Looking for Christmas ideas for the outdoor enthusiast or armchair adventurer in your life? Here’s my pick of gifts for book lovers, climbers, cyclists, walkers, runners, and more. Updated for December 2024.

The Douro Valley in Northern Portugal, has stunning scenery, steeply terraced vineyards, and sleepy traditional villages. It’s a great place for cycling, especially with an e-bike.

Ultimate guide to outdoor adventure activities in England: walking, cycling, climbing, SUP and more. The third in a four-part series, this guide covers county names beginning with L - S (Lancashire to Shropshire).

Ultimate guide to outdoor adventure activities in England: walking, cycling, climbing, SUP and more. The second in a four-part series, this guide covers county names beginning with D to K (County Durham to Kent).

Ultimate guide to outdoor adventure activities in England: walking, cycling, climbing, SUP and more. The first in a four-part series, this guide covers county names beginning with A to D (Bedfordshire to Dorset).

As a small cyclist myself, I know it can be a struggle to find bikes in a small enough size. This guide takes you through a few things to consider when choosing a new bike for two-wheeled adventures, and the bikes I found. Also has helpful information for taller riders 😉

Discover fun facts about Yorkshire, celebrating the heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and unique traditions of England’s largest county. From the history, to the National Parks, and world-famous Yorkshire Pudding, learn what makes Yorkshire truly special.

Being active outdoors in hot weather can affect both your health and performance. Read top tips for hydration, staying fuelled, sunscreen, beasties, and planning ahead.

Sustainable outdoor adventure is about how we travel, and the impact of tourism on our environment and local communities. But it's also about how we can leave the world a better place for the generations to come.

There are hundreds of long-distance walking trails across the UK. Here are some of the best, along with extra links to explore even more.

The UK is full of long distance cycling routes covering all kinds of terrain and distances. Here are 20 ideas for your next bikepacking adventure.

The British trig point has a sentimental hold on our hearts. We love visiting them, especially as they often have incredible views. Find out where 10 of my favourites are located.

The Hebridean Way is a 185-mile route through the remote and stunning islands of the Outer Hebrides. Get all the logistics here, with updated links for 2024.

The Suunto Race is an excellent GPS watch for training workouts and navigation. With base maps and clear AMOLED display, it comes in way cheaper than the competition.

Looking for a GPS watch that fits small wrists and can be used for navigating in the hills. This ultimate guide to choosing a GPS watch includes what to look for, an overview of 8 watches, and a free PDF download comparing 12 watches.

You don’t have to look far these days to find inspirational women outdoors. Many are achieving records as the first person, not just the first woman. Read here about ten amazing female adventurers.

Alston is a great base for walking in the Cumbrian North Pennines. Read about walks covering Cauldron Snout, Cow Green Reservoir, and Alston circular - all taking in parts of the Pennine Way National Trail.

See my pick of 10 awesome outdoor adventure films to keep you inspired this winter. If you like climbing, ultra running, snowboarding, mountain biking, exploring, and more, I’ve got you covered!

Plan an adventure fuelled weekend with my pick of the UK’s mountain festivals in 2024. Online streaming information also included.

On Christmas Eve, with driving rains and gusty winds of up to 60mph forecast, we headed out for a blast of fresh air. This is one of my favourite areas to walk, on open moorland with stunning scenery, but it was a wet and wild one! GPX download available.