Casual Camping Podcast

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When Does A Campfire Become A Bonfire?

2026-11-0641:06

Send us your Mediocre 5 Star Review This week, Ade and Tim tackle a surprisingly controversial camping question: when does a campfire stop being a campfire and become a bonfire? What starts as a simple discussion about fire size quickly turns into a debate about purpose, atmosphere, cooking, safety, and whether bigger really means better. Along the way they share stories of memorable fires, questionable decisions, and the kind of outdoor experiences that only happen when flames, good company,...

Essentials: More Than Just a Camping Mug

2026-10-3040:59

Send us your Mediocre 5 Star Review Welcome to the first episode in a brand new Essentials series, where Ade and Tim take a closer look at the pieces of kit that earn a permanent place in camp. The series begins with one of the most used and often overlooked items in any camper's setup: the camping mug. From enamel classics and budget buys to trusted favourites that have survived years of adventures, Ade and Tim explore their own camping mug histories and the journeys that led them to the mug...

£150. One Choice. No Regrets.

2026-10-2340:42

Send us your Mediocre 5 Star Review For their 150th episode, Ade and Tim have set each other a challenge. They have been given a virtual £150 to spend on camping gear. There is just one catch: the entire budget must be spent on a single item. No splitting the money. No sensible combinations. One purchase. £150. Final answer. After carefully considering their options, both have arrived at their chosen item and must now defend their decision under the scrutiny of the other. Was the money spent ...

The Films That Sent Us Outdoors

2026-10-1639:59

Send us your Mediocre 5 Star Review Before we lit campfires, pitched tents or headed off on adventures of our own, many of us were inspired by somebody else's. This week, Tim and Ade discuss the films and programmes that fuelled their love of the outdoors. From epic adventures and wild landscapes to memorable camping scenes, they reflect on the stories that made them want to leave the sofa behind and head outside. As the nights draw in and darkness arrives earlier, the conversation also turns...

One Hemisphere Packs Away, The Other Wakes Up

2026-10-0940:47

Send us your Mediocre 5 Star Review As the seasons shift, so do our camping habits. This week, Tim and Ade discuss what the arrival of autumn means for campers across the Northern Hemisphere. With colder nights drawing in and hot tent season just around the corner, it’s time to think about how your setup, gear and camping plans might need to adapt for the months ahead. At the same time, our listeners in the Southern Hemisphere are heading in the opposite direction. While many campers in the ...

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