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How wild is Scotland?

LFTO News Team, 02 February 2012 14:48

No, it's nothing to do with nights out in Glasgow, or Scottish independence. This question relates to the Scotland’s wildness and wild land, where it is and, indeed, if it is actually wild. Scottish Natural Heritage has undertaken a massive project to define and map the wild areas of Scotland. Phase 1 has now been completed and has led to the ...

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How wild is Scotland?

LFTO News Team, 02 February 2012 14:48

Mountain Heroes - Portraits of Adventure

Anonymous, 23 January 2012 17:27

In February's issue if Trail we told you about Huw Lewis-Jones' book Mountain Heroes - Portraits of Adventure, a collection of some of the best mountain photography the Trail office has seen. The book costs £30 which, in our opinion, is a bargain considering the vast number of incredible images contained within its pages. For a sample of the kinds of ...

Trail Subscription Offer - Vango Storm Shelter!

Anonymous, 19 December 2011 17:00

Take out a subscription to Trail magazine and not only will you get 13 issues delivered direct to your door, but we'll also send you a Vango Storm Shelter 400 worth over £42 by way of a thank you. The Vango Storm Shelter 400 is essential kit for anyone spending time in the hills. The shelter offers immediate protection from ...

Money for old boots with Mammut

LFTO News Team, 15 December 2011 12:23

We’ve all heard the saying ‘money for old rope’ but have you heard the one about ‘money for old boots’? If not, read on… Digging out a pair of battered boots might not seem to be the best way to kick off your winter season but for a limited period Mammut are offering 20% off the price of any new ...

Win tickets to The Outdoor Show

LFTO News Team, 12 December 2011 11:33

Whether your passion is walking, climbing, travelling, photography or camping, you’re sure to have a great day out at The Outdoors Show. Not only can you try and buy the latest kit at great prices, but inspiring adventurers, photographers and industry experts will be speaking about their experiences and giving advice both on and off stage. This year’s speakers on ...

Mountaineers urged to acquire Winter Skills

LFTO News Team, 12 December 2011 09:29

The Mountaineering Council of Scotland (MCofS) is running a series of 4 Winter Skills courses and 3 Avalanche Awareness courses this winter. These one-day training courses provide a great opportunity to learn new skills, which should enable those new to Scotland’s winter mountains to be more self-reliant and make better judgements when out on the hills. The courses are organised ...

First ever Cardiff Adventure Film Festival

LFTO News Team, 21 November 2011 09:40

The Cardiff Adventure Film Festival (CAFF) is a new festival based at The Coal Exchange in Cardiff Bay. It is designed to bring the best of the outdoor adventure world into one location for an amazing weekend, running from Friday 13th to Sunday 15th January 2012. Festival organisers MSL Events have been involved in the outdoor industry for a long time ...

Winner of Video Competition Announced

LFTO News Team, 11 November 2011 14:26

BritishCoastGuide.com has announced that the winner of their 2011 Video Competition is Archie Short for his film of Orkney. The short piece shows some of Orkney¹s magnificent coastal scenery of cliffs and beaches, and visitors enjoying aspects of the coastline on this Scottish island group. Archie Short is a student of film and moving image production at Leeds Metropolitan University. He's ...

The Trail Tall Tale - December

LFTO Features Team, 26 October 2011 16:00

In this month's issue of Trail we've given you two bizarre hill stories: A Shed from Keswick and Jelly from Space. One of these unlikely events is the product of the Trail's over-active imagination, while the other is the gospel truth. But can you guess which is which? If you haven't seen the issue yet, then you can read both ...

Public urged to reconnect with local landscapes

LFTO News Team, 14 October 2011 11:59

A major new initiative urging people to reconnect with their local landscapes launches today in South East England. ‘Our Land’ unites and celebrates the nine protected landscapes of the region – the first time such a collaboration has been created – in a new central tourism website: www.our-land.co.uk (hosted by responsibletravel.com). The promotion of sustainable tourism businesses that have a ...

Fal River Autumn Walking Festival

LFTO New Team, 14 October 2011 11:11

The Fal River Autumn Walking Festival will take place around the Fal River for two weeks at the end of October and beginning of November. Celebrating the beautiful diversity of walks around the Fal River, this unique two-week festival delivers a walk for everyone. From dramatic cliff top paths to sheltered woodland trails, the walks on offer will entice you to don ...

The North Face Speaker Series

LFTO News Team, 10 October 2011 10:15

This autumn The North Face is celebrating the extraordinary achievement of the record-breaking first winter ascent of 8,035m (26,362ft) peak, Gasherbrum II (GII) in Pakistan with The North Face Speaker Series, bringing together expedition team Simone Moro, Denis Urubko and Cory Richards to tell their inspirational tale live to European audiences. The North Face Speaker Series takes place across five ...

Trekmates gloves with Country Walking and Trail subs!

