115 articles found
Focus · 18 Nov 2024
Historically, pilgrims walked to religious sites as part of both physical and spiritual journeys, and now, these trails have become increasingly popular with walkers who want to travel in the pilgrims' footsteps. From the beautiful towns and...
Article · 14 Nov 2024
Are you looking for the perfect gift for the hiker in your life? Whether it’s for Christmas, a birthday, or just because, these carefully chosen titles offer something for everyone. From honing navigation skills to discovering remote bothies,...
Focus · 12 Sept 2024
For the seasoned trekker seeking a true test of endurance, challenge treks offer a thrilling combination of stunning landscapes and demanding terrains. From the rugged ridges of the Cambrian Way in Wales to the windswept shores of John O'Groats in...
Article · 11 Sept 2023
What do you picture when you think of Australia? Sunshine, beaches and a whopping big red rock? Well, there’s a lesser-known Australia, one of glacier-carved valleys, vast...
Article · 15 Feb 2023
In a series of five features, Cicerone author and navigation expert Pete Hawkins shares his knowledge and experience on how to successfully and safely navigate at home and abroad. Here, he explains how to use a compass.
Article · 15 Feb 2023
In a series of five features, Cicerone author and navigation expert Pete Hawkins shares his knowledge and experience on how to successfully and safely navigate at home and abroad. Here, he explains how to use a map.
Podcast · 23 Nov 2022
Today we're bringing you the highlights from our November Cicerone Live event with authors Simon Whitmarsh and Andrew Mok. They're talking about their new guidebook, Hiking...
Article · 5 Nov 2022
Jon Halls walks you through the process of choosing footwear for your next adventure and finding the perfect fit
Podcast · 26 Oct 2022
Today we're bringing you the highlights from our October Cicerone Live event with author Sandy Brown, who will be discussing the 800 mile (1289km) California Missions Trail...
Article · 1 Oct 2022
Pilgrimages are more popular than ever, with thousands of people walking the Camino every year. The Camino Frances is a wonderful route but it's far from the only camino! Here are...
Podcast · 14 Sept 2022
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...
Focus · 30 Aug 2022
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...
Podcast · 17 Aug 2022
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...
Live · 8 Nov 2022
In our November Cicerone Live event, join Andrew and Simon to discover the incredible array of hiking that Hong Kong has to offer.
Live · 11 Oct 2022
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...
Live · 2 Aug 2022
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...
Article · 16 Jul 2022
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
Podcast · 16 Mar 2022
To make up for the cancelled Cicerone Live last week, we're bringing the International Women's Day special to the podcast. Hannah will be joined by Sarah Williams (adventurer and founder of Tough Girl Challenges) and Cressida Allwood (adventurer...
Article · 26 Feb 2022
Seeing the northern lights can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Photographing this spectacular, natural phenomenon is difficult, but James Rushforth has this advice.
Podcast · 16 Feb 2022
In the highlights from February's Cicerone Live event, our experts answer all your questions about cycle touring. If you've wondered about how to get started with cycle touring, or you need some inspiration for where to go, or perhaps advice on...