Busy planning outdoor adventures for spring? How about a gorgeous five man tent to fit all your mates in? I’m giving away a fantastic Outwell Lawndale tent worth £299 from Outdoor World Direct in my snazzy new competition.
Walk: Porth Chapel to St Agnes coast path, Cornwall
This easy to follow walk (it also makes a great trail run) takes in one of my favourite stretches of the Cornish coast path and&…
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Snow day crafts and recipes
Let it snow! Woken up to a magical winter landscape outside? Wrap up and head outdoors to play with my snow craft ideas for big&…
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Interview: adventurous filmmaker Jen Randall
I’m very excited about this one: an interview with the uber-inspiring Jen Randall, multi award-winning filmmaker and the lady behind the lens of The …
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Winter cycling: essential tips and kit
A touch of frost in the air is no reason not to get on your bike. Just get prepared properly to make sure you stay&…
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Review: Fjallraven Räven jacket from Taunton Leisure
My latest review is of a wear-anywhere light jacket from one of my favourite brands – Fjallraven’s Räven jacket from Taunton Leisure, £99. First designed&…
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Sponsored Post: Five ways to get outside with your gang
Gathering up a gaggle of mates can feel like herding cats, but it’s definitely all worth the effort when everyone finally makes it to …
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Review: Montane Phoenix jacket
Is your winter wardrobe missing a great padded mid-layer? Montane’s Phoenix, £140, might be the answer – this versatile and adventure-ready jacket is comfortable, water-resistant…
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The great outdoorsy Christmas gift guide 2017
‘Tis the season to be jolly! And to give these lovely presents to your outdoors-mad friends and family. This year my gift guide has a&…
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The active girl’s guide to Edmonton, Alberta
Welcome to Edmonton. This vibrant city in the heart of Alberta is more than just a great base for exploring the Rockies – it’s also&…
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Walk: Alcock Tarn and Nab Scar, a magical slice of the Lake District
Lace up your hiking boots and hunt out a perfect, panoramic view of the Lake District on this beautiful walk in the fells above Grasmere.&…
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Review: Danner Mountain Light hiking boots
Hellooooo beautiful. You may recognise these gorgeous hiking boots – they played a starring role on Reece Witherspoon’s feet in Wild. So how does Danner’…
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The best women’s snowsports gear of 2017/2018
Ready to hit the pistes? I’ve been testing out the best snow jackets, salopettes and base layers for The Independent. My top picks will …
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Sponsored post: The best ski resorts in France for beginners
Itching to learn to ski this winter? The Alps is the perfect place to give riding the white stuff a try, and SnowTrex‘s guide …
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Wild swimming at Sharrah Pools, Dartmoor
The neverending quest for beautiful places to swim in the wild in Britain continues. This time my lovely friend Kate took me to seek out&…
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How to: layer up for winter sports
I’m off to the French Alps this weekend, and in the process of getting out my favourite ski gear for another snowy adventure I’…
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