Best Camping Accessories 2025: Must-Have Gear for Outdoor Adventures

There’s no better way to blast away the cobwebs than spending a night sleeping under canvas, deep in the wild. The amount of kit you can take on a camping trip can be pretty confusing though - choose right, and you’re living the dream; choose wrong, and you’re cold, wet and swearing at tent poles. Our guide to the best camping accessories has been designed to cut through the noise so you can pack smart and camp in comfort, no matter where the adventure takes you.

So grab your hiking boots, waterproof jacket, and a pen and paper - it's time to compile the ultimate camping accessory wishlist!

What Camping Accessories Do You Need?

The main things you need for camping, apart from the obvious (tent!) are a camp bed or sleeping mat, sleeping bag (our sister site's guide to the best sleeping bags and best sleeping mats will point you in the right direction), and something to cook on. Most other things can be considered comfort items, but, if you want happy campers you'll need to carefully consider what you take with you.

For instance, the best camping chairs will let you chill in comfort, but avoid the supermarket bought versions which aren't particularly well built and don't last.

Then you have other bits of furniture like tables, storage systems, and even kitchen units which are super handy if you're going camping with the family.

The main considerations to think about when buying camping accessories are weight/size and cost versus practicality and comfort. Although you can buy inflatable sofas, camping wardrobes, insanely comfortable and warm self inflating double beds, luxurious sleeping bags etc. is all that going to fit in your car?

Camping accessories can also be really expensive, our advice is to shop around online for the best prices and check out the likes of Alpkit, Decathlon and Go Outdoors for good quality, but inexpensive versions of items you're interested in buying.

Either way, our list of recommended kit should get you started on your way to camping bliss.

Solo Stove Ranger 2.0

£184.99

The Solo Stove Ranger 2.0 is a compact, portable fire pit that brings all the fun of a roaring campfire - without the eye-stinging smoke, scorch marks or wildfire risk. Its clever double-wall design creates a super-efficient, low-smoke burn, while the elevated base and ash pan mean no charred earth or mess left behind.

Lightweight and compact, it’s ideal for vanlifers, holiday campers, and off-grid adventurers who want real flames without compromising safety or the landscape.

Quick to light, easy to clean, and safer for the wild places we love, the Ranger 2.0 lets you enjoy fireside warmth while treading lightly.

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YETI 10 oz Rambler Mug

£25

The YETI 10 oz Rambler Mug is built for those who like their brews bold and their gear bombproof.

Double-wall vacuum insulation keeps your coffee hot—or your post-hike beer cold—while the tough stainless steel body shrugs off bumps, drops, and life on the trail.

The MagSlider lid adds splash resistance (though it’s not leakproof), and the wide handle gives you a solid grip, even with gloves on. At just the right size for morning essentials or fireside sipping, this mug is a rugged little workhorse for campers, vanlifers, and anyone who takes their hot drinks seriously in the wild.

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Campingaz Camping Kitchen 2 CV Gas Stove

A camping stove that comes in at around £60 from most online retailers, the Campingaz Camping Kitchen 2 CV offers simplicity and value. Ideal for whipping up everything from trail breakfasts to campsite feasts, it's a solid choice for weekend campers, festival goers, or van-based adventurers who want a little luxury without lugging the kitchen sink.

Two rather fierce burners output enough heat to boil water in around 6min 30sec (if you’re in a hurry) and the enamelled steel pan supports are dishwasher safe. They also offer a modicum of wind protection, and crucially you can fit a large saucepan and frying pan on the burners side-by-side. There is no piezo ignitor or grill to speak of, but these aren’t deal breakers for us, and the simplicity leads to a light weight and compact size.

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Helinox PLAY Collection

£40-£145 

This range of premium portable games builds upon Helinox’s raison d’etre - to bring people together to enjoy the outdoors.

As you’d expect from the Korean brand, all four of the games in the new collection are lightweight, packable, supremely well designed, and built to last.

Choose from Yutnori (a traditional Korean table game), StringTrees (based on the US game of shuffleboard), HeliDrop (a beanbag throwing game), and HeliDisc (flying disc game) – and head outside for some fun.

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Quechua Inflatable Camping Tent - 4 Person, 2 Bedroom

£449.99

Designed for four people, this tent comes with two spacious bedrooms, and a generous 5.9 m² living area with a 1.95 m peak height - aka plenty of room to stand up straight and move around without hunching! 

The inflatable, all-in-one structure means setup is a breeze (15 mins pitching time), especially with the Quechua Ultim Comfort pump (sold separately). The Fresh & Black fabric keeps the interior cool and dark, so you're guaranteed to get a good night's sleep no matter how light and hot it is..... 

