On Saturday 19th July, three friends – Sam Gradwell (22 from Crosby, Liverpool), Matthew Finegan (23 from Sabden, Lancashire), and Petar Antonijevic (25 from London, England + Belgrade, Serbia) – climbed Ben Nevis barefoot to raise money for mountain rescue.…
Deciding the best trekking holidays and most iconic treks by continent, is daunting. Actually it is a mountainous task. I have done a fair amount of trekking but obviously I have not hiked every trail so how can I choose the best? I have based…
It has been a strange year and half. Covid has meant travel is almost non-existent and even English adventures have been very limited. But with restrictions lifted on the 19th of July our freedom has returned. But if, like many,…
When you are hiking, versatile lightweight outdoor clothing can make a huge difference to your comfort. For this Helly Hansen hiking gear review I tested a range of their clothing, mainly during a trip to the Lake District in Cumbria,…
A versatile lightweight backpack is useful for everything from hiking to biking and travel to family days out. Check out this review of Thule Stir 28L to find out how I got on with this daypack. Established in 1942, Thule…
Looking for a holiday that will keep the whole family happy? Then Ardeche family adventure holidays in France should be top of your list. With a range of activities and excitement, they have a little something for everybody. With the…
Looking for a pair of versatile approach shoes? Or trying to find all-round tough adventure travel footwear? Read this review of Haglofs Vertigo II as they may be what you are looking for. The Haglofs Vertigo II are top of the range ‘approach shoes’…
I recently had the pleasure of catching up with Adam Short, who in June 2015 became the first person to complete walking the UK coastline at the waters edge. In this interview with Adam Short we discuss what motivates him,…
Climbing in Costa Blanca and want to try something a little less intense for a day? Hiking in the region and fancy something a little more challenging? Then Segaria ridge hiking and scrambling in Costa Blanca may be perfect for you. Although ridge hiking requires some technical…
The US is home to some of the world’s oldest, biggest and best national parks. And the best way to explore them is on foot. With great variety, ample pristine wilderness and stunning scenery, it’s easy to see why USA trekking holidays are renowned…
If you’ve caught the climbing bug then you’ll be more than familiar with the feeling. Every time you pass any kind of vertical surface you’ll feel an irresistible urge to figure out how best to climb it. Every different kind…
Fancy rock climbing in the Pyrenees? There are plenty of routes for beginners and more advanced climbers. However this article is aimed at first timers hitting the crags. Pyrenees geography Forming a natural border between France and Spain, and home…
