The Countryside Code has been updated on the 1 April 2021 to reflect the best practices around visiting the countryside and protecting the natural environment, both safely and enjoyably. This upgrade has been conducted by Natural England and Natural Resources Wales to coincide with there 70th anniversary. This update has been shaped by nearly 4,000 …
Now that we will soon be able to travel a little further afield, we will be looking for new challenges and quests to occupy our outdoor days. I am not talking about Three Peaks challenges or the Wainwrights and Munros, I am talking about a challenge that is possible by virtually everyone regardless of age …
Review: Lunabands – Bandana Headbands The one thing I hate is being told to act my age and not my shoe size! At my age I can, and will, do as I please and that includes what I wear! As many of you will already know, I have a passion for Bandanas, Buffs, Snoods, Headbands …
For many people one of the attractions of walking is the solitude, peace and quiet that comes from walking alone. I, for example, prefer to walk alone and it helps clear my mind of the detritus of daily life. It also allows me to walk at my pace and go where I want to go. …
Review: Outdoor Research – Waterproof Liner Gloves There are some days that I do not want to wear a standard or thick glove, as my hands quickly overheat and become uncomfortable. However, during autumn and early spring, I do like to wear a thinner liner glove as my fingers tend to get cold quickly (an …
With the current spell of cold weather and snow across large parts of the UK, I have noticed an increase in social media winter foodie content. Never one to be left out, I thought is was a good time to present my favourite homemade soup. This is perfect for the flask to take out on …
Guest Blogger - The Walkers Club, Scotland Having spent 23 years living in Scotland, I have a great passion for the Scottish Countryside and its beautiful mountains. Because of this I have followed The Walkers Club on social media for sometime now. I love what they are achieving, which is to promote Scotland, Scottish walks …
Like many people, I am struggling with the 3rd lockdown and the inability to go to the locations I love to walk in. Strangely though, this time round I am finding it hard to motivate myself to put the boots on and get outside. I am finding myself making excuses such as 'its raining' or …
It is not very often that we get snow around this part of the country (Hampshire/West Sussex), so when we do get it I am going to shout about it. Sunday morning, I woke up to heavily falling snow and a good 50-75mm already on the ground. Time for a change of plan and reroute …
Review: Blis-Blox Reusable Comfort Patches Have you ever found that during the summer on a long hot walk your feet can swell a little creating hot spots under the laces or around the ankles? Do you have a pair of shoes or boots that occasionally rub and cause soreness leading to potential blisters? Personally, I …
