HELP! I have just booked us 6 nights camping holiday on a small site on the noth Devon Coast. Am very excited BUT haven't been camping for 6 years and hated it last time (but then I was 7 months pg and chasing after a toddler and other dc !!) SOOO I need ot get organised to make sure we have enough to make it enjoyable rather than endurable!
We are a large family- me and DH, 6 dc (15,13,11,9, 7 and 5) and 2 dogs!!
We have an 8 man tent - TBH could do with a slightly bigger one but cant afford it this yr so will manage!
I am thinking of getting a gazebo or day tent to give us more living space - and maybe to put table and chairs under for dining - any recomendations. Have checked with site and both are OK on pitch.
Also we will have electric hook up for first time ever - so will have kettle, then maybe electric coolbox/small fridge - reccomend me one please - cheap as possible!
Also planning on getting a decathalon tarp and a wind break to set up cooking area.
Disposable BBQs..
Have 2 ring camping stove but am panicing a bit about cooking for 8 on that!! any tips??
Was considering portable toilet for night times....do I need a toilet tent to put it in...worth it or not???
Campsite is basic, but has flushing toilets and showers. Quiet with lots of space around tents for kids to play etc...
Tips please on lights...electric ones or battery or what? Am thinking head torches too....
and the dogs....ground sheet is not sewn in and the dogs like escaping under the sides (we discovered on practice run on Sat!!) was planning they would sleep in middle bit, but need a way to ensure they stay put...not enough room in the pods really...not sure they would be happy to be tethered all night...any ideas?!
so, as you can see I am panicing just a bit! BUT I am hopeful it will be great and kids will enjoy laid back atmosphere and sace and freedom...please come and tell me it will beOK!
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Panicking...camping with 6 dc and 2 dogs on basic-ish site - give me your tips!!
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bobblypop · 01/08/2013 16:57
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