Cool Camping. Laura James

you’re camping. Try to make sure it’s not too harsh or artificialPicture credit: Aga Cook ShopTea’s madeA good kettle means you’ll always be able to have a cuppa on demandPicture credit: DivertimentiCutting edgeA sharp knife is a vital camp kitchen toolPicture credit: Aga Cook ShopPots and pansCamp cookware can suffer on the fire, so make sure yours is sturdy and doesn’t have wood or plastic handlesPicture credit: DivertimentiLadelled with loveA choice of utensils helps ensure a smooth culinary experiencePicture credit: Labour &WaitYou can…The right tinned food can add variety to the camp menuPretty perfectI adore this mug with a lid, the funky string dispenser and delicious milk pan

      Choosing what to take and packing it all up is fun and is something you should take your time over.

      Deciding what I’m going to wear, which luxuries cannot be left behind and what music to take, is a process that takes me at least two days. But then I take a lot.

       Kit tip

      You can buy solar-powered backpacks which allow you to charge equipment such as mobile phones, iPods, cameras, radios and other small electrical items. See Listings for more information.

       hot advice

TV presenter Kevin McCloud on the essential art of keeping warm

      Picture credit: Tyson Sadlo

      Clothing Spend your money on silk and cashmere and Botany wool. If you spend your money on yourself you’ll be warmer and much more comfortable