Leonie Helm
Leonie Helm is an outdoor digital reviews writer at Countryfile.com. With a passion for all things outdoors, Leonie has hiked the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal, trekked across the Gobi Desert, and snorkelled with turtles in Taiwan to name a few adventures! During the summer she can often be found kayaking in Cornwall catching spider crabs, spearfishing in Pembrokeshire, or finding new places to camp, hike and swim.
Recent articles by Leonie Helm
Berghaus Women's Expeditor Ridge 2.0 hiking boot review
The Berghaus Women's Expeditor Ridge 2.0 Hiking Boots are a great option for everyday hiking that won't break the bank.
HOKA Kaha 3 GORE–TEX women's hiking boots review
Known for its running shoes, how do Hoka's hiking boots match up in this review?
Why the Altberg Malham Women’s Hiking Boot could be the perfect fit for your next adventure
The Altberg Malham Women's Hiking Boots are made in Yorkshire, and are a solid, heavy duty leather hiking boot but still lightweight
This ultralight tent became my favourite piece of camping kit. Here’s why
A lightweight, all-weather tent that balances durability, ease of use and comfort for UK adventures.
Scarpa’s game-changing hiking boots converted me from my go-to brand
The Scarpa Rush Trk Pro GTX Women's Hiking Boots offer comfort, support and incredible grip
Best walking shoes for summer 2025: Tried & tested hiking shoes for men and women
We've reviewed some of the best hiking shoes on the market, including Hoka, Salomon, Merrell and more
Quechua MH500 Review: mountain-ready shoes that won’t break the bank
The Quechua Women's waterproof mountain walking shoes - MH500 give you a lot for a low price, and are suitable for mountain hikes
Berghaus Revolute Active review: eco-friendly walking shoes that perform
The Berghaus Women's Revolute Active Walking Shoe is a great walking shoe, offering good support but at a high price
The walking shoes I didn't expect to love... and they're only £70
The Hi-Tec Women’s Diamonde Low Shoes are a sturdy yet lightweight and affordable option for beginners
Are these stylish, waterproof walking shoes worth £150? I wore them on city streets and rugged trails to find out
We review the Merrell Women’s Moab Speed 2 GORE-TEX walking shoes, a lightweight, stylish and very comfortable shoe
