Blog5 best hikes in the Lake DistrictYesterday at 09:00We’re taking a look at five of the best hikes in the Lake District with everything from Scafell Pike via…
BlogHow to clean your muddy walking boots6 Apr at 11:09Learning how to clean your walking boots is essential to keep them working at their best. A new pair of…
Blog11 of the best adventure Instagram accounts to follow in 202210 Jan at 16:00We’ve seen way more duvet days than travel days recently, and the all too familiar work-from-home, stay-at-home routine can leave…
Blog5 ways to stay warm when walking this winter2 Dec 2021It’s easy to under prepare for a winter walk. Here are 5 ways that you can avoid getting too cold…
Blog14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible Nimsdai film review25 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…
Blog7 tips for your next Lake District hike24 Nov 2021Hiking in the Lake District is one of our favourite things to do. It gets us out in the fresh…
BlogWalking Catbells: Is Catbells easy?12 Nov 2021Catbells is one of the most popular fells in the Lakes measuring in at 451m, or 1,480ft. Whether you’re a…
BlogTop 13 fun gifts for climbers this year11 Nov 2021Choosing the best gifts for climbers can be difficult – especially if you’re unfamiliar with the sport. You might have…
Blog15 best gifts for walkers this year9 Nov 2021Looking for the best gifts for walkers? You’re in the right place, check out our list of the top presents…
BlogHow to purify water in the wild25 Oct 2021Whether you’re backpacking through Bolivia or camping down the Yorkshire Dales, clean water is a necessity that isn’t available in…
BlogExploring Whinlatter Forest in the Autumn15 Oct 2021When October rolls around, the Lake District empties itself of visitors and the locals are left to explore. And while…
BlogEssential walking kit (10 things to pack for a hike)5 Oct 2021Interested in venturing out into the great outdoors but aren’t exactly sure where to start? Check out our essential hill…
Blog6 reasons why you need travel insurance24 Aug 2021You’ll ideally never need to use your travel insurance, but it’s something you should always have. Depending on where and…
Blog8 tips for backpacking on a budget16 Aug 2021Backpacking on a budget is one of our favourite things to do – but overspending whilst on a holiday is…
Blog8 unusual ways to travel the world9 Aug 2021Planes, trains, and automobiles – three of the most common ways out there to get around – but there’s plenty…
BlogTop 10 best backpacking books for travellers2 Aug 2021In a year when the pandemic has largely curbed travel, many people are diving into books to get back that…
BlogHow to protect yourself while travelling26 Jul 2021Whether you’re new to travelling or have been hopping around the world for years, safety is always a concern. If…
BlogTop 5 backpacking rules to live by26 May 2021Backpacking around the world can be one of the most enjoyable, eye-opening experiences of a lifetime – but there’s a…
BlogAn easy guide to travel planning14 May 2021If you’re looking for an easy way to plan your next backpacking trip, we’ve got you covered with a few…
Blog8 ways to travel sustainably27 Apr 2021Learning ways to travel sustainably is so important. The way we travel benefits not only the environment around us, but…
Blog8 cool ways to document your travels16 Apr 2021It’s so important to document your travels. This will help you to reminisce on your backpacking adventures and allow you…
BlogHow to prepare for your backpacking trip8 Apr 2021The biggest decision has been made- you’ve decided where you’re going to go on your next adventure, and your flights…
Blog7 ways to stay fit while backpacking25 Mar 2021Staying fit while backpacking can be difficult. A change in routine is one of the biggest perks of travelling, but…
BlogTop 7 tips for sea travel this summer1 Mar 2021There are many different types of boat trips you can take if you’re looking for an adventure at sea. You…
Blog5 life lessons on moving to the Lake District17 Feb 2021If there’s anything the last couple of years have taught me, it’s that there’s always room for a little more…
Blog5 cool things to do in the Lake District20 Jan 20212 CommentsWe’re reluctant to admit it, but staycations are the only form of travel available to us right now. If you’re…
Blog10 best travel essentials for women13 Jan 2021I spent hours figuring out the travel essentials I’d need to take on our first backpacking trip. I wanted to…
BlogPassports – Everything you need to know14 Dec 2020Is there anything more anxiety-inducing than the humble passport? Whether you’re applying for your first, renewing your current, being stared…
BlogTravel vaccinations on the NHS: Free travel vaccines UK17 Nov 2020Travel vaccinations usually come as an afterthought to planning your next big trip. You’ve booked the flights, the hotel, the…
BlogWhat is the best size backpack for travelling?11 Nov 2020By far one of the most challenging problems in the world of backpacking lies in the fundamentals of the name…
BlogTop 5 Christmas gifts for a female backpacker9 Nov 2020It’s hard to find the perfect Christmas gift for a female backpacker. While she might love a new perfume bottle…
Blog8 Backpacking travel essentials for pro globetrotters9 Nov 2020Packing up your life into carry-on size luggage can be a difficult task – that’s exactly why so many of…
BlogBackpacking for beginners – 10 tips for your first trip31 Oct 2020Buying a one-way ticket with nothing more than a backpack (and maybe a travel partner or two) for company is…
Blog11 Christmas gift ideas for backpackers30 Oct 2020When buying gifts for someone that lives out of a backpack, the usual Christmas and holiday gifts just don’t quite…