The Best UK Campsites as Chosen by Outdoor Bloggers

The Best UK Campsites as Chosen by Outdoor Bloggers

As peak camping season is upon us, I thought it was a good opportunity to put together a list of the best UK campsites (and a bonus one in France!). I decided the best way to compile my list was

My Top Free Family Days Out in Northamptonshire

My Top Free Family Days Out in Northamptonshire

UPDATED APRIL 2025 If, like many parents, you’re looking for  things to do to keep the family occupied this summer, here’s a few of my favourite free days out in and around Northampton. Abington Park & Museum Abington Park has

Review: Merrell Siren Sport Q2

Review: Merrell Siren Sport Q2

If you’ve read my other Merrell review, you’ll know that I am already a big fan. Last year I tried out the MOAB Mid Gore-Tex boots and I loved them. In fact, they became my go-to boots over the winter.

Entertain Yourself While Camping

When you’re out on a hiking or camping trip most of the fun is supposed to come from what’s around you. You can enjoy beautiful scenery, take pleasure in the process of fending for yourself, and take the time to

June Round Up

June Round Up

I sometimes see other bloggers doing monthly round ups, and I think they’re such a good idea. However, by the time I get round to it, the next month has raced on and the moment has gone. This time, I’m

Review: Salomon X Ultra 2 GTX Men’s Walking Shoes

Everytime I get a new pair of walking shoes or boots to review, Luke rolls his eyes, or he’ll moan about the amount of packages that arrive at the house. Funnily enough, he didn’t complain when a lovely pair of

Go Ape at Woburn Safari Park

Go Ape at Woburn Safari Park

I was recently approached by Go Ape to see if I fancied giving their Treetop Adventure a try. To be honest my first reaction was ‘yes, that sounds fun!’ followed swiftly by ‘um, actually I’m not sure’. It’s one of

The Helpful Hiker does the Northamptonshire Round: 50 Miles in 2 Days (Day 2)

The Helpful Hiker does the Northamptonshire Round: 50 Miles in 2 Days (Day 2)

So I left the story at the end of day 1. I’d walked 30 miles, demolished a curry, had a few broken hours sleep and I was in bad shape. I still had another 20 miles to go, yet I

Castle Ashby Gardens

Castle Ashby Gardens

One of the best things about my recent 50 mile walk (apart from the massive sense of achievement and raising money for charity) was the chance to explore parts of my home county that I don’t know very well. One

National Parks Week 2017

National Parks Week 2017

This year in the UK, National Parks Week falls between the 24th and 30th July. This annual celebration of our 15 stunning National Parks, features a range of events and ways that you and your family can join in. To