A review of the KEEN Zionic NXT hiking boots featuring three short hikes. These were gifted for review purposes, but this is not a sponsored post. I’ve always had a soft spot for KEEN. They make the kind of gear … Continued
A hike up Aberedw Hill and Wylfre Hill near Builth Wells in mid-Wales – a day of wide skies, quiet summits, and an unexpected detour. Away from the National Parks, there’s something about hiking in mid-Wales that invites a slower … Continued
A wild and windswept Dartmoor hike that offered challenge, presence, and a rare kind of stillness. Hiking Meldon Reservoir, Black Tor, High Willhays, Yes Tor, and Black Down. I’d come to Devon for a bit of quiet. A few days … Continued
On turning two one-day hikes into an overnight hiking adventure in the Cotswolds: Hiking the Warden’s Way and Windrush Way. Part 2 – the Windrush Way from Bourton-on-the-Water to Winchcombe. Note: This adventure took place in March 2025, before this … Continued
On turning two one-day hikes into an overnight hiking adventure in the Cotswolds: Hiking the Warden’s Way and Windrush Way. Part 1 – the Warden’s Way from Winchcombe to Bourton-on-the-Water. Note: This adventure took place in March 2025, before this … Continued
A lovely eight-mile day hike taking in Dunraven Bay, Saint Brides Major and Ogmore-by-Sea in South Wales. Highly recommended. At the start of February, I headed over to Wales to visit a friend and go for a hike. It’s taken … Continued
A review of the Rohan Aira Ultra-Lightweight Waterproof Jacket. A gift from Rohan. Let me introduce you to the Rohan Aira Ultra-Lightweight Waterproof Jacket, which I’ve been trying out over the last couple of months (though mostly admiring it in … Continued
The aim of this final blog in my Mendip Way series of posts, is to provide a bunch of hints and tips that will help you have a great experience on this particular long-distance trail. I wanted to put together … Continued
This blog post about hiking a lovely circular route in the Clent Hills also features my regular collaboration with adidas. If you’re looking for the perfect day out in the great outdoors, let me introduce you to the Clent Hills. … Continued
Welcome to the March edition of my Currently Loving series for 2025. In this semi-regular segment, I enjoy sharing a handful of things that are brightening my days, be they material or otherwise. This short, curated list brings together the … Continued