17 articles found
Article · 6 Sept 2023
The British countryside is host to an array of different landscapes, from the imposing mountains of Scotland to the stunning white beaches of the Cornish coast. For those wishing to take their time and experience the very best that the British...
Article · 5 Sept 2023
The Snowdonia Way is a fantastic long-distance walking trail that spans the full length of the National Park, offering a journey through diverse landscapes – mountains, valleys,...
Article · 14 Apr 2023
The Kungsleden is as varied as the Arctic wilderness is vast, traversing snow-topped mountain ranges, expansive open fell, verdant forests and crossing lakes both large and small.
Live · 6 Sept 2022
In this Cicerone Live event, join David and Stefan to find out everything you need to know about Scottish Wild Country Backpacking.
Podcast · 20 Jul 2022
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,...
Article · 6 Apr 2022
The Isle of Skye holds a special place in many people’s hearts. Its majestic mountains, stunning coastline, and Gaelic language and culture draw people back time and time again...
Article · 6 Nov 2021
The Peaks of the Balkans is a cross-border long-distance trail through the spectacularly wild and rugged borderlands of Montenegro, Albania and Kosovo.
Podcast · 3 Mar 2021
From the Coast to Coast to the West Highland Way, Contours Walking Holidays offer a range of self-guided walking holidays in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. Many of...
Podcast · 20 Jan 2021
President of the Backpackers Club and guidebook author Paddy Dillon joined us to give his top tips for lightweight backpacking, including advice for starting...
Feature · 6 Dec 2020
Although it has seasonal challenges of poor weather and limited daylight, walkers can still enjoy long-distance routes in winter months. With its network of long-distance trails,...
Feature · 27 Sept 2020
The best walks go all the way across, says Cicerone author Ronald Turnbull. Having crossed Highland Scotland nine times, he offers a few suggestions for a successful and enjoyable trip.
Feature · 6 Mar 2017
If you are looking for a chance to escape the office and find real remoteness in the UK, then the Cairngorms are calling! Few other places in Britain bring out that primal feeling...
Feature · 5 Sept 2016
If somebody suggested you go and sleep under a wet rock in Scotland you’d probably think they were trying to insult you (albeit fairly lamely). Yet doing just this can provide one of the most vivid mountain experiences the UK has to offer – as...
Article · 14 Sept 2015
Phoebe Smith shows you around 'The Lookout' bothy on the Isle of Skye, featured in her book 'The Book of the Bothy'. Find out where it is, and take a look around by watching the video.
Feature · 13 Jul 2015
Phoebe Smith, author of The Book of the Bothy, urges the uninitiated to leave their preconceptions behind and discover the delights of seeking out some of the many diverse and characterful bothies – unmanned freely-available shelters, maintained...
Feature · 10 May 2015
Bringing your dog with you on a multi-day walking trip need not be as daunting a prospect as you might think. In fact it's a delight, and well worth the additional planning and...
Feature · 14 Apr 2015
Inveterate backpacker and guidebook writer Paddy Dillon warns of the dangers of carrying an over-heavy pack and shares his tips on packing light to make sure you get the most out of your long-distance walk or international trek.