Ben Lomond walking route guide Scottish Highlands
Ben Lomond via Ptarmigan ridge – the best way to climb Scotland’s southernmost Munro

Rising to 974m above sea level, Ben Lomond is Scotland’s southernmost Munro....

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Best pop-up tents
I'm an expert outdoor gear tester and this is the best pop-up tent I've tried

For simple and super-quick pitching, a cheap pop-up tent can’t be beaten –...

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Deo Kato running in South Africa
Deo Kato becomes first person to run over 8000 miles from Cape Town to London

On 24 July 2023 London-based Deo Kato set off from Cape Town on a mission to...

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Here at LFTO, we’ve published advice and plans for basically every race...

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High Stile Range Lake District
The High Stile Range: Bag four mighty Wainwrights in one classic Lakeland traverse

Nestled within the picturesque Lake District fells, and known as the High Stile...

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Ben Nevis Mountain Track route
Ben Nevis Mountain Track | Take the ‘easy way’ up Britain’s highest mountain this summer

There’s simply no escaping Ben Nevis. If you’re passionate about...

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Climb Dartmoor’s highest tors: a hilly day out in the wild uplands of Devon

Dartmoor National Park lies wholly within Devon, and boasts some of the wildest...

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How to plan a long-distance walk: kit list, navigation, choosing your trail

As 2023 ends and the new year approaches, it’s a great time to start thinking...

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Training tips trail running in mountains
Top Tips: 6 ways to economise your running for more efficient training sessions

Unlike road running, which we wouldn’t exactly call varied, trail running...

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The Lake District’s best lakeside walks
Best lakeside walks in Cumbria

There’s something magical about walking beside water and when you mix the...

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Adidas Terrex Xperior 2.5L Light Rain.Rdy running jacket | Tested and reviewed

The Adidas Terrex Xperior 2.5L Light Jacket is designed to keep you prepared...

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