Anyone who likes to do a lot of exploring on holiday knows that a bog-standard pair of flip flops or sandals won’t cut it – your feet just won’t thank you. A pair of hiking sandals is an excellent option … Continued
Back in the autumn I took myself on a little adventure. The view from my new desk at work offers tempting glimpses of the Cotswold hills that surround Cheltenham. The highest point in this AONB is Cleeve Hill, just a … Continued
Last day! The One Hour Outside Challenge for November is all but finished. How has it been for you? Dare I ask if you managed to spend at least one hour outside every single day this month? Was November your … Continued
Buying outdoor gear is a minefield, and when it comes to sleeping bags there is no exception. Look on any outdoors website or in any outdoors store and you will be faced with a whole host of options – ranging … Continued
My currently loving feature for November is a lot of fun because it’s my birthday month, which means I get to use this opportunity say thank you to friends and family for their lovely and thoughtful gifts, as well as … Continued
Is there anything nicer than coming in from a great walk in the cool autumn air, getting you’re your comfiest clothing, and snuggling on the sofa to relax for the evening? Add in a bowl of great soup or a … Continued
Recently I seem to be in the habit of choosing the wettest of wet days to go hiking. And camping. I mean, this year alone I’ve done Kinder, Lancashire, and the Yorkshire Three Peaks in absolutely terrible rain. A lot … Continued
We have been going to Center Parcs nearly every other year for quite a few years. The main reason is that it is a great place for families and friends who live far apart to come together for a week … Continued
My campaign to get you all spending more time outside continues in June with the third iteration of my One Hour Outside challenge. With that in mind, I thought we’d do something slightly different for this month’s daily photo challenge… Instead of setting … Continued
We are now half way through February and so half way through this edition of my One Hour Outside campaign. I hope you are enjoying the challenge and not finding it too frustrating! Thankfully I’m now all better (well, just … Continued