Starlite 1 Tent
The Ultimate Lightweight Solo Tent
- Pro Protection: 3-Season rated with 7,000mm HH groundsheet.
- Ultra-Compact: Only 29cm packed length—fits anywhere.
- Liteweight: Just 1.12kg total weight.
ONLY £279
The Terra Nova Heritage
Terra Nova Equipment has a long, respected heritage of tent-making; having produced some of the world’s best outdoor gear since 1980. The Terra Nova ‘Best in Class’ design ethos drives an ambition to use and develop some of the best components and materials available. Tried and tested in our labs and in the most extreme environments across the planet, Terra Nova’s award-winning products are considered the brand of choice for most outdoor professionals across the globe.
1980
The brand was born out of Ben and Marion Wintringham’s deep involvement in the North Wales and South Pembroke climbing scenes, where they identified gaps in the existing equipment of the time.
1981
the Kennel series of hoop tents were revolutionary at the time for bridging the gap between a minimal bivi bag and a full-scale tent.
The Kennel: Designed as a “super-lightweight one-man tent.” It was marketed for solo expeditions—from the Himalayas to the British hills—and weighed only 2lb 9oz (approx. 1.16 kg).
The Superkennel: A larger two-man version with a zippered porch for gear storage and cooking, weighing 5lb 4oz (approx. 2.38 kg).
GORE-TEX bibs designed for maximum durability and total protection
GORE-TEX and Cordura hand-wear system offering rugged weather protection
1982
A self-supporting, four-season GORE-TEX dome tent designed to provide maximum stability and headroom with a minimal ground footprint.
1983
Then called the Sapphire, it went on to become a staple of basecamps across the world. It featured a self-supporting structure with four shock-corded alloy poles, a PU nylon fly with hot-air taped seams, and a versatile double-zipped porch at each end for storage and downwind access. Designed to sleep two comfortably (or three in an emergency), it offered a choice between a PU nylon or high-durability neoprene groundsheet, with the full kit weighing in at approximately 3.28kg to 3.52kg.
The Himalayas Put Our Earliest Tents to the Test
1984
After several years of successful collaboration ,Wild Country officially acquired Wintergear to bring its high-end soft goods and tent designs under one roof. Production moved from Ben and Marion Wintringham’s original workshops in North Wales to Wild Country’s base in Tideswell, Derbyshire.
1990
The first ascent of Monte Roncagli in Tierra del Fuego
1993
Following the de-merger of Wild Country Ltd. The Extremities Brand was also aquired during this period
1994
Watershed was the first PU/silicone-coated fabric designed specifically to eliminate seam-sealant reliance by offering superior water-shedding and UV resistance.
1999
While Terra Nova focuses on ultralight, premium materials, Wild Country adapts those same designs using more affordable, durable fabrics.
Peter Ireland and his team trekked the route of the world’s highest cable car, ascending to 4,200m through alpine “paramo” vegetation despite altitude sickness and hypothermia.
2000
Andy Utting and Carolyn Budding acquire terra nova equipment moves its offices and UK Manufacturing from Alfreton to Clay Cross
2002
A 12,000km journey by tandem trike testing gear from sandstorms to 50°C heat
2003
Mark Vallance, the founder of Wild Country, returned to Terra Nova as a non-executive director to provide strategic guidance and product expertise.
Andrew Cooney became the youngest person to walk to the South Pole, enduring -30°C temperatures over 730 miles.
Steve Perry’s seven-month “Ultimate Walk” included summiting every 3,000-foot peak and all 284 Munros along the 1,000-mile route.
The Eagle Ski Club completed a successful ski expedition of the 6,387m peak in India, navigating ice falls and storms.
