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Bob61

07/4/2014 at 1:27pm
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Quote: Originally posted by hollyhock on 07/4/2014Thanks for all the tips everyone.
Right - the greenhouse heater isn't working. I found a heater for £13.50 on Go Outdoors, the reviews look good and thank to Bob61's post I have now learnt that there are limits to camping electrics. And to add a tray to the camping pile in the lounge for it to safely sit on.

If this is the heater you are thinking about it is not a fan heater and works by convection and is only 800 watt maximum. It may not be enough. Quartz Heater However, I note that the reviews say it is very good. It will certainly be quiet and will give out light as well.

This is the heater I was referring to Fan Heater

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Frazzle-

07/4/2014 at 4:17pm
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We are hoping to go away in a few days - Camping that is. I am planning for us not to have electric but anyway we don't have a heater.

I am hoping that PJ's, sleeping bags with a foam mat under will be enough. If we need more can put blanket over children 1 & 2 and have 3 in with us (usually has a gro-bag so may put him in a baby sleeping bag).

Have hats as a standby and put your underwear and t-shirt in the bottom of your sleeping bag before you get dressed (to warm them up). OR put your sweatshirt in to warm up before adding, coat and waterproof and running out as you really really need a wee.

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07/4/2014 at 9:31pm
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Electric blankets have revolutionised camping at this time of the year for us.

Went last weekend - went to bed with thin fleece jacket - had to take layers off as too hot. We had footprint, tent footprint, sleeping compartment base, SIM, elec blanket & fitted sheet. Then double Argos sleeping bag opened as a duvet. Admittedly it was much warmer last weekend than other Easters we've been.

We also took an oil radiator - not nearly as effective when sat in the tent early in the morning, but I was happy to leave it on overnight which I wouldn't have done with the halogen heater.

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Glamper Wendy

07/4/2014 at 9:45pm
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we put the interlocking foam mats under our airbed for insulation..works realy well.Fan heater is a must when its cold.

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hollyhock

07/4/2014 at 10:04pm
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I picked up the convector heater today, (the one in Bob's link) it is really good - I've got it on at the moment and can feel the heat from 6' away. I was going to buy the Argos fan heater until I saw this one (I think the stupid cat has just singed her whiskars trying to sniff it)

I think we'll also take the oil rad to heat the bedroom area before bed if it's very cold before bed. Hubby was also expecting me to pick up a fan heater, but thinks this one should be okay and was surprised how warm it was for an 800w.

I also bought 2 camp beds and 3 self inflating mats. Tested in the lounge after tea, very comfy. Was difficult not staying right there snuggled up for the night.

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07/4/2014 at 11:09pm
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For me personally:

* Cotton canvas tent with a zipped in groundsheet
* EHU
* Fan heater
* Camp bed + SIM on top
* All season duvet
* Plenty of layers, including spares just in case they are needed
* Wear a hat to bed
* Liquid fuel stove as butane can be ineffective at low temperature

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08/4/2014 at 6:27am
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1500w fan heater... oscillating/tip-over switch/overheat protection etc.
Camp bed, SIM and "5 season" fleece lined fisherman's sleeping bag.
Hot drinks, cup-soups, chocolate and Aldi's "Baileys".
Heat Holder socks and thermals
Wooly hat/scarf/fleece jacket, fleece blanket.

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spiritburner

08/4/2014 at 9:18am
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Reindeer skin & an insulated mug.

& a shovel in case the snow's a bit deep.

hollyhock

08/4/2014 at 11:30am
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Mucker that is an awesome photo thanks for sharing!

Spiritburner I would say from that photo that an insulated mug was a definate must

I hope you were wearing a vest

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08/4/2014 at 11:31am
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Sorry but i am a bit confused are these safe enough with kids about here.

Previously when i looked on the forum i always thought the fan heater would be the better option.trying to get my partner to invest in one like this thought be best for young `un but not so sure now.

Plus i want to go camping most of the year(when we get a car,that is :) )and she says it`s too cold so it is a bit of a sticking point.

quilly101

08/4/2014 at 1:01pm
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We use this in the colder months, very efficient heater and warms up very quickly, it is expensive, but worth the money!
This One

Uses less than 7 Amps, leaves plenty amps to plug the wife's all night lecky blanket in.

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