Immersed in the allure of Cornwall’s breathtaking coastline, we decided to pick up on last years adventure fast packing trip bivvying for three nights between Penzance and Falmouth with a more relaxed nine day trip along the South West Coast Path. This time determined to explore the region’s beauty from Padstow to Penzance. Intrigued by… Continue reading Exploring Cornwall’s Coastline: A Multi-Day Hike from Padstow to Penzance
Author: Richard Cole
I have spent most of the last decade out on adventures with my kids, ranging from introducing them to wild camping and cycle camping to a 14 day trek along Langtang and Helembu treks as part of a longer trip to Nepal as a family. Along with a number of personal trips. My blog covers some of the highlights
Challenging Myself with Microadventures: April – Cold night and woodland wanderings
As April rolled on, life’s responsibilities filled my calendar. Holidaying with my children in Pembrokeshire and the inevitable washing and sorting that resulted. With big adventure getting in the way this months microadventure was somewhat spontaneous or last minute. With my girlfriend by my side, we decided to escape to the woods for an overnight… Continue reading Challenging Myself with Microadventures: April – Cold night and woodland wanderings
A Week in Pembrokeshire: Exploring History, Nature, and Coastal Wonders
Introduction Follow along as we share our week-long adventure through Pembrokeshire, a region in southwest Wales known for its stunning coastlines, fascinating historical sites, and picturesque landscapes. This Easter trip was packed with a mix of activities, from exploring ancient castles and ruins to observing wildlife and taking in the breathtaking views of coastal trails.… Continue reading A Week in Pembrokeshire: Exploring History, Nature, and Coastal Wonders
Challenging Myself with Microadventures: March – a Overnight Picnic Spot
As the calendar flipped ever closer to the end of March, I felt an almost insatiable need for a temporary respite from the unyielding rhythm of my day-to-day life. Work had become increasingly demanding, and my family obligations seemed to grow with each passing day. With the month quickly coming to a close, I knew… Continue reading Challenging Myself with Microadventures: March – a Overnight Picnic Spot
Challenging Myself with Microadventures: February
– Fresh opportunities to connect with nature Valentine’s Day Bivvy. As I settled into my hooped bivvy bag on the edge of a wood up in the moors above my home, I felt a sense of excitement for the night ahead. This microadventure was an opportunity to escape the demands of daily life and connect… Continue reading Challenging Myself with Microadventures: February
Exploring the FRCC -One of the UK’s Oldest Mountaineering Clubs”
A Journey to Skye and Beyond I recently had the chance to meet some of the members of the FRCC (Fell & Rock Climbing Club) while on a trip to Skye. I was on my way to Loch Coir a Ghrunnda, preparing for rough weather conditions and strong winds. To my surprise, I encountered another… Continue reading Exploring the FRCC -One of the UK’s Oldest Mountaineering Clubs”
Challenging Myself with Microadventures: January – from Dreaming to Doing
Are you ready for an adventure? Alastair Humphreys, author of Microadventures has inspired me to embark on a year-long micro adventure challenge. Years ago, I took up the once-a-month microadventure, with a night out wild camping. Now I’m ready to take it on again and hopefully with a range of different activities. I am planning… Continue reading Challenging Myself with Microadventures: January – from Dreaming to Doing
Menu Plan Camping at Glenbrittle Skye
As a seasoned mountaineer, I know that a successful expedition on the mountain depends as much on its provisions as its prowess – here are some ideas to nourish your body and fuel your mountaineering days out from my recent trip to Skye. I experimented in traveling to Skye by public transport and as the… Continue reading Menu Plan Camping at Glenbrittle Skye
Mountainbiking with my daughter at Dalby Forest
In September, my daughter and I had the pleasure of exploring the mountain bike trails at Dalby Forest. This was my daughter’s first trip to a purpose-built cycle route, so we decided to tackle the blue trail to start with. The trail was perfect for beginners, with plenty of fun challenges and beautiful scenery to… Continue reading Mountainbiking with my daughter at Dalby Forest
Hiking some of the Salzburger Almenweg
It felt like the start of an adventure sat in the Eurostar lounge waiting to board the first train out of London to Paris and on to Munich with our bags packed with the plan for doing a section of the Salzburger Almenweg and some sightseeing on the way to and from Austria. After zooming… Continue reading Hiking some of the Salzburger Almenweg