What is a field chair?

A folding outdoor chair designed to be carried and set up quickly, for use in the field, at camp, on a lodge terrace or in the garden.

What is the difference between a safari chair and a campaign chair?

Both fold for transport. Safari chairs typically have a relaxed director's-chair style with fabric seats, while campaign chairs follow the traditional military style with hardwood, brass and leather.

Are teak field chairs suitable to leave outdoors?

Teak is naturally resistant to moisture, but store chairs under cover for longer life.

Which field chair goes with a field bar?

A full-size folding safari or director's chair with arms, which sits comfortably beside a field bar and tray table.

Field Chairs: Folding Safari and Campaign Chairs

A field chair is a folding chair built to be carried, set up quickly and used outdoors, at the shooting peg, beside a fire or on a lodge terrace. Ours are made with teak and hardwood frames, ripstop or canvas seats and leather detailing, and fold for transport. Browse folding safari chairs, campaign-style chairs and compact field stools, then pair them with a field bar or tray table for a complete campaign furniture setup.

Safari Folding Teak Director's Chair - Ripstop Sand

From $595.00

(5.0)

Alcon Leather Foldable Field Seat with Backrest – Cowhide & Beech

$524.00

Cotswolds Foldable Field Seat with Backrest – Canvas & Leather

$510.00

Handcrafted leather tripod field stool with beech wood legs, foldable for easy transport

Alcon Leather Tripod Field Stool - Beech Wood

$316.00

Two brown leather shooting stools on a grassy field

Alcon Foldable Leather Field Seat – Handmade Cowhide Chair

$360.00

(5.0)

Gamebird Field Stool

$105.00

(5.0)

Cotswolds Canvas and Leather Tripod Field Stool - Beech Wood

$292.00

Savannah Safari Field Chair

$635.00

Field Seating That Earns Its Place on Every Peg

Good field seating does two things: it holds up and it looks the part. The Field Traditions safari chairs and shooting seats collection covers everything from the compact Gamebird Field Stool at $105 to the full Safari Folding Teak Director's Chair with its canvas seat and teak frame. Whether you are standing at the peg, watching the drive or sitting out a rain shower, there is a seat here that fits. All pieces are built for portability and durability, with materials chosen to last decades of field use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a safari chair?

A safari chair is a folding or portable chair designed for outdoor field and camp use, inspired by the classic furniture found at safari lodges and hunt camps. They typically feature hardwood frames, often teak, with canvas or leather seats, and fold flat for easy transport.

What's the difference between a safari chair and a shooting seat?

Safari chairs are larger, director's chair-style seats designed for relaxed sitting, ideal for drives, camp use or lodge entertaining. Shooting seats are more compact and low-profile, designed to be carried to the peg and provide comfortable support while you wait for the drive.

How much weight can safari chairs support?

Our safari chairs and field stools are built for robust use in the field. Most models support up to 120-150kg depending on the specific product. Contact us for exact weight ratings on a particular model before purchasing.

Are the safari chairs easy to transport?

Yes. All our safari chairs and field seats fold flat or down for easy carrying and storage. Most include a carry bag or strap. The Gamebird Field Stool is particularly compact and ideal for those who cover ground on foot.

Choosing the right field chair

The best field chair depends on how long you'll sit and how far you'll carry it. Use this as a starting point, and check each product page for exact dimensions.

Use	Best choice	Why
Long evenings by the fire	Full-size folding safari or director's chair, such as the Safari Folding Teak Director's Chair	Backrest and armrests for sitting for hours
A day at the peg or in the field	Folding field seat with backrest, such as the Cotswolds Foldable Field Seat	Lighter and easier to carry between stands
Short breaks and walking days	Field stool, such as the Gamebird Field Stool or Alcon Leather Tripod Field Stool	Most compact, quick to set up
Lodge terrace or garden	Teak safari chair	Suits permanent outdoor use

Size and dimensions

Each chair page lists seat height, seat width, overall width and depth, folded size and weight. As a general guide, a seat height of about 17 to 19 inches suits most adults, and a wider seat with arms is more comfortable for long sitting.

Comfort tips

Backrest and arms: choose these for evenings and events, and a stool or backless seat for quick stops.
Materials: teak frames are durable outdoors, ripstop and canvas seats dry quickly, and leather softens with use.
Portability: if you'll carry the chair a distance, check the folded size and weight before you buy.
Setting: for use beside a field bar, pick a chair with arms so a drink rests comfortably.