Do I need a campingaz stove?

[CatherineS2]

I like a cup of tea in the morning, so was thinking of taking a little gas stove.

But I doubt I'd use it for anything else so is it really necessary?

I'm guessing there will be lots of places to get a cuppa, but are they expensive?

[blackred]

If you have to buy the stove, kettle etc then definitely not. If you already have the kit then maybe - though you probably aren't looking at much of a saving bringing your own, especially if you need fresh milk to go with it.

Edited June 21, 2014 by blackred

[Firesprice]

no

[Peroni]

Depends how early in the morning you need a brew and where you are camped... We prefer the outskirts so take a little stove to have tea in the morning whilst we mooch...

[frostypaw]

I'd say yes - if you're a proper tea person you're going to want it done properly not some hot ish water slopped in a paper cup with the cheapest catering bag

Strongly recommend a visit to the Tiny Tea Tent opposite the Greenpeace field, lovely spot for a pause for a tea lover

[viberunner]

If you're willing to lug it, it's great. Lovely to wake up, maybe still a bit damp and cold outside, and get a brew on without leaving your tent.

Milk can be an issue without a coolbox, I use individual UHT carton milk - my Tesco has some but you can buy online. Wouldn't dream of using it at home, but doesn't seem so gross in a field.

I also take Chinese-supermarket pot noodles. Good quality meat/prawn filled ones. Light to carry but a full, delicious meal if you have some boiling water. Even if you're wanting to "eat out" and try the various food stalls just tent-cooking a few times can save a bunch of fivers or tenners.

[matt2007]

your choice but a cup of tea is aroung £1.50-£2 ......

[bexj]

Its also quite nice to have some hot water to have a propee wash. Worth the effort of taking one in my opinion

[frostypaw]

Its also quite nice to have some hot water to have a propee wash. Worth the effort of taking one in my opinion