Additional perks include a zip-up groundsheet to keep rain at bay, ample storage pockets, and shuttered windows for privacy. Weighing 18.5 kg, it's best suited for car camping. At £449.99, it's a solid investment for comfort and convenience in the great outdoors.

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Aeropress Go Travel Coffee Maker

£44.99

Meet the AeroPress Go - your trusty companion for brewing barista-level coffee wherever the adventure takes you!

Weighing in at just 326g and cleverly packing into its own 15oz mug, it’s the MacGyver of coffee makers. Whether you're conquering mountains or chilling on the campsite, it delivers smooth, grit-free coffee - hot or cold - in under two minutes.

The clever and compact design includes a plunger, chamber, scoop, stirrer, and filter holder, which all fit snugly into the mug with a leak-resistant lid. With a brewing capacity of 8oz, it’s perfect for solo sippers or sharing with a fellow caffeine enthusiast. 

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Lifesaver Cube 

£149.99

Lifesaver's Cube is different from most water filters in that it was developed for humanitarian aid. It allows you to make safe drinking water out of most sources, even a muddy puddle, thanks to 99.99% removal of bacteria, viruses, and cysts. It has a large 5l capacity and cleans up to 5000 litres of water before the filter needs replacing.

It works simply enough. Fill the tank, pump, and then release water through a little quarter-turn tap. It also features a replaceable Activated Carbon Disc for chemical and heavy metal reduction as well as removing bad taste and odour, effective for up to 100 litres.

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Helinox Side Table 

£49.95

Lightweight, stowable AND comfortable camping? Usually you have to pick two, not so with Helinox and their range of chairs, tables and beds which all use high grade materials to achieve a solid balance between the three.

Their Side Table is simple in design but results in a reasonably sturdy side table that looks pretty cool, weighs less than half a kilo, packs down to the size of a small tennis racket, but provides enough space for G&T’s for two on it’s plastic top and DAC aluminium alloy legs.

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SNPSHT Screenless Digital Camera

£65

The SNPSHT screenless digital camera is the ultimate solution for adventurers looking to disconnect and immerse themselves in the moment. 

Weighing just 110g, it's super-portable - ideal for day hikes, weekends at festivals, and all manner of spontaneous adventures - and the absence of a screen encourages users to stay present, free from the distractions of instant photo reviews.

It comes loaded with a bunch of built-in filters that give your pics a super nostalgic twist - think grainy 90s vibes, lo-fi film tones, saturated colour pops, and moody monochrome. The twist? You have no idea which filter you're shooting with until you upload the photos after your trip. It's part lucky dip, part art project, and entirely freeing.

The anticipation of having to wait to view your photos post-trip adds a mega dollop of old-school excitement to your outdoor adventures, and with a battery life supporting up to 500 shots and a 4GB memory card, you can simply snap away to your heart's content.

Want to really make memories? Just click, forget, and enjoy the surprise later. 

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LE Camping Lantern

£22

The LE Camping Lantern is a bright little beast that punches well above its price tag. 

Pumping out up to 1000 lumens, it’s ideal for lighting up your whole campsite, tent, or zombie-free wilderness cabin. It runs on three D-cell batteries, delivering up to 12 hours of runtime on high and an impressive 25 hours on lower settings.

With four light modes (including a warm white for a cosier glow), it’s versatile enough for night cooking, reading or impromptu dance-offs. It’s IPX4 water-resistant, tough enough for unpredictable weather, and has a handy carry handle with a hook for hanging. Budget brilliance.

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Zempire Monstamat Twin Camping Mat

£245

Looking for ultimate sleeping comfort and warmth? Then you need to invest in a self-inflating mat, or SIM. This double-width option from Zempire is about as sumptuous as it gets without taking your actual bed with you.

You get 10cm of cross-cored foam to sink into at night as well as easy inflation and deflation from the 360 valve. The material on the bottom is super thick, making it durable on rough camp ground, and the top is covered in a luxurious stretch fabric, although for ultimate glamping comfort use your best cotton sheet.

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Sea to Summit Frontier Ultralight Collapsible Dinnerware Set

£45

The Sea to Summit Frontier Ultralight Collapsible Dinnerware Set is a solo backpacker's dream come true.

Weighing just 197g, this 3-piece set - comprising a medium bowl, large bowl, and cup - collapses to a mere 17mm - a genuine space-saving marvel!

Constructed from BPA-free, food-grade silicone and reinforced with glass-reinforced nylon, it's both durable and heat-resistant, and the clever design ensures every last bite is within reach, thanks to the bowl's curvature matching Sea to Summit spoons.

