Warmth and shelter starter kit
Simple ways to stay warm and dry if the heating fails in winter or you have to wait outside.
Why this kit
A house cools quickly when the heating stops, and the cold affects older people, babies and anyone unwell first. Layers, blankets and warmers help everyone stay comfortable in one room.
Waterproofs matter too if you have to leave home in bad weather.
Kit contents
What is in this kit
10 items
Quantities are for 2 adults for 3 days, with 3 litres of drinking water per person a day (GOV.UK guidance). Some items are one per household; others grow with the number of people and days.
Sized for the household you saved on this device.
Amazon links for this kit are coming soon. You can still use the list to check what you already have.
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Bedsure sherpa fleece blanket, 150 x 200 cm
Warmth if the heating is off.
1 each for 2 people.
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Quantity: 2
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Reusable waterproof poncho
Stay dry if you need to go out or leave.
1 each for 2 people.
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Quantity: 2
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Vango Nitestar Alpha sleeping bag
A warm, light sleeping bag for a cold night or a night away.
1 each for 2 people.
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Quantity: 2
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Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite SOL sleeping mat
Insulates you from a cold floor.
1 each for 2 people.
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Quantity: 2
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Lifesystems emergency foil blanket Optional
Compact emergency warmth for a bag or car.
1 each for 2 people.
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Quantity: 2
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HotHands hand warmers, 5 pairs Optional
Instant warmth with no power needed.
1 for the household.
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Quantity: 1
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Odlo Active Warm thermal base layer set Optional
A warm layer under everyday clothes when the heating is off.
1 each for 2 people.
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Quantity: 2
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Fashy hot water bottle with fleece cover, 2 L Optional
Long-lasting warmth from one kettle or stove boil.
1 each for 2 people.
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Quantity: 2
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DD Hammocks tarp, 3 x 3 m Optional
A quick waterproof cover for shelter or a damaged roof or window.
1 for the household.
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Quantity: 1
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Lifesystems survival shelter Optional
Emergency shelter from wind and rain for a small group.
1 for the household.
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Quantity: 1