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Staycation ideas

Our guide to a fuss-free, full of fun holiday in the UK.

Staycation ideas. Our guide to a fuss-free, full of fun holiday in the UK.

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BBQs
Tents
Wind breaks
Outdoor toys

Let the fun begin

Bike rides

Bike rides

Get the whole gang kitted out and ready for a fun-filled biking adventure.

Father playing badminton with his little daughter outdoors.

Portable sports

Sports equipment like badminton, tennis, or cricket sets are easy to pack and carry along- a perfect way to make your camping trip fun.

Zoggs panorama junior swimming goggles.

Swimming

Love swimming? Gear up to dive in with goggles, swimwear and more.

Bestway Kondor 3000 inflatable raft.

Water sports

Have splashing fun with friends and family. Kayaks and paddleboards are a great way to enjoy the water.

Zinc aluminium identity folding scooter.

Wheeled toys

Want to keep your kids active and occupied? Get them a wheeled toy and watch them zip around for hours.

Chad Valley 40 classic board games bumper set.

Board games

Be prepared for the unreliable British weather. Let’s face it – it could rain at any moment!

Smiling family taking selfie in the tent.

Cameras

Capture every moment. These are memories in the making after all.

Camping essentials

The great outdoors

Pack up and go anywhere you like! With the right kit, it’s easy to create a home from home amongst the wildlife.
Red tent set up on grass.

Tents

Pitch up your home away from home.
Two blue sleeping bags on grass.

Sleeping bags

Get comfy under the stars.
Portable BBQ on wooden table.

Cooking & eating

Alfresco made easy.
Camping table and chair set up in front of yellow tent.

Camping furniture

Foldable, inflatable & the perfect fit.
Pop up tent marquee.

Camping accessories

All you need to make camp-life easier.
Dog drinking from a green pop-up bowl.

Pet travel

Make travelling easy for them too.
Mobile phone plugged into a blue power bank.

Power banks & speakers

Stay connected wherever you are.
Group of friends around a campfire.

Camping checklist

Get clued up on camping.
Camping clothes for adults
Camping clothes for children

Seaside

Take a dip

Do you like to be beside the seaside? If so, then pack your beach essentials and cruise to the coast for some paddling and fish and chips.
Beach shelters & wind breaks. Keep those gusts of wind at bay.

Beach shelters & wind break

Keep those gusts of wind at bay.
White spotted deck chair on decking.

Sun loungers & chairs

Recline, relax & soak up the sun.
Blue coolbox on beach with volleyball.

Cool boxes & outdoor dinnerware

Keep drinks chilled, food fresh (and sand-free).
Towels. Dry off after a dip.

Towels

Dry off after a dip.
Power banks & portable speakers. Beach bops and a fully charged phone.

Power banks & portable speakers

Beach bops & charged phones.
Picnic blankets & rugs. Set up and stretch out on the sand.

Picnic blankets & rugs

Set up & stretch out on the sand.
A family of four in swimming wear.

Swimwear

Don’t forget your cossie & trunks!
Wetsuits.

Wetsuits

Perfect for in the water or out.
Pet travel essentials
Beach games

Daytrip essentials

Doorstep adventures

Sunny day forecast? Make the most of it with a picnic, bike ride or an explore of the countryside.
A camping double burner gas stove.

Camping stoves

Tuck into an al fresco feast.
Coolboxes & outdoor dinnerware.

Coolboxes & outdoor dinnerware

Serve up a treat.
Outdoor chairs.

Outdoor chairs

Always have a place to perch.
Outdoor games.

Outdoor games

Fun & games for all the family.
Grey picnic blanket and picnic set up on grass.

Blankets & rugs

Create a comfy place to park your bum.
Pug sat in car travel blanket.

Pet travel essentials

Take them along for the ride.
Father and son walking in forest with rucksacks.

Rucksacks

Keep everything you need with you.
Picnic basket on red checkered picnic blanket.

Picnic ideas

Pimp your picnic with these tasty ideas.

Be road trip ready

Are we there yet?

Reach your destination, pronto. A sat nav will help you find new places, emergency pit stops and routes to avoid traffic jams, and a dashcam will give you peace of mind.
Read our sat nav guide
Learn more about dashcams
Car maintenance checklist

Under pressure

If you’re heading off on a staycation, then you’ve probably packed a boot-full. Check your vehicle handbook and adjust your tyre pressure to support the additional weight.

Stay charged

A flat or faulty battery is the number one callout for breakdown services in the UK. Use a charger to keep your battery topped up whilst you're away.

Travel entertainment.

Travel entertainment

Keep boredom at bay during long journeys. Choose between in-car DVD players, portable game consoles and tablets. Or why not make up your own games?

    Saris Bones 2 bike carrier.

    Take your bike along

    Carry your bike near or far by safely fastening it to the car. From mountain biking to family cycle rides, a bike rack is the perfect way to take your wheels with you.

    Suitcases.

    Suitcases

    Staycations still call for suitcases – no weight restrictions here. Wahoo!

    Summer clothing.

    Summer clothing

    All your essentials to look great whatever the weather.

    At home

    These products are very popular right now. We’re working hard to get more stock available for you.

      Your garden getaway

      Make the most of entertaining at home. Have a BBQ, throw a picnic party, or create a relaxing retreat and playground in your own glorious garden.
      Charcoal BBA set up on gravel in garden.

      BBQs

      You know what that means? Summer!
      Grey wooden sun lounger on patio.

      Sun loungers

      Stretch out and soak up the sun.
      Garden wooden play frame with swings and slide.

      Kids' garden toys

      Create their very own adventure park.
      Picnic blankets & rugs. Spread out on the lawn for a spot of lunch.

      Picnic blankets & rugs

      Spread out and make extra room.
      Gazebos, marquees & awnings. Add a shaded area to cool off or keep dry.

      Gazebos, marquees & awnings

      Add a shaded area to cool off.
      Outdoor lighting. Solar or battery lights add a magical touch.

      Outdoor lighting

      Add a magical touch with solar or battery.
      A bright colourful dinner set.

      Outdoor dinnerware

      Dish up these delightful dinner sets.

      More holiday help

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      Family around a campfire.
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