Cotswold Camping Shop

Whether you're a camping newbie or a seasoned pro, shopping for camping trips can be fun and Cotswold Camping Shop can help you with that. Find them at CotswoldOutdoor.com.

Cotswold started in 1974 as a modest building in the Cotswolds. Since then, they've grown to become a nationwide chain in the United Kingdom with a tremendous selection of clothing and equipment available for mail order and in-store purchase.

The Selection

Known for their selection, Cotswold Camping Shop has a little bit of everything. It's one-stop-shopping at its best for the outdoorsy types!

Clothing

Whether you want outerwear, travel wear, active wear, or casual lifestyle clothing, you can find it at Cotswold. The Jack Wolfskin Thunder Bay jacket for men is a wonderful way to keep warm when the temperatures drop at night. The Berghaus Womens Glissade II Jacket makes a waterproof option for women trying to take shelter from the rain.

While you're actually traveling, you'll want to stay cool and comfortable. Try the Icebreaker Printed Singlet or the Mountain Hardware No Nut Tee. You may even want to consider something from the active wear line, perhaps the Arc'teryx Motive Tank or the Lowe Alpine Dual Fiber Dryflo Tee. They promise to wick away moisture, keeping you as comfortable as possible during the long trek to the campsite.

For Your Feet

Hiking and camping can be rough on your feet. That's why looking for the most comfortable, high-quality shoes is important; and don't forget the socks. You'll need some to keep your feet dry as you walk. Costwold has shoes and socks for men and women, as well as foot care in case you do run into a nasty case of blisters and sore feet.

Find sandals for men and women from brands like Teva, Crocs and Merrell. Prefer hiking boots to sandals? That's okay, too, because you can find Scarpa boots for men and women on the website.

Find socks, walking poles, and even trail running shoes as well.

Supplies and Gadgets

There's an endless list of supplies and gadgets that you need for camping—and you can get most of them here.

• Tents like the Vaude Taurus 2 2007 can house two or three people comfortably. Lightweight and easy to assemble, if you're in the market for a new tent, this one is one to consider. If you need something bigger, the Robens Triple Dreamer 2007 is big enough to protect your whole family from bugs, the sun, and the water.

• Sleeping options abound, but one of the most comfortable ways to sleep is on an air mattress like the Camping Gaz Quickbed Double Airbed. Need a sleeping bag liner instead? The Aztec Fleece Sleeping B/Liner will make a cozy solution.

• Rucksacks and Luggage are a must when camping. There are daypacks like the Jack Wolfskin Bike & Hike Rucksack, larger sacks like the Gregory Triconi, and even Wheeled Luggage to choose from.

Cooking is another must when you're camping, even if it's just heating up a can of beans. For that, you'll either need a lot of patience and a good fire or a stove or grill. Try the Camping Gaz Camping Chef + Carrybag to cook with, and a set like the Hi Gear Polythene Deep Plate to eat from. Here is a list of things to cook in, if you're looking for new pots and pans for your camping trips.

Toys

From glow in the dark playing cards to Frisbees, kites to maps, you can find toys here to keep your little ones or yourself occupied during your next camping trip. You can even get protective gear for your rollerblades here, though you may or may not be doing much of that in the mountains.

Why Cotswold Camping Shop is Different

The Cotswold Camping Shop website is incredibly easy to navigate. There's a column on the left that lists things like Active Wear, Kites and Toys, Tents, Sleeping, Climbing, Books and Maps, and even World Music.

Want to browse a brand instead? You can do that at the top by using the drop-down menu. Choose from names like Aladdin, Bolle, Bush Baby, Camelbak, Duracell, Eagle Creek, Grangers, Lifesystems, Nerf, Timex, and more.

On the right side, you even get a list of favorites, new products, and sales.