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How to cook in a power cut (UK guide)

July 19, 2026July 18, 2026 by Lewis Doddy

A power cut cooking kit laid out on a table: a camping stove, gas canisters, pots, a mess tin, and a cast-iron kettle.

How to cook in a power cut safely, from gas hobs to camping stoves, plus easy meals, fuel-saving tips, and what never to do.

How to build a power cut kit (UK guide)

July 18, 2026July 9, 2026 by Lewis Doddy

A UK power cut kit laid out on linen: head torch, LED lantern, power bank, wind-up radio, camping stove, tinned food, foil blanket and bottled water.

How to build a power cut kit for your home, with what to include and realistic costs.

How to purify water in an emergency (UK guide)

July 18, 2026July 4, 2026 by Lewis Doddy

A UK home emergency water kit laid out: bottled water, purification tablets, a pan for boiling, a filter and storage containers.

How to purify water in an emergency in the UK. Boiling, tablets, filters, and what to do in a boil-water notice.

How to build a bug out bag UK (with free checklist)

July 18, 2026July 2, 2026 by Lewis Doddy

A UK bug out bag and its contents laid out flat: a navy rucksack, water bottle, water filter, food bars, a folded fleece, first aid kit, head torch, multi-tool, power bank, wind-up radio, passport, documents and cash.

How to build a bug out bag for short-notice UK emergencies. What to pack, what to skip, and a free printable checklist.

Prepping for beginners UK: what you need and how to get started

July 18, 2026June 18, 2026 by Lewis Doddy

A basic home emergency kit on a table with a wind-up radio, bottled water, tinned food, a torch, and a first aid kit

Prepping for beginners in the UK made simple. What to store, where to start, and how to build a practical 72-hour grab bag. Free printable checklist inside.