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
Wacaco Octorama Lungo Carmine Red Insulated Mug 300ml review
The Wacaco Octorama Lungo Carmine Red Insulated Mug 300ml is a great addition to your hiking gear or commuting backpack, and would be a great gift idea.
The BrüMate Era 900ml Straw Tumbler claims to be 100% leakproof — let's find out
The BrüMate Era 900ml Straw Tumbler is a stylish product that claims to be 100% leak proof
This water bottle is my first Ninja product - and I love it
Ninja products are all the rage at the moment, how did the Thirsti 700ml water bottle hold up?
I suffer from Raynaud's — these are the best hiking gloves I've tested to battle the cold in 2025
However cosy your core is on a winter walk, freezing fingers will make your life a misery. Our guide to hiking and walking gloves will help you keep warm.
Stylish and effective - The Tog 24 Meru Women's Cashmere Touch Base Layer Roll Neck
We reviewed the Tog 24 Meru Women's Cashmere Touch Base Layer Roll Neck is a good versatile addition to your winter kit.
These might be the only waterproof trousers you'll ever need - The Mammut Haldigrat Light HS trousers
The Mammut Haldigrat Light Waterproof HS Pants for women are highly technical with lots of great features.
From hike to café: The Findra Fern Stripe Base Layer you’ll actually want to wear everywhere
The Findra fern stripe base layer strikes a good balance between practicality and style.
Inside my kit bag: Eryri National Park adventure edition - The Glyderau Traverse
Want to know the best kit to take with you when tackling the peaks and scrambles of Eyrir National Park? (Snowdonia) Read on.
From downpour to summit: How Patagonia’s Granite Crest Trousers performed
The Patagonia Granite Crest Waterproof Trousers held up well on a recent trip to Snowdonia.
Here's what I honestly thought about the Osprey Tempest 22 backpack - Designed specifically for women
Meet Hypershell: The (actually) affordable exoskeleton that helps you hike harder
Our BBC Countryfile Magazine reviewer tested out the futuristic Hypershell X Ultra exoskeleton in Eryri National Park (Snowdonia)
Camping just got comfier: Our top 2025 camping chair picks
Our BBC Countryfile Magazine experts tested the best camping chairs of 2025 to take on your next trip.
We tested 2025’s best lightweight waterproof jackets – Here are the ones worth your money
Find the perfect breathable, weight-saving waterproof jacket
This one autumn trick will save your expensive waterproof gear
How to make your waterproof kit last season after season
Stay dry and comfortable this winter with Fitflop's waterproof NEO-D-HYKER boots
Are the unusual FitFlop NEO-D-HYKER waterproof boots worth the price tag? We put them to the test.
Life in 360°: Reflective safety meets country style in Buckbootz Walkerz wellington boots
Our BBC Countryfile Magazine expert reviewed the Buck Boots Walkerz wellington boots, a heavy duty high top shoe
Dometic Boracay FTC 401 TC - six person inflatable tent review
Are inflatable tents worth it? We tested the Dometic Boracay FTC 401 TC - six person inflatable tent
I found the best portable power banks that will actually last the weekend
Camping off-grid? We've tested some of the best power banks out there to help you keep your devices topped up on the move.
Belkin BoostCharge 20K: A heavyweight power bank worth carrying?
This is a great power bank with fantastic capacity that is a great companion on hikes, camping trips or just out and about.
This innovative one-person tent changed my mind about inflatable poles
Our reviewer tests out the Dometic Pico FTC 1X1 TC Inflatable Tent to see how it performed against poles.
Are the Ariat Woodstock Rubber Boots style over substance?
Our BBC Countryfile Magazine expert review the stylish Ariat Woodstock Rubber Boots to see if they are style over substance.
These stylish wellington boots are my new go to this Autumn - Here's why
The Merry People Bobbi Ankle Wellington boots are a stylish option for rainy walks and city days.
Grub's BEARLINE 8.5 rubber boot review
Let’s see how the Grubs BEARLINE 8.5™ rubber boots kept their promise to keep me warm and dry in the worst weather
Packable comfort: Zone3 Microfibre Changing Robe for swimming and travel
BBC Countryfile Magazine reviewed the Zone3 Microfibre lightweight dry robe.