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Everything from winter gloves and walking socks to portable barbecues and two-man tents – these are your guides to the best gear.

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Best 3-way fridge for UK camping

1 min ago

Keeping food and drink cold in the tent, car or van isn’t the easiest of tasks – but choosing the…

Gear Guides

Best bivvy bag for UK hiking

18 May at 08:34

Looking for the very best bivvy bag for your next UK hiking trip? Here are our top four. HomeGear GuidesBivvy…

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Best camping shower for UK adventures

11 May at 10:48

If you’re planning on staying off the grid, choosing the best camping shower is a great way to stay clean…

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Best lightweight camping chair for UK campers

6 May at 13:06

Whether you’re camping, backpacking or trekking, choosing the best lightweight camping chair can transform your outdoor experience on your next…

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Best camping pillow for UK camping

29 Apr at 14:26

Choosing the best camping pillow for UK adventures can be the difference between a great night’s sleep and a nightmare…

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Best budget walking boots for UK hiking

19 Apr at 15:07

A good pair of the best budget walking boots is all you really need to get out and explore the…

Gear Guides

Best portable fire pits for UK camping

14 Mar at 15:14

There’s nothing quite like sitting around a portable fire pit on a cold (or even a warm) evening on a…

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Best double sleeping bags for UK camping

28 Feb at 22:11

The best double sleeping bags for UK camping. Check out our top picks and the best deals from Trail Outdoor…

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5 best hiking daypacks for UK walking

28 Jan at 16:03

From Osprey and Patagonia to Eurohike and Lowe Alpine, take a look at our top picks of the very best…

Gear Reviews

Bags, luggage and just about everything else you could need for an adventure.

Backpack Reviews

OLPRO 44L Travel Bag Review

30 Mar at 18:20

The Adventure Pending team has been big OLPRO fans for a while now, so we were super excited when they…

Backpack Reviews

Osprey Exos 48 Review

30 Nov 2021

Our Osprey Exos 48 review – an impressive lightweight backpacking rucksack perfect for multi-day trips. One of the top packs…

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Backpack Reviews

HEIMPLANET Motion Ellipse 25L Review

7 Sep 2021

The HEIMPLANET Motion Ellipse is a high-tech 25L backpack designed with an active lifestyle in mind. Check out our full…

Backpack Reviews

The Backpacker from Salkan backpack review

6 Sep 2021

The Backpacker from Salkan is one of the best travel backpacks we’ve had our hands on over the last couple…

Backpack Reviews

ROARK 5-Day Mule 55L Backpack Review

10 Aug 2021

Perfect for long weekends, the ROARK 5-Day Mule is a great looking 55L backpack designed with backpacking and city travel…

Backpack Reviews

Osprey Arcane XL Day Review

23 Jun 2021

The largest in the Arcane series, the Osprey Arcane XL Day is a unisex 28L lifestyle backpack built with the…

Backpack Reviews

Osprey Daylite 13L Review

9 Jun 2021

The Osprey Daylite, new for 2021, gives a fresh update of the well-loved and well respected 13L daypack boasting the…

Backpack Reviews

Osprey Quasar 28 Review

13 Mar 2021

A city backpack designed with its outdoor heritage in mind, the Quasar 28 is a great go-to pack that’s versatile…

Backpack Reviews

Osprey Talon 33 Review

11 Mar 2021

The Osprey Talon 33, the popular larger version of the Osprey Talon 22 is a fantastic option for outdoor lovers…

The Blog

Tips, tricks and general ramblings about all things travel.

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5 best hikes in the Lake District

12 May at 09:00

We’re taking a look at five of the best hikes in the Lake District with everything from Scafell Pike via…

Blog

How to clean your muddy walking boots

6 Apr at 11:09

Learning how to clean your walking boots is essential to keep them working at their best. A new pair of…

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11 of the best adventure Instagram accounts to follow in 2022

10 Jan at 16:00

We’ve seen way more duvet days than travel days recently, and the all too familiar work-from-home, stay-at-home routine can leave…

Blog

5 ways to stay warm when walking this winter

2 Dec 2021

It’s easy to under prepare for a winter walk. Here are 5 ways that you can avoid getting too cold…

Blog

14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible Nimsdai film review

25 Nov 2021

“Even when you think you’re f*cked, you’re only actually 45% f*cked” – Nimsdai Purja’s brand new film of his journey…

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7 tips for your next Lake District hike

24 Nov 2021

Hiking in the Lake District is one of our favourite things to do. It gets us out in the fresh…

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Walking Catbells: Is Catbells easy?

12 Nov 2021

Catbells is one of the most popular fells in the Lakes measuring in at 451m, or 1,480ft. Whether you’re a…

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Top 13 fun gifts for climbers this year

11 Nov 2021

Choosing the best gifts for climbers can be difficult – especially if you’re unfamiliar with the sport. You might have…

Blog

15 best gifts for walkers this year

9 Nov 2021

Looking for the best gifts for walkers? You’re in the right place, check out our list of the top presents…

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Top activities when backpacking in Cartagena

11 Apr 2021

Backpacking Cartagena in Colombia holds a special place in my heart. Not only is it a beautiful city filled with…

Destinations

Top 7 destinations for a lavish summer holiday

22 Feb 2021

Ahhh, summer. Hot sun, lazy days and long nights. If you’re dreaming about where to spend your next summer vacation,…

Destinations

Top 7 locations for a stunning winter break

15 Feb 2021

If you’re looking for the best place to experience a winter break in all its icy splendour, then look no…

Destinations

The Best Thailand Travel Itinerary for Backpackers

14 Dec 2020

Planning your Thailand travel itinerary can be difficult- there’s so much to see and do, yet usually very little time.…

News

What’s going on in the big bad world of adventure.

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LIVE UPDATES: Cumbria flooding causes disruption across county

28 Oct 2021

Heavy rain across Cumbria has led to travel disruption and reports of flooding in some areas. This blog will be…

News

Airbnb to house 20,000 Afghan refugees for free

24 Aug 2021

Airbnb will start housing 20,000 Afghan refugees for free from today. The online accommodation platform will be working with nonprofit…

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Ryanair and BA under investigation for refusing lockdown refunds

9 Jun 2021

Ryanair and British Airways are under investigation for refusing refunds to customers who couldn’t legally fly during lockdown restrictions. The…

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UK minister says Brits should avoid foreign travel this year

8 Jun 2021

George Eustice has said Brits should not travel abroad this year unless absolutely necessary. The UK environment minister has told…

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World travel in 2021? It’s not looking great

4 Jun 2021

Holidaymakers hoping to travel in 2021 have been left disheartened by the UK’s recent traffic light announcement. Boris Johnson and…

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Travel pro Christianne Risman reveals all on Backpacking Bananas

29 May 2021

Christianne Risman is a 27-year-old full-time travel vlogger and entrepreneur with a flair for backpacking. Adventure Pending co-founder Ann Holmes…

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