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1 Sigg traveller bottle
£17, arket.com
Our managing editor Lulu Grimes swears by this large, durable, reusable water bottle that keeps drinks cold on a hot day and lasts years (five and counting for Lulu).
2 Berghoff Leo 3-piece stainless steel cutlery set
£13.31, Amazon
Stainless steel cutlery might be heavier than bamboo or plastic, but it feels nicer to eat with. It’s easy to clean, and it will last, too. This set also comes in a silicone pouch.
3 Leakproof stainless steel containers (set of 3)
£26, thekindstoreonline.co.uk These lightweight containers are great for bringing snacks to a picnic. The silicone lids fit tightly, so there’s no danger of leaks.
4 Coral reef plates (set of 4)
£40, iamfy.co Not only are these striking, coral-reef design bamboo plates lightweight, they’re also dishwasher-safe and part of the profits made goes towards helping restore coral reefs.
5 Recycled Welsh weave wool picnic rug
£19.95, ethicalsuperstore.com
Made in the UK, these super-soft wool picnic blankets are made from recycled yarn, either obtained from old clothes, or saved from landfill and put back into production.
6 Elephant Box stainless steel cups
£16 (2 x 350ml), elephantbox.co.uk
Made from food-grade stainless steel, these are not only super-sturdy and long-lasting, they’re also lightweight, dishwasher-safe and won’t impart any flavour to drinks, making them ideal for taking on picnics, walks and camping trips.
7 Eco lunch bag
£8.99, Amazon
This insulated food bag not only looks trendy, it’s great for keeping food fresh, including tall items and sandwiches – just pop an ice block in with the food on a hot day. As well as picnics, it’s also great for taking lunch to school or the office.
8 Levantine square cotton napkins (set of 4)
£8, John Lewis & Partners These bold napkins can be machine-washed and reused. Great for a picnic in the sunshine, they also look lovely on a summery dinner table, especially paired with dishes from the new John Levantine range.