Camping has been a mainstay British holiday for as long as people realised they could throw a piece of material over some sticks and sleep underneath it. Of course, it's evolved just a little since then, but the principles are still the same and it remains hugely popular with people of all ages. Enter glamping, […]
If you’re going camping, heading out on a hike, expedition, DofE, or are off on a weekend break, then you’ll need a backpack in which to carry the majority of your gear. For that, you'll need to get your pack in order to fit all of your essentials in - drinks, snacks, jackets, clothing and […]
Following the news that campsites across England are set to re-open in July, plans are now being made to ensure appropriate measures are in place to welcome holidaymakers this summer. The government has now announced that the camping industry is set to re-open from July 4 in England as part of its phase three plans. […]
Lockdown restrictions are lifting, so you can finally start to prepare for our next trip away. You may not be unpacking your tent, taking long hikes or relaxing around a BBQ at a campsite just yet, but from July 4, you'll be able to go on a camping getaway. The Winfields Outdoors blog already has […]
If you’re an experienced camper, you’ll know that your kit and gear can be damaged - so it’s best to have spares. The same goes for your inflatable tent. While traditional tent poles are prone to breaking, air tubes aren’t exempt from going faulty, either. Although air tubes should last for years to come thanks […]
If there’s one thing guaranteed to ruin your camping holiday, it’s a poorly pitched tent. Granted, it’s not ideal if it throws it down with rain the whole time, but at least if your tent is put up properly you have somewhere dry to take shelter. However, If you don’t properly erect your tent, then […]
