What Is Geocaching? A Great Activity For Whole Family
Most people think you need some fancy new gadget or expensive hobby to get the family outdoors. Let me tell you, that’s nonsense. My own family once spent a whole Sunday in the Cotswolds hunting for Tupperware boxes in the mud — and it was the most fun we’d had in ages. That’s geocaching in […]
Types of Waterproof Fabric: Ratings, Coatings, and Real Choice
Most people think if it says “waterproof,” you’re sorted. But I’ve seen too many soggy tents and jackets on Dartmoor trips to fall for that. Waterproof fabric is not all the same. Let’s break down which types survive the rain, keep you comfortable, and are worth lugging into the wild. Main Types of Waterproof Fabric: […]
How to Start a Campfire Without Matches or a Lighter: Reliable Fire Starting Tips
Most people think fire-making’s as easy as flicking a lighter. That’s great—until your lighter’s wet, or lost at the bottom of a boggy backpack. I’ve been there (cheers, Dartmoor in autumn), and trust me, it pays to know how to start a campfire without matches or a lighter. Whether it’s wild UK weather, forgotten gear, […]
Caravan Underfloor Heating: Practical Ways to Make Your Caravan Warmer
Most people think a cheap fan heater will keep their caravan warm all year. Truth is, that heat shoots up, disappears out the vents, and your toes stay like blocks of ice. If you’ve camped a wet Easter or tried a Scottish winter, you’ll know the cold starts from the floor. That’s where underfloor heating […]
Caravan Motor Movers Explained: How They Work, Benefits and Easy Care
Most people think you need a strong back and endless patience to nudge a caravan into place—especially on a slope, or when that pitch is a tight squeeze between two holiday-hardened neighbours. I used to think that too, until I tried pushing mine solo on a muddy site near the Brecon Beacons. Nearly broke my […]
Why a Lithium Leisure Battery Is Best for Your Campervans?
Most people reckon you need a battery the size of a suitcase to keep your camper ticking over off-grid. I used to think the same, until I found myself charging my phone with the van engine running at 2am somewhere windy near Ballycastle. All because my tired old lead-acid leisure battery gave up, again. Truth […]
Easy Ways To Make Your Caravan White Again
Let’s get something sorted straight away: you don’t need a professional detailer or a bucketload of posh products to make your caravan white again. Most people think you need to spend half your holiday scrubbing or spend a fortune on products when, often, you just need the right approach—and a bit of camper know-how. I’ve […]
How To Wash and Dry Your Down Jacket Without Ruining It?
Most people think washing a down jacket at home will wreck it. I thought that, too—right up until a muddy camp in the Lake District forced my hand. Turns out, it’s easy to wash and dry a down jacket safely if you follow a few key steps. Mess it up, though, and you’ll end up […]
12 Amazing Tips To Make Your Campervan Trips Epic
Most folks think a campervan trip is all about getting from A to B, squeezing into car parks, and battling midges. Truth is, van life can be freeing—if you know the tricks. What separates an epic road adventure from a glorified roadside nap? It’s not about who has the fanciest van. It’s about knowing what […]
Polycotton Tents vs Canvas: Camping Tent Material Pros and Cons Guide
Most people think you just need a giant tent or the biggest porch to camp well. Truth is, your choice of tent fabric—whether it’s polycotton or cotton canvas—will make or break your trip before you’ve even pegged it out. I learned this the hard way after a rain-soaked Easter weekend in Norfolk, where my old […]
