1Solo Stove Mesa tabletop fire pit
The Mesa is a small stainless steel fire pit that sits on a table. It burns pellets or small pieces of hardwood, and Solo Stove says its airflow design cuts out nearly all the smoke. With its stand it's 5.1 inches across and weighs 1.4lbs, so it's easy to bring along.
Pros
- Burns pellets or small pieces of hardwood.
- Weighs 1.4lbs with its stand.
- Stainless steel build.
Cons
- Must always be used on its stand on a stable surface.
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Solo Stove product page ↗
2AeroPress Go travel coffee press
The AeroPress Go makes a cup of coffee in about two minutes, and the whole press packs inside its own mug. It comes with paper filters, a stirrer, a scoop and a lid for the cup. The mug is shatterproof, which helps when it's rattling around in a kit bag.
Pros
- Packs inside its own mug.
- Brews in about two minutes.
Cons
- Makes one cup at a time.
- Paper filters will need replacing.
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AeroPress product page ↗
3LuminAID PackLite Max QI lantern and phone charger
This inflatable lantern packs flat to about an inch and twists open to about six inches. It's waterproof, it floats, and its 2000mAh battery gives about 50 hours of light. It can also give a phone about one charge through its USB port.
Pros
- Packs flat for the journey.
- About 50 hours of light per charge.
- Can top up a phone once.
Cons
- Phone charging uses a USB-A port, so they'll need the right cable.
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LuminAID product page ↗
4YETI Tundra 45 cool box, tan
The Tundra 45 is the big, tough cool box campers dream about. It holds 54 cans or 16.8kg of ice, and the thick insulation keeps food cold for a long weekend at the pitch. It's rotomoulded in one piece with rope handles and a quick drain, and it's sturdy enough to sit on.
Pros
- Holds 54 cans.
- Keeps ice for days.
- Built to take knocks.
Cons
- Very expensive.
- Heavy before it's even filled.
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YETI UK product page ↗
5Cadac Safari Chef 30 LP Deluxe Pro QR gas barbecue
The Cadac Safari Chef is a favourite with UK campers and caravanners. It's a compact gas cooker with swappable tops, including a ceramic grill, a flat plate and a domed lid that doubles as a pot. This 2025 version packs down smaller than the old one and has a quick-release gas coupling. It runs on a gas bottle or a caravan's supply with the right adaptor.
Pros
- Grill, plate and pot in one kit.
- Quick-release gas coupling.
- Packs down small.
Cons
- Hose and regulator sold separately.
- Only cooks for a few people at a time.
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Jacksons of Oldarley product page ↗
What to buy someone who loves camping
Most campers have their tent and sleeping bag sorted, and they're best left to choose those themselves. The best gifts for campers make evenings at the pitch nicer or save space in the car. Check whether they stay on sites with facilities or head somewhere wilder. Camping presents that pack small are always welcome.
How we picked these gifts for campers
We picked each product for what campers enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.
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