We're off to a beautiful yurt this half term at Barefoot Yurts which we are giddily excited about - more to follow on that adventure soon! It got us thinking about the additional kit you need to take with you when you are off for a weekend of Camping Scamping.
We've done some of the hard work for you and sourced a low, mid and high price item for each bit of kit and all come highly recommended.
We're not receiving any affiliate fees for these suggestions, so you can relax knowing there is no bias here! If any of the companies mentioned in this blog would like us to look in more details at any of their products, just drop us a line at info@campingscamping.co.uk and we would be happy to put your product through its paces and offer an honest review!
Tents:
The options for tents are almost limitless depending on your location, number, season, needs etc. So, we have limited these options to a family of four, camping (i.e. not clinging to the side of an exposed mountain!) and it being Autumn.
Low Price: You can never go wrong with a Vango tent - this one has integral ground-sheet and porch and comes fitted with a "Lights Out" sleeping compartment (£230): Vango Cragmore 400
Mid Price: How about a tipi style 4 season tent with stove hole? Try this OneTigris Rock Fortress Hot Tent (£259 via Amazon). Although adding the ground sheet and stove will bring you to around £430: OneTigris Rock Fortress Hot Tent
High Price: Really push the boat out with a 5m fire retardant bell tent with stove hole from Life Under Canvas (£645). You can add a stove for an additional £179 for a spacious and cosy-warm night's sleep!: Life Under Canvas Bell Tent with Stove Hole
Comfy Bedding:
Low Price: Check out this affordable winter sleeping bag from Mountain Warehouse (currently on sale at £34.99) to keep you warm and snug during chilly nights: Mountain Warehouse Sleeping Bag
Mid Price: For a bit more comfort, consider this highly rated Atlas 350 sleeping bag from Vango (£45) with added insulation: Vango Sleeping Bag
High Price: If you're looking for top-notch quality, this premium high performance, cold night, sleeping bag from Rab (£215) will ensure a luxurious night's sleep: Rab Sleeping Bag
Warm Clothing:
Low Price: Stay cosy with this affordable fleece jacket from Regatta (£30-35): Women's Regatta Fleece Jacket / Men's Half-Zip Fleece
Mid Price: Upgrade to this highly recommended insulated jacket from The North Face (£115-135) for extra warmth: Men's Hybrid Insulated Jacket / Women's Puffer Jacket
High Price: For ultimate warmth and style, consider this premium down jacket from Arc'teryx (£620-625): Arc'teryx Women's Down Jacket / Arc'teryx Men's Down Jacket
Cooking Essentials:
Low Price: This affordable camping stove from Campingaz (£19.99 via Amazon) will have you cooking up a storm: Campingaz Camping Stove
Mid Price: Upgrade to this highly rated portable Frigg gas stove from Primus (£46) for more cooking power: Primus Portable Gas Stove
High Price: For a top-of-the-line cooking experience, consider this premium multi-fuel stove from MSR (£194 via Amazon): MSR Multi-Fuel Stove
Dehydrated Hiking Meals:
Low Price: Stock up on affordable camping food essentials at Decathlon, like this tasty and warming Moroccan Bean Stew meal (£4.95): Decathlon Camping Food
Mid Price: Upgrade to these delicious freeze-dried meals from Summit To Eat (£8.50 from Blacks) for a more adventurous and expansive camping dining experience: Summit To Eat Freeze-Dried Meal
High Price: For gourmet camping meals, check out Firepot by Outdoorfood (£10.79 for the large pouch size) with a range of delicious options including this fabulous Porcini Mushroom Risotto: Firepot by Outdoorfood
Entertainment:
Low Price: Keep yourself entertained with this affordable deck of playing cards from Amazon (£0.99 ): Playing Cards
Mid Price: Enjoy board game fun with this portable travel game compendium from Masters Traditional Games (£17.99): Travel Wooden Games Compendium
High Price: For stargazers, consider this premium travel telescope from Celestron with smart phone adaptor (£129 via Amazon): Celestron Telescope
Walking Boots:
Low Price: These affordable hiking boots from Karrimor (£74.99-89.99) will keep your feet comfortable and supported: Men's Karrimor Hiking Boots / Women's Hiking Boots
Mid Price: Upgrade to these highly recommended hiking boots from Salomon (£150-175) for enhanced durability and performance: Men's Salomon Hiking Boots / Women's Salomon Hiking Boots
High Price: For top-of-the-line hiking boots, consider these premium "Trail Magazine Gear of the Year 2023" pairs from Scarpa (£230) for ultimate comfort and protection: Women's Scarpa Hiking Boots / Men's Scarpa Hiking Boots
Toiletries:
Low Price: Stock up on toiletries at Superdrug, like this fabulous bamboo travel toothbrush (£12.50): Superdrug Travel Bamboo Toothbrush
Mid Price: Upgrade to this Temple Spa set (£20) for a more luxurious shower experience: Travel Therapies Luxury Travel Bathroom Kit
High Price: Treat yourself to this premium travel toiletry set from Aesop (£55) for a touch of luxury in the wilderness: Aesop Toiletry Set
Water Bottles:
Low Price: Stay hydrated sustainably with this affordable best rated reusable water bottle from Decathlon (£4.99): Decathlon Reusable Water Bottle
Mid Price: For a premium eco-friendly option, consider this stylish glass water bottle from bkr (£28) for a touch of elegance: bkr Water Bottle
High Price: Upgrade to this highly rated, funky, stainless steel water bottle from Chilly's (£40) to bring a smile every time you take a sip: Chilly's Stainless Steel Water Bottle
Remember, these are just a few suggestions to enhance your camping experience. Feel free to mix and match based on your preferences and budget. So, pack your bags with these essentials, and get ready for a weekend filled with cosy nights, outdoor adventures, and unforgettable memories!
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