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I can't help with any suitable shops but what we tend to do is research our list using the internet, so stoves for example, have a little look as to see what's available, check for any user reviews (the more the better), and whether it's in our price range, where can we order by mail from and what's the best price and bingo, order and wait excitedly for delivery!

We order most of our stuff (not just camping gear) by this method rather than physically buying from a shop; of course this is easier to do with some items, like the stove example but not so easy if it's a big purchase like a tent, where it's nice to actually see it and be in it before buying. Also, the above advice is useless if you haven't got internet access for some reason!

I hope this helps?

If you are going to Norwich you would be hard pushed to beat Norwich camping for all your bits and bobs if going to a shop is what you are after, theres nothing better than sitting in a selection of chairs and deciding whats best for you.

Gary Cross

I'm with Cross as well. Norwich Camping is a great shop and the staff very helpful.

I was looking for a large tent to use with my motorbike and one of the staff at Norwich Camping went and got one out of the stores and opened it all up so I could see the exact size.

http://www.norwichcamping.co.uk/

Quote: Originally posted by Ravelin on 22/4/2013

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There's always Busy Outdoorswhich I came across last year. It's mainly internet based but they do have a small "store" with somewhat restricted opening hours. It's just outside Aberdeen, turn off the A96 at Blackburn and then follow the road out towards Hatton of Fintry and it's off to the right a mile or two outside of Blackburn. I've been there once, for something very specific, so didn't hang around browsing.

Although I do like Tiso and Craigdon it often mystifies my why Go Outdoors or Decathlon haven't opened stores in Aberdeen. It must be one of the most poorly served population centres for that kind of store, with the nearest being Edinburgh/Glasgow in one direction and Inverness in the other.

On the other hand, I'd be poorer and the house/garage would be more cluttered if they did!

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Quote: Originally posted by Busy Outdoors on 23/4/2013

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We do exist! We do have a showroom (just enlarged)and our opening times are here:

Showroom Opening

Hope to see you soon.

Chris

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Quote: Originally posted by alfalimaindia on 25/4/2013

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Quote: Originally posted by Busy Outdoors on 23/4/2013We do exist! We do have a showroom (just enlarged)and our opening times are here:

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Showroom Opening

Hope to see you soon.

Chris

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I shall have to pop in, in the next week or two.

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Quote: Originally posted by armchaircamper on 25/4/2013

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Quote: Originally posted by alfalimaindia on 25/4/2013

Quote: Originally posted by Busy Outdoors on 23/4/2013We do exist! We do have a showroom (just enlarged)and our opening times are here:

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Showroom Opening

Hope to see you soon.

Chris

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I shall have to pop in, in the next week or two.

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Me too! Can't resist a camping shop!

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