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We bought a massive great bundle of stuff second hand off e-bay last year for £500. Everything you need (and more) to go camping. After out first trip, we had an idea on what we didn't need, will never use and what needed changing. We sold some bits, recouped a bit of cash and changed it.

There are four of us. Two adults and two very-big-kids-for-their-age at 8 and 12. We have Hi-Gear Kalahari 8 tent with porch. It is just about the right size for us to be comfortable with all our gear for 3+ nights stay. We have just bought a Vango Icarus 500 5-man tent for up to 3 nights stay and we wouldn't go any smaller. For 5 of you, I'd recommend the Kalahari 8 size.

If buying second-hand, take someone with you who knows what to look for in a tent. We were very fortunate with our purchase as the seller on e-bay had done a comprehensive list with many excellent photos of the items, so we were able to work out the initial cost of the stuff. We paid £500 for about £1300 quids worth!