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In a world of busy routines, constant notifications and rising screen time, more people across the UK are turning to a surprisingly simple solution. Camping is having a revival, not just as a holiday option, but as a pathway to improved wellbeing. Whether it’s a weekend in the Peaks, a forest camp in Wales, or a solo micro-adventure close to home, pitching a tent helps people reset their bodies and minds.
Spending time outdoors has been shown to reduce stress levels, boost immunity and support better mental health. According to the Outjoyment Report, commissioned by The Camping and Caravanning Club and Sheffield Hallam University, 88% of campers say camping helps them to relax and 93% report improvements to wellbeing. The combination of fresh air, green space and stepping away from routine helps people decompress in ways a hotel break simply doesn’t.
Without the glow of devices or streetlights, many campers find they naturally sleep and wake up with the light. That shift helps to realign the body’s internal clock, supporting better sleep quality. In a world where poor sleep is affecting increasing numbers of adults, a weekend under canvas can work wonders. Some even say it’s the best sleep they’ve had in years.
Camping encourages you to move more without thinking about it. Walking to find the perfect pitch, gathering firewood, brewing tea outside the tent or hiking nearby trails. It’s a low-pressure, joyful movement that also leaves space for stillness. No phone, no rush, just time to be present. More and more outdoor retreats are incorporating this balance, offering nature walks, lakeside meditation, and fireside yoga as part of their escapes.
The global wellness travel market is growing quickly, but many people in the UK are choosing to start closer to home. A tent can be the first step to a genuine digital switch-off. Campsites with limited signal are being celebrated, not avoided. You don’t need a five-day retreat or a plane ticket to find clarity. A one-night camp with your phone on airplane mode can offer more mental reset than a whole weekend on the sofa.
Event & sports presenter Lucy Mills (@lucymillsss) shared: “Sometimes the best connection happens when you put your phone down and have a real conversation. No distractions, just genuine moments. Let’s remember to reconnect with the people around us, without the screen in between.”
“Starting my segment ‘Disconnect to Reconnect’ [with a camping weekend] really made me reflect on what happiness means and where it actually comes from. For me, true happiness can be found in the small moments. I’ve become so used to creating those on the go in my job, but I’m now rediscovering why I started, and that’s helping me trust my intuition as I navigate more challenging choices in life and work.”
Camping brings people together. Whether you’re heading out solo, with a partner or gathering a group of friends, there’s something bonding about sharing food, stories and shelter under the stars. In a time when loneliness is rising, this kind of simple, shared experience matters. Campers often say the conversations around the fire or under the flysheet are the ones they remember the most.
From shepherd’s huts with hot tubs to bell tents with guided journaling sessions, wellness camping is growing in the UK. You can now find forest bathing workshops in Scotland, mindful hikes in Snowdonia and yoga yurts across the Cotswolds. The best part is you can create your own version. Whether that’s a wild camp in the Lakes or a low-key night in the garden, it’s about making space for stillness and simplicity.
As outdoor community advocate Danny Bent (@danny_bent) puts it: “Nature engaged, fresh air breathed and energy harnessed – ready for a weekend … the Peak District helped pull me out of a funk and into sunshine, life, and laughs with pals.”
At Terra Nova, we’ve seen first-hand how many of our customers are choosing tents as part of a bigger wellness journey. Whether they’re wild camping alone to escape burnout or joining a guided retreat in the hills, they need equipment that supports their experience. That means breathable fabrics, fast and frustration-free pitching, and gear that’s light enough to carry but strong enough to count on in bad weather. Our Helm and Solar ranges are designed to meet those needs and more.
Terra Nova and Wild Country tents aren’t just sold in the UK. They’re designed and tested here too, right in the heart of the Peak District. Our team of outdoor enthusiasts, engineers and lifelong campers build tents they genuinely want to use. From the first sketches to real-world field testing, everything is done with the realities of Great British weather in mind. That means stronger poles, smarter ventilation and fabrics that hold up to sideways rain. Whether it’s a calm night under the stars or a stormy summit, our tents are built by people who understand what the outdoors can throw at you – because they’re out in it too.
Camping isn’t necessarily about roughing it. It’s about choosing nature, space and simplicity in a world that often feels like too much. Whether you head to a campsite, a coastal cliff or a quiet woodland trail, a tent can offer something no hotel ever could. A return to what matters most. A chance to feel well, outside and in.
All Images c/o Danny Bent and Lucy Mills, Copyright Sam Walker 2025
