Exploring and learning while out on outdoor adventures.
And off we go again, another Saturday, another early start. Last weekend was spent indoors at the National Outdoor Expo; this time it was the train to Edale, leading a group out with the Austrian Alpine Club. The plan was a classic Kinder loop: up Grindsbrook Clough, across the plateau via Kinder Low and Kinder …
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The laptop went into the locker and my bag grabbed from my locker. Then a quick walk, almost a jog, to catch the 5:15 train from Sheffield to Edale. It felt like a small escape. I’d always had 20th March in my head as the start of spring; the equinox, that clean, scientific moment when …
A panel discussion at the BMC Stand at the National Outdoor Expo 2025 On a packed Sunday afternoon at the National Outdoor Expo, a group of us gathered at the British Mountaineering Council (BMC) stand for a panel discussion on one of the most hotly debated topics in the outdoor world, and one that is …
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After a break from my 12 months of microadventures due to a busy schedule, it felt like the perfect time to pick up where I left off. With my trusty OMM mat, PHD sleeping bag, Terra Nova Jupiter Lite, and a change of clothes for the work event, I set off after the school drop-off …
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The time had come for our annual cycle camping trip. We have been going on this annual trip ever since my daughter was able to sit in a bike seat. Over the past decade, every year we have been away for a weekend of cycle camping. Most recently, we have visited various locations in the …
For me, the allure of wild camping lies in its promise of adventure, solitude, and a deep connection with nature. My recent experience with our first wild camping trip with https://www.campwild.uk perfectly encapsulated these elements. Our destination was described on their website as the perfect blend of wild and accessible. The directions were detailed, and …
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This weekend marked the first camping trip of the year with both kids, an excellent opportunity for a “shakedown” test of our camping gear before more adventures later this summer. Stay tuned for more updates! Our adventure began with a bus ride to the Robin Hood Inn car park, followed by a picturesque walk along …
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This past weekend, my son and I embarked on our first wild camping trip of the year, choosing the serene Upper Derwent Valley as our destination. Our adventure began with an exhilarating train ride to Bamford, sparking a gleam of excitement in my son’s eyes, a reminder of the simple joys of travel. Upon arrival …
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Day One: From Bamford to Howden Reservoir Our adventure began with a train journey to Bamford. The journey to Bamford was punctuated by the mild panic when the rail replacement buses were announced although luckily it was only some of the trains and after a short delay we were on our way. Our first day …
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 …