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Bikepacking in the Outer Hebrides - Barra and Vatersay
Vatersay is a stunning island at the bottom of the Outer Hebrides. It has white sandy beaches, and an unspoiled landscape. We arrived in Barra and cycled to Vatersay, spending two nights wild camping.
Bikepacking (mis) adventures
We headed out on the bikes for our first wild camp of the year. Then realised we had no way of lighting the stove…
The best place for breakfast?
When the snow falls and the beast from the east whips up a storm, why not head out for breakfast?
Walk: Digley Reservoir to Black Hill Summit
Walk: Digley to Black Hill Summit, Peak District area of West Yorkshire. Route map available.
5 gifts for the outdoor enthusiast this Christmas
5 gifts for the outdoor enthusiast this Christmas.
5 wild adventures close to home
Five ideas for mini adventures close to home. Ideal for the winter months.
Winter mountain bike clothing
Want to know the best layering system when riding your mountain bike in winter? Here’s what I do.
Skiddaw summit walk, The Lake District
Walking to the summit of Skiddaw - my first solo +900m summit.
Mountain biking, squelchy feet and soap bubbles
Read about a very (very) wet day mountain biking in the Lake District on the three rivers’ descent.
Walking the Kentmere Horseshoe: a perfect mountain day
The Kentmere Horseshoe is a 12.8 mile circular walk, staying high for much of the day. It takes in 9 Wainwright summits and has some of the most incredible views in the Lakes.
5 Great Gritstone Crags in the Peak District
Five of my favourite gritstone crags in the Peak District.
5 Outdoor adventure books by male authors
Five of my favourite outdoor adventure books by male authors.
5 Outdoor adventure books written by women
Five of my favourite outdoor adventure books by female authors.
5 Wild Camping Tips
Thinking of going wild camping? Here are five tips to help you enjoy the adventure.