The History of Camping

SYNOPSIS

People have been holidaying in tents or caravans for over 100 years. But what is so fascinating about this "temporary nomadism" and how did camping become so popular? In 19th century England, camping was a pleasure of the upper class, in the 1970s campers were considered a strange folk and today camping offers a distinctive form of freedom. From 13 horsepower, to the iconic VW Bulli, to caravans and luxurious campervans - the documentary looks at the history of camping and its odd people.