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: Help finding the right tent Post Reply Post New Topic
22/7/2008 at 12:15pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View daved2424's Profile View Profile   Reply to daved2424 Reply   Quote daved2424 Quote  
Joined: 22/7/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   6

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 wonder if anyone can help me. I am looking for a 4 or 6 berth tent that has two separate sleeping compartments plus a lobby area that is rated as 2/3 seasons. I am looking for too much in one tent?

Many thanks for any help in advance.


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!


22/7/2008 at 12:39pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View daved2424's Profile View Profile   Reply to daved2424 Reply   Quote daved2424 Quote  
Joined: 22/7/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   6

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

Just a little bit more info:

This is the kind of thing I am after, just a little wider to be able to accommodate 4 people.

http://www.robens.de/TentMeasure.aspx?b=Robens&bid=1&lid=1&l=en-GB&catID=78&TentId=180&pid=1


22/7/2008 at 1:36pm
 Location: Lancashire
 Outfit: Outwell Carolina S
View natsandjasper's Profile View Profile   Reply to natsandjasper Reply   Quote natsandjasper Quote  
Joined: 21/7/2008

Gold Member
Gold Member

Forum Posts:   252
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

If you are interested I have a never-been-used Outwell Arizona XL for sale on eBay at the moment - its listed as Collection only, but I don't mind arranging courier if necessary.  I bought it boxed and its only been put up once, and that was in the back garden on a mild day! Here it is.

It has a single inner tent that is split into two compartments and a very large (standing height) porch on the front.  I'm not sure about the 'season' rating, but it has a HH of 3,000.  The inner tent has a SIG.  The living area also has a groundsheet but it isn't sewn in.

It seems an excellent quality tent, its just a bit too big for me and the dog!  Will comfortably sleep 4 adults with room for stuff. 

The two sleeping areas are right next to each other though (i.e. separated by just one layer of fabric).  If you are looking for completely separate sleeping pods you might need to consider something like the Vango Diablo - you'll find reviews here

Hopefully I'm not breaking any rules by posting this - but please be assured that if you aren't interested in my tent I won't be offended  



22/7/2008 at 1:40pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View suns's Profile View Profile   Reply to suns Reply   Quote suns Quote  
Joined: 14/8/2003

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   4592

Site Reviews Total: 13
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 1  
Site Reviews 2021: 1  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 3
Site Nights 2021: 3
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

Sorry tried to copy and past your link but having no luck.Have you been round your local camping shops to have a good look?How do you mean lobby? as in a porch to cook in or as in living room.Welcome to the site


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!


22/7/2008 at 1:57pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View daved2424's Profile View Profile   Reply to daved2424 Reply   Quote daved2424 Quote  
Joined: 22/7/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   6

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

Yes, a porch to cook in, but a living room would be equally as good.

Here is another link to the tent, its a Robens Voyager 3:
http://www.simplyhike.co.uk/ProductDetails.aspx?StockID=45794


Advertisement



23/7/2008 at 12:19am
 Location: Coventry
 Outfit: Cabanon Elody & Julie & Combicamp
View JK98's Profile View Profile   Reply to JK98 Reply   Quote JK98 Quote  
Joined: 03/9/2004

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   4108

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 Daved & welcome to the forum

That Robens Voyager looks a beauty, but like you say, you need a bigger one to fit four people in. Most manufacturers are a bit liberal with their idea of how many persons will fit into a tent - if you want a tent for four, then I'd suggest that you go for a five-six berth.

Did you particularly want a low tent, or would you prefer a tent with full standing height?



-------------
Jean


23/7/2008 at 10:07am
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View daved2424's Profile View Profile   Reply to daved2424 Reply   Quote daved2424 Quote  
Joined: 22/7/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   6

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

Ideally I would prefer a low tent as it is for use in Iceland in summer. I have been camping in Iceland before and generally in the summer the weather is similar to weather in Wales in the Autumn, however there can be the odd strong wind. If there is a tent that is standing height that with-stand the odd bit of gusty weather then that would do equally as well.


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!


