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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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7 best head torches for hiking in the UK

Yesterday at 15:23

Finding the best torch can be a bit of a pain – especially with so many different companies throwing their…

Gear Guides

5 of the best waterproof trousers for walkers

29 Nov at 12:54

The ultimate buying guide to the best waterproof trousers available on the market today. Any walker, climber or mountaineer that…

Gear Guides

Top 5 microspikes and crampons for hiking

18 Oct at 13:48

Take at peak (get it?) at the best crampons for hiking in walking boots or shoes this winter. As the…

Gear Guides

The ultimate camping table buying guide

25 Aug at 15:25

A hub for meal preparation, board games and quality time with friends and family, the camping table should be the…

Gear Guides

13 must-have camping accessories under £20

19 Aug at 11:40

You don’t have to splash the cash when heading out into the great outdoors – but you do need to…

Gear Guides

Top 9 camping fridges for UK adventures

13 Aug at 16:27

A great camping fridge (see: cold beer and chilled meat) is one of those true luxuries that we long for…

Gear Guides

Travel accessories: 16 must-have items in 2021

27 Jul at 16:18

Packing a good selection of travel accessories when making your way out of your home town can be the difference…

Gear Guides

Sleeping bag guide: how to choose the best

12 May at 13:29

A good sleeping bag can make the difference between a great camping trip and a miserable one – ask anybody…

Gear Guides

Best packing cubes for backpacking

18 Mar at 14:02

If you don’t use packing cubes for backpacking, you’re missing out massively – especially if you hate packing for a…

Gear Reviews

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

Backpack Reviews

Osprey Exos 48 Review

30 Nov at 09:00

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 at 13:54

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 at 09:16

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 at 14:43

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 at 19:33

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 at 16:23

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 at 17:00

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 at 14:38

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

Backpack Reviews

Osprey Talon 22 Review

10 Mar at 17:02

The Osprey Talon 22, brother to the Talon 33, is a tried and tested backpack with a fresh facelift ready…

The Blog

Tips, tricks and general ramblings about all things travel.

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5 ways to stay warm when walking this winter

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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 at 15:22

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

Blog

7 tips for your next Lake District hike

24 Nov at 14:43

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

Blog

Walking Catbells: Is Catbells easy?

12 Nov at 17:50

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

Blog

Top 13 fun gifts for climbers this year

11 Nov at 15:47

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 at 13:52

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

Blog

How to purify water in the wild

25 Oct at 12:06

Whether you’re backpacking through Bolivia or camping down the Yorkshire Dales, clean water is a necessity that isn’t available in…

Blog

Exploring Whinlatter Forest in the Autumn

15 Oct at 11:19

When October rolls around, the Lake District empties itself of visitors and the locals are left to explore. And while…

Blog

Essential walking kit (10 things to pack for a hike)

5 Oct at 22:17

Interested in venturing out into the great outdoors but aren’t exactly sure where to start? Check out our essential hill…

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Top activities when backpacking in Cartagena

11 Apr at 15:00

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 at 14:29

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 at 15:36

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

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News

LIVE UPDATES: Cumbria flooding causes disruption across county

28 Oct at 11:44

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 at 11:14

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 at 16:55

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 at 12:04

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

News

World travel in 2021? It’s not looking great

4 Jun at 18:46

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 at 16:25

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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