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‘Sheila’s Perfume’ and 27 other odd rose names

American photographer Russ McClintock has made a little collection of some of Britain’s most eccentric monikers for rose varieties. My favourites are Razzle Dazzle and Golden Oldie, but they are all very sweet (pun intended). If you want to enjoy these beautiful flowers, you can order a bouquet of spray roses, a wonderful way to bring these beautiful blooms indoors.

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Photoblog: the ski photoshoot

Photoblog: the ski photoshoot

I spent last week on the sunny slopes of Verbier shooting a ski and snowboard photography feature for NPhoto magazine with the fantastic Ross Woodhall.&…
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extreme sports
A year in the Spanish outdoors

A year in the Spanish outdoors

No matter where I live in the world, I’ll always have a huge soft spot for Spain. It’s a treasure trove of unspoilt …
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culture
Guest Blog: Christmas in Morocco

Guest Blog: Christmas in Morocco

Gorgeous globetrotter Josephine Cox tells us of the joys of a winter break in sunnier climes.
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The Girl Outdoors does The Simple Things

The Girl Outdoors does The Simple Things

May I humbly suggest that you get hold of a copy of the January edition of lovely magazine The Simple Things, because I am in&…
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How to: get better at skiing with ten top tips

How to: get better at skiing with ten top tips

I am beyond excited about January. Four days in Verbier followed swiftly by a week in Val Thorens means I can finally stop pretending that&…
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How to: manage your money when travelling

How to: manage your money when travelling

Travelling will give you an incredible insight into new cultures and people. It’ll give you a tan, an open mind and permanent wanderlust. But …
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Guest blog: On wanderlust

Guest blog: On wanderlust

Fellow girl outdoors and incurable traveller Anni Kasari blogs on the best feeling in the world: wanderlust.
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Review: Dry Wax combat jacket from Peregrine

Review: Dry Wax combat jacket from Peregrine

Say hello to my beautiful new coat. The lovely lot at Peregrine Clothing posted it to me and now I pretty much live in it.
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How to: stay safe and healthy on travel adventures

How to: stay safe and healthy on travel adventures

If you’re about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime, it’s easy to forget about health and safety in the excitement of …
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European Outdoor Film Tour

European Outdoor Film Tour

I don’t know when I was last this excited about going to the movies. Nine of the coolest European extreme sports films are on …
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Competition: win £100 to spend on winter goodies from Fat Face

Competition: win £100 to spend on winter goodies from Fat Face

I’ve always been a little bit in love with Fat Face’s philosophy: “Hunt down the perfect wave, ski from dawn till dusk, shed …
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Review: Brasher Hillmaster hiking socks for women

Review: Brasher Hillmaster hiking socks for women

I have new socks! So without further ado let me introduce:
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Cold Hawaii – the Danish surf mecca

Cold Hawaii – the Danish surf mecca

Surf fan and fellow girl outdoors Karina Kold on catching the best of Danish waves at Klitmøller.
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Review: Hi-Tec Lynx Trail mid women’s boots

Review: Hi-Tec Lynx Trail mid women’s boots

I like post. Especially when it’s a box containing a lovely new pair of Hi-Tec Lynx trail hiking boots (£54.00) from the very nice people&…
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Mud Runner 2012 – nothing tougher!

Mud Runner 2012 – nothing tougher!

Last Sunday Hayley, Pete and I made it through seven grueling, muddy, sweaty miles of the Mud Runner Classic 2012, at the beautiful Eastnor Castle…
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