One of the best things about van life is cooking your own food — whether that's a proper fry-up on a Cornish clifftop or a slow-cooked stew after a day on the beach. But a great campervan kitchen doesn't happen by accident. Here's our guide to the essential cooking gear, storage, and equipment we stock at Newquay Camping Shop, 4 Bamber House, Victoria, PL26 8LQ.

Stoves — The Heart of Your Campervan Kitchen

The Cadac 2 Cook range is the most popular choice for campervan cooking in the UK — dual burners, a flat pack profile, and a wide ecosystem of compatible accessories make it the most versatile stove system on the market.

Cadac 2 Cook 2 Pro QR Stove
The classic dual-burner with quick-release coupling — the starting point for most campervan kitchens. Compact, powerful, and compatible with the full range of Cadac accessories.

Cadac 2 Cook 2 Pro Deluxe QR Stove
The Deluxe version includes a GreenGrill ceramic flat grill plate — ideal for cooking fish, vegetables, and anything you'd normally do on a griddle.

Cadac 2 Cook Turbo FFD Deluxe QR Stove
Adds Flame Failure Device (FFD) safety on both burners — automatically cuts the gas if the flame goes out. The safest option for cooking in enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces, such as inside the van or under a drive-away awning. Highly recommended for Cornwall's windy coastal pitches.

Cadac 2 Cook 3 Pro Deluxe QR Stove
The three-burner version — more cooking capacity for those who want to run multiple pans simultaneously.

Cadac 3 Cook Turbo FFD Deluxe QR Stove
Three burners with FFD safety on every burner — the premium option for serious outdoor cooks.

Cadac 1 Cook Turbo FFD Flat Grill Plate QR Stove
The compact single-burner option — lightweight and packable, ideal for solo van lifers or as a backup stove.

Cadac Accessories — Expand What You Can Cook

Cadac 2 Cook Grill Dome
Converts your 2 Cook into an oven — bake bread, roast vegetables, or cook a whole chicken on the campsite. A game-changer for longer van life trips.

Cadac 2 Cook Plancha
A large flat cooking surface — perfect for fry-ups, pancakes, quesadillas, and one-pan meals.

Cadac 2 Cook 3 Ribbed Grill Plate
A ribbed grill plate for char-grilled results — steaks, burgers, and fish straight from the Cornish coast.

Cadac Chef Pan 50
A large non-stick chef pan compatible with the Cadac system — ideal for paella, curries, and one-pot cooking.

Cadac Tapas Set
A tapas-style cooking set for sharing plates — great for social cooking on the campsite.

Storage — Outwell Collaps Range

The Outwell Collaps range is the smartest storage solution for campervan kitchens — everything folds completely flat, taking up a fraction of the space of conventional kitchenware.

• Outwell Collaps Tea Time Kettle 1.5L — a collapsible kettle that folds flat when empty; perfect for the morning brew without taking up precious van storage.
• Outwell Collaps Stew Pot 2.5L — a collapsible cooking pot; ideal for soups, stews, pasta, and one-pot meals on the road.
• Outwell Collaps Kettle 1.5L Navy Night / 2.5L Navy Night — the standard Collaps kettles in two sizes.
• Outwell Collaps Wash Bowl Navy Night / Wash Bowl with Drain — a collapsible washing-up bowl; folds flat for storage.
• Outwell Collaps Round Bucket with Lid — a collapsible bucket with lid; useful for water storage, washing, or waste.
• Outwell Collaps Water Carrier Navy Night / 6L Navy Night / 6L Shadow Green — collapsible water carriers; fold flat when empty.

Crockery — Outwell Feast Ceramic Sets

Outwell Feast Ceramic Set L
A proper ceramic camping crockery set — plates, bowls, and mugs that feel like home.

Outwell Feast Ceramic Set XL
The larger version — ideal for families or those who want a full table setting on the campsite.

Camp Kitchen Tables

A dedicated camp kitchen table keeps your cooking area organised and at a comfortable working height — essential for longer van life stays in Cornwall.

• Outwell Padres Kitchen Table Bamboo Tabletop — a dedicated camp kitchen with bamboo worktop, pull-out holder for a washing bowl or rubbish bag, and a windshield to protect burner flames.
• Outwell Padres XL Kitchen Table Bamboo Tabletop — the XL version with three hooks, a storage pocket, and a mesh-ventilation pull-out holder.
• Outwell Padres Double Kitchen Table — a double-width kitchen table for maximum workspace.

Cool Boxes — Keep It Fresh

• Igloo ICF 40 Compressor Cool Box 240v/12v/24v — keeps food genuinely cold on mains or 12/24v DC; ideal for longer van life trips.
• Igloo ICF80DZ Dual Zone Electric Cool Box — 80-litre dual-zone compressor cool box; fridge and freezer in one.
• Outwell Arctic Chill 30L 12V/230V 2026 — 30-litre compressor cool box for serious cooling performance.
• Outwell Arctic Chill 41 Dual Zone Compression Cooler — 41-litre dual-zone; fridge and freezer in one.
• Vango Pinnacle 57L Cool Box — high-performance passive cool box; excellent insulation for weekend trips.
• Vango Pinnacle Wheelie 45L Coolbox — the wheeled version; easy to move between van and campsite.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best stove for a campervan kitchen?

The Cadac 2 Cook 2 Pro QR is the most popular choice — dual burners, a compact footprint, and a huge range of compatible accessories. If you cook in enclosed spaces, upgrade to the Cadac 2 Cook Turbo FFD for Flame Failure Device safety on both burners.

What is the Outwell Collaps range?

The Collaps range is Outwell's collapsible kitchenware system — kettles, pots, bowls, buckets, and water carriers that fold completely flat when empty. It's designed specifically for campervans and caravans where storage space is at a premium.

Do I need a compressor cool box for van life?

For weekend trips, a high-quality passive cool box like the Vango Pinnacle will keep food cold for 2–3 days. For longer trips or warmer weather, a compressor cool box like the Igloo ICF 40 or Outwell Arctic Chill is worth the investment — it keeps food genuinely refrigerated rather than just cool.

What's the best camp kitchen table for a campervan?

The Outwell Padres Kitchen Table is our top pick — a dedicated outdoor kitchen with a bamboo worktop, windshield, and pull-out holder for a washing bowl. It sets up alongside your van or awning and gives you a proper working kitchen height.

Where can I buy campervan kitchen gear in Cornwall?

The full range is available online and in store at Newquay Camping Shop — Cornwall's dedicated camping specialists at 4 Bamber House, Victoria, PL26 8LQ, serving van lifers and caravanners across Cornwall and the South West. Free UK delivery available online, or visit our Newquay showroom to see the range in person.