Best festival camping essentials for Reading and Leeds from £5.60

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Items required for a festival including tent, bag, and chair
Don’t head to Reading and Leeds unprepared – these Regatta camping essentials are now discounted for festival season. (Picture: Metro/Getty/Regatta)

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Festival season is in full swing, with the Isle of Wight already been and gone, Latitude Festival happening on July 23-25, and Pride festivals taking over cities across the UK to celebrate Pride season.

However, one of the largest festivals, Reading and Leeds, is taking place from 27th to 30th August and has one of its biggest line-ups to date with the likes of Charli XCX, Chase & Status, Florence + The Machine, Raye, and more taking to the stage.

Your tickets might be secured, but have you gathered all of the camping equipment and essentials yet?

If not, don’t worry, now is actually the perfect time to snap up the goods as Regatta has launched a brilliant sale and it’s full of gear that’s needed to keep you dry and comfy whilst lying under the stars and getting ready for the day of dancing ahead.

Shop Regatta’s best festival camping essentials

Blue tent

Malawi II Person Pop Up Tent in Blue

After a full day of dancing, you'll need somewhere comfy to recharge. This two-person pop-up tent is weatherproof, easy to pitch in just a few minutes and features handy interior pockets for your essentials. Our top tip? Tie something bright to the guy lines so you can spot it in a sea of identical tents.

Buy Now for £54 (Was £90)
Hilo v2 300 Mummy Sleeping Bag

Hilo v2 300 Mummy Sleeping Bag

After a full day of dancing (and probably singing a little too loudly), you'll want somewhere cosy to crash. This mummy sleeping bag is designed to keep you warm when temperatures dip overnight, while still packing down small enough to squeeze into your festival kit.

Buy Now for £70 (was £100)
Napa Folding Sleep Mat

Napa Folding Sleep Mat

Trust us, your back will thank you for this one. Rather than sleeping directly on the hard ground, this foldable mat adds an extra layer of comfort and insulation, helping you get some much-needed rest before doing it all over again the next day.

Buy Now for £21 (was £30)
Hurricane Lantern

Hurricane Lantern

Whether you're hunting for your phone, attempting to get changed or making a midnight loo run, this lantern is one of those things you'll be grateful you packed. It gives off plenty of light and is far more reliable than draining your phone battery.

Buy Now for £10 (was £20)
Folding Cart

Folding Cart

If you've ever attempted to carry a tent, sleeping bag, food, clothes and crate of drinks in one trip, you'll know the struggle. This folding cart takes the heavy lifting off your hands and makes getting to your pitch a whole lot easier.

Buy Now for £66.50 (was £95)
Kruza II Chair

Kruza II Chair

Standing all day? Couldn't be us. This folding chair is perfect for relaxing at the campsite between sets, enjoying your morning coffee or giving your feet a well-earned rest before heading back into the crowds.

Buy Now for £25 (Was £50)
Matio Picnic Rug

Matio Picnic Rug

From campsite breakfasts to having a quick lie down between acts, a picnic rug always comes in handy. This one gives you a comfy place to sit without ending up with soggy jeans after an unexpected British summer shower.

Buy Now for £17.50 (Was £25)
Highton V2 25L Backpack

Highton V2 25L Backpack

When it comes to packing for festivals, multiple bags are not the one. So, why not invest in a backpack where you can squeeze the likes of waterproofs, snacks, a reusable bottle, extra layers, makeup, outfits and more into one place?  

Buy Now for £20 (Was £40)
Handtorch

Handtorch

Unless you fancy using your phone torch all weekend, this little gadget is well worth packing. Ideal for finding your tent in the dark, late-night toilet trips or locating that one missing sock before bed.

Buy Now for £5.60 (was £8)
2L Foldable Water Carrier

2L Foldable Water Carrier

Trust us on this one, festivals and dehydration don't mix. Fill this foldable water carrier at the campsite, and you'll always have plenty to hand, while the collapsible design means it won't hog valuable space in your bag once it's empty.

Buy Now for £10 (was £20)
Thermulate Insulated Mug

Thermulate Insulated Mug

Nothing beats a proper cuppa after a chilly night in a tent. This insulated mug keeps hot drinks warmer for longer (or cold drinks refreshingly cool), making those early festival mornings feel just a little bit more civilised.

Buy Now for £15 (was £30)

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