Camping, What do i really need to buy?

Rachie_B

apparently not

some of us asked the same Q on this thread post 197 onwards
http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=993135&page=10

Gigervamp

pingu wrote: »

we are thinking about camping family of three 2 adults and 13 years old son

is this any good?

http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_388623_langId_-1_categoryId_165617?jspStoreDir=HalfordsConsumerDirect&mpe_id=64901&cm_cr=No+Campaign-_-Web+Activity-_-00-0905-camping-r1-1-_-PRODHOME_ESPOTRIGHT-_-00-0905-camping-r1-1&catalogId=10151&evtype=CpgnClick&intv_id=116635&langId=-1&storeId=10001&ddkey=ClickInfo

many thanks

I've just bought a 5 person Vango tent from Go Outdoors for a bargain £59.99. Pitched it out in the garden when we got back and it's a nice size. The sale price is only for this week, they were selling it for £119 last week and we did have to buy a discount card, but that was only £4 and as we were buying other stuff too, it's more than paid for itself already.

rosekitten

mobby-2554 wrote: »

OMG!

I don't mean to be rude but how do you get all that in your car?



When we first started we just got the basic things;

Tent, poles, pegs will be included.
Just make sure it ticks all the boxes for you!

Stove.
Self-Inflating Matresses
Sleeping Bags
Mallet
Torch
Cool Box
Ice Packs
Cook Set (2 saucepans, frying pan & kettle)
Plates
Bowls
Cups
Cutlery
Cooking Utensils
Can/bottle opener
Fold Up Table that seated four.
Canvas Fold-Up Chairs.

You'll soon know what other things you need yourself.

As sprogs said;

If you are camping in the UK then you are never going to be far away from a familier store if you find you have forgotten something.

This is more like the amount we used to take

We had a few trial runs in the back garden
its a good oppertunity to have a go at
putting up your tent for the first time
the number of people who turn up on
campsites with brand new tents that
have never been out of the wrapping
and get in to a real muddle.
helps if you can have a few goes first
also you can work out how everything
will fit in inside the tent. Also adds to
the exitement for the kids.

if you can work out a quick efficiant way
to erect the tent it will save a lot of strain
later especially if its raining when you arrive.

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BillScarab

The best advice is to make sure there's a pub within walking distance!

Airbeds can be cold, self inflating mats are better.

Buy as little specilaised kit as possible at first until you're sure you like it. Borrow things if possible so you can see what works for you. If you're camping at a family campsite and taking a car you really don't need to waste money on specialised lightweight kit. If you're backpacking it's a different thing entirely.

If you buy a new tent always practice putting it up before you go. It's a good idea to go over it with a hose pipe when it's up as well to see if any of the seams need sealing. Much better to find out at home than at midnight at the campsite.

niftyneil1

I have been camping for years and I believe the correct gear is useful for making your trip more comfortable. The right gear is handy but not essential. IF you are planning on doing a lot of camping buy good equipment first time rather than having to replace it all. I believe in the buy right buy once adage.

dukeofedingburghkistlist.co.uk has lots of good advise even if you are not doing Dofe it is a good place to start. For cheap kit check out Gear-zone.co.uk who seem to be the cheapest

mobby-2554

I do agree in buying the right gear 1st time but the basics, you're best not going overboard on what you buy until you've tried it.

My son in law bought everything.
He's taken my daughter away twice in it & it rained both times, she hates it & will not go again.

That's why I say just get your basics then top up on what you need!

By the way she's not like me I love it!

Drj_2

For camping - you might want to look at 4kits.co.uk - I just bought 2 Festival Kits from there - packed full of travel sze stuff - toiletries, antibacterial sanitiser spray, medical wipes, plasters, sun cream, loads of stuff!!! even a torch-whistle-keyring (to spot those guy-ropes) - all in a rucksack - ideal for camping with kids - they're designed mainly for festivals but they'd be great for camping - I also noticed you can "Build Your Own" kit on the site too & you can add more handy wipes & stuff you'll need with kids.

Happy camping!
Jordan

jess1974

My advice is to always pay a bit extra per night for electric hook up, that way if its chilly you can plug in a little fan heater.

I also take my duvet and pillows, i can't stand sleeping bags, i take my kettle from home, and also a portable loo, its no fun traipsing across the site when you need a wee at 2.00am....

Rachie_B

jess1974 wrote: »

My advice is to always pay a bit extra per night for electric hook up, that way if its chilly you can plug in a little fan heater.

I also take my duvet and pillows, i can't stand sleeping bags, i take my kettle from home, and also a portable loo, its no fun traipsing across the site when you need a wee at 2.00am....

we have been wondering whether to go for EHU or not,but on ukcampsite.co.uk forums they say that the EHU pitches on most sites are not the best!

as they are near to / in with the caravans and often noisy!

For us camping will be back to basics type holiday with no games consoles / TV etc like some people bring camping ?!!

of course some can't live without hair straightners etc :rolleyes: lol

jess1974

Oh yes i always take my straightners and hair dryer, i can't stand 'holiday hair'........