Summer is just around the corner and so the new camping season is nearly upon us…
One of the things that is just as important as a good tent is a good shelter to relax and mingle in during the day time… Obviously you want to take in the sun, but equally if it becomes a bit too hot or even if it starts to rain, you need somewhere you can take cover while relaxing with your family and friends.
There are several qualities that you would want a camping gazebo shelter to have.
- It should be large enough to accommodate a decent size camping party along with equipment such as tables and chairs
- Needs to be able to protect you from the elements and be sturdy enough to withstand different types of weather
- Should be versatile to cater for a number of different scenarios
- Needs to be fairly compact and lightweight when packed away for storage and transportation
- Should be relatively easy to pitch
- And it shouldn’t cost a fortune
One such camping gazebo shelter that claims to tick all of the above boxes is the Trail Large Camping Gazebo Dome Shelter and on the face of it – it actually seems to do just that…
Available now with a saving of 35% off the RRP at £129.99 from Trail Outdoor Leisure.
Key Features
Below are the key features as per the manufacturer’s website
- Dome shelter provides sensational protection from the sun and rain with waterproof taped seams, a 2000mm Hydrostatic Head and UVSPF 30+ rating
- Perfect for the garden, beach, camping and outdoor events with a 12.25m² (approx.) interior to accommodate trestle tables, picnic tables and more
- Fast and easy to pitch with a lightweight fibreglass frame, 4 reinforced guy rope points and additional peg points for maximum stability and wind-resistance
- Shelter features 4 removable side walls to open it up completely and 4 mesh sunshade panels to allow air to circulate whilst shielding you from strong sunlight
- Event shelter measures W3.5m x D3.5m x H2.3m when pitched and features a roof vent, lantern hook, and heavy-duty bag to easily store and carry
4 Removable Walls
Whereas most event shelters have two removable side panels, this shelter has four.
Simply unzip all four sides to open the shelter completely, allow air to circulate more freely, and provide all-round access during large celebrations and events.
Discreet integrated pockets allow you to conveniently store the side panels away when removed.
4 Removable Sunshades
Each side wall features a zipped sunshade panel in the centre.
Simply unzip and remove the sunshade panels to reveal a fine mesh inner material which is designed to allow natural light into the tent whilst shielding you from strong glare and ultraviolet rays.
It also helps to keep insects at bay if you’re dining inside the shelter with friends and family.
Extra-Large Design
The outdoor shelter measures approximately 12.25m² to accommodate a barbecue, picnic table or trestle tables.
Transform it into a sun shelter when you’re down by the beach, or a communal dining area when you’re camping.
The addition of a hook allows you to hang a lantern and enjoy it long into the night.
2 Walls Up
Protects you from strong sunlight, but still allows a nice breeze in.
3 Walls Up
Keep three walls zipped up to transform the shelter into a tent and increase the level of warmth inside it.
4 Walls Up
If you’re dining inside the shelter and the temperature drops, add all four panels to keep it warm and cosy.
No Walls Up
Remove all four walls to open it up completely on sunny days and provide easier access during busy events.
Shoulder Bag
A heavy-duty bag allows you to easily store and carry the shelter on beach trips and camping adventures.
Packed away it measures 65x19x19cm and weighs just 7.5kg.
Other Features
Waterproof/UV-Resistant
- Come rain or shine, the shelter delivers a high level of protection.
- Made from 190T polyester with a PU coating, it features waterproof taped seams and a Hydrostatic Head of 2000mm for ultimate rain protection.
- The material is rated UVSPF 30+ to provide superior protection from the sun’s damaging UV rays.
Air Vent
- A vent on the roof of the shelter helps to aid air flow and prevent the interior getting stuffy.
Storage Pockets
- Integrated pockets allow you to easily store the side panels and sunshade panels when removed.
Strong & Sturdy Construction
- The shelter has been designed with strength and stability in mind.
- Its sturdy frame can be pitched in minutes, thanks to six lightweight fibreglass poles and sleeves to seamlessly thread them into.
Reinforced Guy Rope Points
- Integrated guy ropes with extra-tough connectors provide superior stability and wind-resistance.
Extra Peg Points
- The shelter features extra peg points on all four sides to peg it down even more securely.
Conclusion
I found the dome shelter very easy to set up – it took me all of about 15 minutes with the help of my 11 year old daughter… 2 adults should have it up in less than 10 minutes.
I’m pretty confident that I could set it up by myself too, although it would probably take a little longer.
Once set up the shelter was very stable and provided good protection from the elements (as usual in the UK, it was windy and rained… ??♂️).
All in all the Trail Large Camping Gazebo Dome Shelter is a fantastic, versatile and well-designed camping gazebo shelter that should suit a variety of needs and occasions and certainly won’t break the bank.
It’s available now with a saving of 35% off the RRP at £129.99 from Trail Outdoor Leisure.
I hope you’ve found this review useful.
If you have any questions or comments, then please leave them below and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.
Mohammad
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Trail Large Camping Gazebo Dome Shelter
£129.99
Pros
- Loads of internal space
- Extremely versatile for warm and cold weather
- Portability
- Sturdy construction
Cons
- Honestly can't find any
Many thanks to you for sharing such an excellent article with us. I love this product – it looks very useful. It looks very durable and wind resistant.
Hi Shariful – happy to help…
It definitely has a number of good features that you would want in a camping gazebo.
