The Advent calendars are being opened each day and there’s the hint of sleigh bells on the mountain winds, so it must be time to look for some Christmas prezzies for the outdoor enthusiast.

So how about some waterproof cases to keep those electronic gizmos dry in the worst weather. Aquapac has range to keep those high-tech gadgets protected even down to 15ft of water, though what you’d be doing taking an iPad diving is beyond us.

The iPad case costs £45; the Aquapac iPhone case £20.

There are also cases for cameras, including one for SLRs. The Stormproof CameraCases start at £25 and are, according to Aquapac, ideal for wet activities such as trekking, cycling and camping, in fact any activity that doesn’t mean your equipment will be completely submerged and will protect your camera from knocks thanks to a 10mm foam internal padding and soft anti-scratch lining.
The Aclima 3-in-1 baselayer Warmwool Hooded Sweater is made from 100 per cent merino wool to help regulate body temperature, repel body odour and keep you warm even when wet. The hoody features a collar than can be worn as a crew neck, a turtle neck or as a balaclava. The Norwegian brand said it’s super soft and can be tumble dried for convenience. The baselayer retails at £74, and stockists can be found on the Nordic Outdoor website.
The Primus C&H Vacuum Bottles come in a colourful range
The Primus C&H vacuum bottles can brighten up any dull day in the outdoors with a range of colourful vacuum flasks to keep your drink warm on the hill.

The 0. 25 litre bottles will keep your hot drinks hot and your cold drinks cold.