Geodesic Dome Tents

What a geodesic dome tent is

A geodesic dome is built from a frame of triangles joined into a round shell. Triangles do not bend out of shape, so the frame spreads wind and snow across the whole structure, which makes it very strong for its weight. The domes in this range are not tents you carry: most are semi-permanent rooms for glamping sites, gardens and events, with a PVC or polycarbonate cover. For a camping dome to take away, see dome tents.

PVC, clear, polycarbonate or event: which dome

• PVC glamping domes from 4m to 8m across, with some made to order from 9m to 35m. See glamping geodesic domes.
• Clear and panoramic domes with see-through panels for stargazing. See bubble tents.
• Polycarbonate dome rooms on aluminium frames, such as the 4.2m dome with a star projector built in.
• Event domes from 6m to 10m across, for parties and exhibitions. See party and event tents.

Wind, snow and the ground it stands on

Because these domes stay up for months or years, read their ratings the way you would for a building. The event dome here is rated for wind of 100 to 120km/h and a snow load of 75kg per square metre, and its PVC cover for a life of 5 to 10 years. The base matters as much as the dome: it needs flat, level ground and secure anchoring. One dome here says it needs no permanent foundation; read each product page for what it needs before choosing a spot.

Who a geodesic dome suits

Glamping site owners, holiday let hosts, farm stays and anyone wanting a garden room or a stargazing space. Several domes here come in colour themes for the setting, from forest to snow, and one can be combined with others into a group of domes.

Questions people ask about geodesic domes

Can I take a geodesic dome camping?

Not these. They are flat-packed structures for one place. For a tent that goes in the car, see dome tents or family tents.

How long does the cover last?

One PVC cover here is rated for 5 to 10 years. Each product page gives what the maker states.

Do I need anything inside?

Most domes arrive as the frame and cover, so a floor, beds, rugs and lights make it a room. Read each listing for what is included. See tent rugs and carpets and glamping lights and bunting.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery is included in every price and tracked to your door. Each product page says when that tent usually arrives, so check it before ordering for a set date.

More to look at

• Glamping geodesic domes
• Bubble tents
• Dome tents
• Safari tents
• Party and event tents
• Glamping
• Guide: Bell tents and glamping