Theguardian iconTheguardianJul 13, 2026 ~1 min source read

The best camping tents in the UK: 10 expert picks for every outdoor adventure

From spacious family-size tents to festival-friendly pop-ups, these are our top picks for a pitch-perfect holiday • The best camping mattresses and sleeping mats Sleeping under canvas is a simple, affordable and joyful experience. A good camping or festival trip lives or dies by one thing, though: a decent tent.

The best camping tents in the UK: 10 expert picks for every outdoor adventure

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From spacious family-size tents to festival-friendly pop-ups, these are our top picks for a pitch-perfect holiday • The best camping mattresses and sleeping mats Sleeping under canvas is a simple,...

A good camping or festival trip lives or dies by one thing, though: a decent tent.

You need somewhere roomy, waterproof and comfortable to sleep and hang out in, especially if the weather isn't looking so balmy.

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From spacious family-size tents to festival-friendly pop-ups, these are our top picks for a pitch-perfect holiday • The best camping mattresses and sleeping mats Sleeping under canvas is a simple, affordable and joyful experience. A good camping or festival trip lives or dies by one thing, though: a decent tent. You need somewhere roomy, waterproof and comfortable to sleep and hang out in, especially if the weather isn't looking so balmy.

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  • Even if you're bringing a teeny-tiny tent backpacking, bikepacking or wild camping, it needs to be comfortable and weatherproof, with room for all your kit.

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