So we've done 2 weekends camping with two lots of mates who are seasoned campers (whereas we went once last year with our newly acquired tent from a friend).
But i read the thread with all the tips, duly noted them all down and LO a camping expert is born! I was nonchalant about the fact my cool boxes stayed cool for 2 days, modest about having every kitchen implement that we could need etc etc.
Honestly you guys and your advice meant we had two wonderful weekends (well ok the friends made it really great) but both sets marvelled that it looked like we'd been camping for years!
So a big BIG thank you for all the advice.