There’s something magical about gathering around a campfire on a summer evening. At Bugthorpe Grange Glamping, we’ve made sure your night by the fire is as cosy and enjoyable as possible, with everything you need to make it memorable. From our thoughtfully designed terraces complete with brasiers and rustic log seating to s’mores kits and outdoor blankets, you’ll find all the ingredients for the perfect campfire experience right here.
Here’s our guide to crafting the ultimate evening around the campfire, complete with toasting marshmallows, snuggling up in blankets, and sharing stories under the stars, starting with arguably the most important element; how to light the fire!
Starting a campfire can be tricky, but we’ve made it easy by providing everything you need to get the flames going. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to lighting your brasier the right way:
- Start with fire lighters and kindling: Begin by placing a few fire lighters at the bottom of the brasier, then stack small sticks of kindling over them in a crisscross pattern. This allows air to circulate and helps the fire catch quickly.
- Light the kindling: Once your fire lighters are burning, the kindling will ignite and start to generate heat. Wait until it’s well-lit before moving on to the next step.
- Add logs gradually: After the kindling is blazing, carefully add a couple of logs on top. Let the fire build slowly.
- DONE! You’ve successfully lit your fire, and now keep it going by carefully adding more logs, to make this process as easy as possible, we provide fire gloves and a poker to help manage the fire safely. With these tools, you can stoke the flames and adjust the logs without worry.
At Bugthorpe Grange Glamping, we want everyone to enjoy the campfire safely. Here are some key fire safety tips to keep in mind:
- Always supervise children around the fire, and never leave it unattended.
- Make sure blankets, clothing, and other items are kept at a safe distance from the flames.
- Use the provided fire gloves and poker to manage the fire and handle hot logs.
- Once the evening is over, ensure the fire is fully extinguished before heading to bed, we provide sand to throw over the flame to do this.
By following these simple steps, you can relax and enjoy your evening without any worries.
One of the best parts of a campfire night is toasting marshmallows. We provide long skewers, making it easy and safe to roast them over the fire. Toast them until they’re golden and gooey, or if you like them extra crispy, let them char a bit for that smoky flavour.
If you’re craving something even more indulgent, pre-order one of our s’mores kits, they have everything you need to create this classic campfire dessert. Simply sandwich your toasted marshmallow between two biscuits with a square of chocolate, and enjoy as the chocolate melts into a gooey, delicious treat.
As the night goes on, wrap yourself in one of our blankets and relax as the fire crackles and glows. There’s something incredibly peaceful about watching the flames flicker while you share stories, laugh with family, or simply enjoy the quiet of the countryside. The soft glow of the fire, the warmth of the blankets, and the clear night sky above make for a perfect evening.
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