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Whether you’re camping at your first festival, heading out and about with the kids, searching for an eco-friendly getaway or taking your perfect pooch on a caravan trip – it always pays to be prepared. For expert “How To” guides as well as the latest advice and camping tips, Alan Rogers How To Guides ensure you can camp with confidence.

Book Review: The Motorhome and Campervan Handbook by Sammy Faircloth

Rob Fearn | 30 Jan 2025 | Read time: 1m 52s

For anyone looking to embrace the motorhome or campervan lifestyle, The Motorhome and Campervan Handbook by Sammy Faircloth is an essential resource.
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Motorhome and Campervan Handbook

AR Guide to: Portable Power Stations

Rob Fearn | 12 Dec 2023 | Read time: 5m 11s

Power stations are great because they're quieter and don't release exhaust fumes, unlike traditional petrol or diesel combustion-powered generators.
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Anker 535 portable power station

Planning a Eurotrip? Start with a Eurail Pass!

Rob Fearn | 31 Oct 2023 | Read time: 6m 27s

Do you dream of exploring Europe's lovely scenes, like Venice's charming canals or Paris' old streets? For travelling in Europe, one of the greenest and most enjoyable options is to use a Eurail Pass.
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Planning a Eurotrip? Start with a Eurail Pass!

Choosing the Right Campsite in France for Digital Nomads

Rob Fearn | 30 Oct 2023 | Read time: 5m 1s

The allure of the nomadic lifestyle has never been stronger, and in an age defined by remote work and boundless wanderlust, the concept of combining work with travel has captured the imagination of countless individuals. Enter the digital nomad lifestyle.
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Remote working

Top Tips for a Successful Accessible Camping Trip in Europe

Peter Stannett | 9 May 2023 | Read time: 2m 48s

Camping holidays are a fantastic way to explore the great outdoors, connect with nature, and spend quality time with family and friends. For people with limited mobility, finding accessible campsites and facilities can be challenging.
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Wheelchair

AR Guide to: Wet Weather Camping

The Alan Rogers Team | 2 Mar 2023 | Read time: 2m 56s

Relaxing in a dry tent, sipping hot coffee, and listening to the pitter-patter of rain embodies tranquillity.
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A Roof Tent

AR Guide to: French flea markets

Rob Fearn | 30 Jan 2023 | Read time: 18m 53s

The flea market originates in the marché aux puces, where the goods on offer were literally the kind of shabby items you could expect to find infested with fleas.
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Soda Syphons

AR Guide to: Buying a campsite

Rob Fearn | 9 Jan 2023 | Read time: 6m 43s

It’s easy to see the appeal of running a campsite. You get to spend time outdoors, interact with new people, and have the potential to have every day different to the one before.
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AR Guide to: Buying a campsite

AR Guide to: Camping Beds

Peter Stannett | 4 Jan 2023 | Read time: 5m 50s

Some of us remember the bad old days of sleeping on the ground, on a canvas groundsheet which provided zero protection against the stones and twigs beneath and no insulation from the cold, damp ground.
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Sleep pad in tent

Camping At Festivals - Everything You need to know

Peter Stannett | 13 Aug 2021 | Read time: 8m 5s

When you head to a festival, whether it's a music festival or not, one thing is sure, you are likely to be camping! Camping and festivals are almost synonymous these days. You can't have one without the other. Whether or not you choose to camp when you visit your next festival, there are likely to be fields and fields of tents nearby full of festival-goers having a great time.
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Sea of colourful tents

Camping with Kids in England

Peter Stannett | 15 Jul 2021 | Read time: 6m 41s

Camping is great fun for everyone, but it is an especially magical experience with your kids.
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Kid helping set up camp

AR Guide to: Camping in England

Peter Stannett | 8 Jul 2021 | Read time: 6m 36s

You don't have to go far to have a great holiday. There are lots of great holiday experiences to have right here in England. Choosing a camping staycation is becoming more and more popular, and it is easy to see why.
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Castle Combe, Cotswolds

Book Review: The Caravan Handbook by Sammy Faircloth

Rob Fearn | 23 Jun 2021 | Read time: 1m 33s

The go-to guide to the purchase, storage, maintenance and use of a caravan.
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The Caravan Handbook by Sammy Faircloth

10 'Must Do' Things While Caravanning This Summer

The Alan Rogers Team | 26 Mar 2021 | Read time: 6m 47s

It's been a challenging year, and travel has been the last thing on our minds. But now, with things moving...
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Hiking

Tips for Taking Your Dog on a Caravan Holiday

Rob Fearn | 8 Dec 2020 | Read time: 3m 58s

If you are a seasoned camper, you probably know just about everything when it comes to going on a caravan...
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Taking Your Dog on a Motorhome Holiday

Green Camping Holidays: Eco-Friendly Camping in the UK

Ben Tully | 23 Sept 2020 | Read time: 6m 48s

Luckily camping is a great way to not only have a great holiday but a holiday that is kinder to...
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Forest camping

Tips and Gadgets You Need When You Go Camping With Your Dog

The Alan Rogers Team | 10 Sept 2020 | Read time: 6m 46s

One thing you will know if you have been camping with a pet is that you need to take a...
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Pet First Aid Travel Camping Kit for Dog or Cat

Best UK Campsites For Couples

Ben Tully | 2 Sept 2020 | Read time: 6m 44s

Long walks through beautiful scenery, relaxing drinks and meals while out exploring and of course, romantic evenings watching the world...
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Couple in tent

Seaside Camping In The UK - Our Most Beloved Beaches

The Alan Rogers Team | 13 Aug 2020 | Read time: 5m 54s

From humble beginnings in the post-war years to all-inclusive and all-out family holidays, we've continued to enjoy our sunny beaches...
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Cornish beach

Taking your dog on your camping holiday In the UK

The Alan Rogers Team | 6 Aug 2020 | Read time: 10m 44s

There are so many exciting and beautiful places to see in the UK that you can holiday for years and...
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Family Hiking with the Dog
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