What size Homecamp bell tent is best for me?


As a rule of thumb:

  • A 4m* bell tent will comfortably accommodate up to 4 adults and is perfect for a couple or a small family.
  • A 4.5m* bell tent will comfortably accommodate up to 6 adults and is an excellent choice for those who want some extra room or a larger family.
  • A 5m* bell tent will comfortably accommodate up to 8 adults. It’s the perfect size for a larger family or group and the size favoured by accommodation businesses as there is plenty of room for a king or queen-size bed (or two!) and/or furniture.

*NOTE: A bell tent shape is not circular - it is an irregular shape with 13 sides that vary in length including a large door section. Therefore,  the tent size is derived from the longest diagonal length across the tent (refer to the diagrams below).  Due to the nature of our small production scale, measurements are for general purposes and may vary slightly with each individual product. Whilst we try to ensure each item is to spec, variations may occur during the pattern cut and sewing process resulting in marginal differences in the actual tent measurements (we estimate no more than 5% ).  

Camping with a stove? 

If you are planning to camp with a wood fire stove then we recommend allowing at least a fifth to a quarter of the tent space for the stove (depending on the size of the stove and tent) - ideally you would have at least a metre of clear space in front of the stove so that campers can move around without hazard. 

Please see our original Bell Tent size guide or read below...

Choosing the right size bell tent for you and your camping posse is absolutely key, and can mean the difference between a cramped and luxurious trip away. Here’s our handy guide to choosing the right size canvas bell tent.

Quick Look

Homecamp Bell Tents come in three sizes; 4m, 4.5m and 5m. Both our Classic Bell Tent and Touring Bell Tent use the same dimensions. ‘The Classic Bell’ is made from a slightly thicker canvas than the ‘Touring Bell’, and comes with a built-in chimney flap for camping with a stove.


How many adults fit inside a Homecamp Bell Tent?

  • Our 4m Bell Tent will comfortably accommodate 4 adults and is great for a couple or a small family.
  • Our 4.5m Bell Tent will comfortably accommodate 6 adults and is an excellent choice for those who want some extra room or have a larger family.
  • Our 5m Bell Tent will comfortably accommodate 8 adults. It’s the perfect size for a larger family or group, and the size favoured by accommodation businesses as there is plenty of room for a king or queen-size bed (or two!) along with additional furniture.

Bell Tent dimensions

  • 4m (diagonal width) x 2.5m (height)
  • 4.5m (diagonal width) x 2.75m (height)
  • 5m (diagonal width) x 3m (height)

How many beds can you fit in a Homecamp Bell Tent?

No matter your mattress setup, you’ll have room to play in a Homecamp Bell Tent. Here are some common configurations to help you visualise each different size tent. 

Bell Tent dimensions

  • 4m (diagonal width) x 2.5m (height)
  • 4.5m (diagonal width) x 2.75m (height)
  • 5m (diagonal width) x 3m (height)

How many beds can you fit in a Homecamp Bell Tent?

No matter your mattress setup, you’ll have room to play in a Homecamp Bell Tent. Here are some common configurations to help you visualise each different size tent. 

Homecamp Bell Tent & Winnerwell Stove Set Up (aka "hot-tent")

Homecamp Bell Tent with side walls rolled up for airflow