On arrival at the NEC we headed straight for all 5, which was packed full of camping goodies and tents as far as the eye could see. Once again, the focus this year was on showing larger family tents and there were more infltable tents on display than ever, proving that far from being a…
We first noticed Bamboo camp furniture when we attended the 2016 Camping & Caravanning Show at the NEC in Birmingham. Outwell in particular were featuring a new range of premium camp furniture that incorporated natural Bamboo into their design. Fast forward another year, and Vango have added Bamboo furniture to their range, we love the…
Sleeping bags are no longer the drab nylon and garish primary colour affairs that they used to be. There are now a fantastic range of stylish sleeping bags now available to help give your tent a cosy and more homely feel, so we’ve rounded up some the best funky, summery and lightweight sleeping bags available…
Award-winning technical tent brand, Robens, has added a selection of new tipis to its popular Outback range. They have also released a brand new ridge tent that’s ideal for a more simple, bushcraft approach to camping. We’ve selected some of our favourite Robens tents below, and we’ve included a list of stockists at the end…
Where did we stay? Llyn Gwynant Campsite, Nant Gwynant, Caernarfon, Gwynedd LL55 4NW Gwynant.com The lowdown £9 – £11 pp/pn, reduced prices for kids Hot showers On site pizzeria Flat grass pitches Limited number of pitches available with EHU Dog friendly Stunning lakeside location 6m minimum space to be kept between tents from different groups…
We’ve received our survey packs for the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2017. We’ve washed out all of our feeders, bought a couple of others and have restocked with a variety of different feeds to try and attract as many different birds as we can to our little garden. If you’d like to take part, but…
We’d like to say a huge thank you to everyone that voted for us in the Go Outdoor blog awards….we’ve just found out that we’ve only gone and made the final judges shortlist! Voting is now closed and the final decision is with the Go Outdoors judges, and the winner will be notified on 12th…
After a late night spent welcoming in the New Year with close friends, I wake up with a sore head and a raging desire to drink litres of water. The voices of some of my early rising friends drift upstairs as I mentally tot up the number of cocktails and glasses of Prosecco I drank…
There’s something about this time of year that prompts me to pause and reflect on the previous Twelve months. Whilst I’m not usually one for retrospection, it allows me to remember and appreciate all the things we’ve been able to fit into the year. Looking back, 2016 has faced us with difficulties and sadness, but…
It’s that time of year again, when the sky tries to blind you by firing deadly ice-bullets into your face. Big clumps of wet white stuff accumulate on the ground trapping you indoors. Miniature invisible ice rinks appear without warning, intent on breaking your neck… With strong evidence like this, the only conclusion I can…
What I tested Teva Arrowood Lux Mid WP Available in 3 colours: Grape Wine, Cognac and Black £120 Buy them here Product features Full-Grain Waterproof Leather Upper Waterproof Construction Float-Lite™ Midsole and Outsole Rubber Outsole Inserts PU Removable Sockliner The verdict Although they aren’t really meant to be a rugged all-season walking boot, we thought…
We arrive at Hoe Grange on a beautiful bright and clear winters morning Our visit Saturday 17th December – Sunday 18th December From £100 per night 2 night minimum stay Find out more about Hoe Grange Holidays Pod Amenities Full bathroom including a double-sized shower and heated towel rail Double sofa bed Contemporary kitchenette with…