Trusted Camping Equipment Since 1966

When it comes to choosing camping equipment, experience matters. Vango has been part of the outdoor industry since 1966, developing tents, sleeping bags, rucksacks and camping equipment designed to help people enjoy the outdoors with confidence.

From your first weekend under canvas to family camping holidays, Duke of Edinburgh expeditions and more demanding outdoor adventures, Vango offers equipment across a broad range of camping needs and experience levels.

That makes Vango a particularly useful brand for campers who want to buy the right equipment for where they are now, while having the option to progress as their camping experience grows.

Vango Camping Tents

Vango's tent range covers everything from compact tents designed for lightweight adventures through to large family tents offering generous living and sleeping space. Its current range includes Adventure & Festival Tents, Family Poled Tents, Inflatable AirBeam Tents and Technical Tents.

Whether you're heading to a festival, taking the family away for a week, backpacking through the countryside or looking for equipment for more demanding adventures, there is a Vango tent designed around the way you camp.

Vango for Beginner Campers

Simple, practical and reliable

If you're buying your first tent, choosing between hundreds of different technical specifications can be confusing.

Vango is a strong choice for new campers because its range includes practical tents that provide the essential features you need without requiring specialist outdoor knowledge.

For beginners, look for:

• Easy-to-understand tent designs

• Practical pitching systems

• Reliable waterproof protection

• Straightforward layouts

• Compact tents for weekends and festivals

• Larger family tents for longer camping trips

• Practical camping equipment to build your kit

Adventure & Festival Tents

For occasional campers, festival-goers and people trying camping for the first time, Vango's Adventure & Festival range provides a straightforward way to get outdoors.

These tents are particularly suited to:

• Festival weekends

• Short camping trips

• First camping adventures

• Couples and small groups

• Lightweight weekend use

If you're new to camping, you don't necessarily need the largest or most technical tent. A well-designed Vango entry-level tent can give you a comfortable introduction to outdoor life without overcomplicating your equipment.

Vango for Intermediate Campers

More comfort. More space. More features.

Once you've been camping a few times, your priorities often change.

You may want more space, better organisation, easier pitching and additional features that make longer trips more comfortable.

This is where Vango's wider family and inflatable tent ranges come into their own.

Family Poled Tents

Vango Family Poled Tents are a great option for campers who want:

• More internal living space

• Separate sleeping areas

• Larger communal areas

• Practical family layouts

• Traditional pole construction

• Excellent value for regular camping

Poled tents remain a popular choice because they offer a familiar pitching system and can provide excellent space-to-price ratios.

For families who camp regularly but don't necessarily need an inflatable tent, a Vango poled tent can provide an excellent balance between space, functionality and value.

Vango AirBeam – A Step Up in Convenience

For campers who have discovered that they love camping and want to make pitching easier, Vango AirBeam is one of the brand's defining technologies.

Instead of relying on conventional rigid poles for the main structure, AirBeam tents use inflatable air beams.

Vango developed its AirBeam technology as part of its ongoing focus on making camping easier and more convenient. Its AirSpeed valve system is designed to make inflation and deflation straightforward.

Why choose an AirBeam tent?

• Faster and simpler pitching

• No conventional main structural poles

• Spacious family-friendly designs

• Excellent choice for regular campers

• Available across a range of sizes and layouts

• Convenient for campers who want to spend less time pitching

AirBeam is particularly appealing to families and couples who camp regularly and want more time enjoying their campsite and less time assembling their tent.

Vango for Experienced Campers

Designed for campers who demand more

Experienced campers tend to become more selective about their equipment.

Weight, pack size, weather protection, durability, ventilation, construction and functionality can all become important considerations.

Vango's Technical Tent range is designed for more demanding outdoor use, including lightweight adventures and challenging environments. Vango's wider tent range includes everything from lightweight one-person hiking tents through to large family AirBeam models.

For experienced campers, consider:

• Lightweight technical tents

• Compact pack sizes

• Robust construction

• Weather protection

• Technical materials

• Efficient tent layouts

• Equipment designed around specific outdoor activities

Built for adventure

Vango's outdoor heritage extends beyond recreational family camping. The company highlights its involvement in historic expeditions, including the first successful British ascent of the South West Face of Everest.

That heritage helps demonstrate that Vango isn't simply a brand focused on occasional campsite holidays. Its product portfolio extends into equipment for hikers, expedition users and serious outdoor enthusiasts.

A Vango Tent for Every Camper

One of the biggest advantages of the Vango range is the breadth of choice.

🏕️ First-Time Camper

Look at: Adventure & Festival Tents

Ideal if you're:

• New to camping

• Going to festivals

• Camping occasionally

• Looking for straightforward equipment

Priority: Simplicity and value.

⛺ Regular Camper

Look at: Family Poled Tents

Ideal if you're:

• Camping several times a year

• Travelling with family

• Looking for more living space

• Happy using a traditional pole system

Priority: Space, comfort and practicality.

