With Glastonbury just days away and Latitude, Camp Bestival, Reading and Leeds all on the horizon (not to mention plenty more festivals to come over the summer), now’s the perfect time to grab those all-important camping essentials you won’t be able to survive without. From tents to sleeping bags, chairs, headlamps, even a trolley to help you transport it all across the fields – we’ve literally thought of everything. We’ve even found those little extras that can save you money – like a portable stove, cutlery, and a cool box too.
Trust us when we say, packing an extra-large thermos will make that brew in the morning taste even better – and soothe your sore head from the night before. And if you’re heading out soon or need to brush up on your tent-pitching skills, don’t worry – most stockists offer next-day delivery. You’ll be a pro in no time!
Camping Essentials:
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The Basecamp 250 Sleeping Bag:
Perfect for summer nights, providing insulation to keep you warm and cozy. Its mummy shape contours to your body, ensuring that no heat escapes while you sleep.*
Professional Grill Box:
From mouth-watering grilled salmon to your favourite kebabs, grilled food always brings a bit of joy. The Professional Grill Box lets you achieve perfectly grilled dishes every time. Featuring Camp Chef’s patented heat diffuser system, it minimises hot spots and converts flames into infrared heat, vaporising grease drippings and infusing your food with rich, delicious flavours. The pre-seasoned cast-iron grilling surface holds and distributes heat evenly, enhancing your grilling experience.*
HiiPeak Camping Bed:
HiiPeak’s new design features creative hexagon shape air cells with a pillow. The hexagon shape air cells ergonomically support all of your pressure points, and the built-in pillow is designed to relieve back and neck pressure, no matter if you sleep on your back or side. This Camping bed is 3.5 – 4 inches thick and 27.6 inches wide, keeping your body away from uneven ground and hard rocks, ensuring maximum comfort and warmth.*
Double Walled Rubber Finish Flask:
The Double Walled Rubber Finish Flask is perfect for chilly winter outings and daily use. With a 500ml capacity, it’s insulated to keep your drinks at the right temperature, and the double wall ensures the exterior stays cool to the touch.*
Vango Pinnacle 32L 5 Piece Cool Box Set:
The Vango Pinnacle 32L 5 Piece Cool Box Set includes a 4.5L additional cool box, a 2.5L flask, and 2 ice bricks to keep your items chilled longer. With the main cooler holding 46 cans or 6 two-litre bottles upright, you’ll have plenty of space for everything. Insulated with polyurethane foam, it stays cool for up to 72 hours. Additional features include a soft grip carry handle and a lid compartment to keep your belongings safe.*
Advanced COB Flashlight:
The advanced COB flashlight is much brighter and more energy-efficient than conventional LED headlights, extending battery life by up to 80%. It has a 30M irradiation range, adjustable head circumference for comfort, and a beam angle of up to 45 degrees. The headlight is stable and has three light modes: high, low, and strobe, suitable for various situations. It provides strong light in high mode, conserves power in low mode, and is useful in emergencies with strobe mode. Lightweight at 0.18lbs, it’s perfect for activities like jogging, cycling, camping, and hiking. Six AAA batteries are also included for convenience.*
Vango’s Stainless Steel Camping Kettle:
Vango’s Stainless Steel Camping Kettle is a versatile and durable kettle with a 2.0-litre capacity, perfect for camping trips or home use. The heat-resistant handle folds for easy storage, saving space. The push-pull spout opens and closes effortlessly and whistles to signal boiling. The lid also detaches completely for convenient filling.*
Tectake Camping Chairs:
This set of 2 camping chairs from Tectake is perfect for parties, outdoor excursions, festivals, fishing trips, and camping holidays. These lightweight, easy-folding chairs are as essential as a tent or sleeping bag for campsite comfort. With a stable steel frame and durable polyester fabric, they are low-maintenance and weather-resistant. The right armrest includes a cup holder for added convenience. Compact when folded, these chairs are easy to transport and set up, making them ideal for any outdoor adventure.*
Camping Cutlery Set:
This beautiful camping cutlery set includes a large plate, a bowl, a large capacity cup, and a stainless steel knife, fork, and spoon. The BPA-free, non-toxic, and odourless plates and cups are made of lightweight, unbreakable, and sturdy PP material. The high-quality stainless steel cutlery is durable and robust. The set is perfect for holding various foods like fruits, desserts, salads, and pasta, making it ideal for school, camping, picnics, and daily meals at home. It’s easy to store and convenient for long walks, beach parties, and more.*
Pop-Up Tent:
Perfect for camping, whether you’re at a festival or embarking on an outdoor adventure, this pop-up tent is ready in seconds. Designed for two people, it includes guy ropes and tent pegs to ensure stability.*
Picnic Blanket:
This picnic blanket is perfect for picnics in the park, garden parties, camping, and any outdoor events. It measures 125 x 150cm in size. It folds to a compact size for easy storage and transportation, featuring a built-in carry handle for added convenience. The blanket also has a waterproof backing to keep you dry and comfortable.*
Festival Trolley:
This festival trolley features a spacious 300L capacity and can support weights up to 150 KG, ensuring you can transport all your gear in one trip. With a sturdy steel frame and durable board, it withstands frequent use and heavy loads effortlessly. Experience the convenience of our folding trolley, making your outdoor adventures exceptionally comfortable and stress-free.Did we forget anything or think there’s something we should add? Maybe just the kitchen sink… Follow Metro across our social channels, on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your views in the comments below.