Description

Introducing the Classic Bell Tent

Durable and Effortless Camping

Our Classic Bell Tent combines stunning design with exceptional durability, simplifying the camping experience. Over the years, we have perfected its design to provide ample space, minimal setup, unmatched durability, and refined aesthetics. This tent is ideal for extended camping adventures when a large basecamp tent is required, extra accommodation for commercial hospitality, or on a property, or when you need additional space for a large crew. The Classic 5m will comfortably sleep up to 8 campers (depending on the configuration). See our size guide here.

Built for the Toughest Conditions

Our Classic Bell Tent is a true four-season shelter, engineered to withstand both snow and desert conditions. Crafted from ultra-durable 385 GSM canvas, it undergoes custom dyeing and weather sealing. We reinforce tension points and double-stitch seams for exceptional durability. Our CottonGuard™ cotton-poly blend enhances this strength, combining the natural comfort of cotton with the durability of polyester thread. 

CottonGuard™ offers twice the tensile strength of traditional 100% cotton, superior weather resistance, and improved longevity. This blend ensures your tent excels in stormy weather and high-tension situations while maintaining breathability to prevent condensation. Additionally, CottonGuard™ is eco-friendly, and crafted to reduce environmental impact while providing a reliable, long-lasting shelter – the perfect balance of strength, durability, and comfort.

Having tested many types of canvas over the years, this is an excellent canvas for extreme Australian conditions.

Breathable and Bug-Free

The tent features four windows, doors, and vents with mosquito-proof mesh layers. A double-wall mesh layer allows you to roll up the outer wall, exposing a second wall made entirely of mosquito netting. The mesh acts as a barrier, ensuring a breeze without bugs. The zip-in/zip-out groundsheet aids in cleaning and ventilation.

Ready for ‘Hot Tenting’

Homecamp pioneered ‘Hot Tenting’ in Australia. The range of Homecamp Classic Bell Tents come Hot Tent ready with a section of the tent made from fireproof material with an inbuilt Stove Jack – a port designed to accommodate a stovepipe safely. It allows for the passage of a stovepipe through the tent fabric without risking damage from heat or fire and has a Velcro flap to cover when not in use. For Hot-Tenting with a Homecamp 4m or 4.5m Bell Tent we recommend a small or medium size from our Winnerwell range of stoves, the 4.5m Touring Tent can accomodate the large sized stove if necessary but we think the medium is sufficient for the size of the tent, the 5m Bell Tent is perfect for the large size Winnerwell stoves – be sure to include the necessary accessories for your stove. For stove use, we recommend reading this post and our FAQ here.

If you’re still unsure and need some expert advice you can get in touch with us here.

Weather-Resistant Groundsheet

Our groundsheet, made from thermally welded rip-stop PVC, is impervious to water. The ‘bathtub style’ floor rises over 10 cm high, ensuring dryness even in floods. Heavy-duty zips allow floor removal for transport, storage, cleaning, or ventilation.

Robust Hardware

The tent’s heavy-duty steel poles have internal spring-loaded wires for easy assembly. The centre pole has a welded lanyard ring for attaching an inner tent or chandelier. Two extra large storage pockets with three compartments each provide easy access to valuables.

Convenient and Accessible

A zip entry point at the back of the tent accommodates electrical cords, ensuring rain and bug protection. The oversized carry bag, equipped with robust webbing, buckles, and compression straps, makes packing straightforward and efficient. Reflective paracord guy ropes, custom brass zips, extra-large stainless steel pegs, and twisted steel ‘rebar’ style pegs ensure reliability in wild places.

Additional accessories include:

• Bell Tent Cover – If you plan to have your tent set up for an extended period then we recommend a cover
• Footprint Tarp – Recommended for rough camping as saves cleaning the tent floor
• Classic Shade Tarp – Extend your foot print and create a shelter from the sun and rain
• Wing Awning – New designed awning – extends your foot print and create a shelter from the sun and rain
• Inner Tent – Create a cozy internal room away from kids and mess

A note on materials

When choosing a tent, there are various factors to weigh. While size and weight are important, the choice of materials is equally essential. Understanding the differences between cotton-based canvas and synthetic materials is key. The trade-offs encompass weight, strength, maintenance (i.e. propensity for mould, sun damage etc), and breathability (condensation).
For further insights, refer to our article on this topic.

Further Reading

• • Bell tent FAQs
  • What’s the difference between the Classic and Touring Bell Tents?
  • Bell Tent Size Guide
  • A handy guide to buying a bell tent
  • The Complete Guide to Hot Tenting
  • Story: 10 reasons I am obsessed with this bell tent
  • Review: Weathering extreme conditions in a Homecamp Bell Tent