💨 Comfort-Focused Camper

Look at: AirBeam Tents

Ideal if you're:

• Camping regularly

• Looking for easier pitching

• Travelling with family

• Wanting more comfort at the campsite

Priority: Convenience, space and pitching simplicity.

🥾 Experienced Camper

Look at: Technical Tents

Ideal if you're:

• Backpacking

• Hiking

• Wild camping

• Looking for lighter equipment

• Camping in more demanding conditions

Priority: Weight, performance and technical construction.

Designed for British Camping

Camping in the UK means being prepared for changing weather.

Rain, wind, cool evenings and damp conditions can all be part of the experience.

Vango's tents are designed with waterproof protection and outdoor performance in mind, while the company's support information explains the importance of factors such as fabric construction, waterproof coatings, seam taping and ventilation.

It's also worth remembering that water inside a tent isn't always a leak. Condensation can occur when warm, humid air meets cooler tent surfaces, particularly during colder or wet weather. Vango recommends good ventilation, keeping wet items outside where possible and avoiding cooking inside the tent.

Understanding these factors helps you get the best performance from your Vango tent.

More Than Just Tents

Vango's expertise extends well beyond tents.

Its camping range includes products such as:

• Sleeping bags

• Sleeping mats

• Rucksacks

• Camping furniture

• Cooking equipment

• Camping accessories

• Awnings

• Caravan equipment

• Outdoor essentials

Vango also offers equipment recommended through the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, with products covering tents, rucksacks, sleeping equipment and essential expedition kit.

This makes Vango a brand you can build around as your outdoor experience develops.

Innovation That Makes Camping Easier

Vango has a long history of developing new camping technologies.

Its AirBeam system is perhaps the best-known example, but innovation across the range is focused on making outdoor equipment more practical, comfortable and usable.

The company describes its history as one of ongoing innovation, including inflatable tent technology and lightweight outdoor equipment.

For campers, that innovation matters when it solves a real problem:

Less time pitching.
Less unnecessary weight.
More usable space.
More comfort.
More time outdoors.

Built to Be Used Again and Again

Buying camping equipment isn't just about the first trip.

A good tent should become part of your outdoor kit for years to come.

Vango states that its camping equipment is designed to last and be reused over many years, while also incorporating sustainability initiatives such as recycled-material fabrics within its Earth Collection.

Looking after your tent properly is equally important. Regular cleaning, drying and appropriate reproofing can help maintain performance over its usable life.

Support After You Buy

Choosing a camping brand isn't only about the product itself.

Knowing that replacement parts and support are available can make a significant difference when you're investing in a tent.

Vango provides product support, pitching instructions and replacement-part information through its support network. Replacement AirBeam tubes, for example, are available for current models, while older model parts can be sourced through its spares service.

Vango also provides extensive pitching instructions covering different tent models and generations.

That means your relationship with the brand doesn't necessarily end when you leave the campsite with your new tent.

Why Choose Vango?

60 Years of Outdoor Experience

Vango has been developing camping equipment since 1966, giving the brand decades of experience in outdoor product design.

Something for Every Experience Level

From festival tents and first-time camping equipment to technical hiking tents and large family AirBeam models, Vango covers a remarkably broad spectrum of outdoor users.

Innovative AirBeam Technology

AirBeam provides an alternative to traditional tent poles and has become one of Vango's signature technologies.

Family Camping Specialists

Large family tents combine generous living space with practical layouts designed around longer stays at the campsite.

Technical Outdoor Equipment

Vango also caters for hikers, expedition users and campers looking for lightweight and technical equipment.

Established Outdoor Heritage

Vango's history includes involvement with serious outdoor expeditions and decades of experience developing equipment for campers and adventurers.

Recommended by the DofE

Vango has worked with the Duke of Edinburgh's Award for over a decade through its Recommended Kit Programme.

Product Support & Spares

Vango provides pitching instructions, technical support and access to replacement components for its equipment.

Find Your Vango Tent

Not sure which Vango tent is right for you?

Start with how you actually camp.

Camping occasionally?

Choose an Adventure & Festival Tent for a practical introduction to camping.

Camping with the family?

Explore Family Poled Tents for traditional pitching and spacious layouts.

Want easier pitching?

Explore AirBeam Tents for inflatable pitching technology and comfortable family camping.

Going further?

Explore Technical Tents for lightweight and performance-focused outdoor adventures.

Vango: Camping That Grows With You

The best camping equipment is equipment that suits the way you camp.

Whether you're buying your first tent, upgrading for family holidays or looking for lightweight equipment for your next adventure, Vango offers a range designed to meet different levels of experience.

Start with the equipment you need today. Build your kit as your adventures grow.

With decades of outdoor experience, innovative technology and a broad range covering beginners through to experienced outdoor enthusiasts, Vango is a brand built to help more people discover, enjoy and explore the outdoors.