GEAR | Open Water Swimming With The Swim Secure Floating Dry Bag Tow Float - Review
For open water swimming a tow float is an essential bit of safety kit. Over the last few weeks I’ve been putting the Swim Secure floating dry bag to the test. Find out how I got on with it…
What is it?
Swim Secure Floating Dry Bag £27.99
Overall Rating (5...read in full »
GEAR | Perfect For Autumn Camping, We Snuggle Up In The Vango Radiate Single Sleeping Bag - Review
If you’re always cold when camping, listen up. The Vango Radiate is a heated sleeping bag and it promises to change everything! Find out what we thought when we tested it out…
What is it?
Vango Radiate Single Sleeping Bag RRP: £85
Overall Rating (4.5 / 5)
Stockists
VangoAmazon.co.ukOutdoorgear.co.ukOutdoor World Direct
Features
3 Season / 10...read in full »
Ideal For Travel, Lola's House Blend Coffee Bags - Review
We always jump at the chance to try new coffee, so read on to find out what we thought when we took Lola’s House Blend coffee bags down to Cornwall with us…
What is it?
Lola’s House Blend from The Speciality Coffee Company
How much is it?
From £5
Tasting notes
This is a dark roast,...read in full »
TRAVEL | A September Staycation at Sandymouth Bay Holiday Resort, Bude Cornwall
After lockdown restrictions lifted we decided to book a UK getaway, choosing our preferred holiday time of mid-September and crossed our fingers hoping that the Cornish weather gods would be kind to us…
Where we stayed
Darwin Escapes Sandymouth Bay Holiday ResortStibb BudeCornwallEX23 9HW
Overall Rating (4.5 / 5)
The...read in full »
GEAR | CimAlp Katmandou 2 Men's Anti-Mosquito 2-in-1 Trousers - Review
What is it?
Katmandou 2 Men’s Anti-Mosquito 2-in-1 trousers £69.00
Overall Rating (4 / 5)
Stockists
CimAlp
Features
2 in 1: Quickly transforms into shorts. Excellent Sun Protection- 50 UPF Mosquito repellent Totaly breathable Ultra lightweightMultiple Pockets2 x Secret Pockets
What we thought
After lockdown restrictions were lifted, I was...read in full »
GEAR | Jack Wolfskin Cozy Rest Camping SIM - Review
If you’re on the lookout for a good quality SIM that provides great levels of comfort and insulation, but you’re not too worried about pack size or weight, read on for our review of the Jack Wolfskin Cozy Rest SIM…
What is it?
Jack Wolfskin Cozy Rest RRP: £114.19
Overall Rating (4.5...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Tackeroo Campsite Cannock Chase - Review
I set off on a last minute solo camping trip on a Friday after finishing work and settled in for a night in the forest at Tackeroo campsite, Cannock Chase. Read on for my full review.
Campsite details
Tackeroo Campsite Chase CampingTackerooPenkridge Bank RoadRugeley WS15 2UA
Pitch costs
£20 per night
Site facilities
Water standpipesChemical...read in full »
GEAR | Tough & Capable - We Review The Osprey Men's Archeon 45 Recycled Backpack
We’re loving seeing more outdoor brands embracing recycled fabric, from the new Vango range of recycled tents and sleeping bags through to the new Osprey Archeon range which we’ve been lucky enough to try. Find out what we thought when we put it to the test.
What is it?
Osprey Archeon 45...read in full »
TENTS | Adventure Ready With The Coleman Batur 3 Blackout Tent - Review
Looking for small yet capable, adventure ready tent? Read on to find out how the Coleman Batur 3 blackout tent stacks up in terms of performance…
What is it?
Coleman Batur 3 Blackout Tent
Expect to pay around: RRP: £199
Overall Rating: (4.5 / 5)
Stockists
Amazon.co.ukOutdoorcampingdirect.co.uk
Technical Features
2 x Aluminium Poles 8.5 mm ...read in full »
GEAR | 11 Of The Best Insulated Water Bottles & Cups To Keep Cool When It's Hot (Updated 2025)
Camping and hiking during the summer is amazing, clear skies, the sunshine on our faces and the heat makes a great excuse to take a dip, but in very hot weather time outdoors can quickly lead to heat exhaustion and at best, can make many of us feel hot, sticky...read in full »
GEAR | Osprey Salida 8 Hydration Backpack - Review
What is it?
