Most people think you need a roomy tent to sleep wild in the UK. Truth is, I’ve had better nights (and survived nastier weather) in a well-chosen bivvy bag than in some so-called “waterproof” tents. If you want to keep things light, go stealth, or just avoid lugging a tent
Let’s set the record straight – camping in comfort doesn’t mean stuffing yourself into a high-tech pop-up spaceship. You just need a good bell tent. Simple as that. I’ve camped through sideways rain in Snowdonia, braved the Cornish coast winds, and even had a midnight standoff with midges in the
Let’s be honest – camping in cold weather is no joke. One minute you’re toasting marshmallows, the next you’re shivering like a leaf because your clothes couldn’t keep up. That’s why a solid base layer is important if you love camping outside in the cold. Base layers are not just
When most people pack for a camping trip, they think of tents, sleeping bags, maybe a decent torch or two. But here’s what gets left behind – and regretted fast: clean, breathable air. I learned that the hard way during a damp spell near Coniston. Woke up stuffy-eyed, wheezing, and
Most people think you need a big, bombproof tent to survive UK weather. Truth is, the best backpacking tent is the one you actually want to carry. I’ve spent too many sodden nights in heavy, fiddly shelters, only to envy mates who carried half the weight and still stayed dry.
Don’t Let the Cold Ruin Your Trip – Pick the Right Sleeping Bag If you have ever been backpacking or wild camping, you definitely will understand how essential keeping warm is. You just need something reliable to help you withstand mother nature when it starts throwing its worse at you.
It’s a common mistake. You picture movie night at the campsite and imagine lugging a big, heavy projector and a screen the size of a barn door. Truth is, these days you can fit a whole cinema in your coat pocket. And that’s been a real game-changer for UK campers
Take it from someone who’s squelched through a Dartmoor bog with boots pretending to be waterproof – your socks matter, but your boots matter more. There’s no misery like cold, wet feet when you’re miles from the nearest pub. If you love the outdoors in Britain, waterproof walking boots aren’t
Most People Think a Down Jacket Is Enough… Until It Starts Chucking It Down. Here’s the thing: down jackets are brilliant for warmth, but once they get wet, it’s game over. They soak up water fast, lose insulation, and suddenly you’re cold, damp, and counting the minutes until the rain
Most People Think You Need a Giant Tent for Comfort… Truth is, you can bring the fanciest tent to a soggy field and still wake up stiff and cold if you pick a rubbish sleeping surface. I’ve woken up shivering on cheap plastic blow-ups – and trust me, nothing ruins
