Home

   Log in or Register



Insurance Quotes
forums Campsite Search Comp Directory tips virtual brochure Profile
Tent and Awning Reviews Competitions Caravans and Motorhomes For Sale Shopping Diary Advent Calendar

Advertisement

Message Forums

Welcome Guest Register Login Search The Forum Posts Since Last Visit
 Reception - All Forums
   Camping under canvas -  Tent talk. Advice, info and recommendations
Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email  Printer Friendly Version Print
Subject Topic: Recommend a tent please Post Reply Post New Topic
11/5/2008 at 10:24am
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View newtonbase's Profile View Profile   Reply to newtonbase Reply   Quote newtonbase Quote  
Joined: 11/5/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   9
Tent Reviews:   1

Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

This is for campsites only for my wife and I with a little one on the way.

We want 2 bedrooms (one of them must be large) and a living area that we can eat in that has room to stand and can be opened out in good weather.

Our budget is about £200 but is flexible.

Also, where should we shop? We live in Milton Keynes.

Thanks


Don't forget to leave a review of all tents you've used, for a chance to win fantastic prizes

New! Please upload a photo of your tent to the Tent Showcase!


11/5/2008 at 10:42am
 Location: Co. Down
 Outfit: Cabanon Nadia Coleman Columbus 4 P C
View matshan's Profile View Profile   Reply to matshan Reply   Quote matshan Quote  
Joined: 18/6/2006

Platinum Member
Platinum Member

Forum Posts:   748
Tent Reviews:   1

Site Reviews Total: 3
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

Have a look at the Kestrel Also in my gallery. We have one and there is loads of space in it. One big bedroom and one small with a huge living area. Also the front zips off completely and can be moved to half way back in the tent giving you a porch area (or left off completely if you like)

Welcome to the forum by the way.



11/5/2008 at 10:48am
 Location: Leicestershire
 Outfit: Vango Diablo 900xp + Outwell Montana 6
View totalcanvasnovice's Profile View Profile   Reply to totalcanvasnovice Reply   Quote totalcanvasnovice Quote  
Joined: 09/8/2007

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   28

Site Reviews Total: 2
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

Hi

welcome to the site!!

I would go to a large camping store and have a look at whats on display - we are in Leicestershire so we go to Go Outdoors at Loughborough but that might be too far for you to go - I'm sure there will be somewhere close to you.

We have a Diablo 900 (which would be too big for you but we have 3 kids!) and also an Outwell Montana 6 (we got this as we often have problems getting sites to accept our massive Diablo) The Montana is fab and it has 2 sleeping 'rooms' and a massive living space which opens out nicely - we picked it up for £289 at Go Outdoors - it is really easy and quick to pitch, a bit over your budget but it is a very good price for that tent



11/5/2008 at 11:31am
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View newtonbase's Profile View Profile   Reply to newtonbase Reply   Quote newtonbase Quote  
Joined: 11/5/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   9
Tent Reviews:   1

Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

All the tents recommended look good but I'm leaning towards the Kestrel. I like the simple shape and the versatility of the living space. The price is right too. Can't find it any cheaper than the link provided.

Thanks for the advice.


Don't forget to leave a review of all tents you've used, for a chance to win fantastic prizes

New! Please upload a photo of your tent to the Tent Showcase!


11/5/2008 at 11:37am
 Location: Co. Down
 Outfit: Cabanon Nadia Coleman Columbus 4 P C
View matshan's Profile View Profile   Reply to matshan Reply   Quote matshan Quote  
Joined: 18/6/2006

Platinum Member
Platinum Member

Forum Posts:   748
Tent Reviews:   1

Site Reviews Total: 3
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

Bear in mind the Kestrel also comes in a 6 berth (and a 4) so have a look and see which one suits your needs best before you think of buying. Have a look here at some of my photos. It would also be a good idea to get to see some tents erected near you, that way you will get a better idea of your wants and needs.


Advertisement



11/5/2008 at 12:04pm
 Location: swansea
 Outfit: Avondale corfu sunvalley 8
View beefysmum's Profile View Profile   Reply to beefysmum Reply   Quote beefysmum Quote  
Joined: 05/8/2004

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   7363
Tent Reviews:   6

Site Reviews Total: 3
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

I recently bought the kestrel 6 after reading about it here and seeing matshans pictures. i have put a review in the tent review section at the top of the page.  Outdoor kit gave very good fast sevice, I bought online, I had a problem with the first tent arriveing damaged in transit,they sorted a replacement immediately, no hassle , would recommend them.   Also look here for more about what other owners thought of their tent.

-------------
Debbie


11/5/2008 at 1:15pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View newtonbase's Profile View Profile   Reply to newtonbase Reply   Quote newtonbase Quote  
Joined: 11/5/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   9
Tent Reviews:   1

Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

The Kestral looks like a definite then. We'll go for the biggest one for futureproofing. Your photos were helpful Matshan. Am glad you could vouch for the seller Debbie. Thanks.

Do you remember which delivery company they used? We are never in during the day so usually have to collect.


