Striding Edge is one of the most iconic walks in England. It may barely be a true scramble, but it still offers a gorgeous ridge and exceptional views on a clear day. Yes, it’s popular and you’ll rarely have the place to yourself but, if you plan accordingly and avoid weekends and peak periods, you’ll…
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….
Penrhyn Castle is one of North Wales most spectacular castles. Owned and managed by the National Trust, this 19th Century fortress is simply huge. Despite it not being quite as old as some of its North Wales contemporaries, it still has a rich history and the ability to impress…a lot! Despite being less than…
On Saturday 16th September 2017 people from all over the world will take part in Coastal Cleanup Day. To date, nearly 12 million people have given up their time to collect rubbish, particularly plastic, from coastal regions. Consequently, Coastal Cleanup Day is the world’s biggest volunteer effort to protect our seas and oceans. Will you…
When we heard about the National Trust’s 10 legendary days out in North Wales, we jumped at the chance to experience them. We’ve been big National Trust fans for a long while now. Strangely, however, we had always tended to visit properties and landmarks further afield than our native North Wales. Daft, I know, but…
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…
As some of you may remember, one of my New Years pledges was to learn a new watersport. We spend so much time as a family on the land that I just wanted to mix things up a bit. Canoeing with kids may seem off-putting to some. Scary even. But, with the right approach and…
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…
