The summer months provide the perfect opportunity to take a camping trip to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, explore the great outdoors, and enjoy nature.
Over recent years, glamping has changed the face of traditional camping, offering a luxurious camping experience with comfortable facilities and accommodation. So, you can enjoy unique landscapes without having to compromise on your home from home comforts.
But, when you’re going glamping, it can be difficult to know what to wear. If you’re planning a glamping trip and you’re not sure what to wear, we’ve got you covered.
Here’s our guide to what to wear when glamping.
Essential glamping clothing
Your essential glamping clothing checklist is similar to what you would need if you were heading off on a traditional glamping trip. You’ll need:
- Waterproof clothing
- Slippers or warm indoor shoes
- Sleepwear
- Woolly hat and gloves
- Sunglasses and sun hat
- Suitable footwear
- Sun protection
- Layers
- Spare underwear and socks
- Lightweight and fast drying materials
Seasonal glamping clothes
You can go glamping at any time of the year, allowing you to witness how the landscapes alter with the changing seasons.
However, what you should pack for your glamping trip will depend on the time of year.
Check out our seasonal glamping checklists to ensure you have the clothes you need, come rain or shine.
What to wear glamping in the spring
Although spring can be a wonderful time to go glamping, especially if the sun is shining, the weather can still be incredibly unpredictable so it’s important that you’re equipped for muddy puddles and rainy days, as well as warmer, sunnier conditions.
Clothing
If you’re glamping in the UK in spring, you’ll need to pack for every eventuality. Make sure you take:
- Waterproof clothing
- Shorts /T shirt
- Shacket
- Cardigan
- Shorts/ trousers
- Hat/ gloves if you’re hiking
- Sun hat
- Jumper/sweatshirt
Sun protection
When you’re spending time outdoors, it’s important to wear sun protection all year round, even during the winter. So, if you’re planning a spring glamping trip, make sure you pack a high factor sun screen, a sun hat and, of course, some glamorous oversized sunglasses to really look the part.
Footwear
Just because you’re glamping doesn’t mean that you won’t be at one with the outdoors. With this in mind, it’s important that you pack appropriate footwear for all weather conditions and activities including sea shoes, hiking boots, trainers and sandals for popping to the local pub or relaxing by the campsite.
Waterproofs
The nature of British weather means that you can never rely on it being dry for long. Remember to pack a lightweight waterproof jacket or raincoat.
What to wear glamping in the summer
Summer is typically the most popular time to go glamping. Here’s what you should take on your summer glamping trip:
Sun protection
Sun protection should always be on your packing list if you’re camping by during the summer months. You will need a sunhat, sunglasses and sun screen.
Clothing
Your summer glamping wardrobe should include:
- Shorts
- T-shirts
- Lots of layers
- Lightweight clothing
- Swimwear
- Warm clothing in case the weather changes
Footwear
We’d recommend taking:
- Walking boots
- Sea shoes
- Flip flops
- Trainers
What to wear glamping in the autumn
Autumn is a fantastic season to glamp. After all, there’s nothing better than the crunching sound of the leaves on the ground, the crisp air and the beautiful colourful golden landscapes that signal the start of a new season. Here’s what you’ll need to take:
Clothing
Your autumn glamping wardrobe should include:
- Jumpers
- Sweatshirts
- Layers
- Waterproof jacket
- Woolly hat and gloves
- Thermal socks
- Warm sleepwear
Footwear
When it comes to footwear, take:
- Walking boots
- Wellies
- Warm slippers
- Slipper socks
Waterproofs
On any glamping trip, you should always pack waterproofs, especially if you are going to be embarking on long walks, as the weather can change quickly.
For an autumn trip, take:
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof trousers
- Spare change of clothing
- Umbrella
- Wellies
Outwear
For an autumn glamping trip, take following outwear:
- Coat
- Jumper
- Jacket
- Hat, scarf and gloves
- Warm waterproof trousers
- Layers
- Cardigan
- Sunglasses
What to wear glamping in the winter
Providing you wrap up warm and plan for the adverse weather conditions, winter can be a great time to go glamping. Here’s what to pack:
Clothing
- Jumpers
- Thermals
- Thick socks
- Layers
- Warm hat
- Hat, scarf and gloves
- Sunglasses – the sun is positioned low in the sky during the winter months, making visibility difficult
Footwear
- Hiking Boots
- Warm slippers
- Wellies
Outwear
- Coat
- Jacket
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Handwarmers