Essential Camping Equipment Checklist

The task of preparing for a camping trip can, at times, seem overwhelming. Our camping checkilist will take the stress away and ensure you don’t forget any of those all-important essentials.

Accommodation & Accessories:

Making sure your days and nights are as comfortable and warm as they can be by having the correct tent, equipment and accessories is vital. Use out list below to make sure you have all the necessary items and if there’s anything you’re missing simply use the link in the titles to look for it!

* Tent, both inner sheet and flysheet.
* Tent poles
* Tent pegs, including spares
* Guy ropes
* Mallet or hammer
* Roll/ foam mat, airbed or self-inflating mat
* Sleeping bag
* Pillow
* Air Pump and adaptors

Cooking Essentials:

There’s nothing worse than lacking the proper equipment to make a cuppa when in the great outdoors or remembering to take the beans, but forgetting the tin opener. This foolproof list ensures you don’t forget any of those crucial items needed to cook up a storm in a field.

* Cooking Stove
* Fuel, firelighters, gas, charcoal & matches
* Water Carrier
* Coolbox
* Bottled Water
* Thermos flask
* Pans
* Kettle
* Bowls & plates
* Cutlery eg, knives, forks, spoons, including teaspoons and sharp preparation knives
* Cooking Utensils eg. tongs and wooden spoons
* Tin opener
* Bottle opener
* Cups
* Washing up bowl
* Washing up liquid
* Washing up sponge & cloths
* Tea towels
* Binbags
* Tea, coffee, sugar & milk
* Wine & beer
* Food

Outdoor Clothing:

Cold and soggy feet can ruin even the best of trips. By layering up you ensure that your body stays at a comfortable temperature, regardless of the weather. Waterproof footwear will also make those nightly trips across to the toilet block much more comfortable.

* Rucksack
* Waterproof coat
* Waterproof shoes/boats
* Warm socks
* Warm clothing, plenty of layers
* Blanket
* Gloves
* Hat

Personal Products:

These items are basic but invaluable! Forgetting the toilet roll is a big no-no. Use this list to ensure you stay fresh throughout your trip.

* Toilet Roll
* Antibacterial hand gel
* Towel & flannel
* Toothbrush & toothpaste
* Showergel & shampoo
* Suncream
* Shaving products
* Deodorant
* Baby wipes

Other Essentials:

Finding your way around site in the dark will be a real challenge without the necessary equipment. A good torch is vital, along with a few other items, to make your trip comfortable and hassle free!

* Torch
* Batteries
* Lantern to hang from tent
* Firstaid kit, including antihistamines & painkillers
* Camping chairs
* Mobile phone & Charger
* Solar shower
* Emergency money

Print out this list of essentials and tick the items as you pack them to make sure you don’t forget anything.