Explore the legacy and innovation behind Terra Nova Equipment. Product spotlights, tech insights, and features that celebrate over 40 years of outdoor excellence.
You may have seen us talking about our TriPlex™ fabric, and how brilliant it is… but what is it and what actually makes it special? The “Tri” of TriPlex™ TriPlex™ is a durable, ripstop shelter fabric, but it’s no normal…
When it comes to choosing a backpacking tent, weight, reliability and pack size all matter. Whether you’re tackling multi-day trails, heading off for a wild camp weekend, or building up your kit for your first solo adventure, the Terra Nova Starlite offers…
When your safety, sleep, or sanity depends on your tent, there’s no room for compromise. At Terra Nova, we’ve spent over 30 years building shelters that serious campers, mountaineers, and adventurers trust; not just for comfort, but for survival. Our…
The debate between Inner Pitch vs. Outer Pitch tents has divided the opinions of wild campers for years. Where some favour outer pitch for its ease of set up in harsh conditions, others appreciate the unique advantages of inner pitch…
Chances are, you’re here because you are looking for a Christmas gift for the outdoor lover in your life. But if you’re in need of some inspiration, don’t worry, we have you covered. Check out our Christmas gift guide, we…
Terra Nova Equipment, an award-winning outdoor brand celebrated for its high-performance tents and gear, is thrilled to be announced as an Official Partner of Kendal Mountain Festival for 2024, one of the most prestigious events celebrating outdoor adventure and storytelling.…
April 22nd marks Earth Day, a global event aimed at highlighting the importance of conservation and protecting our planet. It’s a great opportunity to engage and unite everybody with one shared goal: protecting our earth. The theme for this year’s…
When choosing a tent, you need to consider what’s important to you, to improve your camping experience. An important factor to consider is the vestibule. In this blog, we discuss what a vestibule is, how it can be used, and…
If you’re looking to pitch your tent surrounded by the beauty of the Welsh countryside, then the Brecon Beacons is the perfect destination. This National Park offers stunning mountainscapes, rolling green hills, and picturesque villages just waiting to be explored.…
For outdoor enthusiasts, few gear choices are as important as your shelter. But should you get a versatile 3-season tent or a specialised 4-season model? The right option depends on the conditions you’ll face and the type of adventures you…
Terra Nova Equipment is thrilled to announce its partnership with the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) to support and promote conservation projects. The EOCA is a not-for-profit organisation that is dedicated to raising funds for conservation projects across the globe.…
One of Terra Nova Equipment’s most iconic pieces of outdoor gear, the Quasar, celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2023. Launched as the Wild Country Quasar in 1983, it quickly gained a reputation as an exceptionally strong and stable tent. The…
As part of their ongoing development strategy, Terra Nova Equipment Ltd is pleased to confirm the use of PFC-free inner tent fabrics across their 2023 range of tents. The outdoor industry is increasingly using the term PFC-free and Terra Nova…
Having the right winter tent gives you the freedom to explore all year round, regardless of the weather. Whether you’re looking to do casual UK winter camping or mountaineering in some of the world’s most brutal conditions, your 4-season tent…
At Terra Nova Equipment, it’s our ethos to help people get outdoors with kit that they can rely on. Whilst most businesses turn their attention to Black Friday, we’re looking to turn it green. Green Friday is all about sustainability…
Scotland is well-known throughout the world for its incredible landscapes. It has some great wild camping spots to choose from, ranging from the top-of-the-mountain in the Highlands or scenic, easier-to-reach spots in the Scottish Lowlands. Scotland is the only part…
Dartmoor National Park is an iconic region in the UK and the only place in England where you can legally wild camp! Even though wild camping is allowed in Dartmoor National Park, you are still required to follow common wild…
Everyone’s feeling the strain of inflation and we know that it’s becoming increasingly difficult to pay for things. So we want to help in any way that we can. We’ve introduced Klarna at checkout to give you more time to…
A visit to the Lake District won’t disappoint, whether that’s with your friends and family or on your own. It offers scenic walks with amazing 360-degree views from the top of the mountains. Amongst other great activities, the Lake District…
