Eco-Friendly Camping
The National Trust Collection by Vango
Camping is unbeatable. Whether you’re looking for a tranquil escape, space to have fun with the family, or seeking a weekend break from work, sleeping under the stars has it all! And now, thanks to an exciting new collaboration between Vango and the National Trust, you can camp outdoors in gear you know is kinder to the planet.
The coming together of Vango (the UK’s leading camping brand), and the National Trust, (Europe’s largest conservation charity), to create a recycled plastic camping collection is big news! The exciting new range, launching exclusively at GO Outdoors this year, includes eco-friendly tents and sleeping bags manufactured from recycled materials. Check out this video showcasing the new eco-friendly collection.
Camping with Nature in Mind
Vango have always been passionate about protecting the great outdoors. The tents and camping gear offer trusted Vango performance. The new collection of sustainable tents and sleeping bags created in collaboration with the National Trust uses a new Sentinel Eco™ fabric which incorporates recycled PET plastic bottles salvaged from waterways, streets and landfill. The sleeping bags use a fully recycled filling, again made from used plastic bottles that are reprocessed and transformed into a polyester fill.
Vango are also known for recycling or refurbishing to extend the life of products and components. This sustainable collection keeps the environment at the forefront, recycling some of the plastic bottle waste we see impacting our planet into quality camping products. What’s more, the tents and sleeping bags are patterned with a striking oak leaf repeat print which is inspired by the pattern carved into the first property the National Trust took into its care in 1896, Alfriston Clergy in East Sussex. To this day the oak leaf is an instantly recognisable motif of the charity, and is guaranteed to turn heads at the campsite.
The Sustainable Family
Through sales of the collection, Vango will contribute a minimum of £20,000 to help the National Trust look after nature, beauty and history for everyone, for ever. The range includes four tents and two eco-fill sleeping bags. Let’s take a peek…
Devon 300 Tent
Made using 69 recycled plastic bottles, the Devon is an easy-to-pitch weekend tent with generous headroom and space to sleep three people. Nightfall darkened bedrooms help to reduce early morning light and all fabrics have been fully wind and rain tested for peace of mind. Pitched in around 10 minutes, this eco-friendly tent is a great option for couples, small families and cyclists.
Cumbria 500 Family Tent
Made using 181 recycled plastic bottles, the Cumbria 500 is a spacious and stable tunnel tent with pre-attached extension to provide shelter come rain or shine. With space to sleep up to five, this tent includes a sewn-in groundsheet to seal out bugs, rain and draughts. Enjoy a great night’s sleep in the Queen-sized bedrooms, which use Nightfall darkened fabric to help to reduce early morning light.
Antrim Air 600XL Inflatable Tent
The Antrim Air 600XL has it all! This large, luxurious air tent combines impressive family living spaces within a recycled fabric design that can be pitched in just 10 minutes, thanks to the innovative air beam system. Made using 301 plastic bottles, the Antrim Air 600XL Air Tent has a double living area, generous head height achieved by the pre-angled tunnel beam design, and an integrated front extension. Queen-sized bedrooms with Nightfall darkened fabric offers the perfect place to rest and re-energise after an exciting day exploring the Great Outdoors.
Brecon 600XL Family Tent
A guaranteed favourite for long family camping trips, the Brecon 600XL has a generous living area with pre-attached awning to maximise space for socialising, relaxing or dining. Made using 302 recycled plastic bottles, this luxurious 6-person tent has large Diamond Clear Windows and AirZone ventilation throughout, creating a light and comfortable space inside. The high quality recycled fabrics and Tension Band System (TBS® II) keep the tent stable in wet and windy conditions. Enjoy a great night’s sleep in the Queen-sized bedrooms which use Nightfall darkened fabric to reduce early morning light.
Eco-Friendly Sleeping Bags
Alongside Vango’s sustainable tent range, the team has created three eco-friendly sleeping bags: Gwent Single, Gwent Double and Surrey Single. 26 recycled plastic bottles are used in the single sleeping bags, and 56 in the Gwent Double. These fully featured sleeping bags have 100% recycled fill insulation and do not compromise on performance. Sleep soundly knowing you’re wrapped in a product that is kinder to the outdoor spaces you enjoy.
