Harlestone Easy 3 Mile Walk

Harlestone Easy 3 Mile Walk

At the beginning of 2016 I signed up for the #Walk2016 challenge with Viewranger (a great GPS and tracking app I use to record my walks) but had so far failed to get started! I have pledged to walk 250 miles

Behind the Scenes: Outdoor Photography

Behind the Scenes: Outdoor Photography

This isn’t a ‘how to’ post, more of a why. Anyone who reads The Helpful Hiker knows that I often rely on my partner Luke to take the photos that appear in my blog. I am working on my own

Foxton Locks

Foxton Locks

Last week we were all feeling a bit under the weather. Finn had bought a cold home from nursery and, although he was fine, me and Luke were feeling a bit ropey. It was one of those days where I

Top Camping Breakfasts

Top Camping Breakfasts

There are so many options for the perfect camping breakfast. Here are a couple of my favourites.

Best Outdoor Hashtags

Best Outdoor Hashtags

I've started collating the best social media hashtags to help connect all outdoor lovers.

Never Work With Children…

Never Work With Children…

I'm trying to improve my landscape photography skills so headed out to practise. While I was there I thought I'd try and get a decent shot of Finn, however I underestimated how difficult it is photographing a moving, wriggly little boy!

Camping Tips: Best Bedding for Babies & Toddlers

Camping Tips: Best Bedding for Babies & Toddlers

Want to take your baby or toddler camping but unsure about bedding? Well here's a few ideas to make your trip go smoothly and ensure everyone gets a good night's sleep.

Unearthing Local Treasures

Unearthing Local Treasures

When I'm deciding where to head for some time outdoors, I often overlook places on my doorstep. Here's what I unearthed when I kept it local.

Sywell Country Park, Northants

Sywell Country Park, Northants

Even a quick walk in familiar surroundings in dreary weather can prove to be a rewarding experience.

Review: Grisport 'Timber' Walking Boots

Review: Grisport 'Timber' Walking Boots

I used our recent jaunt up to the Peak District to try out a pair of boots that I had been sent from Grisport. I generally tend to shy away from choosing leather boots as I have always assumed that