the ultimate checklist of camping essentials to pack
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Take it from a festival veteran, if there's one thing worse than a mud bath at festival, it's forgetting something important.
Although you can buy things there if you really need to, it will cost you the earth. So ensuring you're fully kitted out in advance will save you a pretty penny (and more cash for ciders).
To help you prep, we've put together the ultimate list of everything you need - from the all-important sleeping bag to a never-ending supply of baby wipes - at the best prices online.
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Use our full checklist below and spend less time rummaging around for what you need, and more time choosing which bands you want to see first.
The ultimate festival shopping list:
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Tent
First things first, you will need a tent. Don't even think of not taking one. This 4 man tent from Go Outdoors has 28% off making it just £25.00 and will keep you warm and dry. You can find other budget but good quality tents from Freedom, Vango and Coleman.
Top tip - Get a tent that's 'a size up', that extra person's room will make all the difference when you're not packed in like sardines.
Sleeping bag
Next up, you will need a sleeping bag. This one from Decathlon, is perfect to keep warm in chilly summer evenings. And it's only £5.99 , which for a quality sleeping bag is a steal.
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Air bed
After a few years sleeping on a cheap yoga mat (I wouldn't recommend it), I've invested in a self inflating airbed .
It's not even really an 'investment' too, as they currently have £5 off at Halfords. They flatten and roll into nothing, but those few centimetres of air when inflated will make a massive difference.
Backpack
You'll also need something to get it all there in. Go Outdoors have made a massive reduction on this Hi Gear backpack, with 42% off for £20.00 . There's loads of pockets, and space, making it perfect for carrying everything you need, and easy to find things in your tent.
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Wellies
Wellies are an absolute must, even in good weather, this Karrimor pair from M and M Direct are half price , meaning you can have quality boots which keep your feet dry for a fraction of the price.
Rain mac
Also buy a lightweight anorak, to keep dry when the rain inevitably strikes. Boohoo's mens is currently reduced to £7 , and their women's choice is a cool £10 . Ladies, we love this clear one from ASOS too.
Portable charger
This charger may not be the cheapest, but for a few pounds more it's worth it. This Raw Power charger has enough juice for at least six full charges of most smart phones, it's £20 but it's one of the best.
Toilet roll
Save space in your bag and grab tissues over toilet roll, a pack of six is only 69p. Let's just leave that one there shall we?
Sun cream
You'll be outside all weekend and looking at this forecast you'll need to make sure you're sun safe. This Mailbu suncream is only £2, so no more burnt shoulders and foreheads.
Knee socks
If the weather's nice and you're in shorts, make sure you pick up some over knee socks , they'll stop the top of your wellies rubbing your legs.
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Folding chair
You can't stay on your feet all day, so make sure to invest in a camping chair, they fold into nothing and will save you sitting on the muddy floor all weekend, this one is under £8 from Argos.
Travel pillow
A travel pillow will make your tent feel more like bed, sleeping on a rolled up jumper is no where near as nice. This orange one is bright, light and only £6.47.
Don't forget wet wipes, hand santiser and Vitamin C tablets - these handy extras will make your life a lot easier.
Squash
We'd guess this is not first on your list of festival must-haves, but squash will save your hangover. If it's hot, and you're feeling muggy, pocket sized squashes will help you get hydrated, and taste slightly better than water out of a tap. They're also good at disguising the taste of the warm cider you brought in...
Now for the fun stuff...
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Face/body glitter
Sparkle all day and night in this long lasting glitter from Karizma , you'll need to attach it with vaseline, but it'll shine as long as you do. Don't go for arts and crafts glitter, it'll hurt.
Dry shampoo
Give the dry shampoo a break and pick up a cheap wig (you may need it by day four), plus there's also the added bonus of being easy to find in the field.
Fairy lights
Battery operated fairy lights are perfect for brightening up your tent, plus they look great.
Sunglasses
Pick out a pair of party suitable sunglasses, it's a festival, so try not to stick to plain black. ASOS have a number under £10 for men and women.