Perfect for solo adventurers, it nests neatly inside the Frontier 2L Pouring Pot, ensuring your pack stays light and organized.

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Quechua Inflatable Camp Bed Base

£79.99

Want even more home-from-home luxury? Pair your self-inflating mat with Quechua’s genius inflatable camping base and you’ve got a bed that would satisfy even the princess from 'The Princess and the Pea'.

Although it takes a bit of working out, once up, your bed is raised from the ground, so you no longer need crawl around on the floor before getting comfortable. The mat is sold separately but the base can take up to 70cm width and a very generous 200cm length, or combine with another of the same model to make a full size double.

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Campingaz Chef Stove and Grill

£53.95

One of the first things to think about on any camping trip is how you’re going to cook your grub. For car camping or festival-life (i.e. not carrying kit in a backpack) we recommend a twin burner stove, preferably with a grill included. This gives you enough space to boil, fry and grill at the same time, for a proper square meal.

Campingaz’ Chef stove is just about as straightforward and no frills as you can get but it does the job and does it well. It has two fearsome burners plus a small grill for single slices of toast or the odd chicken breast. All this is wrapped in a carry case for easy transportation.

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YETI Roadie 15 Cool Box

£175

Looking for the coolest cooler on the campsite? Enter the YETI Roadie 15 - a compact, rugged cooler designed for solo adventurers or duos on day trips or overnight getaways. With a 15L capacity, it holds up to 22 cans or 7.4 kg of ice, and can accommodate standard wine or 2L drinks bottles lying down.

The PermaFrost insulation and ColdLock gasket ensure contents stay chilled for up to 48 hours. Weighing in at just 4.4 kg, it's highly portable, and comes with a DoubleDuty shoulder strap and LipGrip handles to make transporting your goodies a treat....

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Sea to Summit Frontier Light Long Spork

£10

The Sea to Summit Frontier Ultralight Long Handle Spork is the unsung hero of backcountry dining! Its extended reach (8.3 inches) is perfect for digging into those deep freeze-dried meal pouches without getting your digits all sauced up.

Built from hard-anodized aircraft-grade aluminum, it's both featherlight at 11g and tough enough to withstand the demands of the trail. The semi-polished bowl ensures a pleasant mouthfeel, while the unique handle profile adds strength and allows for stacking with other Frontier utensils.

Whether you're rehydrating meals on a multi-day trek or enjoying a quick campsite lunch, this spork keeps your hands clean and your appetite satisfied. Win, win!

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Alpkit Viper Head Torch

£25.99

The Alpkit Viper head torch punches well above its £25.99 price tag, making it a standout choice for campers, hikers, and night runners seeking reliable illumination without breaking the bank.

Delivering up to 240 lumens with a 115m beam, it offers five lighting modes - including a reactive sensor that auto-adjusts brightness based on your surroundings, conserving battery life and reducing manual fiddling.

The IPX6 rating ensures performance in heavy rain, and the 95g weight won't weigh you down on the trail. With a maximum burn time of 115 hours on low and intuitive controls that are easy to operate (even with gloves), the Viper combines durability, functionality, and exceptional value.

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Vango Cobra 400 Sleeping Bag

£275

The Vango Cobra 400 sleeping bag is a top pick for fast-packers, bikepackers, and minimalist trekkers tackling spring to autumn adventures. 

Weighing just 920g and compressing to a super-compact 19 x 16cm, it slips effortlessly into your pack. Its 700 fill power hydrophobic down, combined with an aluminised lining, offers warmth down to -8°C (comfort rated at -1°C), making it ideal for cooler UK nights.

Well thought-out features like the ergonomic mummy shape, insulated zip and shoulder baffles, and the handy internal pocket all enhance its comfort and practicality. At £275, we reckon it's super good value for a lightweight, three-season down bag.

Our Gear ed tested it recently on an overnight traverse of the Black Cuillin Ridge on the Isle of Skye and was super-impressed!

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Anker PowerCore 20100 Powerbank

£35.99

The Anker PowerCore 20100 is a campsite hero disguised as a sleek black brick. With a whopping 20,100mAh capacity, it can charge your iPhone up to seven times, meaning you can spend the whole weekend in a tent without a plug in sight.

It’s surprisingly lightweight for its punch and fits easily in your pack without hogging space. Dual USB ports mean you can charge two devices at once (sharing is caring), and its PowerIQ tech ensures speedy, efficient charging. Whether you’re snapping summit selfies or keeping your head torch topped up, this powerbank is your off-grid energy insurance.

