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Summer will be soon on its way *here’s hoping* so embrace your inner Bear Grylls, whether your exploring some of the UK’s finest landmarks and places of natural beauty or are heading across the pond here we have a cultivated list of all the must pack camping essentials for life out in the sticks! From BBQ’s to Playing Cards there is something for everyone.

1. The CasusGrill – £7.99 – £30.99 – Available to buy online from The Fowndry.

That’s eco dining at its best, with this revolutionary 100% natural, 100% disposable instant grill. You’ll be ready to cook up a storm in no time at all with it’s quick and easy set-up! Friends and family gather round anytime, anywhere, anyplace, offering up to 60 minutes of high heat, emitting 50% less CO2 then traditional disposable grills. Once tummy’s are full dispose of your Casus Grill by simply adding it to your bonfire, leaving nothing behind.

2. The Panoramic Phone Stand With Remote Control – £23.96 – Available to buy online from The Original Gift Company.

While you’re enjoying the rolling hills and panoramic cliff tops of your surroundings, capture these special moments shake free with this handy fold out stand allowing you to capture stunning, high quality shots on the go. For any budding photographer simply attach your phone, camera or GoPro to the rotating stand, with a full 360 degree rotation pan left or right, fast or slow using the remote control.

3. The Muncher Titanium Multi Utensil – £39.99 – Available to buy online from The Fowndry.

This all in one lightweight multi tool is for sure one for the kit bag, from day to night you are prepared for all potential eventualities. Jam packed with 10 awesome functions including; spork, serrated knife, fire starter, peeler, can opener, bottle opener, pry bar, box cutter, cord cutter and flat head screwdriver. Can you believe it, all of these fantastic tools weighting just 22 grams! Made from quality titanium this gadget couldn’t be more practical with it’s easy clean finish.

4. The AnySharp Tactical Knife Sharpener – £13.99 – Available to buy online from Amazon.

Supremely robust no matter your adventure be ready for action with this supreme knife sharpener. Built to withstand the pressures of the outdoors the aluminium body is both durable and rust resistant. The process is quick and easy, in just 3 to 4 light strokes you can sharpen any blade in seconds creating the perfect edge every time whether it’s from a pen, hunting or tactical knife.

5. The Cafflano Kompresso – £64.99 – Available to buy online from The Fowndry.

For all those mighty coffee enthusiast give yourself that buzz of energy to kick start a day of trekking with the world’s lightest and most compact handheld espresso maker! Perfect for on the go this doesn’t mean you should compromise on an average cuppa as your sure to enjoy the tastiest brew around with this smart system. Wherever you go so goes your Kompresso. Easy to clean and easy to use, convenience is key for life on the road.

6. The Foldable Solar Panel – £39.99 – Available to buy online from 7 Days To Shop.

Whether you’re hiking, camping or travelling, this is the perfect portable solar charger for those tech enthusiasts who also love the wonders of the outdoor. Providing a surge of energy to all your beloved gadgets and gizmos simply open it up and place in direct sunlight for optimum charging potential. Shower-proof and lightweight, for both IOS and Android devices there won’t be any chance of you feeling unconnected from the world.

7. The Air Deck Playing Cards – £8.99 – Available to buy online from The Fowndry.

As the world’s first truly travel optimized set of playing cards waterproof, compact, lightweight, and durable, this high quality set of 52 playing cards and 2 jokers makes the ideal party piece when boredom strikes, sure to entertain both the children and adults alike. Incredibly resistant to the wear and tear of the outdoors the cards measure just 87mm x 32mm taking up the smallest space in your backpack.

8. Matador DayLite16 Weatherproof Packable Backpack – £44.99 – Available to pre order from The Fowndry.

Designed for the toughest weather conditions around, summer or winter, this lightweight and waterproof backpack comes with a compact storage bag which even shrinks down to the size of a pair of socks when you’re not carrying round your prized possessions. But once in use this nifty backpack offers 16 liters of capability, so no matter what your day has to throw at you be sure to have this backpack at the ready.

9. The Maniska Mini Camping Lantern – £12.04 – Available to buy online from 7 Day’s To Shop

It’s no longer a fight against the clock for sunlight when you have this handy camping lantern to guide the way. A high quality and durable piece of kit offering 3 light modes and a 2 in 1 design, transform from a torch to a hanging lantern in a matter of minutes simply by untwisting the light and extend hanging using the loop provided. Just add 3 AAA batteries and your set for your next road trip, no matter where the road takes you.

10. The ION8 Quench 1000ml Water Bottle – £15.99 – LeakProof.

With the Ion8 Quench there is no chance of you going thirsty after a day of hiking in the baking heat! Designed to fit your standard bike bottle holder or adult backpack your good to go with a whopping 1000ml! The Quench offers a comfortable fit, is soft to touch and uses a frosted exterior making it resistant to scratching, perfect for exploring. Not to mention the added hand strap which keeps it secure for those outdoor pursuits. 100% leak proof, 100% of the time.

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