Terra Nova Equipment, holder of the Guinness World Record for the lightest tent, has become employee owned. Husband and wife team, Andy Utting and Carolyn Budding, have run the business for 22 years. They recently transferred their ownership to an…
Whether you’re a solo camper or a family of 6, camping in the Peak District can be a memorable adventure. The Peak District has plenty of outdoor activities to offer, ranging from hikes, biking, climbing and canoeing. We’re here to…
Award-winning outdoor manufacturer, Terra Nova Equipment, are thrilled to announce the launch of a brand new website to help elevate the brands Terra Nova, Wild Country and Extremities. The redesign was long overdue and replaces the outdated old website with…
Terra Nova Equipment is horrified to see the devastation in Ukraine and has been looking into ways to help. Partnering with local businesses and organisations, we have been gathering boxes of supplies to send over to help in this growing…
Terra Nova Equipment Ltd sits on the edge of the Peak District in Clay Cross and considers the Peaks a second home. So, when it was bought to our attention that Derbyshire County Council appear to have carried out some…
Bothy Bags are an essential piece of kit and everyone should carry one with them when exploring the outdoors. Whether you’re a mountain leader, casual weekend hiker or starting out as an outdoor adventurer, there should always be a Bothy…
Extended cycling activities such as bike packing and cycle touring really take your cycling experience to the next level. They allow you to truly immerse yourself in the outdoors. Although, it’s not always straightforward. Cycle touring journeys can range from…
We caught up with Dave Housley, Product Developer behind the Laser Compact All Season 2 tent from Terra Nova. Dave is the Product Development Manager behind the Terra Nova and Wild Country range of tents. With over 30 years of experience…
Terra Nova Equipment has teamed up with Derbyshire Wildlife Trust to encourage people to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors. Derbyshire Wildlife Trust have over 40 nature reserves throughout the county and strive not only to protect wildlife and…
Our new range of Wild Country tents last year received lots of well deserved media attention and it’s still going strong now. The weekend of the 17th – 19th January 2014, our Hoolie tent made an appearance in the Wall…
Jagged Globe recently sent us some great feedback about the Terra Nova Equipment tents that are being used currently on Everest (Hyperspace tents). For more information and to read the full article, click here Hyperspace tents are made in Britain…
If you’ve read the term ‘FastPack’ in conjunction with Terra Nova tents, here’s a quick explanation of what it means in practice. The ‘FastPack’ system represents a novel approach to superlight tents. As well as continuing to push the development…
Matt and Ali, from the Terra Nova Sales team, decide to escape from the Terra Nova office and do what they enjoy best – getting out on the hills and testing new shiny gear. Starting out from Derbyshire a long…
In the April 2012 edition of Trail Magazine, two Terra Nova products appear in their feature “The World’s Lightest Kit” (page 41). Top spot at number one, perhaps unsurprisingly, the official Guinness World Record holder for the lightest tent, the…
Getting your flysheet to sit perfectly in place on a Quasar tent isn’t that difficult, with our 7-step process. The Quasar is the definitive mountain tent, survivor of numerous Himalayan, Alpine and Polar expeditions and inspiration for a whole host…
The Original Mountain Marathon (OMM), the UK‘s premier mountain marathon event, was held in Perthshire last weekend. Based at the Culty Braggan World War 2 prisoner of war camp, the 43rd mountain marathon proved to be a tough event. In…
The September 2011 Camping and Caravanning Magazine features a full page article about Terra Nova Equipment Ltd, praising the traditional approach to its UK operations whilst also leading the way in innovation and technology in the outdoor industry. The writer…
The Munros are a famous collection of every 3000 ft hill in Scotland – 283 at the last count. On April 25th 2010, Stephen Pyke set out to complete them all in a continuous round under his own steam, summiting…
In 1960-61 a team led by Eric Shipton was the first to cross the Patagonian ice cap from North to South, a 48 day, 210km feat of endurance that has never been repeated along the same route. This December a…
Beyond Endurance South Georgia Expedition 2008 Stephen Venables returned recently from his third visit to the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia. His first expedition, during the southern summer of 1989-90, made the first ascent of Mount Carse; then in 2000…
To celebrate her 40th birthday Lorraine didn’t fancy a party, or a nice meal out with friends, she decided on something more adventureous altogether; an ascent of all 284 Scotish Munro’s. Not happy to summit these 1 or 2 at…
