Camping Travel Store Blog

  Unveiling Camping Comfort Why the Karsten Tent Air or Poled Reigns Supreme in the UK! Intoduction: In this guide, we'll unravel the mysteries of  quality cotton canvas tents , exploring the  essential factors  to consider when making this vital decision.  Spoiler alert:  we'll be uncovering why the Karsten Tent Brand emerges as the  undisputed champion  for your camping escapades in the UK and beyond. The Allure of Cotton Canvas: A Natural Cocoon In the realm of camping tents,  materials matter , and none can rival the allure of 100% cotton canvas. The Karsten Tent, available in both Air and Poled versions, takes this charm to new heights. The high quality  sustainable  TenCate  natural fibres  provide unparalleled  breathability , ensuring a  cosy atmosphere  inside, while also offering  strength and the durability  required to withstand the unpredictable UK weather time again. The Perfect Balan...

Easter Camping Bliss Unleashing the Karsten Tent Experience in the UK. Introduction: As Easter approaches, avid campers in the UK are gearing up for an unforgettable outdoor adventure. If you're seeking the perfect blend of comfort and ruggedness, look no further than camping with a Karsten Tent. Renowned for their durability, strength, ease of use, and innovative design, Karsten Tents elevate the camping experience to new heights. Easter in the UK brings a sense of renewal and a promise of warmer days. With blooming flowers, chirping birds, and longer daylight hours, it's an ideal time to reconnect with nature. Choosing the right camping gear is crucial, and that's where the Karsten Tent shines. Unmatched Durabillity: One of the standout features of Karsten Tents is their unparalleled durability and strength. Crafted from high-quality materials, these tents are built to withstand the unpredictable UK weather. Whether you encounter a sudden rain shower or storm force winds,...

Explore the Great Outdoors with Karsten Tents: Open Weekend Extravaganza!  Get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure as we kick-start the camping season with our much-anticipated Karsten Tent Open Weekend from February 2nd to 4th, 2024! Camping Travel Store is thrilled to invite all outdoor enthusiasts to experience the unparalleled quality and innovation that Karsten Tents bring to the camping world. Why Karsten Tents?  Unrivalled Quality:  Karsten Tents are renowned for their exceptional quality and durability. Crafted with precision and using top of the range materials, these tents are designed to withstand the worst weather, providing a reliable shelter for your outdoor escapades.   Versatility:  Whether you're a solo adventurer, part of a couple, or enjoying a family camping trip, Karsten Tents offer a range of sizes and configurations to suit every need. From compact tents for the minimalist camper to spacious family tents, there's a perfect fit fo...

We've launched our own podcast - Talk Camping Join us (James & Suzie) as we chat about everything camping, answering the most frequently asked questions regarding our showroom and the cotton canvas tents that we sell, together with everything else outdoors.  Here's the trailer and further episodes are available on our Youtube Channel .  LISTEN BELOW Let us know what you think on our socials or in the comments below and don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss any further shows. More information: www.campingtravelstore.co.uk

 Any excuse for a campfire? But this was a good one! Super proud as a Scout leader to be part of a great group, celebrating the Queens' Platinum Jubilee.  Our cubs and scouts helped out building the beacon during the day as well as preparing the marquee and bbq for the evening festivities where their families were also invited to join us. Hotdogs, burgers, onions, lashings of sauce, and hot chocolate made for the evening festivities, with rounders and wide games. The lighting of the beacon commenced after a special bugle call and was represented by a Beaver, Cub, Scout, and Young leader. They represented the 4 points of the compass representing all the people and countries from the North, South, East & West that the Queen is head of state.  Our finest voices singing the National Anthem brought the lighting of the beacon of honour to a close. 

