I'm thinking of buying a bell tent ready for camping next year. I've always loved the look of them, but also need something easy to put up by myself, and I also like the "open plan" feel to them as I get a bit claustrophobic in some tents.
There's me and 2 children, so ideally want space for 1 double and 2 single air beds and general paraphernalia. Would a 5m be big enough?
Also, do I go for canvas or a lighter fabric? I prefer the idea of the traditional canvas but would I struggle with the weight of it, putting it up and getting it back in the car afterwards ( particularly if it's wet)? We are very much fair weather campers, so more likely to worry about being too hot rather than too cold!