First Aid in the Outdoors

As the nights grow darker and colder, there’s something undeniably cosy about warm fires, twinkling candles, and hot meals shared with loved ones. But the colder months also bring a seasonal spike in accidents, especially burns and fire-related injuries.

As summer kicks into full swing, families across the UK are heading out on day trips, holidays, and outdoor adventures. Whether you're spending time at the beach, going for a hike, or enjoying a local festival, accidents can happen when you least expect them. That’s why a well-stocked first aid kit is a summer essential for family safety.

A mother or carer applies a plaster to a young girl’s injured knee during a family hike, demonstrating real-life outdoor first aid. This image captures the importance of knowing how to treat minor injuries such as cuts, grazes, and scrapes when help is far away. Paediatric First Aid training, gives you preparedness on outdoor adventures.