 Camping Top Tip #1 Always check over your tent, awnings, footprint (if used), guy ropes, and pegs before any trip. Is it there, have you got enough! Whether you only used your tent last week or you are giving the tent it's first airing after being stored over the winter, this tip will save you so much hassle when setting up. We've all done the manic break our camp down quickly routine to either be off-site in time or beat the rain, and when packing the car, items just get placed in any available space. When unpacking at home not all items may be stored together. The amount of people we read about and speak with, including ourselves who have left poles at home or forgotten that when unloading, the awning was stored in the shed, not the garage! It all makes for an unnecessary start to your holiday which can easily be avoided by sparing half an hour to check everything. Remember success is 90% preparation!

Fun times "Wild Camping" in Hertfordshire with three local campsites to hand.  H2O Rampage is an awesome large-scale waterpark for all the family, including wild swimming, paddleboarding, and of course the fantastic inflatable course.  Situated on the Three Lakes activity centre near Ware, there are also lots of other activities available, including fishing, pitch & putt, and football golf.  Afterward, you can relax in the on-site restaurant or enjoy a lovely family walk around the area of rolling countryside. Three Lakes also has its own campsite ( Westmill Farm Camping and Caravan Site ), and the sites of Church Farm Ardley , and the Hertford Camping and Caravanning Club are only a short drive away.  Please note: You will need to check swimmers' ages and competency levels before going. More Information on H20 Rampage HERE

  Camp 'n' Glamp 2022 Tent Preview Aimed primarily at  Camping and Glamping  sites to come and view the tents for next season, everyone is welcome to come along and join us for this preview.  Our showroom will house the tunnel tents which are able to be purchased in either 100% Cotton Canvas for our campers, or  All Season Campshield  suitable for  All Season Pitching  for the commercial sites. A selection of our Karsten Air and De Waard tents will be on display, together with a new range of cotton canvas  Bell Tents  including the Touareg and Emperor Bell in our large outdoor area.  For more information and to register follow this LINK

ESVO 280 real time set-up A great video detailing how we at Camping Travel Store set up the ESVO 280 Bedouin base tent in real-time. Watch as James takes you through a step-by-step guide from taking your tent out of the bag to being ready to enjoy your time on-site.   More information www.campingtravelstore.co.uk

A great video detailing how we at Camping Travel Store set up the Karsten 300 air tent and sleeping extension in real-time. Watch as James & Suzie take you through a step-by-step guide from taking your tent out of the bag to being ready to enjoy your time on-site. Tent styled with Human-Comfort furniture and accessories, exclusive to Camping Travel Store in the UK. Visit our showroom and large tent display - www.campingtravelstore.co.uk To see the Karsten 380 packing away video check this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7dHb... ​ Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more videos! www.campingtravelstore.co.uk

  The finishing touch to your Karsten Tent setup Our stock of the new Karsten Windshields will be arriving shortly. Available in Tunnel Tent Beige or Blueline, this new windshield will add the finishing touch to any Karsten setup. Colour coding is available to pre-order in batches of 5. We are keeping order tabs on the different colours so if you are interested please let us know.   Standard Price for a Windshield £270.- Colour Coded Price £295.- (5 Orders Required) To order, please  email info@campingtravelstore.co.uk

We are happy to announce that our new Karsten Opera Blueline Eco-friendly tent has been commended in the Camping Magazine's 2021 Editors Choice Awards, Luxury Tent Category. Made from Recycled Jeans - Read more below More information: http://www.campingtravelstore.co.uk/karsten/opera-blueline

  Virtual Tent Display Come and enjoy a virtual tour of our tent display from 15th - 28th February 2021. Our demonstration models from ESVO, De Waard, Karsten, and our Outstanding Safari Tents means there's a tent for everyone! We're using Whatsapp to take you around so please email us at info@campingtravelstore.co.uk to book your private tour, so grab a cup of coffee and relax as you enter our world of Dutch Camping Tents. More information: www.campingtravelstore.co.uk

