Hiking

REVIEW: Camptoo UK Campervan Hire

Van life has a certain allure, having the freedom to jump in a van and head to any destination and not having to worry about booking accommodation. We’ve been toying with the idea of a van conversion project for a…

10 of the best coastal walks in England UK

Most of us say we love longs walks on the beach, after all, it’s a mainstay for everyone’s Instagram profile. But how do we find the right walk? While Wales may be famous for its beaches, England is an absolute wealth of natural beauty when…

6 tips to prevent joint pain on the trail

Hiking is one of the UK’s most popular outdoor activities with at least 60% of adults getting outdoors at least once a week to varying levels of difficulty – and it’s great for your health. To prevent joint pain from…

Best Mountain Walking Challenges UK

For a relatively small island like the United Kingdom, it has some incredible sights to see. If you’re into mountain walking or hiking, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to finding some of the best walking challenges in…

7 STUNNING PEAK DISTRICT WALKS

For anyone with a passion for walking and hiking, especially in the UK, Peak District walks have to be near the top of anyone’s list in terms of location and spectacle. The Peak District covers a vast area of northern…

WINTER HIKING GEAR: SAFETY ESSENTIALS

During winter hikes, especially in the mountains, your risk of ending up in dangerous situations is so much higher. The mountains can be a dangerous place if you aren’t fully prepared, please don’t attempt a mountain hike if you aren’t…

WINTER LAYERING BASICS FOR COLD WEATHER HIKES

Winter is officially upon us, forests and hills have all turned wonderful shades of white, the mountains snow-capped and misty mornings have creeped their way in – it’s time to start winter layering and preparing for those cold weather hikes! The…

HOW TO CLEAN HIKING BOOTS

If you’re a walker, hiker or mountaineer, you’ll likely have a decent pair of boots at your disposal.  However, to keep your boots looking and performing great across your walks and trails, you’re going to need to care for them properly….

6 TIPS FOR HIKING IN THE RAIN

When it comes to hiking in the rain, poor weather conditions will put most people off, but there are so many benefits to rainy day hikes! The route will be far less busy, meaning you have more space to enjoy…

3 ESSENTIAL SUPPLEMENTS FOR HIKERS

So you have all your gear loaded for a day of hiking and everything looks set for a great day in the mountains, but one question a lot of us never think of is if our bodies are loaded with…