The best tents to buy this summer and the best deals - whether you're going to a festival or on a family holiday
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Summer is the perfect time to pitch up a tent and explore the great outdoors.
Be it for a camping holiday, music festival or just to have fun in the garden, they're simple and affordable.
Below we've teamed up with Halfords to share some of their best tent deals for summer 2018.
Under £20
Halfords 2 Person Dome Tent (Now £12, was £30. Save £18)
This tent only costs £12 (save £18), so it's an absolute bargain. It only takes about 10 minutes to pitch and it will sleep two people, keeping them nice and dry thanks to its 1500mm hydrostatic head rating.
Halfords 2 Person XL Dome Tent With Porch - (Now £18, was £50. Save £32)
That's right, a tent with a porch for £18 (save £32). This makes it ideal for festivals, since you'll have extra space for storing those muddy wellies.
The dome design has a single skin, making pitching really easy so you have more time to spend enjoying the fun.
Halfords 2 Person Pop Up Tent (£20, was £50. Save £30)
If you simply can't wait to get stuck into the festivities, the speediest option is to go with a pop-up tent. These deploy pretty much immediately and simply need their guylines to be secured before you're ready.
This one is finished in a smart blue and will keep you dry in light to medium rain with no problem. And it also comes with a carry bag, so you'll be able to stow it easily when you're ready to pack up.
Under £50
Halfords Guaranteed Sun Tent (Now £32, was £80. Save £48)
This tent promises that even in the rain it will provide sun. How? With its specially designed hydrophobic and hydrophilic materials, it detects rain and produces a beautiful sun pattern to cheer everyone around you.
Under £100
If you are looking for something a bit bigger but still affordable, the Urban Escape 4 Man Quick - Up Dome Tent, £60 (was £150, save £90) is a great choice.
It's ideal for festivals, since it takes just 10 minutes to pitch thanks to its integrated poles.
When the fun's over and you need to pack up, it also has an oversized bag to make life easier.
And just in case the weather isn't kind, this tent also is suitable in heavy rain and has a double skin to help prevent condensation.
Halfords 6 Man Family Tunnel Tent, £90 (was £200, save £110)
Need space for the whole family? The Halfords 6 Man Family Tunnel Tent, £90 (was £200, save £110) is full walk-in height throughout with a large living area big enough for a table and chairs.
Halfords largest tent ensures you will get a good night's sleep thanks to the double skin design with additional side and roof ventilation.
Under £200
Urban Escape 4 Man Tunnel Tent, £125 (was £300, save £175)
The Urban Escape 4 Man Tunnel Tent, £125, is designed for those who regularly go camping. Whether your on holiday with friends or family you can enjoy your own space with this spacious tent, it has two rooms giving space and privacy.
The colour coded poles make pitching easy and quick. Once all set up enjoy the added feature of cable access to keep all your gadgets charged and ready to use.
Urban Escape 6 Man Vis A Vis Tent (Now £150, was £350. Save £200)
Colour coded poles make this tent super simple to erect, and there are high-visibility guylines to make sure people don't trip over and collapse the tent. This makes it ideal for a busier campsite or a festival field.
Under £300
Urban Escape 4 Man Inflatable Tent, £275 (was £600, save £325)
Designed for easy pitching in a matter of minutes, inflatable tents - which have inflatable beams rather than fibreglass poles - are becoming more and more popular.
The Urban Escape 4 Man Inflatable Tent, £275, is a vast and spacious tent. It has 2 bedrooms giving plenty of space for you to enjoy your trip away.
Lets not forget that quick pitch time only taking 15 minutes, due to its inflatable beams and included pump, leaving you to enjoy your trip away in no time at all.
It's suitable in heavy rain and has double skin to help prevent form condensation.
Under £400
Urban Escape 6 Man Inflatable Tent (Now £375, was £800. Save £425)
Just because you're at a festival or on a camping trip, it doesn't mean you have to completely do away with your home comforts.
The Urban Escape 6 Man Inflatable Tent, £375, lets you camp in style, with up to three bedrooms (you can split one in half, giving you more rooms), a living room and enough height to stand in.
With this tent reduced to £375, a saving of £425, glamping just got more affordable.
Take this to a festival and people will flock to your afternoon tea parties and late night jam sessions.
Before you set off...
Make sure your camping trip goes smoothly with these quick tips.
Have a trial run in the back garden if you can, so that you feel confident putting your tent up, taking it down again and packing it away. You'll be glad you did, especially if it rains!
If you aren't buying a new tent, check you have enough tent pegs - it's worth stocking up if you're not sure how many you need.
Not sure which tent best meets your needs? Halfords Tent Selector can help match you to your perfect product.
First time festival-goer? Check out Halfords Festival Essentials and everyone will think you're a seasoned expert.
Happy camping!
Make sure you are Really Ready For Summer with Halfords. Visit www.halfords.com or go in-store for full details on all offers and services. Prices correct at time of publication. Offers end August 5.