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Hard-Shell vs Soft-Shell Roof Tents: Which Is Right for You?

Robin.Aug 25, 2026

Hard-shell roof tents (Cargo, Classic) pitch fastest and keep everything self-contained on tight or informal pitches; soft-shell tents (Lite, Lite XL) cost less and offer more space. Plus: where the TentBox GO fits in.

Which Cars Fit a Roof Tent? Complete Compatibility Guide

Robin.Jul 16, 2026

Almost any car with properly rated roof bars can carry a roof tent — from a Fiat Panda to a 4x4. Here's how compatibility really works, car type by car type, and how to check yours.

Why choose TentBox? An honest look at where it sits in the roof tent market

Robin.Jul 15, 2026

There are cheaper roof tents and more expensive ones — TentBox sits in the sweet spot: a 5-year warranty (the longest of any major roof tent brand), a full accessory ecosystem, and the UK's biggest owner community, from £995.

Are roof tents worth it? The real costs of a TentBox vs a campervan or AirBnB

Robin.Jul 09, 2026

For anyone camping more than a handful of nights a year, yes: a full roof tent setup costs £1,300–£3,000, versus £27,000+ for a used campervan, and typically pays for itself against holiday lets within a couple of seasons. Here are the real numbers.

Best roof-tent-friendly overnight stays in Cornwall (legal alternatives to wild camping)

Robin.Jul 08, 2026

Wild camping without permission isn't legal in Cornwall, but five booking platforms and a network of small sites get you remarkably close — legally, from around £10–£45 a night. Here's where roof tent campers can actually stay.

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