Campsites may be organised or somewhere you select on the spur of the moment. But there are some considerations that need to be taken into account before you commit to a camping site.Let’s look at the basics of how to choose one.
A suitable campsite is not an off the peg item.One that suits some people and tents may not be right for you. However, there are some basics that you should be aware of before you set up your tents for the night.
A campsite can mean two different things.On an organised campsite you may have facilities like a shop, toilets, showers and even laundry facilities. If you are looking for a campsite with these type of facilities then remember the more facilities it has the more people it will attract, so if you are someone who cannot bear the tiniest noise after 10 pm, then try to steer away from the bigger sites.You may find larger sites offer entertainment or a bar, and these can get noisy at night. If you love parties and loud noise, then this type of campsite will suit you, but if you don’t then don’t book into one like this, since you will probably be irritated by the noise.
The second type of campsite that you will come across is a site that you choose to pitch your camping tents, which is not an organised campsite.This could be in a field belonging to a farmer or a piece of wide open land. If it is in a field, get the owners permission.Never assume you can pitch your tent there – some farmers don’t allow camping and get irate at people who make assumptions.
If you are in the middle of nowhere then it may be quiet but you need to think about accessing water to boil for drinks or washing. If you have supplies of bottled water then fine, but do consider water.You also need to consider toileting.A nearby pub is useful but don’t forget toilet facilities!
Don’t pitch tent in a valley due to the flooding risk.You also should avoid sites adjacent to water (eg rivers lakes and canals) as there will be insects and maybe even rats.
Considering these factors can be the key to a comfortable successful camp, so choose what’s best for your particular needs.
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