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Feature · 1 Oct 2022

Glasgow to Edinburgh the long way

A 1000 mile solo bike ride around Scotland, at a pace to enjoy the people, sights and sounds, and to have an adventure. I was about to turn 66 with a need to challenge myself. Cycling in early April definitely provided challenges, but I loved every...

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Podcast · 28 Sept 2022

Scottish Wild Country Backpacking - Expert Q&A

This episode is the highlights from Stefan Durkacz and David Lintern's Live Event on Scottish Wild Country Backpacking. The pair joined Hannah to talk all about their new...

Resting spot on the Camino

Article · 24 Sept 2022

How to walk a camino without blistering pain

Don't let blisters ruin your camino; follow Nicole Bukaty's top tips instead

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Podcast · 14 Sept 2022

The Benefits of Getting Outdoors

In this episode, Hannah is joined by Bryan Jones, the Head of School at the University of Central Lancashire. Bryan's background is in performance sport, having worked as a sport psychologist, strength and conditioning coach and performance coach...

The benefits of car free walking and some top tips

Article · 3 Sept 2022

The benefits of car free walking and some top tips

With fuel prices higher than ever, it might be time to consider leaving the car at home and accessing your walk by public transport. The environment will thank you, and you don't...

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Podcast · 31 Aug 2022

Costa Blanca - the perfect place for Mountain Adventures

In this episode, Hannah is joined by Mark Eddy to talk about the upcoming multi-activity guidebook to outdoor adventure in Spain's Costa Blanca, with 60 route suggestions...

Taking a breather overlooking Loch Shiel (Route 2)

Focus · 30 Aug 2022

Brilliant backpacking - top tips, where to go and how to pack your bag

One of the best ways to explore remote places is through backpacking: carrying your own shelter and supplies so you can walk for a day and then prolong your adventure by staying...

Wild Country Backpacking

Live · 6 Sept 2022

Scottish Wild Country Backpacking - Expert Q&A

In this Cicerone Live event, join David and Stefan to find out everything you need to know about Scottish Wild Country Backpacking.

On the England Coast Path at Blast Beach, Seaham (photo: Chiz Dakin)

Article · 27 Aug 2022

Everything you need to know about the England Coast Path

The England Coast Path is VERY, VERY LONG by any measure. In the UK it will dwarf all the existing National Trails, long distance paths and established long distance walking...

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Article · 20 Aug 2022

Mending, second-hand and bargains - how to buy your outdoor gear for less

When Louise Dickie moved up to Kendal from London, she realised her wardrobe needed an overhaul. Working to a budget, Louise has spent the last few months sourcing and...

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Podcast · 17 Aug 2022

Hiking the Cordillera Huayhuash in Peru

This episode is the highlights from August's Cicerone Live event. Joe Williams has just been hiking the Cordillera Huayhuash in Peru and he loved it. He joins Hannah to chat about the route, how to say llama, and to discover what is finally capable...

Coast to Coast walk

News · 12 Aug 2022

The Coast to Coast Path is to become a National Trail

The Coast to Coast route stretching from St Bees in Cumbria to Robin Hoods Bay in the North York Moors National Park will become a National Trail, it was announced today.

Hiking in Hong Kong

Live · 8 Nov 2022

Hiking in Hong Kong - Expert Q&A

In our November Cicerone Live event, join Andrew and Simon to discover the incredible array of hiking that Hong Kong has to offer.

Hiking and Cycling the California Missions Trail

Live · 11 Oct 2022

Hiking and Cycling the California Missions Trail; Expert advice from guidebook author Sandy Brown

In this recorded Live event, join Sandy Brown to explore the California Missions Trail. The 800 mile (1289km) California Missions Trail between San Francisco Bay and San Diego...

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Podcast · 3 Aug 2022

Sarah Williams on Walking the Wales Coast Path in 50 Days

In this episode, Hannah is joined by Sarah Williams of Tough Girl Challenges to talk about her experiences walking the entire Wales Coast Path in only 50 days. The Wales Coast...

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Article · 23 Jul 2022

A remote via ferrata adventure in the Dolomites

Lou Stone explores the ancient military via ferratas of a less visited corner of the Italian Dolomites. Her journey take her deep into secret amphitheatres of soaring spires, over...

Hiking the Cordillera Huayhuash with Joe Williams

Live · 2 Aug 2022

Hiking the Cordillera Huayhuash with Joe Williams

Joe Williams has just been hiking the Cordillera Huayhuash in Peru and he loved it. Join us to chat about the route, how to say llama, and to discover what is finally capable of...

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Podcast · 20 Jul 2022

England Coast Path Live Event Highlights

This episode is the highlights from July's Cicerone Live event on the England Coast Path with Andrew McCloy, author of Great Walks on the England Coast Path 30 classic walks on the longest National Trail. The England Coast Path, once fully open,...

Lake Bennett

Article · 16 Jul 2022

True grit on the Chilkoot Trail

Brendan Sainsbury follows the Chilkoot Trail, an epic land route stretching for 53km from Dyea in Alaska to Lake Bennett in Canada, sometimes referred to as history’s last great adventure

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Feature · 13 Jul 2022

Trekking Spain’s Sendero Histórico, the GR1

The Sendero Historico (or GR1) is a trail that combines great scenery with a gentle lesson in Spain’s fascinating history. Traversing the north of Spain it sits in the shadow of...