Tiny beach hut in trendy Welsh holiday hotspot dubbed 'Cheshire-by-Sea' goes on sale for £150,000

A tiny hut on a trendy Welsh holiday hotspot dubbed 'Cheshire-by-Sea' has gone on the market for an eye-watering £150,000.
The bare-bones beach-side shelter is just 12ft long by 10ft wide - smaller than a standard parking space - and is made of corrugated iron.
Buyers won't even be able to stay in the cabin overnight as sleepovers are banned.
The changing hut has no furniture inside, with the only furnishings a stripy shower curtain and a few small signs.
But it holds stunning views over the seacape on the sandbanks beside Abersoch - a north Wales peninsula whose well-heeled staycationers include Coleen Rooney and Bear Grylls.
Just last month another sea-side plot went up for grabs for a stunning £100,000... and it didn't even include a cabin.
The shack's price-tag is only £8,000 short of the average cost of a terraced home in the county of Gwynedd - according to figures from the Office of National Statistics.
Estate agent Beresford Adams called it a 'fantastic opportunity to acquire a modern freehold bathing hut on this renowned beach in Abersoch.'
The tiny space measures just 12 by 10 ft - and is smaller than a standard parking space
They continued: 'This is a modern constructed hut built some four years ago lying about 200 yards towards the Yacht club end of the beach from Footprints Café down Golf Road.
'The hut lies along the sand dunes just slightly set back from the front line huts, enjoying magnificent views across Cardigan Bay to the Moorings and the St Tudwals Islands.
'The hut measures 12' 4' x 10' internally with a small mezzanine storage area and a changing cubicle. A timber Balcony 11' x 6' 9' with double wooden door entry.'
Coleen Rooney and her family make regular holiday trips to Abersoch, swapping the beaches of the Caribbean for North Wales most years.
In August 2023 she posted several family snaps of her children with the caption: 'Always the best time in Abersoch.'
Porth Mawr beach runs at nearly half a mile in length and is known among locals for its golden sand and is mainly backed by the dunes.
Explaining the lure of Abersoch, tourist body Visit Snowdonia said: 'There are three beaches at Abersoch - it's the main beach that holds the Blue Flag and the Seaside Award.

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The 11 best tents for camping trips and festivals, tried and tested

This article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. We may earn a commission when you click a link, buy a product or subscribe to a service. In the same way that there is no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing, I truly believe that there's never a bad time to camp, only unsuitable tents. And I should know; I've slept in most of them. As an adventurer, wild camper and host of the Wander Woman podcast, I explore some of the wildest places in the world with just a trusty tent for accommodation. From snow in Antarctica to torrential rain in Wales and gale force winds on the flanks of Everest, having the right tent can transform a survivable night into a very pleasant one – as long as the model you've chosen is fit for purpose. And if you're heading into the great outdoors, check out my reviews of the best camping stoves and best camping chairs. But for this article, I've tested all this year's best tents for a range of purposes, from Vango to Berghaus. You can read my reviews below, along with some advice on how to use them, but if you're in a rush, here's a quick look at my top five: Which are the best tents? At a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS How to choose the best tent Nowadays if you walk into an outdoor shop you'll be overwhelmed with choice. From pop-up or inflatable easy to pitch tents, to massive family tents (many of them larger than my first flat) and tunnels, geodesic or domes (free-standing; often heavier, but easy to move), back-to-basics super lightweight tents, bivvy bags and tarps and, of course, the ubiquitous glamper's tents of choice of bell tents and teepees, it's easy to get overwhelmed. While some of the quirkier options are often made of canvas, which is waterproof only after their first soaking, most are constructed from man made polyester and coated with silicone or polyurethane to make them waterproof. How to tell which tent is right for you? Consider weight, the total floor space and head height, not to mention the pack size, because if it won't fit in your car boot then it's no good. If you want to go into the wild, go light; if you plan only to use at festivals, go budget or blackout; and if you want to avoid arguments with the family, then definitely go for space and ease of pitch. But above all, go. Tents are not just a bunch of guy lines, collapsible poles and canvas. They represent a lot more: the freedom to explore. Why you can trust Telegraph Recommended Our thorough, real-world tests will always help you find the best product. No manufacturer ever sees Telegraph Recommended reviews before publication and we don't accept payment in exchange for favourable reviews, nor do we allow brands to pay for placement in our articles. From tents to walking boots, all reviews are based on independent expert opinion and our hands-on testing. Visit our Who We Are page to learn more. How we test tents I've slept in pretty much every kind of tent out there, both in the wilds and on campsites. Being as they represent the freedom that I crave, I take a particular interest in new technologies and always explore beyond the marketing spiel to find out if a particular model is fit for purpose. I've visited gear shows around the UK and Europe every year, checking out the