How hiking can make you happy
‘Walk through life as though you have something new to learn, and you will’ wrote American philosopher Vernon Howard. There’s a simple happiness in the…
View Post‘Walk through life as though you have something new to learn, and you will’ wrote American philosopher Vernon Howard. There’s a simple happiness in the…
View PostI think it’s finally safe to say it – spring is here! Time to emerge from hibernation and start planning a summer of outdoor adventures.…
View PostThis easy to follow walk (it also makes a great trail run) takes in one of my favourite stretches of the Cornish coast path and…
View PostSPONSORED POST Winter is coming. But that’s no reason to hibernate – on dark, chilly days we need fresh air and exercise more than ever.…
View PostPicking a new pair of hiking boots can be a complicated endeavour. There’s a lot of choice out there, as well as a lot of…
View PostExploring a beautiful and slightly eerie old quarry pool hidden in a pocket of southern Snowdonia, complete with secret Hobbit tunnels and incredible views over…
View PostIf these crazy times make you want to run away to the woods, I hear you. For a little slice of peace and quiet I’d…
View PostAh, autumn, a time of contemplation, colour and really confusing weather. The trick to dressing for the chill is to make like an onion and…
View PostA multi-day hike through the Brecon Beacons: Searching for a little adventure inspiration? I joined the awesome Jake Thompsett of JT Expeditions for an expedition…
View PostPlanning a single or multi-day hike in the hills this season? Make sure you pack some of my favourite kit for mountain jaunts, from sturdy…
View PostMy Teva Terra walking sandals, £29.99 from SportsShoes, have been out on many an adventure with me this summer, and I am a big big…
View PostGrisport’s bright and bold Typhoon, £49, proves a decent entry-level walking boot that’s pocket friendly too.
View PostIn need of a little escape? I’m a very big fan of the Manor at Weston-on-the-Green, a cosy country retreat that’s easy on the eye…
View PostThis is what happens when you take three mates (one of whom has IMovie and a great desire to avoid doing revision) and go on…
View PostAutumn walks in Great Britain: a little round up of places to wander and things to do this autumn. If you’re longing for fresh air,…
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