Working from home and indeed a laptop over the past has meant that taking our work with us has never been a problem, and nice weather always led to packing the tent and taking off for the weekend. However, since opening and having the commitment of the showroom, things have changed somewhat! We are still able to 'take off' but for a shorter stay as proved the other weekend when we loaded the van last minute and headed off to North Norfolk for two nights to visit some friends (the weather forecast wasn't great). Seaside here we come! Staying just outside of Brancaster , we quickly erected our bell tent (the only tent not on display) and our faithful Karsten Tarp as we knew we were due rain. We then set about taking in the delights of the local area, including lunch at the  Lifeboat Inn  (socially distanced of course) and walking along a section of the North Norfolk coastal path. The small harbour at Burnham Overy Staithe. Let us know your favorite North Norfolk Campsite and ...

Lockdown has been relaxed enough to enable people to travel and more importantly shops to re-open.  Since we opened our shop on Valentine's days, we've been open a grand total of three weeks and closed for nine. However, we've been busy building and planning our re-opening whilst integrating the latest health guidance in-store, are ready to receive customers to our showroom and fantastic outdoor display. We have three amazing Safari Tents on display with a fantastic range of our luxury 100% cotton canvas camping tents from Karsten, Dewaard, and ESVO. Our indoor display consists of additional dressed tents together with our lovely Human-Comfort range of camping furniture and lighting.  Our display is open from 17th June. At busy times (weekends) you may wish to book an appointment, please just email us on info@campingtravelstore.co.uk or give us a call on 01763 273662. ...and the sunflowers are growing nicely! www.campingtravelstore.co.uk

Everyone loves a sunflower and we've been lucky enough to see fields upon fields of them as we have traveled through France on our annual camping trips. We're also very lucky to have parents who are keen gardeners and for the past couple of months have been nurturing from seed, some sixty-eight sunflowers to add a bit of colour and break-up the outdoor display area.  So today on one of the warmest days of the year we decided to work outdoors and plant them. Fingers crossed that they all take and enjoy their new home. 

We've recently completed the installation of two Outstanding AN3 Compact Safari Tents in the Lake District , however, our clients decided that our wooden front door option would add great value to the look of the tents. Building a simple frame and using matching uprights to those of the structure, we secured a fitted wooden door to the entrance giving the sense of luxury and that home from home feeling. The canvas door is simply rolled up and secured on the internal side, but the appearance gives these tents another dimension, not to mention the great feeling of being able to lock the door as you leave! What do you think? Let us know in the comments below. For  further information, Email: info@campingtravelstore.co.uk

From camping tents to safari tents and even emergency tents, our YouTube channel has lots of videos on pitching techniques, site reviews and more... Why not have a look and subscribe! Follow this link:  https://www.youtube.com/user/KarstenTentsUK For any more information Email: info@campingtravelstore.co.uk or call 01763 273662

Our latest install of the Outstanding AN4 Cottage safari tents will see the guests of the Horsley Hale wedding venue near Ely celebrate and stay in style. With our stylish Paris Chic interior, lovely deck and outdoor benches, it a perfect match of comfort and outdoor living.  The AN4 Cottage will be on display at our showroom just south of Cambridge from April 2020, together with the AN3 Compact and XS models.  For further information, please contact James & Suzie Email: james@outstandingtent.co.uk or info@campingtravelstore.co.uk 01763 273662

As we now have space and a little more time in our showroom and display area, we thought we would show you a real-time video of the deflating and packing up a Karsten 380 Air Tent.  You will see and hear that once the valves are taken out the air begins to rush out. As the tent is about to fall to the ground, I like to hold it a little longer and pull is forward to help the air captured inside the tent (not the tubes) escape via the open front door.  There is a certain technique to the 'flapping' in order to get the tubes to lie flat so they are not on top of each other, but once you've done it - the tent almost certainly fits back in the bag.  It only remains to make 3 folds, remove any trapped air in the tubes (I walk over the tent, some people roll over theirs), and rolling from back to front, any remaining air is released.  You will notice that we put the valve end into the bag so that it lays at the bottom of the bag. This makes sure that we h...