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 the wood stove, wandered in the woods and drank hefty amounts of mulled wine.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Sponsored video: adidas Outdoor presents #claimfreedom
Fancy becoming the next adidas Outdoor athlete. It’s a more tangible dream than you think. adidas Outdoor are on the hunt for people with …
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Interview: pro freeride snowboarder Angelica Sykes
Get seriously inspired by Angelica Sykes, a British pro snowboarder who is tearing up the mountains are a freerider. I first met the lovely Angelica&…
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