This little collection of countries that we call Great Britain is an incredible place to explore. While it’s quite wonderful to be able to travel abroad, there is actually no need, as right here at home we have our fair … Continued
One of the things I planned when we headed to Devon and Cornwall in our borrowed campervan for a spot of reminiscing earlier this year, was to go for a walk in Dartmoor National Park to climb a couple of … Continued
One thing that always gets me excited is when a friend has a book published. As someone who’s not in the published author gang (yet… maybe one day), I genuinely love it when someone I know sees their work in … Continued
My currently loving feature here on Splodz Blogz is a bit of an excuse to share with you a few of the things I’m particularly enjoying. This might be actual things I have bought or been gifted, it might be … Continued
Being right on the edge of the Cotswolds, there are a whole host of amazing walks of all kinds of lengths to keep you busy from Cheltenham. Having recently moved to the area from the flatlands of Lincolnshire, I was … Continued
Everest England, the new book by television presenter, vicar and environmentalist Peter Owen Jones, is billed as a unique hill walking guide for ordinary people who wish to embark on their very own Everest in the English countryside. In this … Continued
I wear thermals a lot. They are great for under ski wear, under my motorcycle stuff, under my hiking stuff, and for sleeping in when camping. And they’re not just for winter either. Wearing them so much means two things … Continued
It’s become a bit of a tradition that Outdoor Bloggers co-founder Jenni and I bolt on a paid-for outdoors activity onto the end of our annual camp, just because it’s a great excuse to try something new, learn some, or … Continued
Cheddar Gorge is a limestone gorge in the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Somerset. The gorge is a popular tourist destination for sure, but there is good reason for that; there are hikes and climbs and cycle … Continued
