Those clever folks at Ordnance Survey have just announced the release of The Great British Colouring Map. Read on to find out more and see how you can win yourself a copy! Released to coincide with their 225th anniversary, the continued popularity of adult colouring books is largely attributed to their association with mindfulness, and…
We think the Therm-a-Rest Tranquility 4 is the perfect weekend camping tent that’s fast and easy to put up by one person and offers spacious standing-height accommodation. Read on for our full review. What is it? Therm-a-rest Tranquility 4 tent Stockists Check Price On Amazon.co.uk Technical features Freestanding tent, 4 or 6 man versions available…
A survey of 1,000 campers and caravanners by CORGI HomePlan revealed that many campers are taking risks they would not take at home when it comes to their use of gas cookers, barbecues and heaters. All of these items can emit deadly carbon monoxide, even when flames are extinguished. Take a look at some of…
The summer camping season may be well and truly over, but we’ve teamed up with Outdoor World Direct to put a smile back on your face, and help you find your camping keen for next year! In our latest competition we’re giving you the chance to win a fantastic Vango Padstow 500 2016 family tent plus…
Mr CWS arrives and we set off on our adventure straight from work on Friday evening, arriving at Llyn Gwynant campsite in Snowdonia around 8:30pm. The moon is almost full and we head to where the Outdoor Bloggers group are camped. I can just make out the imposing shapes of steep hills all around us,…
Autumn is a brilliant time of year to get outdoors and explore. As well as being our favourite time of year for camping, we also love Autumn walks. At this time of year a warm outer layer is a must, and something with good levels of wind protection and waterproofing will help you stay comfy…
Knowing that you aren’t alone can be enough to provide comfort sometimes, so this is one of my rare personal posts where I share and muse on my own struggles with chronic pain, anxiety and depression. Just to be crystal clear, I am not self-diagnosed. I have in the past been medically diagnosed and treated…
Mpow 2 in 1 Clip on Smartphone Lens Mpow 2 in 1 Clip on Smartphone Lens Stockists Check Price On Amazon.co.uk Technical details of Lens 10X Macro Lens 0.6X Professional Wide Angle High Definition Lens 37mm Thread Widely compatible with most iOS and Android smartphones If there’s one thing I love more than camping, it’s…
What I tested Black Diamond Ladies Arete Tee £35.00 Buy it here Technical features Quick-dry, moisture wicking fabric Four-way stretch Breezy silhouette Neckline V stitch and back stitch Size: XS-XL The verdict I’m a size 14 and went for the Large and it fits perfectly. I don’t find normal t-shirts are very flattering, but I…
Walk Details Kinder Downfall from Hayfield, circular route, see it here. Hard/challenging 14.6km / 9 miles 695m 7.26 Hours On Friday evening we leave work, and in less than an hour we’re pulling up at Hayfield Campsite in the High Peak. I’ve been wanting to walk Kinder Scout since reading a friends blog article…
What we tested Olixar Power Up Kit 2500mAh £59.95 Buy it here Kit includes Power Up Kit carry case Travel adaptor with 4 USB ports 2500mAh portable power bank 2 Retractable Lightning and Micro USB charge and sync cables UK, US, AU and EU plug adaptors What did we think? We took the Olixar Power Up…
The entrance to Hayfield campsite Where did we stay? Hayfield Camping and Caravanning Club Site, Kinder Road, Hayfield, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK22 2LE £6.45 to £10.95 pp/pn Members’ and non-members’ tents, trailers and motorhomes welcome, but no caravans Grass pitches Hardstanding with EHU Childrens play area Pets welcome Camping pods & ReadyCamp available at this…