It doesn’t matter if you’re going with family, friends, with a partner or alone – if you’re heading out on a camping trip then check out our list of great camping equipment that you can’t leave home without.

A camping kettle

What could be worse than being stuck out in the woods without a cup of tea in sight? Well, probably quite a few things, but that is one nightmare that ranks highly on our list. A camping kettle is surely a must-have piece of camping equipment to make your expedition into nature even more enjoyable. Opt for a fantastic stainless steel option that you can heat over a stove, or go for an electrical option if you plan to have access to a power outlet.

Gas stove

Speaking of stoves – you’ll need one to heat up the water in your kettle and ensure that you don’t end up living off chocolate and crisps for the duration of your camping trip. Aside from your tent, a gas stove is definitely a piece of camping equipment you won’t want to leave home without. Try out this fun party grill stove if you plan to do a lot of cooking, or simply opt for an easy gas stove if you just want to heat up the kettle for tea and soup as and when you need it.

Cool box

Aside from heating things up, you’ll also need a place to keep things cool. Ice cream, water and perishables will need a cool box to ensure that everything stays as it should. A simple insulated cool box is perfect for most situations, but if you want something a bit sturdier, then why not opt for a fantastic camping fridge if you have the power source available?

Outdoor toilet

Nipping off to the woods is not ideal every time you feel the call of nature. An often-neglected piece of camping equipment, camping toilets can be an absolute gem when you really need them! From simple Porta Pottis to outstanding camping toilets that can be used indoors and outdoors.

Airbed Pump

It may seem obvious, but there’s nothing like not having an airbed pump when you need one. Having the right airbed pump can save you a lot of time, hassle and energy. A rechargeable pump will make quick work of airbeds, beach toys and other inflatables, whereas a hand pump is ideal for smaller items.

This list of necessary camping equipment is certainly not exhaustive, but it’s a good place to start if you’re wondering what you definitely need to bring on your next camping holiday.