We review the best hiking and active clothing, outdoor gear, tents, camping gear, accessories, campsites and more.
What is it? The LifeSaver Liberty Water Filter RRP £89.99 Stockists Iconlifesaver.com Amazon.co.uk Features Worlds’ first and only portable water purifier with bottle and pump combined Removes 99.99% of all Virus’, Bacteria and Cysts Filters up to 2,000 Litres with each cartridge FailSafe technology No chemicals or electric required Includes 5ft Hose for direct filtering…
What we tested Weird Fish Lulu Waterproof Jacket in Sweetcorn RRP: £60Buy it here Features Versatile block colour jacket Breathable and fully waterproof Left hand side chest pocket 3 piece detachable hood Dropped back hem for a flattering fit Bungee cord adjuster around the hood Velcro cuff length adjuster Full body lining 2 deep pockets…
What is it? Thule Upslope Backpack £105.00Buy it here Features Access gear in the main compartment without removing the backpack through a zipper that coils around the entire pack Three ways to access your gear – traditional top load, sling style side access and main compartment access while pack is on your back Incredibly comfortable…
My Adventure Accessories slouchy beanie hat What is it? Brimless Slouchy Beanie £12.50 Hiking Mitts £10 The verdict As well as being thoroughly obsessed with backpacks and boots, my other obsession is hats. I’ve got beanie hats in an array of different styles and colours, but I’d been after something a bit more muted compared…
The path leading to the pods at Whitemead Forest Park Where Did We Go? Whitemead Forest Park Parkend, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4LA Tel: 03301 230374 Prices: From £48.00 per night for a glamping pod that sleeps up to 4 people Our Stay Setting off late on Friday afternoon, we’re well and truly in holiday mode…
Join us on a cosy and relaxing break in Shropshire, staying in a beautiful little Sherpherd’s hut.
Robens have bought out a brand new inflatable yurt tent, and we’re seriously smitten with it. The big new Robens Aero Yurt sleeps up to 8 people, making it ideal for families and groups and provides heaps of space and practical features. Read on to find out more. Thinking of buying the Robens Aero Yurt?…
Osprey backpacks and bags are the first choice for many, but how does the Osprey Sylva 5 perform? Find out in our Osprey Sylva 5 review.
If like me you always seem to be freezing at night when you’re camping despite layering and using a technical sleeping bag, or if you’re always chilly on winter walks, you’ll love the brand new Zippo HeatBank, a rechargeable hand warmer offering up to 6 hours of warmth. Read on to find out more. Available…
In October 2018 I booked a large seaside house in Anglesey for a family stay, so that we could spend some quality family time together and celebrate my sisters 40th birthday. The main criteria were that the house needed to be big, with comfy ensuite bedrooms, a generous kitchen and living room as well as…
Volcom Cascade Ladies Technical Snowboarding Pants in Winter OrchidRRP £105.04 Stockists Features The Verdict With plans to go snowboarding later in the season and with some slope time booked at the Snowdome in Tamworth, I went on an expedition into attic to retrieve my snowboard and boarding gear. Both my old snowboardng jacket and pants…
What we tested KEEN Targhee Waterproof Hiking Shoes in Blue Nights/Rooibos Tea £54.99 Buy them here Features KEEN.DRY waterproof, beathable membrane Secure-fit lace-capture system Padded tongue and collar for comfort TPU heel-capture system for stability Cleansport NXT™ for natural odour control PFC-free durable water repellent Leather and textile upper Non-marking rubber outsole leaves no trace…