Camping & Glamping Blogs, Competitions and Reviews from Cool Camping

10 Campsites in France with Easter Availability

Enjoy some spring fun in the French sun with this selection of stand out campsites, all with availability over the Easter bank holiday weekend.

Amber's Bell Tent Camping opens brand new 2019 locations

Four new countryside sites across Britain are set to join the esteemed bell tent glamping collection.

The whole place to yourself: 8 exclusive glamping sites in France

Enjoy the ultimate glamping privacy at this collection of secluded sites in France, where you'll have acres of space all to yourself.

Camping recycling group pledges support to Scottish Mountain Rescue

The Glasgow-based 'Camping Recycled' group has announced its support for the Scottish Mountain Rescue service.

10 Amazing Campsites on France’s West Coast

Wade in the Atlantic surf and kick back on the sand at these seaside campsites on France's western coast.

Camping for beginners: How to go camping for the first time

If you’ve decided to go camping for the first time, but don’t know where to start, we’ve put together a step-by-step guide to camping for beginners that should help you get started…

10 Things I wish I knew before my first camping trip

As both a camping enthusiast and the owner of a pop-up campsite, Amy Woodland has had plenty of camping experience. Here she shares a few tips on camping for beginners…

Cool Camping Receives Feefo Gold Trusted Service Award 2019

Following success in 2018, Cool Camping has won the Feefo Gold Service award for the second year in a row.

10% Off Huttopia Campsites in France – Early Bird Discount

We've teamed up with 10 campsites in 10 locations to give 10% off all bookings placed before the 10th February – just use our exclusive discount code: EARLYBIRDCC10

Is this the longest caravan convoy ever?

What do you get when you put 15 caravans in a row and tow them with a single vehicle? The latest Ford Advert.

Camping in 2019 – Travel Trends for the New Year

We’ve been studying recent travel trends to put together our very own list of predictions for what’s going to make the coolest camping in 2019.

Wild Camping in England: Where to go

Wild camping in England is illegal without a landowner’s permission but, if your heart is set, there are a couple of places where you can get away with it…

How to go wild camping – and get away with it

Wild camping may be illegal in England, Wales and Ireland but, while we would never encourage law-breaking behaviour, we’ve got the lowdown on the loopholes and locations that you should look out for in your hunt for the perfect wild camping spot.

Wild Camping in Scotland: Where to go

The right to wild camp on areas of unenclosed land is enshrined in Scottish Law thanks to the Land Reform Act (2003); we take a look at where's best to pitch on your next Scottish wild camping trip.

Wild Camping in Wales: Where to go

Mountains, moors, waterfalls, streams and a stunning coastline mean Wales is full of tempting destinations for wild camping. Here's where to go and how to stay on the right side of the law while doing it.

Shhh... Secret Wild Camping Locations in the UK

Looking for somewhere to go wild camping? Take a look at our list of the best wild camping spots in the UK where you can pitch up and pack out without getting into trouble.

Fresh Air Living Index: The Best Countries for Outdoor Enthusiasts to Live

For us, getting outdoors isn't just about short weekend camping holidays, it's about being outdoors, living outdoors and embracing nature to the full 365 days of the year. To help you enjoy the best year-round outdoor experience, we've put together our brand new Fresh Air Living Index, ranking the best places in the world for outdoor enthusiasts.

Win £50 of gift vouchers when you book with Cool Camping

Every single month, we'll be drawing a brand new prize winner from all of our customers and we'll send them £50 of Cool Camping Gift Vouchers.

Camping Gifts: 15 Christmas Gift Ideas for Happy Campers

Looking for a Christmas gift for a camper or a stocking filler for a fan of the great outdoors? Look no further than our list of 15 Christmas camping present ideas…

5 Incredible Family Campsites That Become Ski Resorts in Winter

From family resorts in the Pyrénées to Europe's biggest ski area in the French Alps, we take a look at five winter campsites in prime locations for the ski and snowboard season.

Bear Grylls releases new 'outdoor tech' range

From ready-for-action HD video eyewear to portable charging power banks, adventurer and outdoorsman Bear Grylls is launching a range of new 'outdoors tech' for explorers.

Win a weekend of adventure at Kendal Mountain Festival

We’ve teamed up with Kendal Mountain Festival and Park Cliffe campsite to give away an inspiring weekend of adventure in the Lake District National Park from 16th–18th November.

Win a one million pound glamping site in the Forest of Dean

Renowned Forest of Dean glamping site, The Dome Garden is giving away ownership of the entire one-million-pound glamping site in a competition costing just £10 to enter.

Land Rover Explore Phone – Product Review

The new mobile phone designed for wild camping & adventure: We take a look under the bonnet of the brand new and bomb proof Land Rover Explore smart phone...

Tent Buying Guide – Family Camping

We talk to camping equipment experts Blacks, as they help us put together the essential buying guide for your very first family tent.

WIN over £1,000-worth of family camping equipment

We've teamed up with Blacks.co.uk to giveaway an incredible family camping bundle – including a family tent and four top of the range sleeping bags. Walk away with this bumper prize worth over £1,300!

10 incredible campsites to watch the sunrise and sunset

There are few better ways to make the most of the summer sun than a night under canvas. For the best sunrise and sunset views, try this handful of exceptional camping finds...

Subscribe to win the tent of your dreams from FieldCandy

One of these amazing designs is up for grabs if you subscribe (or re-subscribe) to our newsletter!

10 of the Best Beaches in South Devon

From the oddly named shingle beach at Slapton Sands to hidden coves and secret bays that only appear when the tide is out, we pick our top 10 beaches in South Devon.

WIN £100 of Blacks Vouchers When You Leave a Review

Write a review on coolcamping.com for your chance to win £100 to spend with Blacks – with a new winner drawn every single month.