Thank you for such a good review of the Camping Gazebo Dome Shelter. It’s good to note that it comes in many sizes and designs whether for a beach or a camping site, and that they are fast and easy to pitch. Are these domes available on Amazon? Do you know the price ranges?
Hi Rutz – it’s only available direct from the manufacturer’s website.
It’s on offer at the moment – half price at £99.99
Hi there! Thanks for the nice review. The review is really helpful to me, because I am a traveller. Camping is my favorite hobby. I know that travelling without camping is not much fun. In the post you have written about the Gazebo Dome Shelter. For camping, it is quite useful. Your product has a lot of features that attract me and I want to buy it. Thank you again for the post. I will share the post with others.
Hi – glad you found the review helpful. I agree camping while on travels definitely makes the whole experience much more enjoyable!
Thank you so much for sharing with us such a wonderful article. The theme of this article is the Camping Gazebo Shelter – A Look At The Trail Large Camping Gazebo Dome Shelter. A Gazebo makes for an ideal shelter when entertaining in your back garden, a social section for your festival camp, or a sheltered cooking space when you’re traveling. Last summer I went on a trip and on the go bought the trail Deluxe Waterproof Gazebo Sun Shade. It’s relatively easy to erect (even by one person) and easy to take down. Not as bulky or heavy as a “proper” awning. I haven’t tried it yet in windy weather, but I suspect it will perform adequately. One can reverse the vehicle, further, into the gazebo such that sliding side doors open within the gazebo thus offering good rain cover. This also provides a small “footprint”; very useful where pitch-size is limited.
Once again, thank you so much for giving us such an informative article.
Hi, yes a gazebo can be very versatile and can come in handy in a number of different situations.
Thank you for sharing this fabulous article with us.
I like the Trail Large Camping Gazebo Dome Shelter, since it is summertime and is now camping season – I’m planning to go camping with my friends – that’s why I need a dome shelter like this. I’ve bookmarked your site and I will come came back to your article later.
Hi – glad you found the post useful – it’s definitely at a bargain price at the moment!
Hello there! This is an amazing article you’ve got here, and looks like great quality. Thanks!
Hi – it is an amazing product and at a very good price!
Hi. Love your article on this Camping Gazebo. I think we used a gazebo one time when we went camping, but it was quite different to the one you are advertising above. I’m not sure when we will use one next, but hopefully we can tryout some similar to these ones. Really loved the article, and hope you do more articles just like this one! ?
Hi Zahra
Glad you liked the article – gazebos are really an essential piece of camping equipment, that allow one to enjoy camp fully!
Hi looks like a great product. Question is ‘can it be used for a hot tub?’
Hi Joe
Actually it can – you’d probably want to keep the four sides open, though, to allow proper ventilation…
We are going on our first camping holiday this summer all being well and this looks perfect or us, I love how small it folds aways and looks so light to carry. The price is brilliant too. Another great feature is the sides coming down, I love this. Would this be big enough for 6 of us though?
thanks for showing us this great shelter.
Amy
Hi Amy – it would definitely be big enough for 6… are you going to be camping in tents?
Have a look at the following posts, you may find them useful…
What To Take On Camp – The Essential Kit List.
The Best Tents For Camping – A Look At Different Tent Types.
Enjoy your first camping trip.
Hello there, thank you so much for this very detailed and comprehensive review of the camping gazebo dome shelter. I must say that for a post as detailed as this, it has undergone a lot of conscious, calculated and deliberate effort in putting together. Summer is almost here and my family and I have already made our plans for camping and the need for a good shelter whilst camping cannot be overemphasised, thus I find this gazebo dome shelter very useful. I’m sharing this with my wife, but I like it already and would love to get it.
Thanks for your comments – have a decent gazebo definitely makes all the difference when camping, it allows you to take shelter if it rains or if the sun is too strong.
Wow! This is unique and beautiful. This camping gazebo is great. It comes with so much package and its relatively cheap. I can’t believe that the whole of it can fit into that bag and it can be easily carried anywhere for camping. Its sturdy frame can be pitched in minutes and the design are great.
Thanks for sharing this with me.
No problem at all – I’ve come across a decent number of gazebo shelters, and this is definitely one of the best!
This really sounds like a lot of fun to go out with for camping… camping really can’t be be fun without a good camping shelter and I believe this camping Gazebo shelter will do all the magic needed to make your camping trip fun…so I really do appreciate your effort for sharing this review with us all and for also finding out all the details about it… thanks for the review…
You’re very welcome! Camping is definitely more enjoyable when you have all the right gear and equipment and a decent gazebo falls into the category of essential gear.
hello, I am having real trouble – i can’t find any holes to put the poles in once they have come down the tubey bits and past the clips. Please help! there seem to be holes in the instructions but after hours of struggling i think i will need to send it back at this rate! Please help! thanks, Gem
Hi Gem – there should be pegs located at the base which the poles go into. I’m attaching some pictures which will hopefully help to explain.
If you’re still having difficulties – please send me a picture of your one, either by uploading it here or by emailing it to me at mohammad@thecampingequipment.com
Hi there, thanks for the review! Does it have a lantern hook inside? Thanks
Hi- yes it does have a lantern hook inside.
I have one, but the cover was ripped by the sheer weight of the snow, I didnt think it would buckle and tear, but it did and I am enquiring as to the availability of a replacement cover.
Hi – you will need to contact Trail Outdoor Leisure directly regarding this https://www.trailoutdoorleisure.co.uk/contact/