Terra Nova Solar Photon 2 Tent

Terra Nova Solar Photon 2 Tent

  • £399.95
  • (FREE Delivery to Certain Areas)
  • RRP £750.00
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  • £399.95
  • (FREE Delivery to Certain Areas)
  • RRP £750.00

The Solar Photon 2 stands out as one of the lightest self-supporting tents designed for two people. Engineered with stability as a priority, featuring front and rear fly hoods to ensure excellent ventilation, this tent is perfect for shorter excursions where minimizing weight is crucial.

  • Updated for 2023 – now completely PFC-free
  • Uses 10 denier nylon ripstop fabric for the flysheet to create a stable, lightweight tent
  • Featuring front and rear fly hoods for great ventilation
  • The stable shape has been designed for use in poor weather
  • Quick and easy pitch to save time
  • FastPack compatible – use with the flysheet and groundsheet protector for an even lighter shelter
  • 1g titanium pegs to keep the weight down

Note: Due to the super-light nature of the material used in the construction of the tent, we are unable to factory seal the seams in a conventional method. However, they are positioned and sewn in a way that minimises water penetration. It’s possible to add further protection yourself, with a seam sealer, to fully waterproof the tent.

  • Weight: 885g (1lb 15oz) / 832g (1lb 13oz)
  • Packed size: 40cm x 15cm
  • Season: 3 season
  • Flysheet: Watershed 10D Nylon Ripstop Si2 (2000mm)
  • Inner: 20D Ripstop Nylon C0
  • Groundsheet: Watershed 20D Nylon Ripstop Si2 (3000mm)
  • Poles: 8.7mm DAC NFL
  • Pegs: 14 x 1g Titanium
  • Guylines: Dyneema Reflective

 

 

 

Tent Specifications
Weight 0.885 Kg
Pack Size 40x15 cm
Waterproof Rating 2000HH
Poles Alloy
Berth 2 Person
Bedrooms 1
Fabric Nylon
Technical Help
What Size Tent Do I Need?

Tent capacities (e.g., "4-man") indicate the absolute maximum sleeping space and do not account for luggage or living comfort. When choosing a size, consider the following:

  • The number of sleepers: How many people are in each room?
  • Your bed size: A standard double airbed takes up the space of about three sleeping bags.
  • Storage space: Factor in the extra room you will need for clothing, bags, and gear. 

Our suggestion: For a family of 4, we highly recommend a 6+ berth tent to ensure comfortable living and storage space. Read our full guide to choosing the right tent.
Air Tents vs. Poled Tents: Which Should I Choose?

Both have distinct advantages depending on your camping style.

  • Air tents (inflatable): Extremely fast and easy to pitch, even for one person. They perform brilliantly in high winds because the beams flex rather than snap. They are generally heavier and more expensive.
  • Poled tents: The traditional, budget-friendly option. They have a lighter pack weight and smaller pack size, making them easier to transport, but they take longer to pitch.
What Does Hydrostatic Head (HH) Mean?

Hydrostatic Head is a way of measuring how waterproof a tent is. It indicates how many millimetres (mm) of water can pool on the fabric before it starts to seep through. 

  • 1,500mm: The minimum legal requirement to be called "waterproof" (best for light summer showers).
  • 3,000 mm-4,000 mm: The standard for most quality family tents, easily handling heavy UK rain.
  • 5,000mm+: Premium waterproofing for extreme weather and longer lifespans.
What Do Tent Seasons Mean?

Tent season ratings guide you on what weather conditions the tent is designed to withstand.

  • 1-season: Very lightweight, meant for warm summer nights and light showers (often used for festivals).
  • 2-season: Ideal for late spring to early autumn in generally fair weather.
  • 3-season: Designed for spring through autumn, capable of handling heavy rain and strong winds. (Most family tents fall here).
  • 4-season: Built for year-round use, including harsh winter weather and snow.
Do Darkened or Blackout Bedrooms Actually Work?

Yes! Many of our tents feature darkened fabrics in the sleeping areas.

  • Better sleep: They significantly reduce early morning light, helping you (and importantly, the kids) sleep past sunrise.
  • Temperature control: True blackout fabric can also help regulate temperature, keeping the bedroom cooler during the day and warmer at night.
What is a Tent Footprint, and Do I Need One?

A tent footprint is a custom-sized groundsheet that goes underneath your tent. While not strictly mandatory, we highly recommend them to protect your investment.

