Camping season is back, and whether you’re pitching up in the Lakes, braving a muddy field in Wales, or attempting to wrangle kids, tents, dogs and marshmallows into one weekend of ‘relaxation’ — we’re here to help.
We’ve pulled together a handful of reliable, affordable, and downright clever bits of kit that’ll make your next trip feel less like an endurance challenge and more like a proper break.
From lighting to power to that all-important cooling breeze, here are our camping essentials for 2025:
🏮 Nebo Galileo Tempest 350 Lantern
Warm glow. No faff. Everyone can see their pyjamas.
This cracking little lantern is one of our go-to picks for any camping trip. It’s bright without being blinding, compact enough to hang in your tent or plonk on a table, and powered by regular AAA batteries. No awkward cables, no drama.
It’s the kind of light you want when you’re trying to locate a toothbrush, a toddler’s sock, or the dog (again) after sundown.
Hands-free. Red light mode. Runs on both rechargeable and alkaline batteries.
The NU35 is for campers who don’t want to be caught out in the dark — but also don’t want to blind their partner on a midnight loo dash. It’s USB rechargeable and accepts AAA alkaline batteries, which is a total win if you're off-grid.
The red light mode is ideal for keeping things subtle at night (and keeping the tent from turning into a nightclub at 2am).
Pocket-sized and powerful with adjustable focusing.
For those “Where’s the torch?!” moments, the XP11R delivers. With a beam range that’ll spot your wayward dog before it gets too far into the woods, and the flexibility to run on rechargeable or AAA alkaline batteries, it’s the definition of reliable.
🔋 GP B10B Power Bank (10,000 mAh)
Keeps the phones alive. And the peace.
The GP B10B is sleek, smart, and surprisingly powerful. With 10,000 mAh capacity, you’ll have more than enough juice to keep the lights on, the music playing, and the emergency weather-checking going strong.
If you’ve ever had to explain to a teenager that they can’t charge their phone, you’ll understand why this is a campsite must.
Because sometimes it’s hot. And sometimes it’s the dog.
Small but mighty, the iTurbo is rechargeable, portable, and brilliant for cooling down tents, small humans, or very warm dogs. It’s one of those bits of kit you never knew you needed — until you try to nap in a stuffy tent with no breeze.
And yes, everyone will want a go.
No gas. No flame. Just windproof wizardry.
This one’s still a firm favourite (and yes — it’s still brilliant). The True Utility Plasma Lighter is USB rechargeable, completely flameless, and comes with a flexible, retractable neck so you can light BBQs, stoves and candles safely — even in strong winds.
It’ll spark up over 300 times per charge and withstand winds up to 80mph. No soggy matches, no flicking frustration, and no gas canisters rattling around in your bag.
🏕 Bonus Tips for Stress-Free Camping:
-Pack head torches in the top of the bag, they’re always needed first.
-Keep your electronics (power bank, phone, torch, tablet etc.) in a dry bag - or a sandwich bag if you’re in a pinch.
-Don’t forget spare batteries (even if everything’s rechargeable, backups are gold). The Storacell battery holders are super useful for storing and transporting batteries.
-Ensure the tent poles are stored with the tent.. We've been burned by that one before!
Whether you’re a camping pro or it’s your first time under canvas, having the right gear makes a world of difference. And best of all? This whole kit won’t break the bank.
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Here’s to clear nights, dry socks, and no cows in the campsite.
– Laura & the Torch Direct Team