23/7/2008 at 4:43pm
 Location: liverpool
 Outfit: 2011 FORD FOCUS 1.6TDCI TIT
View julian02's Profile View Profile   Reply to julian02 Reply   Quote julian02 Quote  
Joined: 16/3/2005

Platinum Member
Platinum Member

Forum Posts:   509

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 this is a good buy great piece of kit.take a look

http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-5232-2978-1/1?AID=9479574&PID=1428744&mpre=http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll%3FViewItem&rd=1%26item%3D290245948032&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=019



23/7/2008 at 4:48pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View daved2424's Profile View Profile   Reply to daved2424 Reply   Quote daved2424 Quote  
Joined: 22/7/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   6

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

That's a bit of a dodgy link. What's with the rover bit? My company filter won't let me look at it and at home ebay say it's an invalid item.


23/7/2008 at 5:12pm
 Location: Co.Antrim
 Outfit: gelert skydome6 wild country halo 73
View irishmum's Profile View Profile   Reply to irishmum Reply   Quote irishmum Quote  
Joined: 25/4/2007

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   40

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

Hi,

What about this tent http://www.outdoorworld.co.uk/khyam-sherpa-4-tent-p-123.html?currency=GBP . It is low although it would give you some living room for the evenings.

Jo



Advertisement



23/7/2008 at 5:35pm
 Location: Somerset
 Outfit: Raclet Astor 300 & something new
View mumshadenough's Profile View Profile   Reply to mumshadenough Reply   Quote mumshadenough Quote  
Joined: 05/8/2007

Platinum Member
Platinum Member

Forum Posts:   1125
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

How about this one

http://www.yeomansoutdoors.co.uk/products.asp?partno=536174

Plenty of head room and good all weather ability (see my profile) we have the Indy 8

Emma



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!


23/7/2008 at 7:52pm
 Location: A quiet pitch with a lovely view
 Outfit: Cabanon Noumea
View Merry's Profile View Profile   Reply to Merry Reply   Quote Merry Quote  
Joined: 20/5/2004

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   6449
Tent Reviews:   4

Site Reviews Total: 16
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 have looked at the Wild Country Venturi 4 http://www.norwich-camping.co.uk/product_details/Wild_Country_Venturi_4/3760.html a couple of times at tent shows. It is a really top quality tent, way more impressive than it looks in any photos I can find on the internet. £300 for it at Norwich Camping is an excellent price too.

The Wild Country Family Khamsin is also very well thought of http://www.terra-nova.co.uk/Brand/Wild_Country/Tents/Family_Khamsin_Green.html  . Slightly bigger, £320 at Norwich Camping. MT



-------------
Tackling life the Western District way


23/7/2008 at 8:01pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View daved2424's Profile View Profile   Reply to daved2424 Reply   Quote daved2424 Quote  
Joined: 22/7/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   6

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

They are both EXACTLY what I am after, shame they are quite expensive though...


23/7/2008 at 8:44pm
 Location: Lincolnshire
 Outfit: Outwell Bear Lake 4 & Sunncamp Evo 400
View KevRayner's Profile View Profile   Reply to KevRayner Reply   Quote KevRayner Quote  
Joined: 28/8/2007

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   88
Tent Reviews:   2

Site Reviews Total: 5
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

David

Have a look at the Sunncamp Evo 400 or 600. SIG 2 bedrooms, but with removable divider. Full head height, but very stable in strong winds. The living area is suitable to get table & 3/4 chairs in & a cooker. I believe they also do an extended 600 as well now.

400 retails for about £120 i think but i've seen them advertised for about £99, 600 is a bit more.

Kev



23/7/2008 at 10:32pm
 Location: Bristol
 Outfit: RigidomeXL Equinox350 VangoYukon400
View Peter45's Profile View Profile   Reply to Peter45 Reply   Quote Peter45 Quote  
Joined: 19/6/2008

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   57

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

http://www.springfield-camping.co.uk/Wild+Country/Family+Khamsin/p

This is a previous year's version of the larger tent Merry found going for £247.99




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...














5196 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