Mount Everest from the south
The 10 highest mountains in the world – and when they were first climbed

The highest mountains in the world have a unique allure. A journey just to...

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Best walking poles for hikers tested and reviewed
Best walking poles for 2025 | Tested and reviewed on tough mountain terrain

Walking poles (often called trekking poles) assist with balance and stability...

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5 expert winter navigation tips | How to stay on track
5 expert winter navigation tips | How to stay on track

Walking in hills and mountains in winter can be a uniquely magical experience,...

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Trail magazine April 2025 issue
Trail magazine, latest issue | Walk Britain’s ‘Triple Crown’, and climb the Lake District Matterhorn

Quite often, I read something in Trail that makes me feel insignificant...

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Waterproof your kit with the best dry bags of 2025 – tested by our gear experts

When it comes to camping, kayaking, hiking, or any other outdoor pursuit,...

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Talk of fells conjures up all sorts of mist-filled images: runners bounding up...

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Travel further, go faster and enjoy a more lightweight, minimalist overnight...

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A number of camping tarps being tested by LFTO
The best camping tarps for 2025: Your ultimate lightweight camping shelter, tested and rated

We've reviewed the very best tarps for wild outdoor adventures.

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On the nose of Fleetwith Pike high above Buttermere. One of the best lake district walks
10 of the best Lake District walks – with mapped route guides

The Lakes is England’s largest and most mountainous national park, making...

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Winter sunrise on Snowdon from Capel Curig
How to climb Snowdon in winter: route guide and safety tips

Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) might be a summer tourist hotspot, but it’s also a...

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Ben Nevis north face CMD arête
Best walks in the Scottish Highlands

There’s nothing quite like walking in the Scottish Highlands. Many peak...

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