Hey there, fellow trail enthusiast! You’re here because you love the great outdoors. You crave the fresh air, the stunning views, and the sense of accomplishment that comes with each peak conquered. But let’s face it, those hills can be brutal. That’s why you need […]
Castleton to Mam Tor & Lose Hill Circular Walk (The Great Ridge)
[route-map id=932 params=1 topinfo=1 showtravelmode=0 showtitle=1 graph=1 toolbar=1] Castleton to Mam Tor & Lose Hill Walk (Via Cave Dale) A wonderful walk to mark our very first trip to the Peak District. Thanks to advice from the friendly folk over on the Walking Forum, we […]
Best Homemade Hiking Snacks for Long Walks
When you’re on a long walk or a challenging hike, there’s nothing more satisfying than eating homemade hiking snacks to keep you going.
Wainwright Walk: Gowbarrow Fell
Gowbarrow Fell & Aira Force Falls Walk Distance 3.8 miles Elevation 1,568 feet Total Ascent 1,102 feet Contents Wainwright’s Description of Gowbarrow Fell Gowbarrow Fell Walk Map Gowbarrow Fell Walk Description Gowbarrow Fell Photos Wainwright on Gowbarrow Fell In his guide to the Lakeland Fells, […]
Wainwright Walk: Great Mell Fell
Great Mell Fell Walk Distance 2 miles Elevation 1,761 feet Total Ascent 980 feet Contents Wainwright’s Description of Great Mell Fell Great Mell Fell Walk Map Great Mell Fell Walk Description Great Mell Fell Photos Wainwright on Great Mell Fell In his guide to the […]
Wainwright Walk: Little Mell Fell
Little Mell Fell Walk Distance 0.84 miles Elevation 1,630 feet Total Ascent 376 feet Contents Wainwright’s Description of Little Mell Fell Little Mell Fell Walk Map Little Mell Fell Walk Description Little Mell Fell Photos Wainwright on Little Mell Fell In his guide to the […]
Walking The Cotswold Way
The Cotswold Way (Northbound, from Bath to Chipping Campden) We gave ourselves the challenge of walking the Cotswold Way in 2021. All 102 miles of it. Plus—as I’m finding out—a few additional miles for the occasional wrong turn. But that’s all part of the fun. […]
Forthay B&B Review (Cotswold Way)
A perfect stop for walkers on the Cotswold Way When you’re walking the Cotswold Way, your choice of accommodation along the way should be one of the first things you consider. Whether you’re camping, taking a guided walk, or following your own itinerary, making sure […]
Kelston Roundhill Circular Walk – Old Crown Inn Pub Walk
Kelston Roundhill Circular Walk (Old Crown Inn Pub Walk) Distance 2.82 miles Elevation 715 feet Total Ascent 529 feet I had forgotten how enjoyable a good pub walk can be. Sometimes, there is nothing better than putting a few miles behind you and returning to […]
Cotswold Way Circular Walk: Stroud, Selsley Common, Middleyard & King’s Stanley
Cotswold Way Circular Walk: Stroud, Selsley Common, Middleyard & King’s Stanley Distance 4.71 miles Elevation 669 feet Total Ascent 720 feet There are two different routes you can take when walking the Cotswold Way near Stroud. If you’re in the planning stages of your 102 […]