Us Brits are well known for talking a lot about the weather. This is because it can be so unpredictable, March can be good for sunbathing while August might bring torrential rain. We often experience all the seasons in one day too. So when it comes to packing for a glamping trip in the UK it can be tricky to know exactly what type of weather to pack for. Plus this type of adventure means you may need to pack lightly as your chosen accommodation could be tight on space. I've put together a handy list to help you get to grips with what to pack for a glamping trip in the UK.
Glamping:
Glamping is a more luxurious style of camping. I've stayed in some really cool glamping spots, a bus, a Shepherd's hut, a safari tent and campervans. Some have been more luxurious than others but they've all had the same theme: a unique place to stay whilst embracing the beautiful outdoors. It might not be everyone's cup of tea, especially if you aren't used to having to get up in the middle of the night and venture out to the bathroom like the Shepherd's hut I stayed in. But there are so many styles of glamping now from budget to extravagant there's something to suit everyone.
What clothes to pack:
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Layers: for the ever-changeable weather you'll need t-shirts, long sleeved tops and jumpers for chilly evenings.
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Leggings: I always pack leggings for relaxing in after a long day out exploring the local area.
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Footwear: If it's the summer I pack flip flops and converse for the day and Ugg boots/warm shoes for sitting outside at night. If your accommodation is in a field and its been raining you might want to think about packing wellies.
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Warm jacket: If you have a fire pit then you'll definitely want to be sitting outside under the stars - even in the middle of the summer the evenings can get chilly in the UK so pack a jacket.
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Big socks: I love being cosy!
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You might want to pack spare towels for the beach.
Other essentials:
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Dry shampoo: If there's no electricity your hair dryer and straighteners will need to stay at home. If it's just a few days then I find that dry shampoo is my saviour.
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Portable charger: Again if there's no electricity take one of these for charging phones and laptops. I just bought this nifty little one for charging phones it has enough juice to do 5 charges: Duracell Portable Power Bank.
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A small mirror: You may have a bathroom with mirror in your accommodation but if not I always find packing my own mirror is essential for doing hair and make up.
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Board games: If you can fit it in a game of scrabble is perfect for rainy evenings.
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Fairy lights: Add a bit of cosy lighting to your setting.
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Logs: If you have a log burner or fire pit you may need to buy logs. Check with your accommodation as wood may be supplied.
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Torch: If lighting is limited it's always handy to have your own.
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Batteries: For the fairy lights and torch.
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Matches: They may already be provided so double check this.
Food:
Check what kitchen facilities are available before you go and if there is a welcome pack. Depending on your budget most kitchen essentials will be provided which means you can keep your packing list down.
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Make a chilli before you go - perfect glamping food, easy to re-heat.
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Buy essentials: Milk, bread, teabags etc.
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I always take zip lock bags with me, as they are perfect for keeping open food airtight.
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Marshmallows for the for the fire pit.
I hope this has given a bit of an insight into packing for a glamping trip in the UK. I'd love to hear what glamping adventures you have planned. Let me know in the comments below.
Happy Glamping!
My favourite UK Glamping spots:
Warmwell House Huts
Big Green Bus
Shaldon Beach Hut No. 1
For more on my Glamping adventures in the UK head here:
Glamping in Dorset
All Aboard the Big Green Bus
Beach Hut Living
Unique Places to stay in the UK
For Glamping further afield: The Ultimate Glamping Retreat in Bali
Sat on the bed in the shepherd’s hut. Cuppa in hand and cosy socks on.
Interior image of the kitchen hut of Fallow Shepherd’s Hut at Warmwell in Dorset
Me sat outside the shepherd’s hut on our glamping trip in Dorset.
Matt playing scrabble in the shepherd’s hut, Warmwell, Dorset
Matt and I sat by the firepit on our glamping trip in Dorset.
A photo of me stood outside our safari tent at Sandat Glamping in Ubud
