Emily Thompson

Planning a long distance walk

There’s nothing more exciting than heading out the door on an adventure, especially walking a long distance trail. If you’ve never tackled a long distance trail there’s plenty to consider and lots to choose from, so where do you start?

Top tips for Winter navigation

You might be able to rely on basic navigation skills and gadgets in summer but now winter is in full swing you need to ensure that you have the skills to still have a great day whatever the conditions.

Why it’s important to download OS Locate

OS Locate - what is it and why do you need it?

Top Tips for making the most of winter

Emily Thompson shares her top tips for staying safe during adventures in the winter.

GetOutside Champions

Meet the new collection of OS Champions who will be leading the GetOutside charge and showcasing the best of Britain with their stories and tips. These people will be helping and inspiring you to GetOutside – follow them on Twitter and Instagram to get advice, adventures and gorgeous photos.

GetOutside Champion: Emily Thompson

For Emily Thompson, being outdoors is an addiction, and she particularly loves mountaineering at any opportunity she gets.

Piper Holes, Marsden

Piper holes provides a gentle 3-mile walk to the head of the Colne Valley. It provides some fantastic views across the wild and rugged landscape of the Marsden Moors and passes the historic Stanedge canal tunnels. It is well sign posted with Marsden Walkers are Welcome signs.

Everything you need to know about Mountain Rescue

Emily Thompson talks us through everything you need to know about Mountain Rescue Teams, and what to consider if you would like to become part of one.

Hidden delights of the Dales Way

Emily Thompson describes the hidden delights of the Dales Way.

10 of the best places on the Pennine Way

Stretching for 267 miles and following the backbone of England, the Pennine Way is not just an arduous long distance walk that attracts crazy fell runners and determine hikers – it also links some of England's most amazing landscapes and fantastic features. So even if you don’t want to walk the whole route is worth hunting out these gems.