VERDICT A stunning-looking polycotton tent that will comfortably sleep four campers in sheer luxury PRICE £1,661.99 |
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They might be more expensive than polyester, but there is something about polycotton tents that makes them worth that extra outlay.
And this – winner of the Best Small Family Tent for 2022 in the Camping magazine awards – is a perfect example of why. On a sunny day, the Hayward Lake looks absolutely stunning on the campsite – it’s the epitome of luxury camping.
It takes inflatable tents to another level, from the lavish technical cotton fabric to the silent, magnetic doors, these are sheer luxury. This is a top-quality tent, absolutely jam-packed with features.
The larger Hayward Lake models have been among Outwell’s most popular tents in recent years and this new compact, four-berth version lives up to the exceptionally high standards they have set.
Owners of polyester tents will know that, no matter how hard you try, it’s impossible to prevent the flysheet rustling when the wind picks up. But, if you’ve put it up properly, the Hayward Lake barely moves when it’s being buffeted by the wind, and inside you’ll hardly hear a thing.
The tent will comfortably sleep four, with the vertical front wall and Gothic-style air tubes maximising the headroom and usable floor space, and the deep front canopy extending the living space even further. The durable flysheet fabric is designed to provide many years of family adventures and its breathable qualities make it well-suited for camping in hot weather.
The list of features is lengthy and includes Quick & Quiet Inner Doors with magnetic closure, two additional mesh-backed side doors, large tinted windows, the Rear Ventilation System and larger Ambassador Master Bedrooms, which provide good height, more space and cable entry points.
Style Tunnel
Sleeps 4
Weight 33.3kg
Packed size 81 x 52 x 52cm
Waterproof N/A
Pitching time 20 mins
Size 550 x 310cm
Height 220cm
Materials Outer Polycotton Poles Air
Year 2022