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Welcome to the Beard in the Wild blog — your go-to hub for wild camping stories, tips, and adventures across the UK. Here you'll find firsthand accounts of bivvy nights in forgotten woodlands, cliff-top hammock camps, and spontaneous weekends under the stars. Whether you're curious about your first solo camp or chasing new locations to explore, these posts are built to inspire, inform, and keep it real.
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Wild Camping UK by Kayak – Medway Canoe Trail Adventure
I picked up a free kayak on Facebook and took it wild camping down the Medway Canoe Trail. Here’s how that 29km riverside journey unfolded.
The Best Wild Camping Spot on the River Thames
One of the best wild camps I’ve done—right beside the River Thames. Peaceful, scenic, and surprisingly remote. Here’s how it unfolded.
Wild Camping UK with Night Vision Goggles and Wildlife
A return to the Phoxx 2, woodland wildlife, and a night vision first. Spot foxes, fail at bread, and fall in love with wild camping all over again.