sian, Author at the girl outdoors

sian February 10, 2020 travel

A Lapland adventure with Inghams

This is perhaps the closest you’ll come to Narnia. Welcome to Finnish Lapland, the wilderness high above the Arctic Circle where snow thickly coats the… View Post

sian February 2, 2020 other

Five American adventures to plan in 2020

Dreaming of exploring the US of A? If these five American adventures make you itch to book a seat on the next flight across the… View Post

sian January 30, 2020 competition

Win a summer chalet adventure in the French Alps with AliKats Mountain Holidays

Win a holiday in the French Alps by sharing your adventure bucket list Dreaming of the mountains? You could win a stay for you and… View Post

sian January 27, 2020 places to stay

Places to stay: New Inn Brilley, South Wales

Is this one of the last quirky corners of Wales? It feels rather like it when you open the gate to New Inn Brilley and… View Post

sian January 27, 2020 kit reviews

How to buy the perfect winter coat with Fjällräven

Ready to battle the elements? A warm, insulated and weatherproof jacket is worth investing in if you want to get outdoors all winter long. My… View Post

sian January 21, 2020 active

The best women’s ski and snowboard gear for 2020

The best women’s ski gear for 2020 Are the mountains calling your name? Get kitted up before you hit the snow in 2020 with my… View Post

sian January 4, 2020 travel

Travellers’ guide to Chiloé, Chile

If ever there were islands that seem lifted straight from a story book, it’s the curious archipelago of Chiloé. Perhaps it’s the journey to reach… View Post

sian January 4, 2020 adventure

Ten outdoors challenges for 2020

I don’t massively subscribe to the ‘new year, new you’ bollocks that gets bandied about every January but I do believe in setting myself a… View Post

sian December 29, 2019 travel

Places to Stay: Brownber Hall, Yorkshire Dales

In need of an escape to the country? Set your sights on the deliciously cosy Brownber Hall, the perfect base for stomping around the Yorkshire… View Post

sian December 20, 2019 surfing

What it’s like to surf The Wave, Bristol’s artificial surf wave

The Wave Bristol Review Who says you need the sea to surf? Meet The Wave, Bristol’s newly opened artificial surf lake with waves on tap.… View Post

sian December 20, 2019 active

How to work out and keep fit at work

How to keep fit at work and during the working week Even if you love the addictive buzz of keeping fit, working out regularly an… View Post

sian December 2, 2019 kit reviews

The outdoors and travel Christmas gift guide 2019

Glad tidings, my friends! Once again, my outdoors Christmas gift guide is here to help you find the perfect present for the luckiest explorers in… View Post

sian November 29, 2019 travel

How To Travel Alone: ten easy tips for solo travellers

My top tips for solo travellers: how to stay safe and happy when travelling alone Book your first hotelI always book a safe, well-reviewed hotel… View Post

sian November 22, 2019 adventure

Don’t hibernate: why you should get outdoors all winter

Don’t hibernate: Why getting outdoors in winter is so good for you Bears do it, bats do it, even bees do it – heralding the… View Post

sian November 13, 2019 other

Warmer Streets – donate warm clothing to help the homeless this Christmas

Donate your outdoor clothing and kit to help the homeless this Christmas All I want for Christmas is – your pre-loved outdoor kit! I’m collecting… View Post

sian November 12, 2019 places to stay

Places to Stay: YHA Castleton Losehill Hall, Peak District

Welcome to the perfect base for exploring the magical Peak District. YHA Castleton Losehill Hall is a cosy, welcoming hostel on the outskirts of the… View Post