From its history as a Norman deer hunting forest to its renaissance as ‘home’ of beloved British bear Winnie-the-Pooh, Ashdown Forest is one of England’s favourite wildernesses. It’s one of …

Ah, Lancashire. Is there anything better than a walk through the rolling countryside, followed by lunch at a country pub and plate loaded with fresh-baked Eccles cakes? This ceremonial county …

Part of the North Downs range, Box Hill promises some of the best walking tracks in England. The iconic landmark is named after the ancient European box woodland that blankets …

Cannock Chase may be one of the smallest Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the country, but it’s certainly doesn’t scrimp on appeal. Known as the Woodland Jewel of Central …

For those looking to escape the City of London for a day surrounded by natural beauty, Epping Forest in Essex offers a varied and rich array of trails and routes …

Getting your hiking boots dirty is an occupational hazard. In fact, if you’re not knocking mud or dirt off them after a hike on a regular basis, chances are you’re …

Generally speaking, hikers are a pretty self-sufficient bunch. The act of putting one foot in front of the other for extended periods of time doesn’t usually require too much in …

When it comes to hiking gear, there aren’t many things more important than the fit of your boots. Get it right and you set yourself up for years of endless …

If you’ve ever bought a new pair of hiking boots, you’ll know how exciting it is to take them out on the trail for the first time. You’ve tried them …

No other piece of equipment has to take as much abuse as your hiking boots. Not only do they provide essential protection from the elements, they also manage the temperature …