Don't forget to leave a review of all tents you've used, for a chance to win fantastic prizes

New! Please upload a photo of your tent to the Tent Showcase!


11/5/2008 at 1:21pm
 Location: swansea
 Outfit: Avondale corfu sunvalley 8
View beefysmum's Profile View Profile   Reply to beefysmum Reply   Quote beefysmum Quote  
Joined: 05/8/2004

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   7363
Tent Reviews:   6

Site Reviews Total: 3
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

They used parcelforce , why not have it delivered to your place of work instead?

-------------
Debbie


11/5/2008 at 8:57pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View newtonbase's Profile View Profile   Reply to newtonbase Reply   Quote newtonbase Quote  
Joined: 11/5/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   9
Tent Reviews:   1

Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

It's a bit tricky with work as it is a big building with too many people but Parcelforce is perfect. The Post Office they leave stuff at is 2 mins walk from my house.

cheers


11/5/2008 at 9:40pm
 Location: Powys
 Outfit: Berghaus 6 air tent.
View SGEO's Profile View Profile   Reply to SGEO Reply   Quote SGEO Quote  
Joined: 04/2/2008

Gold Member
Gold Member

Forum Posts:   290
Tent Reviews:   1

Site Reviews Total: 12
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

I would highly recommend the Coleman Darwin 5 it's in the reviews but for some reason someone's put the wrong price they a very spacious the biggest bedroom could fit in a king sized blow up bed and a small one the smallest of the 2 could also they come in easily fit in a double air bed they come in 2 sizes 5man and 7man but here's the reviews

www.ukcampsite.co.uk/tents/preview-asp?=308

 



Advertisement



13/5/2008 at 8:47pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View newtonbase's Profile View Profile   Reply to newtonbase Reply   Quote newtonbase Quote  
Joined: 11/5/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   9
Tent Reviews:   1

Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

The decision is made. Am about to order the Kestrel 6. Thanks for all the help and the warm welcome everyone.


Don't forget to leave a review of all tents you've used, for a chance to win fantastic prizes

New! Please upload a photo of your tent to the Tent Showcase!


08/6/2008 at 2:43pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View newtonbase's Profile View Profile   Reply to newtonbase Reply   Quote newtonbase Quote  
Joined: 11/5/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   9
Tent Reviews:   1

Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

I've had my 1st trip in the Kestrel 6 and it was great. A really nice, simple and versatile tent.


08/6/2008 at 2:46pm
 Location: Co. Down
 Outfit: Cabanon Nadia Coleman Columbus 4 P C
View matshan's Profile View Profile   Reply to matshan Reply   Quote matshan Quote  
Joined: 18/6/2006

Platinum Member
Platinum Member

Forum Posts:   748
Tent Reviews:   1

Site Reviews Total: 3
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

Quote: Originally posted by newtonbase on 08/6/2008
I've had my 1st trip in the Kestrel 6 and it was great. A really nice, simple and versatile tent.
Glad it all went well and you made the right decision for you.


08/6/2008 at 7:31pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: United Kingdom
View Pocoyo's Profile View Profile   Reply to Pocoyo Reply   Quote Pocoyo Quote  
Joined: 26/5/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   32

Site Reviews Total: 8
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

After buying an Aldi tent today I would recommend one of those!  There are 3 bedrooms but you can take up the partition between two of the rooms to make one bigger bedroom.  They are a really good height, lots of space and good spec...all for £80!


08/6/2008 at 7:59pm
 Location: Northampton
 Outfit: Bailey Ranger GT60 520 4
View littler's Profile View Profile   Reply to littler Reply   Quote littler Quote  
Joined: 29/7/2007

Gold Member
Gold Member

Forum Posts:   396

Site Reviews Total: 3
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

Hi we have a sunncamp cottage frame tent for sale for £150 should last for years and sleeps 6 in 2 or 3 bedrooms so you can have 1 big bedroom and 1 double and lots of living

                              cheers Bruce




In order to post a reply you will need to register, or if already registered please log in here

Prev       Next
Quick Links - All Forums - Tent talk. Advice, info and recommendations - Top of Page

Printer Friendly Version Printable version      Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email


Latest News, Discounts and Competitions  see all...














9853 Visitors online !

Free UKCampsite.co.uk Window Sticker  -  Recommend to Friend  -  Add a Missing Campsite

[Message Forums]  [Caravan Sites & Camping]  [Company Listings]  [Features / Advice]  [Virtual Brochure]  [Shop!]
[Reception]  [Competitions]  [Caravans & Motorhomes For Sale]  [Event Diary]  [Contact Us]  [Tent Reviews



Please note we are not responsible for the content of external sites & any reviews represent the author's personal view only. Please report any error here. You may view our privacy and cookie policy and terms and conditions here. All copyrights & other intellectual property rights in the design and content of this web site are reserved to the UKCampsite.co.uk © 1999 - 2024


Advertisement


Advertisement


UKCampsite.co.uk
2024 Advent Calendar


Advent Calendar

24 Daily Prizes PLUS a Christmas Day Star Prize worth £999

Request a Reminder