Explore the Howgill Fells with #GetOutside Champion James Forrest
This route was added to OS Maps last year by Country Walking magazine. With a free weekend, Jonathan and partner headed off on the ferry to give it a try.
Long gone are the days when we plan our car and motorcycle journeys using large format map books. So, what’s the best modern-day option to plan that perfect road trip? We explore the best options.
The Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) boasts a rich diversity of beautiful medieval castles offering interesting days out.
Orienteering doesn’t require technical kit, is very affordable and there are events held most weekends in rural and urban areas, as well as free fixed courses in forests and parks across Britain.
When you first start to map read or work with a compass, the one element that always causes most confusion is that of North! We should all know that the top of the map is North – but which one?
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.
Discover the beautiful gorge at the Birks of Aberfeldy immortalised in the poem by Burns. This 21km circular walk includes parts of the Rob Roy Way.
Climbing can be safe, suitable for lots of levels of fitness and ability and – the best bit – seriously addictive and tremendous fun. Keen climber, Sian Lewis, explains the different types of climbing and how you can get started.
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