And make sure you choose a pitch towards the top of a hill or in a spot that’s unlikely to flood should it rain.įinally, pack battery-powered lamps, head torches and fairy lights - both for necessity and to add atmosphere during the darker evenings that come with autumn.
A good quality tarpaulin on the floor will add an extra layer of protection from the cold and a raised camp bed can provide a better night’s sleep than an air mattress or sleeping bag.
Take a double-skinned tent for extra protection in wet weather and peg your tent down properly, including the guy ropes, to ensure there’s space between the layers to prevent condensation. Be sure to prepareįor those sticking to self-pitching, ensure you have the right gear for the weather and check your equipment before you go. It's important to remember, though, that some onsite shops may have reduced opening hours after the peak season, so it's always a good idea to check that all the amenities you need will be open at your chosen campsite before you book. In Yorkshire, A Place In The Pines has a safari tent and a Scandinavian cabin with a deep, bronze bathtub, while the Orchard Yurt on Lombard Farm in Cornwall has its own bubbling whirlpool bath perfect for winding down. The cooler autumn weather also makes glamping a much more appealing option, with hot tubs, outdoor baths and woodburning stoves often available keep you warm. So, if you're a keen hiker, head for a campground such as Eskdale Campsite in Boot, Cumbria or Castlerigg Farm Camping in Keswick, both of which have drying rooms for your wet weather gear should it rain. The Lake District is easily explored on foot, but there's always a risk of a few autumn showers. Start by carefully choosing your campsite: are you most motivated by adventurous activities, beautiful landscapes or state-of-the-art facilities?įor those wanting to bask in autumn's natural beauty, the New Forest’s Ornamental Drive at Rhinefield, in particular, presents a spectacularly golden display, while the woods surrounding Ullswater - England's second-largest lake - morph into a palette of rich ambers, buttery yellows and salty caramels. To learn more about how and for what purposes Amazon uses personal information (such as Amazon Store order history), please visit our Privacy Notice.Please be respectful of copyright. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie Preferences, as described in the Cookie Notice. Click ‘Customise Cookies’ to decline these cookies, make more detailed choices, or learn more. Third parties use cookies for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalised ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products.
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