OS Champion

Jenn Phillips

Tell us a bit about yourself and how you like to get outside?

We run a Kent based walking group and getting outside to us every weekend is so important. You
can always find us on a trail! Our aim is to make the outdoors and inclusive and welcoming place
to be.

What’s your favourite route or place to go?

Jenn & Mike’s Favourite Hiking Route – Nettlestead – Greensand and Medway Valley

Nettlestead – Greensand and Medway Valley

Want to find out more about how to start hiking?

Read our complete guide to Hiking for Beginners, everything you need to get started from essential equipment to fitness and safety advice – Hiking For Beginners

Find and follow Jenn and Mike online:

Instagram:@mj.outdoor.adventures

All OS Champions

Hiking for Beginners – A Complete Guide

June 18, 2024

13 min read

Hiking for beginners, a complete guide to hiking safety, hiking fitness and the best UK Routes for beginners

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A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Map Contour Lines

June 5, 2022

2 min read

Learn the use and meaning of contour lines on a map and understand how to use them to when you’re out and about or planning routes. Understanding contours will improve your map reading skills.

8 Epic Lake District walks you need to do

July 30, 2017

5 min read

It’s no secret that the Lake District is one of the most beautiful places in England with some epic walks to boot. Walker and cyclist Jamie Knop has listed eight of the most epic Lake District walks you need to tick off your bucket list.