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Campingaz Party Grill 400 CV Camping BBQ & Stove

£129.99

An all-in-one cooking/BBQ solution for camping trips, the Party Grill CV is one of our favourite campsite accessories.

The neat casing reveals a range of cooking options packaged up like Russian dolls. You can cook on a standard grill, plancha or griddle for perfectly coloured sausages, and if you’re looking for a healthier option the lid even doubles as a wok.

In barbecue mode excess fat drips past the hot plate and into a clever channel in the base filled with water, this minimises mess but there is still some clean up afterwards, which is the only downside of the Party Grill 200 CV compared to a disposable barbecue.

Piezo ignition, easy and precise burner control and Campingaz CV gas compatibility make the Party Grill 200 CV one of the best overall options out there for campsite cooking.

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Hydro Flask 20 L Insulated Tote

£61.95

Hydro Flasks are one of our favourite accessories, with pretty much everyone on the Active Traveller team owning at least one. So, can the team over at Hydro Flask apply the same simple but sleek design to a tote? We think so.

The Hydro Flask 20L Insulated Tote is a stylish and sustainable sidekick for day trips, beach outings, and impromptu picnics. Weighing just 598g and measuring 35.6 × 43.2 × 18.4 cm, it’s lightweight and collapsible, so super easy to store.

Constructed from 100% recycled polyester with a durable coating, it's both eco-friendly and robust, and the BPA-free, food-grade liner with welded seams ensures spills stay contained. Water-resistant zippers keep moisture out, and the fully-lined interior is easy to clean - just wipe and go.

With a self-standing base and a handy outer pocket for essentials, this tote keeps your items chilled for up to four hours with an ice pack, making it perfect for keeping your snacks and drinks fresh on the go. Sundowners anyone?!!

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Campingaz Quickbed Double Airbed

£29.95

Can’t quite stretch to an expensive self-inflating mat? An inflatable airbed is your next best option and this one from Campingaz pairs easy inflation with luxurious comfort.

The one-way valve makes inflation super easy but this is still best done with an electric or hand pump as the bed is quite lofty.

The internal coil structure means that there is less of the bouncy castle feel than most cheaper airbeds, and comfort is decent throughout the night. The built-in pillows have to be inflated separately and feature a secret compartment under for stowing valuables. Although handy to have, we would personally rather just add our own pillows for a touch of home-from-home comfort.

With no insulation inside, the Quickbed Double is noticeably cooler at night than a self-inflating mat but used in high summer it makes a simple and highly affordable camp bed option.

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Jetboil Flash 1.0L Carbon Camping Stove

£149.99

The Jetboil Flash 1.0L is a game-changer for solo adventurers and duos who prioritize speed and efficiency on the trail. Weighing just 371g and packing down to a compact 4.25" x 7.5", it’s tailor-made for backpackers, bikepackers, and wild campers seeking a no-fuss hot meal or brew.

The integrated system includes a 1L insulated cooking cup with a color-changing heat indicator, a push-button igniter, and a bottom cover that doubles as a measuring cup and bowl. 

Fave feature? The blistering boil time of just 100 seconds for 0.5L of water. Whether you're rehydrating meals or brewing coffee, the Jetboil Flash ensures you spend less time cooking and more time adventuring. Hurrah!

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Alpkit Hunka Bivvy Bag

£59.99

This lightweight, waterproof bivvy bag lets you strip camping right back to the essentials.

Designed for fast-and-light adventures, simply inflate/roll out your sleeping mat, pop your sleeping bag inside - et voila, you're ready for bed! Made from breathable ripstop nylon with a PU coating, it's designed to keep you dry without turning you into a walking sauna. Whether you’re bedded down beneath the stars or using it as an emergency backup, it adds vital protection to your system. 

Compact enough to disappear into a rucksack, yet tough enough for rough ground, the Hunka is the go-to choice for wild campers, mountain marathoners, and minimalists who like their nights under the stars raw and rugged.

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Sougayilang Telescopic Fishing Rod and Reel Combo

£36

This collapsible fishing rod is the ideal companion for casual campers who fancy casting a line between marshmallows and morning brews. 

Super lightweight and easy to carry, it collapses down small enough to tuck into your backpack without a fuss. It comes with everything you need to get started - rod, reel, and a sense of outdoor adventure. Whether you're fishing by a loch, lake or lazy river, this combo takes the faff out of fishing. It’s sturdy, smooth to use, and perfect for beginners looking to hook their first fish (or at least tell a good story).

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Ready to put your new camping accessories to the test? Our guides to the best campsites in Wales, best campsites in the New Forest, best campsites in Cornwall, and the best campervan sites in the UK are packed full of adventure destination inspo!