Hiking for Beginners: The Gear You Actually Need on Your First Trail
A practical hiking essentials guide covering footwear, water, navigation, layers, first aid and the gear beginners can safely leave at home.
Why Shoulder-Season Last-Minute Holidays Are Perfect for Hikers
If you love walking holidays, you don’t need to wait for the height of summer to experience the best of Europe’s great trails. In fact, booking off-season might just make your next hiking trip considerably more enjoyable. Here’s a look
Autumn Camping Isn’t Just Summer Camping With an Extra Layer
Autumn can be a lovely time to go camping. The heat of midsummer has passed, some campsites quieten down once the school holiday rush is over, and cooler walks through trees beginning to change colour are reason enough to get
Review: Women’s Fourteener 30 Hydration Hiking Pack
For full disclosure, I was sent a review sample for the purposes of this post. All words are my own. We’ve recently returned from a long hike in the Peak District where we covered 12 miles over Kinder Scout and
How to Upgrade Your Car with Aftermarket Alloy Wheels Before Your Next Hike
Nothing beats the excitement of packing your backpack, grabbing your walking boots and heading off for a weekend in the great outdoors. Whether you’re booking off to the Lake District or discovering the secret ways of the Peak District, it’s
Which is the best Parkrun in Northampton?
We’re lucky to have 3 parkruns in Northampton: Northampton, Sixfields Upton and University of Northampton. They are all very different beasts, so if you’re thinking of heading to Northampton for some parkrun tourism, here’s a roundup of the options so
3rd Edition Launched of Cleveland Way Guidebook
I was sent a free review copy of the Cleveland Guidebook and map booklet. Rucksack Readers have recently launched a newly updated 3rd editon of their Cleveland Way guidebook, plus a new map booklet. This updated version is based on
How to Experience Portugal Like a Local
Portugal rewards travellers who slow down and pay attention to everyday life. While famous beaches and historic landmarks deserve their reputation, you often discover the country’s real character in quieter streets, family-run cafés and lively town squares where neighbours meet
Outdoor Destinations That Spark Creativity and Writing Ideas
Some of the most celebrated writing in history was shaped by the outdoors. Here are five places that sparked great literature – and what it feels like to visit them today.
Free Kids Activities in Northamptonshire this Summer
First off, this post is going to have a lot of information, so I will be posting weekly updates across my socials with that week’s free activities across Northamptonshire. Please follow me on whichever platform works best for you so