
21st May 2025
In photos: the Goyt Valley wildfire
After the driest start to Spring for 69 years, this photographer had the solemn task of capturing the Peak District devastation.
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Chris Townsend tests the best head torches for mountain use.
12th May 2025
GPS watches can aid mountain navigation and help to keep you fit. We test eight of them and demystify the tech.
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Four experts put the latest crampons through their paces and guide you to your perfect fit.
16th March 2025
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5th May 2025
Peter Macfarlane directs us to the kit you'll want in your pack should the worst happen.
5th May 2025
Kirsty Pallas and James Roddie keep the worst of the weather at bay with a selection of warm and waterproof winter gloves.
3rd March 2025
Our expert gear testers compare winter boots suitable for steeper, more technical ground.
6th May 2025
Food is often the number one topic on any backpacker’s mind. Alex Roddie taste tests mouth-watering backpacking meals.
6th May 2025
Need more than selfies and SMS signal? Alex Roddie and Chris Townsend take a look at smartphones fit for the outdoors.
6th May 2025
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6th May 2025
Gear testers Alex Roddie and Lara Dunn put some of the best hiking shoes through their paces in the hills.
6th May 2025
Our expert gear team take a look at the best men’s and women’s three-season walking boots.
6th May 2025
In their toughest assignment yet, our contributors map out some of the finest pub walks up and down our British hills.
16th February 2023
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Shelter, warmth and sometimes camaraderie in the most remote landscapes in the UK. Here are some of the UK's best bothy walks.
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29th September 2023
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8th May 2025
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