Thetford have a long history of making portable toilets, and operation of the Qube 335 is very simple as might be expected. Press and hold the vent button while the pouring spout is pointing downwards while emptying the waster tank.

Self-contained toilets are a very popular option for those who want to manage their waste effectively. If you have mobility issues with your hands, such as tremors, painful fingers, swollen joints or paralysis, you may find it harder to prepare food, and enjoy mealtimes. Hygiene is an important concern in portable toilets, and the introduction of flushable models has significantly addressed this issue.Self-contained toilets are designed to hold waste for long periods of time with some models available with a compact plumbing system. Whilst the urine will need to be emptied frequently, the solids can stay in-situ for anything from 4 weeks to a year. The Triptips Portable Loo is another compact ‘seat+cylinder’ toilet which is excellent value and has a comfortable ‘wipe clean’ waterproof seat. The Air Head compost toilet is a durable, waterless toilet suitable for canalboats, campervans, caravans, yachts and motorhomes.

In terms of emptying the toilet which is probably the worst job on the campsite, it isn't as bad as you think. Height is an excellent 41cm off the ground and so you don’t feel like a naughty kid conducting toilet training. The Carplife loo was originally designed for anglers (hence ‘carp’) but can equally be commandeered by the camping brigade. Credit subject to status, UK residents only, Healthcare Pro is a trading name of Nottingham Rehab Limited.It can get a bit heavy, although you only have to carry the lower half to the Elsan point and this also includes a handy spout for emptying. For us, it’s worth paying that little bit extra to access the absolute best camping toilet – the one located in a bricks and mortar toilet block! In our view it’s better to not have one and then camp at a site having properly plumbed toilets which get cleaned regularly by somebody who isn’t us! Campinggaz have made sure that all surfaces which you may be in contact with have a special antibacterial coating applied, which gives some confidence when handling and also allegedly reduces unwanted smells. If you have plenty of space to use up and money to spend then the Thetford 565E is the Rolls Royce of portable loos.