5 Beach Essentials You Didn't Know You Needed

You can enjoy a great trip to the beach with only the basics - swimwear, sun cream, sunglasses and a towel. But there are some key beach essentials and accessories that will bring it to the next level. From ensuring your stuff stays dry to improving how easily you can change out of wet swimwear, here are five beach essentials you never knew you needed.

Waterproof Adventure Blanket

First up on our beach essentials list is the Waterproof Adventure Blanket. No longer do you need to wrestle with a damp, bulky blanket when you're trying to enjoy a beach picnic. The Waterproof Adventure Blanket has been engineered for life near the water. With a waterproof and sand-resistant bottom and an abrasion-resistant top, this blanket is designed to withstand rough conditions. The generous size is complemented by the 3M Thinsulate padding, providing additional warmth and comfort. Peg-down loops provide stability against breezes on windy beaches, whilst its compact size makes it one of the simplest beach essentials to take back with you when the day ends.

Towelling Changing Robe

Trying to dry off and change out of your wet swimwear behind a towel is never enjoyable, which is why the next of our beach essentials shouldn’t come as a surprise. A Towelling Changing Robe provides you with warmth, privacy, and somewhere to change out of your wet swimwear without being involved in the awkwardness of having to balance on one leg. Constructed from soft, breathable 400 gsm cotton material, the large poncho design ensures there is sufficient cover, with the large hood and deep pockets providing ample opportunity to relax between swims.

Waterproof Tote Bag

Your beach accessories need somewhere to go when they’re not actively being used, and most bags are designed for everyday carry items rather than with wet swimwear and sandy towels in mind. A Waterproof Tote Bag is the perfect answer, which is why it makes it onto our beach essentials list. Featuring a substantial 33L capacity, a sturdy self-supporting frame and waterproof construction, this tote will comfortably accommodate both wet and dry items. Zipped pockets are provided for storing valuable items, bottle pockets for easy access to hydrating beverages and a designated storage area for separating wet or dirty items from other items. And best of all, you can simply wipe or rinse the tote clean after a sandy day.

Water Bottle

Hydration at the beach is a necessity, which is why a high-quality insulated bottle is definitely one of the beach essentials you need to make sure you have on hand. Red's Drinkware Collection contains a variety of insulated bottles that are capable of maintaining drinks at their desired temperature for up to 24 hours. The 750ml insulated bottle, manufactured from durable 304 stainless steel, features interchangeable screw and sports caps, allowing users to switch between leak-proof transport and ease of drinking while moving about.

Quick-Drying Microfibre Towel

There is nothing better than wrapping yourself in a big, comfortable towel after a long time in the water. On the flip side, you don't want your beach bag weighed down with a heavy, wet towel. A Quick-Drying Microfibre Towel offers the perfect compromise. This particularly useful pick for our top beach essentials offers enough space to wrap yourself comfortably yet is small enough to fit neatly back into your bag once finished. Absorbing up to 4 times its own weight in water, the lightweight microfibre towel will dry significantly quicker than a regular beach towel. It measures approximately 80 cm x 150 cm and folds down to approximately 20 cm x 8 cm x 8 cm, including a convenient strap for carrying or hanging.

So there are our top 5 beach essentials that you didn’t know you needed. If you have any questions about any of these epic beach accessories that you can get from our store, you can reach out to our team for advice today!