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A List of Women’s Adventure Groups to Join in the UK
A list of UK female only adventure and hiking groups – the best place to start to build outdoor confidence.

Easy Thoughtful Gifts You Can Post for Christmas or Birthdays
One of the most affordable, thoughtful and easy gifts you can post – From just £7.99 for our small personalised maps, UK postage is free.

Looking for the best Lake District Walks? Meet Outdoor Expert Vivienne Crow
Vivienne shares the inspiration behind her new book Outstanding Walks: Lake District, featuring 60 of the best Lake District hiking routes

From Blisters to Books: Fiona Barltrop’s Path to Outdoor Writing
Find out more about OS Author Fiona Barltrop, a freelance outdoor writer and photographer with a passion for nature and adventure.

The 16 Lakes of the Lake District – Ranked by Popularity
Discover the 16 stunning lakes of the Lake District ranked by popularity. Explore each lake’s depth, size, hiking routes, OS Maps links, and fascinating facts to plan your next outdoor adventure.

GPX File FAQ’s – A Complete Guide For Hikers
Find out everything about hiking using GPX files? GPS expert, Jon Monks explains step by step how to use GPX files and where to find them.

Best Autumn Walks in the Lake District
Autumn in the Lake District is a feast for the eyes. An array of reds, yellows and oranges span the horizon and cover the ground. Here are some of the best autumn walks to be enjoyed in the Lake District this season.

Capturing Nature: Felicity Martin on Hiking, Photography and choosing a quieter life
Felicity Martin, the author of multiple Scottish Hiking Guide Books, shares her hiking and photography tips and tells us about her new quieter life

The Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge
Here’s exactly what to expect on The Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge. He shares the basics with us of what you can expect on this epic 25 mile walking challenge taking in the summits of Pen-y-ghent, Ingleborough and Whernside.