Best camping chairs for festivals, picnics and more

We headed to festivals, fetes and sports events, to put a range of camping chairs to the test - (The Independent)

Portable folding chairs are so much more than just camping chairs. You don’t need to be wild camping in the highlands to find one of these useful. Whether you’re watching your kids’ sports events, enjoying a day’s fishing, having a picnic in the park or relaxing at a campsite, the best camping chairs are versatile enough to have you sitting comfortably, whatever you’re up to in the great outdoors.

Easy to carry and lightweight, folding chairs are designed to save your backside – quite literally. Think long and hard about what you’re going to be using your camping chair for, though, before adding one to your shopping basket. If you’re not going to be far from your car or tent, you might not need to factor in the chair’s weight. If you’re taking your portable seat to the beach or a festival, however, you’ll want to pick a lightweight option that folds up small.