The Helpful Hiker

There are few better feelings than setting off for a multi-day hike. This allows you to escape the stresses of life, get into nature, and enjoy the physical and mental health benefits of hiking over a few days. It is also important that you have everything you need for a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience, so this post will look at a few of the essentials you should ...

Many walkers focus on boots and navigation, yet overlook the small decisions that affect energy and concentration throughout the day. A rushed morning often leads to forgotten gear or poor hydration during the first climb. By contrast, a calm routine helps you settle into the walk more comfortably and deal with changing conditions more confidently. You do not need an extreme ...

The school holidays can be a lot of fun and offer lots of opportunities to enjoy days out with friends and family. However, costs can quickly mount up, so here are some free and low cost days out in Northamptonshire this half term.

I also have some general advice on keeping down the cost of days out, which you can read