Your Ultimate Camping Holiday Checklist

Camping can be a lot of fun, but it doesn't come without challenges. With all the things you need to remember (all the stuff, not to mention keeping people safe...), there's just too much work! To help relieve the stress of camping with kids, we've put together a checklist of everything you could possibly need.

With this checklist, you'll be ready for a fun and memorable camping trip with the whole family. So when packing anxiety strikes, use this list to get back into adventure mode!

Camping Gear

  1. Tent

  2. Mats/Carpet

  3. Camping toilet (if you have one)

  4. Camp beds

  5. Bedding/Sleeping bags

  6. Pillows

  7. Towels

  8. Table

  9. Camping chairs

  10. Electrical extension lead

  11. Camp stove/Kitchen

  12. Cutlery and Crockery

  13. Pan(s)

  14. Plastic cups

  15. Windbreak

  16. Plastic bag for shoes

  17. Mat for shoes

  18. Fairy lights (why not!)

  19. Lantern

  20. Torches

  21. Headlights

  22. Backpack(s)

  23. Washing line

  24. Tent pegs

  25. Mallet

  26. Bottle opener

  27. Mugs

  28. Washing brush

  29. Bin liners

  30. Toilet roll

  31. Travel mirror

  32. Cool box

  33. Ice packs

For little emergencies

  1. Tape

  2. First aid kit

  3. Dustpan and brush

  4. Baby wipes

For the car

  1. Snacks

  2. Drinks/Flasks

  3. Tablets and chargers

  4. Games and toys

  5. Activity books and pens

For your beach bag

  1. Swimming costumes/Wetsuits

  2. Beach towels

  3. Swim shoes

  4. Suncream

  5. Hats

  6. Pop up tent

Just for fun

  1. Football

  2. Kite

  3. Bucket and spade

  4. Inflatables

  5. Outdoor games

  6. Books

And don't forget

  1. All-weather clothing

  2. Coats

  3. Waterproof clothing

  4. Appropriate footwear

  5. Nightwear

  6. Underwear

  7. Toiletries

  8. Hairbrush

  9. Medication

  10. Chargers