The Easy Camp Explorer Star 200 Plus 2 Man Tent from Active Camping is very spacious, easy to pitch and excellent quality.

If you are looking for a substantial tent with plenty of space for two people, this Easy Camp Tent could just be the one for you.  The Easy Camp Explorer Star 200 Plus 2 Man Tent is the most spacious two man tent in our range.

This roomy tunnel tent offers a generous bedroom and living area with a large porch which is perfect for storing bikes, luggage, footwear, rucksacks and more. The porch has both a front entrance and a side entrance for easy access and ventilation. This Easy Camp Star 200 Plus Tent is incredibly easy to pitch with very simple instructions to follow.

The Easy Camp Explorer Star 200 Plus is perfect for first time campers, backpackers, festival goers, weekends away or Duke of Edinburgh Awards; it is compact and lightweight, sleeps 2 people with room to spare, is affordable and has plenty of handy features including a lantern point, internal organiser pocket and a detachable groundsheet for the porch area.

Now for the technical bit…this Easy Camp Tent has a hydrostatic head of 2000mm with fully taped flysheet seams to ensure it is waterproof. You can either pitch the outer first and then add the inner or pitch it all as one, it is fire retardant and comes with its own tent pegs. The tent weighs under 4kgs and has a small carry bag.

You can purchase your very own Easy Camp Star 200 Plus 2 Man Tent from Active Camping for £81.99 and it comes in a bright blue so that it stands out in a field full of tents. Happy Camping!

The all new Mac in a Sac range from Target Dry is now available at Active Camping in a choice of bright colours!

As we enter May with yet more rain, we take a look at our new range of Waterproof Clothing from Target Dry including the trusty Mac in a Sac…

The Mac in a Sac has been re-designed by Target Dry for 2012 – they’ve taken the best bits from their very popular range of pac-a-mac jackets and added some excellent new features, so these lightweight waterproof jackets have got a fantastic new look for Spring/Summer and with all this rain, we think they will come in very handy!

The Target Dry Mac in a Sac Classic 2 Jackets are fully waterproof (up to 5000mm) with taped seams, windproof, breathable (up to 5000gsm), have a hood which rolls up in to the collar, has two zipped front pockets, the jacket easily rolls up and packs away in to its own stuff sack for easy transporting or to fit in your bag, plus it is machine washable. The new and improved features include: elasticated comfort cuffs, a new zip which tucks away in to the collar at the top to prevent catching, reflective strips and a much improved fit.

The Mac in a Sac Classic 2 Jackets are available in a choice of bright or subtle colours including Royal Blue (pictured), Fuchsia (pictured), Navy, Malibu and Black all priced at £22.99 (RRP £28.95) or Navy Tartan at £23.99 (RRP £31.50).

Easy Camp Carnival Comic Sleeping Bags from Active Camping!

Are you looking for a sleeping bag which is lightweight, affordable and offers a good nights sleep? Well you have come to the right place! Our selection of Sleeping Bags includes mummy bags, envelope style, double sleeping bags, sleepings pods and kids sleeping bags too.

Our range of sleeping bags and beds incorporates something for all budgets with an array of sleeping bags available in a choice of different colours, styles, shapes and sizes.

Our sleeping bag brands include Gelert, Coleman, Outwell, Highlander and Easy Camp. Today we are looking at the brand new Comic Sleeping Bags in the Carnival range from Easy Camp.

The Easy Camp Carnival Comic Sleeping Bags are available in two colours; Purple and Pixel – here at Active Camping HQ we just cannot decide which is our favourite out of the two! These Easy Camp bags won’t break the bank as they cost just £21.99 and are ideal for festivals and summer camping.

The Easy Camp Carnival Comic Sleeping Bags weigh in at just 1.2kg so aren’t heavy to carry if you are backpacking or attending a festival. They have 250g of polyester filling which will keep you warm and snug on a summer evening. This Easy Camp Sleeping Bag has a two way zip which allows you to open it right out and use as a duvet – handy for sleep-overs too.

So if you are looking for a sleeping bag, be sure to consider this fantastic Easy Camp Comic bag, or why not take a look at our full range of sleeping bags and camping equipment at www.activecamping.com. Happy camping!

The Gelert Chinook 3 Man Tent - Lime/Charcoal from Active Camping is already proving very popular for the 2012 Camping Season!

We are half way through March already and the new additions to our 2012 Camping range are getting us all very excited here at Active Camping HQ. We can’t wait for the upcoming Bank Holidays so that we can pack up the car and spend a long weekend camping and enjoying everything nature has to offer.

Our new 2012 camping collection is bigger and better than ever before, look out for our news and updates and be sure to browse our website to see our new Tents, Sleeping Bags, Camping Equipment and Gear, Cooking Equipment, Festival Wellies, Clothing and more…

One of our favourite picks from the new collection has got to be this funky new tent; the Gelert Chinook 3 Man Tent – Lime/Charcoal. This colourful 3 person tent is perfect for backpacking, weekends away and festival camping – plus its bright Lime Green colour helps it to stand out from the crowd. This Gelert Tent will comfortably sleep 3 people but is equally great for 2 people if you like to spread out or have plenty of kit. It has a generous porch area for muddy boots or storage space, it is incredibly quick and easy to pitch and not too heavy to carry around with you. It is double-skinned and has a hydrostatic head of 1500mm to keep the elements at bay.

If you like the look of this Gelert Tent as much as we do, then visit our website www.activecamping.com and take a good look. The Gelert Chinook 3 Man Tent – Lime/Charcoal is available from Active Camping at just £65.99 (RRP £74.99).

Camping Bits and Bobs from Active Camping - for all those little things!

Ever wondered where to get all those bits and bobs for camping from? Well visit Active Camping and view our range of Camping Accessories and Bits and Bobs.

