Camping skills: Learn how to be an expert camper
Guide Contents
- Introduction to tent camping: How to get started
- How to pitch an inflatable tent
- Pitching a family tunnel tent
- Packing checklist for family camping
- Using gas on the campsite
- How to use electricity in your tent
- Cooking on camping trips
- Camping with dogs
- How to repair your tent
- Keeping your tent organised
- How to pack up at the end of your trip
- How to get your tent back in its bag
- Expert camping advice to your door!
Introduction to tent camping: How to get started
Everything you need to know to go camping for the first time
Whether you are planning a weekend trip a few miles from home or a big family camping holiday by the coast, making your first camping trip can be a bit nerve-wracking. But do a bit of advance preparation, learn the language and respect the rules and you’ll soon be camping like a pro
Pitching an inflatable tent
Q: How do I put an air tent up?
A: Follow our step-by-step guide to pitching an inflatable family tent without any hassle
Pitching a tunnel tent
Q: How do I put up a poled tent?
A: Our 12-step guide will make putting your tunnel tent up on the campsite really easy
Camping Checklist: What to pack for family camping
Q: What do I need to take with me on a camping trip?
A: There’s nothing worse than arriving at the campsite and discovering you’ve forgotten an essential piece of kit. Download and print off our camping checklist to make sure you take everything you need on every trip
Using gas on the campsite
Q: How do I use gas when camping?
A: Find out what sort of gas you need to use and all the safety guidelines you need to follow
Electricity in your tent
Q: How do I use electricity on the campsite?
A: You can’t just turn up on the campsite with all your electric appliances from home and expect to plug them straight in.
Top tips for cooking on camping trips
Q: How do I set up my campsite kitchen?
A: Cooking outdoors is all part of the great camping experience. But you don’t need to be Jamie Oliver or Nigella Lawson to cook up a treat on site. Follow our tips to become a campsite cooking expert
Camping with dogs
Q: Can I take my pet camping?
A: One of the biggest benefits of camping is that you can take your dog. Follow our advice for a trouble-free holiday with your pet
How to fix your tent
Q: What DIY tent repairs can I do?
A: No matter how carefully you look after your tent, there’s a chance that it will suffer some damage. But save yourself some money and try a bit of repair work.
Getting your tent back into its bag
Q: How do I pack my tent away?
A: Struggle to get your camping tent back into its bag? Here's how to avoid the packing up blues at the end of your camping trip
Keep your tent organised
Q: How do I keep our tent tidy?
A: Here's a quick guide to arranging your camping gear on trips and keeping your tent clean, tidy and clutter-free
Packing to go home
Q: How do I pack up my gear?
A: Packing your camping equipment at the end of your holiday doesn't need to be chore
Helping you to learn the camping skills you need
Find out everything you need to know about putting up a tent, the best spots to pitch, how to organise your living space and much more with our practical guides to all the camping essentials.
Expert advice for campers
If you want to look like a camping pro, follow our step-by-step guides and practice pitching your tent in the garden at home before you head to the campsite.
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