Reviews
Best 2-person tents tested for 2025: Lightweight, waterproof & budget-friendly tents for hikers and campers
Best trail running shoes for UK off-road adventures, tried and tested in 2025
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
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These Keen walking sandals might be the ultimate summer hiking companion
Keen Hyperport H2 Men’s Walking Sandals will take you anywhere you need to go
Keen Hightrail Waterproof Men’s Hiking Shoe Review
Our expert reviews the Keen Hightrail Waterproof men's hiking shoes
Gandys Pantai Waterproof Backpack Review
We review the Gandy’s Pantai waterproof backpack, the perfect day pack
Say goodbye to chafing: the Osprey Duro 1.5 Running Vest put to the test
The Osprey Duro 1.5 running vest is a great option for long distance runners, even with the toppy price tag.
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.
Backpacks
Fjällräven Skule Top 26 Daypack Review: this well-built pack oozes quality
Fjällräven is a big player in the backpack world. Does the Skule Top Daypack live up to the brand's stellar reputation? Paul McGuinness finds out.
Cotopaxi Luzon 24L daypack review
Find out how the Cotopaxi Luzon 24L backpack, a sustainably-made, colourful daypack, fares on review.
Lowe Alpine AirZone Trek 28L review
It's hard to fault the Lowe Alpine AirZone Trek - here's why we love this 28L backpack
Books
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The best mushroom identification books of 2025
Forage for fungi confidently with our pick of the best mushroom identification books.
The best foraging gifts for 2025: the art of identifying, gathering and bringing wild food home
Shop for the forager in your life, if they love bringing food from the hedgerow to the kitchen table.
Clothing
This clever packable jacket doubles as a travel pillow and is ideal for summer trips
Lightweight, travel-friendly and sustainably made, the Packable Cloud Jacket is ideal for anyone who wants to stay warm without overpacking
Kathmandu Trailhead 2L Insulated Rain Jacket review
I've found an ideal Birkenstock clog alternative, and it's £120 cheaper than the original
Clogs are at the height of fashion, so I tested the Simba Stormur Shoes for two months — here's what I found...
Food and drink
Bitter, smelly, odd-looking and invited for Christmas – but here’s how Brussels sprouts could save your life
Humdrum, bitter and smelly? Wait – there’s more to Brussels Sprouts than you might think. Cast aside your preconceptions, urges our Brussels correspondent, Dixe Wills
Best travel mugs reviewed: Our top reusable coffee cups for 2025
We tested some of the biggest brands to find the best travel mugs for hikes and camping trips.
The best hot chocolates for winter nights in 2025: tested and reviewed by us
We tasted a selection of hot chocolates first-hand to find the perfect evening drink.
Footwear
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
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
Hiking Sandals
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Tents
We've tested the best festival tents for 2025 (with options for every budget)
Looking to pitch up this summer? We put five of the best festival tents to the test.
Perfect pitch - we've tested the best tents for families, backpackers and festival goers in 2025
Packing light for a multi-day hike, or perhaps you're setting up base for a week of family adventures? Here's our guide to the best tents on the market, reviewed by our team.
Best family tents reviewed for camping trips in 2025
In our expert guide, we've tested the best 6-man and 4-man tents on the market to help you choose the right family tent for your camping adventures in 2025.
Walking Shoes
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
Berghaus Fellmaster Active GTX review
We've put the Berghaus Fellmaster Active GTX walking shoes under scrutiny to determine if they're the best choice for your outdoor adventures.