LFTO Features Team, 10 October 2011 09:00

Subscribe to Country Walking or Trail and get 13 issues of your chosen mag plus a pair of Trekmates gloves for just £55 if you pay by credit card, or £25 every 6 months if you pay by direct debit! Trekmates Annapurna gloves - Worth £55With Gore-Tex fabric, the Annapurna is windproof, waterproof and breathable. It has Primaloft insulation and a ...

The Trail Tall Tale - November

LFTO Features Team, 30 September 2011 09:00

In the November issue of Trail are another two more stories of questionable authenticity: None moor strange and Wheelie wierd. As usual, one strange story has been dreamt up in the minds of the Trail team's most off the wall members, while one is the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth, even though it might not seem like it. If ...

A tent with a view

LFTO News team, 19 September 2011 16:47

Forget muddy fields, lost tents and festival chaos - how about luxury urban camping with an incredible view? On an August weekend when the country's capital was hustling and bustling with tourism and commerce, 60 individuals were preparing to spend a night in a tent 40 metres above London with views of St Pauls Cathedral and other landmarks including the London Eye ...

Magellan launches UK's largest Geocaching contest

LFTO News Team, 16 September 2011 09:30

This month GPS company Magellan launched the UK’s biggest ever geocaching competition, in association with the Boys’ Brigade and the Woodland Trust’s VisitWoods project. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, geocaching is a high-tech, 21st century “treasure hunt” game where adventure seekers use GPS technology to hide and find physical objects anywhere in the world. Players download and follow clues and ...

A 4x4 too far?

LFTO News Team, 05 September 2011 09:38

Too be fair, we've probably all thought about it at some time. We love the hills, we love the mountains, we love the scenery, but every so often we wish it wasn't quite such hard work. Snowdon has multiple ascent options depending on the fitness and ability of those making the climb, including, of course, taking the train - an ...

The Trail Tall Tale - October - Results!

LFTO Features Team, 30 August 2011 09:00

In the October issue of Trail are two more strange and unusual bizarre stories: Climbing Exposure of a Different Kind and Now That's What We Call Striking Camp. Once again the strange warped minds of Trail have created one as a work of pure fiction, while the other is a genuine 'honest as the day is long, guv' tale that actually ...

Win The North Face footwear and a trip to Morocco

LFTO Features Team, 26 August 2011 11:36

Fancy getting your hands on next spring’s The North Face gear? Even better, fancy being part of the team that puts it through its paces in the Atlas Mountains? Trail has teamed up with The North Face to offer one reader just this chance. The product you’ll be testing is the new Havoc GTX XCR – TNF’s specialised new approach ...

Three Peaks Project Survey

LFTO News Team, 23 August 2011 17:43

The Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority is asking walkers to help them manage the network of paths in the Three Peaks by completing a short survey about walking in the area. The Three Peaks Project was announced in April 2009 and aims to ensure that the area is maintained and improved in the long term by:• generating a sustainable income to help pay ...

Geo-cache treasure hunt for marmalade!

LFTO News Team, 22 August 2011 08:34

Hidden deep within the British countryside, in city parks, in the nooks and crannies of historic landmarks lie 130 glistening silver jars of luxurious Duerr’s marmalade.To celebrate their 130th anniversary, Duerr’s has hidden 130 secret tokens the length and breadth of Great Britain as a national treasure hunt- or ‘Geo-cache’- and is inviting people of all ages to join in ...

Win the ultimate adventure kit with Ultrathon insect repellent

LFTO News Team, 01 August 2011 12:59

This summer, to celebrate the UK launch of Ultrathon, a super effective new insect repellent from 3M, we are offering two lucky winners the chance to win the ultimate outdoor adventure kit. Whether venturing through the depths of the jungle, climbing the highest mountain or just going on a country camping trip, our winners will be fully equipped. This fantastic ...

Win a luxury break in the Yorkshire Dales with Hudson's Heritage!

LFTO Features Team, 24 June 2011 10:12

Guidebook and Souvenir Guide publishers Hudson's Heritage are offering everybody who subscribes to the Hudson’s Heritage Newsletter the chance to win a fabulous luxury weekend or midweek break for two at the historic Devonshire Arms Country House Hotel & Spa situated on the edge of the Duke of Devonshire's 30,000 acre Bolton Abbey Estate in the Yorkshire Dales. From picturesque ...

Welcome to Hillwalking!

Anonymous, 26 May 2011 10:39

Here's a sneak preview of Welcome to Hillwalking – your guide to exploring Britain's high places. It's free with the latest issue of Trail Magazine, and gives you the inside track on how to get started in Britain's most magnificent landscapes. It's all about helping you find your way to magical moments – the shimmer of a mountain tarn, the ...

GOT HAPPY FEET? SHOW US AND WIN!

Anonymous, 17 May 2011 12:44

Trail's June issue features a competition for you to win one of 25 pairs of fantastic KEEN sandals. All you need to do to be in with a chance of winning is… Give your feet a smile! Send us pictures of your decorated Happy Feet to trailcompetitions@lfto.com by 16 June. The 25 which make our judges smile the most will ...