The Best Camping Lanterns in the UK

The Best Camping Lanterns in the UK

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Three main types of lanterns are available for camping purposes: gas, battery or renewable energy lanterns, such as solar lanterns. Many features, like practicality, safety and durability, determine the quality of camping lanterns. Regular camping enthusiasts and camping experts used and reviewed the most updated camping lanterns, and they've decided which ones are the best in the U.K.

Coleman NorthStar Dual Fuel Lantern

This outstanding camping lantern by Coleman operates on an electronic ignition system and only requires white or unleaded gas. The electronic ignition system is convenient for camping. This updated model is lightweight and provides 20 percent more light than previous designs. It runs for up to 14 hours on a low light and seven hours on a high light. In addition, the lantern is protected from breaking due to its cagelike exterior. According to testers and experts such as Bass Pro Shop, one of the world's leading outdoors retail stores, Coleman's NorthStar Dual Fuel Lantern rates as the leading gas-run camping lantern. As of 2010, it costs £79.99 depending on the retailer.

Coleman Retro Rechargeable Full-Size Lantern

The Retro Rechargeable Full-Size Lantern is Coleman's brightest rechargeable lantern. It recharges with 230Vac or 12Vdc cables, both included in the packaging. It's practical, durable, child-friendly and safe for indoor use. This Coleman model includes a nightlight, allowing children to feel more at ease in the dark. The model's touch tube allows the lantern to stay cool. It's light and easy to use. Coleman's Retro Rechargeable Full-Size Lantern can operate on low lighting for up to nine hours after a single charge. According to camping enthusiasts and experts, it's the leading battery-operated lantern available in the U.K., and as of 2010, it sells for £43.00 depending on the retailer.

Vango ECO 15LED Lantern

Vango's eco-friendly lantern won Camping Magazine's 2010 Best Buy Award. The Vango ECO 15LED Lantern can be charged by cables, which come included, at home or in the car. It also features a solar panel, letting campers charge the lantern outdoors, and a wind-up charger, allowing for eight minutes of lighting after just one minute of winding. The Vango ECO 15LED Lantern is light, and it is built with a handle for easy transporting. In addition, the cagelike design protects it from breaking. It's an all-around great deal for the affordable price of £18.00 (2010) depending on the retailer.

Article Written By Maria Fernanda Cartaya

Maria Fernanda began writing for publication in 2003. She has lived and experienced the outdoors in North and South America, Europe and Africa. Her work has been published in Spanish newspapers. She earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in international relations and French from Syracuse University and speaks three languages. Maria is working on an international journalism Master of Arts from the University of Westminster.

Write for Trails.com
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