4-5 minute read We’re here to help, and with 35 years of camping experience and over a decade of running the Camping with Style blog, we’ve been asked some of the same questions about tents, time and time again. In this blog, we answer 10 frequently asked questions about tents, including choosing a tent and caring for your tent, so we hope you’ll find the information useful! Don’t forget, you can reach out to us on our social channels if you have any other questions too. 1. What size tent do I need for my camping trip? This is a tough question to answer as the size of tent you need for ..read more

Collaboration You know we’re huge Keen fans here at Camping with Style and are always excited when something new from them comes our way. The Keen Elle Sport Backstrap Sandals are an outstanding shoe, and for summer backpacking trips could easily be the only piece of footwear you need to pack. Read on for our full review. What are they? Keen Women’s Elle Sport Backstrap Sandal €100.00 Stockists Keen Amazon Features Eco Anti-Odour Recycled P.E.T. Plastic PFAS-Free Water Repellency Contoured Fit Cushioned Foam Midsole Higher-traction Rubber Outsole Breathable Mesh Lining KEEN Womens Elle S ..read more

Brand collaboration With two trips to Scotland in the last few weeks, we’ve had the perfect opportunity to test out the Flextail EVO Repeller, putting it through its paces to bring you our thoughts. Read on to find out more… What is it? Flextail Evo Repeller 3 in 1 mosquito repeller Lantern Features 10ft-30ft protection zone Double-sided 28 hours running time Power bank Camping lantern IPX5 waterproof We took the Evo Repel on a recent trip to Scotland to put it to the test, The first thing we noticed is the build quality of the product it is a sturdy and robust little unit and the Repellers ..read more

I share my experience of visiting Routin Brig waterfall in Scotland and consider whether this historically significant and long-revered site, might have played a part in a powerful nature meditation I enjoyed there. Prior to a recent trip to Scotland, I zoomed in on the local area using Google Maps and spotted a waterfall not far away, making a note of the name and rough location. Where Old Water and Cluden Water converge, just below a moss-covered stone bridge, we find Routin Brig waterfall, located in the parish of Irongray in Dumfries and Galloway and only a mile or so from where we stayed ..read more

Collaboration We’re huge fans of coffee and will go to exceptional lengths to avoid having to resort to freeze-dried instant coffee. Whilst grinding our beans fresh at home is easy enough to do, when we’re camping or travelling, grinding becomes and chore and we’ve found coffee bags offer a good alternative. What are they? The Little Coffee Bag Co. Coffee Bags From £6 for 10 Individually wrapped coffee bags 100% Arabica Coffee We were sent a mixed box of coffee bags to try from The Little Coffee Co. and I’m pleased to say, I’ve since gone on to purchase more from them, which means we didn’t ..read more

Whatever the time of year, extra layers are a must for any camping trip but never more so than here in the UK in Spring! Read on for 10 great packable blankets ideal for camping… 4Monster Down Blanket lightweight, Compact Outdoor Camping Blanket High quality down at a great price providing both warmth and value. Get it here Kelty Bestie Blanket The Kelty Bestie Blanket is great around the campfire, at the park or as an extra layer over or under your sleeping bag. Get it here Snugpak Insulated Blanket The Travelsoft filling has excellent insulating properties, trapping heat and maximi ..read more

With National walking month on the doorstep and (finally) a feeling of spring in the air, if you’re looking for the ultimate hybrid sandal for summer, search no more! KEEN have got you covered in their all-new Hyperport H2… Hybrid versatility meets hyper comfort as KEEN debut their all-new Hyperport H2 sandal. The perfect blend of freedom and protection, part sandal-part hiker, this vagabond is in a class of its own and is the ultimate tool for all your summer outdoor adventures. KEEN Women’s Hyperport H2 Birch Plaza Taupe KEEN Men’s Hyperport H2 Legion Blue KEEN Women’s Hyperport H2 Rose Da ..read more

Whilst there are plenty of reasons not to wear a Dryrobe or any of the many alternative versions available on the market as a coat, that’s not stopping an increasing number of people from doing so. We jump in on the debate and discuss Dryrobes worn as coats in our latest blog… If you’re hoping for damning judgement and a post full of derision aimed at the folks that choose to wear their Dryrobe as a coat, reading on might disappoint you. Whilst I’m going to firmly avoid going down the route of condemnation and remain resolutely on the fence, what I will do is lay out some pretty compelling re ..read more

Up the ante on your next camping trip with our simple camping gear upgrades that will help you elevate your camping experience from good to great. Improve your campsite cooking Whilst briefcase-style single gas burners are inexpensive and useful, there are some distinct downsides. Namely, you can only cook in one pan at a time and because they take butane gas canisters, they are next to useless in cold weather. A double gas stove that runs from a propane gas/mix will mean you can cook proper family meals no matter the temperature. Good Outwell Appetizer Solo Stove Better Outwell Rukutu St ..read more

1 minute read The Robens HybridCore airbed is Commended in the Best Lightweight Sleeping Mat category of the Camping Awards 2024. Read on to find out more. The aim to enhance performance in demanding conditions while reducing impact on weight and packed size drives Robens to develop new products that ensure sleep comfort. And 2024 sees two new PFC-free hybrid airbed ranges enter the market to offer adventurers more choice and cement the Scandinavian brand’s credentials for research and development. Both are part of the new Robens Sustain initiative. Robens HybridCore 80 Robens HybridCore 8 ..read more