Camping

Every issue of Camping magazine provides inspiration for UK and overseas travel and the best campsites to stay on while enjoying life under canvas. If you are looking to buy a new tent or upgrade your existing model, Camping's tent tests are not to be missed. For those looking to invest in new camping gear and equipment, the magazine's expert reviews are an essential read and, for the practical camper, Camping's hands-on and DIY advice is a must. There's so much to discover in every issue of Camping magazine.

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Camping

15 REASONS TO L♥VE CAMPING… • What is it about camping that makes us love it so much? Iain Duff shares his 15 top reasons for heading out in a tent

BUYING THE RIGHT TENT • Planning to buy a new tent for your 2025 holidays? Here’s everything you need to know

WHAT TYPE OF CAMPER ARE YOU? • The style of tent you need will depend upon the kind of camping that you plan to do and who it’ll be with

THE LAYOUTS

TOWING THE LINE • If you love camping and exploring the great outdoors but are looking for a more comfortable option than a tent, you might want to consider a trailer tent or folding camper

GET INTO GEAR • Choosing the right accessories to take along with you is almost as important as picking the tent itself

SHOP ’TIL YOU DROP • The popularity of camping in recent years means there’s now a multitude of retail outlets fighting for your hard-earned pounds

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? • Compared to hotels and self-catering accommodation, family camping holidays are still great value for money. But how much does a camping trip in the UK really cost?

BUY NOW, CAMP LATER • Want to make that £3k tent set-up more affordable? Find out the best ways to pay for your camping gear. And don’t forget to insure it against loss

JARGON BUSTER

HOW TO PITCH LIKE A PRO • You’ve just bought a fantastic inflatable family tent for a snip from your local camping shop or bagged a bargain on eBay. But before you load up the car and head for the campsite, we’d recommend a dry run closer to home

PACKING MADE EASY • How to fit all the gear you need for a family camping holiday into your car

PREMIER LEAGUE CAMPING • Looking for a top-quality campsite? Premier Parks is a group of exceptional sites across the UK, Inspected and assessed by our editors. Here’s 10 of our favourite sites along with some top tips for choosing your perfect pitch

PICK THE PERFECT PITCH • When it comes to finding the best place to put up your tent, choosing the right campsite is only part of the story. These tips will help you pick the pitch that best suits your needs

MANNERS MATTER • Tent life should be relaxed and uncomplicated – and following basic campsite etiquette will keep everyone happy

POWER UP! • Follow our guide to safely using electricity and gas on the campsite

TUNE IN TO CAMPING TV!

Holawild

Camp-let

Outwell

Terra Nova

Wild Country

Vango

WonderFold