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Hi Lisa, I've learned the hard way re sleeping bags, in the first few camps we had I had to seek out camping shops to buy new because I was always cold, even with the mats under the bed, fleece over the bed and over me until I decided on the Outwell Camper Lux sleeping bag which although pricey is snuggly and warm, so much that we bought another for my OH.  As mentioned above this is an item which you can't skimp on.

Some people like to take quilts but this is a personal preference.

Hiyas, i do agree with all the above about you don't want to get it wrong & be cold, saying that we have good sleping bags but im going to take my quilt instead next time we camp. I just can't get comfy in a sleeping bag. So also make sure that its something you are going to be comfy with. Just my thoughts. Either way we also take extra fleece blankets that can be used if its colder than expected.

Madz.

I agree there's nothing worse than being cold at night it's worth investing in a good quality sleeping bag.  I've got a vango escape 350xl, it's like a duvet that zips up!  It's really wide and long and thick and just so comfy.  I only go camping May-early September and don't think it would manage much colder than that but I take layers to wear if it is going to be cold and throw an extra blanket over the top and have never had a problem with this sleeping bag.