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Best Christmas gifts for outdoor lovers and adventurers in 2024
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.
Guide to outdoor adventure activities in England: county names L-S
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).
Guide to outdoor adventure activities in England: county names D-K
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).
Guide to outdoor adventure activities in England: county names A-D
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).
Best multi-day walks in the UK
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.
10 favourite trig points in northern UK
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.
Walking in Alston and the Cumbrian North Pennines
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.
Circular walk from Holme: wet and wild!
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.
Walk: Wessenden and Black Hill on the old and new Pennine Way routes
This challenging walk across remote moorland had superb views, a surprise encounter with a mountain hare, and an incredible summit sunset. High on my list of favourite adventures.
Western Dumfries and Galloway: 5 outdoor activities
Often overlooked in favour of taking motorway north to the Highlands, Dumfries and Galloway is a quiet and unspoiled region of Scotland. Read about 5 outdoor activities in the western most part.
15 adventures in the UK’s National Parks
There are 15 National Parks in the UK, and they're perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for mountains, moorland, or coastal adventures, get inspired here.
Adventure bucket list: 40 amazing ideas in the UK and Europe
I love dreaming about adventures almost as much as I love going on them. Here are 40 things on my list, from long distance hikes to bike packing, cycle touring, and other adventures.
Frequently asked questions about the West Highland Way
Frequently asked questions about the West Highland Way. How long does it take, how to avoid blisters, what to pack, and more.
Walking the West Highland Way: 7 day itinerary
The West Highland Way is a 96 mile route in Scotland. It runs from Milngavie north of Glasgow to Fort William. Find out what we thought about our 7-day trip.
What are the Peak District Ethels?
The Ethels are 95 hills in the Peak District, mostly over 400m above sea level. Find out more about the Ethels and how to plan walks to tick them off.
Walk: Thurstonland, West Yorkshire
This lovely 2.80 mile circular walk starts and finishes in the village of Thurstonland (between Huddersfield and Holmfirth in West Yorkshire).
Walk: Usha Gap to Keld, via Muker
Walk: Fabulous circular walk in Swaledale, starting at Usha Gap campsite and going to Keld, via Muker.
10 of the best outdoor activities in Yorkshire
The ultimate guide with 10 of the best outdoor activities across Yorkshire.
10 of the best outdoor activities in the Peak District
If you’re heading to the Peak District this summer, check this guide for 10 of the best outdoor activities in the area.
National Map Reading Week: 5 Top Tips for navigating with a map
Five top tips for navigating with a map to celebrate National Map Reading Week.