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The best family camping gear for overnights with a tribe

By Julia Clarke published

Choose from our top picks of the best family camping gear, from palatial tents to easy-clean stoves

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How to blackout a tent: tips and tricks to ensure sound sleep

By Alex Foxfield published

Knowing how to blackout a tent can be the difference between being rested and invigorated on your camping trip or grumpy and stressed due to sleep deprivation

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Parts of a tent: our visual guide to your backcountry shelter

By Alex Foxfield last updated

Our visual guide to the many different parts of a tent unzips the jargon, so that next time you’re pitching you know exactly what everything is and what it does

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Why buy an inflatable tent?

By Julia Clarke published

Long eschewed by traditionalists, advances in technology make inflatable tents an attractive alternative for those seeking a hassle-free camping experience

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