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  • Gear guides

Gear Guide: Walking socks

November 12, 2021
7 min read

Having the right walking socks will prevent blisters, regulate foot temperature and wick away moisture, helping you extend your favourite walks. This guide from Bridgedale will help you choose the perfect pair to keep your tootsies comfortable all day long.

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  • Walking

10 best hill walks in Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park

November 11, 2021
5 min read

Loch Lomond and the Trossachs has a staggering 41 mountains over 2000 ft to climb. Kate Hopper gives us 10 of her favourite hill walks in the area.

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  • Walking

5 of the best walks in the Cairngorms

November 11, 2021
5 min read

There is nowhere like the Cairngorms National Park. It’s the UK’s largest with its ancient Caledonian Pine Forest, famous mountains and hidden hills. There are plenty of fantastic walks for you to discover. Here are five of the best.

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  • Gear guides

Gear Guide: Walking footwear

November 8, 2021
8 min read

Regardless of whether you’re a local dog walker or a seasoned trail blazer, you’re going to want to have the right footwear to make your walk more comfortable. We take a detailed look at the best footwear for walking and how they fair across different terrains.

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  • Gear guides

Gear Guide: Head torches

November 5, 2021
7 min read

During winter and autumn and on overnight trips you’ll need a light to see where you’re going and what you’re doing. This gear guide tells you all you need to know about headtorches to help you choose the perfect one for you.

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  • Places to go

Most haunted places in Britain to visit

October 29, 2021
9 min read

Have your own fright night this Halloween by visiting one of Britain’s most haunted locations. We share the ghostly stories of our favourite places to go for a spooky day out. From castles to country parks, city bookshops and pubs – there’s an eerie place for all.

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  • Cycling
  • Off-road cycling
  • Road cycling

All you need to know about electric bikes (e-bikes)

October 28, 2021
5 min read

OS GetOutside Champion and owner of Stage 1 Cycles, Helen Pollard, tells you everything you need to know about e-bikes and how they can help you save money, become fitter, more sustainable and cover more ground.

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  • Walking

Britain’s secret summits

October 22, 2021
5 min read

We take a look at Britain’s secret summits where you can escape the crowds and enjoy some of the best hill walks around. Our friends at Keela recommend their favourite routes to help you reach the top.

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  • Walking

10 best waterfall walks

October 22, 2021
9 min read

Waterfalls are a great place to visit for a leisurely stroll and we’re lucky enough to have many across Great Britain. Find waterfall walks near you including details of each route. Our OS GeOutside Champions share with us 10 of their favourites.