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sian December 31, 2015 photography

Hello 2016!

Another year of travels in the outdoors, and it’s fun seeing which of my Instagram pictures you’ve liked the most – they include some of my favourite places from 2015 – snow-capped Kenyan mountains, Australian desert islands, Swiss glaciers and the beautiful Gower peninsula. And me standing on my head a lot!

Thank you so much for reading in 2015. I’ll be celebrating NYE quietly from a Cornish beach tonight and can’t wait for another year of adventures and faraway places.

xx Sian

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sian December 30, 2015 places to stay

Places to stay: A stay with Brecon Cottages in Talybont-On-Usk

A totally charming weekend at Groves Cottage in Talybont-On-Usk, one of Brecon Cottages’ handpicked places to stay in the National Park. We curled up by&…

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sian December 29, 2015 other

Wrapping up warm for winter

It’s finally getting a bit chillier out there, isn’t it? If you’re planning to get out in all weathers and walk off …

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sian December 23, 2015 other

Giving a little back at Christmas

Hey wonderful readers! This post isn’t about the great outdoors or my new favourite hiking boots, but bear with me. I recently travelled to …

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sian December 17, 2015 skiing

My Grand Train Tour of Switzerland

A few weeks ago I train-hopped my way around Switzerland on assignment for Greentraveller. I took a series of incredible rail journeys, stopping to admire&…

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sian December 15, 2015 competition

Competition: WIN a pair of my Hunter wellingtons with Country Attire

Happy Christmas my dears! Here’s a very nice present for you – you could win a gorgeous pair of Hunter Field wellingtons from Country Attire,&…

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sian December 14, 2015 kit reviews

Review: Fjallraven Greenland Winter Parka

Fjallraven Greenland Parka review: Searching for the perfect winter coat? If you’re after a hard-working parka that also feels like wearing a cuddle in …

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sian December 14, 2015 adventure

Wild Britain adventures for The Independent

Wild open spaces and adventures off the beaten track are closer than you think – get inspired to go exploring in Britain this winter with…

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sian December 14, 2015 kit reviews

Review: Osprey Tempest 20 litre daysack

Osprey Tempest review: Adventuring in hot and cold climates with the female-specific fit Osprey Tempest 20 litre daysack, £90. Osprey Tempest review Product Description: Tempest…

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sian December 3, 2015 other

The big outdoorsy Christmas gift guide 2015

Mistletoe, wine, last-minute gift panic… It’s that time of year again. And I’m writing this on a train trundling through the snow-clad Swiss …

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sian November 26, 2015 adventure

Adventures in Kenya

More of my explorations in the Kenyan highlands, including the most beautiful pool I’ve ever swam in, a climb up Hyena Rock, a flower-filled …

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sian November 22, 2015 skiing

How to: pack for a ski season

Off on a ski season this winter? You don’t need warm pants, extra scarves or photos of your dog. Trust me, I’ve seen …

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sian November 15, 2015 adventure

Photoblog: an African safari

The first post from my adventures in Kenya this summer – photos from a game drive through the wonderful Oj Pejeta wildlife conservancy. This amazing…

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sian November 15, 2015 cycling

My favourite cycling kit

Cycling kit so lovely you’ll be desperate to head out on your bike on sub-zero mornings just so you can show it off. My …

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sian November 14, 2015 extreme sports

How to film better sports video with your D-SLR

Think making movies takes time, experience or fancy software? Think again. If you own a DSLR, a tripod and a couple of lenses you already&…

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sian November 12, 2015 guest blog