Skiddaw is a much-maligned mountain. Approached the usual way, from Keswick, it can be a little bit uninspiring. This is a shame because Skiddaw has so much more to offer. For starters, it offers one of the best views in England. So, stick with it and, like us, tackle it from Bassenthwaite via Ullock Pike….
Crib Goch (Red Ridge) is one of the most famous ridges in the UK. Its combination of Grade 1 scrambling and awe-inspiring views makes this particular ridge walk an absolute classic. So, just what should you expect when traversing it for the first time? First things first: you should already have a bit…
Snowdonia has its fair share of awesome Grade 1 scrambles. Crib Goch and its knife-edged arête and the majestic North Ridge of Tryfan are two that immediately spring to most people’s minds. However, there’s a problem. As these two ridges are foremost in the mind, they tend to attract the most attention. So, if like…
In an age where every fad diet under the sun has a celebratory endorsement, it can sometimes be difficult to slash your way through the undergrowth of information (and misinformation) that is out there. Hiking is an activity where you are physically active outdoors in the elements for many hours at a time. Furthermore, if…
Our last adult- only group hike saw us head to Snowdonia for what was sure to be an epic day. Not only were we free from our kids (we love them really!), but we were also staying overnight in order to set off at 4am the next day for a Snowdonia sunrise at the summit…
The Newborough to Llanddwyn Island walk has got to be one of our absolute favourite family friendly walks. This short 5 mile/8 km walk hosts some truly stunning coastal scenery. With spectacular views of the mountains of Snowdonia as your backdrop, you’ll struggle to find many better beach walks in Wales. Beginning your mini…
Grade: easy Distance: 7 miles Area: North East Wales Oneplanet Adventure, based at Coed Llandegla Forest, is more commonly known as a North Wales mountain bike mecca. I’ve been riding up there since their very early days and it is really is a magnificent facility and destination. Its miles and miles of trails, together…
Area: Snowdonia National Park Map: OS Explorer OL17 Miles: 6.5 Height Gain: 1000m Difficulty: moderate – difficult Y Garn and Glyder Fawr are probably high up on most people’s Snowdonia bucket list. On a clear day they offer views to rival any in the area, and you can count on their tracks and trails…
Area: Clwydian Range, North Wales (OS Explorer 265) Starting point: Moel Arthur car park (SJ147657) Distance: 7.2 miles/11.6km Ascent: 1259ft/384m Grade: moderate If you’re anything like me, you’ll enjoy the lesser trodden paths and trails of this world. Don’t get me wrong, I love hiking with friends and family. However, on occasion, I want…
Maybe you’re in the ‘new year, new you’ camp, desperately looking for a reason to crowbar your rotund rear end off the couch this year. Did you neglect yourself physically last year, and then spend Christmas eating everybody else’s share of mince pies? Are you now ready to engage in some positive change? Or maybe…
