Camping Essentials from the Sale: Our Top Picks for the Season Ahead
Summer in the UK is a fantastic time to head out on a camping trip with the family. Whether you want to be by the beach, by the mountains, or simply just away from home, you’ve got plenty of options from north to south, east to west of the country.
And as you’ve been busy planning your holiday, we’ve also been busy here at Avenue 85, by stocking up our camping sale with everything you need. So if you’re after snapping up some fantastic, discounted camping gear or clothing, here are some of our top picks from our current sale.
Please note: We've listed the RRP for items throughout this post, but as these items are currently in our sale, you can expect to find them at a reduced price when you shop today. All prices and sale discounts were correct at the time of writing. Please refer to each product page for up-to-date pricing.
Camping Gear Sale
Maybe you're a first-time camper needing to stock up on the essentials, or perhaps your family has grown and it's time to invest in a bigger tent and/or more sleeping bags. Or maybe you just want to treat yourself to something new for the season ahead.
In our sale, we’ve got all sorts to get your hands on:
- Tents, sleeping bags, travel pillows, sleeping mats
- Camping chairs and tables
- Cooking equipment and travel kitchenware/drinkware
- Accessories and gadgets to make your life easier
And our discounts range from 10% up to a whopping 80% off!
Tents
Brands like Regatta and Trespass have some brilliant options in our present camping sale.
You can pick up different sized options to suit your family, from 2-man up to 6-man tents available. There's lots of colour choice too, so you can go for something neutral or something colourful - it's up to you!
Below, we've rounded up a couple of bestselling tents in our collection that you can currently shop in the sale:
£835 SALE
Trespass Ghabhar 4 Man Waterproof Double Skin Camping Tent
£119 SALE
Sleeping bags
A warm sleeping bag is just the ticket for the end of a long day, and you can now pick up a new one for each of the family at bargain prices!
Kids will love the patterned and printed options we've got to choose from (like the one pictured below), and adults can select from either single or double sleeping bags in a variety of styles and colours.
Trespass Adults Catnap 3 Season Double Water Repellent Sleeping Bag
£74.99 SALE
Trespass Kids Bunka 3 Season Camping Sleeping Bag
£46.99 SALE
Outdoor cooking equipment
When you’re camping, you’ll need some way to make your cup of tea or coffee in the morning. You might also want some options for your evening meal, particularly if you'd prefer not to eat out at restaurants or pubs every night.
Most campsites will allow you to have a BBQ or some sort of campfire (though check with their rules on open flames) so if you take a cookset and some equipment, it'll be easy to keep you fed!
So what sort of camping cooking equipment should you take with you?
- Travel kettle
- Pots and pans
- Cutlery and utensils
- Mugs, plates, bowls
You might also want to bring a coolbox with you, to store anything that needs kept cool.
Below, you'll see just a taster of the brilliant outdoor cooking equipment you can shop in our camping sale:
£23.99 SALE
£40 SALE
Regatta Compact Stainless Steel Cook Set with Storage Bag
£70 SALE
Camping chairs
You've got your brew or your food cooked up, now how does having somewhere comfy to sit and enjoy it sound?
Camping chairs have come a long way in recent years, with their designs not just the rickety seats we might remember from our own childhoods! You can go for nice padded options, or even double seaters: both of which we've got available in our camping sale right now:
Trespass Adults Paddy Folding Padded Camping Chair
£59.99 SALE
Regatta Navas Double Camping Chair
£150 SALE
Accessories and gadgets
All the bits and pieces to help your camping trip go off without a hitch are worth stocking up on, and so here are a couple of top picks that campers need:
Regatta Camping Mallet with Peg Extractor
£5 SALE
Biolite AlpenGlow Mini Camping Lantern
£39.99 SALE
Camping Clothing Sale
So what do you wear when camping?
Like with most outdoor clothing, it’s all about those layers. Because layers give you options, and camping tends to bring about fluctuating temperatures to deal with, particularly if you’re by the coast or in the hills.
As a quick round-up, we suggest making sure you've got the following coming with you on your trip:
- A couple of fleeces (something warm for when sitting stationary in or outside your tent, plus something that's good for active use during the day)
- Changing robe
- Waterproof jacket and overtrousers
- Easy footwear to slip into like a pair of slides and/or tent mules
And we've got all of these, and much more, ready for you to pick up in the sale!
Fleeces
Even in the summer, it’s wise to pack a fleece or two. When you’re camping, you’re exposed to the elements, so it may be colder than you expect; particularly in the morning or the evening.
