Outdoor, camping and hiking kit reviews

Trusted outdoor, camping and hiking reviews, gift guides, and the best outdoor equipment for active adventures – tried and tested by BBC Countryfile Magazine experts.

Walking and hiking reviews

Waterproof jackets reviewed

Best lightweight waterproof jackets for walkers

Gifts for walkers

Best gifts for walkers: 15 top presents for hikers

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7 of the best wellies to buy

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Best walking boots tested

Fleece Lined Overshirt £85 and Merino Bamboo Beanie in Navy Marl £20 from BAM

Walking gear: Midlayers

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Best hiking and walking gloves for staying warm

Best walking trousers

Best walking trousers to buy in 2021

Best walking and hiking shoes

10 of the best walking and hiking shoes to buy in 2021

Hiking kit essentials

Hiking essentials list: 20 things to pack on every multi-day hike

A walker soaked by a waterfall

Green outdoor gear: a buyer’s guide on how to make sustainable choices

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Hill-walking kit guide

Walker in frosty feileds

Winter walking kit

Camping reviews

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Adventure tents for families

Wild camping on Skye

Ultralight tents for backpackers

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Reviewed: best tents for family camping

Book reviews

Best nature books

Best nature and wildlife books

Best British Bird Identification Books

The best British bird identification books to buy

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10 great gifts for bird lovers