Choosing the right sleeping bag makes the difference between a great night's sleep and a miserable one. At Newquay Camping Shop in Cornwall, we stock sleeping bags for every type of camper — from budget festival bags to serious 4-season down bags for year-round adventurers. Here's everything you need to know.
Understanding Sleeping Bag Temperature Ratings
All sleeping bags are rated to EN/ISO standards with three temperatures:
- Comfort — the temperature at which a standard woman sleeps comfortably
- Limit — the temperature at which a standard man sleeps comfortably
- Extreme — the survival minimum (not recommended for regular use)
As a rule of thumb, choose a bag rated at least 5°C colder than the lowest temperature you expect. For summer camping in Cornwall, a comfort rating of around 5–10°C is usually sufficient. For spring/autumn, aim for 0°C comfort or lower.
2-Season Sleeping Bags — Summer & Festival Camping
Vango Ember Single Sleeping Bag — £19.99
The most affordable bag in our range — a square-shaped 2-season bag with comfort rating of 8°C and limit of 4°C. Lightweight at 1.25 kg, packs to 37 x 21 cm. Great for summer festivals and warm-weather camping. Suitable for users up to 190 cm.
Vango Stellar Single Sleeping Bag — £34.99
A step up from the Ember — double layer construction for greater warmth, shaped hood with drawcord, insulated zip baffle, and auto-lock two-way zip. Polair shell and lining. A solid all-rounder for summer camping in Cornwall.
Outwell Campion Lux Sleeping Bag — £34.99
A 3-season rectangular bag with comfort rating of 5°C and limit of -1°C. Microfibre polyester outer, brushed polyester lining, 1,200 g Isofill insulation, and full-length zip baffle. 225 x 85 cm, 1.6 kg. A great value family camping bag.
Outwell Celestial Sleeping Bag — £49.99
A stylish polycotton shell with soft cotton flannel lining — breathable, moisture-absorbent, and genuinely comfortable. Comfort rating 9°C, limit 5°C. 2-season. 225 x 80 cm, 1.9 kg. Perfect for summer camping in Cornwall.
Outwell Celestial Lux Single Sleeping Bag — £49.99
The wider, warmer version of the Celestial — 5 cm extra width, more insulation (1,150 g Isofill), comfort rating 6°C, limit 1°C. 3-season. Opens fully as a duvet. 225 x 85 cm, 2.2 kg.
3-Season & 4-Season Sleeping Bags
Vango Nitestar Alpha 450 Sleeping Bag — £48.99
An award-winning mummy bag with Alpha insulation — comfort -4°C, limit -11°C, extreme -31°C. Offset double layer construction eliminates cold spots. 2.3 kg, packs to 32 x 24 cm. Ideal for year-round camping and DofE expeditions.
Vango Zenith 400 Sleeping Bag — £69.99
An eco-friendly 4-season mummy bag made from recycled Polair Z Eco fabric with Insulite Helix Eco fill. Comfort -1°C, limit -7°C, extreme -24°C. Includes mosquito nets at head and foot, insulated zip baffle, 3D hood, and a fleece-lined stuffsack that doubles as a pillow. 2.25 kg. DofE recommended.
Outwell Camper Lux Single Sleeping Bag — £89.99
A premium polycotton shell with cotton flannel lining and 1,400 g Isofill insulation. Comfort 0°C, limit -6°C, extreme -23°C. Built-in pillow, zip-off hood, opens fully as a duvet, and two singles zip together into a double. 2.7 kg. One of our best-selling sleeping bags for serious campers.
Outwell Camper Lux Double Sleeping Bag — £117.99
The double version — 235 x 150 cm, 2,200 g Isofill, comfort 5°C, limit -1°C, extreme -16°C. Built-in pillows, zip-off hoods, and splits into two separate duvets. 4 kg. Perfect for couples camping in Cornwall.
Down Sleeping Bags — Lightweight & Packable
Vango Cobra 600 Down Sleeping Bag — £229.00
The premium option — 90/10 700 Fill Power Goose Down with Welded Box Wall construction for maximum loft and zero cold spots. Comfort -5°C, limit -12°C, extreme -30°C. Thermal Reverb aluminised layer reflects body heat back. Just 1.1 kg and packs to a tiny stuffsack. For serious trekkers and year-round adventurers.
Children's Sleeping Bags
Outwell Convertible Junior Sleeping Bag — £29.99
Designed to grow with your child — adjustable body length from 140 to 170 cm. 2-season, mummy shape, comfort hood, full-length zip baffle. 1.12 kg. A brilliant investment that lasts several years.
Sleeping Bag Comparison
| Bag | Season | Comfort | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vango Ember Single | 2 | 8°C | 1.25 kg | £19.99 |
| Vango Stellar Single | 2 | — | — | £34.99 |
| Outwell Campion Lux | 3 | 5°C | 1.6 kg | £34.99 |
| Outwell Convertible Junior | 2 | — | 1.12 kg | £29.99 |
| Outwell Celestial | 2 | 9°C | 1.9 kg | £49.99 |
| Outwell Celestial Lux | 3 | 6°C | 2.2 kg | £49.99 |
| Vango Nitestar Alpha 450 | 4 | -4°C | 2.3 kg | £48.99 |
| Vango Zenith 400 | 4 | -1°C | 2.25 kg | £69.99 |
| Outwell Camper Lux Single | 3-4 | 0°C | 2.7 kg | £89.99 |
| Outwell Camper Lux Double | 3-4 | 5°C | 4 kg | £117.99 |
| Vango Cobra 600 Down | 4 | -5°C | 1.1 kg | £229.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What sleeping bag do I need for summer camping in Cornwall?
For summer camping in Cornwall, a 2-season bag with a comfort rating of around 5–10°C is usually sufficient. The Outwell Celestial or Vango Stellar are great choices for warm Cornish nights.
What's the difference between a mummy and rectangular sleeping bag?
Mummy bags taper from shoulders to feet — warmer and more packable but less room to move. Rectangular bags offer more space and can open as a duvet, but are bulkier and less thermally efficient.
Can two sleeping bags zip together?
Yes — the Outwell Camper Lux Single is available in left and right zip versions that zip together to form a double. Check the product listing for zip side options.
Where can I buy sleeping bags in Cornwall?
Browse the full range in store at Newquay Camping Shop in Newquay, Cornwall, or order online with UK delivery. Our team are happy to help you find the right sleeping bag for your trip.