In our Camping Equipment range we have a selection of those little things which are very handy such as padlocks, peg extractors, batteries, dog tethers, adaptors, trolleys and more.

Our selection of ‘Camping Stuff‘ is suited to festival camping, camping breaks or general use. Take a look, our prices start from just £1.75….

Gelert Camping 2 Man Quick Pitch Tent in Raspberry from activecamping.com

Are you looking for a tent which is quick and easy to pitch? How about one which pitches itself within seconds? Well we have the perfect Gelert Tent in stock; the Gelert Quick Pitch SS Pop Up Tent in Raspberry!

This Gelert Quick Pitch Tent is so simple to use to use, you could probably do it with your eyes shut! Equally at home on a campsite, at a festival, in the back garden for the kids to use for summer sleepovers or as somewhere to shelter at the beach; this Quick Pitch Tent won’t let you down.

Now for the technical stuff…this 2 man tent is single skin, has a 2000mm hydrostatic head with fully taped seams to ensure it is completely waterproof. It has front vents to increase ventilation and comes in an easy to carry bag with long handles, all weighing just over 2kg. There are no poles to fiddle with as they are all incorporated in to the design, simply secure the tent down using the pre-attached guy ropes with the tent pegs which are included.

This Gelert Quick Pitch Pop Up Tent is available in Raspberry Sorbet/Iced Pearl from activecamping.com for just £37.99 (RRP £44.99)!

Hunter Wellies - Hunter Original Gloss Cherry Blossom Wellington Boots from Active Camping are brand new in!

The latest wellies to arrive at Active Camping are these beautiful new Hunter Wellies; the Hunter Original Gloss Cherry Blossom Wellington Boots. These new Hunter Wellies are a brand new colour for Spring/Summer 2012 and a welcome addition to our range.

With the festival season fast approaching, why not attend in true style with these pink festival wellies? These Hunter Boots are incredibly comfortable and are also an excellent choice for campsites, country walks or taking the dogs out.

Hunter Wellington Boots are renowned for their stylish looks, their elegant fit, brilliant comfort, durability, plus their range of practical and fashionable styles. Hunter Wellies are made with vulcanised natural rubber, known for its hard wearing construction and ability to hold its shape, these wellies have a dazzling high gloss finish, are built on an orthopaedic last, they have a cushioned insole for additional comfort and an improved fit. These Hunter Boots also have a quick drying anti-bacterial lining, display the Hunter logo front and centre plus they have a side buckle and strap.

The Hunter Wellies – Hunter Original Gloss Cherry Blossom Wellington Boots are available from activecamping.com in sizes UK 3 – 9 (EU 36 – 43/US 5 – 11) and are priced at £64.99 (RRP £85)!

The 'Bog in a Bag' Portable Toilet from Active Camping

We stock the Bog in a Bag – you may have seen them on BBC Dragons’ Den – they are an innovative portable toilet which is lightweight, incredibly simple to use, hygienic and compact; perfect for stowing away in the car and pulling out for the kids whilst travelling. Simpy use with the Bog in a Bag Refill Bags which have an absorbent pad able to soak up to 400 times its own weight and allows you to go to the toilet anywhere. The Bog in a Bag doubles up as a camping stool for use around the campsite – simply place the seat cover over the top first.

The Highlander Portable Toilet from Active Camping is more comparable to a 'normal' toilet!

We also stock the Highlander Portable Toilet which is more comparable to sitting on a normal toilet seat rather than a camping stool. The Highlander Portable Toilet has a sturdy steel frame which folds flat when not in use and also requires the use of disposable refill bags – the Highlander Portable Toilet Refill Bags. Some customers have also chosen to mix and match the refill bags with the different portable toilets.

Visit www.activecamping.com to view our full range of Portable Camping Toilets and more. Never get caught short again!

Outwell Easy Camp Bari Festival Pack including 2 man tent, sleeping bags, sleeping mats and a FREE Aigle Daysack - a bargain not to be missed!

Whether you are an occasional camper or are planning a visit to a festival this Summer then we have got the perfect camping deal for you; the Easy Camp Bari Festival Pack with FREE Aigle Rucksack.

The Outwell Easy Camp Bari Festival Pack with FREE Aigle Daysack includes a 2 Man Tent (the Easy Camp Bari Tent), 2 Sleeping Bags (Easy Camp Cosmos 150 Mummy Sleeping Bag), 2 Sleep Mats (Outwell Classic Sleeping Mat) plus you will receive a FREE Aigle Daysack with every Festival Pack ordered!

This brilliant Easy Camp Bari Festival Pack has everything you need to get started for camping whether it’s a weekend away or a vist to a Summer festival. Get yours today for just £49.99 (RRP £75.99) from activecamping.com – this easy to use kit is ideal for first timers, snap them up quick!

Camping Cooking Equipment from Active Camping - stoves, tableware, kettles, toasters, fuel tablets, drinks bottles, flasks, cutlery and more!

If you are planning to go Camping or attend a festival this year then you are going to need to feed yourselves! We take a look at the Camping Cooking range available at Active Camping including Stoves, Tableware/Cutlery, Cooking Accessories including Kettles, Toasters and Fuel Tablets, plus Drinks Bottles and Flasks from an array of reputable Camping Suppliers including Coleman, Gelert, Esbit, Light My Fire, Grilliput, Highlander and Campingaz.

Get all the gear you need to cook up a storm on your campsite from Active Camping, show off your culinary skills with an easy-to-use stove, pots and pans, mess tins, bowls, plates, meal kits, sporks, cutlery, whistling kettles, matches, can openers, drinks bottles, heated mugs and thermal flasks.

View our full range of Camping Cooking Equipment at www.activecamping.com!