First-trip readiness score
A guide, not advice. Check your kit maker's figures before you buy or pack.
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Short answer
Mark off the planning checks you have completed to see what remains. Every item counts equally. This is a checklist completion score, not a safety assessment or a guarantee that a trip will go to plan.
Worked example
| You enter | Value |
|---|---|
| Booking, arrival time and site rules checked | Yes |
| Tent and all parts checked or practised at home | Yes |
| Beds, bags and warm layers checked | Yes |
| Forecast checked and clothing planned | Yes |
| Route, arrival plan and essentials ready | Yes |
| Food, water and cooking plan checked | No |
5 of 6 planning checks completed
| Result | Value |
|---|---|
| Planning checks completed | 5 of 6 |
Still to check
- Plan food, water and cooking
Show the working
- Planning completion: 5 checked out of 6
How it works
- Completion score = checked planning items ÷ all items
- Each item is counted equally; the score is not a safety rating
A completed checklist cannot guarantee a successful or safe trip. Recheck current site rules, weather and equipment instructions before travelling.
Our figures (adjustable)
These are our planning allowances and, once checked, typical figures with their sources. They aren't facts about your kit: change any of them in the calculator.
This calculator has no built-in defaults: every figure comes from you or your kit's own label.
What to buy
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FAQs
What should I check before a first camping trip?
Confirm the booking and site rules, practise with your tent, check your sleep kit, review the latest forecast and plan your route, food and water.
Does a full score mean I am ready for any weather?
No. Recheck the forecast, official warnings, site information and equipment instructions before travelling.
Guides that use it
Camping for beginners in the UK
Camping for beginners in the UK: calm, practical help for UK families and first-timers, from the Canvasdale team.