2004
Laserlite 1145.3g (40.39oz) a 1-2 person tent engineered to weigh approximately the same as a 1kg bag of sugar
2005
Laser Competition 930g (32.8oz)
Nigel Vardy continued his “7 x 7” island challenge, climbing Mt. Kinabalu and Mt. Api while surviving a near-fatal river boat capsizing.
used as the main fabric in all our Bivi Bags
2006
Julie-Ann Clyma and Roger Payne attempted first ascents of several virgin peaks above the Singkhamo Glacier alongside Sikkimese climbers.
Steve Perry completed a 121-day winter mission to summit all 284 Scottish Munros
2007
Laser Photon 790g (27.9oz)
Terra Nova provided over 70 tents, including a custom summit shelter, for groundbreaking high-altitude medical research on hypoxia.
Terra Nova
Outdoormagic.com
2008
Antony Jinman and Vijay Shah skied 200km across an ice cap in -60°C to inspire youth and study climate change.
Joff Summerfield circumnavigated the globe on a penny farthing, including the first Himalayan crossing on a high-wheeler.
2009
Applying the same “ultralight” philosophy we used for our record-breaking tents. These packs were specifically designed to be the lightest fully-featured options available at the time.
Stephen Venables retraced Shackleton’s traverse on skis, using reinforced tents to withstand the island’s notorious sub-Antarctic winds.
John Shipton and a team of four retraced Eric Shipton’s 210km 1960-61 North-to-South ice cap crossing.
2010
Laser Photon Elite 587.9g (20.7oz)
Stephen Pyke broke the Munro Round record, summiting all 283 peaks in just 39 days using a sub-1kg tent.
2011
Founded by John Harris and Rhona Carr, debuting with an initial collection of 40 uniquely designed tents. the brand was born because they were bored by the “sea of green and blue” tents at outdoor trade shows.
Olympic athlete James Cracknell used a Gore-Tex bivi to survive “The Coldest Race on Earth” during his recovery.
Laser Ultra 1
The Great Outdoors
Laser Photon 1
Trail Magazine
2012
First to use Bonded Seams in commercially produced tents, with the launch of the Terra Nova Voyager Ultra 2
Terra Nova Hyperspace tents survived a powerful avalanche wind blast in the Western Cwm, protecting the Lhotse team.
Two Terra Nova staff members tested gear in 100 mph gusts and blizzard conditions during a rugged weekend traverse.
Moonlite Bag Cover
The Great Outdoors
Super Inferno Mitts
The Great Outdoors
Laser Competition 2
Trek & Mountain
Zephyros 2
Outdoor Enthusiast
Laser Competition 1
Trail Magazine
2013
Leo Houlding used double-poled Hyperspace tents as “hurricane shelters” while filming a new route on the Ulvetanna peak.
Olivier Moly embarked on a 3,000km solo hike from Cape Reinga to Bluff, carrying the world’s lightest tent for emergency shelter.
Zac Clayton cycled 29,000km across Europe, Asia, and Australia in ten months, raising funds for WaterAid while using a 330g sleeping bag.
Trisar 2
Outdoor Enthusiast
Laser 35
The Great Outdoors
Zephyros 2
The Great Outdoors
Hoolie 2
Trek & Mountain
Laser Photon 1
Oppad Outdoor Awards
2014
Nigel Vardy tested the Wild Country Coshee 2 across various terrains, praising its 2kg pack weight and quick solo pitching.
Storm Glove GTX
The Great Outdoors
Hoolie 2
Outdoor Enthusiast
2015
Rob Small, a burns survivor, led a 31-day expedition to the South Pole to study DNA “survival switches” in extreme cold.
Trail Lite Trekking Pole
The Great Outdoors
Zephyros 2
Trail Magazine
2016
a completely free-standing, 4-season design winning an Outdoor Industry Award. and quickly becoming a fan favourite.
Southern Cross 1
UK Outdoor Industry
Southern Cross 2
The Great Outdoors
Laser Competition 1 Footprint
The Great Outdoors
Zephyros 4 Living
Trail Magazine
2017
A specialised line for bikepacking and cycle touring, featuring pack length of only 29cm. By using more segments in the poles, Terra Nova made these some of the most “packable” tents on the market.
