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Gravel bike and OS Maps

Where to ride a gravel bike: best gravel riding routes

March 30, 2022
7 min read

We’re lucky to have some amazing places to go gravel riding in Britain. This article takes a look at some of the best places to take a gravel bike and shows you how you can find and plan your own gravel riding routes. Includes popular routes recommended by the Gravel Kings.

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An easy guide to tree identification

March 17, 2022
10 min read

In Britain there are at least fifty species of native trees and shrubs. You may have been out and about and thought to yourself, what tree is that? Here’s an easy guide to tree identification so you can brush up on your tree knowledge and identify the beautiful trees you pass.

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Gear guide: sleeping bags

March 10, 2022
8 min read

This guide to sleeping bag takes a look at the different types of sleeping bags, their materials, features, ratings and what they’re best for, to help you choose the right one for you.

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Gear guide: camp stoves

March 7, 2022
5 min read

This gear guide to camp stoves will introduce you to the different type of camp stoves available and highlight the key features you need to consider when buying one. Whether you’re brewing a cuppa or cooking a hearty meal, camp stoves can make a big difference to your outdoor adventures.

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Teacher training: how to make map skills fun

March 6, 2022
7 min read

Adrian Hall of Active Outdoor Discovery is an Outdoor Activities Instructor, Mountain Leader and Expedition leader – and has spent the last few years inspiring school children to learn all about maps. Here is his advice on how you can make maps fun for kids to support their education and help them learn important life skills.

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London’s best parks for dog walking

February 22, 2022
5 min read

If you want to walk your dog in London and feel like your options are limited due to it being a huge city, you couldn’t be more wrong! We take a look at some of the best parks for dog walking in London and where they are on the map.

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Top urban hills that are worth the climb

February 22, 2022
6 min read

Hills make a great place to walk. You’ll benefit from an excellent workout and when you reach the top, will be rewarded with some great views. Here are our top urban hills that are worth the climb. Find hills near you.

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Walking in Mud

February 22, 2022
9 min read

It’s that time of year when many of your favourite paths can turn into a quagmire. Here are some on how to deal with walking in mud and how to plan a walking route that may avoid it.

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A bothy adventure and two Munros

February 8, 2022
4 min read

OS GetOutside Champion Cat Webster takes us on a two-day bothy adventure, taking in two Munros along the way.