Camping

Welcome to the camping section of the Winfields Outdoors blog where you’ll find a whole host of camping tips, hacks and advice to help you make the most of the great outdoors. We’ve got everything from buying guides and product reviews to interviews with top brands and even a bit of lighthearted fun to help your next camping trip go that bit smoother. Whether solo or family camping, we’ve got ideas and advice for everyone!

How To Correctly Pack Away Your Tent

How To Correctly Pack Away Your Tent

Whether you’re checking over before heading off on a trip or getting ready to come home from your adventures, you need to know how to pack away your tent. An expedition, festivals, Duke of Edinburgh,  or just a camping holiday, tents come in all shapes and sizes, so each has their own trick for packing […]

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The Ultimate Guide To Tent Repair & Maintenance

The Ultimate Guide To Tent Repair & Maintenance

You’ve reached your pitch and you’re about to put up your tent, already dreaming about relaxing and enjoying the great outdoors. However, when it comes to actually putting your tent up, you notice it’s damaged. End of your camping trip, right? Not necessarily. Read more: 12 UK Campsites You Must Visit If your tent is […]

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How to Cut Plastic While Camping and Hiking

How to Cut Plastic While Camping and Hiking

If you love the great outdoors and the lush landscape, you’ll no doubt want to keep it clean and protected. Unfortunately, our overreliance on plastic threatens the nature that we should nurture due, in large part, to the throwaway attitude of some. In our parks and countryside, this has led to a build-up of plastic […]

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How to wash & care for a sleeping bag

How to wash & care for a sleeping bag

If you enjoy the great outdoors then the chances are you get a little dirty and the same can probably be said for your kit, especially your sleeping bag. Whether you’ve had to sleep on the trail, dropped it or got mud all over yourself after trekking through rough terrain, your sleeping bag can get […]

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Camping Gas & Stoves Buying Guide

Camping Gas & Stoves Buying Guide

Everything you need to know on the camping gas and which gas you'll need for your camping stove.

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How to Avoid Blisters When Hiking

How to Avoid Blisters When Hiking

Blisters are the bane of all walkers, whether you’re on a long hiking expedition or strolling around town. They can cause great pain, regardless of which footwear you have on, and can put some people off wearing them repeatedly or for long periods of time. Although hiking and walking boots are designed to limit wear […]

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Caravan Awnings Buying Guide

Caravan Awnings Buying Guide

Caravans have grown in size over the years and will quite easily accommodate large groups without feeling too cramped. But if you really want to get the most from your mobile home away from home, you’ll need an awning. This buying guide will explain everything about the wonderful world of caravan awnings for those who […]

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Beginner's Guide to Caravanning in the UK

Beginner's Guide to Caravanning in the UK

If you’re new to the wonderful world of caravanning then there’s quite a lot to take in. Buying a caravan is a pretty big deal, and therefore you need to do research into which caravan is right for you and your needs. If you need any help, then the Camping and Caravanning Club have a […]

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