Packing & Kit List

BAGS & LUGGAGE

• Daypack – 25+ litres should be adequate for daily use during the hike

• Daypack rain cover

CLOTHING

• Quick-drying t-shirts

• Quick-drying long-sleeve tops

• Shorts

• Hiking trousers (zip-off hiking trousers that convert into shorts are great for summer hiking in the U.K.)

• Thermal base layer

• A decent mid-layer, such as a fleece or a synthetic down jacket

• A water and windproof top layer

• Waterproof trousers

• Clothes to sleep in

• Swimming gear

• Buff or bandana

• Sun hat

• Quick drying socks & underwear

FOOTWEAR

• Hiking boots or trail runners – these should be worn in and not new!

OTHER

• Hiking poles (you will need them, get ready for hills!)

• Any personal medicine that you might need

• General toiletries/hygiene products

• Insect repellant

• Sunscreen

• Polarised sunglasses

• Water bladder/bottles 2 L minimum

• Universal travel adapter

• Power bank or solar charger

• Personal first-aid kit (inc. blister treatment)

• Personal items (biodegradable toiletries, sanitary wear etc)

• Antibacterial hand-gel

• Spare shoelaces

OPTIONAL ITEMS

• Kula cloth – This is an antimicrobial pee cloth for women that saves carrying toilet paper and reduces waste

• Dry bag to keep items inside day's bags dry whilst hiking

• Electrolyte sachets to add to water

• Energy gels

• A waist pack – not obligatory but great for keeping items such as phones, cameras snacks easily accessible

Summer Hiking In England Visual Guide