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What is the busiest camping day?

Are you wondering when to go camping? Whether you enjoy a buzzing campsite packed with other excited campers or you prefer to camp when it’s quieter, you may be wondering which days of the year are the busiest. Read on to find out more. Easter bank holiday Easter bank holiday is famously popular for campers,…

Advice5 min read

What Licence Do You Need to Tow a Trailer?

We need to tow trailers for many reasons. Perhaps your car boot isn’t big enough for your camping gear, or you’re towing a caravan. Maybe you drive a motorhome and want to take a trailer with you. There are also simple utility reasons for towing. Perhaps you need to pick up some gardening supplies from…

Advice8 min read

A Guide to Bivvy Camping

If you’re an adventurer who wants to get more in touch with nature, then bivvy bag camping may be your new favorite activity! A bivvy bag, also known as the bivouac sack, bivy sack, or bivi bag, is gaining popularity in the outdoor adventuring scene. But what’s it all about, and is it for you?

General2 min read

Dangers of Lilos at the Beach

A Norfolk senior coastguard suggests that those who want to take a lilo to the beach this summer should rethink their plans. After multiple rescues occurred off the Norfolk coast, senior coastguards warned holidaymakers not to use lilos in the sea. On 22nd July 2021, three young girls were swept out to sea on a…

News1 min read

Dangers of the Sea - UK Dad Dies

According to a Metro report, a 55-year-old father has drowned after a rip current swept him away while swimming off the Yorkshire coast. The man had been swimming with his two children at Reighton Gap on 22 July in the afternoon. An unexpected current caused the family to drift away from the shore. Eventually, passersby…

Castles6 min read

Top Castles to Visit in the Lake District

The Lake District is a wonderful place, full of history, beauty, and excitement. It truly has something special for everyone. For nature lovers, the beauty of the lakes and wildlife are sure to make a trip here unforgettable. For castle enthusiasts, the Lake District is certainly not an area to skip. The area is home…

General4 min read

Best UK Beach and Seaside Festivals

The UK beach and seaside festivals scene has exploded in recent years, with a host of great coastal offerings from North Berwick down to West Cornwall. With so many choices, it can be challenging to sort through them and find the festival that takes your fancy. Here’s a selection of just 6 of the best…

General5 min read

Sharks in UK Waters

In the UK, we consider ourselves privileged to live far away from terrifying wildlife. Wolves went extinct in Britain by 1760. We occasionally hear that we have dangerous spiders living in Britain, but they don’t pose nearly as big a threat as they do in other countries. And sharks? Not here, mate. They’re all in…

Advice9 min read

What Is the Most Aerodynamic Roof Boxes You Can Get?

Are you considering getting a roof box for your car but are worried about how it will affect your driving? If so, you are not alone! While roof boxes are a great addition to increasing your car storage options, it doesn’t mean that every roof box will be the right choice for your car. Cars…

Advice8 min read

Guide to Roof Boxes

Camping is one of the great joys of life, but one thing that can take away from the excitement is when you can’t get all your stuff inside the car. Trying to cram everything in your car can lead to some serious space issues driving to the campsite. Whether you have a family with a…

Advice7 min read

What Is the Biggest Roof Boxes You Can Get?, Getting More Storage Space for Your Car

As much as you love your little Toyota Camry or Honda Accord, travelling with it may be a bit difficult. The trunk space isn’t exactly plentiful, and your passengers will take up indoor storage space. You may benefit from a roof box for your vehicle to make travelling easier. What is the biggest roof boxes…

Camping3 min read

How many counties in the UK

A new year, how about a new camping challenge. Spend at least one night camping in every county in the UK. Sounds easy right, well it is. We have been doing this for a few years but with COVID it’s taking a little longer than planned. You can create your own rules. Ours is simple:…

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