Craghoppers Mens NosiLife SolarShield+ Half Zip Fleece
£60 SALE
Craghoppers Womens Telesto Hooded Full Zip Fleece
£60 SALE
Regatta Kids King II Full Zip Fleece
£20 SALE
Changing Robes
Our customers love seeing changing robes in our camping clothing sale!
This is a great item to take with you on a camping trip. These longline robes are used for changing on the go, so if you want to quickly get in and out of something, you don’t have to worry about heading off to the changing blocks. And if you’re camping with friends or your tent is on the smaller size, they add an easy option for changing with privacy too.
We've currently got discounted prices on changing robes for both adults and kids, with a couple of our most popular picks spotlighted below:
Regatta Outdoor Active Adults Waterproof Changing Robe
£120 SALE
Regatta Kids Orla Kiely Changing Robe
£90 SALE
Waterproof clothing
Rain might not be in the forecast, but we all know to take that with a pinch of salt here in the UK!
Bringing along a packable waterproof jacket and pair of overtrousers means you've got that peace of mind if any wet weather were to occur. Plus, they don't take up much room so you can simply leave them in the car or tucked away in your bag.
Regatta Mens Pack-It III Waterproof Packaway Jacket
£50 SALE
Trespass Qikpac Packaway Waterproof Trousers
£43.99 SALE
Camping Footwear
Hopefully, you've got your walking boots for any hikes you're doing on your trip, or maybe your flip flops if you're heading down to the beach, but you'll also want to make sure you've got some comfy footwear for around the campsite.
Our sale top picks below show off the range we've got in our full camping collection, with some absolutely steal-worthy discounts to be had!
Regatta Womens Orla Kiely Slip On Clog Sandals
£30 SALE
Trespass Mens Slide Cushioned Slides
£33.99 SALE
Teva Womens ReEMBER Terrain Slip On Tent Mules
£85 SALE
FAQ: Camping Gear Sale
By now, we hope you've got your eye on some new gear for your upcoming camping trip, so before we wrap up, we've put together a quick FAQ about shopping the Avenue 85 sale.
How quickly will I get my item after buying it in the camping gear sale?
We list an estimated dispatch time on each of our product pages, so you can see when the item is expected to leave our warehouse.
Once dispatched, we have a variety of delivery options available (including expedited and weekend deliveries). As always, any UK orders over £65 will qualify for our free Royal Mail Tracked 48 delivery service.
What is Avenue 85's returns policy on the camping sale?
Every order comes with our easy 60-day returns policy, so there's plenty of time to check fit and sizing once everything arrives. If something isn't quite right, we make swapping or returning it as simple as possible.
You can find all the details on our Returns page, and if you have any questions at all, our friendly team are always happy to help!
Where are some of the best places to camp in the UK?
Wales is always popular, as you can camp by the beach, and Anglesey has lots of fantastic options too. The Peak District is another great location to camp.
Then you've got places like Cornwall, Whitby, and the Lake District. Scotland has many campsites available too; and it's one of the few areas in the UK where wild camping is permitted (with some restrictions).
What do you need to take with you on a camping trip?
You’ll need to take your standard camping gear like a tent (plus pegs), sleeping bag, travel pillow, and any cooking equipment like a camping kettle.
Clothing wise, packing up some warm layers (like a fleece) is always a good idea, plus a packable waterproof jacket in case you get any rain. And your changing robe, of course!
How can I find out about other Avenue 85 sales throughout the year?
Signing up to our newsletter is the best way to stay in the loop, and giving us a follow on Facebook and Instagram means you'll catch any sale announcements as soon as they go live.
You can also keep your eye on our main sales throughout the year, as you might be able to pick up some end of season goodies or "just because" deals that we love to dish out.
Camping Gear Sale: Final Spotlight Picks
Once these are spotted in the sales, they tend to fly out, so if any of these are calling your name, it's worth moving quickly!
Shop today to get fantastic discounts on these RRPs - prices and availability subject to change
Time to Shop the Full Camping Gear Sale?
A family camping trip is always lots of fun, and we hope you have a fantastic time wherever this summer takes you!
For all the gear you need, we've got a full camping collection for you to shop - sale items and beyond, from top outdoor brands like Regatta, Trespass, Berghaus, Stanley, and many more.
About the Author
A dad to two energetic boys, James spends his weekends juggling football matches, skate parks, and Sunday afternoons at Disley’s very own Lyme Park. While he might not get to hit the golf course as often as he used to, he’s all in for family adventures in the great outdoors - coffee in hand and his favourite Ecco walking shoes on his feet. On the Avenue 85 blog, James loves to help other families make the most of their time outside by sharing his tried and tested tips, whether it’s finding the best waterproof jacket for a rainy day or discovering the best local walks that are perfect for little legs to explore!