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3 years ago
Must-haves for life on the road
For those who love the freedom of road trips and are lucky enough to have a camper, here’s an edit of some handy accessories perfect for van life. From cosy touches like cushions, washable duvets and string fairy lights to practical items such as cool boxes, robust camp stoves and grills, these will help create a little home away from home. The adventure awaits…
Tartan Lambswool Picnic Blanket, £160, fortnumandmason.com
Crafted in Scotland from 100 percent brushed lambswool, this picnic blanket is made by weavers House of Edgar and designed by tartan specialist Araminta Campbell. Just add the coordinating eau de nil accessories and other Fortnum’s fare.
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Pack-Away Table for 4, £97.98, amazon.com
Designed to fit four people, this foldable table and bench set is practical and lightweight thanks to its aluminium construction. It also comes with washable bench seat covers.
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Cordless Hand Vacuum Cleaner, £50, wilko.com
Keep the camper clean with this mini cordless vacuum cleaner. The design is compact and lightweight, and it comes with a 11.1 V lithium-ion battery for long-lasting power.
110W Solar Panel, £319, ecoflow.com
Portable and lightweight, this one-piece solar panel provides a conversion rate of up to 23 percent. Simply unfold it and prop it up in the sunlight.
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Nighthawk M1 4G LTE Mobile Router, £369.99, netgear.com
For WiFi on the go, the Nighthawk M1 Mobile Router device by NETGEAR allows quick download speeds of up to of 1 Gbps, for a smooth internet connection wherever you are.
Car Fridge-Freezer, £199.99, vonhaus.com
If you need some more fridge-freezer space, this one can hold nine 750ml wine bottles, 15 500ml bottles and 30 330ml cans. Perfect for a party.
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Portable Dog Bowl, £15, lechameau.com
This lightweight dog bowl from Le Chameau is portable, quick-drying, and available in deep red, navy and classic Vert Chameau green.
Dog Travel Fleece Blanket, £39.95, outdoorandcountry.co.uk
For those travelling with a pooch, this Barbour blanket is an essential. Made from soft fleece fabric, it’ll keep your furry friend cosy and comfortable.
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LED Light String with Hook and Loop – Set of 2, £9.99, lakeland.co.uk
Make your camper a little cosier with some warm white lights. Go for battery powered LEDs or solar powered fairy lights and string them up inside or out.
Padded Butterfly Folding Chair, £29, dunelm.com
This olive folding chair features a soft, cushiony fabric and a butterfly design so you can sit back and relax. It’s also waterproof and comes with its own carry bag.
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Indoor Outdoor Diamonds Reversible Rug, £295, coxandcox.co.uk
For a homely appeal, set the scene with an indoor/outdoor rug. This option from British brand Cox & Cox is handwoven in a diamond design. You can even pair it with the matching throw and cushions.
Cuvee Brut NV and BBQ, £120, thefinestbubble.com
A truly luxurious take on a miniature BBQ, this stainless steel option can also be used as a champagne cooler. It even comes with its own bottle of Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Brut.
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LED Pop Up Camping Lantern, £5, dunelm.com
This lantern is a handy must-have: it’s effortlessly portable and includes an aluminium case, 360-degree lighting and metal handles. Let there be light.
Foodi 9-in-1 PossiblePan, £129.99, ninjakitchen.co.uk
With nine different functions, this is truly a one stop-pot: you can steam, simmer, roast, braise, bake, sauté, sear, boil and fry in this 3.8L pan. It is suitable for all hob types and comes with zero-stick technology.
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Kinjia Stove, 179.95, wildbounds.com
Light, compact and portable, this stove’s dual burners allow you to heat multiple pots at the same time. Thanks to the removable stainless-steel pot supports and stainless-steel drip tray, it’s easy to clean, too.
Quick Dry Towels, £25, dockandbay.com
Quick-drying and sustainable (made from 100 percent recycled plastic bottles), these towels comes in a range of sizes and stripey colourways from Bondi blue to Phi Phi pink.
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Hybrid 3-in-1 Duvet, from £249, simbasleep.com
Whether you’re camping in summer or winter, this machine-washable 3-in-1 duvet has been specially designed to suit all seasons. You can use the spring/autumn option as your main duvet, the summer version for warmer nights, and put the two together for when it’s really chilly.
Plain Velvet Cushion Cover, £60, oka.com
Add some colour and create a home-away-from-home feel with plenty of cushions. These velvet cushions from Oka guarantee texture and warmth.
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Bed Linen Throw, £287, yoox.com
For a statement throw, look to this one by Colville. It’s crafted in Italy from virgin wool in block colours of orange, blue and slate grey.
Takibi Fire & Grill, £343, snowpeak.com
Gather round the campfire with the Takibi Fire and Grill. This packable fireplace-come-outdoor grill comes with a whole host of attachments including a grill net and a base plate as well as a handy carrying case.
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Tundra 65 Cool Box, £350, yeti.com
A go-to brand for campers and all those who love the outdoors, Yeti offers a range of products from coolers to storage, as well as dog beds and even a selection of drinkware. This Tundra® 65 Cooler is known to be their most versatile cooler, ideal for storing drinks and food. It has heavy duty latches and a super strong construction, so it’ll last for years.