The UK Antarctic Heritage Trust used Hyperspace tents for a month-long mission to survey and repair the historic Base Y.
The Turner Twins reached the South American Pole of Inaccessibility, a 2,500km journey through diverse terrain for medical research.
Helm 1
Trail Magazine
Laser 25
Trail Magazine
Trail Lite Trekking Pole
The Great Outdoors
Blizzard 2
The Great Outdoors
2018
A dedicated range of cycling-specific packs and bags. Designed to complement our lightweight shelters, like the Laser Compact, which are popular for bikepacking due to their small pack size.
Antares Reflective Beanie
Equestrian Trade News
2019
Nigel Vardy completed the 900km JoBerg2C mountain bike race, overcoming an ACL injury and technical descents across the Drakensberg Mountains.
Terra Nova Tents
Owner Satisfaction Awards
Laser Compact 2
Outdoor Industry Award
2020
Designed as the home-from-home Tent, combining massive living spaces and blackout bedrooms with a high-speed inflatable beam system that pitches in minutes.
Zephyros Compact 2
T3 Awards
Zephyros Compact 2
The Telegraph
Zonda 8EP
Camping Magazine Editor Choice Awards
2021
A high-visibility fabric technology that uses millions of microscopic glass beads to reflect light.
Zephyros Compact 1
Trail Magazine
Zonda 4EP
Camping Magazine Editor’s Choice Awards
Helm Compact 2
Trail Magazine
Maze Runner Reflective Glove
Women’s Running Awards
2022
Now proudly employee-owned, ensuring our legacy of British innovation and world-class craftsmanship remains in the hands of the experts who build your gear
Helm Compact 1
Trail Magazine
Helm Compact 2
Trail Magazine
Laser Compact 1
TGO Magazine
2023
To celebrate 40 years of the iconic Quasar we released a Limited Edition 40th Anniversary Expedition Quasar. Only 40 units of this specific edition were produced, each handmade in our Derbyshire factory and individualised with a unique serial number and a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the expert who made it.
To mark the 40th anniversary of the Quasar, James Mead shared his 1997 ski-touring expedition where the team endured -30°C nights and witnessed the Hale-Bopp comet.
Andrew Denton celebrated his 60th birthday with an unsupported ski expedition through the Akshayuk Pass, enduring temperatures as low as -36°C.
Laser Compact AS
TGO Magazine
Helm Compact 1
Trail Magazine
Pioneer 2
Trail Magazine
Laser Competition 2
Owner Satisfaction Awards
2024
On the 25th anniversary of a survival story that cost him his toes and fingers, “Mr. Frostbite” Nigel Vardy returned to Denali Base Camp to face the mountain that changed his life.
Terra Nova
Camping Awards
Wild Country
Owener Satisfcation Awards
Wild Country
Owner Satisfaction Awards
Terra Nova
Owner Satisfaction Awards
2025
Our triple-ripstop fabric that bridges the gap between extreme performance and environmental responsibility. Engineered for adventurers, this high-tenacity weave combines the strength of nylon with the no-sag stability of polyester, ensuring your shelter remains taut and secure harshest conditions.
Terra Nova served as the official shelter partner for a 10-day, 250km team endurance run across Iceland’s volcanic plains and glaciers.
Halny Elite 1
The Great Outdoors
Halny Elite 2
The Great Outdoors
Terra Nova
Camping & Caravanning Club
Our Brands
Explore Terra Nova, Wild Country and Extremities—engineered for every adventure.
Terra Nova
World-class outdoor gear, tested in labs and the planet’s toughest environments. Built to perform, designed to endure.
Wild Country
UK-designed tents that balance quality, simplicity and value — perfect for everyday adventures.
Extremities
Trusted head, hand and foot protection. Designed in the UK for life in all conditions — from peaks to pavements.