Gear editor
Ceri Llewellyn
Bethesda, Snowdonia · 12+ years covering this beat
Ceri leads Survivals' gear reviews, category roundups and head-to-head comparisons from a base near Bethesda. She came up through UK outdoor retail buying — six years assessing supplier samples for stocking decisions before going freelance — and brings that buyer's eye to every product page on the site. Her tests run on the Glyderau, Carneddau and Y Garn most weeks of the year. Pragmatic, allergic to brand worship, and willing to publish a verdict that pisses off a manufacturer if the kit deserves it. The 'budget option beats the premium' verdict shows up regularly in her copy because she hunts for it.
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46 articles across 3 hubs
Best Water Filters and Purifiers for UK Hiking 2026
Best water filters and purifiers for UK hiking and wild camping in 2026. Squeeze filters, gravity systems and UV purifiers compared across budget to premium.
Updated 2026-04-09
Best Knives and Multitools for UK Camping 2026
Best camping knives, multitools and saws for UK outdoor use in 2026. Fixed blades, folding knives and multitools reviewed across budget, mid-range and premium.
Updated 2026-04-09
Best Hiking Footwear for UK Walking and Backpacking 2026
Best hiking boots and shoes for the UK in 2026. Waterproof boots, trail runners and approach shoes reviewed across budget, mid-range and premium options.
Updated 2026-04-09
Best Head Torches for UK Camping and Hiking 2026
Best head torches for UK camping and hiking in 2026. Rechargeable and battery-powered headlamps reviewed across budget, mid-range and premium tiers.
Updated 2026-04-09
Best Portable Power Banks for UK Camping and Hiking 2026
Best power banks for camping and hiking in the UK. Lightweight, rugged and solar options compared for capacity and weight.
Updated 2026-04-06
Best Legal Survival Knives for UK Bushcraft and Camping 2026
Best legal survival and bushcraft knives in the UK. UK knife law explained and the best fixed-blade and folding knives compared.
Updated 2026-04-01
Best Camping Stoves for UK Backpacking and Hiking 2026
Best camping stoves for the UK in 2026. Gas, alcohol and wood-burning stoves reviewed and compared across budget, mid-range and premium options.
Updated 2026-04-01
Best Lightweight Sleeping Bags for UK Backpacking 2026
Best lightweight sleeping bags for backpacking in the UK. Down and synthetic bags under 1kg compared for warmth and packability.
Updated 2026-03-23
Best Outdoor Clothing for UK Hiking and Camping 2026
Best outdoor clothing for UK hiking and camping in 2026. Waterproofs, base layers, mid-layers and boots reviewed and compared for British conditions.
Updated 2026-03-23
Family Campsite Kit Guide — Gear for UK Holiday Camping
Complete family campsite camping kit list for UK holidays. Everything you need for a comfortable family camping trip, with gear picks to suit all budgets.
Updated 2026-03-21
Weekend Wild Camp Kit Guide — What to Pack for the UK
Complete kit list for a weekend wild camping trip in the UK. Everything you need for one night in the hills, with budget and premium options.
Updated 2026-03-16
Best Head Torches Under £30 for UK Hiking and Camping 2026
Best head torches under £30 for hiking and camping in the UK. Tested and compared for brightness, battery life and comfort.
Updated 2026-03-15
Best Trekking Poles for UK Hiking and Hill Walking 2026
Best trekking poles for hiking in the UK. Lightweight aluminium and carbon poles compared for durability, weight and value.
Updated 2026-03-02
Best Walking Boots Under £100 for UK Hiking Trails 2026
Best walking boots under £100 in the UK. Budget hiking boots tested on real British terrain for comfort, waterproofing and grip.
Updated 2026-02-26
Best Camping Pillows for UK Backpacking and Comfort 2026
Best camping pillows for UK hiking and backpacking in 2026. Inflatable, compressible and hybrid pillows compared for comfort and packability.
Updated 2026-02-17
Best Camping Cookware Sets for UK Backpackers 2026
Best camping cookware sets for UK outdoor cooking. Titanium, aluminium and stainless steel cook sets compared for weight and durability.
Updated 2026-02-15
Best Hiking Socks for UK Trails and Backpacking 2026
Best hiking socks for UK walking in 2026. Merino wool, synthetic and liner socks compared for comfort, blister prevention and wet-weather use.
Updated 2026-02-13
Best Camping Hammocks for UK Woodland Camping 2026
Best camping hammocks for the UK. Lightweight hammocks with tarps, bug nets and underquilts for comfortable hammock camping.
Updated 2026-02-12
Best Fire Starters for UK Camping and Survival 2026
Best fire starters for camping and bushcraft in the UK for 2026. Ferro rods, waterproof matches and natural tinder tested and compared.
Updated 2026-02-11
Best Sleeping Bags & Mats for UK Wild Camping 2026
Best sleeping bags and sleeping mats for UK camping in 2026. Budget to premium picks reviewed for every season, from summer campsites to winter mountains.
Updated 2026-02-09
Wild Camping Kit Under £150 — Budget UK Starter Picks 2026
How to get into wild camping for under £150 in the UK. Budget-friendly kit list with everything you need for your first wild camp.
Updated 2026-02-05
Best Water Filters for Hiking and Wild Camping UK 2026
Best water filters and purifiers for hiking in the UK for 2026. Squeeze filters, pump filters and UV purifiers tested and compared by weight.
Updated 2026-01-23
Best Emergency Blankets for UK Hikers and Campers 2026
Best emergency blankets and survival blankets for UK outdoor use in 2026. Mylar, bivvy-style and reusable options tested and compared.
Updated 2026-01-15
Winter Camping Kit Guide for Cold UK Conditions 2026
Complete kit list for winter camping in the UK. Cold weather gear reviewed for November–March camping in British mountains — what to buy and what to avoid.
Updated 2026-01-07
Best Budget Tents for UK Camping and Wild Camps 2026
Best budget tents under £100 for UK camping in 2026. Backpacking and car camping options tested in real British rain and wind conditions.
Updated 2026-01-05
Best Camping Lanterns for UK Campsites and Wild Camps 2026
Best camping lanterns for UK camping in 2026. LED, rechargeable and solar lanterns compared for brightness and battery life.
Updated 2026-01-03
Best Navigation Gear for UK Hikers and Walkers 2026
Best compasses, head torches and GPS devices for UK hiking in 2026. Budget to premium navigation gear reviewed and compared for walkers and backpackers.
Updated 2025-12-29
Best Camping Shelters for UK Outdoor Adventures 2026
The best tents, tarps and bivvy bags for UK camping in 2026. Budget, mid-range and premium shelter picks tested and compared honestly.
Updated 2025-12-27
Best Camping Chairs for UK Campsites and Festivals 2026
Best camping chairs for UK camping in 2026. From ultralight backpacking chairs to comfortable car camping thrones — tested and honestly reviewed.
Updated 2025-12-26
Best Waterproof Jackets Under £100 for UK Hikers 2026
Best waterproof jackets under £100 for hiking in the UK for 2026. Tested in real British rain and wind, then compared honestly.
Updated 2025-12-19
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