Pony Trekking through Cresswell Crags
It was my hen weekend last week and my lovely sister had lined up a fantastic time for me. I’d had no idea what was planned, but we spent a day just outside the gorgeous Clumber Park enjoying a relaxing time
Review: Armaskin Anti Blister Socks
If you've ever suffered from blisters, you'll know just how debilitating they can be. We put some anti blister liner socks to the test to see if they lived up to the hype.
Review: HJ Hall ProTrek Socks
All walkers know that it is very important to look after your feet. Well-fitting boots that are suited to the terrain are a must, but it is just as important to wear good quality socks as well. If you’re going
Brecon & Our First Airbnb Experience
Our recent trip to Wales entailed a lot of firsts for me. It was my first trip to the Brecon Beacons, my first time walking in Wales and also my first Airbnb experience. It was a bit of a step
Review: TREK 33 LITRE BLACK RUCKSACK
I was recently offered the chance to review a rucksack from Trespass, the outdoor clothing company, and so took the opportunity to try one out during our recent trip to the Brecon Beacons. I chose a 33 litre bag as
Review: Elka Children's Waterproofs
I was recently asked by Wet Wednesdays if I would like to try out a set of waterproofs for Finn. It seemed particularly serendipitous as we were off to Wales for a short break, and as we all know, it always rains in
Two Waterfall Trail from Cwm Porth
Before we headed to Wales, I asked on social media if anyone had any tips for places to visit. One suggestion that caught my eye was the waterfalls near Ystradfellte. I did a little research and came across the ‘Four
Essential Hiking Gear for Beginners
When setting out for a day hike, there are certain safety essentials that all good hikers should carry.
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
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
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