There’s something magical about spending a night under canvas, gazing up at a star-filled sky and waking up in camp to birdsong and the fresh aroma of dew on grass.
Camping offers a unique escape from the everyday, giving us the chance to reconnect with nature, friends and ourselves – whether we’re snuggled in a luxury bell tent or zipped up in an ultralight bivvy bag.
The beauty of camping is that there’s no single way to do it. For some of you, camping is all about comfort: think plush camping mattresses, fairy lights and the irresistible sizzle of a barbecue – all the best parts of home transported to the wild. You relish the experience, as long as you don’t have to leave home comforts behind.
But then a lot of you prefer to embrace minimalism, packing only the essentials and taking pride in travelling light. For the ultralight camper, every gram matters. You find freedom in the simplicity of a tarp overhead and a sleeping bag and lightweight sleeping mat on the ground, delighting in the sense of adventure and self-reliance.
Of course, not everyone enjoys camping and not every camping trip is a success. We’ve seen our fair share of disasters, from tents flooding because of heavy rain to ruined barbeques and cold nights after camping mattress punctures.
Wherever you fit – from overpacking comfort-seekers to adventurous minimalists – there’s a camping style to suit everyone. Take our fun quiz below to discover what kind of camper you are and get inspired for your next outdoor adventure!