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Have an empty gas bottle lying around? Here’s how to dispose of it properly. HomeBlogGas bottles are used by almost…

Here’s how to use your walking poles to get the most out of your UK hikes. HomeBlogAnyone who has hiked…

Midges are the dark cloud that hangs over UK summer nights. Here’s how to keep them away! HomeBlogMidges descend in…

Here’s the best way to wash your waterproof jacket ready for its next adventure. HomeBlogMild temperatures and rainy UK days…

We’re taking a look at the best ways to prevent blisters on your heels from boots. If the damage is…

Here’s how to pack a rucksack for wild camping like a pro. HomeBlogA rucksack is a hiker’s best friend, so…

Need to wash your sleeping bag? Here’s our full guide on how to clean a down or synthetic sleeping bag…

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

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

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…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

You’ll ideally never need to use your travel insurance, but it’s something you should always have. Depending on where and…

Backpacking on a budget is one of our favourite things to do – but overspending whilst on a holiday is…

Planes, trains, and automobiles – three of the most common ways out there to get around – but there’s plenty…

In a year when the pandemic has largely curbed travel, many people are diving into books to get back that…

Whether you’re new to travelling or have been hopping around the world for years, safety is always a concern. If…

Backpacking around the world can be one of the most enjoyable, eye-opening experiences of a lifetime – but there’s a…

If you’re looking for an easy way to plan your next backpacking trip, we’ve got you covered with a few…

Learning ways to travel sustainably is so important. The way we travel benefits not only the environment around us, but…

It’s so important to document your travels. This will help you to reminisce on your backpacking adventures and allow you…

The biggest decision has been made- you’ve decided where you’re going to go on your next adventure, and your flights…

Staying fit while backpacking can be difficult. A change in routine is one of the biggest perks of travelling, but…

There are many different types of boat trips you can take if you’re looking for an adventure at sea. You…

If there’s anything the last couple of years have taught me, it’s that there’s always room for a little more…

We’re reluctant to admit it, but staycations are the only form of travel available to us right now. If you’re…

I spent hours figuring out the travel essentials I’d need to take on our first backpacking trip. I wanted to…

Is there anything more anxiety-inducing than the humble passport? Whether you’re applying for your first, renewing your current, being stared…

Travel vaccinations usually come as an afterthought to planning your next big trip. You’ve booked the flights, the hotel, the…

By far one of the most challenging problems in the world of backpacking lies in the fundamentals of the name…

It’s hard to find the perfect Christmas gift for a female backpacker. While she might love a new perfume bottle…

Packing up your life into carry-on size luggage can be a difficult task – that’s exactly why so many of…

Buying a one-way ticket with nothing more than a backpack (and maybe a travel partner or two) for company is…

When buying gifts for someone that lives out of a backpack, the usual Christmas and holiday gifts just don’t quite…