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Stories, ideas, and inspiration for outdoor adventures that fit around real life

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Whether you’re new to the outdoors or a seasoned explorer, you’ll find ideas for walks, bike rides, and many more adventures across the UK and beyond.

From multi-day challenges to quick local escapes and armchair adventures you can enjoy from the sofa, there’s something here for every kind of explorer.

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UK Mountain Adventure Festivals in 2026
UK Mountain Adventure Festivals in 2026

Plan an adventure fuelled weekend with my pick of the UK’s mountain festivals in 2026. Online streaming information also included.

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Guide to choosing a waterproof jacket in 2025
Guide to choosing a waterproof jacket in 2025

Looking for a new waterproof jacket? This guide explains key features, waterproof and breathability ratings, and how to care for your jacket so you stay safe and dry in the hills.

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Guide to Wild Camping in the UK
Guide to Wild Camping in the UK

Curious about wild camping in the UK? This guide takes you through the basics of wild camping legally, what to pack, and how to leave no trace.

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Why Northern Portugal is Europe’s hidden gem for outdoor adventure
Why Northern Portugal is Europe’s hidden gem for outdoor adventure

Discover why Northern Portugal is a place where outdoor adventure lovers can find a perfect escape away from the crowds. Get information and ideas for the Minho, Trás-os-Montes, Douro, and Porto regions.

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WALKING AND HIKING

Walks and hikes from local favourites to longer adventures.

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CYCLING AND BIKEPACKING

Mountain biking, gravel biking, and bikepacking adventures.

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Climbing, wild camping, and mini adventures for everyday life.

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GEAR AND REVIEWS

Outdoor gear reviews, comparisons, and kit I use.

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INSPIRATION AND IDEAS

Stories and ideas to inspire your next adventure.

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MEET OUTDOOR GIRL

Hi, I’m Jacquie, a UK outdoor writer with a love for adventure. On this site, you’ll find routes, wild camping tips, and stories from my own days out, along with posts on sustainability and wellbeing in the outdoors.

I grew up in the Yorkshire Dales but really fell in love with the wild outdoors in my 30s. These days, my favourite places are mountains and moorland, and a tent is my 5-star hotel.

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Cycling from Braga in Portugal to Santiago de Compostela in Spain
Cycling from Braga in Portugal to Santiago de Compostela in Spain

Join me on a cycling adventure from Braga to Santiago, exploring Portugal's Minho region, Galicia's coastline, local cuisine, and sections of the Camino Portuguese.

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UK Mountain Adventure Festivals in 2026
UK Mountain Adventure Festivals in 2026

Plan an adventure fuelled weekend with my pick of the UK’s mountain festivals in 2026. Online streaming information also included.

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Loch Katrine steamship and cycle adventure, Scotland
Loch Katrine steamship and cycle adventure, Scotland

Join me for a Loch Katrine adventure — a steamship cruise, a scenic 13 mile cycle, and a great cafe stop in Scotland’s beautiful Trossachs.

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