ESSENTIAL SUMMER KIT
Here’s our selection of brilliant gear to help you make the most of summertime touring adventures!
Going for gold
The whole family can join in some friendly competition with the Decathlon soft archery set – a bow and two suction-cup arrows, with a target that doubles as a carry-case. Price £39.99 Web www.decathlon.co.uk
Coming to a screen near you…
Turn your pitch into an entertainment hub with Outwell’s new movie screen. Pair it with one of the low-cost projectors that are now readily available, and you’ll be all set to enjoy your favourite shows, sports events and films while you’re on tour.
Price £55 Web www.outwell.com
Keep your cool
Stay cool on warm summer nights with the TheraPur Memory Foam Ice Pillow. It’s been optimised for breathability, and the inner layer of ActiGel helps to regulate your body temperature.
Price £69
Web www.dreams.co.uk
Scope out the area
While you’re enjoying the sunshine in the UK’s fantastic national parks and reserves, keep an eye out for wildlife with National Geographic’s 60x magnification Spotting Scope.
Price £78.99 Web www.robertdyas.co.uk
Underwater adventures
Take a peek beneath the waves with the SEAC Sub Libera full face snorkel mask, which will allow you to explore the shallows in comfort, while you breathe naturally. Price £44.80 Web www.simplyscuba.com
Lighten up
Keep cool and bright with the 3-in-1 Lumi-Fan Lantern’s two light settings and three fan speeds. Chargeable via USB, it also has a useful hanging hook. Price £24.99 Web gooutdoors.co.uk
On the beach
Your towel stays under control with the simple but effective Beach Towel Clip. Available in three colours and coming in a set of four, this clever clip keeps your towel pinned in place, so you don’t have to chase after it on a breezy day. Plus, PM readers can enjoy an exclusive 10% discount by using the code MOTORHOME when checking out at the website below! Price £9.99 Web thebeachtowelclip.com
Bugs be gone!
Keep pesky beasts at bay with the Thermacell Halo Mini Mosquito Repeller, which protects a 15ft zone around your motorhome, for peaceful summer evenings. Price £31.49 Web www.gooutdoors.co.uk
In the shade
The Fatboy Miasun portable sunshade is easy to put up and stow away, and will provide much-needed shelter for family visits to the beach on the sunniest days. Available in a range of colours and patterns, it is lightweight, too, at just over 1kg. Price £115 Web www.fatboy.com
Get up, stand up…
Fancy trying a new watersport? Decathlon’s inflatable stand-up paddleboard is perfect for beginners, providing excellent stability, and can be used by up to two people. Price £349.99 Web www.decathlon.co.uk
Go bananas
Looking for a lightweight rainy day alternative? Bananagrams offers family fun without having to cart around a full board game. This can be played anywhere! Price £11 Web www.cotswoldoutdoor.com
On the cards
Kikkerland Foragers Playing Cards will keep the children happy for hours, exploring the environment around them and learning all about nature and what is edible (and what isn’t) in the great outdoors. Price £7 Web cotswoldoutdoor.com
Having a ball
Enjoy fun in the sun with this Sunnylife inflatable beach ball. Available in a range of colours and designs, it’s an essential for a great day on the sands or by the pool. Price £8.40-£15 Web uk.sunnylife.com
Fire up the barbie
Cook up a storm on-site with the Tramontina portable charcoal BBQ. Made from stainless steel and easy to assemble, it weighs in at just 4.55kg, so won’t take up too much of your precious payload or storage space. Price £74.95 Web www.silvermushroom.com