Wild Camping 10
Going solo
The pine trees swayed in choreographed unison, dancing to their own swishing soundtrack, driven by the invisible conductor of the breeze hitting the far edge of the forest. The occasional groan and creak came from less able members of the tall congregation, as if complaining about not being able to keep time with their neighbours. […]
Vango Banshee 200 2016 Model – Review
The Vango Banshee 200 is a well-known name in the camping communities, and I was excited to try one out for the first time when David from Outdoor World Direct offered me a chance to get my hands on one in return for a review. At the time of writing with over 15 wild camps […]
Weekend of Mourne Wild Camping
A mostly wet and windy weekend in the Mournes, but with just enough breaks in the weather for beautiful views.
Video: Newcastle Festival of Flight 2016 and Wild Camping at Drinnevar and Tollymore
We spent the day watching the 2016 Newcastle festival of flight. Followed by two nights of camping at Drinnevar and Tollymore.
Beginner’s guide to wild camping
Ah, wild camping. Waking up in the early hours of the morning to the sound of nothing but grass blowing in the breeze and a small stream trickling nearby, all while you’re still tucked up and warm in your sleeping bag. Not much can beat it, which is why hundreds, if not thousands each weekend […]
Slieve Corragh summit camp
THE AIR WAS HEAVILY SCENTED WITH THE ODOUR OF WOOD SAP AS WE RAMBLED ALONG THROUGH THE NOW FAMILIAR TOLLYMORE PATH, ALL AROUND US TIMBER HAD BEEN FALLEN, TRIMMED AND STACKED NEATLY READY TO BE TRANSPORTED TO AWAIT ITS FINAL USE. Nearing the end of April we had been rewarded with a high-pressure system of weather […]
Vango Mirage 200 Tent Review
John reviews the Vango Mirage 200 tent
Boundary wall weekend at Tollymore Forest
John recalls a windy but enjoyable weekend with Ed and Oisin around Tollymore forest
