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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 Luxury: KingCamp Khan C 500 Bell Tent Review
Wild camping with luxury: I tested the massive KingCamp Khan C 500 on the UK’s summer solstice. Here’s what went right — and wrong.
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.
Testing a Cheap Amazon Tent in Wild Camping UK Conditions
I tested a £50 tent from Amazon on a real wild camp. Here's how it performed in the woods, from setup to sleep quality. Spoiler: it wasn't great.
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.
10 Wild Camping Tips for Beginners
New to wild camping? Here are 10 tips I wish I knew before my first trip — from tents and tarpology to staying warm and leaving no trace.
Spacious & Comfy: My OneTigris Stella Wild Camp Review
Spacious, easy to pitch, and perfect for spring to autumn wild camping—the OneTigris Stella delivers comfort in the woods with just a few trade-offs.
Wild Camping UK: My Tent Journey from Freebie to £1,000 Hilleberg
From a free Facebook find to the Hilleberg Soulo, this wild camping tent evolution shows how gear upgrades impact comfort and performance.
Wild Camping Kinder Scout – My First Winter Adventure
My first winter wild camp on Kinder Scout with the Hilleberg Soulo. Lessons, views, and the best kit for cold-weather camping in the UK.
OneTigris Stella Camping Tent Review: Wild UK Test
A full test of the OneTigris Stella four-season tent while wild camping on the North Downs Way. How did it perform?
How Wild Camping Boosted My Mental Health
How wild camping in the UK helped me overcome stress, gain clarity, and rebuild my mental health — one campfire at a time.
Wild Camping UK: A Real Beginner's Guide (2025 Edition)
Just getting started with wild camping in the UK? Here’s my complete beginner’s guide based on six months of trial, error, and unforgettable nights under the stars.