  • Protection: It guards your tent’s sewn-in groundsheet against sharp rocks, thorns, and rough terrain.
  • Easier packing: When it is time to go home, the footprint gets muddy instead of the bottom of your tent, making packing up much cleaner.
  • Warmth: It adds an extra layer of insulation against the cold ground. 
Does The Tent Come With Everything I Need To Pitch It?

Yes, all our tents come ready to pitch right out of the box.

  • Poled tents: Include the tent, poles, standard pegs, guylines, and a carry bag.
  • Air tents: Include the tent, a manual hand pump, standard pegs, guylines, and a carry bag.

Pro Tip: While the included pegs are great for standard grass, we always recommend buying a set of heavy-duty Hard Ground Pegs if you are camping on rocky or hardpack soil. Shop our tent pegs and mallets here.

 

For tent aftercare advice, explore our camping guides for more information on weathering, cleaning and caring for your tent, and dealing with condensation, or for help on pitching your tent.

UK Postage

To provide the best possible service we use different courier services depending on the item Size, Weight and service selected. The Couriers we use are Royal Mail, Amazon Shipping, DPD & FedEx.
Most deliveries are made per working day [Monday to Friday] and exclude bank holidays, If you feel you will not be in to receive your parcel, please take advantage of using a different delivery address where someone can take delivery. All our couriers have pick up locations and can be selected once you have the tracking number and the courier has the parcel.

Deliveries are made between 8am till 9pm unless a specific option is chosen.

All Express delivery orders must be placed no later than 11am to be posted the same day [Monday to Friday]. Orders placed after this day may be posted the following working day

England, Wales & Southern Scotland
Order Value Up to £74.99
Low value & Large Letter Size - 2-5 Working Day*  - £2.50
Standard Parcel - 2-5 Working Day - £4.00
Express Delivery 1-2 Working Day - £8.00
Before 1PM - 1-2 Working Day - £10.00

Order Value Above £75.00

Standard Parcel - 2-5 Working Day - Free
Express Delivery 1-2 Working Day - £6.00
Before 1PM - 1-2 Working Day - £10.00

  • Certain oversized items, or items with an excessive length or diameter, carry a £20 surcharge. This is added during checkout and indicated in the product description.

North Scotland,Scottish Islands, Isle Of Wight

Order Value Up to £74.99 & Under 1.99kg
Low value & Large Letter Size - 2-5 Working Day*  - £2.50
Standard Parcel - 2-5 Working Day - £4.00
Express Delivery - 1-2 Working Day - £8.00

Order Value Above £75.00 & Under 1.99kg
Standard Parcel - 2-5 Working Day - Free
Express Delivery - 1-2 Working Day - £6.00

Order Value Below £74.99 & Weight 2-4.99kg*
Standard Parcel - 2-5 Working Day - £4.00

Order Value Above £75.00 & Weight 2-4.99kg*
Standard Parcel - 2-5 Working Day - Free


Weight 5kg to 15kg - 2-7 Working Day - Flat £20.00 Charge

*This delivery service is restricted depending on Size & Weight of the parcel. If your order is of an excessive size we may have to cancel the order

Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Northern Ireland,

Order Value Up to £74.99 & Under 4.99kg
Low value & Large Letter Size - 2-5 Working Day*  - £2.50
Standard Parcel - 2-5 Working Day - £4.00
Express Delivery - 1-2 Working Day - £8.00* - Under 1.99Kg only

Order Value Above £75.00 & Under 4.99kg
Standard Parcel - 2-5 Working Day - Free
Express Delivery - 1-2 Working Day - £6.00

Weight 2.00 to 2.75kg - 2-7 Working Day - Flat £10.00 Charge
Weight 2.76 to 15kg - 2-7 Working Day - Flat £25.00 Charge

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Can I return an item?

We can accept goods back for exchange or refund or Credit, The goods need to be of re-saleable quality and all labels and relevant paperwork are present. We will not accept any item back that has been worn, or not in a re-saleable condition i.e animal hair's, odors from smoke or fragrances, or any sign that goods have been used other than inspecting indoors.

As it’s the buyer’s responsibility to post goods back, we highly recommend using a courier with the correct insurance and proof of delivery back to us. We cannot be held liable for items lost in post.

Before sending your item back please make sure of the following

  • The item is still in a new and unused condition, free of odours and pet hairs
  • All labels and swing tags are still attached to the garment, and any boxed items are kept in the original box.
  • Any items which are blister packed are still in the condition in which they are sent.
  • Tents and canopies have not been erected and still in their original box.
  • If your order included a promotional item (such as a free gift or multi-buy offer), all items must be returned in full to qualify for a complete refund; otherwise, the value of any retained items will be deducted from your refund.

Full Returns Information can be found here

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