latest offerings in detail and drawn upon my 14 years of experience of camping in shelters from a variety of manufacturers. Each tent style has its own criteria, but in general I look for a light pack weight to floorspace ratio, excellent waterproofing and temperature regulation, decent headroom and a tent that's simple to put up and take down. Here I've chosen the best examples of tents for every kind of camper. The best tents of 2025 1. Best Buy: Berghaus Air 600 Nightfall How we in the outdoor industry laughed when inflatable tent poles first merged onto the scene. It was easy to dismiss them as something for the casual camper crowd only, and dismiss them as a gimmick that surely offered no stability and little durability. But when outdoor brand heavyweights like Berghaus adopted the technology – and for their larger, family range – you know that there must be something in it. Case in point is this behemoth of a family option that comfortably sleeps six people in two bedrooms with space for inflatable mattresses or air beds. The bedrooms can be removed to make one giant room if you prefer, and there is a good-sized communal space in the middle. They claim it can be erected in minutes – which is technically true. It took me about 25 minutes (see below) and I'd recommend adding some time in for breaks, because it's quite a workout. It keeps the kids entertained, anyway. Once fully inflated it's very durable and extremely waterproof, with a 6,000mm hydrostatic head rating. It has some welcome well-thought-out features too, such as the small roof above the side door – great to stop you getting soaked while unzipping it. I like the darkened lining in the bedrooms to help stop kids waking up with at the first sign of sunrise, and the wheeled carry bag. In fact I fail to see how you could manoeuvre it otherwise. The main drawback may be the price, though it will last, and packed size – small car owners will struggle to fit it in the boot along with the rest of the camping paraphernalia. Key specifications 2. Best Value: Vango Voyager 400 Everyone likes a bargain, and boasting a 55-year legacy of making a host of great value offerings for Duke of Edinburgh participants across the country and beyond, it's perhaps no surprise that Scottish brand Vango strikes a good balance between cost and features. This tunnel tent is easily pitched using two poles which are colour-coded to match the sleeves they slide inside. When pegged out correctly (there's reflective tabs on the peg points so you can do it in the dark if needs be), it is a decent size for two, a bearable size when you add two kids and – honestly – a bit of a squeeze for four grown-ups. The waterproofing is good (3,000mm HH) and there are mesh panels for ventilation, though how well you pitch it can affect this. The groundsheet is made from a durable fabric and extends to inside the porch, which is an adequate size, but you'd struggle to fit in everything if four adults brought along large bags. There are a few niggles, as you'd expect at this price. The first is the weight; this is not really backpacker-friendly. The zip only opens from one side – so if you find yourself on the wrong end, nipping to the loo in the night could be awkward. Key specifications 3. Best Backpacking Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba NX Some people may be immediately put off by the price of this one. I will admit I was too before I used it. But this model is offering you something all the others cannot – total freedom. Hitting the scales at less than a laptop, it's ideal for throwing in your backpack and going properly off-grid. Normally that ability comes with a drawback of comfort and space, but not so here – instead they have used a single pole to make its dome/UFO-shape, which has shaved off kilograms found in its counterparts, all the while still giving ample headroom to enable you to sit up inside. I've used it by myself for a luxuriously spacious slumber. When used as a two-man tent the two porches and two doors make it feel much roomier, allowing you to choose one side to store bags and the other as the entry, or take a porch and entrance each. Despite the light weight, it holds its own in terms of waterproofing (1,200mm), and you can pitch it without the fly sheet on dry nights, since it's a free-standing dome, and watch the stars from your bed thanks to a mesh ceiling, which is also brilliant for ventilation. It can be tricky to get the fly to line up with the doors the first couple of times and if not pitched properly, it can flap about in high wind. I immediately swapped the tent pegs for more heavy-duty ones. But despite that, there is no denying it's a classic for wild camping aficionados like me. Key specifications 4. Best Lightweight Three-Person Tent: Nemo Dagger Osmo 3P Founded in New Hampshire over twenty years ago (NEMO stands for New England Mountain Outfitters) and still owned and operated by the man who started it all, this North American brand prides itself on designing gear perfect for far flung adventures – while still offering comfort and pledging to use sustainable materials. The Nemo 3 (also offered as a 2-person version) is a great example of this ethos. Not only is it by far one of the lightest 3-person tents on the market, it is also made from 100 per cent recycled fabric and is very quick to pitch. The lightweight aluminium poles as well as the inner and fly tabs are colour coded making erecting it intuitive. Waterproof-wise, it's chemical-free and still keeps rain out well (hydrostatic head of 2,000mm). Its structure is formed from a single collapsible, pre-bent pole that forms the spine of the tent with an arm to either side to create width, making for a decent