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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 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 I Survived a Sub-Zero Wild Camp in the UK
A brutally honest winter wild camping trip in -6°C. Full gear breakdown, tips, fails, and how I finally stayed warm in sub-zero conditions.
Wild Camping UK: My 48-Hour North Downs Adventure
A 48-hour New Year’s Eve wild camp on the North Downs Way didn’t go as planned. Here’s what I learned about cold, gear mistakes, and knowing when to call it.
Hammock Camping in Storm Bert – Wild Camping UK Challenge
Hammock camping in Storm Bert tested my wild camping skills and gear. Here's how I stayed warm, dry, and (mostly) sane during the storm.