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Focus · 1 Sept 2023

Focus: Our Ultimate Offroad Cycling Challenges

Celebrating the release of Bikepacking in the Lake District, we've decided to put together a collection of some of our best offroad cycling challenges. Whether you're Bikepacking...

Article · 29 Aug 2023

The Cleveland Way: what you need to know

The Cleveland Way was the second national trail to be established in Britain (the Pennine Way was first) and it was officially opened in 1969. It can be linked with the Yorkshire Wolds Way and the Tabular Hills walk. Here's what you need to know.

Article · 25 Aug 2023

An introduction to Bikepacking

Bikepacking presents an exciting option for people who enjoy backpacking and all-terrain cycling. The fusion of the two activities enables adventurers to explore much further afield in a vastly different way, carrying all their gear on the back of...

Article · 25 Aug 2023

An Introduction to The Shropshire Way

The county of Shropshire has been one of England’s best kept secrets for years. It is England’s most rural county with only two large towns –Telford and Shrewsbury, but it is blessed with some of the best hills and ridges outside the national...

Waun Fach and Pen y Gadair Fawr from Pen Allt-mawr summit (Stage 5)

Article · 25 Aug 2023

An Introduction to The Cambrian Way

Are you an adventurous and experienced walker looking to discover Wales in a whole new way? Here's an introduction to the Cambrian Way – a challenging but rewarding long-distance route from Cardiff to Conwy, showcasing some of the best mountainous...

Article · 25 Aug 2023

An Introduction to Glyndŵr's Way

Glyndŵr’s Way (Llwybr Glyndŵr) is named after the remarkable late-medieval Welsh leader Owain Glyndŵr, and is one of three National Trails in Wales. It links at either end – Knighton and Welshpool – with the Offa’s Dyke Path, and this...

Article · 25 Aug 2023

An Introduction to Offa's Dyke Path

The iconic earthwork of Offa’s Dyke, the longest linear earthwork in Britain, stands as a stunning testament to the determination and skill of its creators, being a defining landscape feature of the Welsh borders.

Article · 7 Aug 2023

The Cumbria Way: everything you need to know

Cumbria's timeless beauty has inspired generations with its lakes, riverside woodland and high fell. For hiking enthusiasts, the Cumbria Way offers one of Britain's easiest and...

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Article · 1 Aug 2023

Top 3 Wasdale Walks to Avoid the Crowds

It’s hard to imagine a better outdoor playground than the picturesque Wasdale Valley. Measuring almost 5km long and 500 metres wide, the valley’s centrepiece of Wast Water is perfect for kayaks, canoes and paddleboards (don’t forget to pack a...

Article · 7 Jul 2023

The best UK long-distance walks you can do in a week

Here are eighteen suggestions for some of the best week-long walking holidays. Suitable for beginners, and also more experienced walkers, these hikes cover all parts of the UK.

Article · 4 Jul 2023

9 reasons why the Isle of Mull is fantastic for low-level walking

The Isle of Mull is part of the Inner Hebrides, the group of islands that run up the spectacular west coast of Scotland from Arran to Skye. It sits approximately half-way up,...

Article · 3 Jul 2023

The best time to visit the Hebrides

When is the best time of year to go to The Hebrides? The Hebrides are full of adventure all year round as long as you're well prepared. Peter Edwards, author of the Cicerone Press guidebook to The Hebrides, explains that each season offers its own...

Article · 28 Jun 2023

Walk the Hebridean Way: Plan your trip

The Hebridean Way stretches 247km (155 miles) along the length of the Outer Hebrides from Vatersay (Bhatarsaigh) in the south to Stornoway (Steornabhagh) in the north.

Article · 19 Jun 2023

The Ribble Way: everything you need to know

Although Lancastrians might like to claim it as their own, the River Ribble actually springs from limestone high on Cam Fell in the heart of Three Peaks country, in the Yorkshire...

Article · 12 Apr 2023

An Introduction to the Tour of the Lake District

The Tour of the Lake District is a nine-day walking route exploring many of the best fells and valleys of the Lake District National Park. The tour covers nearly 150km passing...

Article · 15 Feb 2023

Skills session - using a compass

Cicerone author and navigation expert Pete Hawkins shares his knowledge and experience on how to successfully and safely navigate at home and abroad. The compass. A humble instrument that is probably in the rucksack of most outdoor adventurers, from...

Article · 15 Feb 2023

Skills sessions – using a map

Cicerone author and navigation expert Pete Hawkins shares his knowledge and experience on how to successfully and safely navigate at home and abroad. It goes without saying, doesn’t it, that whenever you go out for a walk, ride or run, you take a...

Jedburgh Abbey is a jewel of medieval architecture

Article · 6 Feb 2023

The Borders Abbeys Way: what you need to know

The Borders Abbeys Way is one of Scotland's Great Trails. It takes a fascinating tour of Scotland’s ruined Borders abbeys: four ravaged Gothic masterpieces, sitting in the...

Article · 3 Feb 2023

The 5 most beautiful places on Guernsey

Guernsey is a wonderful destination for walkers, as Paddy Dillon and many others know well. In this post we share the 5 most beautiful places on Guernsey.

Article · 28 Jan 2023

How to climb Ben Nevis

Reaching the summit of Ben Nevis is the realisation of a dream for many. Based on many visits, Sean McBride tells you how to get there and how to climb it.