Family camping equipment to make your campsite better

Ready to upgrade your family camping game? Discover smart, space-saving gear that makes your campsite more comfortable, adventurous, and connected. From modular tents to sun-powered gadgets and cozy evening comforts.

When the sun’s high and the days are long, it's time to go big with the camping adventures. Do it now, this weekend, don't put it off.

Family camping isn't just about where you pitch up—it's about how you live once you're there. At Alpkit, our approach to family camping equipment blends lightweight design with thoughtful functionality, making it easier than ever to pack up, spread out, and enjoy every moment.

Your base for adventure

Whether your campsite is in a forest glade or nestled in the dunes along the coast, the right tent makes a difference. Here are three of our favourites, have a read and decide which best fits your families needs.

The Nocturne Tent comes in a compact package so takes up less space in your car, but when erect gives your family room to breathe. A bit like your lightweight geodesic tent on steroids. The central communal space can be opened up, with the door providing a shady shelter for your breakfast. When you want a bit of personal space you will appreciate the 2 internal sleeping compartments, separated as far as they can be.

If you are looking for a different camping experience the Roundhouse Cotton Bell Tent will tickle your itch. Tired of that weird light you get inside of a regular nylon or polyester tent, this will be like a breathe of fresh air?, it is astonishing how soft and natural the light is, even on a gloomy day. That light will have a energising impact on your crews mood. A separate bedroom compartment can divide up the space, providing privacy and a snug sleeping compartment.

And finally, if you like the idea of camping but you are not a ground hog we have you covered. With our roof-mounted Lookout Tent you can pitch your tent on your car! It makes a lot of sense really. Always there ready to go, store your bedding inside it and save space for people and pets in your car. it is away from bugs and commands the best views in the campsite.

Comfort without compromise

If you are planning your first family camping trip away you are in for a treat. There is a lot to learn, campsite comfort is earned but the good news is that it starts with the basics. Visualise how you want your trip to enfold and plan to make it happen with some intelligent kit choices.

Sink into the Bask Chair after the long drive while your crew get busy with yanking everything out of the car and setting up camp. Grab something chilled and rest it on your sturdy yet compact Vagabond Table — perfect for everything from chilled lemonade, morning brews to evening card games. The weekend has started.

The shout comes, "I can't get the pegs in!". You have been expecting it. No stress as you grab the Drub Mallet, your trusty compact, dependable companion for driving home pegs and knocking together a camp with ease. Hero status affirmed and approving nods from fellow campers who recognise a pro at work.

When the midday sun gets intense, unfurl the Helio Tarp for instant shade and shelter, creating a modular extension to your space without compromising that open-air vibe. Avoid expensive last minute purchases by packing your Lifejacket SPF 30 Gel and ensure the whole family is sun-safe without fuss.

Gadgets, they follow us everywhere and constantly demand our attention. Feed me feed me they cry as their energy levels wain. Like a nest of hungry chicks they expect feeding. But what do you do if you are off grid? Use the power of the sun of course. Flip open the Flare Solar Panel and keep your power packs on charge for when they are needed. No more trips to add your devices to the snakepit of devices charging in the public loos.

Getting hot now? Take a swig of chilled water from your Refresher 1000 insulated bottle and remember to keep your Kamel Water Carrier topped up to keep everyone cool and hydrated through sun-drenched afternoons.

Practical gear that packs a punch

Everything you need, and nothing you don’t. That’s our packing mantra and the more you camp the better you get at it, unless of course you are a teenager, in which case you can look forward to multiple trips of making the same mistakes. But us parents can just bite our tongues and scoff our healthy salads from our Tiffin 1900 lunchboxes with our Bamboo Cutlery Roll, bringing a smug touch of home comfort to al fresco meals.

Come the evening it's time to switch gear. Fire up the Tyndall Lantern and cast a soft glow over evening stories or late-night snacks. Smudge on the Smidge Repellent to keep biting bugs at bay, and sense rain in the air? Keep your Rain Shadow Umbrella tucked just inside your tent door for fuss free dashes to the WC.

Wind down, Warm up

After a day of hiking, biking, running, swimming or climbing, it's the simple comforts we appreciate most. The Manana Quilt and Drift Pillow transform your tent into a cozy den where everyone can relax before they are ready to get in their sleeping bags and crash out in comfort—ready to do it all again tomorrow.

Make space for what matters

Every product in our camping range is designed to be packed in your car without crowding out the kids. That means more time spent adventuring, less time wrestling with logistics. It also means you’re not just camping—you’re building a lifestyle that grows with you. One tarp, one tent, one firelit night at a time.

So go big this summer. Stretch out, breathe deep, and bring the family back to what matters most: nature, connection, and the joy of living simply—together.