Exploring the Scottish Highlands with Black Sheep Hotels

The wild and windswept Highlands of Scotland are home to some of Britain’s tallest mountains, deepest lochs and largest stretches of intact wilderness. I think…

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The best skinny dipping beaches in Britain

Any wild swim is a hugely liberating experience, but there’s nothing more freeing than shedding the last barrier between you and nature, and going skinny…

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Ten of the best adventure campsites in the UK

Fancy a night under canvas coupled with a day of exploring some of the most amazing landscapes in the UK? My favourite adventure campsites in…

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Meet Craghoppers’ Kiwi backpack collection

//This post is in collaboration with Craghoppers// Meet Craghoppers Kiwi backpack collection Whether you’re weekending in the city or heading off the beaten track, you’ll…

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BOOKS AND COURSES

BOOKS AND COURSES FROM THE GIRL OUTDOORS xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx TAKE MY ADVENTURE WRITING AND BLOGGING COURSE Do you dream of working as an adventure writer or…

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10 summer evening adventures to take this week

Long summer evenings were made for adventures. Forget all about your busy working day and savour the remaining hours of balmy sunshine by ticking off…

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The adventure lover’s guide to staying at home | My self isolation guide

Social distancing – it’s here, and it’s weird, especially if, like me, what makes you happiest is being in open spaces, among tall mountains or…

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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…

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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…

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Try one thing: 10 outdoor challenges that might just change your life

John Burroughs said it best: “I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.” if you’re feeling…

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My Lighthouse guide to coastal adventures in Britain

Dreaming of a summer of salty sea air and sand between your toes? You need my guide to planning and packing for coastal adventures on…

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The adventurous guide to Jordan

Welcome, adventurers, to a land of wild deserts, of lost cities and of moon-like seas. My active guide to Jordan is here to show you…

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Ten British outdoor adventures to plan this year

I think it’s finally safe to say it – spring is here! Time to emerge from hibernation and start planning a summer of outdoor adventures.…

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Eight of the world’s coolest yoga retreats

Is it time to escape from real life and get working on your downward dog? From sumptuous private Greek islands to cosy Cornwall and off-grid…

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Diary of a road trip around Cape Breton, Canada

I’ve long been meaning to write down the story of the most magical road trip I’ve ever taken. Cape Breton is an island at the…

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Places to Stay: Another Place, The Lake, Cumbria

Get a great big dose of the Lake District with a stay at Another Place, The Lake, a charmingly relaxed hotel with adventure at its…

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