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17th September 2024
The best GPS watches can aid mountain navigation and help to keep you fit. Alex Roddie tests eight of them.
17th September 2024
In ever-changeable hillwalking weather, pack a pair of hiking gloves you can count on, recommend Peter Macfarlane and Francesca Donovan.
17th September 2024
Our gear and backpacking expert Chris Townsend round up the walking and hiking boots best suited for wide feet.
18th July 2023
Find out which products and brands have impressed our experienced jury in The Great Outdoors Gear Awards 2023.
15th September 2024
Leading camping and backpacking expert Chris Townsend puts single-person tents to the test, featuring the latest from MSR, Hilleberg, Vaude, Robens and more.
15th September 2024
Our expert gear team take a look at the best men’s and women’s three-season walking boots.
17th September 2024
This season's best waterproof jackets for hiking and backpacking, as chosen by our team of outdoor experts.
17th September 2024
Our team of experts have put 10 of the best sleeping bags in variable conditions. Find out which bag came out on top.
17th September 2024
In ever-changeable hillwalking weather, pack a pair of hiking gloves you can count on, recommend Peter Macfarlane and Francesca Donovan.
17th September 2024
You don't need to break the bank to get a good waterproof jacket. Outdoor gear expert Chris Townsend rounds up the best jackets under £200.
17th September 2024
This season's best waterproof jackets for hiking and backpacking, as chosen by our team of outdoor experts.
17th September 2024
Our team of experts have put 10 of the best sleeping bags in variable conditions. Find out which bag came out on top.
17th September 2024
If you're just getting into hiking or are a seasoned hiker looking for the best budget backpacks, then take a look at our guide.
17th September 2024
A daypack is an essential piece for any day-tripper into the mountains. Here, we round up the best.
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.
7th August 2023
Searching for solitude in the Peak District? Come with us as we round up some of the remaining 'secret' walks in this popular national park.
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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9th September 2024
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8th August 2024
Francesca Donovan spends summer getting her head around the Marmite of outdoor kit, armless sunglasses.
7th August 2024
Chris Townsend's impressed by the ultralight Prospector pack made in the Lake District, awarding it our coveted Best Buy endorsement back in 2021.
31st July 2024
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29th July 2024
David Lintern enjoys the view from a midge net for the first time ever
29th July 2024
David Lintern is impressed by this compact and efficient camping accessory
17th September 2024
Our gear and backpacking expert Chris Townsend round up the walking and hiking boots best suited for wide feet.
17th September 2024
Cleaning your backpack on a regular basis is one thing you can do to help make your kit last longer.
15th September 2024
How many calories in backpacking meals is the right amount of calories? More complex than you might think, The Great Outdoors answers your questions.
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