amount of headroom inside (especially for a family or close friends). My only niggle is that though it's simple to put up in high winds, it can be a bit tricky if doing it alone. A nifty design feature is the inclusion of a 'landing zone tub' which is basically a large fabric trough that keeps your gear dry from the floor in the porch while not using up precious space inside. It's by no means cheap, but then for such a lightweight, packable, family tent, that's well-thought-through and worthy of backpacking into the wilds in comfort, it's actually a small price to pay. Key specifications 5. Best Festival Tent: Coleman Festival BlackOut Over the last few years the term 'blackout walls' has been bandied around in tent-making circles – promising the best and longest night's sleep for those who otherwise tend to wake as soon as dawn breaks. For a nature lover like me, rising with the dawn is a major part of camping's appeal – unless, of course I'm at a festival. With the associated late nights that dancing like a teen (or actually being a teen) involves, a lie-in is definitely welcome. Of the many brands jumping on this particular bandwagon, Coleman is the one that has achieved the best results eliminating, they claim, 99 per cent of daylight once inside. It is dark for sure, so dark in fact you will need a torch to find things or avoid tripping over your festival friends, but that does create a little problem when it's warm – it has a tendency to overheat. Luckily there is ventilation in the form of mesh panels, but you may need to leave the door ajar in a heatwave. However, it's still a good model – offering a generous-sized porch for gear and decent headroom inside (you can even sit in a camping chair and fit). It's very easy to pitch, fire retardant and very waterproof (4,500mm). Just be sure to pack some patience, because getting it back in its bag is not an easy job. Key specifications 6. Best Bell Tent: Boutique Camping 3m Bell Tent If there's a single tent that defines the glamping genre it has to be the bell tent. Many campsites offer ready-pitched numbers to rent, complete with proper beds and rugs inside. If you're a convert to this style, you can start saving money by buying and transporting your own bell tent with you on your travels. Boutique Camping was formed 12 years ago by two festival-loving friends. This online store has evolved from initially selling a single design to offering a multitude of options. This is their classic model but with a twist – whereas canvas needs to be wetted before it is naturally waterproof (no hydrostatic head rating here), this one has been made with a synthetic and anti-mould polyester canvas-look waterproof treated fabric, which will see you through rainy nights straight out the bag. I'll level with you, pitching will take practice. There's a single centre pole to create the height and an additional metal frame to shape the door, but once you get the hang of it, with a couple of pairs of hands it can be done within half an hour. There's plenty of ventilation (the side panels even lift up all the way round its base), the groundsheet is heavy-duty and you can even opt to pay more and add an inner tent if you'd prefer. Plus, the price is nearly as attractive as the limited-edition rainbow design. Key specifications 7. Best Teepee Tent: Eurohike Teepee Tent Perhaps the most iconic of all the tent shapes is the teepee. Usually, you'd be looking at an easy £1k to have your own, but renowned budget brand Eurohike has come up with a much more affordable alternative. From the outside it certainly looks the part, with the classic shape and single mast pole design, and inside the headroom is good and the floor space adequate – though four people and sleeping bags would feel squashed. There are low-level vents to help with airflow, plus a mesh door which can also help stop condensation – the only issue is that it's a single-skin model – so no separate fly and inner. The polyester fabric offers good waterproofing (2,000mm) however with no separate inner and four people inside, condensation could easily be an issue. For occasional use in summer, or a year-round addition to the garden this is a great option, but for the full glamping experience, you may need to pay a little more. Key specifications 8. Best Car Roof Tent: Quechua Roof Tent MH500 Can it go on any car? After much research, ­'no' has definitely been the resounding answer, although, in all fairness, I do drive a three-door VW Fox. However, if you are lucky enough to have a five-door vehicle that can take a load greater than 75kg, doesn't have inbuilt roofbars that run lengthwise, has 78cm between both sides of it as well as a distance between the roof and roof bar greater than 7.5cm (with the bar tube itself less than 9.5cm in width), and no obtrusive aerial housing in the way, then you may be in luck. To experience this safari style of camping, I borrowed my dad's car and, indeed, my dad – there's no way you can install this tent on your own. By far the trickiest part was taking it out of the box, lifting it and slotting it (with a high potential for paint scratch) over the roof rack, using special screws to secure it in place. Once that's done, the rest is easy. Secure the waterproof cover using the inbuilt bungee cords, then pitching involves undoing the bright yellow straps and, quite ingeniously, using the included telescopic ladder to pull the tent open and lock it into place. Inside it feels sturdier than you'd think. Though it has a low roof it didn't feel cramped even with two of us. The inbuilt mattress is wonderfully comfy. The self-holding vents allow airflow through the waterproof polyester outer sheet and a black inner wall keeps it dark