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Must-have accessories for the perfect picnic

A round-up of our best picnic accessories

For many of us a good, old-fashioned picnic is a major part of our annual holidays and nothing beats a carefree sunny afternoon, with good food and great company. But, apart from the food, what do you need to turn a good picnic into a great picnic? Here, we’ve rounded up our favourite picnic accessories.

Picnic set

Picnic sets are a great space-saver, containing everything you need to eat your picnic food in one stylish basket or bag. Our Navigate Coast 4 Person Picnic Backpack has all the crockery, cutlery and glassware for a family of four, as well as a detachable bottle holder, bottle opener and chopping board, all in a practical backpack. For intimate picnics for two, the Navigate Coast 2 Person Picnic Set comes in a beautiful wicker basket that will double as a makeshift surface for dishes.  

Picnic table

While the romantic idea of a picnic is to sit on the ground surrounded by idyllic scenery, it isn’t always practical, especially if you have older members of your group. Add to this the need for a flat surface to rest plates and food on and you’ll see why we recommend the Kampa Happy Table. Ideal for picnics and general camping, the table has integral seating for four and folds away neatly for easy transportation. Alternatively, for those who are happy on the ground but need a level surface for drinks, the Kampa Mini Plastic Table is perfect.

Picnic chair

A folding chair can be an invaluable addition to a picnic and the Kampa Chairman Chair has the added feature of a fold down side table with cup holder. Easy to open and fold away in seconds, the chair can be carried without difficulty. For those preferring more padding in their seat, the Kampa Chief Chair has extra padding for comfort plus its own handy carry bag for transportation.

Cool bag

A cool bag is the ideal solution for keeping picnic food and drink chilled on warm days, and at BEC Ingoldmells, we have styles to suit everyone. The Navigate Coast Personal Cool Bag, available in navy or aqua is perfect for children to bring along with their own snacks, while the Insulated Tote by Navigate Coast is a well-insulated shoulder tote that has a built in cool bag. A versatile, useful and attractive accessory for any picnic, the innovative Navigate Coast Seat Cooler has reinforced sides which allow it to be used as a sturdy seat and an adjustable shoulder strap for easy transportation.

Wine bag

Ideal for keeping your wine at the perfect temperature, or for keeping soft drinks cool on the go, the Navigate Coast Bottle Carrier has an insulated lining and an internal divider for two bottles. A practical and inexpensive solution for picnics, the bottle carrier is available in navy or aqua.

Picnic blanket

The right picnic blanket can make or break your outing. Pick one that has a waterproof backing and that can be wiped clean easily like the Navigate Coast Picnic Blanket.  Measuring a generous 135cmX140cm, it is perfect for the beach or the garden alike.

Our camping and leisure department has everything you need for the perfect holiday picnic and for any other needs, contact us by phone or email or visit us-instore.