The Best Camping Gadgets and Accessories to buy in 2024
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The Best Camping Gadgets and Accessories for 2024

Looking to add a little more comfort or tech to your camping kit? The brands behind these camping gadgets have used innovative technology and practical thinking to produce accessories well worth the hype. 

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1. Matador Pocket Blanket

Matador Pocket Blanket

This versatile water-repellent and puncture-resistant blanket is perfect for taking on walks, bike rides, trips to the beach and picnics. The great thing about the pocket blanket is you can fold it up, pop it back into its case, and it fits comfortably in your pocket.

Find it here from £28.95.

2. Coleman 360° Light and Sound Lantern

Coleman 360 Lantern

There’s nothing better than a multitasking item on a camping trip to save space and impress fellow campers. This Colman 360° outdoor lantern is great for both inside and out once the sun goes down with high, medium and low light settings. Couple that with its integrated Bluetooth speaker and rechargeable battery, and you’ll soon find that this becomes one of the best camping gadgets to have with you.

Find it here from £39.99. 

3. Hi-Gear Reflective Ropes

Hi Gear Reflective Ropes

If you’re a regular camper, you’ve probably experienced the struggle of dodging guy ropes in the dark. These affordable reflective ropes from Hi-Gear are great camping accessories that will bounce back light from a torch, preventing any trips or falls. It’ll help you and your fellow campers avoid trips.

Find it here from £4.

Club members can get an additional 10% off Go Outdoors.

4. Hi-Gear Folding Toaster

Hi Gear Folding Toaster

If you’re camping on a pitch without an electric hookup or you don’t have space to pack a toaster, this is a great alternative. Simply set the rack up on your camping stove and let the heat do its job.

Find it here from £6.

Club members can get an additional 10% off Go Outdoors.

5. Gorilla Tape

Gorilla Tape tent

Not necessarily a gadget, but this tape is a great all-rounder and can be invaluable if something breaks while you’re camping. Gorilla tape is extra strong, double-thick and incredibly tough. The tape can be used on all kinds of surfaces and is sure to come in handy.

Find it here from £8.99.

Club members can get an additional 10% off Halfords.

6. Luci Outdoor 2.0 Pro Inflatable Solar Light

Luci Outdoor inflatable light

This brilliant camping gadget is great for those on the go. The Inflatable solar light has four brightness modes, and it’s able to recharge your phone and other gadgets. As the light is completely solar powered, you can charge it during the day, and it can last up to 50 hours.

Find it here from £45.

Club members can get an additional 10% off Go Outdoors.

7. Hydro Flask

hydro-flask

On a warm, sunny day, there’s nothing better than a cold refreshing drink to cool you down while you’re out exploring. Hydro Flask can keep your drink cool for up to 24 hours and warm for 12. The stainless steel design comes in lots of different colours and sizes.

Find it here from £23.

Club members can get an additional 15% off at Cotswold Outdoor.

8. Hi-Gear Cooler Stand

Hi Gear Cooler

Fill this waterproof cooler with ice, add your favourite drinks and you’ve got yourself the ideal set-up for a BBQ or beach picnic. You can use it both on and off the stand, so it’s great for taking to the beach. It packs away fairly compactly too, making it suitable for campers to transport.

Find it here from £30.

Club members can get an additional 10% off Go Outdoors.

9. Vango Deep Sleep Thermo Pillow

Vango Deep Seep pillow

With an ultra-compact carry bag and quick inflation time, this insulated pillow is the best camping gadget for anyone on the move or tight on space. A good night’s sleep is essential while camping, and with ergonomic support, this pillow should help you achieve a restful night.

Find it here from £22.50.

Club members can get an additional 10% off Go Outdoors.

10. BeeBee Wax Wraps

Beebee Beeswax

As we all make more effort to produce less plastic waste, we find ourselves looking out for non-gimmicky alternatives. These beeswax wraps are a great replacement for cling film, sandwich bags, or foil.

Find it here from £10.

11. Ruffwear Quencher Food and Water Bowl

Ruffwear Quencher Bowl

This is the ultimate travel dog bowl. It packs down really small, is sturdy when in use and comes in different sizes depending on your pooch. The waterproof lining means it can hold water, and it’s really easy to clean.

Find it here from £22.95.

12. Ruffwear Mt. Bachelor Pad

Ruffwear Bachelor Pad

Another great travel item for your furry friend. This packable bed is lightweight but comfortable and brilliant for different environments. It’s important to insulate your dog’s bed in cold weather, and this, with a Highlands Pad underneath, would make a great winter camping bed.

Find it here from £94.96.

13. Gentlemen's Hardware BBQ Multi-Tool

bbq

With an integral spatula, basting brush, fork, bottle opener and corkscrew, this is a great camping gadget to stop you from losing any of your BBQ accessories.

Find it here from £35.00.

14. Microfiber Towels

towels

Drying wet towels while camping can be tricky in bad weather. Microfiber towels, however, are quick to absorb water and dry super fast. You can use them for showering, cleaning, on outdoor adventures, and they’re very useful for dog owners. 

Find it here from £17.99. 

Club members can get an additional 15% off Mountain Warehouse

15. CGear Sand-Free Multi Mats

Beach Towel

Love the beach but not so keen on the sand? These mats are designed so that any sand on top of the towel will fall right through and no sand can come back up from the bottom. Lay it under your towel or picnic blanket, and never have a sandy sandwich again.

Find it here from £39.99.

16. SealSkinz Waterproof Socks

Puddle Jumping

Camping during poor weather, especially if you’re planning lots of walking can be miserable if you haven’t got the right kit. Keep your feet dry and warm with these comfy waterproof socks.

Find it here from £26.49.

Club members can get an additional 10% off Go Outdoors

17. GoPro 10

Action Camera

Capture your adventures on camera with the stunning GoPro. The GoPro 10 is tougher than ever and waterproof up to 33ft, meaning you can explore more and capture crisp video content.

Find it here from £450.

Club members can get an additional 15% off Blacks

18. MH7 LED Head Torch

head torch

Need a bit of extra light on your camping trip? A great camping gadget is the MH7 LED. It’s a high-quality, multifunctional head torch that comes with a variety of light and power settings. The torch also has rechargeable batteries so you can kickstart your adventures straight away.

Find it here from £56.

Club members can get an additional 15% off Blacks.

19. Outlery Collapsible Cutlery

Outlery Cutlery

When space is at a premium, the Outlery collapsible cutlery sets are brilliant. As the world's smallest cutlery set, this is a camping gadget that’ll be useful for years to come.  

Find it here from £34. 

20. Crimpit

Enjoy yummy snacks like never before using CRIMPiT products. Create sealed food parcels ready for heating on your camping stove or alternatively enjoying your snack cold!

Find it here from £9.99.

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