Banish all memories of uncomfortable childhood camping trips spent under khaki tarpaulin; upmarket camping is coming of age in Britain as we rediscover the joys of a holiday spent outdoors, without relinquishing the creature comforts of home. Boutique Camping’s Director Oliver Mundy shares his top tips for a perfect glamping trip: 1. Take a tent that is above head height: you'll be surprised at how much being able to stand up and move around in your tent will enhance your camping experience. Boutique Camping’s Bell Tents are simple to put up, light and airy, and are large enough to swing a cat in! 2. Take a blow up mattress: and it's worth taking a good quality one. A good night’s sleep isn't something that is considered synonymous with camping, however it's easily done and you'll wake up with a smile on your face in the morning. 3. Create a home away from home: if you're planning on glamping, then you obviously like your creature comforts. Make your tent your haven to return to, there are so many accessories that you can buy, from simple decorations, to Moroccan style throws and rugs, from bunting through to coolboxes with built in stereos! There's something out there for everyone. 4. Light up your night: solar or battery powered lights, fairy lights, EL wire, lanterns - they all make your tent a nice place to hang out after dark. 5. Choose a good location: whether you're going on a family camping trip or heading to a festival with all your friends, choose a good spot! You can check out the UK's top glamping sites online, or family campsites that will cater for your needs. And if you're at a festival get there a bit earlier so that you can pitch up around your friends making a nice community for a festival that you're all sharing together. 6. Be prepared: there's nothing to be ashamed of if you take an organised approach to your camping trip! Packing things like a dustpan and brush to keep your tent clean, rubbish bags, washing up liquid, toilet roll etc. will only keep your tent a happy space. Cheat's treat: An electric pump. Does anyone enjoy blowing up double mattresses with a foot pump?! About Boutique Camping: Boutique Camping’s Bell Tents have a beautifully elegant silhouette, and are quick and easy to put up and take down. The 19th century military kit design is simple: natural cotton canvas drapes down from a central pole, and is held tight by guy ropes to create a distinctive old-fashioned shape outside and a wonderfully soft ambience within. They are fully waterproof and in full sun you can roll up the sides and lounge about enjoying the breezy shade beneath. Boutique Camping’s Bell Tents are available in sandstone, coral red, apple green, sky blue and pastel lilac. The Bell Tent Kit includes: • 285g - 100% cotton Bell Tent • Guy ropes • 540g PVC matching mesh zipped in groundsheet • 4 half-moon zipped windows with mosquito netting • Spring-loaded, metal tent poles • Pegs for both tent and groundsheet in matching canvas bag • Matching cotton canvas carry bag, with shoulder straps • Step-by-step instructions Prices: 4 Metre Bell Tent £379 5 Metre Bell Tent £439