for lie-ins. On campsite, it's a great conversation starter and kids love it. A five-year warranty gives peace of mind that it should be durable, too. Key specifications 9. Best Tent for Cycle Touring: Terra Nova Hoolie Compact 2 ETC Look at a picture of this offering and you may be surprised to see it classed as a two-person model only – that's because it looks huge. And it is. With a whopping 6.8 square metres of floor space, a huge portion of the Hoolie is actually its porch. In fact it's so big you could easily sleep another two in here (albeit without a ground sheet). This makes it a great option if you're touring on bikes (you can store them safely in with you) or kids in trailers, or dogs. It also works well in bad weather as you have an area where you can comfortably get organised and dressed in without having to get wet. When it comes to rain you are more than covered with great waterproofness (4,000mm) and a thick groundsheet. Pitch-wise the three-pole tunnel is a breeze to erect with colour-coded poles and sleeves, and the inner and outer sheets are pitched as one, saving you faff. If there are a couple of you the tent weight can be split easily (detach the above) which then offers an incredible amount of space for the weight. Inside the sleeping area is a mesh door for keeping out bugs and, for added ventilation, the porch can be opened both sides to keep things cool in warm weather. Key specifications 10. Best Budget Family Tent for Occasional Summer Use: Outsunny 5-6 Man Camping Tent with Bag This tent is unbelievably cheap for the size compared to others here. But it is worth stating that the small print declares this model 'sits six', and I found it actually only sleeps four people comfortably. There are a couple of desirable features. It has a window on every side to let lots of light in and provide good ventilation, and there are storage pockets for stowing items. The raincover can also be left off to allow yet more air to circulate and you have the chance to sleep watching the stars on mild nights. However, in more typical British weather, this clip-on-clip-off mini fly sheet can be blown off fairly easily and allows water to get inside – so it's not surprising that Outsunny suggests using the tent in mild weather. That would certainly be my advice. There's no porch to sit or leave muddy boots in, the finish is not as good as others (as with most budget models) and the tent pegs will likely need replacing for a better pitch. Speaking of pitching, the instructions are tricky to follow but you can muddle through. It's a basic cross over central structure comprising two poles, then two further poles with which you create traction through pegging it out to create the tunnel shape. Be prepared that you do get what you pay for. A low-priced family camping option that will likely not last till the kids grow up, but it does come with a six-month guarantee for defects. This is a decent money saving option worth trying. Key specifications 11. Best Dome Tent for Groups of Friends: Teton Mountain Ultra 4-Person Founded in Utah, USA, a decade ago, Teton set out to manufacture affordable and easy to use outdoor equipment. And in pitching up the Mountain Ultra 4, it was indeed uncomplicated, consisting of two main poles that cross over each other to create a dome shape, and a further horizontal bar to help hold the fly out to increase ventilation. You pitch the inner first, then add the waterproof fly sheet afterwards. The first thing you notice is the height, which is welcome and rare for a mid-size tent. The fly goes on easily and can be left off if you're lucky enough to experience good weather to give a more open air sleeping experience. The finish is decent, though I would replace the tent pegs for more sturdy ones to make it easy to tackle all the different terrain in the UK. There is no porch, however, which for a four person tent is a bit of an oversight. It means there's nowhere sheltered to cook in or even for holding wet gear and footwear in during bad weather. It's also a bit heavy compared to some, especially as the price for this size is not as competitive as others. But it is worth noting that it comes in several sizes, from a one person offering (for as little as £60) to a two-, three- and four-person model. All in all an easy to pitch, potentially cheap option, good for friends to share a space to sit up at night chatting without feeling on top of each other. Key specifications Tent FAQs How are you supposed to fold a pop up tent? Gather up all the pole edges together in one hand and turn the whole thing vertically in front of you. Push down from the highest point, folding the poles in on themselves as they start to give and collapse into the base. It will eventually form the same shape it started as enabling you to easily pack it away in its bag. If all else fails there are videos on YouTube for most models. How do you waterproof a tent? A good tent will be waterproof from purchase but UV rays and dirt will lessen its effectiveness. Nikwax and Grangers sell tent reproofing sprays that you simply apply on an erect tent and leave to dry. What's the best way to clean a tent? As soon as you return from a camping trip, shake and brush off any dirt. Spray and scrub it with a tent cleaning solution (which will also restore waterproofness, prevent mould and offer protection from UV) then hang it out to dry. Is it legal to sleep in a roof tent in the UK? It is legal to physically sleep in one, but it is classed as wild camping so you would need the landowner's permission especially because you are technically in or rather 'on' a vehicle. To play it safe it's better to stay in a campsite. View the latest Blacks and Decathlon deals.

