The Secret Campsite isn’t your average campsite. Here the selling point is true simplicity, escapism and the chance to experience nature and wildlife in its purest form. When I caught up with owner, Tim Bullen in the run up to our stay he emphasised his desire to create a place that offers guests the opportunity…
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Review: Amazonas Ultra-Light Hammock
Read moreHaving travelled widely throughout South America in the 1990’s, Amazonas founder Mattias Saul became well practised in customising heavy duty hammocks so they would provide adequate protection from the tropical environments. He felt he could create a more practical solution himself and Amazonas Hammocks was born. The company now create a wide range of hammocks…
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Lifelong Lessons: 5 Important Things Your Children Will Learn on a Camping Trip
Read moreCamping with your children is a great way to help them learn lifelong lessons and show them they can have fun without being sat behind a computer screen. If you love the outdoors and want to introduce your children to the wonders of camping, here are just a few reasons why it can be great…
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Tom’s Eco Lodge at Tapnell Farm on the Isle of Wight ~ Our stay at the award winning glamping site
Read moreTom’s Eco Lodge makes up part of Tapnell Farm, a former working dairy farm which has successfully diversified it’s business to blend both agriculture and tourism on the Isle of Wight. The Turney family currently own the farm, with son Tom Turney taking on the glamping element of a diverse range of projects now established…
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Review: Wanderlust Camper Co, For Family Friendly Road Trips
Read moreSleeps: up to 5 people in Sally Price: from £65 / night low season Location: Collection from Dymock, Gloucestershire Wanderlust Camper Co is an independent camper-van rental business owned by Annah and Andy Todman. Based in Dymock in a rural part of Gloucestershire the vans are in the perfect location to explore the the countryside…
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Camping made Comfy with Wigwam® Holidays at Wolferlow Wigwams®, Worcestershire
Read moreSleeps: up to 5 people Price: Big Chief Wigwam® Cabin from £48 / night for 2 adults (children over 2 charged at an additional £8 / night) Running Water Deluxe Wigwam® Cabin from £70 / night for 2 adults (children over 2 charged at an additional £8 / night) Location: Upper Sapey, Worcestershire Wigwam® Holidays caught…
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Review: The Tentsile Connect ~ Suspended tree tent
Read moreTentsile design and create tents that can be suspended over the ground, using the versatility of a hammock yet embracing the practicalities that most standard tents can offer. Their tents can be pitched over rocky, wet or uneven ground opening up options for a more comfortable night’s sleep whether you are up a mountain or…
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Planning for your First Family Camping Trip
Read moreA camping trip is a fun activity to do as a family and can be a great way to spend some time together. More affordable than staying in a hotel or even a caravan, camping is great for families who are on a budget. A successful camping trip relies on being prepared and having everything…
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Wanderlust Camper Co: For Festivals, Camping or Life on the Open Road
Read moreLast month, whilst visiting the Glamping Orchard in Gloucestershire, I had the opportunity to catch up with fellow Glamping enthusiast Annah Todman. Annah set up her own custom designed Campervan rental business in the Spring of 2017. I loved meeting their van ‘Sally’ first hand and was blown away by both the attention to detail…
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The Forge: Brand New Glamping Site in North Wales
Read moreThis newly opened Glamping site in North Wales looks just perfect! The Forge encourages guests to switch off from their busy, digital lives to embrace the outdoors. Making the most of the sites stunning location in Corwen in North Wales hosts Jamie & Sheena offer a wide range of on site activities including wild food…
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The Ultimate Culinary Road Trip Machine: Jamie Oliver and his Land Rover Kitchen
Read moreJaguar Land Rover have partnered up with chef, Jamie Oliver, to design and create a fully functioning kitchen inside an SUV. The Land Rover Discovery Kitchen is a truly bespoke model that highlights complete versatility of the Land Rover Discovery. Jamie Oliver worked alongside Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) team to bring his…
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Glamping and Unique Stays at the YHA
Read moreGone are the days when all you might expect from a youth hostel is a bed in a shared, sweaty bunk room. The YHA now offer a wide range of Glamping and unique accommodation at their sites from tipis to upcycled shipping containers. We discovered the joy of family Glamping with the YHA a couple…
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New Glamping Sites, Accommodation & Services across England and France 2018
Read more2018 looks set to be a huge year for Glamping. Recent years have seen a steady growth in popularity of this stress-free and luxurious version of camping. The success of Glamping has in no doubt been helped along by an increase in the appeal of holidaying in the UK. Brexit, expensive package holidays in the…
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Glamping in Style with MooMoo Children’s Ponchos
Read moreWe fell in love with MooMoo Ponchos earlier this Summer whilst staying in a bell tent at Canvas and Stars. The Glamping site kindly offers the use of the ponchos for younger guests to enjoy whilst staying with them on site. Both my children, Daisy (8) and Logan (2) wore their pretty and practical garments…
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Go Outdoors Tonbridge Superstore: The Ultimate Active Family Shopping Experience
Read moreI used to be right up to date with my knowledge of all the best outdoor gear and kit. I worked in the snowboard department in a large outdoor shop in Covent Garden in my twenties, and through my years working ski seasons was fairly up to speed with the latest brands and equipment. That…
