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UK Mountain Adventure Festivals in 2024
Plan an adventure fuelled weekend with my pick of the UK’s mountain festivals in 2024. Online streaming information also included.
Circular walk from Holme: wet and wild!
On Christmas Eve, with driving rains and gusty winds of up to 60mph forecast, we headed out for a blast of fresh air. This is one of my favourite areas to walk, on open moorland with stunning scenery, but it was a wet and wild one! GPX download available.
Walk: Wessenden and Black Hill on the old and new Pennine Way routes
This challenging walk across remote moorland had superb views, a surprise encounter with a mountain hare, and an incredible summit sunset. High on my list of favourite adventures.
Nature-inspired and eco-friendly Christmas gifts: 2023
Looking for nature-inspired and eco-friendly gifts for your loved ones this Christmas? Here are 20 of my favourites.
Why running in bad weather can be good for your health
Did you know that getting outdoors in cold, blustery, and rainy weather can be great for our health. The Dutch and Scandinavians even have words for doing it.
Western Dumfries and Galloway: 5 outdoor activities
Often overlooked in favour of taking motorway north to the Highlands, Dumfries and Galloway is a quiet and unspoiled region of Scotland. Read about 5 outdoor activities in the western most part.
Mini getaway in the North York Moors
The North York Moors is a perfect location for a mini getaway. There’s something for everyone, whether you want to walk, bike, run, or simply kick back and relax.
15 adventures in the UK’s National Parks
There are 15 National Parks in the UK, and they're perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for mountains, moorland, or coastal adventures, get inspired here.
Adventure bucket list: 40 amazing ideas in the UK and Europe
I love dreaming about adventures almost as much as I love going on them. Here are 40 things on my list, from long distance hikes to bike packing, cycle touring, and other adventures.
Would you want to spend a month without social media?
Leaving social media for a month can be liberating. It can lead to withdrawal symptoms and difficulty breaking the habit. Can social media be addictive? And what can you do about it?
How to make outdoor adventure more sustainable
Most of us who love the outdoors will already have a high awareness of our impact on the environment. But is there anything else we can do to make outdoor adventure more sustainable?
Cycling the Hull to Hornsea rail trail
Cycle coast to coast on the Hull to Hornsea rail trail. This flat, 13 mile route is part of the Trans Pennine Trail and mostly traffic-free.
Frequently asked questions about the West Highland Way
Frequently asked questions about the West Highland Way. How long does it take, how to avoid blisters, what to pack, and more.
Walking the West Highland Way: 7 day itinerary
The West Highland Way is a 96 mile route in Scotland. It runs from Milngavie north of Glasgow to Fort William. Find out what we thought about our 7-day trip.
What are the Peak District Ethels?
The Ethels are 95 hills in the Peak District, mostly over 400m above sea level. Find out more about the Ethels and how to plan walks to tick them off.
Walk: Thurstonland, West Yorkshire
This lovely 2.80 mile circular walk starts and finishes in the village of Thurstonland (between Huddersfield and Holmfirth in West Yorkshire).
Patagonia founder gives away company to help fight climate change
Patagonia’s owner gives away the company he founded nearly 50 years ago to help fight climate change.
What to do if you get a tick bite
Read this post to find out what ticks are, where you find them, what to look out for, and how to remove them safely. No pictures of ticks are shown, but links are included so you can look if you want!
Slow living at The Lazy Duck, Aviemore
How holidaying off-grid can allow your body and mind to rest. We stayed in an eco-hut at The Lazy Duck near Aviemore in the Scottish Highlands.
Reduce single-use plastic: Plastic Free July
Single-use plastics are harmful to our environment. Here are 30 ideas to help reduce your consumption of plastic.