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Coleen Rooney shows off rock-hard abs in a bikini on holiday with husband Wayne in Ibiza

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20 hours ago

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Experience: I've walked across three countries in a straight line

Growing up, I loved the outdoors. I gallivanted through the Staffordshire countryside with my stepbrother, Greg. We used to pick a point in the distance and create 'missions' to walk towards it. It was a mischievous challenge that saw us hopping fences, wading through rivers and sneaking around farmers. I was also obsessed with maps, and even read the Birmingham A-Z for fun. When Google Earth came out in 2005, I spent hours studying satellite images. As I got older, countryside adventures became rarer. In 2018, I was working as a van driver but made videos about geography and map-based games in my spare time. I found myself craving a challenge. I thought back to my hedge-hopping days. What if, instead of walking across a few fields, I could cross the width of a whole country – and in a perfectly straight line? I had no idea if it was possible, but using mapping software, I plotted a line across Wales from the English border to the west coast. Following a straight line might sound – literally – straightforward; the reality is anything but. Plot the wrong course, and you'll end up reaching rows of houses that are impossible to pass. You're forced to shimmy or climb over every obstacle. Trips would take multiple days, so I would carry food and toilet roll in my backpack and a tent to camp in at night. I would have to eat, sleep and 'use the toilet' without leaving the line. And even if I managed to navigate all these, there was still a risk being thrown off private farmland. My parents and my girlfriend, Verity, were sceptical and also concerned for my safety. They may have had a point. I didn't train for my first attempt, in early 2019. I got stuck on a mountain with no signal, darkness falling and hypothermia setting in. I had to abort the mission. Nonetheless, when I posted the footage online, I was blown away by the response. Viewers loved the silliness and originality of the concept, and recognised my joy as I scrambled over barbed wire, across rivers and through fields of startled sheep. I'd failed but knew I had to keep trying. After another failed Wales attempt in 2020, I decided to try Norway. The north of the country is less than 30km wide, with few farms and a right to roam – so no risk of angry farmers. But the landscape was alien to me. On one occasion, I barely escaped from a peat bog after being trapped up to my waist. Still, after two days, I finished it – crossing an entire country in a straight line for the first time. Verity was there at the finish line. It felt amazing to share the moment with her. But I couldn't stop there. After my first video, others began to try their own missions. In 2023, two straight-liners told me they planned to cross Wales. By that point, a GPS malfunction had caused my third attempt to fail; the idea of someone else doing it first was devastating. I devised a new route, prioritising mountains over farmland. It was longer, but I felt that avoiding farmers gave me the best chance of completion. I was right, and finished it in February that year, after four days. The satisfaction was incredible. Next came England, something I'd long thought was impossible. The route was more than 100km, twice the length of most of my previous walks. I travelled lighter and a crew followed me in a support van. We met whenever my line crossed a road, and I'd restock my supplies and sleep. It was my toughest challenge yet. Much of the route was forest, and on the last day I hit a sea of fallen trees. The height of the pile, and sharpness of the branches, meant a single slip could be fatal. I faced a gut-wrenching decision: abandon the mission after six days of pain or risk my life to continue. Miraculously, I found a route avoiding the worst of it and got to the end. Still, I'm glad I won't have to do it again. Since then, I've become a father, and my appetite for danger has changed. I'm incredibly thankful to my viewers, whose support has enabled me to do these challenges full-time. I'm certainly not your typical adventurer. But if I were to have any label, that's the one I'd choose – after all, isn't it every kid's dream? As told to Ed Harding Do you have an experience to share? Email experience@