Wild Lakeland
Discover Cumbria's magical wildlife and landscapes in our October issue

Discover wild Lakeland
The arresting drama of the Lake District’s stunning wildlife and landscape emerges against the backdrop of autumn. Don’t miss these natural wonders...
Treetop Acrobats
Greys are familiar but unpopular; reds are rare but beloved. But is this fair? Enter the high-flying world of Britain’s squirrels with Dominic Couzens.
Britain’s prettiest fishing villages
Whitewashed cottages, twinkling harbours, bonny boats... take advantage of the stunning British coast off-season at one of these 10 charming fishing villages.
Britain’s Outdoor capital: Newcastle, County Down
Northern Ireland’s adventure hub offers mountains, coast, woodland and wildlife.
Hedgerow booze
Add a touch of the wild to your wines and cocktails by foraging your way to a truly eclectic drinks cabinet. Andy Hamilton shows you how…
Moorland rescue
Britain’s moorlands have been decimated by mismanagement and pollution, but conservation efforts are bringing them back from the brink.
The perfect pub
Frothy ale, friendly locals, fireside chats – what do you cherish most?
Great Days Out: Conquer a Mountain
The Welsh Matterhorn
Cnicht, Snowdonia
Caves and cascades
Ingleborough, Yorkshire
The Hebridean giant
Ben More, Isle of Mull, Argyll and Bute
Adventures in Narnia
Slieve Bearnagh, Mourne Mountains, County Down
Metal mountain in the Lakes
The Old Man of Coniston, Lake District
Great Green Beacon
Cribyn, Powys
Short but steep
Suilven, Sutherland
Top seven beginner climbs
Nationwide
On your cover: Autumn colours tint the landscape at Loughrigg Tarn in the Lake District.
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