dogs and camping. As a camping aficionado you have a lot in common with your canine friend. A love of the great outdoors, a passion for exploring wooded trails, and going on long hikes until you are ready to drop. It doesn’t matter if
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