Packed with useful family-friendly information on where to camp in the UK and the kit to use, plus no-nonsense advice on how to get the most from the camping experience.

You’ll find loads of tips to give you the confidence to go camping this weekend, including where to buy your first tent, the different styles of tent and which one is best for you and even where you can have a ‘taster’ session to try before you buy.

Also listed are 70 of the best family-friendly sites in the UK, ranging from sites run by organisations such as The Caravan Club, to quaint rural sites.

A useful cost calculator gives you advice on what you are likely to pay for key items and puts together three complete camping outfits for you to compare.

On the practical end of the scale there’s advice on BBQ’s, campsite cookery, tent maintenance and repairs plus a list of essential accessories. And to inspire you, there are stories of great camping trips to Devon and music Festivals.