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July 6, 2026
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The Ultimate Gear Guide for Your Next UK Camping Trip
So you booked a weekend camping trip. The tent is sorted. The sleeping bags are packed. But you still have to figure out how to cook decent food in a muddy field.
Eating cold beans gets old fast. You want a proper wood fire and hot food. But you don’t have space in the car for a massive grill. We can fix that. Here is exactly what you need for a proper UK camping BBQ.
Know the UK Fire Rules
First things first. You must check the rules before you strike a match.
The UK has strict rules about open fires. Most campsites ban fires directly on the grass. They don’t want scorch marks ruining the pitch. So you absolutely need a raised setup. Look for campsites that allow fire pits or raised barbecues. If you turn up with a ground fire, the warden will shut you down immediately. Always ask the site manager when you book.
And stop buying those foil tray grills
They are terrible for the environment.
They burn your food on the outside and leave it raw on the inside. They also stay hot for hours after you finish. That creates a massive safety hazard in a busy campsite. You deserve better than a scorched sausage. You need gear that packs flat but cooks like a real kitchen.
This is where our Portable Camping Braai comes in. No jokes. We built it specifically for people who want a real wood fire on the road. It folds completely flat. It slips right into a heavy canvas bag. You can slide it under your car seat. You can stack it under your sleeping bags.
It takes ten seconds to set up. It keeps the fire safely off the grass. This keeps the campsite owners happy. And it gives you enough grid space to cook for the whole family. You get an authentic South African braai anywhere you park your tent.
You also need the right fuel
Don’t rely on finding dry wood at the campsite.
The UK weather guarantees that local wood will be damp. Bring a few logs of proper Namibian hardwood with you. It makes hot coals that will actually cook your food.
Pack natural firelighters and a reliable jet lighter. Matches will just frustrate you when the wind picks up. Grab a good set of long tongs. Keep a bucket of water near your cooking area just in case a stray spark hits the dry grass.
Grab a good set of long tongs. And keep a bucket of water near your cooking area just in case a stray spark hits the dry grass.
Certified Ready to Burn
Legal to burn at home in compliance with the new Air Quality Regulations.
The Government’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) appointed HETAS and Woodsure to run the Ready to Burn fuel certification scheme.
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