Walking Advice & Inspiration

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Winter Walks With The YHA
Winter Walks With The YHA
Winter Walks With The YHA

Try a walking staycation with the YHA...

The Ultimate Hill Walking Kit List
The Ultimate Hill Walking Kit List
The Ultimate Hill Walking Kit List

Getting out into the hills is one of the best ways to leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life behind, but having the right kit is essential to staying safe and enjoying your adventure. 

1072 What To Pack For A DofE Expedition
1072 What To Pack For A DofE Expedition
1072 What To Pack For A DofE Expedition

Prepare for your expedition with the DofE's recommended Kit List...

Top Winter Walking Safety Tips from the BMC
Top Winter Walking Safety Tips from the BMC
Top Winter Walking Safety Tips from the BMC

Our partners, the BMC, have shared with us their top tips for staying safe on winter walks, so you can enjoy everything the changing seasons have to offer.

How to Fit a Rucksack Correctly
How to Fit a Rucksack Correctly
How to Fit a Rucksack Correctly

Learn how to fit a rucksack properly with practical tips on torso length, hip belts, shoulder straps, load lifters, and getting the best carry.

1120 Our Top 9 Winter Adventures
1120 Our Top 9 Winter Adventures
1120 Our Top 9 Winter Adventures

For a little inspiration, here’s a selection of our staff’s winter adventure plans...

Top 5 Challenging Walks On The South West Coast Path
Top 5 Challenging Walks On The South West Coast Path
Top 5 Challenging Walks On The South West Coast Path

The UK's longest National Trail, the South West Coast Path, offers some of the most stunning scenery in the country and plenty of opportunities to get outdoors, whether you're a weekend walker or seasoned long-distance hiker.

The Ramblers' Top 10 City Escape Walks
The Ramblers' Top 10 City Escape Walks
The Ramblers' Top 10 City Escape Walks

Just a short car, bus or train ride away from some of Britain’s most popular cities, you’ll find some incredible rural walks ranging from leisurely two hours strolls to more challenging, longer routes. Here, the Ramblers take us through their top ten countryside escapes.

6 Alternatives to Crowd-Magnet Mountain Walks
6 Alternatives to Crowd-Magnet Mountain Walks
6 Alternatives to Crowd-Magnet Mountain Walks

Britain's wonderful hills, mountains and fells are some of the most heavily-trodden in the world, and unsurprisingly, some mountain routes can feel crowded at times. 

How To Choose An Insulated Jacket
How To Choose An Insulated Jacket
How To Choose An Insulated Jacket

Insulation is essential to keeping warm in the outdoors, and is usually worn as a mid-layer, or as the outer layer in dry, cold climates.

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