Our British summer time is anything but predictable, pesky summer showers can halt BBQs as guests grab what they can and retreat for indoor shelter. As for festivals (Glastonbury I’m looking at you) you are more likely to get a mud bath than a tan, making wellington boots are an absolute must for any summer adventure.

The Collaps Kettle by Outwell is a collapsible camping kettle made from a combination of stainless steel and silicone, available in 1.5LT or 2.5LT, and is part of the Outwell Collaps camping kitchen range.

This four-person dinner set consists of 4 x 250ml mugs, 4 x 26cm dinner plates and 4 x 13cm deep bowls. They are available in either green, blue or off-white; we tested the off-white option.

Hi-Tec is a deep-rooted sports shoe brand dating all the way back to 1974, when Frank van Wezel (in the wonderfully named village of Shoeburyness) created their first Squash shoe. Now they produce everything from sandals to wellies- a pair of which we tested out over a long weekend. The Neo Waterproof Wellington Boots are a fully waterproof knee high boot; we were testing out the Plum colour but they are also available in Navy. There is no faffing about with these boots, you just simply pull them on and off you go.

Patrick & Seamus Kelly are the 4th generation of Kelly’s to take the helm of the famous Kelly Kettle and camping gear brand. Founded in the west coast of Ireland, the Kelly Kettle was once the secret weapon of the Irish Anglers but has grown in popularity amongst all types of outdoor enthusiasts. The Kelly Kettle provides a completely different way of outdoor cooking, it is so simple and you don’t have to worry about running out of gas or damages.

The V-Lite Altitude Pro Lite RGS Waterproof Hiking Boot by Hi-Tec is both lightweight and fully waterproof, made from a waterproof suede and mesh upper that keeps the water out whilst the Dri-Tec breathable membrane allows heat to escape. The removable insole adds extra cushioning and the ankle cuff is flexible; giving you ample support without restricting movements.

As my friends and I get older, our annual camping trip has progressed from 2 man tents, ground mats and a tin of beans to a miniature village with all the latest camping gadgets and creature comforts. The Coleman FastPitch Air Valdes 4 Person Tent is just the thing to knock my friends’ pop-up tents out of the park; the Valdes offers idiot-proof erection due to its inflatable pole system, with a high pressure valve for quick inflation and deflation, meaning  the tent can easily be put up by one person.