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28th November 2024
Find your winter flow on feet or wheels through the art of movement outdoors with Ana Norrie-Toch.
27th November 2024
The initial stages of the Camino Francés are awe-inspiring and offer a rewarding challenge for any trekker.
25th November 2024
The new Scottish Mountaineering Club guide to the Cairngorms and North-East Scotland is a visual feast, says Ken Daykin.
15th November 2024
The UK's most experienced gear testing team share their top picks of outdoor kit and innovations for the year.
29th November 2024
Leading backpacking expert Chris Townsend puts tents to the test, featuring the latest from MSR, Hilleberg, Vaude, Robens and more.
16th November 2024
Our expert gear team take a look at the best men’s and women’s three-season walking boots.
30th November 2024
Insulated jackets stay warm when wet, making them perfect for winter use – particularly in temperate climates.
13th November 2024
Our Equipment Editor tests the best head torches for mountain use and explains what to look for when investing.
1st December 2024
We tested the best on the markets during challenging winter summit sleeps in the full spectrum of weather, including blizzards.
30th November 2024
Insulated jackets stay warm when wet, making them perfect for winter use – particularly in temperate climates.
29th November 2024
Leading backpacking expert Chris Townsend puts tents to the test, featuring the latest from MSR, Hilleberg, Vaude, Robens and more.
27th November 2024
Our team of experts have put 10 of the best sleeping bags in variable conditions. Find out which bag came out on top.
26th November 2024
In ever-changeable hillwalking weather, pack a pair of hiking gloves you can count on, say Peter Macfarlane and Francesca Donovan.
19th November 2024
Photographer David Lintern and Mountain Leader Kirsty Pallas have been out testing a range of sleeping mats.
16th February 2023
Planning an Alpine hiking holiday this year? Hanna Lindon picks out some of the best treks in the Alps, Europe’s greatest mountain chain.
6th July 2023
The Great Outdoors rounds up the best Peak District waterfall walks and how to go waterfall hunting to find your own secret spots.
9th June 2023
Our contributors go on the hunt for spicy scrambles up and down the UK. Here are some of the best.
29th September 2023
Our contributors share their Eryri/Snowdonia hidden gems for those seeking solitude in the craggy corners of North Wales.
19th September 2023
Shelter, warmth and sometimes camaraderie in the most remote landscapes in the UK. Here are some of the UK's best bothy walks.
31st October 2023
History buffs and storytellers know our sometimes horrifying human history can haunt our hills. Our experts visit these spiritual and sometimes profoundly moving places.
4th August 2023
Looking for some trail magic? One of these excellent long-distance trails in the UK and Ireland will no doubt provide.
10th December 2023
In their toughest assignment yet, our contributors map out some of the finest pub walks up and down our British hills.
12th March 2024
Francesca Donovan guides you on a fine Peak District day challenge taking in the highlights above the Edale Valley.
11th March 2024
Fiona Barltrop strides out along the ridges of the The Vale of Ewyas in the Black Mountains.
11th March 2024
Ian Battersby abandons burdens at the doorway to a deserted dale and Winash ridge.
11th March 2024
Often dismissed as boring and grassy, this secret route up the little-known Fisher’s Wife’s Rake path brings out the best of eastern Dodds, says James Forrest.
28th February 2024
Vivienne Crow joins the tops together for a western round which won't appear on the usual lists: The Gatesgarth Round.
28th February 2024
The best ridge walk in Ullswater? It doesn’t have iconic status, but the Fusedale Round is a brilliant high-level loop, says James Forrest.
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12th November 2024
Our Equipment Editor recommends the Biolite on walks when you know you won't be out for long.
12th November 2024
This is great value for money - but it's not a head torch for use in harsh conditions.
12th November 2024
Chris Townsend judges some features excellent but would like to them in a smaller, lighter headlamp.
12th November 2024
This lamp boasts an excellent control wheel but, overall, is let down by a charging feature.
12th November 2024
Our Equipment Editor gives his verdict on the most budget-friendly option in tests.
12th November 2024
Find out the verdict on this world-first head torch with updated 'reactive lighting'.
12th November 2024
This torch comes highly recommended by our Equipment Editor. Find out why.
12th November 2024
Find out why our Equipment Editor gave this lamp his highest praise after testing.
12th November 2024
These innovative lamps deserve praise - but there are a few downsides to the Free 1200XS.
29th October 2024
Francesca Donovan tests a lightweight alternative to the Changing Robe Which Must Not Be Named.
24th November 2024
Ingrina Shieh, London National Park City Ranger and Slow Ways Wayfarer shows you how to prepare for a long walk.
3rd November 2024
Emma Holgate introduces you to the underrated yet thrilling efficiency of backcountry skiing in Scotland.
2nd November 2024
Stuart McAleese shares the essential advice you’ll need to get into winter mountaineering territory.
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