What I tested MerinoLOFT Helix Zip Hood Stretch side panels Water resistant Lightweight Breathable Shaped hood Zippable pockets Available from Icebreaker.com The Lowdown Perfect for layering, I found this top to be very thin and extremely light. It packs down to a really small size, making it ideal for carrying with you on a hike,…
What we tested Tog24 Code 35L Rucksack Was £79.95 Now £39.95 Buy it here Technical features Padded lumbar support Rain cover Compression straps Walking pole attachment Bungee cord Reflective trim The lowdown Within 24 hours of receiving this backpack, we were off out for a hike, so I packed it and took it along with…
Walk details Route: The Roaches & Lud’s Church circular walk Distance: 11.5 km / 7.14 miles Grade: Easy-moderate Navigation: Easy to follow route Time: 4 to 4.5 hours Summary: A fabulous walk through spectacular scenery steeped in legend. Moderate initial ascent up The Roaches, small slippery steps down to Lud’s Church and a couple of…
To celebrate the return of longer, warmer days, we’ve teamed up with the folks over at Somerset Fire Pits, to bring you a fabulous prize. Read on to find out more… Somerset Fire Pits have designed their products to comply with usual campsite rules, which often stipulate that open fires must be raised off the…
What I tested Craghoppers Kiwi Pro High Waisted Trousers £65.00 Overall Rating Technical features The verdict I’ve been wearing these trousers almost every time I’ve been out hiking over the last 4 years, and I love them so much that I’ve since bought two more pairs. My original pair got too big for me…then too…
Referring to myself as a novice walker doesn’t seem right, as though learning to walk is a recent skill I’m yet to fully master. When it comes to hill walking however (or ‘Munro Bagging’ as it’s known in Scotland), I truly am a novice. We love walking, but we don’t consider ourselves ‘proper’ walkers. Previously…
12 months on and my boots are looking a lot more worn, but still providing heaps of comfort What we tested Salomon Comet 3D Lady GTX Walking Boot £130.50 from Go Outdoors These boots are no longer available, but you can see the full Salomon range at Go Outdoors here. Suitable for multi-day hikes Womens…
With the surprisingly pleasant early spring sun warming my arms, we walked without purpose. A distant lake glimpsed between trees enticed us closer, drawn as always to water as a moth to a flame. Tatton Park is home to the reputedly haunted Old Hall, 1000 acres of Deer park, a neo-classical mansion, 50 acres of…
Which of these camping achievements can you proudly (or not so proudly!) claim to have? Take a look at our camping achievement badges below and figure out what kind of camper your are. 1. Battler of the elements You’ve camped on more than one occasion in a gale, snow, high winds and/or torrential downpours…and you…
This is the first time we’ve managed to get down to the NEC for the Caravan, Camping & Motorohome show, and we weren’t disappointed. Read on to see some of our highlights from the 2016 show. Occupying a colossal 5 halls of the NEC, it’s a dream day out for anyone who is remotely interested…
The Gothic architecture of Cholmondeley Castle After a difficult week culminating in devastating family news, I sought solace in the grounds of Cholmondeley Castle in Cheshire. Sunday afternoon, bathed in sunlight, the grounds were a delight to photograph, bright and serene in stark contrast to my own grief. I’ve always been a strong believer in…
We usually love winter, because it means going on our annual snowboarding holiday, but this year, hitting the slopes wasn’t an option. After working all the way through Christmas and the new year, I needed some down time, so I headed online to see if I could find a mini break that might appeal. Although…