A Guide to the Perfect Picnic!

As the weather warms up, there's no better time to gather friends and family for a summer picnic. With Scotland's beautiful landscapes providing the perfect backdrop, a little planning can help ensure your day goes smoothly, especially with the famously unpredictable Scottish weather!

Picnic Bags

Choosing the right picnic bag is the first step to planning a successful day outdoors. The ideal bag should be practical, easy to carry, and spacious enough to keep all your picnic essentials organised while helping to keep food fresh.

For a stylish yet compact option, the Navigate Beau & Elliot Oxford Upright Lunch Bag is available in both khaki and mulberry. Its structured, upright design keeps everything neatly organised, making it easy to pack and carry. Ideal for solo lunches or picnics for two, it's the perfect blend of practicality and style.

If you need something with a little more space, the ROKA London Hampstead Lunch Bag is an excellent choice. Featuring a roll-top design with a secure magnetic snap closure, it keeps your food safely stored while you're on the move. The insulated thermo lining helps maintain the temperature of your food, while two internal bottle pockets keep drinks upright and secure. Complete with a sturdy carry handle, adjustable crossbody strap, and water-resistant cotton canvas exterior, it's designed to handle everything from sunny afternoons to unexpected Scottish showers.

Picnic Mats and Blankets

Once you've chosen the perfect picnic spot, you'll need somewhere comfortable to sit. Investing in a quality picnic mat or blanket designed for outdoor use is well worth it!

The Rumpl Stash Mat is an excellent choice for family picnics and outdoor adventures. With a waterproof underside that protects against damp ground while repelling sand and stains, it's built for hassle-free days outside. Spacious enough to accommodate up to four people and easily packable, it's a practical option that's simple to carry wherever your day takes you.

If you're planning a picnic that stretches into a cooler afternoon or evening, the Rumpl Sherpa Puffy Blanket offers extra warmth and comfort. Featuring a cosy sherpa fleece underside and a durable, water-resistant outer layer, it's ideal for unpredictable weather. The built-in cape clip allows you to wear it hands-free around your shoulders, making it just as useful at the beach, campsite, or in the garden as it is for a relaxed picnic.

  
Practical Plates, Cutlery and Lunch Boxes

Once you've decided what delicious food to pack, it's time to think about how you'll store and serve it. Practical, reusable food storage and tableware help keep everything organised, make serving simple, and offer a more sustainable alternative to disposable items. From lunch boxes to plates and cutlery, choosing durable picnic essentials ensures you're well prepared for dining outdoors.

The Joseph Joseph GoEat Stainless Steel Cutlery Set includes a stainless-steel fork, knife and spoon that fit neatly together inside a practical storage case, making them easy to carry without loose cutlery getting lost in your bag.

The Frank Green Lunch Container is made up of three containers in different sizes, making it easy to separate your food. Once you have used them, they can be stored neatly together, making them great for storage in your picnic bag. They are also leak resistant and mess free, so no need to worry about spills!

If you’re looking for a way to bring some colour to your picnic, look no further than the Navigate Summerhouse Portofino Decorated Plates. This set of four plates features colourful hand-painted detailing inspired by the coastal aesthetics of Portofino, Italy. They are made from durable RPET and are dishwasher safe, so they are both practical and attractive.

For little ones, the Enesco Flopsy Snack Box with Cutlery Set combines a food container and cutlery in one convenient set. The Flopsy Rabbit design makes it a fun choice for children, while the compact design is easy to pack into a lunch bag.

If you’re spending a full day outdoors, it is important to stay hydrated. Reusable bottles and tumblers are easy to pack and can help keep your drinks stay cool all day.

The Frank Green Ceramic Reusable Bottle with Flip Straw Lid is a practical option with a 1l capacity and a practical flip straw. If you’re looking for something even bigger, the Klean Kanteen Rise Tumbler with Straw Lid has a capacity of 1064ml and features Climate Lock insulation, which can keep drinks hot or cold for hours.

Once you arrive at your picnic spot, the Navigate Summerhouse Portofino Stacking Tumblers allow everyone to enjoy their drinks. Made from a durable, lightweight plastic, they are well suited to picnics, while their stackable design saves space in your bag.

For a more compact option, the Joseph Joseph Loop Water Bottle has a 500ml capacity and features a carry loop for easy transport.

There’s still plenty of time to enjoy the sunshine with family and friends! Whether you’re planning the perfect picnic or simply making the most of the warmer days, we’ve got everything you need to celebrate the season in style.

Visit us in-store or shop online to stock up on all your summer essentials and make every sunny moment count.