Hiking Food Ideas for Walks in the UK
When we head out for a walk in Teesdale or the North Pennines, food is something we keep simple.
We want something easy to carry, quick to prepare, and enjoyable to eat when we stop somewhere quiet.
This is what we actually take with us on our walks.
The Reality of Hiking Food
A lot of typical hiking food sounds good until you are actually out there.
Sandwiches can go soggy, snacks are not always filling, and cooking a full meal can take more time than you want. On longer walks, especially in places like Upper Teesdale, having something warm and simple makes a real difference.
What We Actually Take
Our setup has become very straightforward.
Huel Hot and Savoury meals
Huel ready to drink bottles
Water to Go filter bottle
OEX Tacana lightweight stove
Everything is easy to carry and packs down neatly, which works well for longer days out.
Huel Hot and Savoury on Walks
Huel Hot and Savoury has become our main go to meal when we want something warm.
It is simple to use. We boil water on the stove, pour it into the pot or pouch, leave it for around five minutes, and it is ready.
It is lightweight, filling, and works well in all conditions. On colder days or when you stop somewhere exposed, having something warm really changes the experience.
Some of the flavours we have used include:
Pasta Bolognese
Mac and Cheese
Cajun Pasta
Thai Green Curry
Mexican Chilli
If you are trying Huel for the first time, we have added our discount code at the bottom of this page.
Huel Ready to Drink (Huel Lite)
When we want something even easier, we take Huel ready to drink.
There is no preparation needed. You can just open it and drink, which makes it ideal when you do not want to stop for long or do not want to get the stove out.
It is smooth, easy to drink, and works well as a quick option on the move.
If you are trying Huel for the first time, the £10 discount is automatically applied when you go through our link.
Clean Drinking Water Outdoors
One of the biggest changes for us has been using a Water to Go bottle.
Instead of carrying all our water from the start, we refill from rivers, waterfalls, and streams along the way. The built in filter is designed to remove bacteria, viruses, and contaminants, making the water safe to drink.
This means less weight to carry and more flexibility, especially on longer walks where you do not want to rely on carrying everything with you.
Boiling Water on the Go
We use the OEX Tacana stove, which has been reliable and easy to use.
It is lightweight, packs down small, and boils water quickly. That makes it ideal for quick stops where you want something warm without spending too much time setting up.
We have added a link to the stoves at Go Outdoors below if you want to take a look at options.
A Simple Extra
Sometimes we still take something extra like sausage and egg, especially on slower days out.
But most of the time, keeping things simple works best, and this setup makes that easy.
Discount Codes
Huel discount code:
outdoorexploringfamilyhuel
£10 off
Water to Go discount code:
outdoorexploringfamily
20% off
Final Thoughts
This setup is not about carrying lots of gear or making things complicated.
It is about keeping things simple so you can stop, enjoy where you are, and have something warm and easy without effort.
That is what has worked best for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have a Huel discount code?
Yes, we currently use the code outdoorexploringfamilyhuel which gives £10 off your first order.
Do you have a Water to Go discount code?
Yes, we use the code outdoorexploringfamily which gives 20% off.