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
From campsite to festival: OLPRO Olympus XL brings living-room comfort outdoors
The OLPRO Olympus XL Camping Chair is a luxurious, yet portable, choice for your next trip.
Pack Light, sit Right: OLPRO's Ultralight Folding Chair for camping and festivals
The Olpro Folding Chair is an ultralightweight option for spontaneous campers or those who just like to pack light.
Arc'teryx Beta SL Jacket Women's – A superlight shell for serious adventures
From storms to summits: Reviewing the North Face Summit Papsura jacket for women
We reviewed the North Face Summit Papsura Jacket for women to see how this technically impressive jacket held up.
Is the Passenger Five Element the most sustainable waterproof jacket on the market?
We reviewed the Passenger Five Element Recycled Waterproof Jacket which is made from 100% recycled polyester.
What I liked about this £400 Helly Hansen lightweight waterproof jacket - and what I didn't
The Helly Hansen Verglas Infinity Shell Jacket is a top of the range lightweight waterproof jacket for all year round.
The Finisterre Stormbird lightweight waterproof jacket - Eco-friendly, stylish and practical
The Finisterre Women's Stormbird Waterproof Jacket is a great all rounder, made with sustainable materials and designed to keep you protected whatever the weather.
Best walking sandals tested in 2025 for trails, beach trips and holiday rambles
We took the best hiking sandals of 2025 out on multiple adventures to see how they held up.
These budget-friendly walking sandals surprised me – here’s why
The Cotton traders Lightweight Strider Sandals
are a great affordable option.
Adventure-ready, stylish and affordable: Passenger Atlas Roam Sandals reviewed
The Passenger Atlas Roam Sandal are a good affordable walking sandal for summer.
I tested Columbia’s Peakfreak Rush Shandals – here’s what they get right (and wrong)
The Columbia Women's Peakfreak Rush Shandal is substance over style but performs well with good grip.
Could the Columbia Konos shoes be the perfect summer sandals for hikers?
The Women's Konos Hiker 2-Strap Hiking Sandal is a versatile and robust summer walking option
These sandals look designer – but feel like walking on clouds thanks to smart technology
The VIBAe Saint Tropez sandals might look like a fashion shoe, but with innovative technology they hold up well on long walks.
Why i’m reaching for these FitFlop sandals more than my trainers this summer
The Fit Flop GEN-FF Adjustable Webbing/Leather Back-Strap Sandals are a great versatile sandal choice.
Drop the weight: These are the best lightweight hiking boots I've tried in 2025
I tested the best lightweight walking boots on the market in 2025.
Hi-Tec Ravine Lite review: Comfort and durability in one lightweight package
The Hi-Tec Ravine Lite women's walking shoes are durable, reliable and comfortable straight out of the box
Scarpa Rush 2 Pro Mid GTX - One of the best lightweight walking boots on the market
The Scarpa Rush 2 Pro Mid GTX WMN is one of the best lightweight walking boots on the market right now.
AKU Ultralight Original GTX women's walking boots: vintage design, modern performance
AKU Ultralight Original GTX women's hiking boots combine classic design with modern technology
The hiking boots that feel like running shoes – Mammut Sertig II Mid GTX women's
The Mammut Sertig II Mid GTX Women are ultra-lightweight with a surprising amount of features.
Not just hype: these are the best camping accessories I’ve tested in 2025
We've tested out some of the best and most niche camping accessories you need for your next trip
I've been camping alone as a woman for years. These are my go-to solo camping essentials
Solo camping, especially as a woman, can be daunting. Here are the essentials you need to know about.
Light, tough, and recycled: The Patagonia Terravia Tote Pack stands out
The Patagonia Terravia Tote Pack is versatile and lightweight backpack with a lot of great features.
The portable water purifier every hiker and traveller should know about
The Katadyn Steripen Ultra UV Water Purifier is a great piece of kit for remote travels with unreliable water sources
Why the MSR Alpine Stowaway Pot is still a camp classic
I've been using the MSR Alpine Stowaway Pot for ten years, and it's still a great piece of kit.
