However, what nobody told us was the vast array of gadgets and extras you might need for just a 3 night stay.
So over the coming weeks we'd love to hear from those following the blog with suggestions for essential equipment. Then we can share how useful or not these items were.
As ever, where we share product links, we might be receiving some commission should you choose to buy or book. Just wanted to be up front about that. Though we will always be honest and open about the products we buy and use or the places we stay. Any items or bookings we are sent or given by companies will also be highlighted.
So our first purchase has been a second hand tent, pictures to follow once we get it erected. This was closely followed by some inflatable sleeping mats, we've gone for a budget model at £30 each but first impressions have been good, easy to inflate and much better than sleeping on the hard ground. We will report on the first trial sleep out over Easter.