Osprey Salida 8 Hydration Backpack £90
Our Rating (4.5 / 5)
Stockists
Osprey
Features
Women’s specific fit
Integrated 2.5L Hydraulics Reservoir
Lid-Lock™ bike helmet storage
Comfortable Airscape™ backpanel
Bite-valve and magnetic retainer on the pack’s sternum strap
Large internal pocket plus smaller compartments
Front shove-it pouch
What we thought
The Osprey Salida 8 Hydration Backpack is...read in full »
GEAR | Rave Colombia El Carmen Single Origin Coffee - Rave Coffee Review
It’s no secret that I love a good cup of coffee in the morning, and especially so when camping. Making the perfect brew in a tent isn’t always easy though, but the clever V60 dripper makes it easy to brew fresh coffee even at the campsite. Pair it with...read in full »
GEAR | Stepping Out in the Adventure-Ready Teva Tirra Women's Leather Sandal - Review
What is it?
Teva Tirra Women’s Leather Sandals £70.00
Stockists
Teva
Features
Leather upper Easy hook and loop closure comes to get the fit just rightContoured EVA footbed with arch supportTreated with Microban®, a zinc based antimicrobial technology that helps prevent stinkA cushioned Shoc Pad™ in the heel absorbs impact where you need it mostSpider...read in full »
GEAR | Portable, Practical & Reliable - We Review The Primus Lite+ Camping Stove
Looking for a lightweight, highly portable, reliable and super stable camping stove? The Primus Lite+ is a great quality bit of kit and you can read on for our full review and verdict.
What is it?
Primus Lite+ Camping Stove RRP: £114.19
Overall Rating (4.5 / 5)
Stockists
Primus.euAmazonGaynors.co.ukBikester.co.uk
Features
Lightweight system stove burner locks...read in full »
CAMPING GEAR | Winnerwell Nomad Wood Burning Camping Cooker & Stove - Review
If you fancy upping your camping game and adding a wood burning stove to your bell tent camping set up, the Winnerwell Nomad makes an excellent choice. Read on for our review
What is it?
Winnerwell Nomad 1G Wood Burning Cooker & Stove
Expect to pay: Around £329.99
Stockists
Amazon.co.ukCanvastentshop.co.ukWinnerwell.com
Features
Ideal for Heating &...read in full »
GEAR | GoSun Go Portable Solar Camping Oven - Review
A solar powered oven, cleverly designed for life on the go and ideal for camping, but how does it perform during a typical British summer and just how practical is it? Read on for our full GoSun Go review.
What is it?
GoSun Go £129.99
Stockists
GoSunAmazon.co.uk
Features
Bake, roast, steam or boil with no fuel...read in full »
REVIEW | YFood This Is Food Review - Meal Drinks That Banish Hunger On The Go
What is it?
YFood This Is Food Complete Meal Taster Pack £17.95
Stockists
YFood This Is FoodAmazon.co.uk
Features
Ready-to-drink meals with high-quality, healthy ingredientsKeeps you full for up to 5 hours Nutritionally balanced, containing 26 essential vitamins and minerals, complex carbohydrates, protein, fat, fibreLactose-freeGluten-free Vegetarian6 flavours to choose from
What we thought
YFood This Is Food...read in full »
GEAR | Outdoor Adventures Put Muddy Puddles Kids Clothing & Footwear To The Test
During lockdown we got to test 3 items of outdoor gear for the boys, all from Muddy Puddles and you can find individual product details below. Read on to find out what me (and the boys!) thought of the gear…spoiler alert, we all loved it!
Both boys loved their Muddy Puddles...read in full »
GEAR | Lomo Watersports Zipped Full Sleeve Changing Robe - Review
What is it?
Lomo Watersports Zipped Full Sleeve Changing Robe £75
Our Rating (4.5 / 5)
Stockists
Lomo Watersports
Lomo Swimming Changing Robe with Towelling Inner – Pink
Lomo Swimming Changing Robe with Towelling Inner – Green
Lomo Drybag Swimming Tow Float – Orange
Lomo Zipped Full...read in full »
TENTS | Vango Stargrove II 450 AirBeam Tent From Outdoor World Direct - Review
Vango AirBeam tents are a firm favourite with the team here at Camping with Style, and with post-lockdown camping exploding in popularity, couples and family campers looking for a great value inflatable tent would do well to consider the Vango Stargrove II AirBeam. Read on for our full review…
What...read in full »